Syracuse, NY
For Italian in Syracuse, the local food press points to Pastabilities, Francesca's Cucina, and Avicolli's Coal Fire. Picks from Visit Syracuse and Table Hopping, updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Visit Syracuse and Table Hopping. Updated July 2026.
Pastabilities · Armory Square
The Armory Square landmark famous nationally for its Spicy Hot Tomato Oil, homemade pasta, and wood-fired pies.
Francesca's Cucina · Downtown
Family-owned downtown Italian with homemade pasta and traditional dishes given a modern twist.
Avicolli's Coal Fire · Liverpool
Chicken Riggies Alla Vodka: chicken and hot cherry peppers in vodka sauce over mezza rigatoni with asiago.
Santangelo's Restaurant · Liverpool
A family-owned mainstay of 30-plus years for the classic Syracuse chicken riggies.
Strada Mia 313 · Syracuse
A modern CNY Italian kitchen where chicken riggies turn up on the brunch menu too.
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