Came here yesterday with my husband for a late lunch/early dinner. When we first walked in, it was just us and another table, but it was getting busy by the time we left. The place was cute and quiet, and I loved that they had the doors open. You can sit outside if you want, but we ate inside. The one weird thing was I went to order a martini, and my husband (who used to be a bartender) asked me if I wanted gin or vodka. Before I could answer, the waiter goes vodka, that's how it's originally made. I thought it was weird that he didn't let me pick and it came off a little condescending. Anyway, we ordered the Focaccina which didn't look the pic on their website. On the site, it looks like there's red sauce in the bowl, but ours was served on a wooden board with no sauce n was very lightly toasted. It looked pretty though and was a great starter. I ordered the chicken parm which came with a side of pasta. Sooo good! Crispy and delicious! I took the leftovers home and they held up nicely. My husband got the Tagliatelle Pesto and ate the whole thing! I had a few bites and it was awesome! Will come back to try their pizza! Also would be nice if there were a few lighter lunch options like a panini. read more

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I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so disappointing that I felt compelled to share it. The male host or the waiter was extremely rude and unprofessional. My husband, our dog, and I were waiting to be seated when another couple cut in front of us. I wasn't upset about it--I simply let the host know that they had skipped the line. Instead of acknowledging what happened, he immediately told me to "relax" and said they were busy, even though the restaurant wasn't crowded at all! A half of the restaurant were empty. I found that response completely unnecessary since I had spoken calmly and respectfully. To make things more confusing, he then asked another couple behind us for help because he thought we were all in the same group. I had already requested a table, so the situation became even more frustrating. Good customer service starts with treating guests respectfully, and unfortunately that didn't happen here. Because of this experience, we won't be returning. read more

This place is one of my absolute favorite gems in Queens. If you're looking for your next date night spot in LIC, this Italian restaurant will be the one of your dreams. I went to celebrate my 22nd birthday here last year and had the best time ever. They have great selections of pastas and pizza pies to choose from. The mushroom pizza was number one for me and if you're a martini lover, their peach martini was delicious. Lastly, their tiramisu was beyond yummy! The staff was super kind and very attentive to our table in what we needed. Please give this place a try if you're around the area. read more

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Mercato LIC is a fairly new addition to the neighborhood, and I really enjoyed the inviting atmosphere. The service was excellent and everyone seemed genuinely focused on making sure guests were comfortable and well taken care of, which added to the overall experience. The menu offers all the Italian classics. We started with the focaccia bread and the meatballs which are simple but well done, and the bread paired nicely with the marinara sauce. For my entrée, I tried the squid ink pasta with seafood, but it had a slightly burnt flavor that didn't quite work for me. In contrast, the pizza was a highlight and the thin crust, perfectly crunchy, and a great balance of toppings. At 12 inches, it's an ideal portion for one person. For dessert, I had the lemon sorbet served in a real lemon, and it was a refreshing, bright finish to the meal. Overall, Mercato LIC shows a lot of promise. I'd definitely return, but next time I'd skip the pasta and go for the pizza and dessert again. read more

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Ordered pizza for the Super Bowl and tiramisu! It was pretty darn good! They had bogo pizzas and we were all impressed! read more

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The staff here are truly phenomenal. This is such a cute place on the corner, we went on a 100° day, but when it's not the temperature of the sun, sitting outside on the corner would be really lovely. Drinks? Amazing. Extensive cocktail/wine menu. Food? The Caesar with grilled lettuce may be the best I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. I frankly would have been happy with just the bread and oil - the olive oil is *good* olive oil. We also got a pizza which I would get again in a heartbeat. I think I could blindly choose anything on the menu and I would be thrilled. It is a tad pricey and by that, I mean it's just as expensive as anywhere else in LIC so I guess I can't complain too much. Excited to come back!! read more

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Really wonderful place to bring a large group for brunch! They easily accommodated our party of 15 for a birthday brunch, with great pizzas the kids love and delicious pastas and egg dishes the adults loved. The grilled romaine spears with chicken was a tasty salad and the squid ink Nero pasta with seafood was as good as any high end Michelin pasta place in Manhattan! read more

Came here to celebrate someone's birthday and everything we ordered was amazing . We were a group of 3 for starters we ordered the fried calamari and a pizza to share I think it was the Salsicca One of us ordered a chocolate martini and it was dangerous soo good and like a dessert . The pizza was fresh and calamari came with small pieces of zucchini in it a nice touch For our mains we ordered the Gnocchi Sorrentina, Ravioli Ai Funghi and the Pollo Sorprese Everything was fresh and flavorful , staff were nice and very attentive Great overall experience will deff be coming back Welcome to Long Island city read more

Cute new place on Vernon! Very warm and cozy, but still modern. I recommend the bruschetta and caponata for apps--these stood out to me over the others. Had the Orecchiette Con Salsiccia as my main. Full of flavor but not heavy for me! Portion was huge and I took half of it home for lunch the next day. A coworker liked their Parpadelle Ai Funghi--several vegetarian options on their menu so everyone gets to enjoy. We also tried the Pizza Mercato which I LOVED. The mozzarella was fresh and the sauce is on the slightly sweeter side (my personal preference) so this was an elevated pizza for me. I'll never turn down an aperol spritz and these were super yummy! read more

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I came to the place on Monday as I wanted to have some alcohols. Happy Hour prices are so good and I enjoyed the grilled vegetables very much! They served focaccia which was tasty as well! So comfortable and nice I could have there. I will come back very soon. read more

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We went here last night to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing! We ordered the pomegranate martini and the old fashioned and both were delicious. We ordered the fritto misto, the prosciutto e rucola pizze and the carbonara pasta. The bread (focaccia) was so warm and fresh. The pasta was al dente. Would definitely come back here again. The owner and the waitress we had were also really nice and welcoming! read more

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Really enjoyed this spot! The ambiance is very cozy and the staff is extremely friendly. I ordered the penne pesto which was absolutely delicious. My fiancé got the chicken parm which he also loved, their pasta sauce tastes very fresh and has great flavor. Can't want to come back and try more dishes on the menu! read more

From beginning to end service food drinks and dessert all authentic great balance all in one I would go out my way to come back

I grew up Italian-American (my grandfather lived on Arthur Avenue) and this place has some of the best Italian food I've ever had in my life. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and the owner went out of his way to make our engagement night special. Don't be fooled by 5-star reviews from clueless tourists who like Olive Garden...if you want to get authentic Italian food, talk to Italian people about where they go to eat. This place is the real deal and we will be coming back. Grazie mille, Gino! read more

Can't argue with free crispy focaccia and roasted red pepper dip to start off the meal. Very smart way to please the people of LIC with your new restaurant. Nothing to complain about here- very friendly staff, reasonably priced, and solid pasta portions. The space - with two walls being all tall windows - is hard to mess up, and makes for quite a pleasant dining experience. Come here for a reliable mid-range Italian. Hope these guys can hold down this primo corner location on Vernon blvd. read more

Sat at a table, chairs and space comfortable. Delicious food, not overly salted or buttered/oil, with plenty of exciting choices to share. Excellent ambience and Edison lighting thru out the restaurant is on point. Warm and cozy, staff inviting and friendly. Noise level healthy - not a quiet spot, however in a good way because it's jovial and pleasant. Definitely will be back to have a romantic bite and drink cozied up at the bar. A welcome addition to the neighborhood! read more

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Delicious food. Great staff and service. Decent prices! Warm and pretty place. Great ambiance I definitely recommend it

The food, service & ambiance was wonderful! The space was well curated & cozy. Staff was attentive. I realize it is a new establishment & I wish it much continued success. Definitely worth a visit read more

this place is great! drinks were solid, and the crust on the pizza was nice and crispy! before our server put down the tiramisu, he said, "be careful... it's very delicious." and it really was. read more

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prob a little understaffed so took some time for servers to get to us. overall the vibe and food are good. read more

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Phenomenal service and food. I had the arugula salad, tagliatelle e gamberi, orecciette con salsiccia, and their house made tarimisu. All great choices and the service was attestation. Highly recommended. read more

Alittle disappointed in this restaurant which I had high hopes. I tried them three times. The first time I had the eggplant rollatini and it was filled with spinach. No where on the menu it said spinach. I do enjoy spinach but i was not expecting it and it overpowered the ricotta. The second time was brunch and let's just say my stomach hated me for hours after that omelette. The third time I'm pretty sure the bartender forgot to put in my order and my friend was half way through with her meal before my pasta came out. The excuse was my pasta takes a lot longer to cook. No apology. I would have ordered something different. The pasta finally came and it looked like it was thrown together - no taste, plain and dry. It was the pasta with the shrimp. The third time definitely was not the charm. read more

Fantastic service. The bartender is really nice, and the drinks are delicious. Also, the manager is super nice. I didn't try the main course, but the drinks and appetizers were great. read more

First night problems. Servers not knowing their jobs...stuff like that. However, the food was excellent! Veal meatballs, broccoli rabe, chicken scarpiello, chicken Milanese-all first rate. No liquor license yet. A few nights of operation should help matters. They'll be a fine addition to the neighborhood. read more

Great food, generous portions, and low prices for the neighborhood. And the staff and management are very welcoming and accommodating.

Went there the second day they were open and it was already phenomenal. The service was great and the management was so welcoming. They made the perfect simple pizzas for my young kids and delicious food for us. Decor is lovely too! A great addition to the neighborhood! read more

This place was ok but not great. The one thing that was extremely disappointing was when we asked for our check, we were charged $95 dollars. After our credit card was charged it jumped to $115. When we asked why there was an increase, the waitress admitted to making a mistake but didn't tell us and was not honest. She dropped the bill and acted like we would not notice. I'm sorry but this is not acceptable and on top of that the table next to was was given specials and we did not receive the same treatment. Attention to detail is lacking and that is a bad sign. We will not come back. read more

Once again we had a delicious meal here with superb service. The pancakes are divine. Light and fluffy. Our server Flutura is perfectly lovely. So accommodating and attentive! read more

If I could give more than five stars I would. This place is the BEST!!!!! Food is unbelievable-- just try the bruschetta-- but the service is what really makes this place stand out. Happy to have stumbled upon Mercato! read more

First time to Mercato LIC. From the minute we walked through the door we had wonderful and positive energy treatment by all of the staff. Service was excellent. I felt like I was in a Trattoria in Rome!!! Food was outstanding -- very nicely presented, great flavors, nice portions. Will definitely return again. read more

Lovely environment at a great location on Vernon Blvd, with consistently delicious food. The menu is not overly large and there is a good selection of reasonably priced wine. Definitely recommend! read more

The restaurant is nice and quiet conversation with your date. The food is very reasonable priced and portions are good. They serve free bread with a spread. Service was good and food came quickly read more