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    il Gufo

    3.8 (45 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Cacio e Pepe
    AJ L.

    Came here for dinner and had a decent experience. To start off, the restaurant itself is very nice. They have a cool bar that they open the wall and you can stand outside and casually socialize and drink. Would definitely make use of that during the summer. My friend and I sat on the inside and it did take a while to get our beverages despite the place not being too busy. I got the cacio e Pepe and it was decent. The pasta was well cooked, but I didn't find the sauce to be next level amazing, however it wasn't bad by any means. I would certainly come back and try something else as there was a lot on the menu that sounded really good.

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    Shamik M.

    Great time again - had the Mortazza pizza which was new and delicious - mortadella with burrata, straciatella, burrata and pistachios. Kid liked the Tagliatelle. The olive oil cake was nice and moist as well.

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    Juli S.

    I had lunch at a new place that recently opened on 7th Street in Garden City. "IL GUFO" (The Owl) offers Italian food mostly, but i found a dish that's straight-up Nouvelle Cuisine, and it was FAB!! Foodies, ya gotta try the Beet Salad. Its presentation is alluring, and the blend of tastes that includes surprise bursts of pistachio is delightful. Accompanied by a white wine (genially served by Josh at the bar), it was the perfect portion for a light lunch. Owl, you ROCK!

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    P O.

    We went to il Gufo for the first time tonight and enjoyed it. The food was excellent. We both had pasta and both of our dishes were of superior quality. The tagliatelle bolognese was delicious -- the ragu was especially good. The bucatini was perfectly cooked -- just the right bite. We liked the atmosphere; it feels like a Manhattan neighborhood bistro. Our only disappointment was with the service. Our server was not particularly attentive and did not give us a proper greeting after we were seated. We felt the staff lacked warmth. Overall, a very good experience.

    Pizza - below mid, whipped ricotta - good, pita bread- soso

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    Their food is exceptional! You can taste each flavor and it shows it's made with care!! Yum!

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    Great food and love the outside seating. Service was good too. I'd definitely return.

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    Nice ambiance. The manager Robert was very pleasant and accommodating. We will be returning.

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    Great service, enjoyed dinner & well made cocktails ! Pastas were excellent as well as appetizers, enjoyed selection.

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    Things have improved for me here. I now get the Panini or a Salad and I'm much happier.

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    2 years ago

    5 stars for Il Gufo!! The food is amazing, the atmosphere is stunning, and the staff is so friendly and attentive. Can't wait to go back!!

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    Love this place! I would give it 100 stars if I could. Delicious food and great workers. I love coming here!

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    Ate here last night , horrible sooooo overpriced. Service horrible. Go somewhere else don't waste your money

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    Look elsewhere. A place that does not need a second visit. Small menu, selections are poor.

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