Best Italian food near Padua, Province of Padua, Italy

August 28, 2019 Veronika Gaddis

Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Padua. Known as Padova in Italian, Padua may be the oldest city in northern Italy, if you believe the claims of its 12th-century BC founding by Trojans. It certainly has history, including its famous university (one of Europe’s oldest, from 1222), the 13th-century Basilica di Sant'Antonio (resting place of St. Anthony), and Scrovegni Chapel, with Giotto’s famed 14th century frescos. The magnificent Prato della Valle, a 950,000-square-foot elliptical square, is thought to be Europe’s second-biggest.
Things to do in Padua

10. Pizzeria da Vanni

Via Pietro Maroncelli 92 Via Maroncelli Da Via Madonna Della Salute, 35129, Padua Italy Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +39 049 807 3731 http://www.facebook.com/pizzeriadavanni2007
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4 based on 489 reviews

Pizzeria da Vanni

Reviewed By foodtravels2000

Came to Italy for a week and went around to major cities (Rome, Florence, Venice) and stayed in Padua for 2 nights. Went looking for restaurants, and found this hidden gem very close to our hotel. The food is absolutely amazing! Of course, Italian food is 100x better than American food, but Pizzeria da Vannia has the best pizza ever! The pizzas are cheesy, freshly made, thin, and delicious. Depending on your appetite, one pizza can be eaten alone or shared (I had to share). The staff is very friendly and kind and always working hard. The place is also very busy, which I can understand considering its food is so amazing. It was so good, we went there again for our last night in Italy! What a great way to end our trip.

9. Dalla Zita

Via Gorizia 12, Padua Italy Italian, Fast Food Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Serves Alcohol +39 049 654992 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dalla-Zita/135324679848609
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4 based on 678 reviews

Dalla Zita

Reviewed By Simone O

There is nothing more to say. Do you like sandwiches? Well, this is the right place to be. There's an endless list of sandwiches where you can choose from, but you can still make your own sandwich, choosing the ingredients! It's also a nice place to drink a glass of wine, or two.. ;)

8. Ristorante Belle Parti

Via Belle Parti 11 Incrocio Con Via Verdi, 35100, Padua Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Soups Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +39 049 875 1822 http://www.ristorantebelleparti.it
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4 based on 964 reviews

Reviewed By Tim967

We went for dinner here whilst in Padua, and were very impressed. The atmosphere in an old dining room with beautiful paintings and candlelight was sophisticated and yet relaxed. The service was friendly but effective, and the food was superb. The risotto was delicious, the beef was excellent and the desserts amazing. The wine list is comprehensive and well priced and we had fantastic good and wine. I would thoroughly revcrtbis restaurant, which deserves all the plaudits it receives.

7. Ristorante Etico Strada Facendo a Padova

Via Chiesanuova 131 Parcheggio Parco Brentella, 35136, Padua Italy Italian, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Full B [email protected] +39 342 832 8505 http://www.facebook.com/ristorantestradafacendo
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4 based on 265 reviews

Ristorante Etico Strada Facendo a Padova

Chiusi per ferie dal 4 al 27 agosto 2019. Vi aspettiamo dal 28 agosto per concludere con gioia un anno straordinario.

Reviewed By F4811QMandreas

Ethic because all the revenues go to help immigrants in Italy and it is a job learning opportunity for them, ethnic because the waiters all black, quite uncommon in Padua. Good and fine local food, fine selection of DOC wines,relaxed atmosphere, thanks toCarolina and her smiling crew. Good price (@30 euro for a complete meal). The setting is appealing for nice in and outdoor eating. Just try it!

6. Bigoi Padova

Via Umberto I 6, 35122, Padua Italy Italian, Mediterranean, Northern-Italian, Central-Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Dog Friendly [email protected] +39 049 205 0339 http://www.facebook.com/BigoiPadova/
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4 based on 904 reviews

Bigoi Padova

The new idea of fast italian cuisine, homemade and fresh "Bigoi", ready in 1 minute ...

Reviewed By SydneyPJ

Very good pasta, nice, fresh, and hot! Very tasty selection of sauces that everyone will be satisfied with! I went to this chain in Verona as well and when I saw it here it was no question that I should eat here again!

5. The Coffee Box

Via Altinate 37, 35121, Padua Italy Italian, American, Bar, Cafe, Pub Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Wifi [email protected] +39 392 741 6034 http://www.thecoffeebox.it
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4 based on 190 reviews

The Coffee Box

Reviewed By Denis Ć

I love it when TA score proves to be correct, which is definitely the case here. The place is cool and cozy, coffee's great, guys working in there are friendly and patient, speak fluent English, cakes are awesome. Definitely recommended if you want to spend an hour or so just chilling and enjoying yourself.

4. Soul Kitchen

Via del Santo 23 Civico cambiato, 35100, Padua Italy Italian, American, Bar, Fast Food, Barbecue, Pub Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Cash Only, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Full Bar, Free Wifi [email protected] +39 340 378 1812 http://www.facebook.com/SoulKitchenPD
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4 based on 453 reviews

Soul Kitchen

Reviewed By Kanaschwiiz

Really, really good. Good burgers, good service (competent and friendly, helped out my injured money with a bit of ice), good beer list... even vinegar for the chips! Wife had an Aubergine burger and liked it!Only thing I can think of to improve: replace PET plastic bottles (happy to pay for tap water) and maybe put in a urinal/pissoir.

3. La Folperia

Piazza della frutta 1, 35139, Padua Italy Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Street Food Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Cash Only [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/la.folperia
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4 based on 1248 reviews

La Folperia

Traditional street food in Padua's ancient square, Piazza della Frutta. Like us on fb "La Folperia

Reviewed By keke22

I am sooo glad we made it to La Folperia on this, our fifth visit to Padova. It feels like a well kept secret, this stall that appears late in the afternoon, serves fabulous octopus right next to a nice bar and then fades into the night when the food is finished. Well, once we had found it I made a commitment to visit every evening. Consistent, friendly and very tasty. We will be back!Dear Keke,We are really happy you enjoyed our famous Street Food and we are proud to read your wonderful words about our Service!We are waiting for you for your next visit!Best regards,Max & Barbara

2. Osteria la Ruta

Via Savonarola 122, 35137, Padua Italy Italian, Mediterranean, South American, Central American, Northern-Italian Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Dog Friendly, Family style [email protected] +39 049 730 8079 https://www.facebook.com/osterialaruta/
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4 based on 54 reviews

Osteria la Ruta

Reviewed By Peter2019555

Visited here on our last night, after the convention. We really loved eating here. The fish was fresh, pasta delicious and wine was perfect for every meal we ate there. The black tagliolini with clams were unforgettable and the Pinot Grigio was fabulous. Our waitress Greta was a delight too. Real nice girl, nice Pokémon!

Padua Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Padua

1. Osteria San Leonardo

Via San Pietro 47 Ponte San Leonardo, 35139, Padua Italy Italian, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer [email protected] +39 349 875 7579 http://ostaria-san-leonardo.business.site/
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4 based on 128 reviews

Osteria San Leonardo

our restaurant is located in the heart of the city of Padua and is inserted in a typical neighborhood of small restaurants and taverns, typical Venetian cuisine with refined products coming from our lands and our seas

Reviewed By AlexandriaSion

This should be on every visitors agenda. It is superb.Firstly, it’s non fussy.Secondly, it’s local so you feel integrated. Thirdly, the food is exceptional.Welcoming without pretence; the menu is interesting, not all pasta or pizza.We chose a cheese dish, pear, gorgonzola and walnuts and some other things. It was gooey, tasty and different. We also had peppery mussels as a starter.For mains we chose a risotto, mushroom (porchini) which can be ordered asa single portion. How sensible.We also ordered a t bone ( fiorentino) whichthey said would be about a kilo. Oh yeah, we thought. It was. Tender and cooked as per requested; simply sensational, didn’t need anything, seasoning, nothing.We eat risotto frequently, but this time it was a perfection, creamy, thick, all kernels cooked exactly as you hope it might be. For me, it needed more salt as I eat lots of salt, but it was probably fine as served. So so delicious, will return simply to have another.Staff were busy but considerate, smiley and not slow.Wines were as cheap as chips.Go and enjoy.

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