How have I never reviewed this gem before? I absolutely love Vesta. It's a cute and cozy place with super chill vibes and an atmosphere that can't be beat when you're in the mood for a glass of wine on a slow night to catch up with a friend. (And that's what I usually do since she lives around the corner, lol.) The appetizers are appealing and always delicious - it's usually what we stick to ordering - the Meat & Cheese board, the meatballs and also of course steamed mussels. I think they also have a brunch menu, which I'd like to try soon. The service is also great - the staff is always patient, never rushes us and is always pleasant. I really enjoy coming here. read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Ate at Vesta with my family years ago, and we decided to revisit the place. Had reservations on a Saturday evening for a party of 6. We were running a little late and called the restaurant, but we got there within 15 minutes of the reservation and were seated promptly. The place was relatively empty when we got there toward the opening of dinner service, but quickly filled up as the evening progressed. There's not a very extensive menu, basically one page of food and one page of drinks, but they put together a nice variety of options. We ordered a few glasses of wine, including from the wine on tap, which were great. Ordered several apps, most of which were large enough to share with everyone: burrata (fresh and creamy, which we piled onto the accompanying toast), steamed mussels (couldn't stop dipping the garlic crostini in the flavorful broth), and baked shrimp & calamari (the seafood was tender, and the sauce had a little kick to it and was great for dipping the toasted sourdough in). Two of my sisters ordered individual apps: carrot & ginger soup (came out piping hot and had a well-balanced flavor), and the spring salad (the ingredients were so fresh, especially the tomatoes). For my main dish, I ordered the gnocchi. The gnocchi was a little firm, but the sauce was flavorful and the braised rabbit lent the dish a mild meaty taste. My sisters had the wild boar lasagna (packs a flavorful punch) and the pasta special, spaghetti al limone (my sister liked it, but said she wasn't wowed enough to order it again). My BIL had the braised meatballs, usually an appetizer, as his main dish. It came with three tender, flavorful meatballs in a slightly spicy tomato sauce. My parents had the half roasted chicken and the pan seared striped bass, which they both immensely enjoyed. We all saved room for our favorite dessert: the Baby Jesus cake. If you love sticky toffee pudding, then this is the dessert for you. It is divine. We also got the house-made gelato, which comes with three scoops. We got one of each flavor: vanilla (plenty of vanilla bean flecks and tasted like it had honey in it), strawberry (a little tart, but with the right amount of sweetness), and cinnamon (my favorite flavor, nice warming spice). The souffle al cioccolato came out nice and hot, wasn't too sweet, and had a rich chocolate flavor. It was a wonderful ending to a delicious dinner. Service was great from start to finish. They were helpful with answering questions, refilling water, clearing off plates, and checking in on us every so often. They also have one bathroom that is cat themed (as a cat lady, this made me love this place even more). You can even upload your cat's pics to be shared on the digital display via a QR code. This is a wonderful neighborhood spot, and we will definitely be back. read more

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It's not hard to find decent Italian food in Queens. But it's hard to find great, authentic Italian food....so enter Vesta! It has truly amazing food, fair prices, good service and a family feel. We have been twice on weekend nights and both times were treated to prompt, friendly service. Try the lasagna you won't be sorry! Food: 5/5. The tomato sauce is key. It's tangy, but semi-sweet, and seems made with love. Service: 5/5. Ambiance: 5/5. Semi-rustic wood tables and dark lighting make it seem like a real taverna from Rome. Plenty of seats but it may be a little cramped for parties of more than 4 Value: 4/5. The entrees run about $20-30 each, but the quality is high. read more

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Perfect cozy little italian restaurant in western astoria! The wild boar lasagna is a must try if you appreciate gamey flavors. I've never heard of Baby Jesus cake before and was pleasantly surprised, definitely need to try it in Italy too read more

I thought the service was great. However, the food was left to be desired. We ordered the burrata for the table which was very tasty and the plating was done very well. The romesco sauce, sorrel pesto & crostini all went together nicely. However, the Agnolotti wasn't to my liking, it looked like ravioli and it was overpowered with cheese. The parmesean, ricotta, mascarpone with white win and butter sauce was really too much altogether. Tried their pizza called the Diavolo, which has fresh mozzarella, provolone, hot soppressata and spicy maple syrup. The texture of the bread wasn't too my liking. The dough didn't have enough texture so the bread and the crust were flat. It definitely didn't hit the spot. However, the dessert which were 3 scoops of gelato did hit the spot. Overall, the entrees were a miss but the appetizer and dessert were a hit. read more

Even though the area around this place is dead, it feels completely different inside. Perfect for a date night with their selection of wine being a must to try. The pasta is tasty, especially the orecchiette. Pizza is delicious too. Service is a little standoff-ish but fast! read more

Had a really great meal here! It was late in the evening and they were out of a few things, but everything we ordered exceeded my expectations. Make sure to get the mushroom orecchiette! read more

My friend wanted Italian and I'm a brunch girl so I found Vesta on Yelp that offered food that would satisfy both. We were immediate seated upon arrival given it was early afternoon. The place is humble and has a home feel to the place. Our waiter quickly came by and brought us a bottle of water & cups. He returned a few minutes later and took our order. The food swiftly came and it looked delicious! Given my avoidance for carbs I tried the egg calabrese with ricotta. I was delightfully surprised how good it was. The flavors blended well and the broccoli rabe and ricotta was a nice contrast with eggs. Definitely would order again. Overall great food and service. Will come back for dinner to try their Italian dishes. read more

Vesta - LItaliano - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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My husband and I have been here twice now. Both times have been amazing. Margherita pizza is soo good!! Service is excellent. read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

4.0 stars. Friendly staff, clean establishment, good prices and authentic tasting (I think). Burrata appetizer is awesome. The pesto sauce and tomato pepper sauce with the Burrata on baguette slices is a combo that just makes sense. I think the mussels were off this evening. Our order tasted like it came straight from the Hudson River or something lol, that or maybe there wasn't enough lemon or vinegar or wine used during cooking to kill the strong ocean taste. In any case, wasn't an ideal way to start the meal lol. Branzino was absolutely perfect. Tender, juicy and crispy skin that went very well with the orzo. (orzo was kinda salty but still good). Highly recommend this dish Had three of the pastas, all solid nothing to complain about. read more

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Vesta is such a great Astoria restaurant. The owner is a wonderful guy who's super attentive to his patrons. One can tell immediately how much love he's poured into his business. The restaurant is small, but there's a good amount of seating at low tops, high tops, the bar area and outside patio. The burrata is a must as well as the Diavolo Arabbiatto pizza. There's also a good wine selection. read more

Vesta - Pizza!!! - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Been coming here since they opened... still a wonderful place. Solid tomato sauce. Love the bathroom of cats! Always a warm and fuzzy feeling at this spot. They always make me feel at home. See you again really soon, Vesta! Hugs! read more

The place was small and cozy. This was such a random find - we were hungry and in the area. We sat at the bar, and we were quick to be greeted. People were all chatting amongst each other but it was pretty much a familiar vibe. I think there were some regulars. The food selection sounded yummy but unfortunately we had to wait a really long time for our entrees. We were not told what happened, and the people next to us received their food earlier even though one of them ordered the same I did and they arrived later. It was worth the wait though. The team just apologized even if we did not complain (things happen!). Both pastas were delicious and our appetizer's pesto felt incredibly fresh. Portions were also good, and their drink selection extensive to pass the time. read more

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I had an absolutely great time at Vesta. The service, food, and environment were some of the best I've had for a restaurant of this caliber. At around $30-35 a person, the dishes definitely matched the pricing point. There is a tight and high quality menu that still manages to express such a variety of unique and delicious options, of which the staff helped us navigate. We each talked about our preferences, our flavor palettes, and our server recommended us individual dishes. (Also if you are interested in wines he was very knowledgeable for options too) Overall, it was a catered, upscale evening with great food and amazing service, for not a terribly high price. read more

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My boyfriend and I had a craving for pizza and a nice plate pasta, so we decided to try out Vesta. I loved the rustic ambiance, truly a hidden gem. The service was friendly and efficient. We were pleasantly surprised by the complimentary focaccia with oil--it was a nice start to our meal. For our appetizer, we went with the braised meatballs, which were delicious. We then shared the diavolo pizza and the gnocchi. The pizza, with its thin crust and the kick from the spicy maple syrup, was an instant favorite for me. I felt the gnocchi could have been seasoned a bit more, but my boyfriend loved it. Without a doubt, we'll be returning, and I highly recommend making a reservation as it tends to get busy, especially in the evenings. read more

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My first time in Astoria and wow what a great little restaurant. Delicious wine and food. I had the orange wine on tap, always intrigued by an orange wine on a menu. The burger was outstanding, but the other entrees also called to me. I will return here ASAP! My bartender/server gave me suggestions on other sights to see in the neighborhood. Such a lovely neighborhood spot. read more

I was so delighted to be able to grab an early dinner at Vesta while watching one of their wine tasting events. The ambiance and decor were so cozy and I loved the space. I was a solo diner and really appreciated how welcoming and warm the staff were! As a visitor, they made me feel like a member of the community. The bread I thought was fantastic and the gnocchi was cooked well in my opinion. The sauce had more lamb than I was expecting and I really enjoyed the dish! I wish I had room for dessert but I was so happy with my gnocchi and wine. Overall I highly recommend for you next girls night or date night, can't wait to be back! read more

Vesta - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

What a lovely intimate Italian spot in Astoria! We came here last night for our end of the year dinner. We had made a reservation through RESY and were seated right away. The place is rather dark but the service was amazing. We all had wine to start and ordered 3 appetizers to share. We had the pizza, burrata and meatballs. As an entree, I had the lasagna but since we were so full from the appetizers I took majority of the lasagna to go. I would definitely come back for another glass of wine and appetizers. See you in 2023 Vesta! read more

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Best Italian food I've had in Astoria, and top 5 in all of NYC. The mushroom pasta, burrata app, and baby jesus cake were beyond amazing. Mind you, I did delivery on Door Dash and it was still THAT GOOD! Portions were all of good size. Will definitely be ordering again. read more

We got together at this spot for lunch. It's a good thing I plan to come back here very regularly to try them all. The staff members are adequately friendly and highly helpful. The restaurant distinguishes itself in small ways. Vesta accomplishes remarkable consistency. read more

Incredible time at Vesta! A great girls night spot or date night location! The ambiance and food was 10/10, plus bartender Raul was amazing! David is always so kind and amazing. read more

The interior is wonderfully arranged. Staff workers were remarkably accessible and helpful. I appreciated the unusual, amusing environment. The meals taste wonderful. You get appropriate value throughout. read more

Extremely mediocre food at high prices. None of our 4 entrees was good. The overpriced $26 small dish of "lasagna" was a burnt mess, bearing no resemblance to lasagna of any sort. The expensive $25 hamburger was a nothing burger. The Chicken Parm hero wasn't as good as any local pizza joint version. The Eggs Italiano were only so-so. And, the entire restaurant could do with a good cleaning. read more

Place is mid. Food was ok atmosphere is alright cool design I guess but the hype was way too much my friend David told me about this place and I was very excited . It didn't impress me service was good tho read more

Nice neighborhood spot. Came for brunch and had a great experience. I started with a hot coffee, then my boyfriend and I shared the winter mixed greens and butternut squash salad, warm bankie (loved the polenta), a margherita pizza, and the torta del piccolo bambino gesu cristo dessert (aka the baby Jesus cake). Everything was delicious - but especially that cake! Good service, too. Would return for dinner to try some of the pastas. read more

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Delicious food! The Campari salad was balanced nicely and tried the grape cucumber soup, interesting but very refreshing! Favorite was the mushroom orecchiette, rich and flavorful. The Vesta breakfast was good too, hearty and liked the crispy bacon! It was a nice atmosphere, friendly staff, just would like more attentiveness but it was a delicious satisfying meal! read more

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This place used to be really good but unfortunately this time around the food was not great. The meatballs were good and so was their bread and olive oil. But pasta was over salted. Waited 30 minutes in between the app and main. read more

And they played The Rolling Stones all night!!! Skip the wine on tap. Cabernet was too raw. And y need to offer local beer !!! Chilled corn soup was delicious but has something in it that swelled my husband's tongue. Meat and cheese board was just right. Lovely crusty bread with salami and mortadella. Piece of bleu and parmigiana-like. Tubs of berry jam, olives and ricotta. House focaccia with olive oil to start is amazing. Margherita pizza was too thin but flavorful. More like matzoh pizza or pizzaoh. Service is lovely and friendly. And they don't rush you!! read more

Vesta - Meat and Cheese Board - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I've been twice for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it both times. I love a breakfast pizza and their's is great. Wine/beer only so no bloody marys but that's my biggest complaint. Usually it's a breeze to get a seat. Service is attentive and friendly. read more

Even though this part of Astoria hasn't quite gentrified as some would have predicted (#1), I still think Vesta's gamble by investing in this area has paid off. After a decade of being one of the more consistent Italian themed eateries in Astoria, they've made a name for themselves as one of the most recognizable in the borough. Their small'ish setup is nothing short of charming; ideal for dates and smaller groups and they take reservations. The place is minimal but clean and since the pandemic started, they've also pivoted to a solid outdoor setup. While I typically prefer coming here for brunch, their dinner service is probably the better of the two. (#2) I've always appreciated their super simple menu. There is a limited selection of appetizers, pizzas, pastas, some seasonal entrees and veggie sides. Their short rib ragu pappardelle is damn good and quite possibly my favorite dish in the house. I also have high regard for their orecchiette, which has bits of italian pork sausage, swiss chard, with dill and garlic. From the entrees, I'd give the nod to their wild boar lasagna and the pork shank osso bucco. Both are fantastic, even if the portions are a *widdle* on the small side. The brunch is incredibly underrated in my opinion. The avocado toast is beautiful and the carbonara mac and cheese is as tasty as it is indulgent. I have enjoyed their incredibly thin crust hangover pizza, which is essentially breakfast pizza with potato bacon, sausage, and baked eggs over some spicy tomato and provolone. It's an easy dish to share, as is all of their pizzas really. Service is usually pretty good for the most part. I always am impressed with the bartenders for slinging out drinks left and right, considering how extensive their wine collection is. They have also done a very good job with delivery and takeout, which is not an easy during these times. I hope they continue to stick around and look forward to my next meal there. ____________ (#1) Or for hipster nation, "hoped?" (#2) If you're smart, go to both. read more

I'm so disappointed given how excited I was to come here! Food: I came for brunch and one thing I like is that they have several Options that feel healthy! I ordered the l'italiamo which is poached eggs, salami, with ricotta on bread. It comes with a side of French fries or gone fries and I got French fries! The ricotta was amazing and made the dish special! I would definitely order that again! My friends ordered the omelet and really enjoyed it! Service: I was very disappointed The service was also way to quick even though no one was waiting! Within 30 minutes they got us our food and cleaned our table, which made me feel rushed! Also my friend asked for a salad as a side as opposed to fries, but they never told her that the omelet comes with a salad and fries! Price: Manhattan prices in Astoria for small portions- didn't think it was worth coming to Astoria for this Ambience: I sat outside and there was nothing particularly memorable Covid safety: outdoor seating with heat lamps are available! Everyone wears masks, read more

Vesta - L'italiano - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

I went here with another couple on a double date with my hubby. The food was excellent and the server was great as well. Good but small menu and wine selection, of which we had three bottles! Needless to say we had a great time. read more

Came here for bottomless brunch with some friends. Great deal for the quality and price. The service was good and the food was amazing. I would definitely recommend checking out Vesta. read more

Vesta - Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Truffle Cacio Pepe Fries - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This establishment is one of my local favorite spots to dine! although it is a little off the beaten path it is worth hoping in a cab for. The inside of the restaurant is so charming it has a quite cozy vibe! It truly is the perfect date night spot. I love the menu of food and wine selection I have never had anything bad on the menu! The pasta are fresh and homemade ,huge plus there is nothing like homemade pasta! Top recomendations :Short ribs with polenta, Rabbit Ragu, *Must try the meatballs AND Margarita pizza*The pizza does not contain yeast so it doesnt rise like typical pizza crust.. That being said it is a thin crispy crust , great as an app because you wont get too filled up from it . The orecciette with sausage and lasagna is also one of my favorite dishes ..So much to choose from all are great options! The staff are so welcoming and nice they make you feel like your walking into a friends home .They will go above and beyond to make sure you are happy! Thank you cant wait to visit again soon read more

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This is nice spot in a residential part of Astoria. They have very good pastas. The Lasagna is good. The pizza I didn't care for much. It is way too thin and couldn't hold up the sauce and cheese. Finish off with the Baby Jesus cake. You won't be disappointed read more

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Great Food and Service! All positive reviews match up! Will definitely come back a few times to try as much of the menu as I can since all the items were done so well. I went as a group of 4 and we got a variety of things and not one disappointed. The place has a nice rustic warm vibe and wasn't too loud. A great dining experience. read more

Vesta is my favorite restaurant in Astoria! I've been going to Vesta for the last 10+ years and I swear it gets better every time. The food's great, the atmosphere's great, the people are great...what else do you want?! read more

You just have to good in fact make it a destination if your not from Astoria. Low key the best wine and food pairing dinner. Yea the service is great but the food just speaks "we got you" Say less enjoy yourself the ideal cost effective dinner shout out to Raul our server who made sure everything was great without interrupting. read more

This is a cute little restaurant in a residential spot of Astoria. The vibe of this restaurant is very cute and romantic, so this place is perfect for a date night. The food was okay; a little disappointing for its price point. But overall, the place was okay for what it is. read more

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We weren't even hungry when we came in, so all we ordered was a pie and some dessert. We were just passing time while waiting for our car stereo installation. Had a truly wonderful experience from beginning-to-end. Guy behind the bar (wish I caught his name) seemed to run the show. He greeted us warmly and took our orders. Specials were described with love. Questions we had about the menu were answered with passion. Yes, LOVE the food you serve! He was selling it and we were loving it, even though we weren't hungry. Margherita pizza had a super thin crust with just the right ratio of sauce to cheese. The pumpkin creme brulee was larger than we expected and delicious! Prices are reasonable. Service was wonderful. Ambiance was warm. We don't come to the area often, but Vesta is worth a trip back. read more

Vesta - margherita pizza - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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