Excellent Italian Food. Customer service was excellent as well, the waitress took her time and gave me a few tasting of wines so I was able to pick a favorite. The food tasted good and original as if it was made in Italy, and I LOVED that even after we finished eating, they were not handing the bill right away, they let customers relax and enjoy the place even after finishing the meal, which makes this restaurant have the REAL LAID BACK RELAXED Italian vibe. We actually had to ask for the bill when we were ready to go. In my opinion, this is how restaurants must be always, and let us feel welcome and familiar. read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Food: 3/5 - ordered the squash blossom app off their specials that was underwhelming, truffle gnocchi that lacked flavor and had too much cheese on top, and the Fagottini alla Valerio which was quite delicious. Service: 5/5 - super kind and attentive staff Ambiance: 4/5 - small cozy restaurant with warm lighting read more

1st Time customer so I'll hold onto the 5th star Unexpectedly came here for Saturday brunch. I ordered the Hemingway eggs Benedict but with scrambled eggs and hollandaise on the side. That hollandaise sauce has a hint of white wine so I really appreciate it stuck with the classic recipe. Perfectly scrambled eggs on top of lightly toasted buttered slices of crusty pillowy baguette. It was served with some salad and dressing drizzled and wedges of perfectly roasted potatoes. The fine details. The regular coffee, to which I added 1 packet of turbinado sugar and a splash of half and half and whole milk, was delicious. It provided me the caffeine fix for the afternoon. Not only did this restaurant satisfy my savory tooth but also my sweet tooth. We ordered the panna cotta topped with macerated mixed berries (blackberries , blueberries, raspberries) and pistachio cheesecake (a layer of sponge cake, whipped cheesecake and pistachio cream). We shared it and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. The panna cotta is light, milky-tasting, custardy in texture, light on the vanilla bean. Both desserts are sweet but not overly sweet. Just perfect. We ate everything on those plates! And the staff are polite and friendly. read more

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The service is absolutely excellent by Daniele .Also all the other my favorite bartenders, Nico and Antonio are doing absolutely fabulous job! The food wise my favorite is crab cakes w/mustard mayo The ambiance of the restaurant is rustic, comforting lighting, cozy and welcoming. read more

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It's been a decade since SoleLuna came roaring into the Sunnyside dining scene, helping the neighborhood graduate from its NY Italian options (#1) into something more akin to the real deal. After taking over an old diner space (#2), it remains a destination for some and a consummate neighborhood fixture for most. Sitting on the northwest corner of 40th and Queens Boulevard, it faces the 40th St subway stop on the 7. The interior was once memorable for being exceptionally narrow, but it's been balanced out by the growing outdoor table presence perfect for al fresco dining. The new facelift from last year has brightened up the space and modernized the look. There are a lot of highlights on the food front, which starts with their homemade pasta. The ragu pappardelle, wild boar, and lasagna bolognese are as good as advertised, as is the gnocchi, fagottini, ravioli, and cacio e pepe. Any of their pasta specials are worth a look and no place in the neighborhood comes close. The non-pasta options have proven to be just as popular. The pan seared chicken in lemon sauce (pollo al limone) and the pan seared wild salmon (salmone alle erbe) are quality choices. The polpette meatballs are a bit on the saltier side, as is the arancini del giorno and the extremely tasty beef carpaccio. Portions are modest and coupled with the high prices, make the place feel a tinge more premium than most other places in the area. Service is usually good and the night time vibe is lovely. SoleLuna has earned the distinction as one of Sunnyside's most distinct establishments. ___________ (#1) *Eye*Talian (#2) https://www.yelp.com/biz/new-post-coffee-shop-sunnyside read more

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We wanted to check out one of the highest rated joints in Sunnyside, and SoleLuna is a Yelp fave. But...we were very underwhelmed! The place is fine, but only one dish stood out: the signature ravioli stuffed with pear and ricotta. That dish was amazing, with nuanced flavor and a cool yellow orange color that pops out. The rest of the food was meh, nothing special. The mocktail was very good so this might be good for brunch or after work light bites. But for the price ($20-30 per entree) you can do MUCH better. The server was decent but he didn't come by very much and the place was not that crowded. The decor is nice, semi-rustic with wood tables and European accents like Italian food cans and signs. Overall, very average Italian food for queens. We didn't dislike anything, but we left unsatisfied. Food: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Value: 3/5 read more

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Delicious and fresh. I tried the pesto and cacio e Pepe and fresh mozzarella with tomato very good. Staff were attentive and spoke Italian very cozy place to enjoy a drink or meal. Bus and 7 train are close by. Will revisit read more

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solid italian food but definitely a bit fancier, pricier, and smaller portions. seems like this place has been around for a long while and draws a lot of older regulars. i got the fagottini alla valerio which was tasty and unique but had some surprisingly hard pieces inside. service and ambience are nice. read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - fagottini alla valerio - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Came here with my family on a Saturday night- it was busy and we didn't have a reservation but we were still able to get seated immediately. Service was quick and attentive, and the food was really solid- we really enjoyed the Pappardelle al Funghi, Lasagna, and the Branzino. Overall, love that there's an option close by for good quality Italian food in a relaxed, down-to-earth setting! read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Polpette - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Skip the stuffed ricotta squash blossoms. It came out soggy and the only flavor was the ricotta. For mains, I highly recommend the pear ravioli. It was sweet and salty and served in a buttery sauce. The gnocchi is also a skip for me. It came with melted shredded american cheese? on top and made it too salty. There was also very little truffle flavor. read more

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SoleLuna made for a great family dinner, and there wasn't a wait even tho we didn't have a reservation on a Saturday evening which was a win. We loved their mushroom pasta (pappardelle ai funghi). The lasagna was good and a heavy portion - generous on the meat (bolognese), but almost too much so (high meat to pasta ratio). If you're a meat lover tho this is a must-order! The chitarra al pomodoro was good, a classic thin pasta with tomato sauce. The service was nice and let us get a refill on the complimentary bread which was nice to eat with the meatball sauce (gotta make that $12.50-for-4-meatballs dish worth it). The four of us ate family style for the pastas and the Branzino. The branzino and the mushroom pasta were the winners of the night. read more

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Amazing local italian place! We decided to eat here as it was local and close by and happy to report that it may be a new regular favorite! Staff are super nice and friendly with quick and efficient service. We ordered brushetta to share, 2 pasta mains that did not disappoint and had a great time catching up over the softest, most delicious pistachio cheesecake. Not once were we rushed to leave. Will be back again! read more

Last Sunday my bestie took me out to our neighborhood restaurant to celebrate. We were greeted by the manager and sat at the table for four since my friend is a semi regular and he knew she always samples half the menu at a time. It was a warm day so the outside extension of the restaurant was open. The tables are covered by a tent like structure so no cold air can penetrate, but the setting sun gave a greenhouse effect which made the atmosphere perfect. The inside of the restaurant is small but has a decent bar and reasonably spaced out tables. The manager and our server were super friendly and cracked jokes with us at times including the whole room. The service was quick and servers were considerate. One couple who came in after us actually left before us. The staff made sure everyone was having a good time - which created a more relaxed environment than in other restaurants. The food is phenomenal. We ordered the soup of the day - which was squash; Granchio (crab cakes); Fagottini Alla Valero (ravioli style pasta with pear and cheese - my absolute favorite dish there); pappardelle ai funghi (past with mushroom sauce); and other things. Then for dessert my friend had Tiramisu and espressp and I had pana cotta dressed with berries. We also had two drinks each! We spent about $150 total before tax and tip. Dishes are $12-$23 each. We were so busy enjoying the food - we actually forgot to take pictures of our pasta! I have been there at least twice in the last year and I can say the quality of food and service is consistent. We always have a good time there. If you are looking for an Italian restaurant - I highly recommend trying this spot. Seriously run don't walk!! read more

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Ordered takeout from here. They have a decent variety of pastas to choose from on the menu. The pasta was cooked al dente which tasted good and the portion is decent. Would say the price is a little on the higher end for the takeout portion, not sure if the dine in portions are larger. They have an option to add an extra $6 for protein which we opted to skip out on. Staff was friendly on the phone when asking about restaurant hours. read more

BEST pasta I have had in NYC! This place is no frills but all the food is absolutely delicious. We also had some cocktails that were delicious. You also get complimentary bread that you can have refilled. Only downside is that this place is a tad expensive, but the food is worth it. I can't wait to come back. The pear pasta is to die for. read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Fagottini alla Valerio - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Love everything about Soleluna. The service. Food. Wine. Beer cocktails. Ambience. I go as often as I can. Great atmosphere. Tis my pleasure sharing these thoughts with yo read more

Sunday lunch. Walked in and sat at the bar. 89 degrees temp outside and I was served room temp water. Had to ask for ice. Staff was casual and frivolous about service or any attention. Bruschetta came out in1 minute and so did my salad Sole, as if were sitting for long in kitchen. Salad was served in a bowl that was chipped in two places. Not even mixed/ tossed, just dumped the ingredients on top of each other. Unappetizing. I showed it to server. Both bartender and server didn't much care. Nobody even asked for any drink. Service on Monday on the other hand by Chelsea and Nico was friendly, attentive and made my luncheon a special one. Today lacked everything. Zero attention. Staff were just kinda fooling around. I still doubled the tips. Done! No more visiting this place... read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Delicious homemade pasta in a small cozy restaurant with lots of windows and natural light for a Sunday lunch! Service was very fast on a Sunday afternoon. read more

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My daughter in law had a birthday this week, so we met up with them on a shopping trip to Sunnyside. They suggested Soleluna as a longtime favorite spot. We don't often eat Italian, but this turned out to be something special. Lunchtime here was filled with people quietly eating some seriously good food. My wife got a very meaty crab cake plate after we all shared a marvelous board of cheeses and shaved meats. My pesto pasta was delicious and very generous. The service was attentive and pleasant, if a bit European when we were finishing up. Otherwise it was a perfact gathering. read more

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Not sure if we came on the wrong day however my friend has been raving about this place for years, but even she was disappointed. We came right after Christmas and was disappointed with the food. The service was excellent though and the wait staff was very sweet and gave us limoncello and dessert on the house which was amazing. Cute little place...good to take your date. Decent wine selection and decent price with generous pour. We had Insalata sotto le stelle which is sun dried tomatoes with artichokes. The size was beyond generous for the price however the taste was just ok. For entrees we shared the pappardelle al funghi and this special seabass dish that they had. Honestly the flavor was extremely underwhelming. The seabass has a side of broccoli rabe and even that wasn't good. The only thing that was good was the portion size. Very generous. Again, i'm not sure if they just had a bad day since I came with my friend who has been coming here for years and always love it but she didn't like the food either. Service again was excellent and big thanks to the girls that took care of us..overall if given the chance, would probably try this spot read more

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I came here on a weekend and it was pretty busy. Started off with a salad and the entrees were spaghetti alle vongole and chitarra al pomodoro with shrimp. The food was okay. I thought it would taste better with those prices. I waited almost 25 minutes to get the check and I asked 3 times for it. Very disappointed that I was not taken care of because it was busy. read more

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After a photo session, my band was taken for a fantastic meal at SoleLuna in Sunnyside. I began with the Bianco Negroni Sbagliato....fantastic cocktail, impeccably made. Stuzzichini was awesome, as was the housemade rigatoni with 'nduja and eggplant. Finished with torta della nonna and a perfect gratis limoncello shot. Terrific spot with that true Italian bistro feel. read more

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Love SoleLuna!!! They make you feel like family here. I came for their restaurant week and ordered the mushroom pasta, beef carpaccio and the chocolate cake. I practically licked everything off my plate, but had to take the chocolate cake to go. I usually never finish pasta dishes on my own! As many others have stated, I highly recommend the mushroom pasta - great flavor, perfectly al dente, and a good portion size! Beef carpaccio with the Parmesan and lettuce tasted light and refreshing with a nice touch of protein to add to the meal. Chocolate cake I ate the next day and it was deliciously decadent. Would return! read more

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Love the outdoor seating vibe, great service...but the food I ordered, lasagna...was too salty, and kinda blend. I might come back and give it another try, or at least for drinks cause the servers are nice. Proof that good hospitality means something! read more

The food here is Absolutely delicious! Great ambience and experience! With a beautiful and incredible atmosphere and staff!

Food was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The waitress was very sweet and made sure to do the candle in the cake and accommodated my food allergies. The place is small but fits a good number of people. I would definitely come back and recommend it to others read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Gnocchi in butter - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Finally made it out to Soleluna and had a great meal here - everything defintiely tasted homemade and it's a nonfussy, classic Italian spot serving some unexpected dishes. I got the fagotini which is not a pasta shape you see everyday (they're like little purses stuffed inside) and it was nice, creamy, sweet, and would definitely get it again. That little rosemary garnish does a lot, and tasted nice, vegetal towards the end. Definitely handmade pasta. the seafood passta was good, too, with really tender salmon. When the pastas hit the table, the waiter came around to offer cheese to our liking, and was politely hesitant to do the same for the seafood pasta dish but said he would do it if we wanted, which was the moment I knew this place was truly Italian (from Italy, not American) because cheese and seafood together is a no no according to them! Love it. Wishing this place all the success! read more

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Street parking, so bring money to feed the meter. I grabbed a seat at the counter. The place was an intimate cafe. The server was a young fella. I asked, and he is from Southern Italy, but his English was good. The inpression that this was authentic Italian came with the wonderful bread. No butter, but drizzle it with olive oil and I would be happy all day long. The lasagna is an individual serving in a soup bowl. It was not steaming, but watch out, that hot cheese is hot, roght out of the onion. You know it is made to order. Delicious. read more

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tldr, one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to in NYC, as well as best from a price to quality ratio. Pasta is all self-made, I've eaten here 5-10 times while living in Sunnyside, Queens. Highly recommend. They also have a sister restaurant called Sotto a few blocks down doing pizza. An overall 5 rating because the food is so good and fresh. - Food is great. Portions aren't the largest but enough to be content. The key is that the pasta is made in-house and al dente level is fire - They have nice rotating specials menu that keeps let's you try new things. Occasionally they have black squid ink pasta which is really good - The service can be a bit slow at times but that could be because they have real Italians working there who are still getting used to the culture. Yes this restaurant is run and operated by real Italins - Great cocktails - they don't taste watered down - The ambiance is relatively nice for the Sunnyside area. Good for bringing dates as well. read more

The food is homemade and amazing, especially the lasagna with béchamel sauce. We love this cozy and authentically Italian local spot.

I've been to this place twice, and had a great time, twice. Once for lunch and once for dinner. Both times they were exceptional. I recently had the special dinner menu, so I can't comment on the regular menu. I had : Cows milk cheese wrapped in prosciutto over sautéed mushrooms Beef Carpaccio/ arugula Hand made cavatelli with wild salmon in pink cream sauce. Pane-cotta. Ambiance is excellent, food is great, staff is personable and charming. Nothing bad to say about this place. If you want great genuine Italian food, go to SoleLuna. Geez I feel like an advert, but seriously. . . read more

I've passed the vibey crowd at this place so many times and was delighted to finally try it. The lasagna and salad were well portioned and delicious and our coffee hit the spot. Our server was very personable and attentive. Great music and ambiance. read more

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It was expensive. The vibes were immaculate tho. Not the best Italian food I've had but I was craving it so I wanted to try it. Nice service. read more

Dinner with friends was great. This place is my friend favorite. Food is excellent, good service and good vibes. We start with a dozen of oysters. Impepata Di Cozze (muzzles) I love the sauce, so taste. Burrata is fresh. Main course we have..... - Pollo: chicken is soft and not dry. - Lamb Chop: I love this dish; lamb is no smell and cooked perfectly. - Pappardelle Ai Funghi: pasta is al dente! We share a bottle of Amarone. Good wine! I will probably come back to try more food. I'm glad my friend introduces me to a good spot. read more

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Walked in at 6:45 on a Friday and there was no wait. My boyfriend and I shared: + Polpette (meatballs) + Fagottini alla valerio (pear and ricotta ravioli) + Fusilli al pesto + Asparagus + Chocolate cake The highlight was the ravioli, but everything was great. Will be back to try more pastas! read more

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We're currently obssessed with this cute italian place. I can't see anything that isn't good. I freaking love the carbonara but apparently they're only serving it for brunch. Lucky for us they have the cacio e pepe which is equally as good. We added some grilled shrimp to it and the shrimp is grilled and generously seasoned which is i wasn't expecting. The tiramisu is also soooo delish!!! not so sweet which is i love it like that!! Everyone who works here are also very warm and welcoming. Tonight we had Valerio as our server. He never failed to check on us and even let us stay there for 2 hours. He didn't make us feel rushed to get out. The bartender from Sunday brunch was also very nice, I wish I remember his name. I'm happy my bestfriend move to that neighborhood, we agreed that that would be our spot traditionally from now on! read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - mussels and boulevadier - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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The food at SoleLuna is delicious! The food, service and ambiance is wonderful. I will be coming back to experience the restaurant read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Brunch - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

New favorite neighborhood spot. The staff is so friendly, food is well portioned and so delicious. I've come during lunch and dinner hours, this spot is always packed with happy customers. They have an outdoor area as well. My usual go to's are bruschetta with burrata to start, pappardelle ai funghi for my main. Sauce is creamy and tasty, the pasta is cooked to perfection. Honestly you can't go wrong with any of their pastas. For the price and quality, this will remain my favorite restaurant in Sunnyside! read more

It is a beautiful place, but first insects came out of olive oil. Then, as the customers came, pressure was put on us to get up, it was not nice at all. Everything we wanted was brought too late. It's very disrespectful that they act like this and we saw a huge cockroach at the window. read more

SoleLuna Restaurant - Big Cockroach on the window - Cafes Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Heard about this place from my partner, so we decided to check it out since we was gonna be in the area! Had a delicious meal that exceed my expectations! Started off with the sotto le stelle salad with fresh arugala, sun dried tomatos, and marinated artichokes. The add on chicken breast was surprisingly tender and thin so it was chewy and juicy. The fusilli al pesto was by far my favorite. The pesto was extremely herbacious and fragrant without being too oily. It was perfectly nutty and well-seasoned. The fusilli itself was al dente and swooped up all the pesto inside. Each bite made me want more! Also I very much enjoyed the funghi pappardelle! The mushrooms were very well seasoned and covered with a strong aromatic garlic/parmesan flavor. The pappardelle was also al dente. Felt like the mushroom to pasta ratio was excellent! For desserts, the tiramisu was a little sweeter than how I would have liked it. Cream was fresh but wish the espresso flavors were stronger. They had a pretty good Italian wine list. We got lambrusco for the table and the sweet bubbly profile went well with our dishes. There is a good amount of seating (although some of the tables were more length than width). The lighting was dim, creating a super cozy environment, perfect for a date, meet up, or family dinner! Staff were polite and attentive. I'm still thinking about their pasta!! 12/10 would go back!! read more

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