Park Side Restaurant – Italian
Stepping into this legendary institution feels like a journey back to the golden age of dining, where tuxedoed captains glide across polished floors and the air hums with the spirited energy of a timeless neighborhood celebration. Overlooking the park’s leafy expanse, the kitchen honors tradition with aromatic, garlic-laced classics and velvet-smooth pastas that capture the soulful essence of a grand, multi-course Italian feast.
107-01 Corona Avenue, NY 11368 +1-718-271-9274 https://www.parksiderestaurantny.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (3216 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, aip, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free
What diners are saying
Celebrated as a Queens staple with a classic "NY Italian" vibe, Parkside Restaurant impresses diners with its warm, traditional atmosphere and generous portions. Guests rave about standout dishes like the Arrabbiata sauce, crab cakes, porterhouse for two, and seafood linguine, though experiences with service vary from attentive and professional to occasionally pushy or unhelpful during reservations. While some diners note inconsistencies with specific items like baked clams or crème brûlée, the overall experience is defined by delicious, hearty food and a nostalgic charm that brings generation
Menu
Appetizers
Classic Italian starters to begin your meal
- Stuffed Artichoke - $15.95: Stuffed with Italian spices, cheese and breadcrumbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baked Clams - $13.95: Whole baked clams oreganata style. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Pasta
Traditional Italian pasta dishes
- Rigatoni Amattriciana - $20.95: Rigatoni with tomatoes, onions, pancetta & fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $20.95: Cream, butter, Parmigiana & imported mascarpone cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Entrees
Hearty Italian and American main courses
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $20.95: Thin slices of lightly fried eggplant smothered with tomato sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana - $27.95: Breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce & mozzarella cheese.
- Seafood Combination - $39.95: Scungilli, clams, mussels, shrimp & calamari in a marinara or fra diavolo sauce over a bed of linguini. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Colorado Rack of Lamb - $52.95: 2 Double cut (4 Bone) lamb chops served w/ mint jelly upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions about Park Side Restaurant
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Concerns include pushy or unhelpful service during reservations and inconsistencies with specific menu items like baked clams or crème brûlée.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a warm, traditional atmosphere with generous portions of classic Italian dishes for sharing.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This expensive ($$$) Italian restaurant is ideal for special occasions, offering a traditional atmosphere with tuxedoed captains and a 4.6/5 rating.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Park Side Restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, offering classic New York Italian dishes such as pasta, seafood linguine, and eggplant parmigiana.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Colorado Rack of Lamb covers keto and gluten-free diets, while Seafood Combination and Baked Clams are high-protein, dairy-free, and mediterranean-friendly.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu offers 17 diet categories including keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian options like Colorado Rack of Lamb and Fettuccine Alfredo.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Park Side Restaurant is categorized as an expensive dining establishment, which is represented by the three-dollar sign ($$$) price level.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This legendary Queens staple offers a classic NY Italian vibe with tuxedoed captains, generous portions, and views overlooking the park.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Park Side Restaurant is an operational Italian institution in Queens with an active website, although specific hours are not listed.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Park Side Restaurant is a celebrated Queens staple with an overall average rating of 4.6/5 based on its traditional atmosphere.
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