Il Poeta

Name: Il Poeta
Address: 98-04 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY, United States, 11375
Telephone: (718) 544-4223
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (47)

$31 to $50

Italian

98-04 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Il Poeta is an Italian restaurant with a Northern Italian cuisine. Chef and co-owner Mario Di Chiara has over 20 years experience in the most famous Italian restaurant in Venice and NYC with 10 years work experience in Cipriani’s restaurant. In summer 2011 the Italian Government award Il Poeta with "Ospiutalita Italiana nel Mondo" meaning that it is a truly authentic Italian restaurant (so far we are the only Italian restaurant in all Queens to have this award from the Italian Government).

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 544-4223
Website
https://www.ilpoetanyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Mario Di Chiara

Location
98-04 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Neighborhood
Forest Hills
Cross street
69 Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Take the subway E-F-R-M on 71st Ave Continental Ave and then take bus Q 23
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

What 47 people are saying

Il Poeta 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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Queens
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Poeta delights with "exceptional food" in a charming, newly renovated setting. Guests rave about its "authentic Italian cuisine," with highlights like "fresh pasta dishes" and a "fun chef." The "friendly staff" and "wonderful ambiance" make it a "great neighborhood gem" that leaves diners eager to return.

47 Reviews

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Diana Vita VIP
New York City150 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My only disappointment was that my gift card from Opentable was not accepted.
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Massimiliano
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant! Il Poeta is a gem in the middle of Forest Hills where you can eat authentic Italian cuisine. I highly recommend it.
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Celeste VIP
New York City42 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurant was recently renovated with a modern elegance and is beautiful. Food was delicious and service excellent. Highly recommend!
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Lucia
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So beautiful and very enjoyable .food was amazing and service was great
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Toshie
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, food was good. Renovated interior was nicer than before.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City7 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal as always. Place looks great since Reno
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Peter VIP
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been going to Il Poeta for quie a number of years. The newly re-vamped restaurant was a truly pleasurable experience
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Kathleen
New York City31 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time dining at Il Poeta and we will definitely return. The newly renovated restaurant is charming and welcoming. The food, service and ambiance was wonderful. Looking forward to our next visit.
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DBKG
New York City24 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tasty fresh pasta dishes, great specials, a friendly staff and a fun chef. A great neighborhood gem!
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megan
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great service Will definitely be going back!!
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FAQs

Il Poeta offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 544-4223.

Il Poeta is rated 4.7 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

98-04 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Additional information

Cross street
69 Road
Neighborhood
Forest Hills
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Take the subway E-F-R-M on 71st Ave Continental Ave and then take bus Q 23
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mario Di Chiara
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Website
https://www.ilpoetanyc.com/
Phone number
(718) 544-4223

Il Poeta

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