Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Cold Spring Harbor

Price: Moderate (2)Price: Expensive (9)Price: Very Expensive (2)

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1. Lasagna Huntington Restaurant

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Huntington

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.

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2. Piccolo Restaurant of Huntington

4.7

Exceptional(1734)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Huntington

Booked 14 times today

Piccolo Restaurant of Huntington is highly heralded as one of the best Italian restaurants on Long Island, as affirmed by a blend of reviews from satisfied customers. Commended for classic Italian American cuisine and an old-fashioned, cozy atmosphere, it's a beloved Huntington landmark. The food, from grilled octopus to short ribs and meatballs, is consistently praised as being delicious, with the inviting service also contributing to its reputation. Piccolo Restaurant offers an authentic and high-quality Italian dining experience, and continues to be a favorite among many, who claim they'll return "again and again." It has become a dependable go-to spot for Italian food and never fails to deliver an unforgettable dining experience.

3. Grasso's

4.7

Exceptional(2338)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Cold Spring Harbor

Booked 15 times today

Grasso's restaurant is an acclaimed establishment renowned for its superb American cuisine. Reviewers constantly highlight the high-quality of the food, with one stating, "the food is fresh and excellent not to mention bountiful in portion size". The restaurant's staff is often commended for their friendliness, with many reviews hinting at their accommodating nature. The menu features an array of American classics, like turkey burgers and filet mignon. Additionally, Grasso's offers a captivating dining experience with live music, which many reviewers adore. In short, Grasso's embodies the best of American cuisine, providing delicious food in a warm, sociable environment.

4. La Piazza

4.5

Awesome(800)

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.

5. Gioia

4.6

Exceptional(234)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Oyster Bay

Booked 17 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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6. Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(886)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Plainview

Booked 23 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.

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7. Volpe Ristorante at Fox Hollow

4.7

Exceptional(839)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary italian • Woodbury

Booked 4 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.

8. Nunzi's

4.7

Exceptional(266)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Farmingdale

Booked 5 times today

Nunzi's is a highly praised Italian restaurant that offers a unique blend of culinary sophistication and friendly service. According to reviews, it creates a city lounge vibe with its stylish decor and lively music, while the service stands out as thoughtful and attentive. The food has been highly complimented, with the spicy rigatoni ala vodka being a standout dish. Additionally, the Orecchiette pasta, four cheese pizza and Italian salad have all received favorable mentions. In fact, many customers express an eagerness to return, owing to the great food, and fantastic ambiance. Nunzi's is said to consistently deliver an exceptional dining experience, alluding to their deep roots in Italian cuisine.

9. Two25 Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(36)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary italian • Locust Valley

Booked 11 times today

At Two25, our goal is to provide guests with a fresh, modern-Italian dining and culinary experience right here on Long Island. Come try our fresh pastas and our delicious mix of traditional and innovative Italian dishes. Book a table or private event today!

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10. Stellina Cafe and Bakery - Oyster Bay

4.6

Exceptional(5)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary italian • East Norwich

Booked 1 time today

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.

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