I have there several times, and I have eaten the risotto with shrimp that I love. Also shrimp oreganata which is very good too. About the atmosphere is pleasant the same the service. I recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lola
Wanted to try legitimate Italian food for valentines and this was the best choice ❣️.Food and ambience were both splendid.Making a reservation was easy and waiter was accommodating and polite.Prices are very affordable for such big food portions ??️.
christopher olsen
I will just say as a vegan...... It wasn't very accommodating....... I was there for a funeral dinner...... Would not go again
Kevin Plaskett
The chicken was dry and lacked flavor, overall is was unimpressive, I wouldn’t return, had the chicken marsala. The bread was just plain, nothing special. Vespa is right down the street and is much better for the same price.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Edward K.
Had birthday party and was promised the whole front room but he has other customers in the room so the seating was not adequate very uncomfortable food was okay but the appetizers were very scarce some in the party received nothing' the owner is very friendly I just wish he would update the restaurant and improve the health score
This place is best for the older Italian crowd who loves live music. We ended up going to Vespa (more modern & chic) . I can't say too much about the food bc I didn't get to try it but based on everyone's plate, it wasn't giving. My MIL, my niece, & sis in law was like yeah no Not going to lie the lady & guy dining were great energy but it was covers and they were in the floor vs on a stage out of the crowds walkway. The speakers were right next to tables so it was quite loud when she tried to hit a note. I will say everyone enjoyed it and I was enjoying the music but the ambiance was best for older birthdays which a few we're celebrating. I think it's a great local Italian family business & maybe if it wasn't so loud that evening we would've tried it out. The only hang up is that there wasn't too much variety on the menu but you can tell it was authentic many dishes had peas in them lol. I'm not a pea person and I didn't want to ask them not to do it. So we just left. Please try if you're here.
Nina M.
This Italian restaurant is a gem; we went yesterday for lunch for the first time with my family ; the service was quick and friendly, we had Mike as waiter he was great! food was delicious and prices are reasonable; we wanted to stay longer but we were worried about the 2 hour parking other than that we want to go back.
Made a reservation last week for a funeral party for today at 11:15 am. Family coming in from out of town as well. We arrived at the restaurant to find it not open, lights off and no staff in sight. Waited about 25 minutes and no one showed up - all while calling the number - to try to get a hold of someone. Our party of 20 left and went to another restaurant. When I called later this afternoon to find out what happened I spoke to one of the main people and they had the wrong time for the reservation and insisted someone was there at 11:20. The lights were completely off and even if you had a reservation at 11:45 (which we didn’t) you would think the staff would be preparing hours before hand - typical of any restaurant. The staff didn’t sound remorseful at all when I called and didn’t even remember at first that there was a reservation on the books. Do yourself a favor and pick another restaurant to celebrate at because they are not organized at all. To make matters worse one of our party got a parking ticket in the restaurants lot - which was a spot they were allowed to park in.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Suzy B.
We just had my In-laws birthday and 50th Anniversary celebration here and it was fabulous!! Everyone was so accommodating and bent over backwards for us every step of the way! The atmosphere was beautiful and the food was absolutely delicious!! Everyone raved about each course and the staff was super attentive! This is not only a great spot to have a party but it's also a wonderful place to have dinner! So many guests who have never been before said they would definitely come back for dinner on a separate occasion now!! We cannot say enough about how lovely a time we had! If you're considering having an event here the Venice package was dynamite and the service was top notch!! I highly recommend dining at this restaurant! You won't be disappointed!!
Katherine S.
My family and I visited this restaurant as a group of 25 following a funeral service. The restaurant was accommodating to our large reservation, and service was quick and friendly. They have a large dining room with plenty of seating, but parking was a little complicated for those of us not from Farmingdale.Before the meal we were served bread and butter which was nice, though oil and spices would have been a nice touch for an Italian restaurant. Everyone in the party enjoyed their meal - I personally had the Farfalle Al Pesto which was amazing! We will definitely be back the next time we're in town.
Stacey
The food was plenty and delicious. The service was good - they didn’t hover over you but was at hand when needed. The allowed us to sit after the meal just to talk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Francese, Cannoli
M Joseph
Went for a graduation party and wow we were pleasantly surprised by this little hidden gem. Everything was fantastic from the appetizers right to the dessert. The interior is very quaint and rustic, a great spot to enjoy a quiet meal. The service was great. The food was spectacular and did I mention the portions and pricing??? Huge portions that are reasonably priced. We will definitely be going back. So glad we found this place.
Without a doubt it is the best restaurant I have been to not only for the service but also for the dishes. I would return every day of my life. ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had my granddaughters christening party here & it was perfect.I highly recommend this place for a party & for dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake, Chicken Francese, Stuffed Veal Chop, Chicken Marsala, Alfredo, Shrimp Oreganata, Penne Alla Vodka, Eggplant Rollatini, Pollo Francese, Ceaser Salad
I have there several times, and I have eaten the risotto with shrimp that I love. Also shrimp oreganata which is very good too. About the atmosphere is pleasant the same the service. I recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wanted to try legitimate Italian food for valentines and this was the best choice ❣️.Food and ambience were both splendid.Making a reservation was easy and waiter was accommodating and polite.Prices are very affordable for such big food portions ??️.
I will just say as a vegan...... It wasn't very accommodating....... I was there for a funeral dinner...... Would not go again
The chicken was dry and lacked flavor, overall is was unimpressive, I wouldn’t return, had the chicken marsala. The bread was just plain, nothing special. Vespa is right down the street and is much better for the same price.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Had birthday party and was promised the whole front room but he has other customers in the room so the seating was not adequate very uncomfortable food was okay but the appetizers were very scarce some in the party received nothing' the owner is very friendly I just wish he would update the restaurant and improve the health score
Best italian food in farmingdale!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Francese, Pollo Francese, Ceaser Salad
This place is best for the older Italian crowd who loves live music. We ended up going to Vespa (more modern & chic) . I can't say too much about the food bc I didn't get to try it but based on everyone's plate, it wasn't giving. My MIL, my niece, & sis in law was like yeah no Not going to lie the lady & guy dining were great energy but it was covers and they were in the floor vs on a stage out of the crowds walkway. The speakers were right next to tables so it was quite loud when she tried to hit a note. I will say everyone enjoyed it and I was enjoying the music but the ambiance was best for older birthdays which a few we're celebrating. I think it's a great local Italian family business & maybe if it wasn't so loud that evening we would've tried it out. The only hang up is that there wasn't too much variety on the menu but you can tell it was authentic many dishes had peas in them lol. I'm not a pea person and I didn't want to ask them not to do it. So we just left. Please try if you're here.
This Italian restaurant is a gem; we went yesterday for lunch for the first time with my family ; the service was quick and friendly, we had Mike as waiter he was great! food was delicious and prices are reasonable; we wanted to stay longer but we were worried about the 2 hour parking other than that we want to go back.
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Made a reservation last week for a funeral party for today at 11:15 am. Family coming in from out of town as well. We arrived at the restaurant to find it not open, lights off and no staff in sight. Waited about 25 minutes and no one showed up - all while calling the number - to try to get a hold of someone. Our party of 20 left and went to another restaurant. When I called later this afternoon to find out what happened I spoke to one of the main people and they had the wrong time for the reservation and insisted someone was there at 11:20. The lights were completely off and even if you had a reservation at 11:45 (which we didn’t) you would think the staff would be preparing hours before hand - typical of any restaurant. The staff didn’t sound remorseful at all when I called and didn’t even remember at first that there was a reservation on the books. Do yourself a favor and pick another restaurant to celebrate at because they are not organized at all. To make matters worse one of our party got a parking ticket in the restaurants lot - which was a spot they were allowed to park in.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We just had my In-laws birthday and 50th Anniversary celebration here and it was fabulous!! Everyone was so accommodating and bent over backwards for us every step of the way! The atmosphere was beautiful and the food was absolutely delicious!! Everyone raved about each course and the staff was super attentive! This is not only a great spot to have a party but it's also a wonderful place to have dinner! So many guests who have never been before said they would definitely come back for dinner on a separate occasion now!! We cannot say enough about how lovely a time we had! If you're considering having an event here the Venice package was dynamite and the service was top notch!! I highly recommend dining at this restaurant! You won't be disappointed!!
My family and I visited this restaurant as a group of 25 following a funeral service. The restaurant was accommodating to our large reservation, and service was quick and friendly. They have a large dining room with plenty of seating, but parking was a little complicated for those of us not from Farmingdale.Before the meal we were served bread and butter which was nice, though oil and spices would have been a nice touch for an Italian restaurant. Everyone in the party enjoyed their meal - I personally had the Farfalle Al Pesto which was amazing! We will definitely be back the next time we're in town.
The food was plenty and delicious. The service was good - they didn’t hover over you but was at hand when needed. The allowed us to sit after the meal just to talk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Francese, Cannoli
Went for a graduation party and wow we were pleasantly surprised by this little hidden gem. Everything was fantastic from the appetizers right to the dessert. The interior is very quaint and rustic, a great spot to enjoy a quiet meal. The service was great. The food was spectacular and did I mention the portions and pricing??? Huge portions that are reasonably priced. We will definitely be going back. So glad we found this place.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5