First time here, it is my friends favorite lunch spot at work so we met up for a quick bite. At first glance you'd think basic pizzeria in strip mall. Do not let the outside deceive you! This place is beautiful and the service fast. Plenty of hands behind the counter to help and tons of variety. I got a chicken Cesar salad slice, they offered to heat up, I declined. AND AN EPIC GARLIC KNOT. I wasn't keen on the dressing for the Cesar slice (I wanted to love it but didn't) but to each his own on that. The chicken was magnificently diced up on it and had a great portion. I'd define you go back and try some more of their specialty slices. I meandered to the bathroom and got to see their beautiful dining area as well that includes a bar. It looks like a perfect set up for a private party as well. read more

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Awful AWFUL FOOD QUALITY AND SERVICE!!!!! I ordered something very simple and basic and my Chicken came out DRY as dust, chewy and rubber.. I couldnt even finish it! (Greens House salad with grilled chicken). Overall sloppy presented meals, oversized quantity and very overcrowded tables! Our table got there around 6pm and we were seated right away.. contrary to their food service which ended up being 30-45 mins waiting for our food! Again AWFUL! read more

I ordered paparadelle with a sausage ragu. The sauce was very good. But these people have no right to use the word "paparadelle" with this dish. It's basically lasagna. Paparadelle is not curled and is made with EGG. This was nothing like paparadelle, having no egg, curly Iike lasagne, twice the width (or more) of paparadelle and quite mushad! I ate around the awful pasta, disgusted that the great ragu was ruined by it--an Italian restaurant has no idea what paparadelle is? I mean, you can be creative, but if you venture outside the norm, you better have photos. PS don't dress the Caesar salad. Dressing and croutons on the side. The first photo is what paparadelle is supposed to be. The other two is what I got. Also included is the menu item. read more

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I've been coming here for a while, and it's always a great experience. The staff is friendly, service is quick, and the pizza is consistently delicious. I usually stop in for a couple of slices whenever I'm in the area, and they never disappoint. If you're looking for a fast, tasty meal with great service, this is definitely worth checking out. read more

Wow talk about customer service. I have worked in the service industry for over ten years and I can tell you service comes from a top down effort; The owner of this restaurant saw me and my wife walking in to the restaurant after the kitchen was closed. He recognized my wife was pregnant got up from eating his own dinner after working a shift and made a personal pie for my wife. I could write some more but do I really have to. Also the pizza is delicious. read more

Not bad, but the wings are limpers and lack crisp, white slice is pretty good as Ali's the plain slice as well Overall it's a good spot, just need to crisp up those limpers read more

Again another great time with friends from out of town. Service was impeccable and the food was delicious and well portioned ( as is always the case here). Tried the combo dishes for the first time and again was not disappointed. You get three meat choices along with spaghetti and once again I needed a take home box . The Farfalle La Scala, Pasta Del Rey and Chicken Picatta were all delicious and well portioned. The ladies even indulged in a bottle of Chardonnay while catching up. We didn't have room for dessert (again) but we topped off our meals with a great cup of cappuccino. Overall a great Italian restaurant offering friendly service and great food. Plenty of parking and this time of year there's even outside seating. read more

Long overdue review as this is our go-to spot in Commack. We think the pizza is the best in town, and their food is delicious without fail, any dish from the menu (and we have tried many, from the lasagna to the meatballs, from penne di rabbe to the chicken parm, veal cutlets, penne vodka, etc.) Service is always friendly and efficient, food is great for pickup and the ambiance of the restaurant, if eating in, is very nice. read more

Disappointed to see that La Scala only has a 3.7 rating on here. Perhaps most of the people who go here are spoiled because they live close and have a large selection of other Italian eateries nearby. Full stop... this is a 5-star establishment for the grab-and-go food. The pizza, the calzones... whatever you can get in the main takeout area is top notch for value, service, and taste. Really, I have had pizza from many different places across the world, and La Scala is THE BEST. My absolute favorite pizza spot in the whole world. I am not a biased person. You need to try it for yourself. Start with a basic cheese slice and then expand to various different pizza types. Then have yourself and a date at one of their pasta nights and go for a rigatoni or a stuffed ravioli. My mouth is watering thinking about my next visit. And the prices are really reasonable. You just can't go wrong here. Actually, you can go wrong, and that would be by passing on La Scala. Go on. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Garlic bread in the restaurant - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

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I cannot believe I've never dined in before! We've been living in the area for 20 years, and we've sporadically done takeout for pizza or catering for a family event, but last week, my mom and I made the unusual decision to have dinner here, just the two of us, and I was blown away by two main things: 1. The Insalata Milano! I can rave about this salad all day every day, and I think that's saying something! (I mean, who gets that excited about a salad? Not me! Or not usually, anyway.) I've been thinking about and craving this salad every. day. since. The arugula, the beets, the goat cheese, the pignoli nuts, the chickpeas--everything was in abundance and in perfect harmony! All these ingredients are listed in the description and there is plenty of all of it! BEST SALAD OF MY LIFE. I literally came here to write this review for this salad. 2. The service! Quality of service is the top thing I look for in a restaurant, arguably even more than the taste of the food (you can have great food but if the service is garbage, I am NOT going back there). Our server didn't overdo it on the friendliness or talking, and yet he was kind and so thoughtful and intuitive. My mom and I ordered the one salad and one pappardelle ragu, and even though we didn't ask, he split both dishes on two plates so we could share, which is exactly what we intended. That might seem like common sense, but I was blown away! And both portions, especially the salad, were equally generous, not at all as if he just split one dish into two. We left full and with leftovers! In addition to these two main things that will bring me back to La Scala again and again, I appreciated that there was really nothing else that would deter me from coming again. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, a nice local pizza place with a clean dining area in the back, typical of what you find on Long Island. I thought the ragu sauce was a bit sweet, which isn't my preference, but I enjoyed it nevertheless. Something we often take for granted on Long Island, but there is also ample parking, so no worries there! I was also very surprised that there were so many menu items that I actually wanted to eat! I like Italian, but I often find the pasta menus limited and less than exciting. On La Scala's menu, there are several pastas that I will be back to try and the salad menu, for the first time in my life, had MULTIPLE salads that sound absolutely delish! I can't wait to come back! I'm a one-restaurant-regular kinda gal and am pretty picky about restaurants, but La Scala is one that I am adding to my (very short) list! read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - A half portion of the pappardelle (the other half was so considerately plated for my mom) - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

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Great local Italian restaurant with consistently good food. Service is always great and it's not so loud that you can't have a conversation there. Salmon Al pesto is AMAZING!! Mozzarella sticks were just okay. Highly recommend. read more

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When I'm in the mood for pizza this spot is my go-to. Amazing slices and even better staff. Food is so good that it makes me mamamia in my pants a little bit. It reminds me of my grandma cooking me pies in the home land of Florence. The vibes of the restaurant are amazing old school Italian. You guys will be seeing me again soon!. read more

Anytime I am in the Commack area and are craving Italian this is the go to place. I usually order a slice of pizza but this time we ordered paninis and sat in the back. With the panini deal, we were able to also get a soup or salad. My aunt lives in the nearby area and she always uses this placr to get catered from! The parking lot can get very busy buy you will find parking! read more

WARNING: I AM BIASED. I've been eating here for 10 years and I never left a review. Here we go. Lunch order with a 3-year-old toddler. Good place for kids, pretty casual. Ordered the Chipotle Chicken square slice (a little spicy), a barbecue chicken slice (sauce is VERY sweet), two spinach garlic knots, and shared a garden salad with my wife. Chipotle Chicken was excellent, had a bit of kick to it. Barbecue Chicken was very sweet, but that's what I expected. Spinach garlic knots are 10/10, try them if you come. Garden salad was 0/10. Very disappointing. Similar to the joke Family Guy makes about pizzeria salads. It was just all around mediocre. Barely cut lettuce, not much going on in terms of olives/tomatoes/onions. Balsamic vinaigrette on the side was meh. Just very plain and could be better. (normally we order the Gorgonzola salad which is 10/10) Some customer was coughing all over the pizzeria eating area, so we asked to be moved to the dining room, and they said sure, no problem. The toddler made a bit of a mess on the table, we left a little tip because we just carried our food over, but we love this restaurant, so it is worth it. Complimentary marinara for the knots and crust. Service was 10/10. Food was 10/10 and less than $40 to feed a family of 3. PSA to pizzerias everywhere - make your salads with love! read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Remembered the photo 77% through . . . - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

We have been patrons of LaScala for slightly over 2 years. Although we usually go there for dinner, we stopped in for a slice of Pizza at lunchtime Christmas Eve. They had the entire rear of the restaurant blocked off with tables of takeout just sitting there. Nothing was refrigerated and frankly as a food professional I was thinking to myself this food is probably not safe to consume if it's been out more than 2 hours. Anyway the reason for my one star review was that they wouldn't allow my husband,an 82 year old veteran to use the restroom. The back was off limits to paying customers. Really LaScala, shame on you! Absolutely disrespectful! read more

I noticed all their specialty pies were freshly cooked (so much so that I got my eggplant slice right away without them having to throw it in the oven first), which leads me to believe all their slices are gold enough that they don't have extras at the end of the night to use the following morning. I loved the eggplant slice so much! It was extra cheesy with lots of mozzarella and also lots of ricotta read more

Has been our go too place since it opened Melonia ran a great restaurant may she RIP service and food has always been top shelf with fair prices read more

Lots of good pizza options here, but this review is for the restaurant in the back. I've been here for events like retirements, and this was my second lunch. I've been impressed every time. They offer lots of good Italian standards - I've had the combo meals in the past and they are one of my favs. This year I went with the Vitello Rollatini and upgraded the veg side to broccoli rabe for $3. Both were absolutely amazing, and their table bread is always to die for! read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Broccoli Rabe - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

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Ordered in a couple of half trays and some dinners tonight. Everything was exceptional! The chicken scarpiello was different and the best in a delicious sauce with artichoke hearts and peppers. Can't wait to order again!! read more

Last night had La Scala's for New Year's Eve dinner and ordered from their big trays. An immense amount of food, however, is always very good. We have been to L Scala a couple of times to dine in. Last night was a first to cater. All food was hot, fresh, and a good mixture in sauces with no dryness. Suggestion: Pizza is better served at the restaurant. I personally thought the three pieces we ordered were a little greasy. Still was tasty. The slices could have been less soaked in oil. It's one of many favorites if you are from Commack. If you haven't tried here, support a family owned business packed with a lot of customers' love and care. Until next time we feast on more Italian food! read more

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Nice atmosphere in dining room. Responsive staff. Large quantities of food. You will leave with leftovers. From a single slice of pizza to the whole pie. Many great dishes. read more

La Scala Ristorante and Pizzeria is both a Pizzeria for a quick slice or two or sit down in the back restaurant area. The food is good from the salads to penne alla vodka. It has been around for years and years and a go to in Commack. The portions are very generous. The place was updated is is nice and very clean. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - ROSARIO S. CASSATA AT LA SCALA RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIA IN COMMACK, LONG ISLAND, NY. - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

This place was recommended to me by a friend. And cheers to that! It's a cute little Italian place with a pizzeria in the front and a restaurant in the back. The bread with the dipping stuff was really good. I forgot to take a picture, but I got the chicken cacchitori or however you spell/say it. It was a breaded chicken in this balsamic wine sauce. With tomatoes. Oh man, was this good! I just inhaled it, hence why no pictures. All the flavors really came together with this dish. The staff seemed busy with a large party so they were a little slow with our table. Particularly with getting refills. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Bread - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

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One of my favorite Italian restaurants. The great food, wine and service here never disappoints. The dining room and service is great for family nights out and dining with friends and business associates. Give La Scala a try, you'll be happy you did. Tell them Cousin Vinnie sent you. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

Best pizza on Long Island. Some prefer Branchinelli's, but La Scala is a bit more delicate. #SWMM.

We came from out of town to attend the Ryder Cup. La Scala was in the area of where we stayed. So glad we tried La Scala. Food and ambiance were good. Service was good as well! We actually ordered for pick up the next day! read more

The food did not have flavor but black pepper. Meatballs were almost supermarket worthy, sauce was watery, and the only taste was black pepper. The calamari was gross and the mozzarella sticks were from Costco. I'm truly disappointed. I didn't taste the other dishes we bought but the review was not good. I hate leaving an unpleasant review but coming from someone who cooks authentic Italian dishes, I will not be coming back. If I would have seen a hint of parsley or had a taste of garlic in my marinara this place would have gotten a better review. I hope that you are able to be open minded and see what others are putting out there for take out. Right now this restaurant doesn't compete. I may have ordered the wrong thing but out of 4 dishes something should have hit 4 stars. I also compensate for this coming from take out and not being as fresh as it could have been. read more

La Scala pizza is one of those foods you think about often. Is it worth flying from AUS to EWR and then crawling on the LIE for? Yes! The pizza, in my mind is perfection. They nail it. The crust, the cheese, the sauce. It's my favorite NY slice anywhere. Also, all of their other food is great too. And, if you ever saw the Family Guy skit about ordering a salad at a pizza place (watch it if you haven't): their salads are good! even though they do stack it right on top of a hot plate of food. ha. Been eating La Scala for over 20 years and every time I walk in I get excited. The smell, the familar voice of a Long Island guy with a strong accent and gold rope necklace barking is order "lemme have a..." read more

Great service..food was amazing went with 10 people and everyone loved there meals portion are big so come hungry. read more

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Great food! Never disappoints! Everytime I come to NY La Scala is the first place I go to for food.

I went to this place for my birthday at the end of July this year and I had the most amazing dish and they gave you so much food. I had zucchini linguine Firenze. It was homemade zucchini, linguine, sautéed with grilled chicken, tomatoes, celery, onions, mozzarella, and breadcrumbs, garlic, and oil. This meal had so much flavor and taste to it. It was amazing. read more

First time ordering food from here and it went pretty good. My cousin who lives nearby orders pizza from here. The wings were alright but the pizza was freaking great. I def. didn't like their garlic knots! Good and attentive staff. I would def. suggest coming for pizza though! read more

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Wow, been here several times and everything was good. Today we stopped by for dinner, we were seated relatively quick. Water and bread came next, that was it, we had waited almost 30 mins no one came over to take a drink or dinner order. We decided to leave, told the hostess why and all she could say is sorry. Unfortunately they lost more than us as a customer, an organization I am a member of uses this restaurant frequently. Looks like our business is going to go to Mario's across the street. Poor customer service. read more

Being that it's Passover, but I've been craving Italian, I decided I would get zucchini noodles. I've been on a vegetarian kick for about two weeks. So I went simple, zucchini noodles with broccoli, garlic and oil. Although the meal itself was just decent in flavor, and a generous portion (I can easily make 4 meals out of it), it was very liquidy. Very watery/oily. Zucchini noodles need to be dried after spiralizing them. There was so much liquid in the container that I decided to measure it just to see how much. It was almost a cup! To substitute zucchini noodles is an extra $3.50. Kinda pricy in my opinion to substitute...but healthy is more expensive. I'm very torn. However, I feel I would come back to try something else. read more

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This place is hit or miss lately. I've gone here for about 40 years. Recently I'm in Commack often. I went this first time for lunch it was delish, next dinner delish, back for lunch still good, last time the soup was mealy. Like it was frozen and defrosted which I'm sure is normal but this must have been past expiration. It was horrible. I could not even eat it. Left hungry. It's just not the same as the prior owner. I still miss the free soup and salad bar! lol. Always fresh. It was awesome. read more

Flounder Alla Francese only place I know that has a flounder francese and being a pescatarian was percent impressed. Will go back in the future. Only complaint is I wish they weren't stingy with napkins. More napkins the better. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Flounder Alla Francese - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

This Commack staple has been here since 1974 serving this community proudly. My company has been using them since then for take out and special occasions and they have never disappointed. Tonight is the first time I ventured here outside of work with my lovely wife. We started with the ridiculously large scampi garlic knots with a homemade olive marina cheese tapenade to dip and I actually wanted to swim in it. Next up were our overwhelming large entrées. I had the #3 combo which was chicken and veal cutlets, an Italian sausage and a meatball in a fantastic marina that I almost finished. My wife went with the shrimp, mussels, clams fra diavalo over angel hair and we like it spicy and it was . We decided to eat outside even though there was a deluge of gnats as were leaving our home in Hicksville that seemed to follow us all the way to Commack but luckily we were able to finish our meal before they really ramped up. My wife was raving about it the whole way home so I'm certain we will be back here many more times in the future. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Pure delicious - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

This place puts out delicious authentic Italian cuisine. They bring you out garlic knots to nibble on while your food is prepared. Going by the quality of the knots I knew I was in for a great meal. I ordered the stuffed flounder. Which is stuffed with crab meat, lobster, and shrimp with a side of angel hair pasta. It was delicious and full of flavor. My brother had the Parmesan shrimp which he loved. The kids all ordered the buffalo chicken subs which was destroyed in no time. Which is a testament to the goodness this spot puts out. Nothing was left to be boxed and taken home. The service was great, they were attentive and took your plates away when you were done eating. They take pride in their service and cooking. Whenever I'm out in Long Island and I'm the mood for some Italian cooking I will be returning. read more

La Scala Restaurant & Pizzeria - Stuffed Flounder - Italian Near Me - Commack, New York

I did a food order this weekend. Food is atrocious. The pizza there is fantastic. One of my favorite pizza places on the island. But their food in the kitchen is gone so far downhill it's disappointing. We used to eat here once a week and haven't been back in years and now know why Food is terrible order the pizza. read more

I went into La Scala, and the guy behind the counter was coughing up a storm and not even covering his damn mouth! I walked out. Totally disgusting! read more