Papazzio Italian Restaurant

4.8

404 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Gluten-free-friendly
Lively
Good for groups

Papazzio is a neighborhood restaurant. The atmosphere is casual but the cuisine and service are top notch. It's the perfect meeting place for friends and family from the all around the tri-state area.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 14:00–21:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30
Phone number
(718) 229-1962
Website
http://www.papazzio.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We offer a full ranges of catering services -- from take out tray orders to full service elegant affairs. Call 718-229-1962 and let us help you meet your catering needs.
Private party facilities
Papazzio offers catering in our restaurant, in our wine cellar, or at off-site venues such as the Bayside Historical Society or The Queens County Farm. We also offer a complete Tray Menu for parties at home or office. Our offsite venues can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Location
39-38 Bell Boulevard, Bayside, NY 11361
Area
Bayside
Cross Street
40th Ave.
Parking details
Street parking or municipal lot two blocks away.
Public transit
One block north of LIRR (Bayside). Q13 and Q31 buses stop across the street.
Entertainment
Live music — jazz, blues, and R&B — Thursdays and Saturdays.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Baked Clams*US$14.95
Clams on the Half Shell with Seasoned Breadcrumbs and Lemon Sauce
Mozzarella en Carrozza*US$14.95
Fried Homemade Mozzarella Slices Served with Marinara Sauce
Sliced Tomatoes & Mozzarella*US$14.95
Drizzled with Pesto-infused Olive Oil
Steamed New Zealand Mussels*US$15.95
In a Fennel and White Wine Broth
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms*US$14.95
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Goat Cheese and Tomatoes on Romaine
Fried Calamari*US$16.95
Seasoned, Market-fresh Calamari with Marinara Sauce
Meatballs (2 Large)*US$11.95
Beef and Pork Meatballs Served with Your Choice of Marinara, Vodka or Alfredo Sauce
Cold Antipasto*US$23.95
Serves 2-4 People. Artichokes, Roasted Red Peppers, Olives, Cured Meats, Pecorino Romano and Mozzarella
Grilled Shrimp and Prosciutto*US$16.95
Gulf Shrimp Wrapped in Prosciutto di Parma and Warm Pesto
Pasta FagioliUS$7.50
Pasta and Bean Soup

Salads

House Salad*US$9.95
Romaine, Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Onions and Croutons with Balsamic Vinaigrette (no croutons on gluten free)
Tri-Color Salad*US$10.95
Arugula, Radicchio and Endive with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Warm Goat Cheese & Beet Salad*US$14.95
On Mesclun Greens with Candied Pecans and Raspberry Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad*US$10.95
Classic-style Caesar with Pecorino Romano and Croutons (no croutons on gluten free)

Pastas

To Substitute Gluten Free Penne or Spaghetti Add $3. Please Advise Your Server when Ordering Gluten Free

Linguine and MeatballsUS$22.95
Served with Marinara Sauce
Linguine Aglio Olio and Spinach*US$20.95
Sautéed in Fresh Garlic and Virgin Olive Oil with Spinach and Mushrooms
Cheese Ravioli Marinara or Bolognese*US$19.95
Cheese Stuffed Ravioli with Marinara or Meat Sauce
Linguine Broccoli Rabe and Sausage*US$23.95
Sautéed in Fresh Garlic and Virgin Olive Oil with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage
Fettuccine Alfredo*US$19.95
Fettuccine in a Creamy Cheese Sauce
Gnocchi BologneseUS$20.95
Potato Pasta with Fresh Meat Sauce
Cappellini alla Rosa con Pollo*US$22.95
Angel Hair with Chicken, Broccoli, Sun-dried Tomatoes and Onions in a Rosé Sauce
Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$21.95
Sweet Potato Gnocchi Finished with a Sage Cream Sauce
Linguine con Vongole*US$24.95
Whole and Chopped Clams in Red or White Sauce
Penne alla Vodka*US$19.95
Penne with Fresh Tomatoes in a Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce
Tortellini alla PannaUS$22.95
Cheese Tortellini, Ham, Peas and Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
Pollo e Penne*US$24.95
Grilled Chicken and Broccoli Rabe in Roasted Garlic Sauce
Pollo Tuscany*US$24.95
Sautéed Chicken Breast with Sausage, Onions and Peppers in a Light Garlic Sauce over Fettuccine
Penne Classico*US$24.95
Penne with Seasoned Sweet Sausage Mushrooms, Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes in a Fresh Pink Sauce
Fettuccine con Gamberetti e Pollo Florentine*US$28.95
Fettuccine with Shrimp, Chicken, Spinach and Mushrooms in a Creamy Garlic Sauce
Rigatoni Gorgonzola con Gamberi*US$30.95
Pan-seared Shrimp, Spinach and Tomatoes in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
Linguine del Pescatore Fra Diavlo*US$37.95
Shrimp, Scallops, Clams and Mussels in Spicy Marinara Sauce

Entrees

Pollo Bianco*US$26.95
Chicken Medallions, Artichoke Hearts, Mushrooms and Tomatoes in a White Wine Sauce with Sautéed Vegetables
Pollo alla Papazzio*US$27.95
Layers of Chicken, Eggplant, Mushrooms, Mozzarella and Tomatoes over Fresh Spinach with Sautéed Vegetables
Pollo Milanese*US$26.95
Chicken Cutlet Topped with Mixed Greens, Tomato and Mozzarella with Balsamic Dressing
Stuffed Pollo Rollatini*US$26.95
Mozzarella, Roasted Red Peppers, Basil and Prosciutto in a Filetto di Pomodoro Sauce with Sautéed Vegetables
Pollo Scarpariello*US$26.95
Medallions of Chicken with Sausage, Potatoes and Peppers in a Garlic White Wine Sauce
Pollo Paillard*US$25.95
Grilled Marinated Chicken Over a Bed of Balsamic-seasoned Risotto
Veal PiccataUS$28.95
Sautéd with Capers in Lemon Butter Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Eggplant Parmigiana*US$24.95
Eggplant Layered with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella Served with Penne Marinara
Chicken Parmigiana*US$25.95
Chicken Cutlet Layered with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella Served with Penne Marinara
Veal ParmigianaUS$28.95
Veal Cutlet Layered with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella Served with Penne Marinara
Chicken Piccata*US$25.95
Sautéd with Capers in Lemon Butter Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Shrimp ParmigianaUS$29.95
Breaded Shrimp Layered with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella Served with Penne Marinara
Chicken Francaise*US$25.95
Egg-battered and Lightly Sautéed in Lemon, White Wine Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Veal FrancaiseUS$28.95
Egg-battered and Lightly Sautéed in Lemon, White Wine Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Saltimbocca di Vitello*US$29.95
Veal Scaloppini with Eggplant, Prosciutto and Mozzarella on a Bed of Spinach
Shrimp Francaise*US$29.95
Egg-battered and Lightly Sautéed in Lemon, White Wine Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Veal MarsalaUS$28.95
Sautéed with Mushrooms in Marsala Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Gamberetti Scampi*US$29.95
Shrimp Lightly Sautéed in a Garlic and Herb Sauce Served with Choice of Linguine or Risotto
Gamberetti e Scaloppe Provencal*US$31.95
Shrimp and Scallops with Tomatoes, Onions and Eggplant in a Pink Cream Sauce over Angel Hair Pasta
Grilled North Atlantic Salmon*US$31.94
Served with Caramelized Endive and Baby Arugula in a Light Orange Sauce
Grilled Rack of Lamb*US$43.95
Single-cut in a Port Wine Reduction Served with Garlic Mashed Potato
Chicken Marsala*US$25.95
Sautéed with Mushrooms in Marsala Sauce Served with Sautéed Vegetables
Grilled Ribeye*US$43.95
Grilled to Perfection and Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables
Filet Mignon*US$43.95
10 ounce Filet Grilled to Perfection and Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables

Sides

Garlic Mashed Potatoes*US$8.95
Roasted Garlic-flavored Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli RabeUS$13.95
Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Garlic
Broccoli Rabe and Sausage*US$15.95
Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Garlic
Broccoli*US$10.95
Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Garlic
Meatballs (2 Large)*US$11.95
Beef and Pork Meatballs Served with Your Choice of Marinara, Vodka or Alfredo Sauce
Penne Pasta*US$11.95
Choice of Marinara, Vodka Sauce, Garlic and Oil or Butter Sauce
Risotto*US$11.95
Creamy Risotto
Portobello Risotto*US$13.95
Creamy Risotto Studded with Fresh Portobello Mushrooms
Seasonal Vegetables*US$11.95
Sautéed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Garlic
Spinach*US$11.95
Sautéed in Butter and Topped with Pecorino Romano

What 404 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Child-friendly
Queens
Healthy
Queens
Hot spot
Queens
Great for fine wines
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Papazzio Italian Restaurant consistently impresses with "great food, service, and ambiance." The staff's friendliness and their ability to make guests feel "like family" stand out. Known for its extensive gluten-free options, the restaurant provides "safe, delicious meals" for those with dietary restrictions. Regular praises highlight its "consistency and reliability" in food quality.

404 Reviews

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Debra
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Papazzio is a favorite of ours! It’s a pretty restaurant that feels special as soon as you walk in. The food is excellent and most things can be made gluten-free. This is especially important when we come with our relative who has celiac disease. We highly recommend it!
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Andrelle
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very quiet and cozy. The food was great . The server was kind and friendly. Definitely a place I will add on my list
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LuciA VIP
Miami21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as always
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Allan VIP
New York City25 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
EXCELLENT Food and Service!!! Great menu selection! Really care about their customers. Took the time to explain what the entrees included and what they were! GLUTEN Free meal was Terrific and felt safe eating it! Will return!
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Veronica
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal, start to finish. Everything was delicious and the service was excellent!
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Esta-Joy
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Went with an old friend to talk and I had heard good things. Service was very good but the food wasn’t. The linguini with white clam sauce was a bit bland and the pasta was overcooked. The two clams in the shell should have been perfect rather than broken shells. The Caesar salad didn’t seem to have freshly made dressing or croutons. My friends chicken parm looked dry. Also, I know they took a bit from the pandemic but two prices on menu, one for cash and one for credit is tacky. The prices are high for what you get. I said Hapoy Holidays to the staff on way out and they said Merry Christmas which is rude. I don’t celebrate Christmas. That whole made up BS about disliking Happy Holidays has to stop!
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Estelle VIP
New York City309 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went to try out the new Happy hour menu and it was just great!!! Staff is always awesome!! Love this place!!!
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Mimi VIP
New York City136 reviews
2.0
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We've been wanting to try Papazzio for a while since the reviews were so good but unfortunately, the food was disappointing. We ordered the tomato & mozzarella and it was dry, tasteless that I had to ask for balsamic vingrette. Then we had the shrimps with prosciutto and it was a bit bland. We also had their Antipasto and the only thing was okay, was their fried calamari. For our entrees, we had the linguine vongole with white wine sauce, it was a bit bland as well but they did give a lot of clams. My husband had the lamb chops, it was okay but he even said he had better. Our friend had the cheese ravioli with bolognese sauce and she said it was not a big deal. Unfortunately, we thought the best part was the tiaramisu and that was probably it. We didn't even get bread for the table and we saw others had bread. We didn't even bother asking. Would we come back again? Definitely a no. We were very disappointed in the food. We had such high expectations for this restaurant too. Sorry but just being honest since we've been to many restaurants before and the purpose of a feedback is to leave an honest review for improvement of the restaurant. Thank you.
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Cecilia
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome food and awesome service, as always. And with so many gluten free choices to boot. What a gem of a restaurant!
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Diana
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The house salad, eggplant parm, salmon, and cheesecake was delicious! Our waiter was very attentive and courteous. Overall, a wonderful evening!! (Note: gluten-free pasta on the menu!)
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FAQs

Papazzio Italian Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Papazzio Italian Restaurant also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 229-1962.

Papazzio Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 404 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Papazzio Italian Restaurant

39-38 Bell Boulevard, Bayside, NY 11361

Additional information

Cross Street
40th Ave.
Area
Bayside
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 14:00–21:00 Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00–15:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking or municipal lot two blocks away.
Public transit
One block north of LIRR (Bayside). Q13 and Q31 buses stop across the street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Entertainment
Live music — jazz, blues, and R&B — Thursdays and Saturdays.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.papazzio.com/
Phone number
(718) 229-1962
Catering
We offer a full ranges of catering services -- from take out tray orders to full service elegant affairs. Call 718-229-1962 and let us help you meet your catering needs.
Private party facilities
Papazzio offers catering in our restaurant, in our wine cellar, or at off-site venues such as the Bayside Historical Society or The Queens County Farm. We also offer a complete Tray Menu for parties at home or office. Our offsite venues can accommodate up to 150 guests.

Papazzio Italian Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Papazzio Ristorante

The Wine Cellar at Papazzio

The Castle at The Bayside Historical Society

The Barn at The Queens County Farm

The Orchard at The Queens County Farm

Custom inquiry

Antipasti

Baked Clams*US$14.95

Mozzarella en Carrozza*US$14.95

Sliced Tomatoes & Mozzarella*US$14.95

Steamed New Zealand Mussels*US$15.95

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms*US$14.95

Fried Calamari*US$16.95

Meatballs (2 Large)*US$11.95

Cold Antipasto*US$23.95

Grilled Shrimp and Prosciutto*US$16.95

Pasta FagioliUS$7.50

Salads

House Salad*US$9.95

Tri-Color Salad*US$10.95

Warm Goat Cheese & Beet Salad*US$14.95

Caesar Salad*US$10.95

Pastas

Linguine and MeatballsUS$22.95

Linguine Aglio Olio and Spinach*US$20.95

Cheese Ravioli Marinara or Bolognese*US$19.95

Linguine Broccoli Rabe and Sausage*US$23.95

Fettuccine Alfredo*US$19.95

Gnocchi BologneseUS$20.95

Cappellini alla Rosa con Pollo*US$22.95

Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$21.95

Linguine con Vongole*US$24.95

Penne alla Vodka*US$19.95

Tortellini alla PannaUS$22.95

Pollo e Penne*US$24.95

Pollo Tuscany*US$24.95

Penne Classico*US$24.95

Fettuccine con Gamberetti e Pollo Florentine*US$28.95

Rigatoni Gorgonzola con Gamberi*US$30.95

Linguine del Pescatore Fra Diavlo*US$37.95

Entrees

Pollo Bianco*US$26.95

Pollo alla Papazzio*US$27.95

Pollo Milanese*US$26.95

Stuffed Pollo Rollatini*US$26.95

Pollo Scarpariello*US$26.95

Pollo Paillard*US$25.95

Veal PiccataUS$28.95

Eggplant Parmigiana*US$24.95

Chicken Parmigiana*US$25.95

Veal ParmigianaUS$28.95

Chicken Piccata*US$25.95

Shrimp ParmigianaUS$29.95

Chicken Francaise*US$25.95

Veal FrancaiseUS$28.95

Saltimbocca di Vitello*US$29.95

Shrimp Francaise*US$29.95

Veal MarsalaUS$28.95

Gamberetti Scampi*US$29.95

Gamberetti e Scaloppe Provencal*US$31.95

Grilled North Atlantic Salmon*US$31.94

Grilled Rack of Lamb*US$43.95

Chicken Marsala*US$25.95

Grilled Ribeye*US$43.95

Filet Mignon*US$43.95

Sides

Garlic Mashed Potatoes*US$8.95

Broccoli RabeUS$13.95

Broccoli Rabe and Sausage*US$15.95

Broccoli*US$10.95

Meatballs (2 Large)*US$11.95

Penne Pasta*US$11.95

Risotto*US$11.95

Portobello Risotto*US$13.95

Seasonal Vegetables*US$11.95

Spinach*US$11.95