Best Sicilian Restaurants in East Elmhurst

48 restaurants available nearby

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1. Piccola Cucina Uptown

4.8

Exceptional(2107)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Upper East Side

Booked 119 times today

Piccola Cucina Uptown, nestled in the vibrant Upper East Side of New York, offers a delightful escape to the heart of Sicily with its authentic cuisine. As praised by diners, it's a place where "the food was amazing" and where traditional Sicilian dishes like "pasta alla bottarga" and "branzino cooked in bread" shine. Chef Philip Guardione brings Sicilian flavors to life with creativity and flair, ensuring each dish is a testament to Sicilian culinary traditions. The atmosphere is consistently lauded as "cozy" and "welcoming," making every visit memorable. Whether it's the "homemade pistachio gelato" or the "freshly cooked lasagna," every bite at Piccola Cucina Uptown transports diners straight to Sicily, making it a must-visit for authentic Sicilian cuisine in New York City.

2. Magna Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(236)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Flushing

Booked 1 time today

Come to Magna and discover Flushing's Hidden Gem! A true taste of Italy is tucked away just around the corner from Northern Blvd and 35 Avenue. Perfect for business or pleasure. At Magna, you will enjoy a variety of Italian dishes and a fine wine selection. Let Magna impress your taste buds. Large groups/parties are welcome.For your convenience a 20% gratuity will be added to the check for parties of 5 or more.Benvenuti a tutti e buon appetito!

3. 83 1/2

4.7

Exceptional(1117)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Upper East Side

Booked 12 times today

Located in the heart of the Upper East Side, 83 1/2 stands as a beacon of Contemporary Italian cuisine, crafted with a genuine love for food by Chef Vincenzo Mangiafridda. Celebrating Sicilian roots, the restaurant offers a menu filled with silky pastas, inventive antipasti, and sumptuous entrees, each dish telling a story of tradition and modern flair. Patrons rave about the "fresh pasta" and claim it's the "best Italian around the neighborhood." With its cozy ambiance, 83 1/2 is described as a "neighborhood gem," perfect for both family dinners and intimate gatherings. The exceptional service complements the exquisite food, making every visit memorable.

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4. Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side

4.7

Exceptional(4194)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Upper East Side

Booked 122 times today

Tony's Di Napoli has maintained its 20 year reputation by consistently serving delicious, straight forward, value oriented family style Southern Italian cuisine. Our staff continually wins rave reviews from the countless guests who have experienced the warmth and professionalism of our caring personnel. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, we offer multiple private party rooms at unbeatable rates. Our staff of planners can easily assist you in creating a memorable event. Remember no one ever leaves Tony's hungry. We offer off site catering, anywhere in Manhattan and deliveries from the 40's to the 90's. Take out is always available. We are so proud to be reopening on the East Side where our legacy began. Of course we look forward to seeing our old friends and neighbors, and we hope to make new friends as well. Please let us know how we can be of special service to you. Grazie, Ciao. Tony

5. Water & Wheat

4.5

Awesome(47)

Price: Expensive

• Sicilian • Upper East Side

Booked 17 times today

Italian fast -casual dining experience. Simple and magical combination of Water & Wheat for traditional fresh pasta & Artisinal Flat breads.

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6. Patrizia's of Maspeth

4.8

Exceptional(120)

Price: Expensive

• Sicilian • Douglaston

Booked 6 times today

PATRIZIA’S GROUP OF RESTAURANTS ARE SERVING UP YOUR TRADITIONAL HOMEMADE ITALIAN COOKING. JUST LIKE A SUNDAY LUNCH AT YOUR ITALIAN GRANDMAS HOUSE!**************************************************We welcome you to enjoy our family style tasting menu which includes seasonally inspired dishes from our homemade breads, cheeses and pastas to our selected meats, seafood, wines and desserts. Your enjoyment of our food and restaurant is very important to us. We strive to make everyone feel like family.For parties of 20 or more please call the restaurant at 718-779-2083.

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7. Basil Brick Oven Pizza

4.6

Exceptional(52)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Astoria

Booked 3 times today

Basil Brick Oven Pizza in Astoria creates unique, artisan wood-fired pizzas using the freshest in high-quality ingredients for the whole family to enjoy. Using traditional recipes, Basil Brick Oven Pizza crafts specialty pizzas including the quattro formaggi, salsiccia, diavola, bianca and many, many more to choose from to make sure that there�s always something for everyone. More than just pizza, Basil Brick Oven Pizza also serves a wide variety of other dishes and Italian favorites from the appetizers like shrimp scampi and meatball sliders, to calzones and pastas like the rigatoni Pomodoro, fettuccini funghi, risotto pescatore and even vegetarian options.

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8. Delizia 73 Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(58)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Upper East Side

Booked 1 time today

Delizia 73 Restaurant on the Upper East Side of New York is celebrated for its exceptional Contemporary Italian cuisine. Since 1983, it has charmed diners with its cozy, "neighborhood well-kept secret" back dining room and a more casual front area. Guests rave about the authenticity and quality of the food, describing it as "always very good and reliable" with standout dishes like the "Grandma Vodka pizza," which is "absolutely incredible!" and regularly listed among the top pizzas in the city. Reviewers consistently highlight the "fantastic" service and the "charming dining room," making Delizia 73 a must-visit for anyone seeking a genuine slice of Italy in New York.

9. Delizia 92

4.5

Awesome(101)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Yorkville

Booked 1 time today

Delizia 92, nestled in the heart of Yorkville, New York, has been a beloved fixture on the Upper East Side for over 15 years, renowned for its authentic Italian pizzeria cuisine. Patrons rave about their "great pizza all the time..." with one longtime visitor noting it as a "great old school pizzeria." The restaurant prides itself on using traditional recipes and techniques, ensuring each dish served is reminiscent of true Italian home cooking. Customers consistently praise the quality of the food, with reviews highlighting the "mouth-watering pizza" and the extensive menu that keeps them returning. The vibrant atmosphere, complemented by live music and friendly staff, makes Delizia 92 a standout dining destination for those seeking a genuine slice of Italy in New York.

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10. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29514)

Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Theater District

Booked 358 times today

Carmine's on 44th Street in NYC's Theater District embodies the essence of Southern Italian cuisine, offering a dining experience akin to an Italian American wedding feast. Guests rave about the "abundant portions" and "authentic flavors," highlighting dishes like the "best chicken Parm ever" and "fantastic lasagna." Known for its family-style servings, Carmine's creates a convivial atmosphere where "every meal feels like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's." Reviewers consistently praise the "amazing atmosphere" and "excellent service," making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists seeking a traditional yet exceptional Italian meal in the heart of Times Square.

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. Piccola Cucina Uptown

2. Magna Restaurant

3. 83 1/2

4. Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side

5. Water & Wheat

6. Patrizia's of Maspeth

7. Basil Brick Oven Pizza

8. Delizia 73 Restaurant

9. Delizia 92

10. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

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