A little off the beaten path, Trattoria Ora is one of Astoria's finest Italian restaurants. Yes, that unfortunately may explain why they open late and have less foot traffic. Known for its warm, rustic atmosphere and traditional Italian cuisine. Ray Besi owns the restaurant and features dishes made with fresh ingredients. We came there in May and found the restaurant mostly empty. We ordered the Chicken Ora (prosciutto, mozzarella, and asparagus) and the Ravioli funghetto (with mushrooms, truffle oil, and cream). Everything was absolutely delicious, and we can highly recommend Some of their best dishes are listed below. Pasta: House-made pasta dishes are a focus, including Ravioli funghetto with mushrooms, truffle oil, and cream; and Tagliatelle Bolognese. Entrées: Main courses feature chicken, veal, steak, and fish. Notable dishes include the Chicken Ora (prosciutto, mozzarella, and asparagus) and Veal Tartufatta (mushrooms and truffle oil). Seafood: Options include grilled salmon with vegetable risotto and Shrimp fradiavolo. Appetizers: Starters include Fried Calamari, Caprese salad, and Cold Antipasto. Desserts: All desserts are made in-house, featuring items like tiramisu, ricotta cheesecake, and warm apple strudel. Grubhub +4 Farfalle Dolcino: Bowtie pasta with shrimp, asparagus, and sun-dried tomatoes in a light yet flavorful sauce. Spaghetti Bolognese: Features a rich, meaty homemade sauce. Ravioli Funghetto: Spinach and ricotta cheese ravioli served with blended mushrooms, white truffle oil, and cream. Rigatoni Buttero: Rigatoni with Italian sausage, peas, and tomato sauce with a touch  The interior features a "farmhouse" feel, with rough-hewn wood tables, aged brick walls, and red-checkered tablecloths. Unlike some other Italian restaurants in the area, they are very professional, and you can see that in the way the servers carry themselves around the dining area. Overall, a solid recommendation if you are in the -just be prepared to travel off the beaten path as they are not easy to find read more

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I was craving calamari on a Saturday night, and I came across Ora. It has a nice homey feel, and it's tucked into a quiet neighborhood. The calamari was good and I enjoyed my glass of Pinot Grigio. The service was excellent, and I didn't feel rushed at all. Many people sitting close by said they really enjoyed their food. read more

My sister and I were having a girl's night this past Saturday, and we wanted to order some good pasta. Upon scouring GrubHub, we stumbled upon Trattoria Ora, and we were impressed by the pasta selections- most of the pastas aren't your run of the mill pastas, they're much more sophisticated. They're also all under $20, and come with your choice of salad, which I say is a great deal for the quality of the food you're getting. We started off with a classic caprese salad, which tasted fresh and delicious as always- you can't go wrong with a dish like that! There were only 3 stacks of mozzarella, tomato and basil, so bear that in mind- you might need to order more if you're a larger group. For our mains, I got the Farfalle Dolcino, which is bowtie pasta, shrimp, asparagus, and sun-dried tomatoes. The sauce was light yet extremely flavorful, and tasted a bit lemony. Pasta was cooked perfectly as well. My sister ordered the Rigatoni Buttero, rigatoni with tomato sauce, peas and spicy Italian sausage. Our meal also came with thick sliced Italian bread, which was great for soaking up the sauces. Even though we ordered delivery, we had a very pleasant experience. The courier came prior to the expected delivery window, so we got our food a few minutes earlier than expected. It was packed perfectly and was a great temperature. If it's even just for delivery, I'd recommend this place! I'm definitely interested in checking it out in person one day. Absolutely DIVINE pastas! read more

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Trattoria Ora is the perfect date night with its rustic, farmhouse-style ambiance and fine Italian cuisine. Come now, you will not be disappointed with the fine wines, homemade ravioli, chicken and meat dishes. read more

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I'm so glad this is my local go-to for Italian, the food here is delicious, the atmosphere is lovely, and the service has always been great. Being gluten free they've also always been able to accommodate with gluten free pasta, and several of their non-pasta mains are already gluten free. read more

This place is a hidden gem in Astoria! We came here on Friday night to celebrate my birthday and were seated immediately (although we made a reservation just in case) as the place was empty. The setting is rather dark and for a more intimate dinner. Perfect place to have a quiet birthday dinner with my best friend. As we were looking over the menu, they brought us out some warm sourdough bread with olives and chunks of Parmesan cheese. Who can say no to carbs? To start we shared the fried calamari. I ended up getting the lamb chops and she got the sirloin steak. I don't know if the waitress was new or not because when we asked for the sides she gave a whole list which included mashed potatoes and vegetables. We got serviced one plate with half roasted potatoes and the other half steamed broccoli.... The lamb chops and steak were flavorful. Mine wasn't well done like I asked but I hate complaining about food. Both protein portions were good so we both able to take a good amount of it home. Our first round of drinks was a Negroni and a Manhattan. Our second round was a glass of wine ... and I think because we were one out of three tables there, he had filled our glass wines up twice; at no charge. Also every time I took a sip of my water, they came around to refill it. It was a bit much for me. We didn't get dessert as the food and bread were so filling (we had two baskets of bread). We stayed about half an hour after we asked for them to pack up our leftovers and they forgot to give it to us. We were already in our Uber on the way home when we realized it ... so we had to go back. Overall it was a nice experience and I'd come back with my parents. Thank you for having us! read more

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Quiet sweet Italian restaurant. Amazing service and value. Food was delicious !! Great for parties and live music. Parking is not impossible but not easy. read more

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Came here recently with some family and had a mediocre experience. The restaurant was empty but also extremely hot. Service was fine but their was an allergy mishap which is frankly not OK. We asked if their pesto was dairy free, because pesto SHOULD have Parmesan or Pecorino... but was told theirs was dairy free. Not sure how or why. When my sister threw up in the restaurant bathroom from her dairy allergy, we asked again, if it contained dairy. The waiter said it shouldn't and went to go ask the chef, came back and said no he didn't add any dairy. How do you not know if your pesto contains dairy? Especially when it's one of the ingredients in pesto?! But then he came back to tell us the chef said there's no dairy in the pesto pasta dish. There was also no other wait staff which made me think he was also the manager or owner? But honestly, how do you not know the ingredients in your own restaurant? Let alone a pesto dish in an Italian restaurant. I think for that fact alone, I wouldn't go back or recommend... there are plenty of other Italian restaurants in the area to try and these guys were simply the closest. read more

I ordered the Chicken Cacciatore for pick up, and it was not only delicious, but it was a meal for two. Very generous portions at very reasonable prices. The staff was very friendly, what a hidden gem in Astoria! read more

Excellent food and service . Hidden neighborhood gem. Appetizer grilled portobello and Mediterranean salad main course ravioli funghetto , chicken parm were delicious. You must try the homemade tiramisu. We will definitely be back and highly recommend Trotoria Ora. read more

The food was so yummy. I promise it's worth coming. Don't listen to anyone else. The happy hour is legit. Good wine. They have a Pilsner that's so good i never have and im a beer drinker. The Mediterranean salad, So fresh and clean. The fried calamari was so good and golden. Wasn't fishy or nothing. So good. The chicken parm was omg ready to bite the fork. And the server Ari was so cool. Talking to us making us feel so good. Much respect and love to this place. Highly recommended read more

This restaurant is located an interesting area. At night I wouldn't really want to walk the neighborhood but that aside the restaurant itself is big and clean. It was empty when we went and there were 2 waitresses. We started with the calamari which was delicious, it was really well done, crispy with a nice bite. The bread is good and the Olive's very tasty. My companions ordered risotto with seafood which was pretty decent especially considering I do not like risotto. It was dinner right. It wasn't scratchy tasting or thick. It was creamy and flavorful. I ordered pasta which they do not make inhouse spirit their pastor is just packaged pasta the period it was good but a bit heavy. There is nothing special about the creasing here. It's just done right. Mera's Tip: have calamari read more

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We enjoy it. It is a very nice restaurant, with good service. Located all the way west on Astoria Boulevard, it has very good food.

Neighborhood Italian bistro with decent food but they have a long way to go on service. Menus were illegible since they were printed on paper and smeared.due to water marks - First impression is everything, waitress was not pleasant at all, believe her name was Elena. Calamari was overdone. Ribeye steak was ordered medium rare and came out extremely well done. When I mentioned it, I was told she would mention it to chef. Also, never even offered a steak knife, had to request it! Really shocked that they did not try to make it right. This was my second visit but don't think l'll be going back unless they try harder to keep my business. At the very least, I wasn't even offered desert or coffee for the lackluster experience. Hope they'll get their act together soon. read more

3.5 star review. Ora is hidden in a residential area of Astoria. It was fairly empty for Mother's Day. The restautant is family runned and service was very good. Food was tasty. The chicken campagna was tasty but the chicken had a very strange texture and crumbled to the chew. The Farfalle pasta was good but very basic. If you live in the neighborhood its not a bad place to visit. read more

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My fault. I should've looked at the reviewer base more closely. Delivery site said 45-60 mins. Took 1.5 hours. Called at 70 mins. "Oh yeah! It left a while ago. There in a minute!" Called at 90 mins. Restaurant still open. No pick up. Ok potions for most things...and the salads looked nice...and had quality greens...however... Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish. As pictured, this is dry yet undercooked, veg seems to be frozen; I've had better from a box. Asked for pasta (one cheap starch) to substitute the potato side (another cheap starch). Not done. Got no call about it. But it's all good, because the spaghetti bolognese was not meaty, weird cook to the pasta, not great flavor, or much flavor at all. Really small filets for the chicken Marsala. Should've been larger, or one more, for that price point and how meager the veg and potato sides are. Just a no. read more

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This place is a cute place on a corner on a quiet block. So me and my friend went there on a Friday around 6:30. We walked in to see we were the only people there . Lights were on high, no music. Smelt like they just mopped the floors. Wasn't sure if they were open... but a very friendly waitress took us to our seats. The lights were then dimmed and music went on. I would of rathered that to have been done before guests come into a place to eat. We spent a long time there and only one other couple came in to eat. And it's a big place ! I'm surprised no one was there on a Friday night. The food was quite tasty with a large portion and the service was spectacular. The wine list was great as well. I'm giving only 3 stars because I felt very awkward walking into the place that they were clearly not ready for us. A restaurant should be ready for costumers to come in at all times. And floors shouldn't be cleaned before a dinner service, because then the place smells like a dirty mop! read more

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I live in the Court Square area and they delivered on a rainy Friday. I read the reviews and it sounded promising. I order delivery pretty often since I have a newborn and have spent more money for underwhelming food. I ordered the Salmon Fettuccine and the calamari. It came in 45mins and was still hot. They sent a free salad with dressing, fresh bread and little biscotti's. I loved all of it. The fettuccine was delicious and you can tell the sauce is made to order. The calamari wasn't soggy and nice and crisp. I will definitely order from this place again! read more

Trattoria Ora - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Went last night and had such an amazing meal. It's a block off Astoria Blvd on a quiet street. The decor is simple and elegant with a beautiful bar. We ordered the beet salad and the caprese salad to start and were not disappointed. The presentation was lovely and the arugula so fresh. For our main course my hubby got the lamb and I got the spaghetti bolognese (I'm a simple girl). Everything was fresh and the sauces were beautiful. We actually took some leftovers home because we needed room for dessert. We had tiramisu and the ricotta cheesecake. The portions were generous and we were given complimentary dessert wines. Very friendly staff made for a wonderful evening. The food was so great and the prices very reasonable, we will certainly be back again! read more

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I have been to Ora twice recently and both times on point! Food is outstanding and service is impeccable! shrimp fra diavolo was amazing! I highly recommend this place as it's off the beaten path but worth the find! Ownership is extremely nice Thanks we will return! read more

I had high expectations for this place after reading all these reviews and my expectations were exceeded. Everything from the food to the service was phenomenal. We ordered the Calamari appetizer, Bronzini fish special, and Lamb Chops. Everything was so delicious, the lamb chops melted in your mouth, the fish was so fresh. I cannot wait to go back, the best quality food I've had in a long time in this area! The atmosphere and decor to top it off was just perfect. The simple and elegant style made dining there just perfect. No words to describe it, you get the luxurious Manhattan style fancy Restaraunt in the comfort of Astoria. If I could give this place 10 stars I would! read more

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Trattoria Ora is fine dining at its best. The service is excellent, and the servers are very nice and professional. The restaurant has old world charm and very comfortable. I highly recommend it you won't be disappointed. read more

As usual, the food at Ora is impeccable. You will not find more attentive service at any restaurant in Astoria or any other neighborhood. The staff always makes you feel welcomed! Excellent espresso martini, calamari appetizer and goulash with mashed potatoes...one of my favorite restaurants to go to on a Saturday night... read more

We coming in this bar for past 6 months and spending money to have a good time. But 3 nights ago all my friends ( 5 of us ) was poisoning by food . This is second time in past month! Never back here and I don't recommend at all!!!!!! Shuld send inspection to check kitchen and food! Absolutely terrible! read more

So my girl and I unknowingly arrived 30 minutes before closing time and ended up getting some of the best service and food in Queens. Nobody else was there and we could've easily been turned away, but instead, Mili (our waitress/host) welcomed us happily and made sure we got something to eat. First off, the decor is great. Chicken parmigiana wasn't on the menu but the cooks were able to make it for me and it was fantastic. My girl's pasta was amazing. We didn't spend too much time, but we will definitely be back for more. Show this place some love. read more

Ordered delivery from here last night and it was AWFUL with one exception. We got the rigatoni dish with sweet Italian sausage, it was lacking flavor, and the tomato sauce it was tossed in was super watery. We ordered a Caesar salad on the side and the dressing it came with was literally mayonnaise. We also added garlic bread on the side and it was stale and dry. Literally stale, non toasted bread with garlic powder sprinkled on and no oil or butter. We also got the farfalle dish with shrimp, asparagus, and sun dried tomatoes. This was actually quite tasty and I would order this again, but nothing else from the menu. We spent $40 on two entrees and two sides and two thirds of it was terribly disappointing. read more

So it's off the beaten path and I'm glad for it. I want it to be so it can remain a secret hot spot, but I also want it to be hugely successful to stick around. The service was warm and welcoming. The food came out piping hot and on pace. The pastas are amazing, from the humble spaghetti bolognese to the divine rigatoni a la buttera, all were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Five delicious lamb chops followed that were cooked to perfection. Finish that off with a slice of ricotta cheesecake and cappuccino and the meal was a foodgasm. Pro tip: Make a reservation for around 6:00. Get there at 5:45 and you'll find parking across the street which is free after 6. read more

This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem. My boyfriend and I went there for the first time last night. The food was delicious and the staff was so kind and attentive. They started us off with a complimentary bread basket, olives and cheese. The cheese was such a nice touch, especially since we both ordered wine. We ordered the calamari, salmon and steak for dinner. All of which were delicious and the portions were more than enough! We decided to indulge in dessert as well. He got the apple strudel and I tried tartufo for the first time. Both were absolutely amazing. When they brought us a check they also treated us to a complimentary small glass of their dessert wine. Another nice touch from this attentive staff. The only downside was that there seemed to be some little fruit flies flying around in the restaurant. One of these fruit flies ended up in my boyfriend's wine, but since it was towards the end of the glass we didn't mention it to the staff. Overall it was a very enjoyable evening and we will definitely be back soon. read more

HIDDEN GEM: This is a must try! I have been on two occasions now and both times have been incredible. There aren't many great restaurants in 'West Astoria,' so this is a really nice addition and is now a regular favorite for my wife and I. The first time I had the squid ink seafood pasta special which was incredible. Second time had the rigatoni buttero--it arrived very hot and fresh, the pasta was perfectly al dente. They start every meal with complementary parmesan cheese and bread (I have to say the bread is horrible, but hey it's free and the cheese makes up for it!). Decent selection of wine at reasonable prices. Total for 2 entrees, an appetizer (the beet with goat cheese salad was wonderful!) and a bottle of wine was under $85, which is amazing! For some reason it's been pretty empty both times we've been, hopefully this will help convince some more people to give it a try. read more

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This place is a hidden neighborhood gem. It has genuinely an old charming feel, and the food was fabulous. The location is hidden, but is definitely worth coming to. Will come back. read more

This place is amazing. The food is fantastic, the staff is attentive and the atmosphere is so nice. It's not a splurge, but it's not a cheap night out either. They start you off with bread, cheese and olives- which are all delicious- and end the meal with a dessert wine (all complimentary) Last night we got a port wine and an ice wine. It's a great place for a first date, or for a group get together. There's one 8 person table in the back. There is a full bar, but wine is their main service. So far we've gotten the calamari (so light and fresh and to die for), the caprese (amazing!!) the papardelle (seasoned perfectly, with fresh noodles) the chicken ora, (prosciutto on chicken!!) the chicken balsamico (this sauce!! So good), veal piccata (i didn't eat that but my fancy bf said it was splendid) the broccoli rabe, mushroom risotto, and Brussels sprouts (all perfect). To top it all off- the desserts!!! The tiramisu is some of the best I've ever had, and the ricotta cheesecake made me feel feelings :) Moral of the story- this place is amazing. I hope it survives cause I love it so much! Make the trip down Astoria Blvd a bit, you will not be disappointed. read more

Trattoria Ora - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

I ordered delivery via Yelp my chicken parm dinner arrived quicker than expected. I was very happy with how the delivery order was packaged you could tell some one took the time to pack everything neat and correct in the bag the food was hot and delicious. the free cookie is what makes them 5 stars read more

Really awesome Date night spot new go to so happy that it's so close to home we had a great time the service was awesome and the Food was delicious the ambiance is mature and cozy really great a quiet night out drinks are solid and really awesome place to start a night out with a great dinner. I had the Lamb Chops and they are a must. Definitely will be back. It's a little off the beaten path for the majority of spots in LIC but this place will be the next hot spot. read more

Trattoria Ora - Awesome Date Spot - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

We had a spectacular meal in this neighborhood discovery, from the beautiful olives and parmesan cheese they put out with the excellent bread, my ricotta spinach ravioli, his Chicken Ora, the broccoli rabe on the side, to a terrific tiramisu. Very comfortable environment with wonderful hospitality. This is a place that demonstrates tremendous care with each detail of your meal. read more

Yum, yum, yum, yum. Thank god for this new Italian restaurant that has recently opened up in the neighborhood. I consider myself lucky for the simple fact that this place is walking distance from me. The staff is amazing and the food is marvelous. The food is indescribable due to the fact that it is SO good. I'm a risotto kinda gal, so my heart belongs to that dish. There are a few different dishes of risotto to choose from actually (yes, I've had all already, yes, I'm ridiculous) and they are SUPERB. I would definitely recommend if you are in the neighborhood and are looking for a cute and cozy setup along with enjoyable food! read more

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An excellent Italian restaurant! Lovely atmosphere and friendly waitstaff. The food... incredible! I had been craving veal picata and they did not disappoint. Our waitress was knowledgeable about what would and would not work for my gluten intolerant husband and did not hesitate to double check with the chef. I highly recommend the grilled portobello mushroom appetizer. A simple dish, but so flavorful! read more

Very charming spot with excellent food and attentive service! We were visiting from Austin and wanted some authentic NY neighborhood Italian. We were not disappointed! My wife really wanted chicken marsala, which was not on the menu, but they happily made it for her. Everything from the soup and salad, main courses and desserts were fabulous...highly recommend Trattoria Ora! read more

I had a great time the foood was amazing and the service was on point definitely we coming back read more

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Food never arrived, restaurant didn't answer the phone. very upsetting because everything is now closed & its NYE.

What a wonderful little gem in an unexpected corner of Astoria!! The restaurant itself is charming and a little rustic, with a great selection of wine and delicious food, and relaxing music in the background. The ambiance is quiet and friendly - a perfect spot for anything from a nice family dinner to a romantic date. Everything we had was excellent, from the appetizers to the entrees (definitely recommend the veal tartufatte!) to the homemade desserts (we had the ricotta cheesecake, tiramisu, and the apple strudel, all incredible!). The service was great as well - so efficient and friendly! We will definitely be going back!! read more

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