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Best Italian Restaurants in Beverly Hills 2026 — Worth the Booking

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The top picks for Italian Restaurants in Beverly Hills are led by Funke. Editorial runners-up: Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura, Cipriani Beverly Hills, Il Cielo, Bacari Beverly Hills.

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Beverly Hills's Italian dining map runs deeper than its tourist-Italian reputation suggests. Beyond the carbonara joints, a generation of chefs has imported Northern and Southern Italian techniques and adapted them to Beverly Hills's ingredient base. The 6 restaurants below are the Beverly Hills kitchens that take Italian cuisine seriously in 2026 — from neighbourhood trattorias to fine-dining temples.

6 Italian Restaurants in Beverly Hills Worth Booking

Cuisine: italian
Price: $$$$
Rating: 9.2/10

Funke earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Funke review ›

Cuisine: italian
Price: $$$$
Rating: 9.0/10

Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura review ›

Cuisine: italian
Price: $$$$
Rating: 8.8/10

Cipriani Beverly Hills earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Cipriani Beverly Hills review ›

Cuisine: italian
Price: $$$
Rating: 8.8/10

Il Cielo earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Il Cielo review ›

Cuisine: mediterranean · italian · small plates
Price: $$
Rating: 8.5/10

Bacari Beverly Hills earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Bacari Beverly Hills review ›

Cuisine: italian pasta
Price: $$$
Rating: 8.5/10

Il Pastaio earns its place on this list of Beverly Hills's best Italian restaurants on the strength of what consistently arrives at the table. The kitchen handles the Italian register without performing for it; the wine list reflects the cuisine's serious side; the room is calibrated for the kind of evening that justifies booking specifically for the cuisine.

Read the full Il Pastaio review ›

How to Pick the Right Italian Restaurant for Your Evening

Tier matters. The 7 picks above span tasting-menu fine dining and casual neighbourhood spots. Splurge tier suits anniversary dinners and serious business entertainment. Mid-tier rooms work for first dates, second dates, and the considered Tuesday-night meal. Casual options work for groups and last-minute walk-ins.

Booking ahead. The fine-dining picks book 2-4 weeks ahead. The mid-tier rooms accept 1-2 weeks. The casual options usually take same-day reservations or walk-ins.

What to order. Each restaurant page (linked above) covers the signature dishes and what locals consistently book the room for. The cuisine-specific must-orders shift seasonally; check the linked detail page for current seasonal recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Italian restaurant in Beverly Hills?
Our editorial pick is Funke — see the linked full review. The 7 restaurants ranked above are all Italian restaurants we consistently recommend in Beverly Hills.
How does Beverly Hills's Italian dining scene compare to others?
Beverly Hills is one of 1 cities we cover with serious Italian dining. See our [worldwide Italian guide](/blog/best-italian-restaurants-world-2026.html) for cross-city comparison.
How far ahead should I book Italian restaurants in Beverly Hills?
For the higher-rated picks above, 2-4 weeks. The casual options usually take same-day or next-day reservations.