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Best Italian Food in Manchester, CT

Handmade pasta, rich sauces, and old-world charm.

Manchester's Italian dining scene reflects the town's authentic character, with established restaurants serving genuine recipes in a setting that honors the community's mill-district heritage. From casual neighborhood spots near the Cheney Mills historic district to family-run establishments that locals have relied on for decades, these restaurants offer everything from traditional red-sauce classics to contemporary Northern Italian cuisine. Whether you're grabbing a quick meal before exploring Case Mountain or settling in for a leisurely dinner with colleagues, Manchester's Italian restaurants deliver consistent quality and the kind of personal service you'd expect from a vibrant inland town that takes its food seriously.

Showing 6 top italian restaurants in Manchester, CT

#1
Trattoria Toscana
★ Featured
★★★★★4.5(722 reviews)

Trattoria Toscana has logged 722 reviews and held a 4.5-star rating, making it one of Manchester's most established italian. Check their website for hours and booking.

📍706 Hartford Rd, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
🕐 Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Monday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
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#2
Pepe's Restaurant & Lounge
★★★★★4.5(527 reviews)

527 customers in Manchester have reviewed Pepe's Restaurant & Lounge — their 4.5-star consensus speaks for itself. Call ahead to confirm availability.

📍300 Middle Turnpike W, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
🕐 Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
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#3
Filomena's Pizzeria
★★★★☆4.4(886 reviews)

A 4.4-star rating across 886 reviews makes Filomena's Pizzeria a well-established presence among Manchester italian. Visit their site for pricing and appointments.

📍775 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
🕐 Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:55 PM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:25 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:25 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:25 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:55 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:55 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:55 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM – 7:55 PM
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#4
Cafe Aura
★★★★☆4.4(415 reviews)

A 4.4-star rating across 415 reviews makes Cafe Aura a well-established presence among Manchester italian. Check their website for hours and booking.

📍45 E Center St, Manchester, CT 06040, USA
🕐 Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Monday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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#5
Maggie McFly's | Manchester
★★★★☆4.2(3313 reviews)

A 4.2-star rating across 3313 reviews makes Maggie McFly's | Manchester a well-established presence among Manchester italian. Call ahead to confirm availability.

📍194 Buckland Hills Dr Suite 1023, Manchester, CT 06042, USA
🕐 Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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#6
Joey Garlics Manchester
★★★★☆4.2(2030 reviews)

2030 customers have rated Joey Garlics Manchester in Manchester, settling on a 4.2-star average. Visit their site for pricing and appointments.

📍31 Redstone Rd, Manchester, CT 06042, USA
🕐 Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Monday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
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