This has to be some of the best Italian in Queens! When we walked in, we smelled the aroma of fresh pizza and pasta. The staff were super welcoming, and they even had an option to sit in their garden out back. When we were seated, the amazing service continued. They even let us sit away from the AC unit so it was less noisy. We were soon presented with a free appetizer of fresh bread, which was pretty average, but a nice addition nonetheless. The food was just as amazing as everything else. I ordered a pizza margarita, and the crust was so soft and airy, and the cheese and basil were very flavorful. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed eating here, and would love to return. read more

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We had an absolutely amazing experience! Everything was delicious, from the beautiful beet salad and beef carpaccio to the pizza with potato croquettes. We also loved the Sangiovese and the wine from Umbria--it paired perfectly with our meal. The back garden dining area was such a wonderful surprise. It created such a charming, intimate atmosphere that made the evening feel extra special. And just when we thought the meal couldn't get any better, we were treated to a complimentary tiramisu! Wonderful food, fantastic wine, beautiful setting, and thoughtful service. We loved every minute and would absolutely come back! read more

I had such a great experience at Sotto Le Stelle in Queens so did the 3 other people I went with. The atmosphere inside is beautiful--the décor and lighting create a warm, inviting space that makes you want to sit and enjoy the evening. The service was excellent from start to finish; everyone was attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome. The drinks were made perfectly, and you can tell a lot of care goes into what they serve. The pizza was absolutely amazing! The dough was a standout and had that perfect texture and flavor. We also tried the homemade pasta, which was cooked to perfection, along with the bread and burrata, both of which were delicious. Oh and l the panna cotta was so so tasty and swerved the right way with a berry sauce... sooo damn good! Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience. Great food, great drinks, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. Highly recommended!! read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

We came here last minute on Friday for lunch and it didn't disappoint. It was close to my mom's place. It's such a pretty, rustic restaurant. We were greeted by the bartender/hostess, sat down and we ordered the Hugo Spritz and my brother had the Fig Old Fashioned; then we placed our lunch order and my mom had the Tiella (video and picture) me and my brother shared the margherita pizza and the polpette and of course we ended our meals we shared the tiramisu. read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Tiella - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Always one of my favorite meals in Queens. I scrolled through some 1 star reviews and idk wtf these people are saying about the service. It's great and friendly and attentive and always has been. Every time we've been here. Pizza is burnt? wtf r u nuts? It's the 900 degree oven. It makes the crust perfect !!!!! The Tiella was delicious as was the Stuzzichini. My fav!!! Primitivo wine. Mezcal old fashioned. And affogato for dessert. Perfect meal and great Sunday afternoon. read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Tiella. Yum!!! - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

I have been here several times and they have been great. They are a wonderful place to celebrate birthdays. The food is really good. They have given us free stuff before which is super generous. They've accommodated my million allergies without a problem. I highly recommend the pizzas. The desserts are great. Everyone has loved the food. read more

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Really nice place the pizza is AMAZING, the appetizers wow ! The bartender is so nice too . I love this place I will go again for sure .

Sotte Le Stelle is a gem. It's romantic but not stuffy, the food is excellent and the service goes above and beyond to be accommodating and friendly. The food is so good that I recommend ordering family style and sharing a bunch of dishes. For me, the stars (no pun intended) are the exceptional Diavola pizza and its sibling, the Angel And Devil pizza (the only difference as far as I can tell is the hot honey on the A&D). For pasta, I recommend the exceptionally fresh and delicious carbonara. Last, you have to do the Nutella Calzone for dessert. It is a sight to behold, and you will surprise yourself by how quickly you can make this enormous, doughy, Nutella-oozing delight disappear. read more

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Food here was very authentic, from an Italian cook as stated by our server. My wife who was raised in Milan, Italy approved of their food - confirming the authenticity of flavors. Highly recommend their pizza with prosciutto, arugula, and ricotta - with a balsamic reduction drizzled on top. Flavors really harmonize topping off with the wood-fired crust flavor on the head. Wash it all down with a Peroni that is on tap - not bottled and you have yourself a meal. Service was kind and hospitable, one of the servers was from Italy herself and my wife enjoyed a conversation with her in Italian. The inside is quite spacious, with seating for parties of 2 or 4, even 6. Plenty of seating for you and a couple of friends. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Italian food. Did I mention they also have a happy hour from 4-6pm? read more

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Never disappoints! One of my favorite Italian restaurants in NYC. Such cozy space. Friendly, quick and attentive service. We shared the fritto misto, special risotto, and funghi pizza. Ended with the panna cotta and chocolate cake. Cappuccino was delightful. read more

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Absolutely loved this place. It's been on my "must" list for some time since we moved nearby. We came here for lunch and were able to get a spot at the outdoor patio. The staff was so friendly and attentive. The food was incredible!! Omg. We had the fried calamari to start and that was truly exceptional. Not greasy, cooked perfectly and the sauce it came with was delicious. We had the Caprichossa pizza (mushroom, prosciutto, artichoke, olives, cheese) and the pasta carbonara. Both were soooooo delicious. We've been to 3 parts of Italy so anytime we go to an Italian restaurant, that is the standard we hold our food and flavor to. Let me say, the flavors were outstanding. The food tasted like it was made with pure Italian ingredients and an Italian chef! Very hard to find these days. The ambiance is so chill and it is such a warm and inviting atmosphere. The staff is very attentive and accommodating. We will 100% be back here to try other dishes on their menu. What a gem! This place is a must try! Soooo worth it. read more

Service was excellent! Restaurant was warm and cozy. The dishes were tasty and portions were a good size. read more

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Excellent service. Delicious restaurant with a very bright heated patio. Must be amazing in the summer when it's opened. I had a pizza and the dough is like the one I have in Italy when I go: my favorite (sorry nyc pizza, you rank second for me). read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Everything ! Seriously ! The rustic ambience, the delicious food, cocktails, wine, and or beer, desert! Not to forget all involved with the service . From the handsome tattooed metradee. ( an apologies. Not sure how to spell that.) to the bartenders $ servers. Hats off to the cooks in the small kitchen and the pizza makers in the brick oven oven. read more

Perfect cozy place for brunch on a weekend! The Angel and Devil pizza is always a good idea and the Spaghetti Carbonora is phenomenal, the serving is for one person. Great vibes and friendly staff. Overall, highly recommend! read more

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Updating my last review, as I finally had a chance to come and actually dine here (for the Sunnyside Restaurant week) rather than grab a pizza to go. I came away from the experience super satisfied and full, and would easily come here again. It's great to know there's an authentic Italian pizzeria in the neighborhood! Came with 2 friends for an early lunch and we were sat down promptly. The manager, waiters and bartenders are all Italian, which is a real good sign. Ordered the Parmigiana di Melanzane as an appetizer - and it was quite good. Followed with the Pizza Quattro Formaggi as my main and found it to be on par with any solid, good pizzeria I've been to in Italy - which is the best compliment I can give them. Made sure to get myself a good glass of red wine to go along with it and my friends got cocktails which were similarly tasty. Finished my meal with a nice gelato (tiramisu' and lemon) - but was especially blown away by their home-made dessert shot of chocolate liqueur and ice cream, which they gave to us as a thank-you for stopping by. It ended up being about $60 (tip included) - which isn't exactly super cheap, but to be fair that covered an appetizer, a (good) pizza, a glass of wine and dessert - plus I'm getting great quality here so it's a fair price. Will definitely be back. read more

Sotto Le Stelle was recommended by a friend, and I finally got around to trying it. Their wood-fired pizza menu has a ton of variety, including one shaped like a star. We naturally had to go with the star-shaped one and it was delicious, though the center was a bit too floppy. The crust, however, was incredible, and the ricotta inside really elevated the already amazing dough. We also tried the mussels, which were super fresh, and the tomato-based sauce they came in complemented them perfectly! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was great. It's actually bigger on the inside. Definitely worth the visit. Would be coming by again the next time I'm craving this type of pizza. read more

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There's nothing I can say about this place that hasn't been said in all the other reviews, food is great , service is great , price point is great , so many reasons to come here ,but the two top ones for you should be 1. they they are one of the only resturants in queens that make cabonara with the love and respect it deserves , no freaking spaghetti in Alfredo sauce with bacon here..yeah im looking at you Parkside 2... Five words , the goddamn ferrero rocher tart! Just ughhh godamn .. An amazing place to hang out ,drink some wine, and pick on some of the best Italian food in Queens . Highly recomended read more

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A Loyal Customer Since Day One -- Never Again! I rarely write reviews. But after tonight, I felt I had no choice. My husband and I were among the first customers when Sotto Le Stelle opened in Sunnyside. We fell in love with the place -- the Fritto Misto, the Angel and Devil pizza, the Crema di Funghi e Tartufo, and especially the Pasta Tiella, which was unlike anything else in the neighborhood. Over the years we introduced more than a dozen friends and family members here, people who became regulars themselves. We were genuinely proud to share it with everyone we knew. But over time things changed. Burnt pizzas. Inconsistent flavors. The Fritto Misto started showing up with soggy zucchini. Reading through other customers' reviews we began seeing complaints about dishes that tasted nothing like what we remembered. We gave them the benefit of the doubt and kept going back. That was our mistake. Tonight was our last visit. We arrived on a Wednesday around 7PM, surprisingly packed for a weeknight. The place has shifted into more of a neighborhood bar scene and the dining experience feels like it has taken a back seat to that. Our server was pleasant enough -- he set us up, explained the specials, and took our order. I ordered our usuals -- the Fritto Misto, Crema di Funghi e Tartufo, and the Pasta Tiella. He asked whether we wanted everything together or one by one. I said it didn't matter, whichever was faster. He only caught the first part and put the order in as all together. For those who don't know, the Pasta Tiella alone takes 15 to 20 minutes as it is baked in the brick oven, so serving everything together was always going to mean a longer wait. The couple next to us, who ordered after us, had their pizzas within minutes. We sat with a bread basket. Ten minutes passed. Then twenty. Then twenty-five. At around the 25 minute mark I asked our server about the status of our order. He said the kitchen was busy. I asked if it was too late to cancel and leave. He went to check with the manager. This is where the evening went from frustrating to something else entirely. The manager came over already visibly annoyed before I said a word. When I calmly explained the miscommunication he cut me off and said -- and I quote -- "This is not a McDonald's." He then snippily offered to bring out the pizza. I told him to cancel the order. We waited for our bill to pay for our drinks, barely touched as they were. After a few minutes he noticed we were waiting and gestured that it was not necessary. The comped drinks did not soften what had just happened. It felt more like a way to end the interaction quickly than any genuine goodwill. Here is what strikes me most. He had no idea who we were. He didn't know we had been coming since day one, that we had sent dozens of people his way, or that I used to feel comfortable enough to stop in alone for lunch. To him we were just another table causing a problem on a busy night. And that is exactly the point -- if this is how he treats any customer who raises a perfectly reasonable concern, the problem runs deeper than one bad night. We will not be returning. And because SoleLuna and Arcobaleno Gelateria next door are owned by the same people, we won't be visiting those either. There is a real sadness in writing this. But the moment a manager talks down to a customer who simply asked a reasonable question after a long wait, he is not just losing one table. He is losing everyone that table ever brought through the door. read more

First time at their pizza establishment. Same owners as Sol e Luna. Great Italian food. The pizza is tasty. Had the carbonara, cheesy and salty as it is. And the bufflo cheese with sausage. It was savory and sweet from the sauce just perfect. Service is great, the waitress gave suggestions. The ambiance is causual. Overall would eat again. read more

I've been on a pizza kick and I'm astounded this place doesn't land on any listicle. Maybe that's for the better, to avoid price and foot traffic increases. We went on a Monday evening and it was so far, our best new restaurant experience of the year to date. Eurodance music pumping, chitchatter of old Italian men, delicious pizza, and the bartender chattin' it up with 2 lovely young ladies. The Earth-toned blue and gold draping the restaurant, gave it a classy and Starry Night theme. It was a mix of old school and modern comfort. The vibes were there. We opted for a single pizza between the two of us to meet our dietary goals but one can be a comfortable size for a person. Feeling a little spicy, we ordered the Angel and Devil, a pizza that actually executes the hot honey flavor very well. We've been to a few other spots that are "known" for this but they might as well be spicy ketchup. The pizza came dripping with flavor. A little watery but we found that it was a great consistency to pick up or slices and smear it on the plate. It was a hot mess in the best way possible. You can best believe we're coming back for another date night. read more

Came here specifically for their seafood chitarra with a few peeps on a very rainy day and service was excellent. The restaurant had a cozy vibe and although we didn't get to dine outside, inside was just as nice. That said we ordered two seafood chitarra and pizza carbonara to share among four people and it was completely satisfying. I love how they blanketed the seafood chitarra with a thin layer of dough and had it cut among us. It's perfect for the gram and different. As for the pizza carbonara it was yummy. A cute twist from the pasta carbonara and flavor was nice. To end it all off we also ordered their gelato. Yummy indeed and packed with flavor. Overall, I enjoyed myself. read more

This French restaurant is a hidden jewelry in Sunnyside! we had two Tiella Pasta dishes and a Cabonia pizza. The Tiella is a definite must-have dish, a delicious seafood with homemade pasta baked with a pizza dough cover! the pizza was delicious as a starter. we were planning to visit the Gelato place next door but discovered both places is owned by same owner so we were happy to stay in our seats and our the Gelato in the restaurant. the decor is Lovely and service was great. I totally recommend this place. read more

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So glad I found this place to enjoy pizza, I really love wood fire pizza and we enjoyed the margarita and their appetizer of the meatballs (definitely always order)! Love the ambiance of the place, there's a heated patio in the back too. The service was quick and friendly! read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Margherita Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

The pizza looked so good! And the ambience and service was so nice, but the food was a strong miss. Both the Angel and Devil Pizza ($19.50) and Star Pizza ($21.50) fell apart when trying to grab them. The Star Pizza crust had extra cheese inside them, which was cool. It was easier to chew than the Angel and Devil's. Maybe their pasta is better than their pizzas, but I wouldn't come back. read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Angel and Devil Pizza (bottom) ; Star Pizza (top) - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

My girlfriend and I came here the other day. We both got personal pizzas and shared. The margherita and braccio di ferro were good. Service was fine. Ambiance is nice but the walking pathway through the restaurant is very narrow. All you need is one unlucky moment to bump into a server with food. The bathroom has a weird air blower (I have no idea how it worked and even if it did, I wouldn't want to use it) instead of paper towels. That was a turn-off. read more

Actually 2.5 to be fair Food consistently OK...meaning just OK Service on the other hand consistently getting worse on a monthly basis...perhaps weekly....we don't go as often anymore... Yet I tipped even above the standard 20%....starting with the next visit tip will be no more than 10%...if that much. Tips subsidize the owner/s anyway! read more

I have changed my mind about how I feel. The second visit to Sotto Le Stelle was amazing. After meeting up, we randomly walked in around 8:30 PM, and they provided us a table in the back al fresco. It was wonderful. We had been able to get water and our menus right away. I also noticed our waitress was responsive, kindly checking in on us, and was present for any additional meal options and drinks. It was such a change from the last visit. This experience was wonderful, and we were all pleased. Plus, my friend from Italy really wanted some delicious pizza, and pretty much all my friends from work wanted to try this spot, and it did not disappoint. The pizza had a bit of char, and the flavor was amazing. I had the Cipricciosa (hope this is spelled right), and it was heavenly. It had olives, ham, cheese, and fresh tomatoes...so deliciously good! I would highly recommend it to others. FYI: Although we tried to make reservations, this restaurant seems that they take parties with 6 or more people. read more

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Took my family here on Valentines Day. Food here was amazing. I had th prosciutto with arugula. Highly recommend read more

Wow my fiancé wanted to try this place out and it didn't disappoint. It's a beautiful sit down pizza restaurant that also has pasta and appetizers on the menu. You can grab a glass of wine beer or a cocktail. Thank you Matthew for the best service I can ask for. We really had a good time here. The pizza was delicious, just how I like it paper thin if that's the kind of pizza you like. The prices also are affordable for the quality of food that you get. read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Great neighborhood spot for pizza/pasta dishes. They're usually pretty packed, but we always manage to score a table without waiting too long. Pretty spacious - theres a large outside dining area in the back. We came during Sunnyside Restaurant Week a while back and were hooked on their pizza's. Decided to come back to sample some other items on their menu. We ordered the Fritto Misto (fried calamari, shrimp and zucchini) to start. For mains, we had the seafood Tiella Pasta, La Carbonara Pizza, Star Pizza and Chicken Parm. The Seafood Tiella Pasta was baked with a layer of pizza dough in the oven and we dipped the dough in the pasta to soak up all the sauce. Delicious! read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Fritto Misto - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Still my favorite pizza spot in Queens and it never disappoints. Tried out the bruschetta (added fresh burrata), orecchiette bolognese, and gelato on my recent visit and loved them all! Service was on point and I left very happy and full (so leftovers, of course). It's such a gem! read more

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The pizza here was incredible. Perfect chewy texture with amazing flavor. The octopus was perfectly cooked with an amazing char. The service here was also incredible. The servers were attentive and staff was super friendly. read more

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Good brick oven pizza. Small rustic spot with that brick oven burnt crust and really good dough and ingredients. read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

The place was buzzing late Friday night. The staff at the bar listed all the specials of the day and while everything sounded worth a taste, we only had 2 stomachs between the two of us (someone alleges they have a secret one for emergencies) so we took our time and selected the fried burrata, angel and devil and pizza, and a pasta dish. I would have to come back another time for the salad. I enjoyed everything. The fried burrata had a thin crispy coating, the angel and devil pizza had the right amount of heat with the hot honey coming through, and there was no hiding that the chitarra was not to be mistaken for any other pasta. Will be back. read more

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My friend told me about this place so, I was excited to try it out. As lactose intolerant person, I choose my cheat restaurants carefully. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed Food: 3/5 We ordered the CARPACCIO DI CARNE and POLIPO ALLA GRIGLIA for appetizers. It was okay. I have had better Carne at SoleLuna. Then for entrées we ordered the SEAFOOD TIELLA PASTA and BUFALINA. I was very disappointed with the seafood pasta as it was gummy and overcooked. The pizza had a weak bottom crust and was floppy vs crunchy. So, all in all, very disappointing. Service and Ambiance: 2/5 We were seated promptly on a busy Friday Evening but was promptly dismissed afterwards. We even had to ask for water, menus, and table settings after we noticed no one was available after 15 mins. This place is not quite specifically when are sat next to a 3 year old so, not my vibe. All in all, I don't plan to go back and will rather go to the other Italian places nearby. read more

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Food - Authentic mind blowing Ambiance - Cozy Service - quick & Very Attentive Parking right opposite under the bridge makes it easy Complimentary Bread was rustic Italian pull apart kind. Bruschetta - fresh perfectly seasoned tomatoes on crispy oven toasted bread Angel & Devil - Hot sopressata and hot honey pizza was a unique combination of spicy sweet . Hand tossed authentic Naples style crust . La Romana - Roman style pizza with cheese and potatoes which was a bit plain due to us ordering it sans prosciutto. Vegan - this was unexpectedly good ,with tomato sauce base topped with artichokes mushroom Tiramisu - home made in a jar , creamy not butter with a mild coffee flavor Macchiato - was a sure shot pick me up but a satisfying way to end our dinner . read more

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My boyfriend and I walked in on a Friday night at 6:30 and got seated right away. I tried: + Passion jalapeño margarita + Minestrone soup + Fritto misto + Angel and devil pizza The highlight was the fritto misto, followed by the soup. Fun neighborhood spot - most everyone seemed like a local! read more

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Awesome pizza. Grabbed the carbonara pie while waiting to pick up family at LGA. Pie was great.

I was in the mood for pasta and pizza. After browsing around, I found Sotto Le Stelle and their food looked really good! So I ordered Seafood TIella (Homemade spaghetti w/ shrimps, calamari, mussels in light cherry tomato sauce, served with focaccia pizza bread, $25.50) and Capricciosa (Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, olives, artichokes, mushrooms and basil, $19.50) through Uber Eats. Seafood TIella looked really enticing. The pasta and seafood were fresh and plentiful. It was phenomenal and definitely a must-try. I devoured the whole thing without even taking a picture of it. Lol. Capricciosa looked really good as well. It looks like they put a lot of toppings on it. I can really see big chunks of artichoke, unlike the other places I have tried before. I'm definitely a fan of Sotto Le Stelle and looking forward to trying their other menu items. Ciao! read more

Sotto Le Stelle - Capricciosa Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Sunnyside, New York