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    Steve's Piccola Bussola

    3.7 (105 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Elisa R.

    Seems Like a true local.crowd.everyone knew everyone. The bus staff were phenomenal! Ordered chicken campogna, linguine w white clam.sauce, freshly tossed Caesar salad at table side. Preferred shaved Parmigianovs the shaker kind ..dressing on side. Wines were good. Traditional chianti Bread was served up immediately warmed w oil and butter options Parking is ample in rear of building Accessible Pricing appropriate for this area. Plentiful meals It's next to LIRR to access before a nyc night out. A must try Robust bar scene. Music overhead is soft rock. BTW, OLD FASHIONED WAY THEY WRAPPED LEFTOVER IN PLASTIC TO AVOID SPILLING ON WAY HOME 5+ CUSTOMER CONCERN

    Veal Parmesan and seafood marinara

    I usually go to the Piccolo Busola in Westbury, but today we decided to try the piccolos in Syosset. I'm glad we picked this location because the food and service was truly fantastic. The bake clams were great veal was one of the best I've ever had. The seafood fried Diablo was wonderful. Can't wait to go back.

    Filet of Sole Oreganata. Full tray for family style. I questioned it, and was told that is only supposed to serve 2. I guess family of 2?
    Dean S.

    Very disappointed about portion size for a "full tray." I questioned why there was only 2 small pieces. They claimed it only is supposed to serve 2. Even though this was supposed to be a larger portion family style.

    Frank T.

    This is a favorite place for my wife's cousins but it's ok for my taste. We always end up ordering more food than we can eat and spending a lot of money but we do take home leftovers for next day lunch. I agree with some of the other reviews that the servings used to be larger. Most of the food was very good but the shrimp was terrible. It had some kind of chemical after taste. Unfortunately it was in 2 of the dishes we ordered. Other than that everything else was fine. For apps we had stuffed artichokes, stuffed clams and the shrimp. Clams could be made whole or chopped, we had chopped. Stuffing for the apps were generous and the same for each dish. A little too much for me.The pomodoro entree was my favorite. Excellent sauce with bits of pancetta? We also had the chicken scarpariello. They make a very good version of this dish but the white meat was a bit dry. Dark meat was perfect. We also had another chicken and shrimp dish but the shrimp tasted just as bad as the app. We noticed another table had a pretty cool dessert tower so we ended up getting it. It was a cannoli base with tartufo ice cream and fruit on top. Definitely worth getting if you still have an appetite. Service was excellent, I would give them 5 stars. Overall I would rate them 4 stars but the shrimp really bothered me. Definitely worth going but avoid the shrimp.

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    Ben P.

    Very respectful staff. Clean space. Delicious food. This is my 3rd or 4th time here. I always order something different. Today I started with the Spedino alla Romano appetizer. Very tasty and very filling. If you order this forget dessert let alone finishing your main course. For dinner I ordered Chicken Rollatini with mushrooms. It's delicious but like I said I couldn't finish it. Couldn't do dessert but had to do a double espresso with Frangelico straight up. Always reliable always good. Never disappoint.

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    Food and service are fantastic. Never disappoints. Servers are attentive and give great menu recommendations.

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    The food was excellent! The sangria was wonderful !The service was great and the ambiance inviting . We'll definitely be back!

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    Chris & Tonys Restaurant & Lounge

    4.5(482 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    We wanted to try somewhere new instead of always going to our usual favorites, and we were so happy…read moreto discover this place tonight. From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. The ambiance has that classic white tablecloth feel -- elegant and comfortable without being overly formal. We were seated promptly for our 5:00 p.m. reservation and immediately felt relaxed. Warm bread with olive oil, vinegar, and butter arrived right away, which was such a nice touch. I was so hungry that I almost forgot to take a photo before finishing most of it. Since we'll be away for the holiday weekend, we decided to order single-size dishes instead of the larger family-style portions. I had the Linguine Alana, while hubby ordered the Chicken Napalatano special. Even the smaller portions were incredibly generous, and both dishes were beautifully prepared and packed with flavor. I do not eat meat, but I tried a small piece of hubby's chicken, and it was honestly delicious -- so tender that he was able to cut it with just a fork. What truly elevated the experience was the exceptional hospitality. Our server, Vinny, was personable, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enjoyable to talk to. He made excellent recommendations and answered all of our questions about the menu. One of the owners, Chris, also stopped by our table to make sure everything was perfect and that we were well taken care of, which made the experience feel even more welcoming and personal. Excellent food, generous portions, and outstanding hospitality -- exactly the kind of restaurant we love discovering. We left very impressed and will absolutely be returning soon.

    We tried Chris and Tonys for the first time, and I have to say, we were really impressed…read more The staff and service were outstanding. And the food was simply amazing. We ordered rigatoni alla vodka and angel hair with broccoli, garlic, and oil. As you walk in, there's a nice-sized bar area with lots of indoor seating. It's located in a strip mall, so finding parking can be a little tricky.

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    3.3(181 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    The food was great. The ambiance ok. Waiter was nice…read more We had the eggroll appetizer which had sausage, broccoli rabe, ricotta served with marinara. I got the chicken picata which came a la carte and a side of pesto cavatelli. The cavatelli was fresh pasta and the portion of pasta was large for a side I think they gave me just a regular pasta meal. I tried the Italian sunrise which I didn't like at all. My husband had the pesto gnocchi and enjoyed his meal. We finished with the cookies and cream mousse which was light. My cappuccino was delicious. My only complaints are my jacket and clothes smelled like fried food because we were sitting close to the kitchen which I didn't like of course. My leftover chicken was not entire meal that was leftover which was disappointing.

    This was hands down one of the most frustrating and disappointing experiences my family has ever…read morehad at a restaurant. On March 29th, we hosted my grandmother's 85th birthday here with about 30 people. This wasn't some last-minute reservation--we planned everything months in advance directly with Sal. From the very beginning, we made it clear that the entire reason we chose this restaurant was for their private room. My grandmother had attended another party there and loved that space--it's private, has its own bathroom, and was perfect since we had a lot of kids attending. Sal explicitly told us there was no minimum or maximum for the room and guaranteed it to us. Based on that promise, we booked the party. As the date got closer, we even upgraded the package--paying extra per person for an additional course. Only then did Sal casually slip in that we would NOT be getting the private room. So if we hadn't called to add that upgrade, we likely wouldn't have found out until the day of the event. When we questioned him, he suddenly claimed there was a "minimum" requirement of people to secure the room--something he NEVER mentioned before. Then he tried to say there was a contract stating we weren't guaranteed the room... except we were never given any contract. No paperwork. No receipt for our deposit. Nothing. Completely unprofessional and shady. A few days later, when my dad followed up, Sal finally admitted the truth: another, larger party booked the room. Fine--we understand businesses prioritize money. But don't LIE and promise something you can't deliver. Don't book us under false pretenses and then backtrack with excuses and made-up policies. We were then told we'd get the corner, semi-private part of the restaurant space with three tables. That didn't happen either. Instead, we were crammed into the front, basically in the middle of the restaurant. It was chaotic, loud, and completely inappropriate for a large family gathering--especially with young kids running around and my 85-year-old grandmother struggling just to get to the bathroom. To make matters worse, when we calmly expressed our disappointment afterward, Sal didn't even have the decency to have a conversation. He literally put his hand up and said, "I'm done with this conversation," and walked away, leaving his waiter to handle it--despite the fact that he was the one who mishandled everything. The lack of accountability, professionalism, and basic respect was unbelievable. We felt completely taken advantage of and misled from start to finish. This was supposed to be a special milestone celebration, and instead it turned into a stressful and upsetting experience for our entire family. We will absolutely NEVER be coming back, and I strongly advise anyone considering booking an event here to think twice. If they can do this to a party planned months in advance, they can do it to anyone.

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    4.0(166 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    We dined at Cafe Testarossa and ordered the Emilia Romagna Wednesday course menu, and the…read moreexperience was excellent from start to finish. The food was outstanding across every course. We started with fresh baked bread and their signature ricotta-style bruschetta dip, which set the tone right away. The meats and cheeses were high quality and full of flavor. The tortellini in broth was especially comforting and perfect for the colder weather. For entrees, the veal was perfectly crispy and paired well with the mashed potatoes and spinach. The balanzoni stood out for its rich, flavorful sauce, and adding the lasagna was absolutely worth it -- layered, hearty, and extremely satisfying. Dessert was just as strong. The tartufo was rich without being overwhelming, the ice cream was smooth and refreshing, and the biscotti was hands down the best we've ever had. Ending with coffee tied the meal together nicely. Service throughout the evening was attentive, well paced, and knowledgeable about the course menu, which made the experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with a classic Italian feel that made it easy to settle in and enjoy a full multi-course meal. Overall, this was a well executed dining experience with thoughtful courses, strong service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

    I had an absolutely excellent dinner at Cafe Testarossa the other night. We started with the…read moreoctopus appetizer, which was perfectly prepared--tender and flavorful. For the main course, both the lamb chops and the halibut were standouts; the quality of the ingredients and the execution were top-tier. Big portions and worth what you pay for. We finished with the coconut creme brulee, a unique and delicious twist on a classic. The coconut flavor was not overpowering. Service was attentive and they brought us bruschetta on the house to start with. Highly recommend this spot if you're in the Syosset area.

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