I'd love to give it five star as the service was great, friendly and prompt. Taste fell short. Ordered the special lamb shank ($32) and Brussels sprout and they didn't come out till 40 mins later. I was the second customers of that evening. Lamb shank was good, but very average, taste was bland. Brussels sprouts were salty but good texture, nothing eventful. Wine was good though :) They don't serve cocktail. Food menu items were limited too read more

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Vesta is my favorite restaurant in Astoria! I've been going to Vesta for the last 10+ years and I swear it gets better every time. The food's great, the atmosphere's great, the people are great...what else do you want?! read more

The chicken- yummmmmm! And the meatballs- omg so delectable. A must order. AND the pork chops- gasp. We paired them with a Prosecco and a Bordeaux. Will definitely be back. read more

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Vesta is a nice spot for any Astoria local looking to grab a quick bite and glass of wine. The food is simple, but has nice clean flavors and the portion sizes were great! Named after the Roman goddess of home and hearth, Vesta trattoria in Astoria certainly has a warm and homey feel. The dark and soft lighting combined with the cozy and comfy decor are inviting and perfect for a neighborhood wine bar that locals love to frequent. The wine list is modest but comprehensive. I believe it provided enough variety without drowning you in pages on pages of options. We had a glass of the pinot noir, the bordeaux, and the sauvignon blanc. All were excellent. I particularly enjoyed the bordeaux, which was oaky and not too sweet with a very pleasant and mellow aftertaste. For starters we tried the Arincini with mozzarella and pesto and the meatballs. We enjoyed them both. The meatballs were nice. Nothing mind blowing, but solid classic meatballs. The pesto flavor in the arancini was very subtle, but the consistency was perfect and they were still very enjoyable. We both went for pasta. The gnocchi with lamb and eggplant and the Orecchiette al Funghi with mushrooms and truffle oil. The consistency of the gnocchi was slightly firm but still very nice, as was the flavor of the lamb. I did not get much of an eggplant taste, but overall the dish was lovely and I cleaned the plate. The Orecchiette was the star of the show for us. The mushroom flavors were perfectly balanced with the cream sauce. Overall I quite liked the experience. The staff was very friendly and the service precise. Good, local Italian comfort food. What's wrong with that? read more

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Outstanding Thanksgiving Dinner! We had take out from Vesta for our traditional Thanksgiving dinner. It included turkey with all the fixings: mash potatoes, gravy, stuffing and a plate piled high with turkey both light and dark meat. The cranberry sauce was clearly home-made and delicious. We also added two sides of Vesta's amazing crispy Brussels spouts. All & all a superlative meal! Now, we are looking forward to enjoying take-out for Christmas and maybe New Year's Eve, if the Vesta team is willing, Thanks for making this one of my favorite meals of 2022. read more

Delicious food. I went for dinner and the atmosphere is so nice in the restaurant you can only have a pleasant time. Will definitely come back to try their brunch menu. Staff is nice, helpful and professional read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Vesta, and I must say it was an absolute delight from start to finish! This charming restaurant exceeded all my expectations, providing an exceptional dining experience that left a lasting impression. Upon entering Vesta, I was immediately drawn in by the warm and inviting atmosphere. The rustic yet modern decor, coupled with soft lighting and cozy seating, created an ambiance that was both comfortable and sophisticated. It was evident that attention to detail was a priority, as every aspect of the restaurant was meticulously designed to offer a pleasurable dining environment. The staff at Vesta were outstanding, displaying a level of professionalism and genuine hospitality that truly set them apart. From the moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted and promptly seated. Throughout the evening, the attentive and knowledgeable waitstaff guided me through the menu, offering insightful recommendations and ensuring that every need was met. Their passion for their craft was evident in their enthusiasm and dedication to providing an exceptional dining experience. I ordered the lasagna which was tasty & just the right portion size! read more

One of the best places in astoria queens, a must try! And dessert is just heaven! Great service and ambiance read more

Vesta - One of the best places in astoria - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

I came here to celebrate a birthday with a large party of 20 so we went with the brunch! They accommodated is to their best ability we had some minor issues that were quickly resolved. The music is very very low & vibe isn't so much of a brunch vibe. I ordered a screw driver $7 to start & that seemed light but was ok next I ordered a bloody Mary $7 which was very good! If you like bloody Mary's you will like this one! For my entree I ordered the chicken and waffles with the jalapeño maple syrup with extra jalapeño the chicken was fried to hard & flavorless & the macaroni & cheese with bacon & poached egg and that was tasty! I didn't like the noodles they used very much I feel like it needed more cheese but it was ok for what it was. For dessert I ordered the chocolate molten cake with vanilla gelato it was more on the fudge side which some may prefer however for myself it was a bit sweet. My cousin noticed the server licked his thumb after giving syrup because it was on his hand.. I by this time had all my food however I'm positive there was no hand washing after that as he continued to serve other tables. Also when she asked for butter for her waffle he took the butter off our table to give to her table instead of getting a new one from the kitchen. They did give us a few things in place of the minor issues with complementary champagne & gelato which was very much appreciated! read more

Vesta - Carbonara Mac & Cheese - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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We went here for Thanksgiving and it was SO GOOD. We have been meaning to try this restaurant for a while since it's right down the street. The service was spot on, and it's a super chill vibe. The food was on point, especially the sides...the focaccia bread stuffing and Brussels sprouts were among some of the best we've had. The room is on the smaller side, but the tables were appropriately spaced out. We felt very comfortable. We can't wait to go back and try their regular menu. read more

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This isn't the worst Italian restaurant, but my husband and I can't figure out why it's so highly rated. Portions are small, they don't serve cocktails, they were out of several things on the menu, my sauce for the entree tasted like heated orange juice and was almost too sweet to eat, my meal was also missing a component. I got the Cornish Hen and was only served half of the bird - a Cornish Hen is small to begin with so expecting half of one to be an entree at full price is laughable. Again, not awful, the food itself was cooked well and the gentleman bussing tables was quick. But there are so many good restaurants in Astoria - go give your time and money to them instead. We were generally unimpressed, disappointed, and I left hungry. read more

Came to this place after my boss searched for local places to surprise me with a gift card for the holidays. Their outdoor seating was so cozy and clean. They have heaters above the table - so please support this place during the winter. Their food is amazing! We had the Margherita Pizza, the mushroom pasta and burrata. Must have on the menu -- the Brussels sprouts for an appetizer. Great atmosphere. Great food. Great wine. Great service. Just a gem in Astoria! read more

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I love thin crust pizza so this place was great! Even if you're not a thin crust lover, the waiter / service was fantastic. Charming, cozy, atmosphere and wine on tap :) read more

My cousins and I came by for a nice italian dinner. It was our first time and the service was great! We ordered the thin crust margherita pizza, it was crispy and super yummy I'll definitely be back for it. I always get my pizzas with a side of crushed peppers. I had the steamed mussels and Spaghetti Vongole, which came with clams. The bread they serve at the start is soft and buttery. The steamed mussels broth was a delicious white wine broth, my favorite. The spaghetti was a little salty, but great combo with the Parmesan cheese on top. Overall, this place is a gem for Italian food- for date night or with fam. read more

Vesta - Steamed Mussels, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Margherita Pizze - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Had brunch here today. I had the Hangover Pizza while my wife and daughter had the Eggs Ricotta. So my review is limited to those dishes. While I'm not a big fan of ricotta, it was plated beautifully and both said it was as good as it gets. They are very picky so that's a full fledged RAVE. My pizza was Freaking Magnificent ( I don't want to be redundant and say as good as it gets, but it was). I mean pizza is pizza? No! This was extraordinarily good, fresh hot and tasty ingredients including eggs bacon and potatoes on a thin crust. Delicious Plus! The place was rather empty being it was a Saturday at 2:00 so we did have to wait as they probably had to re fire up the pizza oven, but it was worth the wait. read more

When my boyfriend & I moved to Astoria in 2018, we asked for food recommendations from the previous owners and this was their regular spot. I see why! The service is great, ambiance is intimate; it's a neighborhood gem! I am so grateful to live on the same block as Vesta. My favorites are the Orrecchiette ai funghi (*drools*) and the Sweet Baby Jesus date cake. I recommend making a reservation bc it gets busy at 6 pm (even today on a Tuesday). I only wish I could cook like this at home! read more

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Based on the reviews we thought we were going to be wowed. Tried the hangover pizza and thought it was ok. The pics / visual looks better than it tastes. The pizza is very very thin. With ingredients made it too heavy so was very soggy / drippy. Outside crust end was a little burnt. My son enjoyed the burger Service was ok. They were nice but weren't friendly. Cute cozy rustic look and feel. read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I've been a loyal customer of Vesta for years. My wife and I often bring friends from out of town there. I love their Mushroom Orrechiette and order it often. However, I write this review in the hopes that the management will be more careful in the packaging for delivery of that dish (or any of their dishes with sauces). I have now received, on 3 occasions, a soggy bag containing a smashed-in box, funghi sauce spilt everywhere. It's already not much pasta for $17 (but I just love the sauce so much). But with the spillage, it's pretty meager. I've stopped ordering it until they fix this. read more

Vesta - Sauce spilled everywhere into the bag. RESULT: no sauce on the pasta. And there was also barely any pasta. - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

My buddy is starting to get into wine lately, and the two of us being more beer guys, I actually welcomed a change of just going to bars with beers and bar food. He told me to look up a place on Yelp and Google maps, and hit upon Vesta. My best bud arrived earlier to the place and sat at the bar. I guess my friend's outgoing nature and speaking with the bartenders, who were equally outgoing and friendly, opened up a really great time and overall experience at Vesta. I have no idea what wines were provided to us. I just drank them, but they were all great recommendations by David and Jude. We ordered the meat and cheese board, pesto arancini balls, mussels and "la torta del piccolo" for dessert. All of the food was just impeccable, unbelievably delicious. The barkeeps gave us more toasted bread to sop up the broth in the mussels dish. Then I just ate the buttery broth with a spoon. I'll worry about my cholesterol levels on a later point in my future. The service, atmosphere and food made the visit to Vesta feel like an Anthony Bourdain or an upscale Guy Fieri show. I will definitely be back here, and you should go to this place too! read more

Walked in on a Sunday evening to have a nice dinner with our son. He's been here a number of times and thought we'd like it. He sure was right! I started with a local beer from a brewery within walking distance (too bad no time) that was super enjoyable. I was not super hungry, so I had the mussels appetizer for dinner. We also shared the roasted Brussel sprouts. Both were excellent! My wife had the linguini in clam sauce and our son had the Orecchiette with mushrooms. Everything was good, but his pasta was AMAZING! Vesta is an enjoyable local Italian restaurant that is worth a try! read more

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Came here with a friend last Friday night. We were lucky to get a table without a reservation though it was empty when we arrived it quickly became packed with people. We had the house red wine which was fantastic. we shared the Barada and arancini for appetizers and they were both divine. The complimentary bread they give you is also delicious with no butter or olive oil needed. I got the gnocchi and he got the orecchiette both were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is great I'd 10 out of 10 would recommend for dinner with friends or a romantic date night. Can't wait to come back! read more

Vesta - Pignoli & Beef arancini and Burrata - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Fantastic birthday dinner had here last night. Charming indoor seating and nice music for a great date night ambiance. Good service too. They have a super nice rosé too. Truffle lovers, you MUST get the mushroom orchiette. Burrata and meatballs to start were great too. I could do without the pizza. They do an extremely crunchy thin crust. Too crunchy for my liking. But the most amazing is the BABY JESUS CAKE. This was the most amazing warm cake experience I ever had -- an amazing date cake with a toffee syrup. Will most certainly be back soon. read more

Amazing Trattoria and Wine Bar in Astoria I came here last Sunday with a FB friend. We ordered the Apple & Pancetta and Salsiccia. Boy, these pizzas were so delicious that I forgot to get any pictures. The restaurant is dark and romantic. The food is excellent and I plan to come back soon. read more

The food and wine were amazing. I was there to celebrate a birthday with a reservation of around 13 people and the service was great, the waiters were so attentive and kind, the atmosphere was nice and there was beautiful art on the walls as well. I got the special which was a delicious ravioli, and we got La torta de Piccolo Bambino Gesu Cristo for dessert which was so satisfying. read more

Vesta - The ravioli special was so delicious and the perfect amount. - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Very good Italian food and great wine. Awesome spot to go to for date night, quiet and romantic. Staff is also very friendly and attentive. Their baby Jesus cake is possibly the best dessert I've ever had. Highly recommended. read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Dinner with the kids. We were surprised by this neighborhood joint. The menu was not very elaborate but the dishes were delicious across the board! I had the wild boar lasagna, the Honey, the pappardelle with short rib ragu. Good choices both. We started with the meat and cheese board and a carafe of wine. The desserts provided just the right sweetness to close the meal - gelato, pomegranate panne cotta, the bread pudding! We must return! read more

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Been here several times, and I've been very pleased each time. The food is always scrumptious and the wine just wonderful. Service couldn't be more attentive. read more

Gotta love me a good wine and pasta bar. The boyfriend chose this spot for our valentines dinner and it was a delightful romantic restaurant. Impeccable, approachable, friendly service. Our waiter gave us a wine pairing for our meal and he did us no wrong. Delicious wine! We ordered two pastas--the squid ink was slightly too acidic for our taste, but we loved the concept of the ideal bite: the bacon, scallop, tomato, and pasta all in 1. However the ratio just doesn't allow that to happen. The fungi pasta was extremely satisfying since it has that creaminess you crave in a truffle oil pasta. Each bite left us savoring and wanting more. The focaccia to begin with was a nice touch! Very oily but kept my stomach from growling. Would definitely return for a romantic night! Though I also saw friends dining with one another as well, since the dimly lit, quiet setting just makes it so easy for any two people to chat the night away. read more

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A cozy place that serves as a nice spot for a date night dinner. My boyfriend and I both had a dish after washing a show in Manhattan and driving to Long Island. I had the squid ink pasta and my boyfriend had the braised short rib. The short rib was soft and tender, melting in the mouth. I felt the dish was a bit uneven, and the mash potatoes on the bottom was not warm throughout the entire plate. The squid ink pasta was absolutely delicious, though. The white wine sauce had a cut of sour through the creaminess of the meal. I was also impressed by the spiral cut of the shrimp, which was tender and perfectly cooked. Our dinner was ended with the Jesus Chris Cheesecake. It was very crumbly and had a warm undertone with each bite. -would come again -pasta are the main stars here -great portion size -nice ambience read more

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I came here for Sunday brunch after seeing raving reviews. Although the food was good, it wan't amazing. The homefries came with both the breakfast sandwich and l'italiano, but one side was cold while the other was hot, which was very strange. Mint Cocktail- Delish and refreshing L'Italiano - Good, but the flavors were a bit underwhelming Breakfast Sandwich- Very underwhelming, didn't really taste much. Baby Jesus Cake - Tasty, but definitely over hyped. The extra scoop of ice cream for $2 was so tiny! Overall, the food was decent, but not something I'd crave. The dining atmosphere is great so I would recommend coming here if you live nearby, but otherwise skip it. read more

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An Italian gem in Astoria. Pros: * Comfortable and intimate ambiance. * Friendly and speedy service * Recommend the famous Potato pizza (better than Kale pizza) and brussel sprouts. * Affordable prices for delicious food in ample portions. Cons: * Didn't think anything about the Baby Jesus Cake, it was so hyped up so I expected something out of the ordinary but instead was underwhelmed. Tips: * Make sure to make a reservation, because it gets very packed during busy hours. Would love to check Vesta out for brunch. read more

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The food was very good. We purchased the tasting menu The wine pairing menu. The value for the money spent was a good value. read more

This was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while! I went here on Friday night as a last minute plan change to celebrate my teens birthday with a party of 9. Every other restaurant was fully committed and our original reservation at another place was forfeited because our day plans ran over and we would not make the original reservation. The people at Vesta were so kind to accommodate our party with no reservation at 9pm on a Friday night. The food was also delicious. I had the steak which was cooked perfectly and we started with appetizers... mussels and the salsiccia pizza which was tasty. Our server was friendly and did not charge a cutting fee for the cake we brought in. The staff was kind enough to stay until we finished our meal even though they were closing and did not rush us. I can't praise the service enough. I will be back whenever I am in Astoria! read more

This is a neighborhood gem! I have come here for brunch and dinner and both experiences were phenomenal. Brunch: They have a typical menu along with a variety of pizza and desserts. Brunch cocktails are $7. The vesta punch is delicious. They also serve coffee and tea at a reasonable price. Pretty much everything here is delicious and I love to order the watercress and beet salad as a side. Dinner: Bo read more

Vesta - Baby Jesus cake with a scoop of gelato - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

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My boyfriend and I came here for my his birthday dinner... and it did not disappoint! He's been wanting to try this restaurant. We made a reservation and they sat us in a cozy corner. They started us with the most amazing focaccia bread. For real- I still think about it. We ordered the charcuterie plate as our appetizer. I loved every type of cheese and meat on that platter. The jam was also really great! They also have a great selection of wine. My boyfriend actually wanted to come here because he had seen a lamb chop dish on the menu a while back, but I assume that this restaurant switches up the menu once in a while, and it was no longer there. No problem though- he went for the lamb cavatelli for his main course. He said it was probably one of the most amazing pasta dishes he's ever had! And he usually isn't one for ordering pasta at restaurants. The sauce is what impressed him! I ordered the wild boar lasagna. It came out steaming hot but man- was it so good! We were told to get this Jesus cake (but I can't remember the name of it on the menu) but THIS BLEW MY MIND. We shared a slice because we were so full from our meals but I swear if I was hungry, I would just devour the whole slice by myself. I don't know what's in this cake but it was AMAZING. You cannot pass up dessert at this place. We had a great experience here and would come back! read more

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My girlfriend loves Sunday brunch. Is that a girl thing or a New Yorker thing? I've noticed that brunch is kind of a big deal around NYC or at least there seems to be a greater emphasis on it than other cities I've been to. We were thinking of places to go for brunch, someplace new maybe, but eventually, we settled on Vesta because we both loved it so much on our first visit. I again ordered the Hangover PIzza, which was just as good as it was before-better, I think because the yolks were still soft and a great overflow of yolk all over bites of thin crust, tomato sauce, pancetta and sausage. The gf was here after our first visit and headed right for the Warm Bankie, which was a polenta dish with eggs, and lots of veggies. We also split the baby Jesus cake which was all right, not as good as ballyhooed but still all right, a light cinnamon touch with a slightly caramelized flavor. However, the warm service and terrific entrees as well as it being a consensus between myself and the lady still gives it five stars. read more

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Amazing food and service!! Definitely coming back friendly staff , love to try more of the menu not many places in Astoria have great options . My boyfriend and I recommended it !! read more

Vesta - I mean one of best brunch - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York

Cute little Italian restaurant in Astoria. My cousin's friend knows one of the bartender's here and he hooked us up with some freebie appetizer. It was the arancino risotto which is a fried risotto ball stuffed with veal, tomato & sheeps milk ricotta. It was delicious! We , as a group, had the following: - Margherita pizza which was good but nothing really special. I heard the hangover pizza is to die for. - Lasagna three-meat ragu (Sunday Dinner Style) was super rich and flavorful. - Pan Roasted Salmon preserved lemon sauce, raisins, charred green & purple kale: This was AWESOME! The salmon was cooked perfectly. Crispy on the outside and super moist on the inside. They also had the best sauce to go with it. As for desserts, I've never been a huge chocolate fan. I can eat it but I never crave it. But after having the freshly baked double chocolate chips cookie dessert here, I am now a true convert. It comes with dolce de leche ice cream with pistachhio nuts over the freshly baked double chocolate cookies. It's absolutely the best dessert I've ever had! Almost brought tears to my eyes. This is their new dessert offering so remember to order this! We also had the Baby jesus which is a spice cake with homemade cream (super fluffy). I was so in love with the other dessert that I didn't pay much attention to this one. It's good but the other dessert is awesome! The restaurant has great service and a cute decor. They support the local artists by displaying their work on the walls inside and outside the restaurant. They also play very good music. They played the Snow Patrol and Postal Service cd all throughout dinner. Oh and they have a great wine selection. Waitstaff was super attentive and always checked up on us. Remember to stop by here if you're in the hood! read more

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I had heard excellent things about Vesta before visiting for brunch. Considering the fact that it's not SUPER convenient to get to from the subway (at least not in my opinion... I drove *cough cough*), the overwhelming love that it gets from diners really speaks highly for its popularity. For one thing, their Bloody Marys are absolutely perfect. I've had bad ones in my day and this is one of the best. It really is the perfect compliment to any of their brunch options. We shared the Warm Bankie, an incredible display of fried eggs on top of warm, silky polenta, mushrooms, and asparagus with a hint of truffle oil. It's something I must create in my own kitchen, stat. We also went splitsies on the hangover pizza, a really delicious and protein-rich option. Every aspect of our meal was right on. I must add Vesta to my list of future Astoria dinners... I'm sure it will not be disappointing :) read more

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Really cute place to stop in for brunch! We had a reservation on a Sunday morning at 11am. We then left around 1pm, and there were only a few tables occupied. A reservation isn't necessary - but will guarantee seating at your preferred time. Everything was good - but they didn't have many non-egg options. I got a salad, but they didn't have any choice to add chicken or protein. Besides that, it was an enjoyable experience. read more

Vesta - Italian Near Me - Astoria, New York