10 best Italian restaurants in Moscow

The capital's chefs have become so adept in Italian cuisine that it is absolutely unnecessary for Muscovites and guests of Moscow to go to sunny Italy to enjoy the taste of its dishes and feel the indescribable aura of Italian restaurant culture. Nevertheless, we do not recommend entering the first institution - not all of them can claim to be the best, and in some, as we noted in the reviews, they can spoil the evening.

Let's briefly figure out how to distinguish a good restaurant from a mediocre, without going into it. There are several ways to do this:

• ask friends of Italian cuisine connoisseurs, preferably those who have been to Italy and know a lot about it;
• go to the restaurant's website, which you noticed in Moscow earlier, in order to study its description, photos and expert reviews;
• familiarize yourself with our rating, for which we completed the two previous stages, and accordingly, save a lot of time.

To be as objective as possible, we tried to take into account all the factors that usually guide the choice of a restaurant:

• location and availability of parking;
• cleanliness and accuracy of all rooms;
• promptness and friendliness of staff;
• range of dishes, its conformity to Italian cuisine;
• support feedback from visitors;
• consonant with the concept of pricing.

We will immediately clarify that neither the pretentious interior, nor the prices above the average did not automatically ensure a high place in the list of the best. Moreover, we have noticed an interesting pattern - the simpler restaurateurs approach the interior of the hall, the more soul they put into the restaurant kitchen. But, of course, there are always exceptions.

Top 10 Moscow restaurants with Italian cuisine

10 Mashrums

It is quite simple to guess that in a restaurant called “Mushrooms” most dishes, including Honey cake and tiramisu, are associated with mushrooms. But do not think that these are banal salty mushrooms - the brand chef, along with the chef of the establishment, Vladimir Mukhin and Ilya Zakharov, took into development all kinds of mushrooms, from delicious truffles and morels to chiarik, chanterelles and even ... toadstools. Yes, yes, some of them are quite edible, and from them they created a delicious bitter, and from other mushrooms - stregu, gin and sake. The question is, where does such an incredible mushroom abundance come from? They are brought in by their own field team with an expert mycologist, they are harvesting certified farms, and all for the sake of it - a favorite and unique client.

Of course, the restaurant has not turned into a monoconcept, and its menu contains classic pizza options, rib-eye steak, duck breast. A special aftertaste from food and drinks creates a woody gray interior, a green wall of moss and hand made dishes.If you wish (and in the summer it always appears - now you will understand why) from the restaurant hall you can go up to the 4th floor of the premium shopping center “Hymen” to watch the beautiful view on the roof terrace. All the more so as to wait, albeit a bit, most likely, it will be necessary - the staff does not always cope with the load, and this is probably the only drawback pointed to by some reviews.

9 Pasta and Busta

What kind of pizza do you like? "Margarita", "Four cheeses" or "Proshuto crudo"? Although why ask - in "Pasta and Baste" all kinds of pizza are very tasty: a crispy flat dough made from thin dough and a juicy aromatic stuffing will not even the hungry person pounce on them with appetite. With other gastronomic celebrities hailing from Italy here is also a complete order, so you can safely order pasta, risotto or gelatto. As regular visitors expressed themselves in one review, whatever you take, everything will be delicious and “very Italian”. Perhaps that is why there is always noisy and crowded, just like in a popular family restaurant in Italy itself.

Separately, I want to mention the guys who work in the institution. Their friendliness and the ability to guess their thoughts are intriguing, and the detailed answers about the menu show that the waiters are in a serious school. They will easily help to sort out the choice of drinks, but we already know that the Aperol Syringe cocktail is especially good here. And here there is always well-chosen music and also Italian music. If it were not for the complaints of some customers in the queue to the toilet, this place would definitely rise in our rating by 2–3 positions higher.

8 Semifreddo

A respected Italian, Nino Graziano, who by that time had two Michelin stars for his own establishment in Sicily Il Mulinazzo, was invited to Moscow as the head of the Semifreddo restaurant. This year, his Moscow brainchild is 15 years old. The master in love with his work brought to the capital not only the best traditions of Mediterranean cuisine and the secrets of the diversity of its tastes, but also the Sicilian passion for good food and great wine, which he tries to convey in his gastronomic hits - pasta with seafood and chanterelles, Black beef tartare. Angus and tiramisu.

The restaurant is located in a pleasant place and offers its guests free parking, which is very much appreciated in the center of the business district “Red Rose”. Each of them is guaranteed a kind service - in any case, in more than 200 reviews, we have not seen a single complaint about the service. In addition to the location, people like the interior - it is elegant, discreet and solid, exactly what is needed for an institution in which it is customary to leave 20 thousand rubles. for two. But, despite the cosmic price tag, there are always enough visitors, and to sit at your favorite table, it is better to book it in advance.

7 Acenti

Many good people have put their hearts into this restaurant, and one of them is Igor Shurupov, a well-known chef and restaurateur in Moscow and beyond. A little more, and his brainchild under the significant name Accenti (“Accent” - ital.) Will be 20 years old, and this is a considerable age for a Moscow institution. Probably, in no other place you do not want to look just like that, without any reason. And there are no reasons for that. First, this is an unexpected and not quite Italian cuisine. Of course, you can always order ravioli with crabs here, but cook them out of rice dough, so their filling will sound much brighter. However, visitors with more conservative tastes will certainly be offered both buffalo mozzarella, and burat, and carpaccio.

There are three halls in the restaurant - they are small, but the cozy light interior and harmonious arrangement of tables allows you to comfortably accommodate more than 100 visitors. There is a separate room for 20 people with an audio system and a dance floor, where they are invited to celebrate a children's or adult birthday. The abundance of greenery and soft sofas bring homely comfort, while the paintings and marble busts give a feeling of exceptional events. But it is best to spend time on a charming summer terrace - this is what experienced visitors say in reviews.

6 Cantinetta Antinori

It’s more than realistic to enjoy a real Italian dinner in Moscow - all you have to do is to drive into a quiet, inconspicuous lane near Arbat and visit a restaurant belonging to the global network Cantinetta Antinori. The exact same restaurant is located in Vienna, London and Monte Carlo, so be sure that the standards of service here are the highest. This institution was created for true gourmets who love Italian dishes, solemnly served in a pleasant entourage with muffled music. The portions are small - just such as to eat them deliberately slowly, enjoying and savoring, and have time to move on to the next delicacy, be it an excellent duel of vitello tato or roasted halibut with porcini mushrooms.

Because of the above average price tag (the average check is 5,000 rubles), not everything comes here infrequently - other, more democratic restaurants choose just to get enough. But to celebrate a special high-level day this place is perfect. Unobtrusive European luxury, delicate approach to each visitor, competent selection of wine, meat, cheese varieties and, of course, the remarkable skill of the chef and his team - these are the main reasons why Kantinetta always remains the favorite of most ratings.

5 Osteria Mario

The Mediterranean, and more specifically, the Italian food system has long been recognized as one of the healthiest, but the cooking masters of the restaurant-osteria "Mario" did not stop and created a special menu "Biolight". It consists of dishes prepared in such a way as to preserve maximum benefit. No grilling and deep-frying, a minimum of seasonings - the calculation is only on the purity of taste, freshness and harmonious combination of products. Vegans and vegetarians, healthy lifestyle lovers and people who control their own weight like to drop in here. However, as befits a homely restaurant, hearty Italian food is also plenty here, so everyone can pamper their taste buds.

Of the advantages that we have learned in the reviews, we should mention the spacious bright room, interesting design of dishes, the constant availability of good wine and children's menu with the Azbuka soup, famous for the whole Falcon. And what is the pasta here! It is prepared in the hall in a real wood-burning oven and is served with seafood, prosciutto, parmesan, truffle sauce - without which Italian cuisine is unthinkable. By the way, the portions here are generous, and restaurant lunches are considered the best in the area of ​​Airport Falcon.

4 Buono

For fans of premium establishments, we can recommend the Italian restaurant Buono with the concept of Fine Dining. From the restaurant "fellow" it distinguishes the fashionable interior in a classic style and a unique atmosphere. It is difficult to say whether its beautiful Moscow panorama, which opens on 4 verandas from all corners of the world, creates Italian porcelain tableware in elite wood cabinets or staff perfected to perfection, but you feel yourself an aristocrat.

We read a lot of laudatory reviews about the local cuisine - food of standard quality, tasty, natural, cooked according to all canons of Italian traditions.The legendary chef from Tuscany, Christian Lorenzini, conjures over it, at one time preparing food for celebrities such as Naomi Campbell, Eros Ramazotti, Mick Jagger, Sting and Paris Hilton. Of course, the average check (4,000 rubles) corresponds to the status of the establishment, but you must admit that it’s worth to come here at least once for the sake of impeccable cuisine and a special attitude. Who knows, maybe this is where a brilliant business idea will come to you?

3 Practice by Darvin

More recently, in the building of the legendary theater "Lenkom", in the very center of Moscow, a new institution has been opened under the public name "Practice". The firstborn in this network, Praktika on B. Gruzinskaya, has earned popularity among visitors for its pleasant atmosphere, unobtrusive service and more than friendly prices. Not surprisingly, gourmets from all over the city immediately rushed to the new restaurant, or rather, a wine bar with an Italian accent. Plus, its area has become larger, and the institution has become a suitable option for small corporate events. Therefore, in order to have a nice evening here, and at the same time and inadvertently meet a famous person from the bohemian environment, you need to book a table in advance.

The lucky ones who had already received their first impressions, from their own words, really liked the interesting design of the hall in the loft style, the impeccable decoration of the dishes and their compliance with the recipe. You really won't see all the dishes of Italian cuisine here, and in general the choice on the menu is small, but pizza (including vegetarian), risotto with saffron and, of course, prosecco (a glass costs only 150 rubles, by the way) are perfect. However, for those who are not a connoisseur of sparkling wines, there is always an option to taste - the wine list is very rich. Playing wine in a glass, a light snack and background music - what could be better ?!

2 Andiamo

One of the indirect evidence that this restaurant is considered one of the best is its workload. Light vanity always reigns here, and the waiters are knocked down in order to serve everyone who eats tasty food in time. How they do it is unknown, but people leave the place a little in love with him. The pride of this restaurant is its cuisine, where, as the managers assure and visitors confirm, everything is fresh, literally “from under the knife”. The menu changes weekly and includes about 50 items, including Italian saltimbocca, oriental soup with funchoza, and Hungarian goulash. Such an assortment, of course, excludes the establishment from the number of national restaurants, but it allows you to please the tastes of a large motley company.

You can also come here with children - they have a children's menu, special chairs, an entertainment room, and on Sunday, master classes and an animation program are arranged for them. And they say that here are the most fragrant hookah mixes and the most delicious desserts - meringue roll and lemon tartlet, which can be eaten on a cozy summer terrace, looking at a gorgeous sunset. I must say that the restaurant sometimes meets with criticism, but the administration’s response is more than commendable - it deals with every occasion to the smallest detail and tries to win the favor of even the most demanding visitors.

1 Il Patio

After a walk in the center of Moscow, it's time to have a snack in a cozy Italian restaurant belonging to one of the largest chains in Russia. Once it was called "Patio Pizza", but after changing the concept of its pizzeria turned into a full-fledged Italian trattoria with a varied menu, thought out by the famous chef Renzo de Sario. Here, for a relatively small amount (the average check is about 900 rubles), you can enjoy the classic Pepperoni or Margarita, or try the Il Paso brand pasta with seafood.And if you really liked some kind of dish (judging by the reviews, this is a frequent phenomenon), you can get its recipe on the company's website or order it home with delivery.

Another advantage of this restaurant is inexpensive and high-quality drinks: Italian wines, invigorating soft drinks and cool aperitifs. In general, you should definitely come here for those who work nearby, for breakfast or a business lunch, or for a couple of lovers on a romantic date. However, we warn: if in one restaurant of the chain you liked it, it’s not a fact that the exact same pleasant impressions will remain after visiting another. Its extensive growth has led to the inconsistency of standards and some deterioration in quality. However, judging by the well-trained staff, professionals work at the establishment, who quickly corrected the flaws.

Popular vote - which Italian restaurant in Moscow is the best
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Il Patio

Andiamo

Practice by Darvin

Buono

Osteria Mario

Cantinetta Antinori

Acenti

Semifreddo

Pasta and Busta

Mashrums

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