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La Bussola Ristorante, Glen Cove, NY

La Bussola Ristorante

5 (684)
$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

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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 684 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0
5.0 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5.0Service
  • 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 offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding" food and service. Known for "delicious cuisine" and a "beautiful ambiance," this Italian gem in Glen Cove consistently pleases. Guests praise dishes like Osso Bucco and Suppa de Mare. The attentive staff and warm atmosphere make it "always a great experience."
684 Reviews
  1. Vincent VIP

    New York City49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous as always. Our go-to place for comfort food, and Carlos makes the dining special. We had the beef braciole, highly recommended, as is the wild cherry Italian ice cream.

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  2. Linda

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you love Osso Bucco as I do, then this is your place! Delicious, as is everything in this understated Italian restaurant. This was my third time dining here and it consistently pleases. My boyfriend had the Suppa de Mare, which was also fabulous. Can’t wait to go back!

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  3. 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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  4. Timothy VIP

    New York City16 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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La Bussola Ristorante is rated 5 stars by 684 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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