50 Best Italian Restaurants near South Ozone Park

“Outstanding food and service. Our server Luciano was awesome.“

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“Stopped in for dinner and tried a little bit of everything (various pizzas, sandwiches, garlic knots, desserts) - it was all absolutely fantastic! Service was top notch as well � 10/10“

“repas poisson excellent et canolli extra“

“The atmosphere was classy and inviting, and the food was delicious. My friend and I had the calamari, baked clams, chicken parmesan, and an eggplant dish, and everything was really good.
The cocktails were superb! I hardly ever drink, and mine was just right. The service was also excellent—the waiters were attentive and on point throughout the entire meal.
I live in the neighborhood, so I’ll definitely be ordering takeout and stopping by again for dinner or maybe brunch. It’s a great neighborhood spot, and I highly recommend it!“

“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.“

“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“

“I traveled all the way from Upper West Side because a friend suggested it, and it was absolutely worth it!!! I loved the atmosphere, the restaurant, the wine list, and the food! I highly recommend trying the fagioli all’uccelletto, and don’t miss their pastas, we had a phenomenal cacio e pepe, and the cotoletta alla bolognese was truly amazing. Food is so authentic and spontaneous!!! We shared a bottle of their Poderi Melini Chianti Classico, which was perfect with our food and was recommended to us by Jacopo, in his typical Tuscanian accent. I’ll definitely be back! Ridgewood has a great Italian spot. What a discovery!“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“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!“

“Experimentar o Amaro é uma experiência divertida!“

“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.“

“I got the mozzarella, tomatoes, and roasted peppers appetizer. I also got the fried zucchini appetizer. The zucchini comes with a really good marinara dip. Everything was delicious! Their bread was also very delicious and I dipped it in the sauce :). It's an expensive place but it was worth it. Definitely did not leave hungry. Very friendly staff.“

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

“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.“

“This restaurant is incredible! Came here to celebrate my sister's birthday recently, and, in no way, were we disappointed. The ribeye steak is probably the best I've ever had, the pasta is made with love, the pizza is amazing, and the service and ambience is wonderful. Don't think twice about making the reservation! The owner and his chef (brother) have created something brilliant here 👏“

“The food, service were outstanding. I’ll be back the next time I’m in NY.“

“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 ribeye was excellent, and the ragù pasta was rich and full of flavor. The Carbonara and Cacio e Pepe were both good, though a bit simple and could have used a touch more seasoning. The Prosecco sangria was delicious, and we loved the tiramisu and pistachio gelato. The highlight of the evening, however, was our server, Javier. He was attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience even better. We’ll definitely be 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 !“

“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.“

“Our third time dining at Via Vai last night, and once again, it did not disappoint! We’ve become regular customers for a reason—the entire experience is consistently exceptional.

The atmosphere is relaxing, warm, and incredibly comfortable, making it the perfect place for a beautiful meal and a great evening. The service was excellent—attentive, welcoming, and thoughtful without ever feeling overbearing.

And the food was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the porcini and truffle pizza, cacio e pepe, bucatini, and tiramisu, and every dish was outstanding and made with care. Each bite was full of flavor with remnants of true Italian flair!

A special mention to Chef Antonio, who is incredibly humble and clearly passionate about what he creates. That combination of talent and humility makes the experience feel even more special.

We’re so happy to have discovered Via Vai and look forward to coming back again and again. If you’re looking for delicious food, wonderful service, and a relaxing atmosphere in Queens, Via Vai is absolutely worth a visit. Highly recommended! ❤🍝🍕“

“I swear my friends and I could live here. We’ve been coming to Madonna almost since their open… for dinner, for the pregame, for the many of birthdays, for the afters. The staff is a huge part of our experience and why it’s always first on our list. The music is always right, the cocktails are delish beyond belief, and the food… don’t get me started on the truffle fries. Trust!!“

“A wonderful dining experience“

“Great atmosphere great food great vibe great service!!!!“

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

“Melissa and James create soul food with modern twist -- with big flavors! I visited P&C multiple times already, with family, friends and work colleagues and highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to eat modern American with a lot of love. 🍷🍸🍹Their cocktails are equally amazing and delicious, they also have a fantastic wine selection and their freshly baked Pita is a MUST! Please do go and visit P&C to also support the local restaurant community -- they deserve it! 🥰🍾🥙“

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

“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.“

“Nice place, good service, pleasant atmosphere. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Came here for dinner. Had the oxtail ragu with a spring mix salad and mezcal Negroni.

The atmosphere is great. Intimate setting accompanied by light jazz. The food is good. Salad was fresh. Service is great. I’d recommend this spot to anyone.“

“Had a pasta and pizza and they were both amazing. We are from Australia and found it hard to find a good restaurant in the Marina bay sands area and this did not disappoint. 5 stars“

“To Steve:

I really wanted to say thank you for such a great experience. We really enjoyed the food, the service, and the drinks. Your staff were extremely accommodating - especially (sorry I don’t remember their names) our waiter and waitress for the evening.
My family and I had a great time, and the experience made my 30th birthday a memorable one.

Thank you again - it was a great experience.
We loved the outside vibe with the band.“

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

“Great service and food. Great view of the bay. Parking in easy.“

“Recommended.“

“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.“

“Enjoyed the food, enjoyed the cocktails, lively if noisy atmosphere. Memory of the evening clouded by the rude manner in which we were hustled out the door, notwithstanding having just dropped $500. Recommend that the host work on his delivery of the news that he needed the table for his next guests.“

“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 !“

“Been meaning to stop in here for a while and we're glad we did! Made for the perfect lunch on an obscenely humid day. A/C was on, World Cup was playing, but the atmosphere was laid back and relaxed. The service was fantastic.
We both really enjoyed our tap wine - the pasta funghi, meatballs, and truffle fries were top-notch. And that Jesus cake ... that cake is something else. Unreal. We were both saying it was the best dessert we'd had in years.
Despite living in the area forever, we've been missing out on Vesta Trattoria - we'll be back for sure!“

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

“We had a family party yesterday. We all can't say enough good things about this restaurant. Food was large portions and very delicious. Desserts incredible. Service was always there taking care of us.“

“Best food and hosts! Meal was amazing! Drinks were beautiful! Atmosphere was great!“

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