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1. Port Bistro and Pub
3.8
Excellent(64)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Port Jefferson
The Port Bistro and Pub, located in the heart of Port Jefferson, NY is a family friendly restaurant that serves classic dishes and specializes in old world authentic foods and recipes. The tap and bottled beer and wine selections rival any restaurant on Long Island. Owners Bob Nyholm, Chris Nyholm and Palma DiVito have decades of experience in the food industry. And endeavor to offer a casual, enjoyable dining experience for lunch and dinner every day of the week. The restaurant’s dining room and bar now occupy the former home of Port Jefferson’s Original Elks’ Hotel dating back to the 1930’s. Port’s Chef focuses on the farm to table concept, using organic and all fresh ingredients when creating the regularly changing menus. Daily fresh fish dishes are a staple, too. Old World Authentic dishes, from fresh pastas to desserts are inspired by traditional recipes of the owners’ and chef’s ancestors from Greece, Germany, Southern Italy and other European regions.
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2. Osteria Umbra
4.9
Exceptional(1891)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Smithtown
Booked 23 times today
Italian hospitality and culinary traditions come together at Osteria UmbraExecutive Chef Marco Pellegrini & his wife, Chef de Cuisine, Sabrina Vallorini transport you to their hometown of Foligno, Umbria where quality craftsmanship and a deep respect for natural ingredients are woven into daily culture.At Osteria Umbra, Chef Marco Pellegrini has created an experience inspired by classic Umbrian cuisine, elevated by his attention to detail and culinary innovation.Each dish is handmade with the world’s finest ingredients; from the farms right here in our backyard to the rolling hills of Italy.This vision would not be possible without Stephen and Diane Bragoli & Daniel Bragoli, lover of all things food and wine.It is their attention to detail that creates a comfortable ambiance that represents the contemporary Italy of today combined with Chef Marco’s soulful cuisine that Osteria Umbra is born.
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3. Ragazzi Italian Kitchen & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(3192)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Nesconset
Booked 29 times today
At Ragazzi Italian Kitchen and Bar authentic Italian cuisine and good times come together at Long Island's most exciting new restaurant. Ragazzi's spectacular dining room and bar are the perfect place for everything from a "Girls night out," to an intimate date. Choose from a variety of savory menu items including homemade specialties like "Gnocchi Bolognese" and "Lasagna Rollatini." Ragazzi offers tapas done "Italian Style" in our elegant bar area. Come sample our famous "Sushi Italiano," homemade "Stromboli" and "Italian Primavera," our version of Italian Spring rolls. Ragazzi has an extensive wine list featuring many full bodied varietals and specialty martinis, including our signature bubble gum martini, the "Dolce Zucchero." Ragazzi is a great venue for an elegant social or corporate event. Customized party planning will make any occasion special. Gift cards available. Visit us at www.ragazzi-ny.com to become a member of our exclusive VIP e-mail list.
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4. Pietro Cucina Italiana
4.7
Exceptional(581)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • St. James
Booked 8 times today
New York City restaurateurs Pietro and Kelly Molendini took over the classic St. James farmhouse turned restaurant. The former co-owners of Vite Vinosteria in Astoria, Queens, who had moved from the city to Centerport, spent the summer renovating the dining room to a modern, clean look with neutral tones and contemporary artwork from Pietro Molendini's native Rome. They also expanded the bar from about four to 11 seats.Pietro Molendini has spent 30 years in the food industry, with a decade of that at Cipriani and stints at both Bar Pitti and Da Silvano. Along the way, he met chef Fabian Garcia Manca, who eventually headed the kitchen at Vito Vinosteria and now joins the Molendini’s in St. James. Kelly Molendini said Manca and her husband scour the tristate area and beyond for ingredients. "They are never home," she joked, and said that the pair source some of their meat from the Bronx, burrata from New Jersey and dried pasta from Italy and Sicily.Closed 11/17/2022 for private party
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5. Thai House
4.6
Exceptional(942)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Smithtown
Located in the heart of Smithtown, Thai House Restaurant offers some of the finest Thai cuisine found in the New York area. Our cozy dining room coupled with a range of exquisite dishes served by a charming and attentive staff, provide the ultimate Thai dining experience.
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6. Mamma Lombardi's
4.6
Exceptional(552)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Holbrook
Booked 16 times today
Mamma Lombardi's is a family-owned traditional Italian restaurant. The Lombardi family has been actively serving food in Long Island for over 40 years. This little eatery has built its reputation on incredible Neapolitan recipes and a totally scratch kitchen. Mamma Lombardi's is a natural fit for large groups, as family dining is such a staple of Italian culture. The restaurant even has several private event spaces where diners can celebrate any occasion.Mamma Lombardi's menu is divided between lunch, dinner and the pizzeria. Pizza is such a versatile dish in the hands of the Mamma Lombardi's kitchen staff that it got its own menu with dozens of recipes as well as having a build-your-own option. The main dinner menu contains all of the classic Italian dishes diners could want: spaghetti carbonara, grilled filet mignon, chicken parmesan, chicken bolognese, penne with shrimp and veal milanese just to name a few.

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  • ricki
    New York City •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was always good. I’ll be will continue to go there whenever we can. Service is pleasant and efficient. 
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    Thai HousePrice: Moderate• Thai• Smithtown
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    4.6
  • ArtieVIP
    New York City •123 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I’m such a fan, food is consistently great. Started with seafood salad, delicious!! My wife had the pollo Nonna, she absolutely loved it. She also got the garlic and oil spaghetti. as good as any around. My Bronzino was fantastic, all washed down with a beautiful glass of Baby Amarone makes the dinner complete. But, I still had to have the Panna Cotta and we are a happy couple. Special thanks to our waitress Anna, always a joy. If never been to Ragazzi give it shot, I think you will be pleased. I highly recommend.
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    Ragazzi Italian Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Nesconset
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    4.8
  • Frank
    New York City •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Service was excellent. Staff was incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of the meal. Even though the price was high the food was well worth the bill. From appetizers through to the dessert and the variety of atypical wines everything was paired to perfection. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to experience a truly upscale and diverse Italian cuisine.
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    Osteria UmbraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Smithtown
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    4.9
  • TerryVIP
    New York City •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Feb 2025
    A comfortable place to eat and drink. Wonderful friendly service and great food. Had Angus burger sliders. Generously sized and juicy and delicious. The BLT triple decker was also terrific. It was our first time. Will be back. It was not at all busy. Too bad the people don’t know what they’re missing.
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    Port Bistro and PubPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Port Jefferson
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    3.8
  • ShellyVIP
    New York City •72 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Feb 2025
    We had the riceballs and the Ceasar salad. For dinner we had the pork chop and the tagliatelle with broccoli rabe and sausage. Everything was fabulous
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    Pietro Cucina ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. James
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    4.7

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