S H

Authentic Italian restaurant with romantic vibes and delicious food. Ordered salad with arugula and chicken parmesan. The portion was generous. Servers were well mannered. Great for date night, family, and other special occasions

Cristie Anstead

We stopped in LIC/Queens overnight before flying on to London. A local recommended we walk to the waterfront, but halfway there we were tired, hot, and hungry, and in front of Manducatis. I can’t tell you how happy I am that we stopped here. It’s unassuming, just the right amount of kitsch, and the food was amazing! All the flour for pizza dough and bread products is semolina imported from Italy. Usually I feel pretty rough after eating pizza, but this was so clean and fresh I felt great. The pizza chef Giovanni came out to speak with us and obviously cares a great deal about the food he prepares. We had a chance to meet Giovanna the owner, and she was wonderful. She truly cares about providing excellent food that nourishes the body instead of harming it. The staff were friendly and attentive, and I wish I lived locally so I could eat here more often. Probably the best pizza I’ve had, including what I make from scratch. If you’re all about the food, eat here!!!

Kathryn Roulett Mucciolo

We had our daughter’s baptism lunch at Manducatis Rustica and it exceeded our expectations in all ways. Gianna was an absolute joy to work with and plan with - her and the team made it so easy, with beautiful menus and a gorgeous set up. The garden was gorgeous and the perfect place for a small party. And, of course, the food was incredible! All of our guests have been talking nonstop about how delicious the lunch was. People particularly loved the pasta with Mama G sauce, pizzas, chicken marsala, and the branzino oreganata. We would love to have more events here and will certainly recommend it to our friends in the neighborhood. Thank you for such a lovely day!

Rebecca Simpson

Most incredible experience and food my husband and I have had since we moved to NY! Giovanni made our pizza and walked us through how he makes his dough! The time and passion he puts into his work is beautiful!! The owner is so kind! She made us feel like family.

Pamela Tsetsakos

We decided to come here for a girl’s dinner and it did not disappoint! Everyone was so kind and helpful. The food was amazing. I’m a big eggplant girlie and their eggplant parm was perfect. They even accommodated my friend and made her a virgin espresso martini. Highly highly recommend if you’re looking for great food and great vibes!

Max NoName

A Hidden Gem in Long Island City: Manducatis Rustica If you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience in New York, look no further than Manducatis Rustica in Long Island City. We've been visiting this restaurant for years, and it has consistently delivered an outstanding experience that we cannot recommend highly enough.From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a cozy Italian trattoria. The decor is charming, with rustic touches that make you feel right at home. But what truly sets Manducatis Rustica apart is the incredible hospitality of the staff. Every member of the team is genuinely friendly and goes above and beyond to ensure that your dining experience is nothing short of perfect.Now, let's talk about the food. Manducatis Rustica serves the best pizza in New York City, hands down. The crust is perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with the freshest ingredients that burst with flavor. Whether you’re a fan of classic Margherita or prefer something a bit more adventurous, every slice is a piece of heaven.And let's not forget about the wine. During our last visit, we enjoyed an exquisite Italian wine that was simply out of this world. It complemented our meal beautifully and left a lasting impression—it's been a long time since we've had wine that good.Manducatis Rustica has truly become our favorite restaurant, and we find ourselves recommending it to everyone we know. This is not just a review—it's a heartfelt suggestion to anyone who appreciates great food, excellent wine, and a welcoming environment. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or celebrating a special occasion, do yourself a favor and visit Manducatis Rustica. Even if you just try the pizza, you’ll understand why we love this place so much.This is not a paid advertisement; it’s just a genuine recommendation from someone who appreciates quality. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!

Hannah Yu

A local restaurant that makes you feel taken care of - the food is delicious and comforting, and the staff is very attentive and friendly. It's also a perfect place to hold an event. We had our baby shower in the backyard patio in the Spring. Even though it was a bit chillier than we wanted, the food, atmosphere and the care and attention from the staff made it a hit. Gianna was such a pleasure to work with - she's done a ton of these events so everything just felt easy. Our family and friends left the event so full and happy.

Rebecca Castro

It's the best pork chop 😋 I've ever had absolutely delicious. Old world Italian atmosphere elegant ✨️ overall fantastic. My sister had the pasta with shrimp 🍤 incredible delicious 😋

Anthony M

Staff was wonderful and a gem in LIC. Pizza was very nice. Closer to a Roman style with thin crunchy crust. The steak was perfect and potatoes were delicious. Deserts were fresh especially the tiramisu. Definitely would go back.

+3

charine menguita

Food and vibes definitely great. We loved the outdoor garden seating. Food definitely 10/10, our favorite for the night would be the carbonara. Portion sizes are very shareable. So if you’re planning to get out and dine with your friends this is the place to go. Giving a 4 because during our visit it took a while for our orders to come. Service and staff is always excellent (it’s not my first time here). Staff are very nice and helpful.

V M

Had early Mother’s Day dinner for my 85 YO mom for 7 of us and fairly easy to get an early dinner reservation Place was large and had a nice garden but we sat inside and staff was super pleasant and accommodating Calamari was perfect and most of the entrees were wonderful especially the Marsala chicken was the best as well as my filet of sole and daughters Buccatini although on the salty side along with the chicken parm but tolerable for the young adults The pizza however was ok as we ordered the one with prosciutto and funghi. I think it was missing a little more cheese and sauce and can be cooked slightly more for the crust but all else was delicious There was a lovely garden in back too that would be nice on a nice night out Was too full and would have loved dessert but will need to return again

+3

Wildly inconsistent food. I have ordered delivery a few times. First time was really bad. People kept telling me it’s good. I tried a 2nd time and was great. 3rd try was today and it was really not good. I doubt I’ll try again

Alan Hegron

We ordered 2 pizzas. The first one was very good, but the second one was completely burned around and underneath. We could only eat half of it. This pizza should have been trashed and made again, not given to customers. Quite disappointing