Ornella Trattoria Italiana

Name: Ornella Trattoria Italiana
Address: 29-17 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY, United States, 11105
Telephone: (718) 777-9477
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

267 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

29-17 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Romantic
Innovative

Ornella is is an intimate family owned Italian restaurant located in Astoria, Queens. Guiseppe Viterale was named one of the Best Chefs in America (BCA), his wife Ornella oversees the dining room while their children attend to your table.The Viterale's make you feel like you are at their house having dinner.

Our diverse menu shows our emotional attachment to the many dishes our families have served for years.

Our mission statement at "Ornella Trattoria Italiana" is to put as much passion in serving the public as we do our own family. We are committed to using the finest organic ingredients in all our recipes.

And as we say at our house : "Tutti a tavola prima che si fa fredda la pasta"

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Thursday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm -10:00pm
Phone number
(718) 777-9477
Website
http://www.ornellatrattoria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Guiseppe Viterale
Catering
We cater for large groups, please call us for more information.
Private party facilities
Ornella is the jewel in the crown of Astoria fine dining. We are available to meet all of your special event needs.

Location
29-17 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105
Neighborhood
Ditmars Steinway
Cross street
31st Street and 29th Street
Parking details
N and W train on ditmars last stop.
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Asparagi Di Campo$8.00
Asparagus sauteed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and pecorino romano cheese
Duck Meatballs$13.00
Filled with cheese in a brandy. Orange reduction sauce with raisins
Bruschetta Di Nduja$10.00
Toast bread with spread spiced sausage
Pungo Al Forno$12.00
Baked portobello mushroom with garlic, herbs, w.wine And bread crumb
Burrata$12.00
Fresh mozzarella filled with creamy ricotta over arugula with tomato & spiced walnuts
Broccoli Di Rabe$8.00
Sauteed with roasted garlic & e.v.o.
Calamari Alla Griglia$12.00
Grilled atlantic calamari over field greens and tomatoes
Caprese Con Pepperoni$10.00
Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato, roasted pepper and basil
Carpaccio Di Manzo$12.00
Raw beef tenderloin, arugula, hearts of palm, shaved parmesan cheese, white truffle oil
Gamberi & Fagioli$12.00
Broiled shrimp, cannellini beans, garlic, rosemary, tomato and e.v.o.
Prosciutto Di Parma$11.00
Italian ham, barlett pears, gorgonzola dolce and spiced walnuts
Vongole Oreganata$9.00
Baked little neck clams, garlic bread crumb
Calamari Fritti$12.00
Fried squid

Soup

Soup
Ask for the soup dj

Insalate

Belvedere$9.00
Arugula, radicchio, endives, barlett pears, gorgonzola, spiced walnuts
Cesare$8.00
Hearts of romaine lettuce, classic cesar dressing
Bianca$9.00
Endive, artichokes, heart of palm, white mushrooms, shaved parmesan in champagne vinaigrette
Verde Mista$7.00
Mixed greens, tomato, roasted pepper, italian dressing
Delizia$9.00
Field greens, asparagus, beets, goat cheese, tomato, orange, balsamic reduction

Pasta Fresca

Fresh pasta

Pasta Di Castagna$18.00
Chestnut flour pasta in a cream and pistachio sauce with truffle oil
Imbustata$19.00
Baked envelope shaped pasta filled with roasted veal, chicken mushroom, mozzarella, spinach, mascarpone cheese, tomato sauce
Pizzoccheri$18.00
Buck wheat pasta with cabagge, potatoes, fontina cheese
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese$16.00
Large fettuccine, ground beef/pork, carrots, celery, tomato
Pasta and Latte$16.00
Pappardelle boiled in the milk
Pasta Di Ceci$18.00
Chicpeas flour pasta with heart of artichokes, black olives in garlic and e.v.o.
Hemp Pasta$18.00
Hemp floor pasta with sunny day tomato, arugula & e.v.o.
Fusilli Al Pistacchio$18.00
Long pasta with pistachio garlic e.v.o.
Cavatelli Alla Vodka$18.00
Small pasta shell in vodka sauce
Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola
Potatoes, ricotta, gorgonzola dolce cheese sauce

Pasta & Risotti

Orecchiette Con Rabe$16.00
Linguine Al Pesto$16.00
Classic with basil, pignoli, cheese
Penne Integrali$16.00
Penne Con Pollo$17.00
Chicken, sundried tomatoes, mushrooms with cream
Penne Al Pomodoro & Basilico$15.00
San marzano tomato sauce & basil
Linguine Alle Vongole$17.00
Rigatoni Alla Matriciana$16.00
Tomato sauce, guanciale, onions
Spaghetti Con Polpette$16.00
Homestyle meatballs made with fresh tomato sauce and basil
Spaghetti Carbonara$16.00
Pancetta, eggs, pecorino romano cheese, cracked black pepper, parsley
Linguine Al Frutti Di Mare$21.00
Clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp in tomato reduction sauce
Risotto Di Mare$21.00
Arborio rice, shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels, white wine, shallots and lobster broth
Risotto Con Spinaci$18.00
With baby spinach, raisins, walnuts
Risotto Ai Funghi$18.00
With fried porcini mushrooms
Risotto Al Radicchio & Pere$18.00
With radiccho, pear & gorgonzola cheese

Pesce - Fish

Gamberi Al Limone$21.00
Broiled shrimp, lemon, olive oil
Salmon Primavera$21.00
Broiled salmon with vegetable over dijon mustard
Sapore D. Mare$22.00
Madley marinara shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels, white fish. Served over pasta
Spada Alla Livornese$23.00
Swordfish sauteed with olives, capers, onions and tomato sauce

Carne - Meat

Short Ribs$24.00
In madeira sauce wine sauce. Served with gnocchi
Pork Chop Milanese$23.00
Pounded, breaded topped with tomato, arugula and fresh mozzarella cheese
Veal Boscaiola$22.00
Wild mushroom, red wine, truffle oil
Veal Pantelleria$22.00
Capers, artichokes, w. Wine sauce and lemon
Veal Parmigiana$22.00
Classic veal parmesan with pasta
Stuffed Pork Chop$23.00
With mushrooms, prosciutto, pontina cheese, marinara wine sauce. Served with pasta
Pollo Scarpariello$20.00
White & dark meat, roasted sausages, rosemary, pepper vinegar, white wine
Chicken Cordon Blue$22.00
Rolled breast with ham - swiss cheese topped with cream sauce and mushrooms
Steak Pizzaiola$25.00
Shell steak tomato, onions, pepper. Served with pasta
Top Sirloin$25.00
Grilled
Steak Au Poivre$25.00
With pepper corn
Tagliata$25.00
Grilled & sliced shell steak over arugula & shaved parmesan cheese
Steak Al Formaggio$25.00
Shell steak grilled & topped with gorgonzola

Dessert & Coffee

Ny Cheesecake$8.00
Tartufo$8.00
Tiramisu$8.00
Sanguinaccio$12.00
Chocolate Moose Cake$8.00
Tea & Coffee$2.50
Espresso$3.50
Double Espresso$4.50
Cappuccino$4.00

What 267 people are saying

Ornella Trattoria Italiana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4Ambience
2Value

Noise • Moderate

267 Reviews

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EricaG
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ornella is a hidden gem in the Astoria neighborhood. I've lived here for many years and recently discovered it. I wish I had found it a long time ago! The pasta is truly delicious. The ambiance makes you feel like you are in Europe. The owner is so genuine and will chat you up if you feel like talking. The servers are quick and there for whatever you need. They even gave us a glass of wine on the house! It is also a wonderful place for vegetarians/vegans as they have many interesting and tasty options. My favorite is the bolognese, made with the Impossible burger as the meat. Mmm make a reservation and go!
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kevinb
Columbus26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I make Ornella a regular stop every time I travel to NYC. They never disappoint. The service is always friendly and the selections are many and varied and I have never had a bad meal. This time was no different. the meal was exceptional!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was nice and calm. The food was delicious and the customer service was great. Initially, they ran out of candles for my wife’s birthday surprise but after waiting for awhile they made her night when they surprised all of us with a single candle. It was well worth it. Thank you again!
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DebraS
New York City15 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 17, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was very tight seating. Large menu with many classics but both the veal and steak were tough. Caesar salad and baked clams were excellent. Large glass of house wine was also excellent. Service was friendly - they did not rush us. I would try again, could have been just an off night.
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MaryP
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful meal Saturday night. Cocktails were ordered Birra Peroni and a Prosecco. We had the burrata salad to start. The cheese was so creamy and delicious paired with the greens was a nice combination. Our meals were the Gnocci. Rich and creamy pillows of potato. The Castagna noodles with pistachio sauce was like nothing I have ever had before. Outstanding. Dessert we split a chocolate mouse cake with a house made cordial to drink. A perfect ending to a nice night v
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JustinS
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 10, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place for a first date. Good food and the owner gave us complimentary cello shots.
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TiMa
Kansas City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 10, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had picked this place for my sisters 15yr anniversary and I wasn’t disappointed! Good wine selection, duck meat balls are amazing, risotto di mare was so delicious and pretty big plate, my husband ordered the chestnut pasta which is so unique and very tasty, just an overall wonderful experience. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly, the owner was too. Loved the ambiance because it wasn’t too dark inside but very cozy and romantic enough for the occasion. And prices were so reasonable! You would be triple in Manhattan and getting far less on your plate! So happy I chose to go there! My sister and her husband found a new date spot!
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RachelB
New York City3 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 10, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Apparently this menu is not up to date. I booked a reservation for brunch on a Sunday, since they have a brunch menu posted on opentable but once there was told they have not served brunch in 5 years.
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MissLee
New York City5 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 8, 2019
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We were the only people in the restaurant but our experience was bad from start to end. The bread was burnt ( how rude to serve burnt bread) soup was salty but ok, the mozarella and mushroom swam in oil. We received our main dish and basically left the place after 5 minutes, the risotto was salty it wasn't edible. Overall we will not return.
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deborahn
Baltimore10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 2, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrating my daughters birthday - it was perfect. The food, the service and the overall vibe. This is a great find!
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Ornella Trattoria Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 777-9477.

Ornella Trattoria Italiana is rated 4.3 stars by 267 OpenTable diners.

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29-17 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105

Additional information

Cross street
31st Street and 29th Street
Neighborhood
Ditmars Steinway
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Thursday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm -10:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
N and W train on ditmars last stop.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Guiseppe Viterale
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ornellatrattoria.com/
Phone number
(718) 777-9477
Catering
We cater for large groups, please call us for more information.
Private party facilities
Ornella is the jewel in the crown of Astoria fine dining. We are available to meet all of your special event needs.

Ornella Trattoria Italiana

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Antipasti

Asparagi Di Campo$8.00

Duck Meatballs$13.00

Bruschetta Di Nduja$10.00

Pungo Al Forno$12.00

Burrata$12.00

Broccoli Di Rabe$8.00

Calamari Alla Griglia$12.00

Caprese Con Pepperoni$10.00

Carpaccio Di Manzo$12.00

Gamberi & Fagioli$12.00

Prosciutto Di Parma$11.00

Vongole Oreganata$9.00

Calamari Fritti$12.00

Soup

Soup

Insalate

Belvedere$9.00

Cesare$8.00

Bianca$9.00

Verde Mista$7.00

Delizia$9.00

Pasta Fresca

Pasta Di Castagna$18.00

Imbustata$19.00

Pizzoccheri$18.00

Pappardelle Alla Bolognese$16.00

Pasta and Latte$16.00

Pasta Di Ceci$18.00

Hemp Pasta$18.00

Fusilli Al Pistacchio$18.00

Cavatelli Alla Vodka$18.00

Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola

Pasta & Risotti

Orecchiette Con Rabe$16.00

Linguine Al Pesto$16.00

Penne Integrali$16.00

Penne Con Pollo$17.00

Penne Al Pomodoro & Basilico$15.00

Linguine Alle Vongole$17.00

Rigatoni Alla Matriciana$16.00

Spaghetti Con Polpette$16.00

Spaghetti Carbonara$16.00

Linguine Al Frutti Di Mare$21.00

Risotto Di Mare$21.00

Risotto Con Spinaci$18.00

Risotto Ai Funghi$18.00

Risotto Al Radicchio & Pere$18.00

Pesce - Fish

Gamberi Al Limone$21.00

Salmon Primavera$21.00

Sapore D. Mare$22.00

Spada Alla Livornese$23.00

Carne - Meat

Short Ribs$24.00

Pork Chop Milanese$23.00

Veal Boscaiola$22.00

Veal Pantelleria$22.00

Veal Parmigiana$22.00

Stuffed Pork Chop$23.00

Pollo Scarpariello$20.00

Chicken Cordon Blue$22.00

Steak Pizzaiola$25.00

Top Sirloin$25.00

Steak Au Poivre$25.00

Tagliata$25.00

Steak Al Formaggio$25.00

Dessert & Coffee

Ny Cheesecake$8.00

Tartufo$8.00

Tiramisu$8.00

Sanguinaccio$12.00

Chocolate Moose Cake$8.00

Tea & Coffee$2.50

Espresso$3.50