Hong Kong restaurants & dining guide
Italian
Curated Hong Kong restaurant guides by neighbourhood and cuisine — from Sheung Wan to Causeway Bay.
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Ninetta
Ninetta is a warm Italian trattoria on the 3rd floor of M88 in Central, co-founded by Estro’s Antimo Merone and Graziano De Gregorio with head chef Marco Xodo (ex-Testina) and JIA Group. Share famiglia-style plates — potato croquettes, veal tonnato, hand-cut beef tartare — then handmade pasta such as tortellini with smoked ham, pappardelle in yellow chicken ragù, or gnocchetti with Sicilian red prawns. Cosy 80s-nod interiors and generous portions suit a lively dinner date. About HK$300–400 per person; Mon & Wed–Sun 18:00–00:00 (closed Tue); call 9726 4188 or book via ninetta.hk.
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TABIÀ
Tabià is a cozy Dolomites-inspired neighbourhood spot on Caine Road in Central, run by brothers Roberto and Riccardo Trento. Hearty Northern Italian plates — braised beef cheek, meatballs in rich tomato sauce, Casunziei with slow-braised wild boar ragu — plus weekend lunch sets around HK$100+. The compact room (~24 seats) and Italian wine list suit a refined-rustic date night. Tue–Sun 12:00–15:00 & 18:00–22:00 (closed Mon); call 5596 9596 to book.
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Vincenzo Capuano
Vincenzo Capuano’s first Hong Kong shop fills two floors on Lee Tung Avenue in Wan Chai with contemporary Neapolitan pizza. The dough is long-fermented and light; pizzas arrive whole and get snipped at the table with gold scissors. Signatures to share include Provola e Pepe, pistachio-and-mortadella Tetti Illuminati, and the meatball Abbraccio e Mamma. Loud, casual, and perfect when the plan is great pizza, not a white-tablecloth night. Roughly 12:00–23:00 daily — book online or call 2802 2802 (some seats held for walk-ins).
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Estro
Estro brings a refined interpretation of Neapolitan cuisine to Central under Chef Antimo Maria Merone, ranked No. 32 on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2026. The contemporary Southern Italian tasting experience celebrates Merone's heritage while incorporating premium Asian ingredients. Elegant interiors and meticulously crafted plates offer a transportive dinner that honours Naples while embracing culinary innovation—book well ahead for Tuesday–Saturday sittings.
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PASTEAKO
PASTEAKO is an Italian-American pasta-and-steak house on the ground floor of PMQ Hollywood in Central, named for the two things it puts on one plate. The room is retro trattoria — red-and-white checkerboard floors, leather banquettes, black-and-white photos — and the ritual starts at the door: pick one of eight steak knives from the glass cabinet. Dinner sets from about HK$388 include a starter, handmade pasta with your choice of shape and sauce, a charcoal-grilled 21-day dry-aged USDA steak (striploin or ribeye, with T-bone and M5 Wagyu upgrades), and homemade tiramisu. Lunch starts around HK$188. Every 20–30 minutes the kitchen rings a bell for Pasta Time and sends rotating free-flow pasta around the room. Certified Halal. Open daily from noon; Friday and Saturday until 11:30 PM, other days until 11:00 PM. About a 9-minute walk from Sheung Wan MTR Exit A2.
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La Mensa Grill & Bar
La Mensa Grill & Bar is a relaxed Western-style restaurant and bar located in Plaza 88, Tsuen Wan. The restaurant showcases grilled meats, fusion cuisine, and Italian dishes in a casual dining atmosphere. Open Monday to Sunday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with Happy Hour running from 12:00 noon to 7:00 PM. La Mensa offers a diverse menu featuring grilled specialties, Western comfort food, and a selection of wines and cocktails. The restaurant provides a welcoming environment for both casual dining and social gatherings, making it a popular destination in the Tsuen Wan area for quality Western and fusion cuisine.
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Twist Pasta Bar
Twist Pasta Bar is an Italian restaurant specializing in handmade pasta located in Central, Hong Kong. The restaurant focuses on creative pasta dishes, tramezzino sandwiches, and food-inspired cocktails. Open Wednesday to Sunday (17:00-00:00), Twist Pasta Bar offers must-try dishes including handmade pasta, Nacho Italiano, steak tartare, tramezzino Italian sandwiches, crispy pig ear sando, baked rigatoni, and bone marrow macaroni. Born from a love of pasta and its comfort and creativity, the restaurant brings authentic Italian pasta-making traditions to the heart of Central, providing a delightful dining experience with a focus on quality handmade pasta.
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Involtini Italian Cuisine
Involtini Italian Cuisine is a highly regarded Italian restaurant located in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. The restaurant is particularly renowned for its handmade pasta, which is freshly made in-house daily using Italian eggs and flour. Led by Chef Jack, who is one of the owners and an alumnus of Otto e Mezzo, the restaurant has earned a loyal following and is recognized in the MICHELIN Guide. The restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience with a focus on traditional Italian food culture. Involtini is so popular that reservations typically need to be made at least 2 months in advance. Located on the 11th floor of The L. Square building on Lockhart Road, the restaurant is conveniently situated just a 2-minute walk from Exit C of Causeway Bay MTR Station. Operating hours are from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, providing both lunch and dinner service.
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Ask For Alonzo
Ask For Alonzo is a modern Italian trattoria located in Sheung Wan, offering authentic Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant serves a variety of Italian classics including fresh handmade pasta, antipasti, and signature dishes like their popular white wine clam pasta. Their menu changes seasonally to incorporate fresh ingredients and culinary innovations. Known for providing excellent value, Ask For Alonzo offers reasonably priced options including their popular 'Auntie Maria's Brunch' at HKD 268 per person, making it an affordable fine dining experience in Hong Kong. The restaurant has earned high ratings for both its food quality and service, with customers particularly praising the warm and attentive staff. The casual yet elegant atmosphere makes it suitable for various occasions from casual lunches to special dinners. As part of a mini-chain of well-priced Italian restaurants across Hong Kong, Ask For Alonzo has established itself as a reliable destination for quality Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery options, making their delicious offerings accessible in multiple ways. With its combination of quality food, reasonable prices, and excellent service, Ask For Alonzo represents one of the better value Italian dining experiences in the Sheung Wan area.
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Ciclo - Japanese & Italian Fusion Restaurant
Ciclo is a culinary gem in Causeway Bay that beautifully marries Italian and Japanese flavors. The venue presents itself with a sleek and dark interior, offering an escape from the commotion of the area. Menu highlights include Hokkaido uni and lobster arancini ($228), drunken crab pasta ($228), and crispy beef short rib ($268). Perfect for dinner and late-night dining with its extended weekend hours. Experience this unique fusion concept in a sophisticated setting above the busy streets of Causeway Bay.
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ZOZZONA
ZOZZONA is a Japanese-Italian pasta bar that brings Tokyo's Itameshi culture to Hong Kong. The restaurant serves fresh handmade pasta and sharing plates that blend Japanese flavors with Italian techniques, offering a casual izakaya-style dining experience in Tsim Sha Tsui. Itameshi is a unique Japanese dining culture that perfectly combines Italian cuisine with Japanese culinary essence, creating a taste experience that is both familiar and novel. ZOZZONA's culinary team is proficient in both Japanese and Italian cooking techniques, freshly preparing various pasta dishes daily, including classic carbonara, innovative Japanese mentaiko pasta, and seasonal limited-edition flavors. The restaurant's sharing plates are equally impressive, from Japanese fried chicken to Italian antipasto platters, each dish showcasing the clever fusion of two culinary cultures. The restaurant's interior design blends modern Japanese minimalism with Italian warmth, creating a relaxed and enjoyable dining atmosphere. Whether it's a casual gathering with friends or a romantic dinner date, ZOZZONA offers a unique and memorable dining experience, allowing you to taste innovative culinary culture from Tokyo in the bustling district of Tsim Sha Tsui.