Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Centerport

Price: Moderate (2)Price: Expensive (10)Price: Very Expensive (1)

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1. Fattusco's Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(8)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary italian • Fort Salonga

Booked 2 times today

Fattusos Restaurante is Northports Best Kept Secret.

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2. Lasagna Huntington Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(174)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Huntington

Booked 3 times today

Lasagna Huntington Restaurant is garnering rave reviews for its stellar Italian cuisine. Patrons are enamored with their delectable lasagna varieties, outstanding service, and welcoming ambiance. The restaurant has been praised for its excellent food, with reviews highlighting dishes like the "beef sirloin lasagna" and "short rib lasagna," attesting to the authenticity and quality of their Italian offerings. The wait staff's attentiveness and friendliness are frequently mentioned, enhancing the overall dining experience. Not limited to just lasagna, customers also recommended their seafood, spinach salad, and chicken arrabiata. Many reviewers promise to return and recommend others to visit. As one customer lauded, "My new go-to for Italian food in town." With such high praise, it is clear that Lasagna Huntington Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone in the Huntington area seeking a fabulous Italian dining experience.

3. Gioia

4.7

Exceptional(230)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Oyster Bay

Booked 20 times today

GIOIA, Italian for joy, is an Italian restaurant focusing on the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna in Oyster Bay, New York. At GIOIA, we believe that joy & pasta should be shared around the table, often and with love. Chef Jesse Schenker celebrates the beauty of simplicity by focusing the menu on seasonal vegetables & handmade pasta dishes.At GIOIA, handmade pasta, classically-focused Italian cocktails and warm hospitality come together to create a JOYOUS dining experience, whether it’s your neighborhood spot with friends, a family dinner or a late night amaro.

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4. Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(883)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Plainview

Booked 29 times today

Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria has garnered a reputation for its authentic Italian cuisine and top-notch service. Customers express delight over their offerings, raving about the "delicious, fresh-tasting food" such as special ravioli, chicken mattone, and lobster & shrimp pasta. The lively ambience and modern decor complement the exceptional dining experience, offering a "fun and lively atmosphere." Reviewers also commend the restaurant's excellent service, with specific servers like Rebecca and Thomas earning additional praise for their amiable and professional service. Fulfilling customer expectations, even amidst the busyness of a Saturday night, is a priority here. Not only does Iavarone cater to customers' gastronomic preferences but also ensures a safe dining environment amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. In summary, Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria proves to be more than "just another Italian restaurant" in the neighborhood, standing out with its unique offerings and unparalleled service.

5. La Piazza

4.5

Awesome(799)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Melville

Booked 14 times today

La Piazza is widely praised for their authentic Italian dishes and consistently excellent service. This gem of a restaurant has carved out a reputation for itself with reviews noting it as "one of the best Italian restaurants I have ever visited" and "always fantastic service and authentic fresh Italian dishes." The culinary team, led by an Italian chef taught by his Sicilian grandmother, crafts mouth-watering meals such as pasta DaVinci and free-range herb-crusted chicken cooked to perfection. La Piazza's attentive servers, ambiance, and commitment to safety measures have also been commended, ensuring a wonderful, comfortable dining experience for all.

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6. Volpe Ristorante at Fox Hollow

4.7

Exceptional(838)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary italian • Woodbury

Booked 3 times today

Volpe Ristorante at Fox Hollow is praised for its authentic and exquisite Italian cuisine. The clientele lauds its cozy ambiance, excellent service, and fine-tuned attention to cleanliness. Guests commend the food as being "amazing in every way," with highly recommended dishes like the Italian Wedding soup, the Berkshire Tomahawk pork chop, and the fresh mozzarella. The atmosphere is described as "elegant," making one feel as though they're dining in Italy itself. One patron even stated the dining experience "exceeded my expectations," and the food was "priced moderately for the quality and value." There's no doubt Volpe Ristorante secures its stellar reputation with consistent praise from its guests.

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7. Vicinato Kitchen & Bar

3.9

Excellent(177)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Hauppauge

Gusto Osteria Wine Bar has been hailed as a fine representation of authentic Italian cuisine. The careful attention to detail in every dish has earned the restaurant glowing reviews, with customers praising the Italian charcuterie prepared fresh at the bar and calling it "delicious." They've additionally lauded the gnocchi, the calamari appetizer, and the grilled octopus, labeling it as "the best octopus we have ever had." The ambiance and warm, professional service have also been highly praised, contributing to the overall exceptional dining experience. Furthermore, a review states it as the "best Italian restaurant in any area, especially on Long Island." From special aperitifs to boutique wines, Gusto Osteria Wine Bar seemingly has something to satisfy every palate.

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8. Steve's Piccola Bussola of Hauppauge

4.8

Exceptional(476)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Hauppauge

Booked 9 times today

Steve's Piccola Bussola of Hauppauge serves exceptional Italian cuisine that consistently delights its regulars and first-time guests alike. Many claim it to be the best Italian food in Long Island, with irresistible seafood dishes and classic Italian offerings prepared from quality ingredients. The restaurant garners high praises for providing excellent service, with attentive and accommodating staff adding value to the overall dining experience. As numerous reviews attest, Steve's Piccola Bussola is a "must-try", a gem in the realm of Italian restaurants where "everything is cooked to order perfectly". Its enduring appeal over the years testifies to its dedication to quality and authenticity in Italian cuisine.

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9. Stellina Cafe and Bakery - Oyster Bay

4.6

Exceptional(5)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • East Norwich

Nestled in the heart of Oyster Bay, Stellina Cafe & Bakery is a culinary haven that caters to all tastes and cravings, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

A photo of Steve's Piccola Bussola of Syosset restaurant

10. Steve's Piccola Bussola of Syosset

4.6

Exceptional(239)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Syosset

Booked 6 times today

Steve's Piccola Bussola of Syosset is a treasured neighborhood gem, praised for its consistently excellent and delicious Italian food. The restaurant is particularly known for its delectable dishes such as the veal parmigiana and osso bucco, both of which have received rave reviews as some of the best in the area. The warm and toasty bread, soft eggplant rollatini, and homestyle Italian cheesecake also add to the authentic Italian dining experience. The service is professional and attentive, contributing to the restaurant's overall upscale ambiance. This outstanding establishment, situated right in the heart of Syosset, comes highly recommended by diners for its fantastic food and superb service.

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