Rustico Taverna exceeded every expectation. Following a family funeral service, we needed a…read morerestaurant near the cemetery that could graciously accommodate a group of 20 guests, and they did so with warmth, compassion, and impeccable hospitality. The food was truly outstanding--authentic Italian cuisine prepared with care and served in abundant portions. The meal began with a fresh, delicious salad and a wonderful hot antipasto, followed by a generous main course featuring excellent meats and perfectly prepared pasta. The grand finale was an absolutely fantastic tiramisu that everyone raved about. What impressed us most was the way the entire staff handled our gathering with such professionalism, grace, and attentiveness. They made a difficult day much easier by bringing family and friends together to share memories and enjoy a beautiful meal in a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. Rustico Taverna is exactly what a great neighborhood Italian restaurant should be: exceptional food, plentiful portions, warm hospitality, and attentive service. We give them our highest recommendation and look forward to returning under happier circumstances.

Rustico Taverna has a nice team of people that always make you feel welcome. The interior is pretty…read more(maybe a little warm, but it was unseasonably balmy this evening). I'm leaving a review because they had a menu revamp, and the salmon special that I ordered tonight was outstanding. Juicy, a nice grill char, so flavorful. Great job!

I love when I just stumble upon a restaurant and it becomes a perfect night. I saw a movie in the…read morearea and my husband and I were hungry so we searched for a near by restaurant and this happened to be it. We made a quick reservation but didn't need to at all. They immediately brought bread to the table and it was yummy! Because we were the last people to leave we ended up taking home extra bread and I've been eating it with my breakfast. So this was the meal that kept giving. We got the tricolore salad, fresh and simple. We then got the branzino and lasagna bolognese. Both were cooked perfectly. I never order lasagna but this was great! Branzino was fresh and flaky. We had this with a carafe of Chianti. I love that they have all 3 options for per glass, carafe and bottle! All of this wasn't too expensive either! Highly recommend if you're in this beautiful area.

Food: The food was absolutely delicious! Knowing that all of the ingredients are sourced from local…read moreneighborhood stores made the experience feel even more wholesome and authentic. Every dish was beautifully presented and served in generous portions, making the meal both satisfying and memorable. The pasta dishes and pork chops were especially outstanding. And the espresso martini was hands down the best I've ever had! Service: The service was excellent--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our server was happy to explain menu items and made us feel well taken care of throughout the meal. Ambiance: The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with the perfect balance of elegance and comfort. It's a smaller, more intimate space, which adds to its charm, but I would definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that I can't wait to repeat!

This joint serves Italy on a plate. The pasta is silky, the sauces feel crafted with love, and…read moreevery bite reminds you food is an art. The atmosphere? Cozy but elevated - perfect for a date or just celebrating yourself with a glass of wine. When I say authentic, I mean flavors that transport you, it's an experience. Live, love & laugh - Sha

It's all ok. We were the only diners on a Thursday night. Place used to be a Latin joint maybe…read moresame owners. Not a true Italian restaurant IMO. Nice man working there. Friendly service. Shared a small margarita pizza ( nothing to write home about, not so far from a decent frozen pizza) just average and not bad. Cavatelli with vodka sauce was good. Had a little mozzarella on top. Good flavor. Also had chicken Marsala. It was a decent portion with mashed potatoes and veggies ( fresh not frozen or boiled). Cash only. Zero ambiance. No wine or beer. No need to return.

My sis wanted to come here for her b day dinner after finding the Tomahawk Thursday deal on IG…read more The food was great, although I did want to like the pulpo more, it was ok. Everything else I did love! The drinks were amazing, and the Tomahawk itself was awesome! With the Thurs Tomahawk deal, it comes with a red wine bottle which I did want to switch out for something a bit sweet, but it only comes with a dry red wine option. Other than that nice atmosphere, they do have two floors there and the staff themselves were attentive and great! Nice experience with family here.

Updating my review as you can tell from the first review service has not gotten any better. I was…read morereally disappointed with my experience. The restaurant felt extremely cramped, and the service was very slow. Our table waited a long time, and people in our group finished their meals before the side of pasta even arrived. To make matters worse, once coffee finally came, we were rushed to leave because they said people had been waiting a long time for tables. It was packed, but that's frustrating when the delay was due to slow service in the first place. Overall, the food may be good, but the cramped space and rushed ending after such slow service made the experience unpleasant.

I have been here about ten times. I am always satisfied. The food is consistently good! The red…read moresauce is made fresh daily and it is made with love. The shrimp fra Diavlo is my favorite! The linguine, sauce, nice size shrimp, clams and mussels are put together nicely. I took some home and it was just a delicious a day later! The semolina bread thats served with red peppers and olive oil, are fantastic. And the carafe of house red wine to wash it all down is magnificent! I will continue to support this business!

Took a little jaunt over to Ridgewood to meet some relatives and found this little neighborhood…read moregem. Service is highly rated, there's a swarm of people that are buzzing around to make sure your glasses are filled and food is served up quickly. Meatballs and calamari for apps were really good and the fresh bread before the meal was outstanding. We had a sampling of spaghetti bolognese, chicken Alfredo and clams in white wine sauce. Also don't skip on the house Cabernet. I'm a bit of a wine snob and this was honestly so good. Overall the portions were enough for take home leftovers and we left feeling very full and well cared for. Thanks for a great, just like family experience.

Food was amazing as was the service . Great place and will definitely be going back again. The Veal…read morechop was extraordinary!!

I highly recommend this restaurant. We were given the 3 rd floor private rom for a family event. It…read morecouldn't have been better!! The room was perfect. The service was excellent and the food was delicious!!! The management was kind and accommodating. I give the whole experience 5 stars

I've come to this restaurant many times, if it's for a date or a family dinner for 10, Armando's…read morealways shows exceptional service and delicious food! I've eaten so much from this place but have no pictures because I just dig in! I recommend the charcuterie board as an appetizer. It's always unique/different every time I have ordered it. The chocolate mousse cake was cute with a little chocolate mouse on top. It was also rich with flavor. Overall 5/5!

Ate here today after work as a paraprofessional at P.S. 12 Q for dinner feeling hungry and quite…read moreexhausted. I had brought and ate the seafood risotto with lobster tail and then tiramisu for dessert that it had tasted great and delicious. The service there was also attentive and super fast that I thanked my server Miguel for serving up my meals today and was given a 10% discount for today while dining in. I couldn't agree more about it. The ambiance was definitely really quiet and has relaxing Italian instrumental music playing so calmly. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :)

Antica Trattoria in Ridgewood is a step up from many of the usual local haunts in terms of romantic…read moreambiance and authentic Italian fare. The staff is pleasant and the food is always fresh and delicious. It's nice for families, but probably better for couples and friends. Today, my husband and I stopped in for dinner after work. I had a glass of rosé, the crab cake, and the spinach and ricotta ravioli. He ordered the peach sangria, fried mozzarella, the chicken cordon bleu, and a side of broccoli rabe. Five outta five, as usual. Highly recommend.

First off great service! They were a little bit busy when we arrived, but we were seated rather…read morequickly. They checked on us often without being overbearing. The ambiance is dimmed lighting & chill. Food was delicious. Portions were perfect. Highly recommended this spot! Two thumbs up!