5 Italian North Shore Restaurants Worth Visiting 🍝
Long Island is no stranger to Italian restaurants. With these popular spots being the staple of many family’s nights out, we thought it would be worth looking at some of Long Island’s favorite Italian restaurants on the North Shore. Read below to find some great spots for authentic and delicious Italian food.
La Spezia, Sea Cliff
La Spezia boasts great family-style Italian fare, stating that they “bring the style and comfort of Italy” to their patrons. The restaurant has several menus, with easy take-out and catering options. Otherwise, they cater to the dinner crowd with delicious meals meant to be shared among family and friends. La Spezia’s menu contains many pasta staples, including delicious bolognese and even vegetable-based pasta like zucchini linguine.
388, Roslyn Heights
388 is a Roslyn Heights favorite, boasting some of the Island’s best authentic Italian cuisine, served with specialized Tuscan flare. On their extensive menu, entrees like pasta and chicken take the stage, but there is also what they call the “Healthy Corner” for gluten-free and other healthier meals. Their party packages, coming in four different elaborate styles, also bring multi-course meals to those looking for a great dining experience to celebrate loved ones.
DiMaggio’s Trattoria & Bar, Port Washington
Established in 1978, DiMaggio’s has had a long history on Long Island with a more casual atmosphere and authentic Italian food that has been charming patrons for years. While the atmosphere is casual, the decor is an experience in itself, making patrons feel as if they have been transported to Italy. The menu comprises some Italian favorites, including many types of pasta and entrees served with plentiful side dishes.
Il Mulino Long Island, Roslyn
Il Mulino is a popular chain of Italian Restaurants that can be found throughout New York. Their Long Island location, known as Il Mulino Long Island, contains much of what is to love about this popular brand, in particular spacious and elegant decor, as well as delicious Italian eats. Containing a more streamlined menu, you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu from antipasti like their burrata caprese to their fresh fish and meat entrees.
Antonino’s Italian Restaurant, Manhasset
Antonino’s Italian Restaurant has been around for over twenty years and with a steady following throughout Long Island, particularly for their popular catering services. The restaurant itself is comfortable and authentic with plenty to enjoy. Antonino’s serves both lunch and dinner. Their large menu is perfect for those of many different tastes, and there are options for single and family (3-4 people) menu items perfect for sharing.
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