We wandered into this little gem on a Saturday night, no reservations - we were just looking for a place to eat and our hotel put this on their list of recommendations. The staff was friendly and accommodating - because we were "early" (it was about 6:30), they found us a table - right up front, near the windows, where... more

The combinations Of food Rocco puts together are fantastic.The mascarpone cheese and fish was deliscious.I'm still thinking about the soft shell crabs with tarregon and a little hint of Anise flavor.I am going to cancel my reservation at Maroni's in Northport,long Island so we can return to Trattoria L'Incontro! more

For you newbies....there is a menu. Don't bother looking at it. The (super friendly and efficient) waiter will tell you the specials. Choose from that list. They won't automatically tell you the prices, but don't worry. Rocco's prices are very fair. Great home made pastas, interesting salads, ostrich, Osso Bucco with gnocchi. Try the burrata (creamy mozzarella.) Reservations a must... more

We ate lunch here at the suggestion of a friend who lives in New York...a real treat. The meal was excellent and the atmosphere made me feel like I was travelng abroad. My wife was charmed by the chef/owner who looks like an Italian version of Michael Douglas. He came into the dining room to greet some friends and stopped... more

Great Italian restaurant! Yammy food, nice ambience and good service. more

best italina restaurant, simple as that! more

Everything they serve here is amazing. Best Italian in Queens! It can compete with the best Italians in Manhattan and win in some cases. more

One of the best Italian restaurants in NYC. It's worth it for all the Manhattanites to drag there butts on the subway to go over to Astoria. You won't regret it. more

For sure, my favorite Italian Restaurant in NY. It's worth the travelling, both for the food and the attention to detail. Don't even look at the menu...just be ready to pay attention to the insane specials they offer. From the menu, though....the Risotto de la Tia Marchina or something like that is as rich as you can think of...and just... more