50 Best Italian Restaurants near Plainview

“I had dinner at Salute with my friends last night (Friday evening). The food was delicious from appetizers to dessert we enjoyed every bite. They serve large portions. We took half of it home. The drinks were amazing. The hardest part was deciding what to eat. There were so many choices on the menu. All mouth watering! The staff were so friendly and attentive they make you feel like family. The place was packed with people of all ages. The live music was so good, couple got up and started dancing others sang along. Salute at Plainview is a great place to meet friends, meet for a romantic date, or simple stop by my yourself when you rather be with a community of people who always make you feel welcome and very special.“

“Delicious food, great cocktails & the service & staff is very good !“

“Good food good service - always a pleasure“

“I don’t usually leave reviews but I just had to in this case. Pantano’s of Plainview catered my baby shower this past weekend. The food was amazing!! Three days later and I'm still getting texts complimenting the food. Gian Luca and his staff made everything so so easy, from the amount of food I would need to what to actually order to the sides and extra sauces; everything was perfect. With such a busy day, that was one thing I didn't have to worry and stress about. I highly recommend!“

“Best pizza place in town. I can't recommend them enough. The food is delicious. Order. Order. Order.“

“Great food Great business and they do the little things that make a good business“

“Friendly and accommodating. Quick pick up and food was hot and delicious. Highly recommend you try this. Certainly a bright spot in these trying times. Let’s support our favorite restaurant 🍴🧑🏻‍🍳“

“Amazing dining! Delicious Caesar salad and grilled chicken! Most spectacular staff, and a wonderful dining experience time after time. Tony is the absolute best!!!“

“It was a Friday evening and they were super busy but I stick it out and the pizza they made me was delicious. I know it was rough for them all, but I appreciate their efforts to keep doing the best they could despite the circumstances. Thanks again!“

“pass it every night on my way home from work. and decided to meet a friend there sat night. my parents come from Italy and I spent all my summers there as a kid. it is the closes I have ever had to pizza in Italy, my only very small complain is. I wish maybe a few more choices for apps.“

“What a great restaurant! Angelo and Oscar run a tight ship. Can’t wait to revisit.“

“We had an incredible dinner. The service was impeccable and the food delicious.“

“Ficarra really blew me away. The place is stylish, classy, and has such a great atmosphere.

I’m a huge Italian food lover, but I rarely write restaurant reviews. I’ve been to plenty of Italian restaurants, including places with thousands of reviews, and usually leave feeling like something was missing. But here, everything was just right. The food was perfect, and the service was absolutely fantastic.

It’s rare to find an Italian restaurant this good on Long Island. Highly recommend!“

“We had our daughter’s first birthday here and they knocked it out of the park. Anthony and John and the rest of the staff are awesome. Food was incredible. Highly recommended!“

“This gem of a restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy dinner with family and friends. The music level is perfect to converse to and what great music too! The food is delicious and plentiful. But what makes George White so special is the staff. The owner and waitstaff are generous and friendly and you kind of wish they'd join you for dinner! Love this place. On our list of a regular place to go.“

“Amazing baked clams!!! Amazing Drinks!!“

“Food and the service was awesome. Reasonably priced. Relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Great restaurant. Awesome food and service. Can get loud and crowded on the weekend“

“They always have great bands.“

“They renovated recently and I wonder if the place changed hands. The ambience and food have lost some old world Italian charm and depth. Everything was very good but we went there previously because it was phenomenal. It was just good this time. It's all relative I suppose.“

“The owner is great, the bartenders are great, Kerry the manager is so kind and nice and accommodating. The food is delicious; there’s too much food there’s always at least two meals for each order the food that you make. The overall ambience is fun as the patrons that frequent this restaurant are regulars. There’s just a homey and fun tinge to this Bellmore Classic.“

“Wonderful lunch ! Delicious food and very reasonable. Moses our waiter was so kind an attentive. He made our visit extra special. Booking my birthday lunch , can’t wait.“

“Atlantic Pizzeria on Atlantic Ave in Freeport NY- It was my first time visiting this restaurant today and though I don’t normally write reviews, I felt compelled to state what a wonderful establishment! My daughter, who is very shy, spilled a drink in there and the workers replaced it immediately at no charge and cleaned it up right away! As a parent, this meant the world to me because I did not want her to feel uncomfortable.. thank you and we will be back! Please support!“

“We lucked upon this lovely place when staying in a nearby hotel due to a canceled flight. I highly recommend the burrata appetizer; our other dishes were great too but came from the specials menu so you may not be able to get them consistently. Soft shell crabs, veal osso buco... but I think anything you get there will be fresh and of the highest quality. Good wine list too. If we ever find ourselves in the neighborhood again we will make a point of returning to Franina.“

“The food is amazing ,every dish. The portions from the appetizers to the meals are above the average restaurant.“

“Once again a wonderful anniversary dinner. For the past 4 years we have celebrated our anniversary here. The food, service and attention were once again top notch. The prices are reasonable considering the quality provided. Just enough time between courses, no rush, no push. I cannot recommend this place enough.“

“Might be the BEST Italian food I’ve had in a long time. Absolutely delicious! Service was excellent also. Highly recommend!“

“I was recently there for a graduation dinner that just so happened to be father’s day, My server Vanessa made sure we felt welcomed and provided top service. It was so refreshing to receive such amazing service on such a busy day, especially for such a big group at such a late time. Thank you so much Vanessa!!“

“Such a beautiful venue. Our dinner was excellent from service to food. I highly recommend.“

“Exciting menu, never a disappointment. Their Seafood festival is to die for.“

“Attended a baby shower this afternoon...food was delicious... lovely venue...would love to return for dinner! Wonderful place for a private party, too!“

“Went to the Farmingdale location last night, service was fast and great, drinks were tasty, food was excellent!“

“While we don't make it to Piccolo all that often it never fails to excel. Everyone is made to feel like a regular and the wait staff is exceptional. Food is always outstanding, timing is impeccable and one never feels rushed. Tight quarters, but it all runs like a well oiled machine. Varied menu, lots of specials- I recommend the soft shell crab francese.“

“I am in love with this place. Besides the classic Italian menu items they have unique dishes like their Blueberry Meatballs and Calamari Verde ( my favorite ) add to that the wonderful staff and you have a great place to take family and friends to.“

“We moved off Long Island over 8 years ago and always loved la Parma when we lived here even though it was an hour drive for us to enjoy the amazing food. This time when we came up to visit for Christmas we knew we had to get there for a great dinner. I can easily say it still is one of the best places to get amazing Italian food around. The Chicken Napoli was phenomenal and there is nothing like their penne à la vodka! The drinks were great and service was top notch. We also happened to go the day after Christmas when we got lots of snow and the car valet even brushed off our car! We were so happy to not feel rushed because we were there with great friends and just really enjoying ourselves! We can’t wait to come back and visit from Georgia to have their food again!“

“Awesome food great friendly service one of our all time favorites“

“Can I please give 20 Stars???
The food is amazing
The service is amazing
Andy is like the guru of this place every time
I have yet to get anything here that wasn't other than terrific.
On the Butcher items - am I that good a chef? Well according to family and friends yes!! But put that aside if the cuts are junk the result is too

A&S Huntington is my go to always - I literally go there 3-4 times a month sometimes more“

“I had Mauro’s cater my block party, and I couldn’t have been happier! The food was absolutely phenomenal—everything was fresh, delicious, and a huge hit with everyone at the party. We had so many compliments on the food throughout the day! The portions were great, the service was amazing, and everything was handled perfectly. I would highly recommend Mauro’s for any party or event. We will definitely be using them again!“

“I had my son's wedding rehearsal dinner at Zona last night. I was originally booked to have the party on Saturday, but the bride came down with the flu. Gianna was so helpful and accommodating. She was able to change the date for me without hesitation. The day of the affair, the staff was so helpful in getting the room set up for us. Our waitress, Jodi, was absolutely incredible. She made sure that our guests had a fresh drink before they even realized their drink was empty. The food was delicious and plentiful. But most of all, the service that Jodi provided to us was outstanding. I would book another event at Zona without hesitation.“

“We celebrated my dad’s 80th bday in one of the igloos. We had such a nice time. My dad loved the unique experience and the food was absolutely delicious.“

“Delicious paninis, wait times were a bit long for take out the few times I've been. The food is always fresh. Parking can be difficult but u can park along the road & walk over if the lot is full. U can also order ahead online for pick up. The tortellini is also really tasty & my sons favorite.“

“First time going there. The food was absolutely amazing! Staff greeted you with a smile and very attentive to our needs. I need to go back to try other things on the menu! Can’t wait to hang there in the Summer as well.“

“Great pizza and very hospitable! Sincerely, a Jersey girl.“

“We had an incredible experience for our first time dining here. From the moment we sat down, the service set the tone for the entire evening. Our server, Ricardo, was top notch: charming, warm, and exceptionally knowledgeable about the menu. He made us feel welcome right away and gave fantastic recommendations.
The food was outstanding from start to finish. The chicken Scarpariello was packed with bold, savory flavor and cooked to perfection, while the seafood marinara featured abundant, fresh seafood tossed in a rich, perfectly seasoned sauce. We finished the night with the cannoli, which was crispy, sweet, and the absolute perfect ending to the meal.
Fantastic food, a wonderful atmosphere, and world class service from Ricardo. We will definitely be back!“

“We had my daughter’s communion here with 20 people and it surpassed our expectations. All of the food was delicious, our waitress was terrific and everyone had a great time. The family style food was perfect and we had a wide selection to choose from. I would definitely recommend Porto Fino for a party.“

“Don't add salt or sauce. Try the food first. Then you will realize you don't need to add anything. Everything on the menu is cooked to perfection. If this restaurant was in Pretoria we would be locals. The staff and hands on owners are amazing. The service was fantastic and the food next level. In all our travels this was the best destination by far. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for taking care of us. Ps the guesthouse is just as fantastic. Charlene and Sheriden“

“Want to thank the folks at Tre Scalini for helping me organize a funeral luncheon for my brother in law’s mom. They are not from the area and tasked us with finding a place near Pine Lawn. The team was easy to work with, accommodated all of the family’s allergies and was affordable. We can’t thank them enough! Highly recommend.“

“Went in with a party of 10. 4 of us eat gluten free. The owner came over and explained everything we could have, which was a lot. They have gf pasta. And said that if we call ahead they will make custom meals like gluten free chicken parmigiana. Joe took our order and remembered everything perfectly. We will definitely be back!“

“Fun time with friends! Our waiter Puma was excellent!“

“As a restaurant owner, I never go out and order chicken Parm probably had the best chicken Parm I ever had in my life. The atmosphere is great. The service is great. Just an all-around great place. The food was fantastic. Three times so far to try everything on the menu highly recommended referred by Mr. Michael.“