Eat & Drink
The Best Italian Restaurants in Amsterdam
Amsterdam's Italian dining scene punches well above its weight, with the Jordaan's so-called 'Little Italy' at its heart. From thin, wood-fired Roman pizza to authentic regional cooking and handmade pasta, the city does Italian properly.
Our picks range from beloved institutions to lively pizzerias. Many are small and very popular, so booking ahead is wise.
7 restaurants
De Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets)
Bussia
Refined, creative Italian in the Nine Streets with a weekly-changing menu.
Jordaan
La Perla
A much-loved wood-fired pizzeria in the heart of the Jordaan.
Oud-Zuid
Pizzeria Le 4 Stagioni
Roman-style thin-crust pizza in a 1978 former butcher's shop with antique tiles.
Oud-West
Pomodoro
Authentic Italian classics and excellent pizza on the Jan Pieter Heijestraat.
Jordaan
Toscanini
A long-loved, bustling spot for authentic regional Italian cooking — book well ahead.
Oud-Zuid
TOZI
Venetian-style cicchetti and sharing plates near the Vondelpark.
Jordaan
Trattoria Koevoet
Italian home cooking in a classic Jordaan brown-café setting; the carbonara is a favourite.
Frequently asked
- Where's the best area for Italian food in Amsterdam?
- The Jordaan, often called Amsterdam's Little Italy, has the highest concentration of excellent Italian restaurants.
- Do I need to reserve?
- For the best spots, yes — many are small and book up days ahead, especially at weekends.
- What should I try?
- Handmade regional pasta, wood-fired Roman-style pizza, and seasonal specials.