Da Nicola italian Cuisine

4.7

164 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Da Nicola Italian Cuisine!
Owner Da Nicola Scarella is a self taught chef who has been serving the 5 towns community since he was 14 years old. Over the years he has honed his skills, and become a master of his craft. Da Nicola Scarella strives to create a restaurant where family and friends can enjoy great food, great times, in a great atmosphere.
Da Nicola's dinner menu includes appetizers, soups, side dishes, salads, pastas, entrees, Italian classic dishes, steaks & chops, and seafood. Don't forget to ask your server for our specials if your dining with us!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(516) 812-5155
Website
http://danicolahewlett.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1203 Broadway, Hewlett, NY 11557
Area
Hewlett
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Clams Oreganate
- Half Tray (10-11)US$65.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$130.00
Fried Calamari
- Half Tray (10-11)US$65.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$130.00
Mozzarella Sticks
- Half Tray (10-11)US$40.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Mozzarella & Tomatoes
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Zuppa di Cozze (Red or White)
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Fried Calamari Arrabbiata
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Fried Zucchini Sticks
- Half Tray (10-11)US$40.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Golden Fried Chicken Fingers
- Half Tray (10-11)US$55.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$110.00
Chicken Meatballs
- Half Tray (10-11)US$55.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$110.00

Salads

Chopped Salad
Available for additional charge
- Half Tray (10-11)US$5.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$10.00
Fresh Tossed House Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$30.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$60.00
Fresh Tossed House Salad with Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Grilled Chicken Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Antipasto Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$40.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Caesar Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$30.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Goat Cheese Salad
- Half Tray (10-11)US$40.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Arugula Salad
With shaved parmigiano
- Half Tray (10-11)US$30.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$60.00

Sauteed Vegetables

Sauteed String Beans
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Sauteed Spinach
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Sauteed Broccoli
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Sauteed Artichokes
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Mixed Vegetable Medley
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Roasted or Mashed Potatoes
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00

Entrees

Eggplant Rollatini
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Grilled Chicken Primavera
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Balsamic
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Francese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Marsala
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Bruschetta alla Milanese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Piccata
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Pizzaiola
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Grilled Chicken Parmigiana
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken Calabrese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$120.00
Chicken & Shrimp Italiano
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Chicken Scarcella
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Shrimp Francese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$90.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Shrimp Oreganate
- Half Tray (10-11)US$100.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$180.00
Shrimp Parmigiana
- Half Tray (10-11)US$90.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$180.00
Frutta di Mare
- Half Tray (10-11)US$80.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Veal Francese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$80.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Veal Marsala
- Half Tray (10-11)US$80.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Veal Bruschetta alla Milanese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$80.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Veal Piccata
- Half Tray (10-11)US$80.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$160.00
Veal Pizzaiola
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Veal & Peppers
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Veal Cutlet Parmigiana
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Uncle Hal's Veal
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
- Half Tray (10-11)US$70.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$140.00
Sausage, Peppers & Onions (Red or White)
- Half Tray (10-11)US$60.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$110.00

Pasta Dishes

Spaghetti, Rigatoni, Penne, Linguine, Fusilli or Whole Wheat Penne

Tomato Sauce
- Half Tray (10-11)US$35.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$70.00
Marinara
- Half Tray (10-11)US$40.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Bolognese
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Fresh Whole Chopped Clam Sauce
Red or White
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Aglio e Olio
- Half Tray (10-11)US$30.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$60.00
Broccoli Aglio e Olio (Red or White)
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Alla Vodka
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Pesto Rosso
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Seafood (Red or White)
- Half Tray (10-11)US$75.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$150.00
Shrimp Marinara
- Half Tray (10-11)US$75.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$150.00
Primavera (Red or White)
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Melanzane and Fresh Mozzarella
- Half Tray (10-11)US$45.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$90.00
Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe and Sausage
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00
Whole Wheat Penne with Chicken Meatballs
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$100.00

Baked Pasta

Baked Ravioli
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Baked Homemade Lasagna
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Baked Manicotti
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Baked Stuffed Shells
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00
Baked Ziti
- Half Tray (10-11)US$50.00
- Full Tray (18-20)US$80.00

What 164 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Da Nicola Italian Cuisine is a neighborhood treasure known for its "delicious food and great service." The menu offers "creative cooking" with top-quality ingredients, and the portions are generous. Despite occasional noise, the cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it "a go-to for any occasion." Reservations recommended.

164 Reviews

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Omaira VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Italian food hands down!! Great food and delicious!!
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Debra
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was absolutely delicious. We had a pounded pork chop with vinegar peppers, avocado salad, rigatoni a la vodka and shrimp scampi. This place is my favorite go to
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John
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the lasagna, gnocchi, chicken meatballs and uncle Hal’s chicken. Delicious as always.
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George VIP
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening. Donna was absolutely exceptional The food was incredible.
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Frank
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
2nd time there. Food is delicious with good service. Perfect for any night out. Can’t wait to try new menu items I saw go by.
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Christopher
Orange County1 review
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food is really good. The drinks are either rubbing alcohol or watered down lemonade. Seating is very close so you can hear all the gossip (best part).
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Adam
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Family night out to celebrate was just perfect. Long list of specials to complement our favorite regular dishes. Special mention of the lamb chops and spicy tuna nachos…. Great drinks, terrific service and very cozy…. AAA+
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jodie VIP
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always enjoy good meal and good service. Very consistent.
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Barry VIP
New York City15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Creative cooking and purveying the best top quality ingredients is DaNicola’s claim to fame. Every dish on the menu is fresh and delicious with flavors that can’t be replicated. Kudos to chef/owner Nicky for his dedication to excellence!! The team is amazing and really cares for their restaurant’s clientele. Old/New school experience, love it since day ONE. 🍷
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Adam
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great meal at Da. Cozy atmosphere, delicious food and great service. AAA+
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Da Nicola italian Cuisine is rated 4.7 stars by 164 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 2 times today

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1203 Broadway, Hewlett, NY 11557

Additional information

Area
Hewlett
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://danicolahewlett.com/
Phone number
(516) 812-5155

Da Nicola italian Cuisine

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

Appetizers

Clams Oreganate

Fried Calamari

Mozzarella Sticks

Mozzarella & Tomatoes

Zuppa di Cozze (Red or White)

Fried Calamari Arrabbiata

Fried Zucchini Sticks

Golden Fried Chicken Fingers

Chicken Meatballs

Salads

Chopped Salad

Fresh Tossed House Salad

Fresh Tossed House Salad with Fresh Mozzarella Cheese

Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Antipasto Salad

Caesar Salad

Goat Cheese Salad

Arugula Salad

Sauteed Vegetables

Sauteed String Beans

Sauteed Spinach

Sauteed Broccoli

Sauteed Artichokes

Mixed Vegetable Medley

Roasted or Mashed Potatoes

Entrees

Eggplant Rollatini

Eggplant Parmigiana

Grilled Chicken Primavera

Chicken Balsamic

Chicken Francese

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Bruschetta alla Milanese

Chicken Piccata

Chicken Pizzaiola

Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana

Grilled Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken Calabrese

Chicken & Shrimp Italiano

Chicken Scarcella

Shrimp Francese

Shrimp Oreganate

Shrimp Parmigiana

Frutta di Mare

Veal Francese

Veal Marsala

Veal Bruschetta alla Milanese

Veal Piccata

Veal Pizzaiola

Veal & Peppers

Veal Cutlet Parmigiana

Uncle Hal's Veal

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage

Sausage, Peppers & Onions (Red or White)

Pasta Dishes

Tomato Sauce

Marinara

Bolognese

Fresh Whole Chopped Clam Sauce

Aglio e Olio

Broccoli Aglio e Olio (Red or White)

Alla Vodka

Pesto Rosso

Seafood (Red or White)

Shrimp Marinara

Primavera (Red or White)

Melanzane and Fresh Mozzarella

Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe and Sausage

Whole Wheat Penne with Chicken Meatballs

Baked Pasta

Baked Ravioli

Baked Homemade Lasagna

Baked Manicotti

Baked Stuffed Shells