<figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/6af2366a8f37e8e0b5bab886?format=jpeg" height="1222" width="1630" alt="tagliatelle pasta with bolognese sauce and grated cheese on a table"><figcaption>From historic pizza joints to elevated pasta spots, these are the most iconic Italian restaurants in every state.<p class="copyright">OlyaSolodenko/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure><ul class="summary-list"><li>Italian restaurants nationwide are often rich in history and beloved by their local communities.</li><li>Fior d'Italia in San Francisco is widely recognized as the oldest Italian restaurant in the country.</li><li>We found iconic Italian restaurants based on customer reviews, their reputations, and local history.</li></ul><p>Few meals feel more suited to a cozy autumn night out than dinner at a beloved local Italian restaurant.</p><p>From red-sauce institutions to hole-in-the-wall pizza joints, Italian restaurants remain some of the most enduring gathering places in communities across the US.</p><p>We identified an iconic <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/italian-chain-restaurants-best-value-olive-garden-carrabbas-maggianos-2026-7">Italian restaurant</a> in every state, weighing local legacy, longtime popularity, cultural impact, customer feedback, and the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/most-famous-iconic-food-in-every-state">signature dishes</a> that have earned each spot a devoted following.</p><p>The list includes historic institutions like Fior d'Italia in San Francisco — widely believed to be the oldest Italian restaurant in the country, dating back to 1886 — and beloved neighborhood staples like <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/most-famous-restaurant-in-every-state-2019-6">Mystic Pizza</a> in Connecticut.</p><p>Here are the most iconic and enduring Italian restaurants in every state.</p><div id="slideshow"><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">ALABAMA: Gianmarco's Restaurant in Birmingham</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cd8582e762ed6cfe449690?format=jpeg" height="607" width="784" charset="" alt="Gianmarco's Restaurant"><figcaption>Gianmarco's Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Destiny R./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Gianmarco's Restaurant is a Birmingham staple founded by a father-and-sons trio who have brought generations of Italian family recipes to the city for nearly 20 years.</p><p>The upscale yet welcoming spot is known for handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and signature dishes, such as veal Parmesan and house-made gnocchi, all served in an intimate, old-world setting.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">ALASKA: In Bocca Al Lupo in Juneau</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc08036a864f6fcd7bbfff?format=jpeg" height="660" width="880" charset="" alt="In Bocca Al Lupo"><figcaption>In Bocca Al Lupo.<p class="copyright">King L./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>In Bocca Al Lupo is led by six-time <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/surprising-things-fore-street-portland-maine-review-2024-10">James Beard</a> award-nominated chef Beau Schooler and brings a modern, handmade approach to Italian cooking in downtown Juneau.</p><p>The restaurant has earned a loyal following for its fresh, house-made pastas, creative small plates, and seasonal ingredients, offering a refined take on Italian cuisine in Alaska's capital.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">ARIZONA: Marcellino Ristorante in Scottsdale</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0862e762ed6cfe448e8aformat=jpeg" height="500" width="666" charset="" alt="Marcellino Ristorante"><figcaption>Marcellino Ristorante<p class="copyright">Marcellino Ristorante/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Marcellino Ristorante is led by Italian-born chef Marcellino Verzino, who brings decades of culinary experience to his Scottsdale establishment.</p><p>The intimate restaurant is known for fresh pasta, seafood, and rotating regional dishes that showcase authentic Italian cooking methods.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">ARKANSAS: Bruno's Little Italy in Little Rock</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc09096a864f6fcd7bc008?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Bruno's Little Italy"><figcaption>Bruno's Little Italy.<p class="copyright">Wendy G./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Bruno's Little Italy has been a Little Rock institution since 1949, founded by Italian immigrants who helped shape the city's dining scene.</p><p>A longtime local favorite, the restaurant serves generous portions of red-sauce staples — including spaghetti and meatballs and baked lasagna — in an old-school dining room with red-and-white checked tablecloths.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">CALIFORNIA: Fior d'Italia in San Francisco</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc09a2e762ed6cfe448e98?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Fior d'Italia"><figcaption>Fior d'Italia.<p class="copyright">Fior d'Italia/Getty Images</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Fior d'Italia, founded in 1886, is widely recognized as the <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/oldest-restaurant-in-every-state">oldest Italian restaurant</a> in the United States.</p><p>The historic San Francisco institution is famous for classic dishes like cioppino, veal parmigiana, and house-made pasta, served in a space that reflects more than a century of Italian-American dining tradition.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">COLORADO: Gaetano's in Denver</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0b186a864f6fcd7bc019?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Gaetano's"><figcaption>Gaetano's.<p class="copyright">Harlee S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>A fixture of Denver's historic Northside since 1947, Gaetano's was once reportedly associated with the infamous Smaldone crime family, according to a local radio <a target="_blank" href="https://5280.com/gaetanos-turns-70/">outlet</a>.</p><p>Today, the restaurant serves Italian-American favorites such as spaghetti and meatballs and chicken Parmesan, pairing hearty red-sauce dishes with a setting steeped in neighborhood history.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">CONNECTICUT: Mystic Pizza in Mystic</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2f49e762ed6cfe44901aformat=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Mystic Pizza"><figcaption>Mystic Pizza.<p class="copyright">Nate W./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Mystic Pizza was a neighborhood pizzeria for 15 years before it inspired the 1988 Julia Roberts film of the same name.</p><p>After screenwriter Amy Jones visited the Mystic, Connecticut, restaurant, she used it as the backdrop for the movie, which was filmed there and turned the longtime local spot into a destination for fans eager to try its signature "A Slice of Heaven" pizza slice.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">DELAWARE: Mrs. Robino's in Wilmington</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0cd9e762ed6cfe448ead?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Mrs. Robino's Restaurant"><figcaption>Mrs. Robino's Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Emma S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Since 1940, Mrs. Robino's has welcomed Wilmington diners with the kind of Italian cooking that feels like it came straight from a family kitchen.</p><p>Still family-owned generations later, the longtime local favorite serves comforting plates of lasagna, ravioli, and meatballs based on recipes passed down over the years.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">FLORIDA: Christini's Ristorante Italiano in Orlando</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0d8de762ed6cfe448eb1?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Christinis Ristorante Italiano"><figcaption>Christinis Ristorante Italiano.<p class="copyright">Amritha J./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Christini's Ristorante Italiano has been a fine-dining destination in Orlando since 1984, founded by restaurateur Chris Christini.</p><p>The elegant, old-school restaurant is known for tableside service, handmade pastas, and signature dishes like veal saltimbocca, as well as a vast wine cellar, nightly music, and roses given to every female customer.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">GEORGIA: La Grotta Ristorante Italiano in Buckhead, Atlanta</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0e336a864f6fcd7bc029?format=jpeg" height="667" width="889" charset="" alt="La Grotta Ristorante Italiano"><figcaption>La Grotta Ristorante Italiano.<p class="copyright">La Grotta Ristorante Italiano/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>La Grotta has been a Buckhead favorite since 1978 and is known for its refined, romantic atmosphere and garden area.</p><p>The upscale Italian restaurant is celebrated for Northern Italian dishes such as lobster ravioli and veal scaloppine, as well as an extensive wine list and a celebrity clientele.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">HAWAII: Arancino in Honolulu</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc0ea4e762ed6cfe448ebc?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Arancino"><figcaption>Arancino.<p class="copyright">Linda Y./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Arancino opened in Waikiki in the 1990s and has grown into one of Hawaii's most beloved Italian restaurant groups.</p><p>The restaurant is especially known for its signature pasta dishes — including uni pasta and dishes finished in a large Parmesan cheese wheel — blending Italian tradition with high-quality island ingredients.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">IDAHO: Luciano's Italian Restaurant in Boise</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc1278e762ed6cfe448ecc?format=jpeg" height="422" width="563" charset="" alt="Luciano's Italian Restaurant"><figcaption>Luciano's Italian Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Kyle R./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Luciano's Italian Restaurant is a longtime Boise favorite known for its classic Italian-American comfort food made from scratch.</p><p>The welcoming restaurant draws regulars for hearty dishes such as fettuccine Alfredo, chicken Parmesan, and baked pasta, served in a casual, family-friendly setting.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">ILLINOIS: The Village in Chicago</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc13fbc02a678bd7e469fe?format=jpeg" height="667" width="889" charset="" alt="The Village"><figcaption>The Village.<p class="copyright">The Village/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>The Village opened in 1927 in Chicago's Little Italy and has remained a landmark for nearly a century.</p><p>The historic restaurant is known for traditional dishes like chicken cacciatore and house-made pasta, along with its old-world dining rooms that reflect generations of Italian heritage.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">INDIANA: Iaria's Italian Restaurant in Indianapolis</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2325c02a678bd7e46acd?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Iarias Italian Restaurant"><figcaption>Iarias Italian Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Matthew E./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Iaria's Italian Restaurant has been serving Indianapolis since 1933. It was founded by Italian immigrants in the city's historic Italian neighborhood, and has remained on the same street corner ever since.</p><p>It's known for its signature meat sauce, spaghetti, and veal dishes, along with a retro interior that hasn't changed much in decades.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">IOWA: Tumea & Sons in Des Moines</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc237f6a864f6fcd7bc112?format=jpeg" height="563" width="751" charset="" alt="Tumea & Sons Restaurant"><figcaption>Tumea & Sons Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Tony H./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Tumea & Sons dates back to the late 1990s, when the Tumea family opened their own Italian restaurant, drawing on family recipes and knowledge gained from previous jobs at other restaurants.</p><p>The longtime Des Moines institution is famous for its handmade pasta, baked lasagna, and family-style meals that reflect generations of Italian-American tradition.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">KANSAS: Garozzo's in Kansas City</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc23d3c02a678bd7e46adc?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Garozzo's Ristorante"><figcaption>Garozzo's Ristorante.<p class="copyright">Dawn S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Garozzo's has been a Kansas City staple since 1989, founded by a local Italian-American family and rooted in traditional recipes.</p><p>The beloved restaurant is best known for its signature chicken spiedini — a Kansas City favorite — along with classic red-sauce dishes served in a warm, old-school setting.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">KENTUCKY: Pompilio's in Newport</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc28f9c02a678bd7e46b00?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Pompilios"><figcaption>Pompilios.<p class="copyright">Paul D./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Pompilio's has been serving Northern Kentucky since 1933 and is one of the region's most historic Italian restaurants.</p><p>It's known for hearty classics like lasagna, ravioli, and seafood dishes, and gained national attention after appearing in the film "Rain Man."</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">LOUISIANA: Pascal's Manale in New Orleans</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc29bbc02a678bd7e46b05?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Pascal's Manale"><figcaption>Pascal's Manale.<p class="copyright">Linda L./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Pascal's Manale opened in 1913 and is a cornerstone of New Orleans' Italian-Creole dining tradition.</p><p>The historic restaurant is credited with popularizing barbecue shrimp — its most famous dish — along with classic pasta and seafood served in a timeless dining room.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MAINE: Via Vecchia in Portland</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2a366a864f6fcd7bc153?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Via Vecchia"><figcaption>Via Vecchia.<p class="copyright">Hannah T./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Via Vecchia is a newer addition to Portland's dining scene, offering a stylish take on Italian cuisine in the city's Old Port. It's known for its ivy-covered red-brick building and romantic, trendy interiors.</p><p>It serves up handmade pastas, wood-fired dishes, and fan-favorite menu items like short rib ragu.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MARYLAND: Il Pizzico in Rockville</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2b13e762ed6cfe448fe5?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Il Pizzico"><figcaption>Il Pizzico.<p class="copyright">Tania A./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Il Pizzico has been a Rockville favorite for decades, known for bringing refined regional Italian cuisine to the suburbs of Washington, DC.</p><p>The intimate restaurant is celebrated for its house-made pastas, fresh seafood, and rotating specials.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MASSACHUSETTS: Regina Pizzeria in Boston</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2b83e762ed6cfe448fe6?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Regina Pizzeria"><figcaption>Regina Pizzeria.<p class="copyright">Jacob P./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Regina Pizzeria first opened in Boston's North End in 1926 and is one of the most iconic pizzerias in the country.</p><p>The legendary spot is known for its brick-oven pizzas with charred, chewy crusts and classic toppings, drawing lines of locals and tourists every day.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MICHIGAN: Buddy's Pizza in Detroit</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2bbac02a678bd7e46b22?format=jpeg" height="668" width="1000" charset="" alt="Buddy's Pizza"><figcaption>Buddy's Pizza.<p class="copyright">Buddy's Pizza/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Buddy's Pizza, founded in 1946 as Buddy's Rendezvous, is widely credited as the birthplace of Detroit-style pizza.</p><p>The iconic restaurant is known for its square, deep-dish pies with caramelized cheese edges and sauce layered on top — a style that has become famous nationwide.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MINNESOTA: Yarusso Bros in St. Paul</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2c7e6a864f6fcd7bc171?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Yarusso Bros Italian Restaurant"><figcaption>Yarusso Bros Italian Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Jerry M./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Yarusso Bros has been serving St. Paul since 1933, making it one of Minnesota's oldest Italian restaurants.</p><p>The family-run institution is famous for its signature baked mostaccioli pasta, classic red-sauce dishes, and old-school charm that has endured for generations.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MISSISSIPPI: Giardina's Restaurant in Greenwood</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2db66a864f6fcd7bc181?format=jpeg" height="587" width="782" charset="" alt="Giardina's Restaurant"><figcaption>Giardina's Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Magen O./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Giardina's Restaurant dates back to 1936 and is one of the most historic restaurants in the Mississippi Delta.</p><p>The elegant yet nostalgic spot is known for its steaks and Italian-influenced seafood dishes that also reflect its Southern heritage.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MISSOURI: Jasper's Italian Restaurant in Kansas City</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2e8b6a864f6fcd7bc199?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Jasper's Restaurant"><figcaption>Jasper's Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Harmanjeet K./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Jasper's has been a Kansas City institution since 1954, founded by a Sicilian immigrant family.</p><p>The longtime favorite is known for authentic Italian dishes like lasagna and linguini with clams, as well as a lively dining room and generations of loyal customers.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">MONTANA: Lucca's in Helena</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc2fe3c02a678bd7e46b5e?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Lucca's"><figcaption>Lucca's.<p class="copyright">Auna N./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Lucca's in Helena, Montana, is a fine-dining restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine.</p><p>The eatery serves Italian and Italian-American staples, including baked ziti, spaghetti, risotto, and chicken. TripAdvisor has ranked it among the best eateries in the state, and Business Insider previously named Lucca's the <a target="_self" rel="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-best-restaurant-in-every-state-2017-7#"><u>best restaurant in Montana</u></a>.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEBRASKA: Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria in Omaha</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc30b66a864f6fcd7bc1aaformat=jpeg" height="666" width="888" charset="" alt="Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria"><figcaption>Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria.<p class="copyright">Meg B./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria dates back to 1919 and remains one of Omaha's most historic Italian establishments.</p><p>The bakery-turned-pizzeria is famous for its thick, square-cut pizzas and fresh-baked bread, served in a no-frills, old-world setting.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEVADA: Piero's Italian Cuisine in Las Vegas</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc313c6a864f6fcd7bc1b0?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Piero's Italian Cuisine"><figcaption>Piero's Italian Cuisine.<p class="copyright">Brandon L./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Piero's Italian Cuisine opened in 1982 and has long been a power-dining destination just off the Las Vegas Strip.</p><p>The upscale restaurant is known for Northern Italian dishes like osso buco and veal Parmesan, as well as its history of hosting celebrities and mob-era figures.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Rosa in Portsmouth</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc31d86a864f6fcd7bc1b5?format=jpeg" height="659" width="879" charset="" alt="The Rosa"><figcaption>The Rosa.<p class="copyright">The Rosa/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>The Rosa, previously known as Rosa's Restaurant, is a modern Italian restaurant in downtown Portsmouth that blends tradition with contemporary flair.</p><p>The stylish spot has served customers since it opened in 1927 and is known for handmade pasta, seasonal ingredients, and refined dishes.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEW JERSEY: Chef Vola's in Atlantic City</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3264e762ed6cfe449031?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Chef Vola's"><figcaption>Chef Vola's.<p class="copyright">Sam S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Chef Vola's has been a hidden gem in <a target="" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/review-ocean-casino-resort-in-atlantic-city-2025-8">Atlantic City</a> since 1921, operating out of a small house in a residential neighborhood.</p><p>The famously hard-to-book restaurant is known for classic dishes like veal Parmesan and rigatoni, as well as its old-school, cash-only charm and loyal following.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEW MEXICO: Trombino's Bistro Italiano in Albuquerque</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc32b4e762ed6cfe449034?format=jpeg" height="500" width="666" charset="" alt="Trombino's Bistro Italiano"><figcaption>Trombino's Bistro Italiano.<p class="copyright">Trombino's Bistro Italiano/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Open since 1979, Trombino's Bistro Italiano has been a longtime favorite in Albuquerque, founded by a family with deep Italian roots.</p><p>The welcoming restaurant is known for generous portions of classics like baked lasagna and chicken Parmesan, all served in a warm, neighborhood setting.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NEW YORK: Lombardi's in New York City</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc32efe762ed6cfe449035?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Lombardi's Pizza"><figcaption>Lombardi's Pizza.<p class="copyright">Christy N./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>While New York has no shortage of iconic Italian establishments, from Carmine's to Carbone, Lombardi's is widely recognized as America's first pizzeria.</p><p>Established in 1905, the Nolita landmark — previously located in New York's Little Italy neighborhood — is famous for its coal-fired, thin-crust pizzas with charred edges and simple, high-quality toppings that helped define New York-style pizza.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NORTH CAROLINA: Amedeo's Italian Restaurant in Raleigh</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3382c02a678bd7e46b7f?format=jpeg" height="746" width="1000" charset="" alt="Amedeo's Italian Restaurant"><figcaption>Amedeo's Italian Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Lori R./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Amedeo's opened in 1963 and has become a Raleigh institution, especially among NC State University students and alumni.</p><p>The longtime favorite is known for hearty Italian-American classics like lasagna and baked ziti, as well as its sports-themed décor celebrating Wolfpack history.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">NORTH DAKOTA: Spaghetti Western in Fargo</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc343ec02a678bd7e46b88?format=jpeg" height="640" width="853" charset="" alt="Spaghetti Western"><figcaption>Spaghetti Western.<p class="copyright">Mindy B./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Spaghetti Western brings a creative, modern take on Italian cuisine to downtown Fargo.</p><p>The popular spot is known for house-made pasta, inventive dishes, and a lively atmosphere that blends Italian flavors with a contemporary Midwestern twist.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">OHIO: Guarino's in Cleveland</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3485c02a678bd7e46b8c?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Guarino's Restaurant"><figcaption>Guarino's Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Matt H./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Guarino's, founded in 1918, is the oldest restaurant in Cleveland and a cornerstone of the city's Little Italy neighborhood.</p><p>The historic eatery is known for classic dishes like gnocchi, manicotti, and wedding soup, served in a charming, old-world setting with an expansive garden patio.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">OKLAHOMA: Pete's Place in Krebs</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3549c02a678bd7e46b93?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Pete's Place"><figcaption>Pete's Place.<p class="copyright">Nancy R./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Pete's Place dates back to 1925 and was founded by Italian immigrants in the coal-mining town of Krebs, once known as Little Italy.</p><p>The beloved institution is famous for its family-style meals, including spaghetti, ravioli, and fried chicken, served alongside its signature house salad and garlic bread.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">OREGON: Nostrana in Portland</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc35b0c02a678bd7e46b9aformat=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Nostrana"><figcaption>Nostrana.<p class="copyright">Grace C./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Nostrana has been a Portland staple since 2005, known for its focus on seasonal, farm-driven Italian cuisine.</p><p>The acclaimed James Beard-nominated restaurant is especially famous for its wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and simple, elegant dishes that highlight high-quality ingredients.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">PENNSYLVANIA: The Victor Café in Philadelphia</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3059e762ed6cfe449022?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="The Victor Cafe"><figcaption>The Victor Cafe.<p class="copyright">Ju L./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Established in 1918, The Victor Café in Philadelphia specializes in Italian food, offering customers ravioli, risotto, and steak.</p><p>However, the restaurant isn't known only for its food. Victor Cafe's claim to fame is its appearances in the "Rocky" franchise: The restaurant appeared in "Rocky Balboa" in 2006, and its spinoff, "Creed." In the movies, the restaurant is called Adrian's.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">RHODE ISLAND: Camille's in Providence</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3600c02a678bd7e46b9d?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Camille's"><figcaption>Camille's.<p class="copyright">Eva C./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Camille's has been a fixture on Providence's Federal Hill since 1914, making it one of the city's oldest Italian restaurants.</p><p>The historic spot is known for its romantic atmosphere and classic dishes like veal Parmesan and seafood pasta in the heart of Rhode Island's most famously Italian neighborhood.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">SOUTH CAROLINA: Villa Tronco in Columbia</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3676c02a678bd7e46ba0?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Villa Tronco Italian Restaurant"><figcaption>Villa Tronco Italian Restaurant.<p class="copyright">Teen B./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Villa Tronco dates back to 1940 and is widely considered South Carolina's oldest Italian restaurant.</p><p>The family-run institution is known for recipes passed down through generations, including lasagna, baked ziti, and rich tomato sauces, as well as for its unique location inside a historic firehouse.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">SOUTH DAKOTA: Maribella Ristorante in Sioux Falls</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc38766a864f6fcd7bc1f9?format=jpeg" height="564" width="752" charset="" alt="Maribella Ristorante"><figcaption>Maribella Ristorante.<p class="copyright">Pam W./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Maribella Ristorante offers an upscale Italian dining experience in Sioux Falls.</p><p>The restaurant is known for refined dishes like house-made pasta, seafood specialties, and elegant presentations, making it a go-to for special occasions and a favorite among locals, who've consistently awarded the restaurant highly rated reviews on Google and Yelp.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">TENNESSEE: Caffé Nonna in Nashville</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc38b8c02a678bd7e46bae?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Caffé Nonna"><figcaption>Caffé Nonna.<p class="copyright">Amanda M./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Established in 1999, Caffé Nonna is a seven-time winner of Nashville's Best Italian Restaurant and is known for its cozy, intimate atmosphere and for featuring recipes from Chef Dan's grandmother or "nonna."</p><p>The restaurant is especially beloved for its signature lasagna — often <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.caffenonna.com/items/lasagna-bolognese">cited as one of the best in the city</a> — as well as other classic Italian comfort dishes.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">TEXAS: Rosie Cannonball in Houston</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3962c02a678bd7e46bbb?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Rosie Cannonball"><figcaption>Rosie Cannonball.<p class="copyright">Lea C./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Rosie Cannonball is a modern Italian-inspired restaurant in Houston that has quickly gained national attention and is even featured in the Michelin Guide.</p><p>The stylish spot is known for wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, and Mediterranean-influenced dishes, along with an extensive wine list and vibrant atmosphere.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">UTAH: Valter's Osteria in Salt Lake City</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3a0dc02a678bd7e46bc2?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Valter's Osteria"><figcaption>Valter's Osteria.<p class="copyright">Valter's Osteria/Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Valter's Osteria was founded by Italian-born chef Valter Nassi, who became a local legend and a famed Italian restaurateur in Salt Lake City after 20 years of owning and operating restaurants there.</p><p>His namesake restaurant is known for tableside service, handmade pasta, and signature dishes like pappardelle and osso buco, all served with theatrical flair.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">VERMONT: Sarducci's in Montpelier</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3a60e762ed6cfe449077?format=jpeg" height="750" width="1000" charset="" alt="Sarducci's"><figcaption>Sarducci's.<p class="copyright">Joy S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Sarducci's, located along the Winooski River in the heart of downtown, has been a Montpelier favorite for decades.</p><p>The cozy restaurant is known for classic Italian dishes such as seafood pasta, risotto, and wood-fired pizza, served alongside scenic waterfront views.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">VIRGINIA: Luigi's Italian Gourmet in Roanoke</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3bd4c02a678bd7e46bcf?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Luigi's Italian Gourmet"><figcaption>Luigi's Italian Gourmet.<p class="copyright">Manuel M./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Luigi's Italian Gourmet has been serving Roanoke since 1970, making it one of the city's most enduring Italian restaurants.</p><p>The casual, family-run spot is known for generous portions of classics like spaghetti, baked ziti, and subs, along with a loyal local following.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">WASHINGTON: The Pink Door in Seattle</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cc3c31c02a678bd7e46bd2?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="The Pink Door"><figcaption>The Pink Door.<p class="copyright">Jm P./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>The Pink Door opened in 1981 and is one of Seattle's most iconic restaurants, hidden behind an unmarked entrance in Pike Place Market.</p><p>The restaurant is known for its Italian-inspired menu, including handmade pasta and seafood, as well as live entertainment like cabaret and trapeze performances.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">WEST VIRGINIA: Fazio's Italian Restaurant in Charleston</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cd58af6a864f6fcd7bc686?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Fazio's"><figcaption>Fazio's.<p class="copyright">Samantha G./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Blessed with the tagline of "the most famous Italian restaurant in West Virginia," Fazio's Italian Restaurant has been a Charleston staple for decades, founded by a family with Italian roots.</p><p>The longtime favorite is known for classic dishes like veal Parmesan, spaghetti, and house-made sauces, served in a welcoming atmosphere.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">WISCONSIN: Calderone Club in Milwaukee</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cd591ac02a678bd7e4702f?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Calderone Club"><figcaption>Calderone Club.<p class="copyright">Mikayla M./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Calderone Club has been a Milwaukee institution since 1945, and is even credited with introducing pizza to the city.</p><p>The beloved family-owned restaurant is known for its thin-crust pizzas, homemade pasta, and classic Italian-American dishes.</p></div></div><div class="slide"><div class="slide-title">WYOMING: Calico Restaurant and Bar in Jackson</div><div class="slide-image"><figure><img src="https://i.insider.com/69cd5c74e762ed6cfe449500?format=jpeg" height="563" width="750" charset="" alt="Calico Restaurant and Bar"><figcaption>Calico Restaurant and Bar.<p class="copyright">Rach S./Yelp</p></figcaption></figure></div><div class="slide-content"><p>Established in 1966, Calico Restaurant and Bar has been a Jackson Hole favorite for decades, offering Italian-inspired cuisine just a stone's throw from local tourist attractions.</p><p>The restaurant is known for wood-fired pizzas, hearty pasta dishes, and a cozy, cabin-like atmosphere near Grand Teton National Park.</p><p><em>Editor's Note: This story was originally published in April 2026 and most recently updated in November 2026.</em></p></div></div></div><div class="read-original">Read the original article on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/most-iconic-famous-italian-restaurant-every-state">Business 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