Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Queen Village

Christian was an excellent waiter and we had a great dinner at this local place.

I'm still dreaming about the incredible meal I had at Buca Doro, the cozy Italian restaurant in the heart of the city. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like family by the warm and welcoming staff. Our server, Gesti, was knowledgeable and passionate about the menu, helping us navigate the extensive selection of traditional Italian dishes. For my main course, I opted for the Spaghetti Bolognese, which was cooked to a perfect al dente and smothered in a rich and meaty sauce. My companion's Chicken Parmesan was equally impressive, with a crispy exterior giving way to tender and juicy chicken. But the real standout was the Tiramisù, which was creamy, coffee-infused, and utterly divine. It was the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Overall, I highly recommend Buca D'oror to anyone looking for a authentic Italian dining experience. The food is delicious, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is cozy and intimate.

Second time at Bellinini, my husband and I love the food. Great selection with good prices. Nice atmosphere and restaurant is clean, always an added bonus. Our server was ok Did what he had to do, rattled off the specials in record time, made no attempt to make us feel welcomed or thank us for dining there.

This is my new go-to place for Italian. Everything about the experience was beyond expectations.

My partner and I went to Scampi on its second night open, and it did not disappoint! Chef Liz and her team were incredible, and I really appreciated the time that she took to explain each course and to get to know the guests. All of the food was fantastic - I think our favorite was the scampi scampi shrimp dish! I will definitely be back again in the future. Congrats on your opening, Liz!