8 of the best, most authentic Italian restaurants in Klang Valley, according to Tatler Best 2025

One of the city’s most iconic rooftop destinations, Marini’s On 57 promises exceptional contemporary Italian cuisine and an unparalleled view of the Petronas Twin Towers. Drawing on traditional Italian recipes, the restaurant incorporates entirely unique twists to create dishes never-before-seen, from Boston lobster tail dotted with lemon caviar to truffle-infused tiramisu with lashings of mascarpone cheese espuma. 

Named after Italian legend Frank Sinatra’s mother, Natalina Italian Kitchen celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine with a touch of modernity. Crafting dishes that are rooted within the culinary traditions of Rome, Natalina blends skill with the highest quality ingredients. At the helm is chef Stefano Maria La Pena. Inspired by the love poured into his grandmother’s cooking, he spent years growing his international culinary experience and now brings both passion and skill to every dish he creates. 

Nero Nero brings the warmth of Southern Italy to Kuala Lumpur, offering hearty Italian classics crafted with premium ingredients. Handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and fresh seafood dishes anchor the menu, all prepared with authenticity and care. Signature highlights include the Pizza al Tartufo, topped with seasonal mushrooms and truffle paste, and the rich Fettuccine al Nero di Seppia—squid ink fettuccine with prawns, calamari, and marinara. Set in a charming bistro with checkered floors and a central fountain, Nero Nero is perfect for everything from casual lunches to special celebrations.

Bringing the essence of heritage Italian cooking to the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Osteria Gamberoni is a celebration of craftsmanship and bold, authentic flavours. Fresh pasta is made daily on-site, from delicate squid ink ravioli filled with prawns and scamorza to spaghetti alla chitarra tossed in a light, Sicilian-style fish ragù. Roman-style thin-crust pizzas, made from dough proofed for 24 hours, are topped with quality ingredients and baked to crisp perfection. The misto di pesce, a vibrant mix of prawns, squid, and fish, is lightly battered and finished with a citrus-herb dressing for a taste of the Amalfi coast. Thoughtfully prepared and deeply rooted in Italian tradition, every dish at Osteria Gamberoni is best enjoyed with a glass from its curated wine selection.

Pizza Duo is husband-and-wife-duo Aina Ghani and Mark Lee’s love letter to the classic Naples staple. Serving contemporary Neapolitan pizza using time-honoured methods and carefully sourced ingredients, the pizzeria is located within Tap Room at Bamboo Hills. Baked in the impressive custom Stefano Ferrara oven are pizzas such as the best-selling Shroomami, inspired by the couple’s trip to Alba, layered with Italian black truffle salsa and local portobello mushrooms.

Dedicated to bringing an authentic slice of Naples to Malaysia, Round Pizza Napoletana not only prides itself on its imported ingredients and dough, but also the time the team takes to explain how pizza is eaten in Naples to customers with a warm and friendly touch. Owner Alan Goh is a self-taught passionate pizzaiolo who expanded his food truck business into buzzing neighborhood pizzeria Round Pizza Napoletana. Try the Pizza Margherita D.O.P, the Pizza Lasagna, and the Pesto Con Funghi if you can't decide between the tempting pies on the menu.

Taking inspiration from the beauty of the Italian regional culinary landscape, Strato pays homage to the traditional dishes, whilst reflecting the diversity and spirit of ‘La Cucina Italiana’. Connecting friends and family through food and drink, they offer an array of Italian classics right in the food hub of Troika Sky Dining. All Strato’s pizzas and pastas are handmade to capture the essence of tradition—don’t miss their Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese, Wagyu Beef Cheek Tortellini, and Barramundi Al Cartoccio.