There are so many Italian restaurants around us, but where can we get the best Italian restaurants in KL? Let me list some of it for you.
Although we live in Malaysia that has varieties and options of food from many different kinds of races, it is hard to not want and adore the taste of foreign countries’ food most of the time. Our country is also quite developed that allows many developments to happen, including having luxurious and fancy Italian restaurants around us. Back then, the interior of restaurants was not something that customers would mind. But now, apart from the quality of food and services, the interior and the ambiance of the restaurant could make the customers wish to come back and give good reviews of the restaurant. Since there are many Italian restaurants you can find around you, I am going to list the top 5 best Italian restaurants in KL that you can go to with your loved ones.
1) Portofino – Ristorante Italiano
Portofino is an authentic Italian Restaurant that gives you the taste of the traditional dishes you can find in Italy with all the good quality ingredients. From me and my friends’ personal experiences, we truly enjoyed our time there, and the quality of the food we received on both of those days blew our minds away. It was really that good. Thus, if you are looking for a place to try Italian food, you can definitely try this place first, but bear in mind that this place will set your expectations on how good Italian food is supposed to be.
Specialties
Some of the specialties that are suggested and recommended at these Portofino’s restaurants are including The Tiramisu, Seafood Ravioli, and Seafood Risotto. Other than that, they also serve other food that you can choose over their buffet and ala carte’s menus. But I think you should definitely try out their pasta.
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Portofino Bangsar Lucky Garden
Opening Hours:
Address: No 1, Persiaran Ara Kiri, Lucky Garden, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contact Number: +6 016-775 2387
Email: [email protected]
Portofino Bangsar South, The Sphere
Opening Hours:
Address: No 1, Avenue 1, Bangsar South City, The Sphere, Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact Number: +6 016697 9741
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://portofino.my/
2) La Risata – Bar Pizzeria Ristorante

Another Italian restaurant you could check out is La Risata. For your information, La Risata means “the laughter”. The founder of this Italian restaurant had officially opened this restaurant in 1996 and they are quite known by the locals for all the options available of the authentic Italian dishes. If you are thinking of getting pizza from the traditional way of using the wood-fired oven thin, this is your best option.
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Some of the recommended dishes you can get from La Risata including their salad which is Insalata D’Anatra E Arancio that you can get for RM27, their Australian Grilled rib-eye steak Costata Di Manzo Alla Griglia, and Five Flavours Pizza that you can mix your choice and share it among your friends and families.
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La Risata, Ampang.
Opening Hours: Lunch Hour (12:00 pm to 2:30 pm)
Dinner Hour (6:30 pm to 10:30 pm)
Address: 16, Persiaran Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur.
Contact Number: +6 03 4252 6269
Email: [email protected]
La Risata, Bukit Damansara.
Opening Hours: Lunch Hour (12:00 pm to 2:30 pm)
Dinner Hour (6:30 pm to 10:30 pm)
Address: 128, Jalan Kasah, Medan Damansara, 50490, Kuala Lumpur.
Contact Number: +6 03 20959572
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.la-risata.com/
3) NERO NERO – Vibrant Italian Cuisine
Moving on to the next Italian restaurant that might make your lunch hour, dinner, or an evening catching up enjoyable would be the Nero Nero. You can find this restaurant in DC Mall, Damansara City which is located in the middle of Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur. Apart from their food, Nero Nero made sure that their customers would have an amazing experience in their Italian restaurant with their interior such as black and white checkered floors, and indoor fountain centerpiece as decorative elements.
Specialties
Unlike many other restaurants, apart from some of the dishes that are recommended by their customers, Nero Nero also provides different kinds of menus for you to check out depending on the festive seasons and planned out events that they might have at their Italian restaurant such as Valentine’s, Christmas’ dishes, and so much more. In these menus, you can get any dishes that they have specifically chosen to make your celebrations more exciting.
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Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday
12:00 noon to 3:30 pm – A la carte menu
3:30 pm to 6:00 pm – pizza & dessert only
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm – A la carte menu
Saturday & Sunday
12:00 noon to 10:00 pm – A la carte menu
Address: L3-02, DC Mall, Damansara City, 6 Jalan Damanlela, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, WP, Malaysia
Contact Number: +6019 667 4546
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.neronero-dc3.com/
4) Villa Danieli @ Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur
Meanwhile, Villa Daniela is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, which is the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur. Many people love this place because of the ambiance, food, and services. Right after the customers stepped into the restaurant, the waiters and waitress will serve them complementary foods after the customers have made their orders. They have been featured in papers and articles for their well-known 5 star restaurant. It is recommended to have your anniversary, wedding or any kinds of celebrations here at Villa Danieli. Don’t worry for anyone who would like to try out this place, because it is muslim-friendly.
Specialties
Apart from their complimentary food, you can also try their Rigatoni Pasta which you can get for Rm48. Other than that, they have Aglio Olio e Peperoncino, the basic Aglio Olio, Piemontese, Margharita, Diavola if you’re up for some pizza.
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Opening Hours:
*Monday Closed
Tuesday-Saturday
12:00 pm to 2:30 pm
6:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Sunday
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
6:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Address: Level 5, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Contact Number: 03-2717 9922
Email: [email protected]
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There you go, some of the recommended and best italian restaurants you can get in KL! Grab this chance, to celebrate any celebrations with your loved ones, while enjoying being served with 5 star services, and high quality of Italian dishes. But if you’re looking for other places to celebrate, maybe you’re not down for Italian, you can check out Top 10 French Restaurants in KL here.
Make your booking and Buon appetite!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Italian Restaurants
A wide range of ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, cereals, cheeses, meats, and seafood, are frequently utilised in Italian cuisine. The most popular foodstuffs in the North of Italy are fish, potatoes, rice, corn (maize), sausages, pork, and various kinds of cheese.
The knife stays in the right hand while the fork stays in the left hand when eating in Italy. When the meal is over, the knife and fork are placed across the right side of the plate parallel to one another, with the fork tines facing down.
Italian food is well-liked since it is delectable, genuine, and nutritious. The traditional recipes for this cuisine have been handed down through the years and are now standard fare.
Italian menus contain five distinct sections. An appetizer, first course, second course, and a side dish make up a typical complete dinner.
The food looks even more vibrant and enticing when they use vibrant colours. The good news is that Italian cuisine is renowned for its vibrant colours, which denote fresh ingredients, and mouthwatering flavours.