50 Best Italian Restaurants near Kew Gardens Hills

“Pizza 🍕 is delicious 😋! Crispy...just the way I love 💕 it!“

“I can't get over how good and consistent Gino's is. The homemade crust has a lot to do with it, I'm sure. I live in Manhattan and can't seem to find a good pizza shop, but I work in Queens and I frequent Gino's often. They have a pretty wide selection beyond pizza and everything I have tried (which is about everything) is fantastic and tastes just as good each time I order it. They also make a very solid capaccino. There's a family-run vibe and the staff are always friendly and eager to help with whatever. Thanks, Gino's!“

“Overall, I liked the place and would go back. The place is welcoming and has a great menu filled with lots of varieties. I ordered 2 slices with some toppings and the crust was crispy with fresh toppings. The only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five is that I found the sauce to be a bit on the sweeter side for my taste. But, highly recommended“

“My husband and I have been going to Daphne’s since we moved back to Brooklyn. While food and service have been excellent without fail, Jackie is who keeps us coming back month after month. Her warmth, kindness, and knowledge are unparalleled, and we can’t imagine having a better time at dinner with anyone else.“

“We had our wedding at Rialto and couldn’t imagine a perfect ceremony and reception.

Dominic and the Rialto team were incredible. Super attentive and went out of their way to make sure our day was as special as can be.

We have no idea how but they managed to make sure the food was always fresh and hot when served, even the branzino, which is not easy to do all at once for ~75 people. Seriously impressive.

They really outdid themselves and we will definitely come back to Rialto for dinner which now holds a special place in our hearts. ❤“

“Had a fabulous first time at Il Gigante. Sat at the bar - shout out to Matthew and Kayla for taking such good care of us. Great ambience, not too loud, but still a fun atmosphere. Food was exceptional. The pasta and all the ingredients were fresh and portion sizes were hefty! Great price for the food and drinks. Just all around fabulous! Cheers!!!“

“Food is yummy! My go to place in Brooklyn! Coda is excellent and the flatbread are also yummy! The Sangiovese red wine on tap is also nice! Highly recommend and make reservations in the weekend“

“everything. food is delicious!“

“Fun indoor/outdoor dining environment and delicious food make for a nice night out!“

“the food is phenomenal and the decor transports you out of the Bronx“

“It’s great place with very delicious pasta and artesanal pizza! 🍝🍕“

“We used to frequent the Astoria location which was always so great. The new Manhattan location is no different. Somewhat smaller, but just very cozy and very nice looking. Amazing food as always. The flavors and taste are just the best. No matter what you order you will not go wrong. The service is top notch and Rocco and his staff are just the best at what they do. Just go, you won't regret it.“

“A wonderful restaurant - delicious food, wine, marvelous service. Thank you“

“We sat outside. Our party was served quickly and efficiently. Food was very good.“

“We had a great experience learning how to make pasta! The food was so delicious. This would be something fun to do with a group or family members. Our waiter Mica was fantastic as well as the chef who taught us Anthony. Thanks guys for a fun night in NYC!“

“Enjoyed a wonderful meal outdoors Saturday night. Waiter was attentive, food was delicious and atmosphere was quaint. Would definitely plan to be back again.“

“Experimentar o Amaro é uma experiência divertida!“

“It’s a restaurant that’s reminds me of my childhood and my early Twenties that was my go to Italian restaurant. I loved everything about this place and enjoyed the great food. I took my wife to celebrate our birthday together and talked about how amazing it was growing up in this neighborhood.“

“Loved the rich, traditional atmosphere and the valet parking made life so easy! We had a table of about 20, and we all received great service throughout the dinner. The cold antipasto, homemade ravioli, pork chop parm with potatoes and green bean sides, and chocolate mousse were all so dang good!“

“The atmosphere and service were outstanding. We only went for desert and coffee. The chocolate cake was amazing. A couple we vacationed with has eaten dinner there 2 nights before and said how amazing the food was. One of the staff members even gave us a personal tour and history of the building. Will be back to Brooklyn and will definitely come back.“

“5 days in NY, spent 2 nights dining in this restaurant.. Like it love it ! Great food nice people ! Thx for the experience, greetings from Belgium.“

“So freaking good. Came here for the first time after watching the owners journey online. We got the mortadella sandwich and the Sicilian tuna—all divine. I’m gluten free and asked if they could put the tuna on a bed of greens and they did 10/10!! Would highly recommend. Also the staff was super helpful and accommodating.“

“We’ve gone several times, and it is always worth it! Food is great and the service is always above par. The owner, Arthur, is an amazing host and really makes sure everything is to your liking. His brother, the chef, not only makes spectacular food (including fresh bread!) but also the best limoncello. The sauce is made from tomatoes grown and distributed by their family in O
Italy, which aligns with the authenticity and quality of the food. Already counting down to our next visit!“

“best goddamn eggplant parm sandwich I’ve ever had they also carry canned DOP San Marzanos and jarred Calabrian chilis; if you know you know“

“THE best Italian cuisine in NYC. Period. Bring the crew and make sure to order the butternut squash tortelli and bottle of Lambrusco.“

“The fact that they welcome you at the entrance In Italian is a good sign.
Amazing food, decent prices, specially for cocktails and drinks in general, I appreciate they don’t intent to overcharge you
Service is amazing, we celebrate a birthday and they sang and so on. Very cute 🥰

Thank you so much guys , will definitely come back again.

Ps : caccio e peppe is a must if you like creamy pasta.“

“Look on Yelp for an extensive review.“

“Today was our second time here and from start to end this place was outstanding, the drinks were so refreshing, the grill octopus as an appetizer was so tender and yummy, the entree and deserts, all very good !“

“Great atmosphere. The food is fresh and tastes delicious! The staff is attentive and friendly.“

“A wonderful dining experience“

“I love the wait staff and the owner was extremely attentive to the patrons. I will definitely be back“

“We hosted a reception following our wedding ceremony at Pizzette and it was the perfect venue. The restaurant held ~70 guests comfortably, the food was delicious, the servers were very kind and attentive, and our contact at the restaurant was incredibly responsive and easy to work with leading up to the event. We would recommend this space to anyone looking for a private event space! Or for a yummy bite to eat in the neighborhood.“

“Absolutely adore coming here. The service is attentive but not overbearing. The food is top notch with great selections. It’s a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion, or just to treat yourself. The manager Pure is friendly, and Gian who has been our waiter the last two times is wonderful. Top notch place.“

“Recommended.“

“By far the best Italian in Astoria. Yes, it's very pricey (full on Manhattan prices) but it's a rare instance where you're paying for real quality.

Mushroom risotto with truffle was excellent, perfectly al dente, and not overpowering with the truffle. The ravioli were super delicate and definitely made fresh in house. Pricing at $32 and $38 is pretty nuts for a plate of pasta, but they were very good.

For appetizers, the calamari was clearly fresh, lightly breaded, and perfectly fried, and the meatballs were moist and tender.

Timing between the courses was great; enough time to digest and enjoy the meal with no rush.

Dessert - tiramisu and panna cotta - was fine but nothing special and overpriced at $14 a pop. I'd skip it next time.

All in all an excellent, albeit very expensive, meal and without a doubt the best Italian in Astoria.“

“Great Food and great service! Buffalo chicken slice is the go-to!“

“One word DIABLO !!!🙏❤️ Frost Beer was ice cold !!!“

“Came here with my mom, who is very very hard to please, and she left saying this is the best Italian she’s had in her 28 years in New York. Great portion sizes, prices, and very fresh ingredients. Could not recommend this place more!“

“Good quality pizza but I took a star out because the price of the pizza and overall has been increasing drastically. The pizza went up from $3 to $4 and got smaller . And then the small salad from $4 to $5.50 Unbelievable 🤦🏻‍♀️“

“Everything is great. Coming here over 25 yes. One thing I noticed who's overall incharge he is no Tony. And never will be. Stained tablecloth oil bottle on table dirty and greasy. Dirty windows. Tony would never have put up with that. I also miss his cooking. It's the little things. But Tony would never put up with this. Everything had to be perfect.“

“Tried it for the first time. Oxtail pappardelle and amatriciana were ridiculously good - pasta and the sauces were excellent. Fior di zucca starter was also perfectly fried and super cheesy with ricotta. Service was efficient and friendly. Id venture to say best italian in Bed Stuy - people complaining about portion size - here it was all about quality and we left very satisfied! Had to walk back home to digest the meal. Recommend 💯“

“If you go in New York absolutely you have to go to taste the food in La voglia restaurant. I recommend to everyone.“

“Incredible espresso, desserts, authentic Sicilian specialties. Great place with amazing quality food.“

“i enjoyed the city feel inside this gem of a restaurant, the dining experience, was super friendly and very accommodating, I enjoyed a delicious salad followed with cacio e pepe, definitely coming back.“

“Outstanding restaurant. A hidden gem in Hamilton Heights. Great ambiance and the food is far beyond anything uptown. Reasonable prices for the quality of the food. Our go-to restaurant...lucky to have a restaurant of this quality in our neighborhood.“

“I stopped by Lex Restaurant hoping for a relaxed meal, and it turned out to be a great choice. The atmosphere felt cozy without being too formal, which made it easy to settle in. My food arrived fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor. The portions were satisfying, and the service was attentive throughout my visit. It felt like a reliable neighborhood spot where you can enjoy a comfortable meal without any hassle.“

“Our recent private family birthday bash at Manducatis Rustica was wonderful! I can not thank Gianna enough for her time in planning the menu and offering to prepare anything my family likes. The food was delicious and abundant , the staff was attentive and kind, the tables were set beautifully. It was like being in my own home -warm and friendly without me doing all the work . I will be returning for dinner often! Bravo to Gianna and all her staff at Manducatis Rustica !“

“Wife and I flew into JFK late one Friday. We were famished , it was 1030 by the time we got to Arthur Ave.. We parked and walked , came upon people eating alfresco. We asked if any place was still serving. The "MAN" Vic asked what we would like, from one of the tables. In no time we had a bottle of Vino Tinto in front of us and people were making us try food they were dining on. I felt like I was at my friends ,' THE PIAZZAS " house. The food was excellent and the people better. Can not wait to go back !“

“Love the food, the owners support the community and their staff is very friendly and welcoming“