Korea's 10 Best Italian Restaurants in Bupyeong

A local favorite where sauces are simmered daily and fresh dough is cut to order, Oklm speaks in textures: ribbons with a lively bite, scallops seared to a caramel edge, and lasagna that disappears early when you hesitate. Expect clean aromas of good olive oil and butter, plates that arrive neatly glossed, and a menu that shifts with the chef’s curiosity.

• Order this: Scallop oil pasta or the house lasagna when available. Arrive early on weekends to avoid sell-outs.

A cozy, date-friendly spot loved by locals and station-hoppers alike, SELLS pairs thoughtful wines with confident flavors, from a refreshing cold pasta to juicy pork jowl and seasonal bites. The owner-chef cooks everything personally, so dishes feel dialed-in and polished without losing warmth.

• Order this: SELLS cold pasta to start, then grilled pork jowl with wild chives alongside a glass of chilled white.

A few turns from the main street, DIGGITY is where regulars settle in for warmly paced courses and pastas that balance richness with lift. The cooking is gentle and precise, creating those tiny moments when a sauce’s aroma reaches you a second before the first bite.

• Order this: The seasonal pasta course; ask the team for their favorite pairing of the day.

Just beyond Bupyeong, this small, softly lit room is cherished by locals for relaxed wine nights and Italian-leaning plates that feel personal. Pastas are cooked with care and shared neatly, making it great for low-key celebrations.

• Order this: A pasta and a bottle to split; ask for a balanced lineup if you’re new to the menu.

If Oklm is the neighborhood’s pasta atelier, Villa is its wood-fired heartbeat. Pizzas rise with a soft, airy rim and blistered freckles, while fresh noodles carry seasonal sauces with a springy, memorable chew. The room glows warmly, the wine list nudges conversation, and plates arrive with just-so plating.

• Order this: A canotto pie and any fresh pasta special; pair with a chillable red or natural white.

A short ride from Bupyeong, Eiffery is where a Michelin-star–seasoned chef turns out clean, fragrant plates and textbook desserts. Think tender octopus, glossy abalone pasta, and a tiramisu that perfumes the table with cocoa and espresso as it lands.

• Order this: Abalone pasta, octopus steak, and tiramisu, then let the chef suggest wines by the glass.

A roomy, comfortable dining room that locals book for birthdays and family meals, with pastas that over-deliver and pizzas with a pastry-like chew. The energy feels celebratory without getting loud, and sets can be tailored to suit the table.

• Order this: Shrimp ragu oil pasta as a house favorite, a just-baked pizza, and fan blade steak to share.

A buzzy stop for locals and Incheon visitors, this pie master’s Chicago-style pizzas pull you in with buttery crust fragrance and a molten, saucy core. It’s indulgent, shareable, and best with friends who won’t mind a photo before the cheese stretch.

• Order this: Classic Chicago with a bright side salad to cut through the richness.

Born from a young-chef team, BBOKSIKDANG is the friendly Italian everyone can rally behind. Think generous portions, approachable flavors, and plates that hit the sweet spot for casual dates and group meet-ups.

• Order this: A set of pasta and mains for the table; ask about seasonal items that rotate in.

Round out your Bupyeong crawl with feel-good plates that bridge Italian comfort and everyday cravings. Rosé pasta, pilaf, and crisp tonkatsu make it an easy pick for mixed tastes, while the staff keeps the vibe bright and friendly.

• Order this: Rosé pasta as a signature, plus pilaf or tonkatsu to share for contrast.