17 Best Italian Restaurants near Queensbury

“(July 6, 2025)
We came here for dinner after considering a lot of other options, we were pleasantly satisfied with the food quality and quantity and the overall service.
The minestrone soup and bottomless salad (unlimited refills) were good.
The pastas we ordered were decent and came in very large portions, we ended up packing some of it for the next day of our trip.

Sisi was a very friendly waitress.“

“We come up to the Lake George area once a year. We found Papa’s diner on google and now it’s a staple in our trip. We have nothing but good things to say about this place. The decor, the people, the service, and the food is absolutely amazing. I highly recommend!!“

“This is the best pizza north of Clifton Park, their sicilian is excellent, sauce is perfect and the owner is very kind. One time I forgot my CC and when I called to pay him he said not to worry about it, this just doesn't happen anymore, so I tanked him by leaving a tip for the cost of that order. Their wings are a 9/10, the sauce is plentiful and when you request hot it actually is spicy!“

“Hands-down, the best cheese pizza in the Glens Falls/QBY area. Always hot and fresh when it arrived. I just ordered an $11 foot long sub and I was so stoked about how good it was that it prompted me to write this review. Not sure if they make their own sub bread, but if they don't, they should take credit for it anyway because it was great. Reliable place when you want quality, and it's the pizza we always order when we have visitors from out of town.“

“It was good… they said table was 15 minutes wait but it was more like 5…then they said food would be an hour wait … then it got cut down to like 45 but it took about like 25 … the waiter with a beard Paul? He was there for like 25 years? Anyways he was awesome! The clam chowder was pretty awesome… the Rachel Ray pizza was good but it was spiiiiicy!! Service was great … food was good. They seemed realllly understaffed ! 7/10 overall!“

“Came here quick for slices on the go. Not too many options but opted for pepperoni & plain slices. The area is big with plenty of chairs for sitting. Large kitchen area. Quick service to heat up slices. Our slices were crunchy & not super greasy with stringy cheese!“

“I can’t believe I waited so long to eat here …..it truly was amazing. The food was delicious, staff is very friendly and the atmosphere 👍. 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹“

“Great food...very resonable..big portions..tried other ltalian places..we always wind up here..owner is a sweatheart..always greets us..would have to go to Canales in Schenectady to get the same portions and quality“

“New restaurant in the area. Delicious food. The atmosphere itself is more like a diner than an Italian bistro cafe, nonetheless the food was delicious.

Started off with glass of wine.

For appetizer we started with the eggplant napoleon. I would very much recommend. Great flavor. Very good red sauce.

They provided grilled bread with olive oil and balsamic. There was definitely a hint of truffle. Wife loved the bread.

For entree my wife had the Chicken Scarp. Delicious as well. Very rich brown sauce.
I had the Carbonara Americano. The cream sauce was very good.

For dessert we had espressos with a slice of their chocolate layer cake, yum!

I would definitely recommend.“

“Went for the first time last night. The view is wonderful, food was excellent and service great! A hidden gem in our area!“

“​I discovered the Gourmet Cafe on a quiet evening as the hostess was placing the menu board outside. The dining room was simple and unpretentious, giving off a pleasant, personal feel. The experience started with a warm welcome from the server, Mandy, who personally recommended a Pinot Grigio for my meal—a fantastic touch for someone exploring wine pairings.

​Mandy was equally impressive: wonderfully attentive, composed, and friendly.
​I ordered a half portion of the Penne alla vodka with chicken, which was generous enough to be a full meal. It arrived with perfectly toasted garlic bread and had a lovely aroma. The dish delivered on every level: the pasta had a great bite, the sauce was tangy (thanks to the sun-dried tomatoes) and creamy, and the chicken was incredibly tender. The owner's wine recommendation was spot on, as the Pinot Grigio enhanced the creaminess of the sauce beautifully.

​It was the kind of meal that makes you lean back in your seat to savor every bite. While a few stray flies were near my table by the door, it was a minor note in a delicious and pleasant experience. Learning it's a 'mom-and-pop' operation made perfect sense given the personal service and neighborhood feel. It’s a true gem.“

“First time in as locals, beautiful restaurant and very friendly staff. We had a quick cocktail while we waited for takeout, the bartender was great and very personable. The host who took our order was as well; salads were nice and fresh, house made bread, and very nice sized tasty entrees. We will definitely be back to dine in!“

“This is the Best Italian I have ever had!!! I can't wait until the Rigatoni All' Amatriciana is on special again!!! Soo Delicious 🤤“

“Best restaurant ever. Been going there for more years than I can count on both hands. Food is consistently excellent and Jackie and Brian are amazing along with the entire staff. We love everything about Brunettos ♥️“

“I have a great meal every time ! Place is clean , staff is great , prices are fair ! Love this place“

“I have only dined at Rocco’s but one time, we didn’t have a reservation and they were able to seat the three of us which was very accommodating. It was a busy busy time since there was a game at the Civic Center across the street and every place was packed. The food was outstanding and I would recommend Rocco’s.“

“Best restaurant in Lake George. Food is amazing!! Fresh ingredients.10 out of 10! You not only get a phenomenal meal at Mario's, but you get an experience...very romantic atmosphere. We love it here and will be coming back for years to come. Very special place.“