I have been trying to get to this restaurant for a while since so many people told me how great it…read moreis. No exaggeration. It's great. Service is attentive without being overbearing. They didn't rush us at all. Attractive decor with soft lighting. The star was the food. My chicken Rollatini was so good that my whole family wanted to order it the next time it's offered as a special. My wife's veal Marsala was tender and delicious. Everything was perfect. The portions were huge. We can't wait to go back.

I been wanting to try this place for a while now and finally made my way there…read more Went on a Wednesday around 7pm and the place was pretty busy. This restaurant reminds me of the old Italian restaurants I grew up going to (in a good way). The service was excellent, everyone we encountered was very nice and pleasant. They started you off with bread and butter which both were great. I went with the chicken scarpariello and my husband with the chicken picatta. Both dishes were delicious and the chicken was very tender. I really enjoyed how well seasoned everything was and the portions were a great size. Will definitely be coming back.

Came on a Friday night with no reservation, took about 10 minutes to get seated so not too bad…read more Unfortunately got seated towards the back but anyone can walk on their pier before or after dining. Food is pretty good, standard Italian spot but with a nice view of the bridges. Parking is pretty weird since it's just one row and one way in and out.

This is a very unique restaurant on the water in Whitestone with a beautiful view. There is…read moreseasonal outdoor seating just outside the restaurant and down a dock. First, I highly recommend reservations, especially for peak times. The restaurant was packed on a Friday evening around 7pm and thankfully, the host squeezed us in but it took some time for her to figure out if she could even accommodate us. For a beautiful atmosphere, celebration or special occasion, this restaurant is a great choice. If you're only going for the food, I don't think it's worth it. Italian food is delicious but I believe there are better restaurants elsewhere. However, the food will satisfy you and you won't leave hungry. The portions are enormous so you're definitely getting value. We were disappointed in the truffle fries, which were soggy and I think breaded, which is unusual. The Caesar salad was delicious, as was the pizza. Otherwise, the food was average. Again, if you're celebrating something special, I think this restaurant would be great. The two seater table at the end of the dock would be absolutely amazing for a proposal or intimate dinner for two.

Giovanna's Kitchen is part of Tutto Calcio is Beechurst. I took a lengthy bicycle ride thru the…read morenorthern tip of Queens and I needed a casual spot for lunch. Giovanna's has pizza, sandwiches, desserts, and espresso. It is run by authentic Italian's, and has authentic Italian's dining there. I ordered a Mushroom, Prosciutto, and Black Olive Pizza. It was delicious. I will return the next time that I'm in the nabe.

Unreal !!! What an awesome Italian eatery !!!…read more One stop Italian Bistro, walk into amazing aromas of fresh baked Italian donuts, pastries, cakes & gelato !!! Then when you think ya saw it all they are doing Sicilian Pizza slices In the rear of their cafe ... Omg, every slice looked better then the next .... My coworkers had a few slices they said were delicious.... I had an order of their homemade Caponata.... Delicious!!!! Will definitely be returning with the family real soon !! Fantastic food establishment !!! Very comfortable & fun dining room pizzeria style !! Have pictures in old phone will charge her up & post soon ... Definitely put this on your bucket list !! It's a keeper !! Thanks Greg D & family

Wonderful neighborhood Italian restaurant with a delicious Sunday sauce and a selection of Itallian…read morefavorites. Portions are generous. Service is top notch. Loved my decision to spend my birthday there.

Amazing! When you see reviews this high by other Yelpers, you wonder if a restaurant lives up to…read morethe reviews. Orrico's does. The food is amazing. The pasta dishes were excellent and inventive. The standards were all there and perfectly prepared. Restaurant has a clean modernist decor with elegant touches. The service was top notch and attentive. My whole family loved it. Don't miss the desserts! The cannolis and cheesecake were out of this world. Highly recommended!

Everything about this place is amazing. My husband and I frequent here as often as possible! They…read morekeep the drinks good and the menu fresh . Oh and the customer service ?? AMAZING ! I literally left my purse weeks ago ( i was lit ) and they gave it back to me with EVERY SONGLE THING INSIDE . Just a great place with amazing service overall . Food is fire too . Joe and the staff are amazing !

Lena Trattoria  has revamped their menu for the spring, and I had to stop in to try some of the new…read moredishes. There are tons of new additions, and I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest. A lot of the new items lean toward seafood, while others feature familiar proteins paired with fresh, updated sides. Kudos to the Lena's team for keeping things exciting while staying true to the vibe. Here's what I tried: Korean short ribs- Pickled Radishes, Spring Onions Jonah Crab Lettuce Wraps- Boston Lettuce, Housemade Remoulade Tartare, Chives New Mussels Dish- Pepperoncini, Chorizo, Prosecco, Saffron Tomato Broth, Sourdough Croutons Octopus- Patatas Bravas, Kalamata Olives, Salsa Verde, Paprika The short ribs were excellent. They're tender, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The pickled radish cuts through the richness of the marinade and really brings the dish together. A great, shareable plate that feels perfect for the warmer months. The crab lettuce wraps were incredibly light and fresh. Honestly, if I had my eyes closed, I'd think I was sitting somewhere on a beach. Bright, clean flavors along the sweet crab, perfection. The new mussels were outstanding. The chorizo and pepperoncini add depth and a little kick to that saffron tomato broth, and everything works beautifully together. The mussels were plump and perfectly cooked. I like that they still offer the classic white wine version, but this one feels like a great elevated option. The octopus was good, though not the best I've had. The flavors and accompaniments were really strong, but I personally prefer a more tender texture. It could have used a bit more time to get to that fork-tender consistency with a nice char on the outside. That said, I'd still order it again. This was just round one of trying the new menu, and I already have my next visit planned: the brick oven-roasted whole branzino and the tomahawk pork chop with roasted pepper pizzaiola sauce.

Absolutely this place was wonderful, the staff was so friendly, good explanation…read more The food is one of the best I have experienced in the island The food not only had a wonderful presentation it was equally delish. A must do. And you're not sitting right on top of each other.

Classic Italian flavors with a welcoming feel!!!!!!!!!…read more Patricia's of Tremont delivers a satisfying dining experience rooted in traditional Italian comfort food. The dishes were flavorful and well-portioned, with sauces that tasted homemade and thoughtfully seasoned. Everything felt familiar in a good, comforting way. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for family dinners or a relaxed night out. Service was friendly and attentive, though the pace can slow a bit when it gets busy. Overall, Patricia's of Tremont is a solid choice for classic Italian cuisine. With slightly quicker service during peak times, it would easily earn a full five stars.

This is a very popular old school Italian restaurant in Whitestone. Pasta, potatoes, and veggies…read morethat each dinner comes with are all served in little side dishes like they did in the old days. One thing About this place I thought was odd, and I didn't like was that you couldn't get linguini or rigatoni as your side pasta. You had to pick either between spaghetti or penne. My husband and I split the pasta fagioli and my sister had the minestrone soup for our appetizers. WOW the pasta fagioli soup was FANTASTIC! It was one of the best pasta fagioli soups we both ever had! My sister loved the minestrone soup. For dinner we had the red snapper livornese, eggplant parm, and the fried shrimp & calamari. We all loved and raved how good our dinners were all night! The eggplant parm was one of the best we ever had as well! It was so lightly breaded it melted in your mouth. The livornese sauce to the red snapper tasted AMAZING, and fish was so Fresh! This place is no frills in appearance, but the Italian food is authentic and delicious! I highly recommend IL Nocello in Whitestone!

Seems to be a neighborhood staple in Whitestone -- the restaurant was busy for lunch, and there was…read moreeven a private party going on upstairs. A huge plus is the paid parking lot around the corner with an exit onto 150th St, just a few doors down from the restaurant. Anyone familiar with the area knows street parking can be challenging , so that definitely made things easier. I came here to celebrate a dear friend's milestone birthday, and since she loves Italian food, this was her pick. We started by sharing the fried calamari, which was nicely fried and included both rings and tentacles. Neither of us eat the tentacles, so we pushed those aside. The calamari comes with a choice of mild, medium, or spicy tomato sauce -- we chose medium -- though honestly, I'm happy with just a squeeze of lemon on fried calamari. Each entrée comes with a choice of side dishes, and you can also upgrade both the pasta and sauce options. My friend ordered the Chicken Sorrentino, topped with prosciutto, eggplant, roasted peppers, and melted mozzarella over chicken cutlets. For her side, she upgraded to gnocchi and then upgraded again to Bolognese sauce. I had the Chicken Marsala, which was tender and juicy. Both dishes came with two thin cutlets each, but between the bread, garlic knots, and calamari, we only managed to eat one cutlet apiece and took the rest home. The Marsala sauce was flavorful and tasty. I personally would've loved more mushrooms, but overall it was still very good. I chose roasted potatoes on the side, and from the one bite I managed before getting too full, they were delicious. If you're in the neighborhood -- or even nearby -- this place is definitely worth trying. One thing to note: they only serve beer and wine, no full liquor bar. My Pinot Grigio was decent, and my friend enjoyed a light beer with her meal.

My family and I enjoyed our Valentine's Day dinner at Liola. Having a tiny tot (1 years old) we…read moreworried about a restaurant not wanting to accommodate us on Valentine's Day, but we were welcomed and not rushed! We were pleased to see a number of families with their children there in fact! Service was excellent. Our waiter and servers were all kind and did a great job with timing. The dining room is nice and our little tot loved the brick oven. I definitely recommend for a family meal.

I've never been an Italian restaurant where they didn't serve bread .Very limited menu.Not much…read moreambiance.Service was

Excellent service, family oriented generational business in the heart of Whitestone was my first…read moretime and will not be the last.

I didnt like that the server was asking us questions while we were standing up and taking our coats…read moreoff. My wife enjoyed her shrimp scampi but I was not impressed with my chicken francese. Way too much.lemon used and I needed a knife to cut the paper thin cutlet. Could be a one and done for me. Very bad first look..

Booked Da Franco for a post funeral lunch in honor of my dad. Franco was amazing to set this up. He…read moreeven changed some of the package selections to accommodate the little ones. Food was amazing. Some options included meatballs in tomato sauce- freaking delicious. Fried calamari to choice of pasta with entry selections. My choice was pork chops w/sweet vinegar & peppers. Which may have been slightly tough but extremely tasty. Would try the parm next time. Desert and coffee to finish the meal. Service was outstanding and prices to match as well for the group of over 40. We were all happy to meet again even under the circumstances. My pop would have agreed. I would come again and would recommend over and over Da Franco & Tony. A small but quietly little place packed with a family style tradition and fantastic food. Thank you Franco and thank you to your crew.

We went before the blizzard. We went for our anniversary. It is a small but beautiful restaurant…read more Loved the background music. Our waiter was attentive. We had the Polpettine Di Casa for our appetizer, the meatballs were delicious. My husband had the Pollo Martini and I had Vitello Alla Caruso. They were both so tasty. I had a slice of rainbow cake for dessert. I took what I couldn't finish home. I ate the rest the next evening for dinner. I completely forgot to take pictures.