We had dinner twice at Lombardi's Restaurant during our vacation in the area. First time, my wife had the chicken parmesan, and I went with the lasagna (w/ a sausage side). The chicken parmesan was excellent, but the lasagna was Out of this World amazing, the best I've ever had. Pasta was so silky tasting, light & airy. Perfect. The portion size was also ginormous, but I managed to finish it all ! Loved it. Marinara sauce was also spot on. The bread that came to the table before our meals was superb, and my wife had a sangria with her meal which she enjoyed very much. Came back a few nights later, but this time we had to do a takeout order (our dog had been injured at the farm the day before and we did not want to leave her at the airbnb by herself). So I picked up two entrees -- a shrimp fettuccine alfredo and a salmon dinner. The salmon was first-rate, but the shrimp fettuccine alfredo was clearly the winner tonight, it was fantastic. We appreciate that they did not go overboard with the alfredo sauce (like so many restaurants do), the chef clearly knows how to prepare Italian dishes. We also had a slice of cheesecake and a tiramisu for dessert -- both were stellar, we loved them ! Lombardi's Restaurant in Gardiner, NY is Top Notch in my book. The staff are very friendly & attentive, especially David, he was extremely personable and funny. We live over two hours away in Connecticut, but we plan to come back to Lombardi's in the near future, that's how much we enjoyed our dining experiences there. read more

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Nice place small dinning room, took long time for food to come 2 baskets of bread long lol with only 1 other table when we got there, Salad ok, food wasn't that great just ok. The bartender was very nice but walking by thru restaurant quite loudly sorry but too distracting! Need some background Italian music in restaurant there is none. Olive Garden has better choices & fresh grated parm cheese !! read more

We came here with a group of five. The place is a fairly small dining room so reservations are a safe way to secure a table. Thirty minutes after we arrived all of the table occupied. The staff and owners are all friendly and warm. Bread and an olive oil dip came quickly and we ordered two bottles of wine from the small wine list that offered several local wines as well as Italian ones. They were all priced fairly. We ordered the antipasto for the table to share which was more than enough for the five of us. I had eggplant with a side order of cavatelli with marinara sauce and a salad ( all included.). It was great. None of the bitterness and occasional chewiness you sometimes get with eggplant. It was tender and delicious. The homemade pasta was just the right texture but a little more sauces than I prefer. Next time I'll ask for a little less, but, it was really delicious not acidic or bitter at all! This meal was eaten in almost silence because we were all engaged in the food. Chicken Marsala, chicken parm, pasta with clam suave...every one enjoyed each bite! The prices are reasonably but might be considered high by those used to eating in the local pizza joint, (They also make pizza!!), but worth it and definitely NOT astronomical. Most dishes were in the high twenties and mid thirties with a few exceptions. We are for five, with an appetizer for the table, entrees including pasta and salad wine plus wine(two bottles )coffees and four deserts for under $350 not including gratuity. It is definitely a great place to eat elevated Italian food. But make a reservation read more

Food is always great. Staff is very friendly. The dinners are fabulous and the pizza is fantastic.

I LOVE Lombardi's pizza! The crust, sauce and toppings are delicious. There's a perfect ratio of cheese, pizza and sauce that makes for one of the best pizzas I have ever had. My compliments to the pizza chef! read more

Made a reservation for 7:15pm by 8:30 we finally asked to set up another in the lobby. The staff are just plain stupid. The meal was horrendous. The owners need to close if they can't run a restaurant but they sure make sure you have CASH. read more

What happened to Lombardi's? What a disappointment. Been there before but this Saturday was bad. Slow service, 2 hours to get out of there without getting dessert and it wasn't that crowded either. The $25 antipasto plate was fair, nothing to brag about. The lasagna was a small portion, 11 layers of pasta, no flavor, a tiny amount of cheese and a few crumbs of sausage meat. The chicken piccata tasted like chicken dowsed in lemon juice concentrate. Overall an expensive bad experience. read more

This was our second choice for tonight's dinner. The first place was crowded and had an hour and a half wait. Nope! So this was the restaurant we were to come to tomorrow. First, they don't take credit card. Only cash. And checks?! You can imagine the age of their guests. Of which there were only eight people in the restaurant. (We made ten). The waitress said it's always slow because people are still eating leftovers. No, honey. It's slow because you only take cash. The service was nice. But we had to be sure we ordered food and would have enough to pay (we had cash, but not a lot!) I had read reviews on the lasagna, and the waiter also recommended. It was...okay. I've had better. I think my own lasagna is better. There wasn't much flavor. So I was disappointed. The fresh bread was also just okay. Overall, I was disappointed by this place. The whole credit card deal just seemed very unnecessary and was causing the restaurant to lose customers. Honestly, if I knew about the credit card thing, we wouldn't have come. Not really recommending this place. Food was just okay. But the service was good. If you are going to- bring a lot of cash! read more

The only (really minimal) critique I have of Lombardi's is that they're cash or check only. Everything else is perfection. The cocktails are delicious (try the strawberry Prosecco or the espresso martini!) and the wine selection is excellent. The appetizers and entrees are beautifully plated and huge portion sizes and they're all wonderful. We tried just about everything on the menu and they are able to accommodate a bassinet of dietary restrictions (including numerous vegetarian options). Moreover, the ambience is lovely - quiet and elegant. It was such a treat to dine at Lombardi's. read more

As always, the food was off the charts!! Made for a great Valentine's Day dinner!! Will be back very soon.

Everything was so delicious. Service outstanding and very friendly. First time there. This place is a real neighborhood gem. We will be back. read more

Went last night with my wife, atmosphere is on point. Food and service out of this world. Request Antonio as a server for the Best service around! That guy deserves a raise! read more

Love this place. We have been here a couple of times with family and friends. We usually like to go there after hiking around in the Lake Minnewaska area. Seems to have a family run feel to it...quaint and cozy. Our server was very friendly and helpful. They have sourdough bread which is favorite of mine but can be hard to find They also have an option to have your dish prepared with homemade noodles if desired. I had the ravioli with marinara and my husband ordered the lasagna. We were both happy with our choices. The portions are large so if you're not starving you'll definitely have leftovers. Only drawback is they only accept cash or checks, no cards. not a big deal if you know in advance. Overall a great experience. read more

Great Italian food - especially their Bolognese and Chicken Fiorentino! Great staff, especially Katie! Always a great meal and atmosphere.

Walked in and waitress said hello. Counted out the menus and walked into the kitchen keeping us waiting. Then another waiter took us to our table. Bread was delicious. Pasta had water at bottom of bowl. Sauce did not adhere to pasta. Salad was dry. Needed more dressing. Atmosphere was bare and cold. Grey plastic table coverings. No color in the empty room. Not cozy and welcoming. read more

We had not been to Lombardi's in a while and this was a profound disappointment. The atmosphere is gloomy, dark grey plastic tablecloth, the restaurant was full but sad. service could have been better, cocktails came at the very end of the first course. most importantly, the food was average, uninspired. we remembered it as a much better place. read more

First time here with group of 6 on a Saturday night. Greeter was very good and seated us promptly. That's pretty much where the good service ended. Took 10 minutes for the water to come. Ordered 2 calamari appetizers and they were delicious and cooked perfectly. The house bread came after the appetizer !!! Which is ridiculous. Had two drinks before any bread and oil olive was brought out. Bread was cold and chewy. Should be warm and little crusty. It was not. The service was really slow and bad. Water was not refilled unless you found and motioned to the waitress. Most of staff don't seem happy and do not give off a happy feel. Water was warm and nasty. Wine was okay but glass was empty for too long just like the water. The entrees took almost 2 hours to come out after we ordered them. Are you kidding me ?!! It was mostly pasta dishes, chicken and salmon. The food was good but the very high prices are not justified. Their service that night was fair at best. Definitely not worth the very high cost for mediocre service and ok food. Place was cozy but decor very outdated with old curtains. Bathrooms need a remodel. To top it off they don't take credit cards ! No plans on returning. read more

This was a great date night, warm atmosphere and great food. You can't go wrong with with whatever you choose on the menu. The service was good and attentive. read more

Food sucked. The pasta was over cooked. You could have used a straw instead of a fork to eat the pasta Service was ok. No real ambiance.

We got takeout from here during a recent visit to Gardiner and really loved the food! We especially loved the Sicilian Flatbread! The garlic bread was really good and their homemade pasta is well made. Definitely recommend and would go back when we visit the area again! read more

Enjoyed a great meal here last night. My wife and I both ordered the special, sausage and broccoli rabe over house-made fettuccine. Better quality sausage than you might expect and the pasta was delicious. Dessert of warm chocolate cake and banana cream pie rounded things off nicely. The decor is understated elegance, the service excellent (bar was a bit slow). Overall a place we would return to. read more

Lombardi's Restaurant - The special was delicious! - Italian Near Me - Gardiner, New York

Extremely quiet and intimate. I absolutely loved this atmosphere, especially since it's nice and quiet. I had the Spinach and Ricotta stuffed shells - absolutely to die for! Very large quantities, so be prepared to take some home. They also have their homemade pasta, which is included in some dishes, or you can add it on for $2. My sister had the homemade raviolis - very good - except that was the only meal that was sort of small. On another note, they make their own bread! Pro tip: Make reservations for around 4 pm and the bread is still warm. Best bread I've had. For dessert, get the gelato sundaes without a doubt. I had the hazelnut gelato with biscotti crumbs on the bottom, and chunks of biscotti on top, topped with whipped cream. My sister had the chocolate chip gelato with warm, chocolate waffles, fudge on the bottom, topped with whipped cream, almonds, and a cherry. The gelato is imported from Italy, and you can definitely tell. Totally worth it, and is a must. read more

Lombardi's Restaurant - Front: Hazelnut gelato, with biscotti crumbs on the bottom and biscotti chunks on the top, topped with whipped cream - Italian Near Me - Gardiner, New York

Our family loves this place for home cooked Italian. The portions are huge and always delicious. The service is great, very personal. And the space feels like an extension of home. read more

Delicious food! A little pricey but it's worth it!! The owners are lovely people! Beautiful setting! Go here if you love homemade Italian food. All the pasta is freshly made right in house! read more

Outstanding all around amazing! Had a great time! All food is great as well !!!!! Service was amazing as well and the dining room is great and clean! read more

Good Italian, home made pasta, Ravioli, bread, Sauce, etc.. a little pricey and they do not take credit cards.

I drove by this restaurant a few times on my way to orange county to go to the Fair Oaks Drive In. I moved into the area a few months ago and decided to try this Italian restaurant. They open up at 4 PM and their days of operation are Wednesday through Sunday. They only take cash or checks no credit cards. I went on a Wednesday at 5:30 PM. It was busy in the restaurant and I was greeted quickly by the maître d'. Soon after sitting down and looking over the menu special menu and the regular menu my waitress Lori came over. She was friendly and I asked her if they serve the personal pizzas and heroes , I saw on their website menu. she said yes and got me the pizza menu. So I decided to order as an appetizer the fried calamari. It came out and looked delicious! The calamari WAS Done just right. Flavorful and the batter was just the right amount not too much not too heavy and absolutely not oily or greasy Other restaurants have gone to use too much batter and comes out slightly oily. This was some of the best calamari I have had over the years. My personal pizza with fresh garlic and sausage came out not too long after I finished the calamari. It looked very nice a good portion for a personal pizza. Just the right amount of sauce cheese the crust was good too. The sausage flavorful and the fresh garlic, done just right The Service was very nice and made feel welcome to the restaurant, as a first time customer. I thought the prices were quite reasonable for what I got. The calamari was $12.95 and a personal pizza $9.95 plus a dollar for each topping. Everything is prepared fresh and cooked very skillfully. I definitely want to come back and try a veal Parmesan hero shrimp Parmesan hero and also some entrées. Remember they only take cash or a check. There's an ATM at the restaurant. Perhaps they will in the future take credit cards that's the only drawback of this restaurant. read more

One of the best Italian spots in the area, if not the best! Homemade bread and pasta are to die for! The chicken parm is amazing, so is the homemade gnocchi and I can't forget to mention the stacked lasagna! There hasn't been anything on the menu we haven't loved. Staff is fabulous, especially Jess! Always feel welcome here! Be sure to make a reservation! read more

The food at this restaurant is amazing. They catered my wedding and everyone raved about the food. Pasta and bread from scratch. And the owner Paul and his wife are amazing kind people! Love this place! read more

The food was amazing, the staff was very friendly and the overall experience was great, would recommend to anyone.

We love Lombardi's! Their take away pizza is our favorite! We also go for sit down dining occasionally. They have great quality food! Homemade pasta, bread, and mozzarella. We have never been disappointed. They also have great customer service. This is a cash only establishment but they have an ATM machine. read more

Lombardi's Restaurant - All the way pizza (no anchovies) - Italian Near Me - Gardiner, New York

They do not have enough staff to properly accommodate diners. This causes outrageous waiting times. Would not return.

Really wonderful food - very flavorful, high-quality ingredients and lovely service in a comfortable setting. Paul and Agatha, the owners, will definitely go the extra mile (or 10) for you to ensure you have a wonderful evening! Highly recommend! read more

Really good Italian place. Nice for a date night. I ordered veal Saltimbocca with side of homemade fettuccini. The pasta came in a separate bowl with marinara sauce. Next time, I will order the pasta with the same sauce that the veal came with. Otherwise.. Really good. It was a bit pricy. My veal with my homemade pasta ($2 dollars extra for homemade) and my extra of blue cheese in my salad, was $30. My husband lasagna (sooooo good) was $18. Tiramisu was out of this world. We will definelty come back. read more

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This place is very special. Ordered two subs to go (planned on eating in our car) and the manager offered us the two "non-service" tables outside AND THEN PROCEEDED TO SERVE US THERE. Checked on us repeatedly, asked us if we needed anything, was super sweet to the kids. Definitely what we needed after a long day of hiking. We'll be back. read more

Truly a dining experience ! We recently went for our 10th anniversary wanting special but not quite sure if this would be "special". I read many reviews of many area restaurants and kept coming back to this restaurant . We had not eaten here in over 11 years and did not remember it to be amazing ... Well, it is too bad we waited so long . From the homemade pasta being made to the side of the diners in full view to the freshest calamari I believe I have ever had (that's saying a lot after a lifetime of beach vacations to the most perfect baked ravioli to the most exquisite tiramisu. We have found our new favorite restaurant !! Our server was so caring , so helpful , so gracious .. I truly felt "taken care of" ; she will be a tough act to follow. I absolutely recommend this place for the delicious entrees, the service and the overall experience ! We will be back . read more

Lombardi's Restaurant - Our entrees :)) - Italian Near Me - Gardiner, New York

Great local spot. Usually busy but perfect for a family night out. Must get the cavatelli!

Food was amazing! Pizza is much better than the local pizzerias in town and cheaper! Homemade pasta is a great sell too.

Just back from another wonderful dinner with friends at Lombardi's. Handmade fresh pasta paired with a great local wine that our server suggested and all finished up with lemon sorbet... Great food and service made for another super visit! One of the best places around IMO... I recommend making reservations, especially on weekends in the summer! read more

The fresh pasta and homemade meatballs were very good, and everyone really enjoyed their meal. Surprisingly solid, especially for a true off the beaten path location. We have friends who live in the area and run a bed & breakfast, so we joined them and a friend for dinner last night. The service was outstanding, and fits a five-star New York City rating. Warm, friendly and efficient - could not have asked for more. Certainly among the best in the area! read more