Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Nassau

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Updated May 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Nassau? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Frankie’s Pizzeria & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (25)

$31 to $50

Italian

Merrick

About the restaurant

Fresh Authentic Italian Menu with the best ingredients to make an amazing and delicious Italian Menu.

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GinaGold

Dined 6 days ago

I love the food at Frankie’s! Never had a bad meal! Service is always excellent too!

Serata by King Umberto

5.0

5 (46)

$50 and over

Italian

Elmont

About the restaurant

A new culinary destination has arrived on Long Island—designed to ignite conversation, and elevate the dining experience to its highest expression. Serata introduces a new concept:
A bold, seasonal menu crafted from the ground up.
A new kitchen, led by a visionary team.
Our ambition is to join the ranks of the world's most celebrated restaurants. From sourcing to service, every detail is intentional. The experience is intimate. The standards are exacting. The price reflects the precision. This is not casual dining. It’s curated dining.

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Ronald

Dined on May 17, 2026

The service was great, the food was excellent, and the experience was exquisite. A high-end night out that was well worth it.

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Experience

5 Course Tasting Menu

Experience

Chefs Tasting Menu

Chris & Tony's Restaurant & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (348)

$31 to $50

Italian

Syosset

About the restaurant

Long Islands best family style Italian restaurant, a warm and inviting place where every meal feels like Sunday dinner. With authentic charm, hearty portions, and recipes passed down through generations, we bring the flavors of Italy to your table. Gather around with loved ones and enjoy fresh pasta, slow-simmered sauces, and classic comfort dishes.

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LauraGold

Dined 7 days ago

This was my first time there as it came recommended by friends of mine...it was 2 of us and we had an SPECTACULAR EXPERIENCE....food was outstanding...service was top notch and the ambiance was fabulous....Our waiter Vinnie was very helpful and gave us the specials and the fan favorites of the restaurant...we tried many things and EVERYTHING was perfect....We will be going back again and again...I also purchased a couple of gift cards for gifts....

Alessandro’s Italian

4.9

4.9 (931)

$31 to $50

Italian

Manhasset

About the restaurant

Chef-owner Alessandro Acquista brings simple, quality Italian food to this casual, trendy neighborhood spot in Manhasset. The pastas are made fresh daily, the desserts are made from scratch and everything is made with the highest quality ingredients.

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Matteo

Dined 3 days ago

The best Italian food on Long Island! Service is great too.

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Lenox & Park Italian Bistro | Flour Shop Cafe

4.9

4.9 (581)

$31 to $50

Italian

Rockville Centre

About the restaurant

Lenox and Park Italian Bistro is a neighborhood family bistro with a casual, yet sophisticated dining experience. Full service catering is available for all of your catering needs.

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MonicaGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great service food and ambiance! Will be back again!

La Ginestra - NY

4.9

4.9 (655)

$31 to $50

Italian

Glen Cove

About the restaurant

Sicilan and Italian fare coupling family recipes and innovative specials
with an extensive wine menu. A cozy ambiance and accommodating staff have
helped make La Ginestra a favorite amongst north shore diners for the past
27 years.

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WilliamGold

Dined 6 days ago

La Ginestra continues to be head and shoulders above other Italian restaurants. The food prepared by co-owner Enzo is always perfectly prepared. The service overseen by co-owner Gus is always on target. La Ginestra is a gem in Glen Cove.

Cafe Testarossa

4.9

4.9 (1696)

$31 to $50

Italian

Syosset

About the restaurant

Modern Italian Cuisine with all the Character of Artisanal Fare. Even though Italian Cuisine is based on Tradition, Cafe Testarossa is holding true to traditional methods, without restriction, to modernizing the essence of the menu. Testarossa provides pre-fixe menus, a delicious and fun cocktail and wine menu, innovative special dishes daily and private parties for all occasions. Whether dining in one of our dining rooms, bar or outdoor patio, Testarossa aims to bring their diners superb service and an overall memorable experience.

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EllenGold

Dined on May 20, 2026

Service exceptional. Great size portions. Consistently delicious food. Last night both the fig salad and the halibut were fantastic. Such a gem in the community.

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Popular dish

Lamb Chops

Il Luogo Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (1434)

$30 and under

Italian

Rockville Centre

About the restaurant

Il Luogo Ristorante offers a variety of flavorful, homemade Italian dishes, using only the freshest and finest ingredients. We boast a professional and staff providing hallmark service in an exciting atmosphere. Chef Victor and Maître’d Joel will made your dining experience a memorable one.

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DebraGold

Dined on May 19, 2026

Had dinner here tonight with a friend. It was a wonderful experience. Menu had a great variety to choose from in addition to the list of specials for the evening. The food was delicious with ample portions. The staff was attentive, but not intrusive. Wonderful atmosphere and beautiful environment. We will certainly frequent this restaurant again.

Gio's Atlantic Beach

4.8

4.8 (199)

$31 to $50

Italian

Atlantic Beach

About the restaurant

Old World Charm with a modern twist!

Gio’s Atlantic Beach is a fresh take on traditional Italian cuisine. We honor our roots and pride ourselves on our ability to stay true to what we love, while still finding a way to bring something new to the table. Having owned restaurants for over 36 years, Chef Gio’s focus still remains on great food and quality ingredients. He draws upon his years of experience cooking throughout Italy and America to create a beautiful experience of old and new. Complimenting our cuisine is a wine list that is carefully crafted to elevate your dining experience. Each wine has been thoughtfully selected to pair perfectly with our dishes. Our team is happy to suggest pairings and offer tastings to our guests.
From our family to yours,

Buon Appetito!

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EllenGold

Dined on Apr 23, 2026

Gio's Atlantic Beach is a very special restaurant. The food is always delicious and the service staff are exceptional. I've been going here for about two years. I live in Queens, NY which is a trip, but it's worth it. Everyone is friendly and the atmosphere is warm and inviting.

La Bussola Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (733)

$30 and under

Italian

Glen Cove

About the restaurant

Welcome to La Bussola Ristorante! Offering age-old tradition and timeless recipes that have been passed down through generations, the restaurant successfully combines cuisine and atmosphere to create a dining experience that won't soon be forgotten. Quiet and elegant, La Bussola Ristorante is the kind of place that could be your home away from home - smells of spices and homemade cooking fill the air while a friendly and knowledgeable wait staff bends over backwards to cater to your every need. The menu is vast and impressive showcasing traditional specialties as well as modern adaptations. There is something here sure to tempt every palate even the most discriminating of gourmets! No matter what the occasion calls for or your appetite demands, the friendly staff at La Bussola Ristorante promises to make your next dining experience truly unforgettable.

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RichardGold

Dined on May 21, 2026

La Bussola Restaurant in Glen Cove, NY is the perfect neighborhood Italian restaurant with great food, a welcoming staff and great service. What more can you want. Oh, and the prices are very reasonable making this an affordable place to dine every week. That's what the regulars do.

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