Il Poeta

5.0

32 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

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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).

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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
Area
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 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
5Service
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Il Poeta is a neighborhood gem praised for its "fantastic food" and "outstanding service." Known for its "impressive" menu and delightful seafood specials, it offers a varied and reasonably priced wine list. Guests love the intimate atmosphere and attentive staff, making it a must-visit for authentic Italian cuisine.

32 Reviews

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karen
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good food and excellent, kind, accommodating servers.
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Maureen
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service - have eaten here many times for lunch and dinner and every dish has been wonderful - Chef Mario is very talented. Highly recommend Il Poeta.
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Jason
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is absolutely fantastic. A wonderful local neighborhood gem with exceptional food and intimate family atmosphere. You will completely forget where you are!
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Brigitte
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 8 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most amazing and delicious Italian restaurant in NYC . My husband and I made this our last meal before moving out of NY and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
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Leo
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable experience. Delicious, authentic Italian food with great service.
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Janet
New York City
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food excellent service. Will be returning in the near future.
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Rubi
New York City
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Il Poeta is five star! Octopus appetizer was delicate, soft and has a balanced of flavors. If you like octopus, this is a must. Wine list is exhaustive and reasonably priced. For dinner, the homemade spaghetti with seafood was delectable. Of course the toasted sourdough bread with their homemade legumes in olive oil and tartufo dessert never disappoint! Waitstaff is attentive and friendly!
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Mary Jane
New York City
78 reviews
vip
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on 25 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love everything about Il Poeta. The service is impeccable, food wonderful. Location co convenient. The menu is impressive but you really don't have to open it because the daily specials are plentiful and mouth watering. The place was lively but not noisy, even on a week night. Going back next week!
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MaryJ
New York City
78 reviews
vip
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on 10 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
as always, the specials were so good we didn't open the menus. Great service, friendly staff, nice wine. Going again next week!
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Carmest
New York City
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 9 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a jewel, great food, outstanding service.
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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 5 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

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98-04 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Additional information

Cross Street
69 Road
Area
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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