Aldo's – Italian
Stepping into Aldo’s feels like a warm embrace, where the golden glow of low-hanging lights illuminates tables laden with rustic antipasti and carafes of deep red wine. The kitchen breathes life into timeless traditions, tossing silken ribbons of pasta in rich, aromatic sauces that capture the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean. It is a place where the hum of lively conversation blends with the rhythmic clink of silverware, creating an atmosphere of effortless charm and culinary passion.
137-01 Cross Bay Boulevard +1-718-738-0021 https://www.aldosozoneparkmenu.com/?utm_source=gbpRating: 4.3/5 (718 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, mediterranean, sugar-free, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, carnivore, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, zone, raw-food, low-fodmap, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently closed
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its authentic Italian offerings, diners rave about the "beefy" white slice featuring smooth, flavorful ricotta. Guests consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, highlighting the owner and manager, Santino, who make everyone feel like family with their accommodating service. While some long-time patrons note inconsistency with items like the chicken parm and clams, the fresh, made-with-love pizza and A1 catering remain major draws for the community. Reviewers suggest ordering whole pies for the best value and freshness.
Menu
House Favorites
Shop recommendations for a great meal experience.
- Classic Round Cheese Pizza - $20.5: Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Pasta with Pesto Sauce - $19.5: Fresh basil, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, parmigiano cheese & toasted pine nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Tortellini - $16.5: Small folded pasta fresh ricotta & parmigiano cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Pizza
Handmade, prepared fresh & cooked to order.
- Classic Round Cheese Pizza - $20.5: Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Classic Round Extra Cheese Pizza - $24.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Sicilian Cheese Pizza - $23 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Sicilian Extra Cheese Pizza - $27
Specialty Pizza
- Caesar Salad Pizza - $32
- Vegetable Pizza - $32
- Thai Chicken Pizza - $32
- Penne Vodka Pizza - $32
- Hawaiian Pizza - $32
- Caprese Pizza - $32
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $32 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Margherita Pizza - $32 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Grandma Pizza - $32: Nonna pizza fresh mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $32 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- White Pie - $32 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Drunken Sicilian Pizza - $32 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Gluten Free Pizza - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Aldo's Special Pie - $31: Sausage, pepperoni, meatballs, mushrooms, peppers & onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Pizza By The Slice
- Classic Cheese Pizza Slice - $3.75: Classic cheese and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Square Cheese Pizza Slice - $3.75: Crunchy thin crust, vodka sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh garlic, parmesan cheese & basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Caesar Salad Pizza Slice - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Pizza Slice - $5.5: Topped with mushrooms, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, and olives. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Thai Chicken Pizza Slice - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Penne Vodka Pizza Slice - $5.5: Mozzarella cheese and creamy vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hawaiian Pizza Slice - $5.5: Tomato sauce, cheese, pineapple, and bacon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Caprese Pizza Slice - $5.5: Topped with classic cheese, pesto, tomatoes, red onions, and fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Pizza Slice - $5.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Margherita Pizza Slice - $5.5: Tomato sauce, cheese, oregano. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grandma Pizza Slice - $5.5: Nonna. Fresh mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza Slice - $5.5: Buffalo chicken and mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- White Pizza Slice - $5.5: A sauceless pie topped with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Drunken Sicilian Pizza Slice - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Appetizers
Classic, new & popular made-fresh to order starters.
- Fried Shrimp - $16.95: With tartar sauce.
- Shrimp Cocktail - $16.5: With our housemade cocktail sauce.
- Baked Clams - $15.5
- Fried Calamari - $16.5: Marinara sauce.
- Fried Calamari With Arrabiatta Sauce - $18.5: Spicy “angry” sauce.
- Cold Antipasto - $18
- Hot Antipasto - $26
- Stuffed Mushrooms - $13
- Fried Zucchini - $11 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Bruschetta - $10: Toasted italian bread with fresh diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, and sea salt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Aldo's Caprese - $14: Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, roasted peppers and basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Fingers with French Fries - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Buffalo Wings - $14: Served with blue cheese dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Rice Balls - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Soups
- Chicken Noodle Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Minestrone Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pasta With Lentils Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Pasta Fagioli Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spinach Egg Drop Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tortellini Soup - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Salads
- Aldo's House Salad - $10.5: Romaine, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, olives, roasted peppers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caesar Salad - $10.5: Romaine, parmesan shavings, and croutons. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Arugula Salad - $13.95: Tomatoes, parmesan cheese, red onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- California Salad - $13: Mixed greens, pears, apple walnut balsamic dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mediterranean Salad - $14.5: Baby arugula with creamy goat cheese, cranberries, candied walnuts, and our own honey dijon balsamic dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Sauteed Broccoli - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sauteed Spinach - $10 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- String Beans - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Meatballs - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sausage - $10
- Broccoli Rabe - $13
- French Fries - $5.5
- Wild Mushrooms Sauteed - $14
Italian Specialty
- Cheese Calzone - $9
- Chicken Roll - $9: With marinara sauce.
- Spinach Roll - $9: With marinara sauce.
- Pepperoni Roll - $9: With marinara sauce.
- Sausage Roll - $9: With peppers and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Garlic Knots - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Beef Patty - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Beef Patty With Cheese - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Beef Patty With Pepperoni - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Cold Heroes
All subs are served with lettuce, tomato, onion, vinegar, mustard, or mayonnaise.
- Salami & Provolone Hero - $12.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Ham & American Cheese Hero - $12.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Hot Heroes
All subs are served with lettuce, tomato, onion, vinegar, mustard, or mayonnaise.
- Meatballs Hero - $11.5: Smothered with marinara sauce & mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Meatballs Parmigiana Hero - $12.5: With marinara sauce, meatballs and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana Hero - $12.5: Chicken hero with marinara sauce and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana Hero - $11.5: Topped with eggplant slices, parmesan cheese and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Veal Cutlet Parmigiana Hero - $17.5: Veal cutlets, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Parmigiana Hero - $17.5: With shrimp and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sausage Parmigiana Hero - $12.5: Delicious Italian sausage topped with pasta sauce and creamy cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sausage & Peppers Hero - $12.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Pepper & Egg Hero - $11.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Breaded Chicken Cutlet Hero - $12.5: With lettuce & tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Chicken Breast Hero - $12.5: With lettuce & tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Breaded Veal Cutlet Hero - $17.5: With lettuce & tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Skirt Steak Hero - $18.5: With onions & peppers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Wraps
- Arugula Wrap - $16.5: With grilled chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, and lemon olive oil dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caesar Wrap - $16.5: Grilled chicken, mozzarella, romaine hearts, and Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Aldo's Wrap - $16.5: Grilled chicken, mozzarella, provolone, and roasted peppers.
- Eggplant Wrap - $16.5: Fresh eggplant, mozzarella, roasted peppers, and balsamic vinegar dressing.
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $16.5: Spicy buffalo chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Pasta
With your choice of pasta.
- Pasta with Tomato Sauce - $13.5: Italian seasoning, no garlic, no onions.
- Pasta with Marinara Sauce - $14.5: Italian seasoning (salt, pepper, oregano, bay leaves) sautéed garlic & onions, chopped basil.
- Pasta with Meat Sauce - $19.5: Thicker, based on our tomato sauce, italian seasoned and browned USDA Prime ground beef.
- Pasta with Pesto Sauce - $19.5: Fresh basil, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, parmigiano cheese & toasted pine nuts.
- Pasta Primavera - $19.5: Asparagus, beans, broccoli, carrots, peas, red onion, spring onions, zucchini, yellow squash, and diced tomatoes.
- Pasta Alfredo Sauce - $19.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta Carbonara - $22.5: Parm cheese, garlic, black pepper, eggs, pancetta. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta Garlic & Oil - $14.5: Sautéed garlic & extra-virgin olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta Arrabiatta - $14.5: Thick & spicy with Calabrian chilies tomato sauce, garlic. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta Vodka Sauce - $19.5: Creamy & thick made with heavy cream, tomatoes, garlic, onion, parmesan cheese, cooked well with a splash of vodka (non-alcoholic). Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta Clam Sauce - $21.5: Red or white sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta with Meatballs - $17.5: Choice of pasta & sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pasta with Sausage - $17.5: Choice of pasta & sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Baked & Stuffed
- Stuffed Shells - $18.5: Fresh ricotta cheese & parmigiano cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Manicotti - $16.5: Fresh ricotta cheese & parmigiano cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Tortellini - $16.5: Small folded pasta fresh ricotta & parmigiano cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lasagna - $18.5: Layered pasta, tomato & béchamel sauce, ground beef. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ravioli - $16.5: Pillow shaped, stuffed with fresh ricotta. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Baked Ravioli - $18.5: Baked in our oven, stuffed with fresh ricotta, layered in tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Pasta Specials
- Cavatteli - $22.95: Broccoli rabe, sausage, garlic & oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Zingara Rigatoni - $21: Prosciutto, hot peppers, black olives, basil in our marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tortellini Michelangelo - $23: Prosciutto, mushrooms in pink sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rigatoni San Remo - $23.5: Sundried tomatoes, fresh basil & mozzarella, prosciutto. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gnocchi Special - $21.5: Gnocchi with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella & garlic. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Aldo's Chicken
All served with salad or pasta.
- Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana - $21.95: Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella & marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Cacciatore Boneless - $23: Braised boneless chicken in our savory tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Marsala - $21.95: Sautéed with a rich brown mushroom sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Francese - $21.95: Egg-battered chicken in a lemon butter sauce.
- Chicken Rollatini - $24.95: Chicken 'rolled' with prosciutto, mozzarella and herbs in a brown gravy.
Aldo's Veal
All served with salad or pasta.
- Veal Cutlet Parmigiana - $24.95: Breaded veal cutlet, mozzarella & marinara sauce.
- Veal Marsala - $24.95: Sauteed with a rich brown mushroom sauce.
- Veal Francese - $24.95: Egg-battered chicken in a lemon butter sauce.
- Veal Scallopini - $26.95: A la pizzaiola with mushrooms and peppers.
Aldo's Seafood
All served with salad or pasta.
- Shrimp Marinara - $24.95
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo Sauce - $24.95
- Shrimp Parmigiana - $25.95: Breaded shrimp baked with marinara & mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Scampi - $26.95: Sautéed shrimp in a garlic lemon butter sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fried Calamari - $22 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Marinara - $26 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Arrabiatta - $26: Spicy "angry" sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Steamed Mussels - $21.95: Marinara (red) or white wine garlic sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salmon - $28.95: Prepared your way. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Filet of Sole Francese - $24.95: Egg-battered sole in a lemon butter sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Fried Filet - $21.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Aldo's Specialties
All served with salad or pasta.
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Rollatini - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tripe - $24: Medium or hot. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Aldo's Grill
All served with salad or pasta.
- Chicken Breast - $20: Lightly seasoned. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ribeye Steak - $41: Thick & juicy, flame-grilled 16oz ribeye, seasoned to perfection and served with your choice of sides. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Skirt Steak - $38: Tender, flame-grilled skirt steak, marinated for bold flavor and served with your choice of sides. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, High-Fiber
- Baby Lamb Chops - $39: Lightly charred, and expertly seasoned, grilled to perfection any way you like. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Grilled Burger - $11 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheeseburger Deluxe - $16: Lettuce, tomato, onion and cheese with French fries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Chocolate Mousse - $7.5: Rich, indulgent chocolate dessert. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake - $7.5: Classic New York cheesecake with a creamy satiny texture. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tartufo - $8: An Italian ice cream dessert. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Assorted Italian Gelato - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soda - $1.75
- Snapple - $2.75
- Stewart's Soda - $2.75
- Water - $1.75
- Espresso - $2.5
- Cappuccino - $5
- Tea - $2.5
- American Coffee - $2.5
Frequently Asked Questions about Aldo's
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Aldo's accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan, keto, and gluten-free options, including vegetarian Manicotti, dairy-free Cavatteli, and high-protein Pasta with Sausage.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Aldo's specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, featuring classic round cheese pizza, pasta with pesto sauce, tortellini, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the "beefy" white slice with ricotta and the fresh, made-with-love pizza, which are the most popular items.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Aldo's features a warm, welcoming atmosphere with low lighting and lively conversation, where accommodating service makes guests feel like family.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Main concerns mentioned by long-time patrons include inconsistency with specific menu items such as the chicken parm and clams.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Aldo's is moderately priced ($$) with a 4.3/5 rating, where guests praise the fresh pizza and welcoming, family-like service.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and accommodating service from the owner, Santino, who makes all guests feel like family.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Aldo's is unique for its "beefy" white slice, welcoming service from Santino, and a menu accommodating 39 specific dietary needs.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Aldo's is located in Ozone Park, as indicated by the restaurant's website at https://www.aldosozoneparkmenu.com/?utm_source=gbp.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a welcoming, family-oriented Italian atmosphere with diverse dietary options like vegetarian, high-protein, and nut-free dishes would enjoy Aldo's.