8 of the best Italian restaurants in Liverpool

Liverpool offers world cuisine on a plate, literally and when it comes to family dining, we’d choose Italian every time.

From the humble spag bol, carbonara and garlic bread, to cavernous calzones and all the cheese, dining out Italian style is all about great food and good company. Perfect for family dining, Liverpool’s Italian restaurants offer a warm welcome, generous portions and a seat at the table for everyone. Feeling hungry?

Here’s 8 of the best Italian restaurants in Liverpool…

1 -Il Forno, Duke Street

When it comes to a classic spag bol, you can’t go wrong at Il Forno. One of the city’s premier dining destinations this Duke St eatery serves up Italian family feasts based on generations of authentic recipes. Click here for menus. 

2 – Casa Italia, Stanley Street

For more than 4o years, Casa Italia has fed scouse families at its cosy, colourful tables. We cant get enough of the signature dish, Casa Italia, loaded with chicken, ham, mushrooms and of course, lashings of melted cheese! Menus and more here. 

3 – Pasta Cosa, Castle Street

If you need your pasta fix in a hurry, Pasta Cosa, Castle Street is the place for you. Choose your pasta, sauce and filling and try your best to not open the box until you’re back at your desk! Check out the menu here. 

4 – Amalia, Campbell Square

Winner of the Italian Awards, 4 years in a row, Amalia on Campbell Square is family dining at its best. From the classics, carbonara, lasagne and ravioli to delicious pizzas, calzones and delectable desserts, expect a full belly and lots of laughs here. Menu here. 

5 – Trattoria 51, Old Hall Street

There’s a fab kids menu on offer at Trattoria 51, bursting with flavour and affordable to treat the whole family. Order yourself Melazane Parmigiana for a veggie taste explosion or keep it simple with a filling, authentic cannelloni. Lush! Menus here. 

6 – The Italian Club, Bold Street

Ragu pappardelle anyone? The Italian Club Restaurant, Bold St is a feast for the senses. For more than 10 years, the Italian Club Family have been serving up the freshest pasta dishes inspired by recipes from the villages and mountains from the south of Rome. You want authenticity on your dish, this is the restaurant for you. Book here. 

7 – L’Olivetto, Rose Lane

Dine in the leafy suburb of Mossley Hill with Italian dishes packed with flavour at L’Olivetto. You lot rave about the carbonara and freshly prepared garlic bread loaded with cheese, which is also available on Deliveroo if you don’t fancy going out! Check out the menu here. 

8 – Piccolino, Cook Street

Piccolino not only offers the best and freshest seasonal produce (the new Autumn menu looks divine), it also offers great value for money. A two-course lunch is less than £20 and we recommend ordering this seafood linguine with room for dessert! Menus and more here.

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