Italian Restaurants in Long Beach

A Naples Island standard-bearer for housemade pasta, thoughtful sourcing, and a serious wine program. Featured by Eater LA and still rolling out special menus in 2025, it remains a citywide benchmark for Italian dining.

Family-run osteria devoted to Roman classics—think cacio e pepe and scrocchiarella-thin pizzas. Profiled by Eater LA for its old-world rigor and deep community roots; the dining room hums nightly with locals.

A downtown landmark in a grand historic bank building since 1990. Known for polished service, housemade pastas, and an award-winning wine list. Open daily, with live opera performances noted by reservation platforms.

Nuevo Italian fare and cocktails inside the Willmore Building, with live music nights that draw downtown regulars. Private events are a specialty; current dinner service confirmed by OpenTable.

Belmont Shore’s oldest restaurant, serving since 1954. Celebrated by local press for its 70th anniversary, it’s famous for ground pepperoni pies, hearty red-sauce pastas, and a sense of continuity across generations.

Chef Jason Witzl’s Southern Italian-inspired spot anchors Alamitos Beach with handmade pastas, seasonal plates, and community-minded programming. Praised by the Los Angeles Times and highlighted by local food writers for its 2024–2025 resurgence.

A 2025 Retro Row arrival from the Baby Gee team, blending trattoria comfort with California produce—square pizzas, pastas, and a lively patio. Covered by local critics and listed by trusted dining guides as one to watch.

Family-owned since the 1970s and woven into local life, Buono’s serves classic red-sauce favorites and pizza at two Long Beach locations. Their community work and longevity have been spotlighted by local media.

A Norse Way neighborhood trattoria with a deep Italian wine list guided by an owner-sommelier. Known for intimate tastings and a changing seasonal menu; dinner service runs Tuesday through Sunday.

A Naples Island mainstay since 1998, mixing Italian staples with steak and seafood in a white-tablecloth setting. Open late with a loyal local crowd; menu and hours updated on the official site.