Atlanta’s Best Italian Restaurants: 10 Places To Eat Authentic Fare

Italian is one of the most classic cuisines to bless America. In Atlanta, you can find an array of restaurants that serve authentic Italian fare. Wondering where to eat for real Italian?

Where Can I Find Some Good Italian Food In Atlanta?

Some of the best Italian food in Atlanta can be found in Midtown and Buckhead, two of the city’s premier places to eat.

Check out these Atlanta restaurants.

Alma Cocina Buckhead

3280 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305

Photo credit: Alma Cocina / Facebook

Alma Cocina’s Buckhead location is a ready spot for delicious Italian!

“We’re serving delicious weekday lunch and weekend brunch menus — both featuring our much-loved mushroom & hominy veggie burger with bacon jam and a side of craveworthy masa fries,” the restaurant recently posted on Facebook.

Tre Vele

6017 Sandy Springs Cir, Sandy Springs, GA 30328

Tre Vele, an upscale Italian restaurant n Sandy Springs, is a spacious concept that opened in 2021. The eatery allows diners to spread out when they eat. At Tre Vele, you’ll find a 3,500-square-foot dining room, 1,500-square-foot rooftop terrace and a 600-square-foot market and café.

Want to know what’s on the Tre Vele menu?

We get a glimpse from Tre Vele’s IG page:

  • Margherita Pizza
  • Basil Panna Cotta drizzled with Saba
  • Pasta and Antipasta
  • Salads
  • Warm Plum Crostada.
  • And more

Grana

1835 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 231-9000

Grana features traditional Southern Italian cuisine served in an industrial-chic restaurant that has a rooftop bar.

Here’s what one customer says about Grana. “Pretty fun and tasty place! We happened to go early enough to grab a spot on the roof which was awesome!! The server was nice, and we had happy hour!! I ordered the aperol spritz, which was a great summer drink!! We split the mommy’s and Nonna’s meatballs, which was super tasty!! I also ordered the New Yorker pizza and cavatelli! I thought the restaurant was tasty but thought their options were overpriced!”

Atalian

60 Andrew Young International Blvd NE Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 577-8788

Here’s what one customer says about Atalian. “Yusif was thee best server we have ever had dining out. The food was excellent and I couldn’t have asked for anything to be better. Meatballs was a great appetizer, the filet Marsala and shrimp scampi entrees was the best.”

Storico Fresco Ristorante

3167 Peachtree Rd NE Suite S, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 500-2181

Here’s what one diner says about Storico Fresco Ristorante. “This is my Cheers! The best team with the the best food at the best establishment. Anytime I want a guaranteed enjoyable meal with great people I come to Storico. I bring my friends, clients, and family(even my Italian grandma is obsessed with it) here and have created a lot of Storico converts. Thank you for a fantastic experience today and everyday!”

Pricci

500 Pharr Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 |  (404) 237-2941

Here’s what one guest says about Pricci. “They have the best food in ATL. The owners really know how to pick the best of the best workers to make the best customer service. If it had more then 5 stars. It would get over 5.”

Amore e Amore

467 North Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 600-2176

Here’s what one reviewer says about Amore e Amore. “OMG, the best restaurants, waiters, location, food, drink, dessert, decoration, and the proprietary is lovely, kind, affectional, and a Lord. I had the best experience. Five stars are not enough for me every star in the sky.”

Antica Posta Tuscan Restaurant & Bar

519 East Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 |  (404) 262-7112

Here’s what one customer says about Antica Posta Tuscan Restaurant & Bar. “Easily the best Italian restaurant in the city. Try the spicy chicken and the octopus! Best Panna Cotta I’ve ever had, even in Italy.”

Pasto Vino

2391 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 231-4946

“Best Italian around Buckhead area,” says one reviewer. Another one says, “Service was outstanding! The waiter was very witty and personable. My family enjoyed the dinner and atmosphere! We will be coming back.”

Maggiano’s Little Italy

3368 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 816-9650

One reviewer of Maggiano’s Little Italy says. “Best Italian in town. Just had lunch at Maggiano’s little Italy. I’ve been coming here for years and have never been disappointed. I usually come for dinner but came for lunch this time. It was just as good. The beef medallions are out of this world.”

Bar Ti Amo

Photo credit: Bar Ti Amo

Here’s what one reviewer says about Bar Ti Amo. “The menu is completely a la carte. The food is expensive for the amount of food you get and the flavor is underwhelming. For two people, we spend $70. We didn’t purchase any alcohol, no beverage, and no dessert. It’s Italian food but they do not offer any bread or anything while you wait. The starter bread is $5, the lamb chops were $30 alone, the broccoli was $9, and the lasagna was $19. It costs to valet park but there is plenty of parking at the establishment.”

Capolinea

159 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

Photo credit: Capolinea

Using high-quality ingredients in Georgia, Capolinea offers diners an inspired taste of Italy in downtown Atlanta. Check out the menu.

Final Word

Italian fare is easy to love and in Atlanta, it’s easy to find. Interested in dining outside? Here are the best Atlanta restaurants for outdoor eating and here are those with great patios.

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