We stopped by for dinner & drinks, they start u off with some great bread & olive oil, very good…read more Drinks Pinot grecio & Moscato both good went well with our meal. Appetizer we had the Burrata, wow it was delicious, melts in your mouth so good with the tomatoes & pesto great to also dip the bread into. Main dishes I had the Gnocchi Gorgonzola e Tartufo, yumm this was so good fresh tasting gnocchi , excellent flavor to this dish one of the best truffle dishes I've had in some time, so good Hubby actually came back the next day & got me one to go! Hubby had the Agnolotti di zucca very good as well, great tasting sauce & pasta. We manage to have room left for desert we had the Pistachio & Strawberry gelatos both very good & just the right amount of sweet to end our meal. Restaurant is a good size, nicely decorated dimly lit inside good for intimate date nights, service was good. Price wise on the high side but doable, everything we had was very good, worth the try we enjoyed our meal.

Ive lived in Astoria practically my whole life yet never been to Vite. It off 31st ave on 34th…read morestreet and for some reason ive never ventured there. While deciding where to go one day, this was suggested and im so glad I went. The restaurant is cozy with tables inside the main dining room and in an enclosed outdoor seating area. Im guessing it opens in the summer. I sat down with my niece while waiting for my sister and for a good 5-7 minutes, no one stopped by and gave a menu nor offered water. Finally after about 3 people walked by not saying anything, someone came. The area is not that big and 7 minutes isnt that long but to sit there any not be addressed by all the staff walking by was annoying. Finally my sister came and we were offered water and a menu. After hearing about the specials and asking for recommendations, we settled on the gnocchi (housemade potato gnocchi, burrata, peas, pesto sauce, toasted pine nuts), Pappardelle alla Bolognese (housemade ribbon pasta, meat sauce), and side of sautéed spinach. The food arrived and we were pleasantly delightful by the main. The gnocchi was so soft and creamy, the sauce was delicious. Im not a fan of gnocchi but this was so good. The papardelle was my meal and it was also so good. There was a lot of pasta and a good amount of meat sauce. It was also delicious. The spinach on the other hand was bland. It has no flavor and we had to add some salt. A few times we tried to call someone over to our table but felt like no one was paying attention. When we were done with our meals, my sister had a few pieces of gnocchi left. She asked for a box as it was to be my nieces lunch for tomorrow. I then said, can you also box up the spinach. A few minutes later, the server dropped off a bag with one container and said here's the spinach. We tried to call his attention but he was already walking away. Where was the gnocchi. Finally when we came back, we asked about it and he said oh I thought it was garbage. I said no we asked for it to be boxed. He said let me talk to the kitchen. He came back and said sorry, they cant do anything but one dessert will be on me. I guess thats fine but we more wanted the food for the baby. For dessert we ordered a tiramisu and pistachio gelato. The tiramisu was in a jar as opposed to a cake slice. One bite of the ice cream and I knew it was bad. It was grainy and sandy texture. I looked up why that would be and one reason stated it could be improper storage, like it was unfrozen or melted then refrozen. I wasn't chancing that. I told the server and said I couldn't eat it. He offered another dessert but I said know, then offered a limoncello shot. While I appreciate the offer, we weren't drinking before so that wasn't the best option to offer. I just said im fine without a replacement. When we got the bill, the dessert was taken off like he said he would. We paid and left. Overall the main course/pasta meals were delicious. The sides and desserts could use work. Service was alright. Id definitely come back for the food and to try some of the pizza.

How have I never reviewed this gem before? I absolutely love Vesta. It's a cute and cozy place with…read moresuper chill vibes and an atmosphere that can't be beat when you're in the mood for a glass of wine on a slow night to catch up with a friend. (And that's what I usually do since she lives around the corner, lol.) The appetizers are appealing and always delicious - it's usually what we stick to ordering - the Meat & Cheese board, the meatballs and also of course steamed mussels. I think they also have a brunch menu, which I'd like to try soon. The service is also great - the staff is always patient, never rushes us and is always pleasant. I really enjoy coming here.

Came here for brunch this past weekend. The space is a plus: tables are spacious and well spread…read moreout, so it doesn't feel cramped. There was only one server working the floor, but with just two tables occupied, service was quick and attentive. Hard to say how it'd hold up on a busier day. The food was a mixed bag -- some hits, some middle-of-the-road. The burrata was one of the better plates. Creamy and fresh, a solid start to the meal. The truffle fries also landed well -- crisp, and the truffle came through without being overpowering. The lasagna was the weak point. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable either -- nothing about it stood out enough to recommend. Dessert was the high note. The "Baby Jesus" is genuinely decadent -- rich and indulgent, the kind of thing worth saving room for. One letdown: no mocktails on the menu. The only non-alcoholic options are two non-alcoholic beers -- no fruit juices or anything else. Worth flagging if you're coming with kids, since the choices are thin.

So me and my wife booked this restaurant for Valentines Day since we been here before…read more Once we got there we were given the Vday prix fixe menus which were $75 per person. Upon asking for a regular menu I was told it's this prix fixe menu only and no substitutions or regular menu available. There was no mention upon booking this place, it had a prix fixe menu ONLY otherwise we would have not went. The menu consisted of 1 appetizer, 1 main course and 1 dessert for $75 per person. The food was good and the service was good as well our server was very nice. What bothers me is no mention when making the reservation it's just the pre fixe menu and upon actually doing the math and adding all of the items we got for 2 people going off their regular menu prices we actually ended up paying about $30 more which is usually not the case in other restaurants this should have been much cheaper. Also some of the dishes on the prix fixe menu had an additional $12.50 charge because of the type of the ingredients used, if you're going to charge extra just make a smaller portion or use other type of meat. Definitely not happy how they prepared this whole menu thing and will not be coming back here most likely. The only reason I gave 2 stars is because the staff was very nice and the food was good.

Went here for Valentine's Day. It was a prefixed menu which was just okay. I got the prosciutto…read moreplate for appetizer, which was the best dish I had. For main I got the ragú which was decent but not delicious to me. I definitely wouldn't order again. For Dessert I got the pannacota. To me it tasted like jello. Lastly I got a wine. I attached the photo here. It was good. It would've tasted better with steak. The appetizer and the wine were the best things I had that night. They were also giving out roses that day which was really nice of the staff. The waiter was really nice. The back of the restaurant is also really nice. Definitely the best place to sit.

Really had high hopes for this place but boy was the food disappointing…read more Mussel starter was good but the artichoke and caprese were both bland. The snapper over breaded eggplant was tasteless in every way possible. Not sure if their restaurant week offering was a departure from their regular menu but it was not really restaurant quality. The Nutella calzone was definitely the highlight however couldn't make up for what was a truly mediocre meal and service.

I went to Sotta La Luna because I've been to its sister restaurant, Sotto Le Stelle, which had a…read morepretty similar menu. Sotto definitely has a different vibe. When I walked in and saw the open kitchen around it there was a sign that said it was voted the best Italian restaurant for 2024 and 2025. Although it didnt say where exactly. Was it for Queens or New York in general? I wasn't sure how official it was. I suggest making reservations if you would like dinner around 6-8pm. Our table was right by the open kitchen, and it was actually really cool watching the chefs work while we ate. Foodwise, we started with the arancini balls which were delicious. For the main, I ordered the fettuccine al ragu filetto and I'm glad that I did because it was a bit different from the usual pasta dishes I've had before. However the pizza cacio e salasiccia was a bit salty for my taste. For dessert we ordered the panna cotta of the day which was a berry one. That was really good. Definitely recommend ordering that one as it was light, creamy and the berries made it flavorful.

Amazing food, friendly and efficient service, and a slightly cramped but cozy atmosphere. Would…read moredefinitely come back if I am in Astoria and in the mood for legitimate Italian food. The appetizer bruschetta was good, piled high with slightly sweet tomatoes balanced by vinegar and crispy bread. The free thick bread basket seemed like a focaccia, and went well with olive oil. We had two classic dishes for our mains. The beef lasagna was tasty and had a slightly sweet sauce. It was filling but not too dense. The orecchiette was perfect: tangy and bitter with sweet sausage and light butter sauce. The white wine for happy hour was good, too. Semi dry and balanced, and a good price! The only slight drawback was the seating, with tables very close to each other and not much room to push your chair back. Still, it creates a cozy feel for your date.

Excellent neighborhood restaurant. Came here for a birthday dinner. The service was great. The…read morefood was fantastic - from appetizers (the bruschetta was excellent), to entrees (linguini vongole was one of the best I've ever had) to desserts (pistachio torte). Would definitely go back.

Pleasantly surprised this time around!…read more The Italian meatloaf was absolutely delicious, the meatloaf itself was flavorful and not dry. Don't sleep on their fingerling potato salad - it was unbelievably tasty! The price points are a bit steep though. I'd categorize this is a splurge meal.

I've been to Il Bambino countless times before, but this last visit was a little weird…read more It was restaurant week and all I really ever get from this spot is a panini obv, so I thought it was a good opportunity to try out some apps and dessert since the special came with it. We arrived over an hour before closing, but when I came in the hostess said they were closing and that if we wanted to eat we needed to order fast and have everything come out at once. We agreed, but then watched another duo walk in 20 minutes later and get to take their sweet time. We started out with their tomato soup and chickpea salad. Tomato soup was rich and came with a slice of bread with melted cheese on top, and the chick pea salad was light and refreshing. I had the Piggie Smalls as my main which is my go-to and was great as always. For dessert we shared a panna cotta and this chocolate dessert that had these chocolate crunchy crumbles on top that was out of this world. 10/10 food, wish I could've enjoyed it without being rushed.

I've come here on many occasions over the years with family or on dates, and it never disappoints…read more Great Italian food for an affordable price, and the service is quickly and friendly. My favorite aspect may be the outdoor tables on the sidewalk in warmer months, which also allow for well-behaved pups outside. Great hidden gem in Astoria

[ deep sigh ] I wanted to love this place but it's nestled somewhere between meh and good…read more Taste-wise this place is excellent but execution is lacking in both food and service. It's a solid 3.5 stars so I averaged upward. The misses: I ordered what I believe was the most expensive item (chicken parm) and received the less than stellar experience (see picture) of a meal. As Rodney used to say: "it was fit for a king, here's King, here King." The chicken was precooked fully and then reheated after the sauce and mozzarella was placed above it. This is a twofold quick fire method of serving guests quickly and having those guests not return. To be clear the taste was superb but the texture was not. Think microwaved chicken but unlike microwaved chicken, my order came out somewhere between lukewarm and WTF?!? We ordered the Ill described beet salad with goat cheese that oughta have been named arugula salad with beets and goat cheese if there was dressing, I don't taste it. So I asked for some olive oil and S&P. I can conclusively assert that she brought salt and pepper. The jury is still out whether I received olive oil. The meatballs we ordered would make mamma cry, but not from happiness. They were overly salted and dense like some Balkan kabob kinda thing like spicy soujuks. Our waiter and waitress combo were very nice and equally aloof. The pleasant accent revealed that hospitality was not their first language. And now for the hit, and almost great: we ordered the truffle oil fungi pizza. Taste, and texture were excellent but it needed a wee more time for the cheese to fuse with the rest of the ingredients. I forgot to ask them to add olive oil atop of the mozz prior to placing the pizza in the over. Despite this detail the pizza still was the best item we ordered. Overall their cuisine was a valiant effort. I'll most certainly return (but after I diet try every other restaurant in Astoria that I haven't tried before and try again those that I have.

Came here for a birthday celebration since this is one of his favorite spots. Great Italian food…read morethat's well popular in the neighborhood. Food and drinks were great. The seafood was fresh and pasta cooked well. Highly recommend getting reservations since this place seems to be busy and I can see why. Service was prompt and attentive. Definitely will go back to try the other dishes and desserts!

I have driven past this restaurant numerous times and finally decided to stop in for dinner. I am…read moreso glad we did!They were able to accommodate us right away with great outdoor seating. The tables are set up beautifully, and they have nice umbrellas that do a wonderful job of blocking the sun.The service was fantastic from start to finish. Best of all, the food was delicious and you get a very large portion for a really great price. We will definitely be back!

Let me start by letting you know I'm sorry for not being here for awhile…read more Now it's restaurant week and this is my first outing in a very time I'm starting to take advantage of this get get to know you kinda thing This restaurant Rialto Is now on the top of my to go list Staff was so friendly beautiful room lovely bar ( next time). My friend and I were seated and handed menus. ( hint) ask for the restaurant week menu Ordered the Cesar salad then the salmon and dessert Everything thing was perfect. They were as attractive as if we had a full price dinner ( which we will) Just a wonderful dining experience. Kudos to the whole staff

Rialto is one of those places that instantly feels special the second you walk in. The vibe is…read moreelectric, the food is outstanding, and the hospitality is on another level. Larry behind the bar, Dominick, Carmine, and the entire staff make you feel like family from the moment you arrive. There's an energy to the place that's hard to describe -- fun, warm, welcoming, and genuinely memorable. You can tell everyone there truly cares about creating an amazing experience. And the food absolutely delivers. The chicken parm was one of the best I've ever had. Every dish we tried was incredible. Can't recommend Rialto enough. One of those rare spots where the atmosphere, service, and food all come together perfectly. We already can't wait to go back

Absolutely in love with the risotto found this place just walking around after the World Cup finalsread more

Very cute and cozy spot was great for date night. Honestly very impressed with how good the food…read morewas, portions were a little conservative for appetizers but all in all very nice restaurant and service.