10 Best Italian Restaurants in Queens

“I love Velma, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is always welcoming. The service is great and it always feels like home. This is what a neighborhood spot should be like. It's hard to find a restaurant that serves pizza by the slice these days and their grandma is my go to! Thanks Velma!“

“Wonderful Italian restaurant near the water in Long Island City. Definitely recommend setting a reservation as this place does fill up. The restaurant staff show great professionalism They were warm, attentive, and welcoming, providing prompt service. The cocktails were strong but both tasty and refreshing. From the pizza to the tartare to the pasta, everything was freshly prepared and full of flavor. It’s literally nothing like authentic, freshly prepared pasta and they nailed it. Definitely high on my list of top Italian spots I have experienced.“

“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.“

“So delicious! Great people, great service! 😋🤤“

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

“Unbelievably good Italian food! Only thing I’m upset about is the fact I’ve wanted to eat here for 3 years and never actually went inside to eat! This place is a hidden gem. This is real quality Italian food, cooked and served by the same family since the 70s. The hosts, waiters and staff truly care about your dining experience and it really shows. Everything and I mean everything we ate was top notch. I got the carbonara my wife got the chicken parmigiana. I loved mine! Huge portions, quality ingredients. You can just taste everything in your food. The calamari was delicious, nice big calamari with a light breading and the marinara sauce is a real homemade sauce. You will not regret eating here I promise you that! They have a huge wine list and are very knowledgeable and willing to help you make a selection. I love the old school ambiance and the fireplaces are a beautiful touch! Prices are very reasonable! Actually kinda cheap compared to many other restaurants down here. I can’t wait to go back!“

“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 !“

“The food really delicious the server ver pleasant And kind . Also net and good looking.“

“First time ever in New York, had a 3 hour layover at Laguardia. Of course I wanted pizza. Lived up to NY's fine reputation of superior pizza. I got the classic, pan and two gigantic garlic rolls. The pizza sauce and dipping sauce for the rolls was some of the best sauce I ever had. Sweet with some twang but not in your face. Thank you for helping with my first NY experience.“

“Adrienne’s is the BEST restaurant around by far - I even prefer it over many great dining spots in Manhattan. Atmosphere… service… food… cocktails… I truly cannot say enough good things.
The bar tenders are consistently excellent (especially Christine inside and Chris M. outside).
The oysters are the best I’ve ever had and they rotate the selection practically everyday (ask for their house-made hot sauce with them for an added bonus).
Can’t go wrong with any dish on the food menu.
This place knows how to handle a crowd with ease!!! Always best vibes here.“