Visited for the first time a few weeks ago for an anniversary party. We have the private room on the bottom level which is beautiful. The staff was amazing here and took great care of my family. The food was just ok. Could've used more flavor and seasoning. We weren't blown away by the dishes. I would possibly come back to try their normal menu to see if I have a better dining experience. read more

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The food is delicious. I have been there when the service was great, and then one time we went as a last minute decision, I tried talking the other person to go to another place because I felt the shirt I was wearing was too casual as it was tye die. Sure enough that casual t-shirt earned dirty looks from the staff, we were seated in a corner where others really couldn't see us. The person I was with was even greeted with a "you know that item costs this much" when they placed their order .....all because of my shirt. They are on UberEats so if you are dressed casual you can get it delivered (or perhaps pick it up) I am sad to hear that they will be closing, I do want to get there one more time for lunch as it was always a nice experience aside from the one encounter. read more

Upon entering we were greeted immediately. We also were seated right away. I forgot our servers name but he was very friendly, and attentive. For drinks i got the watermelon martini, and jalepeno margarita. WOW, i must say that the jalepeno margarita from here is the best I've ever had. For starters we had the fried zucchini, fried calamari, and clams for the table in a white sauce. They alll were so delicious!! Especially the clams! For entrees, we got the skirt steak with a side of broccoli rabe, fettuccini alfredo with chicken, pan roasted pork chop, sea bass franchise, and a rigatoni special (i can't remember the name but it had mushrooms and prosciutto) EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS!! But the top three things that were omg wow was the fettuccini alfredo - it was so heavy rich and buttery - we were all like wow. The sea bass was so soft and flavorful we all loved it, And the rigatoni special.. another pasta that was filled with lots of prosciutto and the flavor was amazing!! It was so beautiful and clean inside, enough lighting, the ambience was relaxing.. there was also an outdoor seating in front but it was too hot for us to be outside. Will definitely want to come back read more

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Beautiful fall night out on this lively local street where the entire neighborhood is out and about. Great people watching and there was music playing from the street closure. Seventh street staff is accommodating and attentive. The food was very good. We started with the hot antipasto. Although it's really only enough for two people. You need another app for more people. The bread basket was a nice touch. The menu is very extensive and well priced. I had the salmon which was well portioned and tasty with a Dijon. My aunt had a thin grilled chicken and vegetables. We both loved their scalloped potatoes, yum. My mother had gnocchi bolognese which was very good as well. For desert we went with rainbow cookie but it was missing that rainbow taste. The fruit tart with cream was nice but the cream could have been thicker to give it more taste. Cappuccinos were too light mostly milk in color and taste. Overall very happy this place is still here, it has everything and in a prime location. read more

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I clearly told the server multiple times that I have a severe gluten allergy and needed my meal to be completely gluten free. The server repeatedly reassured me that it was safe, but it turns out the food was not gluten free. I became very sick after eating it. What made it worse was how pushy and dismissive the server was when I expressed concern -- they kept insisting it was fine even though I was skeptical. This experience was not only disappointing but dangerous. If you have food allergies or intolerances, I would not recommend this restaurant as there seems to be a lack of training for the staff. read more

I came to this restaurant for the first time and I enjoyed the decor as well as how spacious the restaurant was. The service was a little slow while waiting to order however, the employees were nice. They have a beautiful meu cover and the exterior looked stunning. They gave me complimentary bread and oil and I ordered penne pasta. The pasta could've been more flavorful however, I still enjoyed it and how it came with broccoli and shrimp. read more

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SSC remains a staple in Garden City. It's cute and pretty. Service is good and there is variety in the menu for food and drinks. When in the area stop by at SSC. read more

The Seventh Street Cafe is an amazing restaurant located in beautiful downtown Garden City. It is nothing less than a treat to dine here. I am very lucky that for many years (pre Yelp) I worked next door. We came here often for lunch when we wanted to do something special. Seventh Street is the place to do that. There is plenty of parking in the lot behind the restaurant or on the other side of the street. There is a cool-slick ambiance that makes it very enjoyable to be there. The service is impeccable. They work as a team and there is always someone available to help you. It is a great friendly work staff. I was there for a downstairs event and was eating upstairs so my order was given prior to sitting at a table. As soon as we came up our food was ready. with started with a delicious cool crisp salad. Tasty and fresh. My main meal was Shrimp Francaise. It was perfect-wonderful. The francaise here has always been the best. Even my return visit 10 years later was exactly how I remembered it. I never moved past the chicken, sole or shrimp francaise so I'm limited with my menu choices but seeing the expression on all the diners faces here tell you that everything is just that good!!! Kudos to the team here at Seventh Street Cafe read more

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Very tasty food in a nice setting Good service. Favorable table spacing. Food was very good and ample portion size with the exception of the mussels appetizer which had good sauce but very small mussels. May be because of the time of year but they should have mentioned. I would return in the future. I had veal marsala which was quite good read more

Our baby shower was held here yesterday afternoon. When you walk inside, there's an upstairs and downstairs dining. Our party was downstairs, and I liked knowing it was more private and I could get a chance to catch up with everyone. I didn't plan any of it, I saw there was already a prefixed menu. We had a salad, entrée, and coffee or tea towards the end with our cake. The food was good, the service was great, and they constantly checked on between the bar in the back, refilling waters or other beverages, and our servers were friendly. The only drawback was the bathroom downstairs. It was a small space but very messy. I would suggest someone check on it when possible so other customers don't complain. I know a few women ahead of me did complain. The restaurant is quaint, I wouldn't want it to be ruined because of bathroom comments. It was a lovely afternoon. We parked in the back and the parking lot is big and shared with other stores. A bunch of our guests complimented how great Seventh Street Café was. Thank you for making our day a memorable one with loved ones! read more

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Came in on a whim looking for a place to eat breakfast as we're visiting colleges and this place was close to our hotel. Boy am I glad I found the seventh street cafe!!! Owners Mr. Scotto and Brooke were super inviting and friendly! They looked pretty busy and didn't think we would get a seat but they were able to accommodate us and sat us at the bar top. My son and I both had the egg sandwich and it was superb! The bread was fresh, crunchy and the cheese was oozing outside the sandwich as it should. The egg was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were both crispy and savory. Win win all around I will definitely be back here for dinner! If you're thinking about coming here, don't just do it. You won't regret your breakfast lunch or dinner choice. A+ all around for sure. The service was efficient (as we were in a time crunch) the atmosphere is very inviting and the food was spectacular what else could you ask for! An appetite that's for sure :) read more

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We went for brunch and it wasn't too busy. The ambiance is pretty cute and all of the staff were friendly. I got the breakfast sandwich and I think it was the best thing anyone ordered. It's a large portion size and the French bread was so good. I tried some of my sisters crepes and unfortunately they had come out cold and were on the thicker side. The French toast and the steak and eggs were okay as well. I liked the area this restaurant was in and would go back if we were ever in town again. read more

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Pretty good. They have nice sized portions and the fish was nice. The service was also pretty good

Went here for a ladies gathering for coffee, cakes, and fruit. Sweets were tasty and they accommodated our party nicely. Only negative was that the place is all hard surfaces and areas are separated by a low wall and fabric curtains so the noise level gets rather loud, especially with children getting fussy on the other side of the curtain. Go for the food but know that it does get loud. read more

Second visit at this restaurant and the place seemed the same as on my first visit. As always, loved the nice decor and classy ambiance. I came today for a luncheon meet-up with my girlfriends. Our server was nice and sweet. A bowl of bread with Italian dipping oil was served before taking our order. I had Farfalle al Salmone (Bow Tie Pasta with Fresh Norwegian Salmon in a Pink Sauce) for my entree. It was delicious, creamy and tasted right the way I wanted. Huge serving portion for my small tummy. I had to request to boxed it. My friends were happy with their chicken salad and happily finished it. It took us a while to get our bill which sadly made it one star less for my review. Our server got busy with other tables. Oh well, the hold up made us late for our next commitment. The location is on a popular Garden City street. Huge parking lot in the back. read more

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We came here for dinner after an appointment a few doors down. There is a nice ambiance and it wasn't too loud. They start you off with bread and a delicious oil to dip. We ordered fried zucchini & 2 salads for apps- tricolor and caesar. Very fresh tasting. The entrees we chose were chicken and penne vodka. the food was very good and potions sufficient. But it was pretty expensive. Given the location, that's not a surprise. All in all it was a good choice read more

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Discovered this restaurant when looking for outdoor dining options and have been here probably 6 times since. The food is always great, whether appetizers (baked clams, hot antipasta, etc), salads, and seafood entrees. Other people in my groups have enjoyed the veal and steak and pasta dishes. I usually go for seafood - today I had sea bass oreganata and it was great. Unfortunately we were hungry ans didn't take food photos before eating! I did ask what the whole fish options were tonight but there aren't any read more

Seventh Street Cafe - Outdoor dining - Italian Near Me - Garden City, New York

First, let's be clear - this isn't a cafe. This is a second rate diner that is in major need of an overhaul. Maybe it's my own fault when I opted to stay after seeing the artificial wall made out of Decicco pasta boxes, oversized jars of marinated olives and Grey Goose vodka. I should have run out then, but instead stayed for the worst avocado toast I have ever encountered. Why the worst, well, the bread was the cheap whole wheat found in any deli AND it wasn't toasted. The avocado was slimy and turned the untoasted bread into mush. The over easy eggs on top werent over easy. Yolks were broken and the eggs were at best fried and dried out. The glass separating our booth had a big crack in it. Tastefully repaired with packing tape. Yep. Beyond this, the waitstaff is miserable. They are angry about something - could be the raucous noise level or maybe it's the really cheap Italian decor. In either case, stay away. This is a noisy, classless joint. read more

Nice relaxing open atmosphere early Friday evening. Appreciated the generous pour of wine: Chianti was decent. Stuffed clams were tasty. Mussels were good but very mild in flavor. I had the pasta special: farfalle with baby shrimp, escarole and white beans. Pasta was too soft. Escarole had a nice smoky flavor. Dish was decent but could have been cooked less. House Tiramasu was far too sweet. Should cut the sugar in half. The black forest cake was very good but could also be less sweet. Vongole with pasta was good as was the service. read more

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This is my second time here. The first time was for a wedding shower. That and today were pleasant experiences. This cafe is, apparently, the place to have your parties. There was a baby shower going on downstairs as our retirement party. At one point, the manager came into our party saying we had to keep the noise down. Ridiculous. It's a party. We can make as much noise as we want where we were; you have the party in another area where the noise would be muffled or you ask the hosts to have the party at a time where the other part of the restaurant isn't heavy with patrons. Other than this glitch, SEVENTH STREET CAFE is the place to come for small gatherings. The food was delivered hot!! A plus. read more

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Place is good enough. Almost like a glorified diner type of place. The service was good. There is no real ambiance - just a crowded place. The food is decent. Just not an exciting place, but a good spot for lunch. read more

This restaurant exceeded my expectations! First and foremost, it's beautifully decorated. Secondly, the staff is amazing! Our waiter was beyond kind and attentive. Lastly the food was delicious and so were the drinks. It was a party of 4 of us and we all got different dishes. I opted for the chicken piccata. It was delicious and savory. I also got the spicy jalapeño margarita and let me tell you it had a kick to it but was also refreshing. Our waiter made sure our glasses were not empty and overall was just very friendly and kind. I highly recommend this place. 10/10 food 10/10 service 10/10 drinks There is lots of parking in the lot so getting parking shouldn't be an issue. read more

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I visited on a Saturday with a group of eight ladies. Our food came out of the kitchen very staggered, so many were waiting while some were already eating. Our waitress seemed annoyed by any menu question, and very defensive when I asked her to exchange my soda as it tasted metallic. The replacement she brought was just as bad, so a wasted four dollars. I ordered the Margarita pizza. Having eaten only a piece and a half, I asked for a box to take the rest home. The still hot left-over pie was taken away to be "boxed". What was returned to me was five pieces smashed one piece on top of each other into an aluminum carry-out dish. OMG! None of it could be salvaged at home, it was a glob. I consider this experience a " lesson learned " . I certainly have better ways to spend twenty- six dollars and at least be able to enjoy a soda. Just because it's Garden City doesn't make it good. read more

Delicious food. Staff and owner very friendly. Bridal shower was an exceptional experience. Restaurant was set up perfect.

service was excellent ...The service was great. I feel like going back. The food was great . I'll be back soon..

The service was welcoming and attentive. The gamberi oreganata was delicious--we three each chose it--and the fried calamari was delicious, too. (Of course it was! Fried food is not the healthy choice, but, hey, it was an occasion.) The tiramisu was mediocre but the tartufo was heavenly. It was a bit too noisy to hear my low spoken auntie but the decor was tasteful and the chairs were comfortable. This place is a favorite. read more

So glad I found this cute cafe with great brunch food. The service was good, waiters were attentive. The food was delicious. The inside looks like a floral museum. Very nice. read more

Seventh Street Cafe - Frittata , crepes, avocado toast, cranberry French toast - Italian Near Me - Garden City, New York

A great go to spot during the pandemic. They created a beautiful roomy outdoor seating area. The pizza (Neapolitan) was the best thing we had Eggplant parm hero was decent but the bread was not anything great. Not enough sauce. Eggplant was soft and good Tomato mozzarella and prosciutto had scanty prosciutto, good fresh mozz but again the bread was nothing. It would be so much better with better bread! Possibly toasted at that. I'd still come back for the pizza and try a few more items. read more

Such a great place! Their menu is very large. The first time I came here I got an avocado toast. A little disappointed when I was presented with it. The avocado was not mash and it was just very there. Only one piece of toast, definitely not worth it for the price. I came back about a month ago and I got a delicious salad! The salad was really filling. It was a great size and it was just so delicious! The only other downside of this place is that they don't have nondairy milk. I'm always looking for a nice cup of coffee to start my day, and it's very disappointing when they don't even have almond milk as a substitute. Overall good place read more

I am late writing this review. Had my daughter's Bridal shower in November 2024. EVERTHING was wonderful...the staff and the owner Victor could not have been more gracious and accommodating. The food was outstanding and served hot and delicious.Of course you can not beat the ambience of the restaurant. We had a small shower so we just needed the lovely area on the main floor with just enough privacy. The staff were amazing and could not have been more helpful...The catering package we selected was the best we found and included the cake as well .....one stop shopping for a busy event was a plus! We were coordinating long distance so it was a comfort to know we were in such good hands. PS it was my parents favorite restaurant many years ago and nice to see they are still in the area thriving. read more

Food is good for the most part , but can be a hit or miss at times. Staff is dismissive ,rude, uneducated.

I recently went for dinner with my mom at Seventh Street Cafe, a place we used to frequent in the past. I always remember being thrilled by whatever I ordered and appreciative of the impeccable service. My latest experience there was less than stellar, and I am hoping it was just an "off" day and that I can update this review in the future. The Glows: Located on Seventh Street, a very cute block that screams "ditch the car and walk along our street!", this venue has a beautiful atmosphere. A lot of attention was paid to the decor and the high ceiling and bright colors give you the feeling of being in an establishment in Italy. We were greeted promptly and everyone we dealt with was pleasant. My mom ordered a mixed drink and said her cocktail was delicious. We shared the fried calamari and the marinara sauce was superb. Each table was given complimentary bread and oil for dipping. The Grows: My glass was dirty and so were all of our utensils. I wasn't going to mention this in my review, but I see that this was cited in other reviews here. First time is a mistake, second time it's a pattern. No one came over to refill our waters throughout the entire meal. No one offered grated cheese for our pasta or fresh black pepper. The restaurant was not busy, so I cannot even forgive these affronts because of being understaffed--they were not understaffed. If anything, there were a lot of people walking around with seemingly nothing going on. While the sauce that accompanied the calamari was wonderful, the calamari itself was barely breaded and it was so bland. Yuck. The chicken piccata was good, but nothing memorable. The whole experience was also ruined because I did not order chicken piccata--I ordered a different chicken dish that I was really looking forward to trying. Our server did not write down our order (three things), nor did she call back what we told her. I should have known better. It took awhile to flag her down to tell her the dish was wrong. She offered to replace it, and I know the owners care about customer service. But at that point, the whole experience was anticlimactic and we didn't want to wait for the correct dish to be prepared. All in all, I felt this once-loved venue declined in quality of both the service and the food. With so many other Italian venues within close proximity, I may or may not be back again. read more

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First time here in many years. Very fine food, service and ambiance. Fine for special occasion or normal night out. Limited wine list, if that's a factor, but serviceable dozen or so WBTG and the same as bottles. read more

My son and I had Christmas Eve dinner at Seventh Street Cafe and it was a wonderful experience. The food was phenomenal. Fresh, high quality and perfectly prepared and presented. Service was impeccable, Attentive and professional. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has an inviting, Tuscan vibe. All in all, a fantastic experience read more

Had lunch outside on a beautiful day. Food was phenomenal. I had Chicken Franchise and husband had brunch Steak and Eggs. Everything was done perfectly. Good wine selection too. Only down side was the service initially. Took a bit to get someone to seat us and two tables that were seated after us were waited on first. The busboy came and asked if we were okay and we had to ask if we had a server. He sent our server over and from there everything was fine. read more

We attended 7th Street Cafe this morning and are regular customers. We come every Sunday, and this will be the last time we are ever step foot in there. We moved to another table because the restaurant was completely empty. Then Mr. Scotto the owner came over and told us that it was reserved. There was no sign on the table indicating this. He should be respectful for people who are regulars. He told me that he didn't like me and basically threw us out. I will never step foot in there and I don't think anybody else should either. The only thing he cares about is his weekly parties. He is not a nice man, not respectful, sarcastic and very hurtful!! Shame on you Mr. Scotto!! Learn how to put a smile on your face. Be grateful for all you have, and own up to your mistakes. An apology is in order from you!! Appreciate all those who support your business!! The only saving grace to his restaurant is a wonderful and amazing staff. He should leave and let them run the restaurant without him!! I just read your comments and you switched everything around. I don't know who wrote it, but definitely Not the owner. Mr Scotto himself pointed his finger at me in my face and said I don't like you . He made several accusations that were incorrect and untrue just to save face. He's rude, selfish and undeniably mean. I didn't throw anything, I didn't do any of those things. You're switching the story around so you could look good to save face. You were nasty to my boyfriend which is how this all started, saying the table is reserved. No one was in your restaurant, but us. Maybe that's a telling sign too. The bottom line is your restaurant was completely empty, Mr. Scotto came over and told us to move. He pointed his finger at me and said, "I don't like you". We have been there every single week and we will no longer go there. He never says hello, welcomes us, or puts a smile on his face. He should be ashamed of himself. He cursed, approached my boyfriend a little too close and was frightening. I will never go to 7th Street Cafe again and neither should the public!! His manager wasn't nice either, and the funny thing is when I said I'm going to write something on Yelp, she said, "They dont care about Yelp", but obviously they do. read more

The food and service were excellent. I had the most delicious, hot, three-egg omelette with feta, spinach and tomato. It came with really tasty home fries and toast. And of course a mimosa. Our waitress was lovely and there were many busboys helping out. Nice, subdued lighting. A very good experience! read more

I made a reservation for Mothers Day on 4/26. I was told I needed to give a $100 deposit which would be fully refunded if I cancel with at 5 days notice. I called today 4/29 to cancel. I was very honest with the man who answered today. Same guy who took my reservation. I told him that my husband and I saw the Yelp reviews, and spoke with someone who had just had dinner there, and we were not comfortable spending the $$. All of this goes to say, it doesn't matter why we were cancelling, we are giving 2 weeks notice. The man (with a very thick Italian accent , and I only mention this because he refused to give me his name) became unhinged, screaming at me. Telling me I'm crazy to cancel a reservation due to *ONE* bad review. See below - there are MANY bad reviews. He went on a tirade about how he's been in business for 30 years and their food is award winning. I tried to verify that we would not be charged the $100 deposit, and he said "I will keep your fuck!ng money" and hung up on me!!!! I called back, and the same man with the lovely Italian accent answered. I reminded him that we were cancelling with 14 days notice, so he should not be charging the deposit. He said he'd do what he wants, and hung up on me again. I strongly urge anyone looking to make a reservation, Mother's Day or not, to reconsider. If they treat customers like this, imagine how they treat employees. All of this to say, we will be calling the bank and filing fraud charges against Seventh Street Cafe. read more

Seventh Street Cafe - Specifically says 1 week notice needed for full refund (even though we were told 5 days on the phone...). We cancelled with 14 days notice. - Italian Near Me - Garden City, New York

the atmosphere was calming and welcoming and just what you want after a long day quiet and peaceful and beautiful design. the staff were incredible excellent service and the FOOD! oh soooooo delicious! my new favorite restaurant for sure. read more

Seventh Street Cafe is such a cute restaurant - and it's big! They do a lot of private parties and have a huge room downstairs. I came here with my fiance because we are considering to have our rehearsal dinner there and the staff was wonderful! The food is good, nothing spectacular but paired with some wine and a great ambience, it works. We share the fritto misto appetizer which came with a great sauce, a salad, and the chicken parm. Portion-wise, this isn't one of those Italian restaurants where you get enough food on one plate for a small country, but it was still hefty. Overall, we really enjoyed it at Seventh Street. Definitely a rehearsal dinner contender! read more