The best Italian restaurants in Mayfair

Novikov in Mayfair is a three-in-one proposition, with the downstairs area dedicated to a rustic Italian setting. The suede-panelled walls, flaming wood oven, and glitzy chandeliers work together towards a refined and elegant dining experience in true Mayfair style. Expect the likes of handmade pasta with Wagyu bolognaise, pizzas topped with black truffle, and fresh seafood on the menu.

A relatively inexpensive restaurant in Mayfair is hard to come by, but Delfino ticks that box whilst not compromising on quality food. Enjoy a top-notch pizza or plate of pasta and still have change from a twenty. Although Delfino is located in Mayfair, don't expect any fancy Mayfair-style decor, this place is relaxed to the max.

Nipotina is a modern Italian spot in Mayfair from restaurateur Samyukta Nair, and it's got that perfect mix of romance and glam that you want from a neighbourhood spot that happens to be in W1. The food's all about homely Italian cooking done with style, featuring generous plates of pasta and the kind of starters that pair best with an aperitivo. It's open for lunch, dinner, or just drinks, with an all-Italian wine list that keeps things simple, classic, and very moreish.

This family-run Italian restaurant and sandwich bar can be found nestled down an alleyway in Shepherd's Market. It's all about home-cooked food, like classic pasta dishes, traditional pizzas and fresh meat and seafood dishes, made using only the freshest ingredients. It's an elegant but small spot, perfect for an intimate date night or catching up with old pals one evening after work.

Sartoria is a modern Italian restaurant with a Calabria-inspired menu of delicious dishes made with versatile cooking styles. It's uber stylish inside, with tables draped with white tablecloths and big comfortable chairs. Menu highlights include lasagne with wild mushroom and truffle and spring lamb ragu fettuccine with mint and pecorino cheese. There's also Sartoria's Libare Bar, a sophisticated spot where you can enjoy a wide range of seasonal cocktails surrounded by old-world Italian charm.

Da Corradi is a family-run Italian restaurant tucked away in one of the alleyways in Shepherds Market, where you can enjoy traditional home-cooked food in a rustic, laid-back setting. They serve a range of pizza, pasta, fish dishes and meat dishes alongside a short list of drinks.

If it's Michelin-starred Italian food you're searching for, head to Murano on Queen Street in Mayfair. This restaurant, by Angela Hartnett, specialises in a menu of seasonal and modern dishes, like burrata, risotto and gnocchi. There are also plenty of plant-based options for vegan diners and a wine menu chock full of global wines.

From homemade pasta and fresh seafood to wood-fired pizza, Bocconcino in Mayfair sets out to impress with its menu crafted using authentic Italian ingredients. It's set across two floors, with resident DJs that treat you to sets as you enjoy your meal. The star of the show? Probably the all-you-can-eat pizza brunch.

Ristorante Frescobaldi in New Burlington Place is the first restaurant in the UK from Italy's oldest wine dynasty, Frescobaldi. This stunning Italian restaurant serves Tuscan-inspired cuisine with influences from the food of Northern Italy and Southern regions, like Puglia. Dishes are seasonal, with a menu that changes regularly to reflect this. As for the wine, you can expect bottles from the most respected dynasty in Italy.

This modern Italian restaurant in the heart of Mayfair serves an impressive menu of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant setting. Its sibling restaurants are located at Hotel Figuroa, the award-winning space in downtown Los Angeles, where they also serve a similar menu. It's all about contemporary dishes created by chef AJ McCloud, featuring fresh, sustainable produce, like hand-rolled past and wood-fired dishes. There's also an innovative cocktail menu inspired by Italian flavours.

This independent Italian trattoria and vermouth bar is a family-run spot that aims to mimic the neighbourhoods of Northern Italy, specialising in authentic Italian recipes made using high-quality British ingredients. The menu is straightforward, including dishes like spaghetti alle vongole and carbonara. They also serve a lunch and pre-theatre menu and host superclub events which allow diners to truly experience regional recipes from Italy.

For indulgent pasta dishes and wood-fired pizza, head to Cecconi's in Mayfair. This relaxed restaurant is decorated in a contemporary style, with floor-to-ceiling windows that drench the restaurant in natural light and steel green chairs which perfectly complement the patterned marble floor.

The Dover Restaurant in Mayfair, is a chic New York-inspired Italian eatery and bar, tailored for a sophisticated clientele. It offers a refined twist on traditional Italian dishes, such as lobster ravioli, and features a selection of high-end culinary delights including caviar, filet mignon, and others. Complementing the dining experience, the bar provides an array of classic cocktails like martinis, accompanied by an extensive international wine selection.