Sapori d'Ischia

10/23/2007 Posted by roxygal

I read some reviews about the bad service, but I just figured they were high maintenance people writing the reviews, I mean could it really be that bad…yes, yes it could. I called to make reservations for a Saturday evening, they don’t take them for parties of 2, so we get there before the dinner rush around 7:15 (with at least 10 tables open) and they give us a horrible table because we don’t have reservations. When I asked for another table, they said all of the others we reserved. They offer to seat us in the bar section, but as soon as we are seated there; the bartender decides to “eat” his dinner which was actually sucking on his spaghetti like a 3 year old. Needless to say we left and didn’t even bother spending money here. The funny thing is they didn’t understand why we wanted to leave after they treated us terribly. The place is a joke, and it makes me embarrassed to be from Queens.

Pros: It is hidden down a dark street, so you will probably never go there

Cons: the fact that it exists

09/19/2007 Posted by carolina36

I agree that the food is exceptional. The decor is a mix of restaurant and deli. The music is a little over bearing. The waitstaff is exceptional. There are two owners and thats where the mixed review stands. I believe that they are father and son... The difference lies in which one is commanding the room. The father is a gracious host who has full command of his dining room. The son is extremely pompous and arrogant which brushes of on the overall atmosphere of the place. Highly recommended when dad is around. Not recommended at all when it's junior's night. Very Unfortunate!

05/05/2006 Posted by miablue

My husband and I happened upon this place really accidentally and couldn't believe what a gem we had discovered- in Woodside, no less!! The Service was outstanding, the food was everything we had hoped for and more! We told our friends about it after our experience and they are in love with the place- they have been there 3 times in the past month! Without hesitation the 4 of us agree that it has to be in the top 3 restaurants in the entire city in any category. As far as price goes I am never bitter to pay extra for quality food and service, it is when I go to over hyped Manhattan restaurants where the service is passable, the food is average and the prices are not in line with the quality of my experience that I feel ripped off.

Pros: amazing food , best service ever, attn 2 detail in all

Cons: location

01/25/2006 Posted by stkhsefan

I live in wooodside and my friend told me about this place. It is in the middle of an industrial area but when you walk in the door you are transported to Italy. I was met at the door by who i think was the owner. He met my girlfriend and me witha huge smile and seated us. We sat down and was waited on by Dan I recieved the best service i have ever had (NO JOKE) He help us with menu choices wine selection made us feel tight at home. The food was perfect .. I had the quail, the frisse and beet salad and the rabbit. Every bite was better than the last. Please check this place out it is a true hidden gem.

Pros: Service, Food , Everything about it

Cons: Cash Only

12/30/2005 Posted by orpheusgrrl

I've been to this restaurant about a dozen times this year - with a date, with a group of friends. Food and Service has been outstanding each time with only one miscommunication on one order that was handled promptly and graciously. Great wine list, great advice if you're interestedin trying a new wine... the only downside is the volume of the entertainment that makes it impossible to have a conversation, but not too loud to be uncomfortable. I don't want to recommend this to others only because I don't want to have to wait for reservations!

Pros: welcoming staff, acceptable value, decent food

Cons: volume of entertainme

10/27/2005 Posted by rich_maria

Group of us ate there last week and it was packed. We did have reservations but unfortunatley the only thing that was lacking was a hostess to acknowedge us. We were quickly given comped glasses of wine until our table was ready. The food was done superbly. Highly recommend the Fettucine prepared table side within a hallowed out parm'g wheel. The wait staff was wonderful especially Danny. They ran low on a dessert wine we ordered and he was gracious enough to substitute with an equally good type and comped us on that as well. We are going back next week for their special Truffle dinner sampling. I'm sure it will be a most memorable night. For those who wrote it can be pricey, find a quality rest in NYC that isn't. Remember appetizers, entrees, desserts and liquor add up anywhere you eat! Enjoy the live music and eat well.

Pros: food

Cons: no hostess

10/17/2005 Posted by gerf

I was extremely disappointed with the food. The portions were tiny and lacked flavor. I wouldn't recommend eating here. Although, I have to say that the staff and decor were the highlights of my night.

Pros: staff, decor

Cons: food

06/15/2005 Posted by donovt

I have been to Sapori D'Ischia quite a few times and always had a wonderful time. I don't understand the other reviews on here that bashed the restaurant. My wife and I went last night as they were offering a 6 course tasting menu for the first time. While it was a little pricey, the food was exceptional and the wines selected were wonderful as well. They will now be offering the tasting menu every day along with their regular menu. As always the service was incredibly friendly and prompt. If you do not choose to have the tasting menu, be sure to try the fettucine which is prepared tableside in a giant wheel of cheese and drizzled with truffle oil.... Again, I don't understand the earlier complaints. The menu is generally limited, but evrything I have ever eaten has been excellent. And the service has always been superb.

Pros: Food, friendly service, wine

05/19/2005 Posted by isa_b

This place is just awesome.I don't know where to start-the food is outstanding, the service is perfectly nice, specially the owners son is doing an 100% professional job, the whole concept (trips to Ischia, truffle days, opera nights, etc.) is outstanding- I have been to many places of all different cuisines in the world-Sapori d'Ischia is a wonderful restaurant and the food is out of this world.No wonder that the Zagat highly recomments it-I will always go to this restaurant-while I am in NYC-as often as I am in the mood for perfect italian food or just in the mood for a magnificant night.

Pros: food, atmosphere, service, parking

05/16/2005 Posted by asiagirl

This restaurant was horrible a small warehouse turned into italian restaurant in woodside that had no hostess at the front door,limited food choices and horrible service.I would not recomend this restaurant to anyone the price was too high and waiters that are very rude.I've never had this experience in the 20yrs of dining out this is the first and the last time i will eat there again!!

Pros: none, none, none

Cons: expensive, bad service, limited food choices

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