Classic Southern Italian still run by the same close-knit family. They even grow their own tomatoes for the sauce!
Openings: Lunch Mon.-Fri., Dinner nightly
Features
- Dress code: Casual
- Full bar
- Private room(s)
- Reservations suggested
Manducatis Restaurant Review:
A loyal following braves the industrial wasteland of Long Island City for a taste of Ida Cerbone's sauce made from family-grown tomatoes. In fact, with extra-virgin unfiltered olive oil and wine from the family vineyard in Italy, and many of the pickled vegetables put up by Ida each summer, this is as close to a real family osteria as you can get in Queens---or anywhere in New York for that matter. Enjoy such specialties as shrimp Ida, roast suckling pig, homemade pasta and gnocchi and garlicky broccoli rabe. This very casual and off-the-beaten path restaurant has a loyal following who are treated like members of the family. Unexpectedly for such a humble spot, there is an excellent wine list, with many fairly priced bottles that perfectly complement the hearty fare.
|
Check out GAYOT's list of Best Spring Beers to find crisp brews, wheat ales and American IPAs. Check the list.
GAYOT's list of the Best 10 Superfoods covers the most health-promoting fruits, veggies, seeds and spices. Read the article.
Threads