Location: Bel-Air, Makati City

A charming haunt for Italian classics, Caruso Ristorante Italiano offers time-tested staples that transport you to the streets of Italy with every bite, be it the bistecca alla Florentina or carbonara alla Romana.

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Location: Various

Chef Margarita Forés’ well-loved Italian chain Cibo has won over the hearts and stomachs of countless diners for years, boasting signature dishes you won’t find anywhere else. On days you crave something apart from spinach dip, penne al telefono, and iced tea (or a grape shake, if you’re in the know), you can rest assured that the extensive menu will not disappoint.

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Location: Alabang, Muntinlupa City

Run by the second-and third-generation family members of grandpa Gianni, who once aspired to open his own Italian trattoria, the Guidicelli clan behind Da Gianni Cucina Italiana celebrate the timeless appeal of home-cooked Italian dishes, refined to restaurant standards. Find both classic and contemporary dishes on the menu, as well as creations that tread the fine line between.

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Tatler Tip: Their second location is in Landers, BGC 
 

Location: Parañaque City

Indulge in an elegant yet hearty meal at Finestra Italian Steakhouse, Solaire’s stylish fine-dining Italian restaurant. Though you may have your sights fixed on the luxurious Wagyu steaks and superb seafood, don’t forget to browse through the bar list too, including the creative signature cocktails.

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Location: Various

Leave your inhibitions at the door and treat yourself to some mouthwatering pizzas at Gino’s Brick Oven Pizza. While the restaurant has a swoon-worthy portfolio of toppings to choose from, every pizza-lover will tell you that it all boils down to the dough—and Gino’s far from disappoints.

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Location: Forbes Park, Makati City

A neighbourhood favourite bursting with neighbourly charm since 1978, La Nuova Pasteleria is a trusted name for pasta, pizza, antipasti, and more—including its famed tartufo pasta and sinful concorde cake.

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Location: Parañaque City

Al fresco dining is here to stay! Unwind within the lush gardens of the historic estate while gourmandising across the Italian fare from The Loggia at Palacio de Memoria. 

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Location: Greenbelt, Makati City

Another fan-favourite by chef Margarita Forés, Lusso beams with a sophisticated elegance from its stylish interiors to the refined Italian dishes and even some cheeky cocktails. Be it for a boozy brunch, an afternoon graze, or a special-occasion dinner, you can’t go wrong with a meal at Lusso.

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Location: Various

A proudly family-owned establishment, Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen started off as a home-based restaurant in Parañaque City and now has multiple outlets throughout the metro and beyond. But worry not—its dedication to simple, hospitable service and heartwarming comfort food is well and truly alive.

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Location: The Podium, Pasig City

Fresh-made napoli pizza, summery vongole pasta, and crisp yet juicy porchetta—these signature dishes offer a tempting glimpse into the masterful, authentic cuisine at Salvatore Cuomo Café, the premium casual outpost of the eponymous Japanese-Italian celebrity chef.

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Location: BGC, Taguig City

Not only has the Wildflour group has not only proven itself to be among the country’s most resilient—co-founder and CEO Ana de Ocampo was also celebrated as Tatler Dining’s Restaurateur of the Year for 2022, in recognition of the group’s boundless courage and innovation. First opening its doors in 2019, Wild Flour Italian is a proud exemplar of the group’s breadth of skill, offering casual bites of pizza and pasta as well as more luxurious picks like Fine de Claire oysters and crostini with duck liver and foie gras.

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