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1. Mythos Authentic Greek Cuisine

4.7

Exceptional(33)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Bayside

Booked 2 times today

Mythos Authentic Hellenic Cuisine serves traditional Greek fare in a cozy environment that welcomes friends and family members of all ages. Located in Flushing, New York, the venue features a classic ambiance and allows guests to indulge in the sights, smells and tastes of the ancient world. On the menu at Mythos Authentic Hellenic Cuisine, you will find such items as roast chicken, grilled shrimp, grilled quail, lean pork chops, New York steak, veal chops, saut�ed codfish and halibut steak. If you're interested in sharing a plate with the whole table, try the combination specials at Mythos Authentic Hellenic Cuisine. The fried combination comes with calamari, keftedes and fried vegetables for the whole family to share. The char-gilled combination allows you to taste samplings of octopus and whole calamari.

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2. King Umberto Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1796)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Elmont

Booked 21 times today

King Umberto had brought the delicious taste of Italy to the corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Meacham Avenue since 1976. We offer a welcoming elegant decor with superior service, perfect for any large group or parties of two. In addition to having a warm atmosphere we carry an extensive wine list, that consists of over 350 wines, with years vertical, and is recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine with an award of excellence in 2010. When it comes to our large selection of generous mouth watering appetizers and main courses we know how to please. Famous for the original Fried Capellini® and daily specials prepared by executive chefs Pietro Fuschetto and Giovanni Lombardi. Our menu is classic Italian cuisine with a worldly influence and will surely leave you satisfied, but you can't seem to leave without indulging in our homemade desserts.

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3. Vincent's Clam Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2456)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carle Place

Booked 99 times today

Come see for yourself what everyone is talking about as The Spirit of Little Italy awaits you at Vincent’s Clam Bar in Carle Place Long Island.Vincent’s is brimming with energy and fun as diners are welcomed nightly by Vincent’s warm and friendly staff.We have an array of salads, pastas, seafood & Italian specialties, the menu at Vincent’s is as diverse as it is delicious. Oversized portions of innovative and creative dishes as well as traditional favorites make Vincent’s the ultimate “foodies” destination. Homemade desserts are always a good choice.So whether you’re looking to enjoy an authentic home cooked Italian meal or the perfect place to celebrate any special occasion or event The Team At Vincent’s looks forward to being a part of it.**We will do our very best to accommodate all Special Requests but unfortunately cannot guarantee them.**If you did not see a time available or for larger parties please call the restaurant for the best accommodation available.

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4. PLORI Greek Mediterranean

4.7

Exceptional(356)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Carle Place

Booked 14 times today

PLORI Greek Mediterranean is widely recognized for its authenticity, with many reviews praising the 'fresh, authentic' food and 'impeccable service'. The restaurant's name, PLORI, meaning 'front of the boat' in Greek, adds to its authenticity. Furthermore, the ambiance is described as 'beautiful', with one reviewer noting that 'much of it came directly from Greece'. The high ratings for food, ambiance, and service further attest to the restaurant's authenticity.

5. Pappa Gallo

4.5

Awesome(346)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Rockville Centre

Booked 36 times today

We started our business in 2023 with one goal in mind: providing an elevated dining experience that captures the essence of Peruvian cuisine to Long Island, NY. Crafted by talented Chef Emmanuel Piqueras and his deep passion for Peruvian cooking, our menu reflects the heart and soul of Peru. Make a reservation today and see why Pappa Gallo is simply unforgettable.

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6. Mesita - Garden City

4.5

Awesome(547)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Garden City

Booked 21 times today

Mesita, which translates to “small table”, serves authentic, modern, Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. The menu features fresh guacamole prepared table-side, mouth-watering Mexican street corn, fire-grilled fajitas, along with burritos, tacos and many other house-made Mexican dishes. The combination of our traditional menu and playful décor with our rustic Mexican flair provides a dining experience that truly embodies the Mexican spirit.Our extensive specialty drink menu emphasizes imaginative Mexican cocktails including Margaritas, Caipirinhas, Mojitos, Sangrias and the signature 54oz Mega Margarita. With over 200 tequilas and nine different margarita flavors there is something for every tastebud.

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7. Umberto's of New Hyde Park - Original

4.6

Exceptional(831)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Hyde Park

Booked 26 times today

Umberto’s of New Hyde Park is truly a family tradition and one of New York’s most highly acclaimed Pizzeria & Restaurants. Although we may be best known for our Grandma Pizza – which was featured on the Food Network’s “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”, we also feature a wide array of Authentic Italian specialties. Specialty Pizza, Heroes, Baked Clams, Salads, Seafood… You’ll find it all at Umberto’s, prepared from the freshest ingredients and cooked to perfection. Our restaurant is a majestic Tuscan architectural two-story building with a full service cafe, four star dining room, and world-class banquet facilities. We are proud to call New Hyde Park our home and hope to carry on the family tradition for many generations to come.

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8. Mesita - Rockville Centre

4.5

Awesome(1393)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Rockville Centre

Booked 46 times today

Mesita, which translates to “small table”, serves authentic, modern, Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. The menu, created by Chef Antonio Chicas, features fresh guacamole prepared table-side, mouth-watering Mexican street corn, fire-grilled fajitas, along with burritos, tortas, tacos and many other house-made Mexican dishes. The combination of our traditional menu and playful décor with our rustic Mexican flair provides a dining experience that truly embodies the Mexican spirit. Mesita is the newest addition to the Rockville Centre restaurant scene and we are steps away from the LIRR.

9. BC Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(589)

Price: Moderate

• American • Floral Park

Booked 19 times today

BC Bistro Restaurant and Bar offers an American cuisine with a European flare, culminating with the finest desserts from our very own Buttercooky Bakery. Our eclectic dinner menu is constantly updated with the freshest ingredients from land and sea, serving only the finest cuts of meat, seafood flown straight from costal shores and farm to table produce. Our menu also includes delicious homemade pastas made from organic semolina, enticing salads, and authentic stone-fired pizza featuring Chef specials daily. At the heart of this vibrant eatery, are exquisite dishes coupled with impeccable service and gracious hospitality designed to satisfy your dining experience. BC Bistro Restaurant and Bar promises a delectable culinary experience, upholding the highest standards of quality food and service.

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10. Salvatore's Of Elmont Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(404)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Elmont

Booked 5 times today

2024 WINNER OF BEST RESTAURTANT & GRAND MARSHALS of LONG ISLAND. Salvatore's of Elmont is a family owned business who brings their love of authentic Italian cooking to every meal. We have been told Salvatore's of Elmont is a gem to our neighborhood as we make everyone feel like family as soon as they enter our indoor or outdoor garden dining experience. Each traditional Italian dish is cooked using Salvatore's of Elmont own personal touch, love and flavor from our very own family recipes. At Salvatore's we offer complimentary white or you can BYOB at no charge. Whether you stop in for a Slice of Pizza or a Pasta Dish, you will always enjoy an unforgettable meal with an exceptional ambiance. We offer an exquisite menu of classically prepared Italian dishes, daily specials, plus brick over pizza and a full catering menu. Let us host your next special occasion at our outdoor garden dining area or at your home. We look forward to serving our Italian cuisine from our home to yours.

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New York City •45 reviews
5.0
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From beginning to end, everything was perfect!!! This is a staple in the restaurants we frequent consistent in every way🤍🤍🤍 Yummy food great service. What else could you ask!!!
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4.8
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Ricardo
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5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food! Thank you, Sofia for your great service!
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4.5
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katevip
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We loved it! We have been there before and we enjoyed it hence wanting to return -but this time it was just PERFECTION! For a Monday night- a nice vibe. Service was suburb (I'm in the industry- believe me I know and I critique!). The menu was so diverse-it was very hard to pick something because it all was so enticing and delicious. Entrees we had: salmon, scallops and a seafood with orzo (probably the best orzo I have eaten) We will absolutely return. And when I say service was great- I mean from when we walked in (the lovely hostess), to the bartender (where we had drinks beforehand) to our server and then the final goodbye from the Manager.
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PLORI Greek MediterraneanPrice: Expensive• Greek• Carle Place
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4.7
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Annette
New York City •92 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Amazing as always ! Jon went above and beyond to make a mortadella pistachio Baratta metro!
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King Umberto RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Elmont
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4.8
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Gerri
New York City •120 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 5, 2024
We have been visiting Mythos for many years and have never had a bad meal here. It continues to stand up to that standard. My favorite is the Branzino, always cooked to perfection.
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Mythos Authentic Greek CuisinePrice: Expensive• Greek• Bayside
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4.7

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83 restaurants available nearby

1. Mythos Authentic Greek Cuisine

2. King Umberto Restaurant

3. Vincent's Clam Bar

4. PLORI Greek Mediterranean

5. Pappa Gallo

6. Mesita - Garden City

7. Umberto's of New Hyde Park - Original

8. Mesita - Rockville Centre

9. BC Bistro

10. Salvatore's Of Elmont Restaurant

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