mercato LIC
$$ • Italian Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout mercato LIC
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mercato LIC Reviews
110 ratings
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Even a harsh food critic would enjoy this place. Flavors great, service was prompt, and prices predictable. I will return.
Bruschetta and margarita pizza were the highlights of my meal. The eggplant dip that comes with the bread basket is also incredibly delicious. The carbonara was okay.
The food was pretty neutral, nothing wowed me. The definition of 'servicable'. I have nothing bad, or particularly positive to say about it either other than the service was very good.
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 12 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 12 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 10PM |
| Friday | 12 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 10PM |
Mercato LIC is an Italian gem and a perfect neighborhood spot. This place is absolutely amazing, offering a wonderful dining experience with hospitable and friendly service. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere, making it feel like home. The restaurant is an excellent option in the Hunters Point neighborhood, conveniently located within the community.
Mercato is a go-to for happy hour, which runs Monday through Sunday, featuring a selection of wines and amazing goat cheese cicchette. The food receives high praise, with many dishes described as the best versions of themselves. Specific recommendations include the ham pizza with its thin, crispy crust, salty ham, and rich cheese, perfectly paired with a fresh and crisp vegetable salad with the right dressing. Other standout dishes mentioned are fritto misto, eggplant rollatini, gnocchi, carbonara, and ravioli, with particular appreciation for the sauce. The ingredients are fresh, and the flavors are authentic. The service is consistently described as top-notch, personable, and pleasant, with staff remembering guests and being sweet to their dogs when seated outside. Guests never feel rushed, even staying until close. The food and wine are considered to die for, and many plan to return often.