Paesano's Ristorante Italiano is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

1. Paesano's Ristorante Italiano

8.0
350 W Julian St (Hwy. 87), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Central San Jose · 31 tips and reviews

Kelvin T.Kelvin Tow: The seating here is really good. Try sitting by the windows. You can see cars go by and even people watch as they walk past the restaurant. In terms of the food, the Italian food here is exquisite.

Christina L.Christina Lor: Do not be deceived by reviews, this is not a hole in the wall. It is more of an intimate bistro suited for parties of 2-4 comfortably. Great food & attention to service!

Ariana M.Ariana Moniz: Amazing place. Amazing service. Such a nice atmosphere.

Siena Bistro is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

2. Siena Bistro

8.4
1359 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen · 10 tips and reviews

Jonathan S.Jonathan Schwartz: Great food, nice wine list, dog friendly Thursday nights on patio, great dinner-for-two special on Tuesday nights. Check it out!

Al B.Al B.: Lovely place for a nice date and get their special birthday candle for a celebration :3

Amos B.Amos Ben-Meir: The Sole Almadine is absolutely amazing!

La Pizza & La Pasta is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

3. La Pizza & La Pasta

8.1
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
Italian Restaurant · No tips or reviews
Fratello is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

4. Fratello

7.9
1712 Meridian Ave Ste F (Lenn Dr), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen · 5 tips and reviews

Dave B.Dave B: Don't judge a book by its cover! Had the Gioppino Fratello. now I've travelled all over Italy for work and I'm struggling to remember a better prepared, seasoned and tasty dish as this. Nice staff!!

Jen T.Jen Tersigni: A hidden gem in Willow Glen. The food is fantastic.

Kevin M.Kevin Marks: The new chef has completely overhauled the menu, and it is excellent

Palermo Italian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

5. Palermo Italian Restaurant

7.9
791 Auzerais Ave, San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Central San Jose · 2 tips and reviews

Hard R.Hard Rocker: Can get busy so make a reservation.

Hard R.Hard Rocker: The food is great. Ample parking.

Angelo's is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

6. Angelo's

7.6
436 Blossom Hill Rd (at Snell Ave), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Angela B.Angela Bruzzone: The chicken Alfredo was amazing. The meatballs are the best thing because they literally melt in your mouth. It really is hard to find a good italian place. So glad i went.

Leonard M.Leonard Montgomery: Pizza chicken parm. Meat sauce

Johnny A.Johnny Angleson: I absolutely love the baked rigatoni, lasagna, and meatballs or sausage in marinara sauce! The pizza here is also phenomenal. Great spot for take out to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

Maggiano’s Little Italy is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

7. Maggiano’s Little Italy

7.6
3055 Olin Ave (at S. Winchester Blvd.), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · 98 tips and reviews

Travis T.Travis Tindell: Lasagna was really delicious. You get to take home another pasta for leftovers too! Lots of food for the price.

Jamz Y.Jamz Yaneza: Yum!

Danilo F.Danilo Fernandes: pass wifi: Italy416

Original Joe's is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

8. Original Joe's

7.5
301 S 1st St (at E San Carlos St), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 101 tips and reviews

Mike B.Mike Bobadilla: They have great lunch specials. You can order them 3/4 size. Sirloin tips and risotto on Fridays.

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Meatballs the size of your fist, huge steaks cut by their in-house butcher, and veal scaloppini are among the filling favorites at Original Joe’s. As seen on Food Paradise: Manliest Restaurants. Read more.

KevinKevin: The chicken parmigiana is delicious, but get the right side dishes

Vito's NY Trattoria is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

9. Vito's NY Trattoria

7.6
90 Skyport Dr #170 (Technology Dr), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · North San Jose · 12 tips and reviews

RaeRae: The pasta primavera was loaded with delicious veggies. They'll sub sauces for you too.

Tom W.Tom W.: Great service, plenty of gluten free options.

Louise B.Louise Brandt: Fried calamari, fettuccine Alfredo, seafood Wellington. Service was gracious and friendly.

Tomato Thyme is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

10. Tomato Thyme

7.9
1560 Hamilton Ave (at Meridian Ave), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen · 17 tips and reviews

Kevin M.Kevin Marks: The calamari steak is amazing. Thick, soft, perfectly cooked and delicious.

Derek M.Derek M: I'm a fan of the Brie - chicken - pizza

Sandra V.Sandra Vander Wal: Ask who made the Hollandaise. If it was Cesar, it's going to be the best restaurant Hollandaise you've ever had. Citrusy and amazing.

Chiaramontes Deli & Sausage is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

11. Chiaramontes Deli & Sausage

7.4
609 N 13th St (Jackson St), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 5 tips and reviews

Domingo C.Domingo Castellanos: 4th generation deli. Been operating for 101 years! Great place. Have anything with the pepperoni or spicy sausage. Delicious. Big portions.

Ryan O.Ryan Ota: Great sausages made in house. Can't decide? Get the sandwich with 2 different sausages

ScottScott: Double sausage on sourdough OMG!!

Vin Santo Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

12. Vin Santo Ristorante

7.4
1346 Lincoln Ave (at Minnesota Ave.), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen · 11 tips and reviews

Benito M.Benito Mussolini: Good food lasagna to die for it all fresh ravioli are amazing house specialty wild boar mmmmmmmm

LouieLouie: Try the Risotto Al Granchio - Lobster sauce, Dungeness crab meat, saffron, peas, snow crab legs.

Rayanne V.Rayanne Van Praag: I love this place... empolyees are great, the owners are greatt but best of alll the foood is amazing

Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizza is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

13. Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizza

7.6
1445 Foxworthy Ave (at Cherry Ave), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen South-Lincoln Glen · 29 tips and reviews

Andrew S.Andrew Sandler: Neighborhood pizza and Italian joint. Part of the Frankie, Johnnie, and Luigi group. Pizza is a great thickness and has a nice chew

Kunal M.Kunal Mehta: Chocolate cake is amazing.

Terry D.Terry Drymonacos: Veal parmesan was good. The penne calabrese was yummy.

Tomatina is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

14. Tomatina

7.4
5245 Prospect Rd (Saratoga), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews

Rose G.Rose Gluck: This place is amazing, so honored I was here for the soft opening! Try the Margherita pizza, it has hand pulled mozz... yum!

Tomatina R.Tomatina Restaurant: Come out for our newest happy hour Monday through Friday from 3-6pm for some new bar bites and drink specials.

Deniz K.Deniz Karaca: Tiramisu is a must try!

Al Castello Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in San Jose.

15. Al Castello Ristorante

7.7
3155 S Bascom Ave (at Camden Ave), Campbell, CA
Italian Restaurant · White Oak · 12 tips and reviews

Mary M.Mary Matlack: House specialty Gnocci Pesto and housemade Tiramisu. You can't go wrong.

Adrian L.Adrian Liu: Homemade lasagna is a must!

Travis M.Travis Maeda: Don't fill up on the bread!!!