I've come to this restaurant many times, if it's for a date or a family dinner for 10, Armando's always shows exceptional service and delicious food! I've eaten so much from this place but have no pictures because I just dig in! I recommend the charcuterie board as an appetizer. It's always unique/different every time I have ordered it. The chocolate mousse cake was cute with a little chocolate mouse on top. It was also rich with flavor. Overall 5/5! read more

Armondo's Italian Restaurant - Chocolate mousse cake - Italian Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Ate here today after work as a paraprofessional at P.S. 12 Q for dinner feeling hungry and quite exhausted. I had brought and ate the seafood risotto with lobster tail and then tiramisu for dessert that it had tasted great and delicious. The service there was also attentive and super fast that I thanked my server Miguel for serving up my meals today and was given a 10% discount for today while dining in. I couldn't agree more about it. The ambiance was definitely really quiet and has relaxing Italian instrumental music playing so calmly. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :) read more

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Seemed like a go-to spot for locals. Owner recognized and greeted many of the patrons. It was nice to see. Food was decent. Branzino was really well cooked and seasoned. Baked clams were okay. Seafood pasta was on the lighter side. Tiramisu was tasty. Laid back vibe. Service was disappointing. Lacked warmth and attentiveness. Had to ask for a new knife after they took away the old one; had to ask for a bowl for the shells; had to ask for water; so on. That being said, I still recommend it if you are in the area. read more

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I have been coming to Armondo's for years with my family and I can't believe I've never left a review. I remember going to Armondo's when it was on 37th Avenue. If my review was just based on food, they would get 5 stars, easy. My go-to has always been Armondo's linguine with white clam sauce. The portions have gotten a bit smaller through the years, especially with COVID and all. The service staff have always been very professional and everyone gets greeted as they walk into Armondo's. I understand restaurants have their great days and then their not-so-wonderful days. This weekend, was one of their not-so wonderful days .. as my mother and I sat for 40 mins waiting for our entrees. We didn't order any appetizers so we didn't think it would take THAT long. As I looked around and saw only 3 other small parties (2 couples and 1 tables with 4 people), I wondered why the food took so long. Everytime the waiter came to refill our waters, he'd say, 'your food is coming'. Frustrated and hungry we wanted to leave but ended up staying and eventually our 2 linguines with white clam sauce came. I will absolutely return but I hope I catch the kitchen on a better day. read more

This was a last minute reservation nearby when our original restaurant messed up our booking. It was absolutely a great choice and we had a great time. The food was flavorful and a hit with everyone adults and kids from appetizers to desserts. The service from the waiter was very attentive and funny , the owner was also there making sure everything was going well. It was a good find with its coziness and food. Parking was also easy on the streets. read more

Armondo's is one of the best Italian restaurants in Queens! We have been here several times. We always order different dishes, and are always very happy with the food quality. The service is excellent, and the manager/owner is so attentive. We love how well my four year old daughter is treated each time we go there. This restaurant is welcoming to all types of families, and we will continue to dine there because of the inclusive and welcoming ambiance! read more

I have been coming to this place for many, many years, since they were on 37th Ave It is still as good since the moved to Northern bold Excellent atmosphere,service and food read more

I use to live in Jackson heights for over 20 years and I remember seeing this restaurant on 37th ave but never made it in and boy do I regret it now that I live on Long Island. I made reservations this past Sunday after my baby's baptism and I wish I still lived close to Armando's :(. The service and staff were very attentive and nice. The food was spectacular!!! We order baked clams, stuffed mushrooms, Meatballs the caprese salad and grilled octopus and it was all mouth watering. I also have to add they bring out these little complementary bruschetta breads that are also so tasty!! For entrees we had 3 of their specials of the day. Fettuccini cabonera, wrapped scallops over risotto, salmon over mash. My older son had the lasagna I had the ravioli and the God mother had penne a la vodka with grilled chicken and she requested for them to make it spicy and she kept raving about it. It was so good the God father went two days later on a date and the God mother and I are going back this weekend with our other best friend. I'm so excited to go back and can't wait to see what specials they have. read more

This unassuming Italian restaurant is a hidden gem tucked between two other restaurants. The food and the staff are truly a class act here. Once seated, there is a bread basket and bruschetta on the table. Aside from the regular menu, there is a sandwich board of specials that is presented at the table. This was odd to me the first time this I experienced this, because the board is so big, but I really appreciate it now. Instead of having the wait staff rattle off a bunch of specials. It's also, eco friendly not printing the daily specials on paper. The food is made with love. You can't go wrong with any dish that sounds appealing. On this most recent trip we had calamari, which is served with a TON of tentacles which IMO is always a plus! The lasagna bolognese was amazing, and the cannoli was huge, crisp, and had the perfect level of sweetness! Order a martini to start and an after dinner cocktail. Delish!!! read more

Excellent food and service. Neighborhood Italian place. Dessert to die for! Pasta to die for!

Nothing special about this restaurant; food was mediocre but service was on point. Appreciated owner/manager? checking up on us. Was worth trying since I haven't visited an Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. read more

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Living in Northeast Queens, there are many fine Italian in my neighborhood, but after reading some of the reviews for Armondo's Italian Restsurant, I was intrigued and decided to take my wife there for a birthday lunch. I am so happy we ventured to Jackson Heights! The food was delicious, everything ordered was well cooked and very tasty. The portions were large, ample to take home at least half, for a second meal. The service was extremely attentive. At any time, there were at least three servers tending to us, filling our water, provided anything we requested. I strongly recommend this restaurant and suggest folks pass the other three restaurants in super-close proximity and head into Armondo's! read more

If you are a single gay man (or any gay man, for that matter), AVOID this place. It is totally homophobic. In addition, I have NEVER seen a Black person here. From my observations, they cater to an exclusively white, straight clientele with one foot in either the grave or, at best, the nursing home. Not an expanding client base, but however you spell it, this place is creepy. It goes against the inclusivist nature of Jackson Heights. In addition, most of the workstaff is Hispanic. Nevertheless, management gets upset if they hear a patron and an employee speaking Spanish. Very unwelcoming in a majority Latin neighborhood. Considering the primary ownership of the business and the ambience, think Addams Family. Theme music: Duh duh duh Duh duh duh The Addams Family. BTW, this review was written contemporaneously with my visit to the business. Posted at 6:57 PM 5/22/24. read more

Came with with five friends. The wait staff seated us right away. They gave us a nice big round table in the back which was very comfortable. The location does still have some petitioning but did not force masks or any other unnecessary protocols. We did order drinks and everyone felt the drinks were very good. I had the strawberry frozen margarita with sugar in the rim and it really was a great drink. We had some appetizers like fried calamari and some other things. I tried the fried calamari and it was cooked just right with great flavor in the sauce. For my entree I ordered lobster tails with broccoli and potato crochets. Everything I has was delicious and cooked correctly. Our meals were not rushed and also did not take too long. The wait staff gave us a great amount of time in between courses. Pricing was good as it was appropriately expensive but not crazy expensive. All and all a great experience una family style restaurant. We even had deserts and I have to say the capuchino was also very good. read more

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I'm so glad to come out to Queens for this fantastic restaurant. Delicious foods, amazing service, and beautiful ambiance. Perfect for a romantic outing or on your own at the table or by the bar. I had the trout almondine (tonight's special) and my friend had the pork Armando. Let's just say we ate every bite! The food was so good that we also added a few appetizers (clam oreganata, armondo's italian salad). And if you fancy something else not on the menu, ask the staff. I hear the chef is fast to improvise to create a dish for you. We even had special salad with a touch of habenero peppers from the garden. read more

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Best italian restaurant!! I loved it. The food tasted delicious, also they offer different types of dessert. The restaurant was very clean, and the servers are amazing very kind and friendly. I totally recommend it. read more

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Been coming here with my girlfriends for years! Love the coziness and warmth of the place! The waiters are exceptional, very attentive and kind. Once they even watched my car outside for 30 minutes to ensure I wouldn't get a ticket! The food is delicious and the orders come out quickly. I usually get a caprese salad and pappardelle bolognese. And my usual dessert is a perfect tiramisu. They have wonderful specials here as well! I've celebrated many birthdays here for myself and for my friends. They always go the extra step to ensure we are well taken care of! I commend them on their covid protocol, the staff wore masks the entire time and they checked our vaccine cards upon arrival so i felt safe! The owner came by our table last time to make sure were enjoying! We will keep returning to this neighborhood gem! read more

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We took home take out from here and we were very pleased with the eggplant parm, chicken parm, and veal parm. Also the penne in vodka sauce was yummie. Generous portion of really good bread was provided as well. We all recommend Armondo's. Maybe next time we will dine there. read more

Food is Fantastic The ambience is quite the service is super the food delicious. The restaurant is in Queens, but it's worth the trip.

Today we ordered the apple salad, octopus, meatballs, lasagna, fruit de mare, and Armondo's seafood platter. Each meal better than the other. The homemade tiramisu is excellent also. This is my favorite restaurant these days. Service always great. Ambiance is cozy. Ppl from all walks of life. I saw 2 priest celebrating a birthday!! NYY game on is a plus. read more

Armondo's Italian Restaurant - Dining area couldn't fit another person. NYY game on!! - Italian Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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Everything went well from the food/wine to the ambiance to the service. Most dishes were 5 stars or 4 out of five. We definitely would come back and we are from Long Island. I highly recommend the grilled octopus and the tiramisu. read more

I love this place. The food is so consistently good. Recently, I had the chicken parmigiana and for once it wasn't swimming in tomato sauce. There was a light splash of tomato sauce under the mozzarella which allowed the breading on the cutlet to remain crispy. Perfection! The tomato sauce that came with the linguine was the perfect consistency and sweetness. It actually clung to the pasta as it should. Also, the service is excellent. Attentive but not imposing. And the prices are very reasonable. This is one of my favorites in all of NYC. read more

The service was really good I had a nice gentleman check up on me and make sure my water was topped and all my needs were met. My issue was with the flavors, to begin with the appetizers me and my boyfriend ordered steamed Diablo mussels which were the special of the night along side with some stuffed clams, the mussels were OK out of a 10 I would give it a hard 4 there was no real flavor even with lemon and Tabasco it was still ok to eat however the CLAMS? They were a beauty one of the best clams I've ever had! 9 out of 10 for sure full of flavor and cooked just perfectly. For my entree I ordered penne vodka with added chicken 10/10 that sauce was amazing!!! And the chicken was so tender and JUICY . Overall I would rate this restaurant a 8 out 10 & I would come back again for sure. read more

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Being in NY I was craving some good Italian food and found this restaurant not too far away. Atmosphere: The restaurant is not that big, but they did a good job with the space and making it feel like upscale dining in the dining room. I was particularly amused by the Vespa over the bar...unexpected, but kind of cool. Food/drink: Ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese and the Lasagna Bolognese. Both were good, but the real star was the Pappardelle dish. The pasta tasted so fresh and perfectly al dente, and the sauce had a good amount of meat and was full of so much flavor! I mean, I order this dish A LOT whenever I go to Italian restaurants and this was without a doubt in my "Top 3"! Like I seriously had to force myself to stop eating it just so I could save room for dessert (SMH). Speaking of dessert....I ordered the Tiramisu and a Macchiato *pauses for a moment of silence to give recognition to the amazingness that soon followed when the party in my mouth kicked in*...Oh, man! The Tiramisu was moist, light, and fluffy with a good balance of the espresso flavor coming through. Now let's talk about this Macchiato! In the words of Drake, this was literally the BEST I EVER HAD. I mean it was soooo good, I ended up having two of them. Service: The waiters were pleasant and professional, but I definitely have to give a shout out to the owner, Jerry, who went above and beyond! He made sure to stop by the table and see how everything was going. He was so friendly and personable and it was clear that he took pride in his business and customer satisfaction. Well, job well done Armondo's! You absolutely have my vote! 5 stars! I feel like I need to make another trip to Queens just to dine here again. read more

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We went to this Italian restaurant for my mom's birthday dinner. The decorations make the restaurant cozy, and it is a very good spot for date night also. - Service 10/10: The service here is on point. There are people taking the coats for you. They have a lot of waiters, and they are friendly and helpful. The head/boss? walked around and even made fun conversations with people. The foods we ordered came out right away that we were surprised that they were so quick. - Food 7/10: At first, they give you free bread and butter as well as free bruschetta. We really liked those. The chicken scarpariello and the beets ravioli were special that day, and the eggplant parmigiana was on the menu. The dishes were big in portion, but they didn't stand out to us: the chicken dish was a little bit too sour, the flavor of the beets were not strong. The eggplant parmigiana didn't awe me, but the more I ate it, the more I liked it. We also got a carrot cake for dessert, but it was a little too sweet for our taste. Overall, it was a good experience for us but maybe because we didn't choose the right dishes. We would love to come back and try more. read more

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Many things have changed in Jackson Heights over the years, but Armondo's has managed to stay consistent with their comittment to family, service, and great Itlaian food. The now not so new restaurant on Norhtern Boulevard offers a modern, comfortable environment where the staff treats everyone with the utmost respect and care. This is a great place for a casual dinner, a special date night, or to gather with friends and family. read more

We had the best date here! Great & friendly service, delicious food & wine. Great atmosphere with lights and music. Will definitely be coming back. Did not disappoint! See review for photos. read more

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Armondo's is my favorite Northern Italian restaurant in Queens. Outdoor and indoor seating are available as well as takeout and delivery. We opted for indoor seating because we had proof of COVID Vaccine. The restaurant has an amazing wine list as well as wines by the glass. I red wine; our waiter's recommended Montepulciano was outstanding. For those of you who prefer white wine, my friend was also happy with her Chardonnay. I ordered the Salmon Italiano, which was served on a bed of spinach in a delicious lemon garlic herb sauce. My friend had a wonderful Eggplant Rollatini. Both were excellent. Bottom line? The impeccable service was only surpassed by the delicious food. I can't wait to go back to Armondo's again to check out some of the other menu items. Mangia! read more

I don't wanna hate this restaurant but my experience eating at this place wasn't good. Let start of with the mussel, I got a plate of mussel which looks so fantastic but ended up tasting bland. Flavor wasn't there and I couldn't bare to eat more (looks can be deceiving). Then I order a veal that looks so weird and unappetizing. I only manage to eat one and couldn't eat anyone. But the flavor was there but it was so chewy and not worth eating. Along with that It came with a side of pasta and omg the pasta was so oily and bland as hell. Whatever you do avoid eating the veal . White wine is the only thing that was really good and was able to drink it all.Other then that, the service was okay they don't really ask you how's the food is or even ask how's everything. Even when I was sitting next to a waiter they never once ask how's everything. But either way it's more about the food then it's about the waiter. May try again and order other things to see how's the food but other then that I hope the food aren't bland and weird looking. read more

Armondo's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

If I could give this spot 0 stars I would. We ordered $203 worth of food (plus tip) for Mother's Day...and it was a disaster. The eggplant parmesan was rancid...so bad that the 8 of us spit out whatever we had put in our mouths because it was absolutely disgusting. The pasta was dry and lacking flavor, we had to put a side of Raos marinara to help make it edible. We also ordered chicken Franceses which had absolutely NO flavor. When we called to address the concerns about the rancid flavor in the eggplant the manager told us he tasted everything out of the kitchen and that nothing tasted rancid. We will never order from here again, customer service and food was completely lacking. It was embarrassing to serve this to our guests. The only edible part of this meal was the bread they provided. So if you want bread, go ahead and go Armandos- otherwise youre better off getting "italian food" from the frozen section of your super market. read more

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Terrible I have tasted better Italian food in the walmart frozen food section everything was bad like no lie!

Armondo's Italian Restaurant is really a gem of the area. I'm so thrilled to be here and the atmosphere is so pretty. We are so pleased that we have chosen Baked Clams, it was really magnificent. Not to mention, the service was wonderful and the staff was very polite. Armondo's Italian Restaurant is just awesome. read more

I'm from Dallas and had the best experience here! The servers were so kind and the owner and who I assume to be the manager we're hospitable and accommodating. The food was delicious and fresh. I can't wait to return next time I'm in NYC! Thank you for showing this Texas girl some NYC love. read more

We were pleased to be greeted by The same friendly faces. The service is first class, food was fresh (oysters were the best). Very happy to see Armondos open during these difficult times. Tables were spaced apart from others, the staff did everything they could to make our experience perfect. The owners Jerry and Patty really go out of their way to make us feel welcome. One of few places we would trust during this pandemic. read more

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I have to admit, Armondo's Italian Restaurant was definitely impressive. Love the vibe here. My friend got Lobster Ravioli, which I tried and also loved. It was so delicious. And also, the service was very good and the staff was really polite. I can recommend this place enough, it's so relaxing and amazing vibes. read more

It seemed like a neighborhood Italian restaurant when we walked in and met a sincere proprietor glad to greet guests. The rest of the staff carried on well in that tone. The elements seemed balanced, simplicity becoming excellence. Two of us. A+ white bean, arugala salad to share, good wine by the glass, even a good cocktail from the bar. Pasta entrees showed the kitchen was as good as the service. Background music was subdued at a perfect level for white tablecloth dining. I was surprised to hear Miles Davis blend in. Dessert to share was good and the coffee was delivered piping hot, with a staff that volunteered more, although we didn't accept. With a generous tip about $70 pp. Good place. read more

We visited this restaurant during our trip to New York Queens area. It was a quaint little restaurant in Jackson Heights. The food is delicious! The host is kind. The staff was very and accommodating. read more

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Italian is my very favorite type of food to eat aside from my traditional hispanic meals that I frequently eat with my family. When it comes to Italian i am very critical because i expect it to be amazing, not Italy amazing but worth what you pay. SERVICE Possibly one of the best environments I have been to in quite some time. I came here with a friend and he loves this place and the people are a main reason; I agree. The owner came to our table to chat and see how we were doing and talked with us about the menu. The waiters did not come around extremely often but the restaurant is sized well enough to be able to call them when needed. AMBIANCE Very simple and cozy. It is not a huge restaurant but there are enough tables to accommodate several parties. Very clean and the bar has several drinks to offer. Aside from the menu you can order just about anything at the bar which is nice. The most unique thing about this restaurant is that there is a vespa hanging over the bar; YUP, a real life vespa chained to the wall hanging. FOOD Now this is where I gave the restaurant 4 stars. I ordered the penne al la vodka and it was good but it wasn't the best i had. I didn't think the noodles were cooked enough for me, another 3 minutes would have made the mean perfect. What was left over for the next day was amazing after two minutes in the microwave. I would definitely recommend this spot for a date/gathering between friends. read more

Relocation Improvement Prior to their location change I've had mixed experiences at Armondo's, but now that they have moved I believe they've taken a turn for the better. Food: Consistency is a mild issue at Armondo's. While the dishes are typically delicious, none-the-less there have been times myself or a fellow diner received a steak medium well rather than medium rare or the clams are overcooked. Despite being overcooked the dishes will have excellent flavor and in regards to the steak, maintain its tenderness (similar to Trieste). ALWAYS listen to their specials! While their regular menu has interesting items the specials usually go above and beyond the menu in some way, shape or form. I've had the lobster ravioli and scallops with risotto on two different occasions when dining there. The specials were cooked to perfection and many of you know how difficult it is to cook scallops without being completely undercooked or cooked to the texture of rubber. Desserts are basic, but delicious. My biggest recommendation would be the pecan tart. I don't understand how they fit so many tarts into the smaller dessert. The portions are not large, but they are rather filling leaving just enough room for some good dessert. Service: The service is very friendly and more experienced than most. Well past the 25 year mark for our server. Happy to talk to the clients if it isn't overly crowded. Ambiance: They did a nice revamp of the former restaurant (Trieste) that was located there previously. They decluttered the window adding more natural light. The restaurant is also much easier to spot from the street with a visible sign with good lighting. The restaurant itself is rather small, but can handle larger parties. I would personally recommend coming in with a group of 4 or less since the ambiance gives more of a romantic feel, than a lively (party) one. It keeps the overall feel of Trieste. https://www.yelp.com/biz/trieste-restaurant-jackson-heights Overall: 3.5 Stars Prices are standard for a mid-upscale Italian restaurant. Reservations are not necessary, but I would recommend making them. There are minor inconsistency issues at times, but the food is pretty delicious none-the-less. Always ask about their specials for the day, you will not be disappointed. Celebrating an anniversary, birthday, or just because? It has a nice ambiance for smaller groups and couples dining. The overall environment is rather quiet and reserved. While the ambiance is classy with casualness, I recommend avoiding wearing short/tank tops etc. to maintain the ambiance. read more

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I love coming here. Great pasta and seafood especially their fettuccini alfredo with chicken. Great wines and a warm friendly atmosphere that makes you feel at home. My wife and I try to go at least once a week. read more

Armondo's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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