Of the few restaurants in Nanjing that get Italian food right, Ciao Italia may be one of the best. The owner is from Italy and the restaurant has a menu full of delicious Italian fare. With bruschetta to start, proper Caesar salads, calzones, and pages of different kinds of pasta, those needing to satisfy their Italian cravings should head to Ciao Italia. Located just behind the Sheraton Kingsley and in the Sun Bay area, the restaurant is tucked away from the busy streets of Nanjing. The tables are always full and it’s a popular dinning place for foreigners and Chinese alike. While the service can be hit or miss, the decorum a bit off and the rivalry for the best Italian food in Nanjing can be a tough call, those looking for a hearty, filling Italian meal with undoubtedly find it at Ciao Italia.