Haven't been here in ages but I used to love it. It's slightly overhyped due to its history, but the food was still pretty darn good. I loved the overall feel of the place, the set up and lighting, and service was always high quality. I definitely need to go back soon. read more

What can I say by far the best Italian restaurant in Queens. Alfredo is awesome The waiters are awesome The food is awesome and miss it since I moved out to the island but we absolutely love this place authentic throwback old school good food You will not be disappointed Long Island Kevin read more

The food is always good...old school charm of place still works. Would i love to see it remodeled and have a bathroom on main floor so that we wouldnt have to use those dangerous stairs, yes. The service...not great. Hostess not friendly....waiter...needs to retire...busboys good. We are a party of 8, 2 kids. The bread basket...great. The brushetta...had to ask for it 3 times, tables around us who sat after us got it right away. Once we did get it, it was good. It only took 40 minutes from the time we sat to have our order taken... Appetizers, asked for calamari well done...it was not, but still good. Stuffed mushrooms...good. Baked clams...good. Arugula salad...good. Veal milanese...good. Chicken special...good (it was chicken marsala called by a different name). Pasta special...Fettucini with lobster sauce...good, portion large. Everyone was fine with their orders. Tortufo desserts...good. read more

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Amazing Italian restaurant! I sat down and they brought a free little plate of salami and cheese and tomato on toast, such a nice little treat. They also brought a massive bread basket so you know you're not going to leave hungry. I got the veal piccata with pasta. The veal was great and the pasta was fantastic. The marinara sauce was the perfect balance of light and flavorful. It doesn't look like much but it's probably one of my best marinara I've ever had. For dessert I got a chocolate truffle cake. It was super chocolately and yummy. Not the best cake but still pretty good. Wish this was closer to Manhattan but if I come back to Queens I'm coming here again! read more

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IF YOU ARE HISPANIC/LATINO DO NOT GO! This restaurant is extremely racist and for someone who's family member used to be a chef at this place is absolutely disgusting , we have been purchasing wine from here for years one of my family members went in to purchase a bottle of wine who has a dark skin complexion was ignored and then given a face and told to go to the bar with a nasty attitude, we were extremely disgusted with this behavior and uncomfortable. i'd expect a better attitude for a restaurant that has hispanic's cooking their "authentic italian" cuisine. Don't expect to have a table because every time you call to make a reservation according to them they never have availability.The next time we step in and receive this attitude there will be more then just a review on yelp . read more

Always a delightful pasta meal at Parkside. Beware of horrid parking situation around it though but they offer valet and the guys work off tips. We ordered the wild mushroom fettuccine and fettuccine carbonara. It was a lil too watery this time for my liking but flavor was still good. Wish they had the ham dinner rolls and bruschetta or maybe they just didn't have it this time. Servers are super friendly and attentive. read more

Park Side Restaurant - Truffle & Mushroom Fettuccini (top) Fettuccini Carbonara (bottom) - Italian Near Me - Corona, New York

Old school Italian restaurant. Food is delicious and they even had the dessert cart! Go!

The food was good and the ambiance was nice but A LOT of stairs and very tight areas, we were constantly squeezing past people - steer clear if you can't do stairs or small spaces. Our table was incredibly too small for the size of our party. We had to remind the waiter of dishes and drinks that we had not gotten after ordering. read more

Definitely must call ahead for reservation because this restaurant is so popular and gets very busy. Food and service is unmatched and lower prices than other Italian restaurants nearby. Decor is a bit dated I'm willing to overlook due to their delicious menu. read more

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Great family atmosphere! We were a little bit late, but they accommodated us gratefully. The food was a hit from the steaks to the chicken Parm to the appetizers. Ambience ain't half bad either We'll definitely bring my family here on my next return . read more

Our favorite Italian restaurant in Queens. Valet parking, great service & delicious abundant selections. We've never been disappointed here. Johnny Depp & Robert DeNiro are some of the celebrity regulars here. In 1980, Parkside was founded by Anthony "Tough Tony" Federici, it was originally the Corona Supper Club opened by his parents in 1960. Federici was allegedly a capo in the Genovese crime family where he kept racing pigeons on the roof. In 2000, he was shooting at hawks with a shotgun & was arrested on charges of menacing and criminal weapons possession. Met friends for dinner after the US Open, it's only a mile away. Unfortunately, we thought they made reservations and they thought we made reservations. We did not have a reservation and the restaurant as always was busy. We are thrilled that they were able to squeeze us in. The bread basket with bruschetta, cheese, and meat came immediately with water, it was delicious. We shared the eggplant rollatini appetizer and manicotti Bolognese finishing it off with chocolate ganache cheesecake. Our meal was exceptional. We didn't leave a crumb. Friends devoured their veal & pasta dishes. Service as always was impeccable, we were not rushed and able to visit with friends. read more

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A great place for Italian food and has been for years , the service was excellent we ate in the Marilyn Monroe room upstairs which I highly recommend read more

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My family sat down at 6pm. We did not receive appetizers until 8:10 I complained to the manager on how long it took. I said we had got here at 6 & he said & I quote "yeah I know I'm the one who sat you" Literally the craziest thing I ever heard this manager said. He was arrogant. He offered us coffee, not a drink not an appetizer on the house. We didn't even receive our entrees & he's offering coffee!!! We sat at 6 because my 83 year old mother traveled from New Rochelle to get here. Luckily we got all our entrees to go! Because who wants to be at a restaurant for 3+ hours with the rudest manager I have ever encountered. He didn't even apologize. At all!! A $600 bill at that. It was disgusting.. Karmas a B read more

Park Side Restaurant - Our chicken franchese to go when the order took over 3 hours!!! Disgusting. - Italian Near Me - Corona, New York

Had a reservation for 8pm on a weekday, the restaurant was super packed and lively. The food was really good, huge portions and super filling. The server was attentive despite it being packed and waters kept being refilled every other minute, I appreciate that. Overall, really nice spot for a date night or a family dinner. Bathroom is downstairs for anyone looking for it! read more

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I've been here twice and man is it delicious! First off the ambiance is awesome old school Italian feel. And there are name badges throughout the entire restaurant with members names ( I pretty cool) the food is delicious and tasty I recommend any of the pasta dishes. The service is always top notch little slow but that's what you should expect in a place where you relax enjoy and eat read more

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Love this restaurant our family has been going here for quite a few years. The food is always amazing. The wait staff are the best!

Before Corona became the multi-enclave for all things Latin American, it was the Little Italy of Queens for a generation or two. Even as the demographics began shifting in the 1960s/70s, Park Side has remained through all the changes. This establishment doesn't just represent a different time in the borough, it is also considered a landmark, and one of the most significant Italian spots in NYC. I've been a regular here for years and have appreciated the old school charm and the good food / service. The place is deceivingly large, with dining rooms upstairs and so much seating that any group size could dine here with little issues. The ambiance is usually a mix of low lighting and plants sprinkled all throughout the main dining room. The well-dressed wait staff are always polite, with a little wiseguy humor and wittiness. From a food perspective, I think there is a lot to appreciate. Their complimentary bread basket, especially the one stuffed with prosciutto is rather addicting. They also make a chicken / veal parm the way it should be done, which is a tender slab with the right ratio of cheese and sauce. I also think their al dente pastas, in particular the rigatoni bolognese and rigatoni with lamb ragu are excellent. Their linguini marechiare is classic, but I think their linguine with clam sauce is actually better. I also vouch for their baked clams, broccoli rabe, and occasional steak. I also think they could certainly work on their pizzas, which were dry and unmemorable from my last visit. I'm not a fan of their stuffed artichoke or their shrimp scampi. The seafood is a gamble, especially the salmon, which has proven tougher than desired in later years and the calamari hasn't lived up to its usual standards. They offer valet parking and the vibes are still special occasion / date night worthy. I think the prices have been on the premium side for a long time and I certainly hope they continue to improve on their dishes while preserving the techniques for a regional style that is slowly fading away with every passing generation. read more

The calamari was delicious, the staff great and the service was excellent. Loved it here.

Food was good but at the end of dinner I felt something on my neck and I swiped at it, a couple seconds later I saw a GIANT f'ing COCKROACH crawling on my chest. I swiped it off and it was running all over the floor. We told multiple staff members and they all dismissed our concerns. Said sorry, but didn't even offer to comp a single drink. Absolutely horrific end to the evening. Will not be coming back. read more

My favorite restaurant... starting with the bread... amazing... the pasta... the fish... everything is off the hook great!

This place is very cozy, ambiance is a little dated but that's the vibe. The bar was a nice space, bartender was very nice. Once we got to our table, our server was great, very attentive. Food was good. This was my first time here and I've heard people rave about it for years, so maybe that's why I expected exceptional food. But it was okay. They give you a nice bread basket at first which is very tasty. We got a cheese appetizer which I thought was going to be similar to mozzarella sticks, but instead it tasted like mushy French toast with mozzarella in it. Tasted extremely fried/oily. I wouldn't get that again. The steak was the best dish of the night. The pasta/sauce was decent. Chicken francese, I've had better. Dessert- if you're a big fan of cheesecake like I am, don't get the cheesecake because you will be disappointed. It wasn't the best. The crème brûlée was much better. The cannoli was also good. They do have great cappuccino though! Overall, if I returned, I would try different things on the menu. read more

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Finally, made it!!! Marilyn welcomes you and the dining room is old school yet rustic with a windowed addition where we sat. Ate and drank: Chianti Colossal crab Stuffed artichoke Langostinos Spaghetti marinara Seafood fra diavolo Tiramisu Total: $160 Except for the prosciutto bread, the basket was disappointing right off the bat. The appetizers rallied with the artichoke being one of the best ever! Flavorful, cooked perfectly and the heart cut out for east eating. Theres a lot of seafood on menu and the langostinos and spaghetti were delicious and tiramisu one of a few desserts made in house. Take an apple upon leaving. Definitely a very very special Queens spot but I'd want to go when the bread is fresh & the dessert cart is running. read more

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Had a wonderful meal at Parkside. Fantastic old school Italian restaurant. Great service and nice atmosphere. Very busy place, but we were seated right at our reservation time. Food came out of the kitchen hot and the courses were nicely spaced. I had the veal sorrentino which evoked the departed Bank restaurant of Astoria. The baked clams and the calamari were excellent apps. They put down a nice plate of cheese and salami and delicious bruscetta as soon as you are seated. Bread basket, also complimentary was great with prosciutto bread among the choices. Everyone enjoyed their meal and my impression is there are no bad choices. The tiramisu was excellent as well, the espresso a pleasure. Will be going back for sure read more

Cozy with old world charm ! Regarding food we started off with mozzarella caprese , stuffed mushrooms and walnut salad !All were very flavorful! My main was fettuccine which is probably enough for 2 people ! As there were 3 of us at the table one of my friends had the pasta with truffles and mushrooms with grilled while the other had pasta in red sauce with shrimps and clams ! All the dishes were flavorful and hot ! Was our first time and service ambiance and food were all on point ! Will definitely recommend this establishment and will be returning very soon ! read more

Experiencing Park Side was such a treat. We had our couples dinner here a few weeks back and the food, service, ambiance and overall experience was just incredible. Our friend had made reservations weeks in advance and when we arrived we were seated on a corner are which was private and very comfortable for our dinner. We started off quicky with a few bottles of Caymus red wine and o course they brought over a basket full of delicious breads. We then ordered a few appetizers family style such as the Stuffed Mushrooms, Oysters & Fried Calamari. Oh and of course a Classic Caesar Salad to keep it healthy haha. For dinner we had a few dishes at the table all which were wonderfully prepared and full of flavor and fresh. We had the Fettuccine Alfredo Cream, Butter, Parmigiana & Imported Mascarpone Cheese, Filet Mignon with side of mashed potatoes, & Sauteed Filet of Gray Sole Meuniere White Wine, Lemon & Capers. Lets just say everyone was very happy and full from the delicious food. After dinner it was very sweet of the staff to bring out a dessert plate to celebrate a special occasion at our table. If your in the area or just want some authentic italian food this is the place to go for that, not Carbone, haha. read more

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What the heck happened to Parkside? Was it sold? So disappointing this past Saturday night. It was embarrassing cause I took friends here from Long Island. After all my raving about the restaurant, the service was horrible and the food equally as bad. I understand a restaurant cutting down on portions if they don't raise prices this day and age, but that was not an issue with me. Get back the your old chef and waitstaff!! read more

This corona restaurant has been on my bucket list for a long time. Even though I've heard it's lost some of its cachet, Ii was still excited to go. The place has a nice atmosphere and walking into the restaurant. You feel like you're somewhere special. Food and drinks were good though I wouldn't run back. read more

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The Holy Trinity of Italian dining in Queens for me consists of Don Peppe, Trattoria L'Incontro, and Park Side and the beauty of things is that instead of having to choose loyalty to just own, you can love them all equally and appreciate what each has to offer! Park Side is the happy medium between a hole in the wall and a white table cloth experience offering the highest quality food in a bustling environment with the warmest hospitality. This is classic Queens eats and a taste of "the good ole days." Seafood is heavily emphasized and I would certainly recommend choosing at least one course from their wide selection of options from the sea. Steaks are also a bit part of the menu here but there's plenty of pasta, and vegetarian options as well if you're not a big meta eater. The ambiance is always buzzing here and I love the energy of dining here. The service has always been good on my visits and I would recommend reservations since it does get packed on most nights. I wouldn't peg Corona to be where you'd find a shining jewel of Italian dining but then again...that's Queens, baby! Come here at least once to try it, and come back several more times to make your way up and down the menu or to celebrate a special occasion because you can't really go wrong here! read more

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Had a small gathering dinner with friends. Food is amazing. Our waiter Christian was awesome. Everything he recommended was very good. Great atmosphere, service and food. read more

We thought we made online reservations but upon entering were told rather sarcastically they don't accept online reservations~ not a good start. The server Jose was curt and didn't offer specials although they were listed on a board that I saw after the fact. Service was terribly slow and our server didn't check in on us. The bussers were good. Food was just fine, but nothing too impressive. If it weren't for the service I would consider giving it another try but i'll pass. Very disappointed because I've heard such great things about this place, but oh well. read more

Incredible ambiance. Every dining area is beautiful. The food is incredible. Parking is a nightmare! But they have a lot read more

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We made it family night with the kids at Parkside. For us it was the first time back in about 30 years. You. Need the patience of jobe to find a place to park. So once seated, they bring out a great basket of various types of bread along with some salami and cheese. We ordered drinks and a bottle of wine. The kids both started off with baked clams. They said they weren't bad. I had the crab cocktail. Pretty fresh but i would have preferred a spicy sauce. In the middle I had rigatoni amatriciana. I missed the pancetta. Needed salt or something else. For the mains my wife had the veal Marsala which is her go to. She said it was good. My daughter had the linguine with crab and lobster. Her comment was it should have been one or the other. My son had the fettuccine carbonara which he enjoyed. I had the sea bass. Pretty good. Finished off dinner with Tiramisu which was pretty good. My take aways......place is packed. In the time we were there some of the tables changed out twice. Needs better sound attenuation as the place was so loud. Service was spot on. When we go back it will be with an Uber as parking is impossible. read more

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Very nice place! Met friends there for dinner on their recommendation. It did not disappoint. Nice menu , nice staff and delicious food . Appetizers were great as were our main courses. Will def go back . read more

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What can I say. This place is fabulous. There were 5 of us...friends since birth, yes, celebrating our 67 th year. We had sole, branzino, pastas -one w veal ragu another w marinara. Salads, appetizers- stuffed artichoke, baked clams. The complimentary breads are fabulous and bread is usually my least go to food. Of course, one drink each and then wine w dinner. Service is great. We were in the garden room that we requested. Atmosphere wonderful and cost right on for all that. Do I recommend Park Side...ABSOLUTELY! read more

Food just wasn't good....low quality cheese on the chicken parm, couldn't even eat it, service was okay

My bestie treated me for dinner here a few days ago and it was fantastic! I've been wanting to go there forever. Walking through the doors is like going through a portal to the 70s. Old Skool on steroids! From the moment we sat down to the amazing bread basket, fried calamari and pasta entree until I had my last sip of Grand Marnier, it was all perfection. Food and service was A+++. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Food is perfect! Can't find better prepared Italian cuisine. Highly recommend for dinner as well as for catering!

Park Side is how a restaurant should be. The food is outstanding, fresh and flavorful. The prices are reasonable. The staff is friendly and efficient. I celebrated my 80th birthday luncheon today with family. The ambience and food made it a truly memorable occasion! Thank you. read more

Oh my goodness! We had a ball with a lovely table and a bottle of chams! I hadn't been here in year's since a close friend took me. I called him and he gave me the coordinates since I was going to be in the neighborhood. The bread - oh how I live bread! It was an assortment of prosciutto, seeded rolls, Italian, and sesame bread sticks with cold, salted butter pats. There is nothing like it. The service was great initially and later we were there as part of the family. Now for the food -- shared Caesar salad and it was delicious. -- fried calamari was delicious, tender and fried perfectly. -- shrimp scampi but pasta for the rice left us wanting more garlic -- chicken cutlet parmigiana was really good and enough for 3. The final course was chocolate mousse cake and a decaf espresso with lemon rind and anisette. It's authentic and worth it if you are in the area. read more

Great everything! Place is one of our favorite places. The food is delicious, the service was great, the wine list is very reasonable and the food is delicious. I highly recommend ParkSide! read more