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La Bussola Ristorante, Glen Cove, NY

La Bussola Ristorante

4.9 (682)
$30 and under
Italian
40 School Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to La Bussola Ristorante! Offering age-old tradition and timeless recipes that have been passed down through generations, the restaurant successfully combines cuisine and atmosphere to create a dining experience that won't soon be forgotten. Quiet and elegant, La Bussola Ristorante is the kind of place that could be your home away from home - smells of spices and homemade cooking fill the air while a friendly and knowledgeable wait staff bends over backwards to cater to your every need. The menu is vast and impressive showcasing traditional specialties as well as modern adaptations. There is something here sure to tempt every palate even the most discriminating of gourmets! No matter what the occasion calls for or your appetite demands, the friendly staff at La Bussola Ristorante promises to make your next dining experience truly unforgettable.

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What 682 people are saying

La Bussola Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Best Value

  • New York State

    Great for fine wines

  • New York State

    Italian

  • Nassau

    Best Overall

  • Nassau

    Best Food

  • Nassau

    Best Service

  • Nassau

    Best Ambiance

  • Nassau

    Best Value

  • Nassau

    Healthy

  • Nassau

    Great for fine wines

  • Nassau

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Bussola Ristorante in Glen Cove offers "outstanding food and service," making it a favorite for Italian cuisine lovers. With a "warm, welcoming" atmosphere and "great cocktails" and wine, diners enjoy "delicious" dishes like branzino and ricotta cheese cake. The attentive staff, including owner Carlo, ensures an "excellent experience" every visit.
682 Reviews
  1. Doug

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
     The food and service were outstanding. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

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  2. Timothy VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old school Italian consistently delivers. A good choice in Glen Cove.

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  3. margie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in everything was perfect. Amonda, our waiter, was a delight!

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  4. Dolly VIP

    New York City41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there for an early dinner and it was awesome everything was cooked to perfection and the staff could not be more attentive. Excellent experience.

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  5. Rob

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Bussola is my favorite Italian Restaurant globally. I have been dining here since it opened in 1980. Carlo and his team are the best of the best!!

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  6. Steven

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Great birthday dinner. I will definitely go back!!!

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  7. Mar VIP

    New York City185 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and attention. We will go back there to celebrate.

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  8. Christine

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was tasty. Calamari delicious. A little loud.

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  9. Cathy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian restaurant around. Impeccable food and service!

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  10. David and Marsha VIP

    New York City84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner on a quiet Sunday evening. Warm, welcoming restaurant. Great drinks, food & service. Always reliable; always a great experience

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La Bussola Ristorante is rated 4.9 stars by 682 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. New York State
  4. Nassau
  5. Glen Cove

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for La Bussola Ristorante

40 School Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Glen Cove
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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