Cafe Testarossa

Name: Cafe Testarossa
Address: 499 Jericho Tpke.,, Syosset, NY, United States, 11791
Telephone: (516) 364-8877
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1490 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Modern Italian Cuisine with all the Character of Artisanal Fare. Even though Italian Cuisine is based on Tradition, Cafe Testarossa is holding true to traditional methods, without restriction, to modernizing the essence of the menu. Testarossa provides pre-fixe menus, a delicious and fun cocktail and wine menu, innovative special dishes daily and private parties for all occasions. Whether dining in one of our dining rooms, bar or outdoor patio, Testarossa aims to bring their diners superb service and an overall memorable experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(516) 364-8877
Website
http://www.Cafetestarossa.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
William Sansone
Private party facilities
Seperate Dining Area Available with exceptions on Days with Minimum amount of people.

Location
499 Jericho Tpke.,, Syosset, NY 11791
Neighbourhood
Syosset
Cross Street
S. Oyster Bay Road
Parking details
Front and Rear Parking Available, Valet Services Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Public transit
LIRR Syosset Train Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Grilled Marinated OctopusUS$22.00
with Escarole, Ceci Beans & Crushed Tomatoes
In House Made Potato GnocchiUS$19.00
with Crumbled Hot and Sweet Sausage, San Marzano Tomatoes & Fresh Basil
Crabmeat and Shrimp CakesUS$22.00
served with Organic Lettuce and Sweet Corn Salsa with a Caper Tarragon Dressing
Fried CalamariUS$18.00
with Spicy Marinara
Veal MeatballUS$16.00
Sliders
Little Neck ClamsUS$18.00
Baked with a Garlic Oregano Breadcrumb Crust
Farro Rice SaladUS$18.00
with Marinated Stemmed Artichoke Hearts, Cucumbers, Cherry Tomatoes, Cranberries, Arugula, Parmesan Cheese and Sherry Vinaigrette
Poached Pear and Red Beet SaladUS$18.00
Mixed Greens, tossed with Mandarin Oranges, Dried Cherries, Candied Pistachio Nuts and Feta Cheese in an Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Grilled Fresh Vegetable PlatterUS$20.00
with Eggplant, Broccoli, Tomato, Asparagus, Zucchini and Shiitake Mushrooms Drizzled with Garlic Vinaigrette, served with a Horseradish Puree
In House Made Fresh MozzarellaUS$18.00
Roasted Peppers and Beefsteak Tomatoes Drizzled with a Basil Infused Olive Oil
Caesar SaladUS$16.00
with Homemade Garlic Sourdough Croutons

Pizza

Thin Crust PizzaUS$20.00
with Roma Tomatoes, Basil & Fresh Mozzarella
Broccoli Rabe PizzaUS$21.00
with Fresh Mozzarella
Pesto PizzaUS$21.00
with Gorgonzola Cheese & Olive Oil

Pasta

Gluten Free Pasta Always Available

Paccheri PastaUS$29.00
with a Pork Osso Bucco meat, Cannellini Bean, Tomato Ragu
FettuccineUS$30.00
with Lobster, Shrimp and Arugula in a Filetto di Pomodoro
Gigli PastaUS$28.00
with Crumbled Sausage, Spinach, Crushed Tomato, Brandy and Fresh Ricotta Cheese
Mezzi RigatoniUS$28.00
served with Veal Meat And Sausage Bolognese, Peas and Warm Ricotta
In House Made Cheese & Spinach RavioliUS$26.00
in a Fresh Marinara
SpaghettiUS$27.00
with Veal Meatballs in a Traditional Marinara Sauce
Fresh OrecchietteUS$28.00
with Sliced Hot & Sweet Sausage and Broccoli Rabe in Garlic & Oil
RigatoniUS$27.00
with Vodka, Tomato & Crème

Entrees

Roasted Pasture Raised ChickenUS$34.00
served with Spinach, Cannellini Bean & Chicken Au Jus
Almond Crusted Chicken BreastUS$33.00
stuffed with Artichoke Hearts, Spinach & Asiago Cheese served with Sweet Potato Puree in a Wild Berry Brandy
Branzino FiletUS$44.00
Pan Seared served with Sweet Corn, Haricot Vert, Roasted Carrots, Mango and Parsley Gremolata
SalmonUS$36.00
in a Pinot Grigio and Caper Wine Sauce served with Julienne Vegetables and a Potato Ravioli
ShrimpUS$42.00
served with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Cracked Spinach, Garlic, Lemon & Crispy Onions
Lamb ChopsUS$51.00
with a Mustard Breadcrumb Crust served with Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Potato & Mint Rosemary and Lamb Au Jus
Grilled Veal ChopUS$79.00
served with a Tuscan Bean, Broccoli Rabe & Mushroom Medley

What 1,490 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Nassau
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Testarossa delights with consistently "amazing food" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the veal chop and pasta dishes, praising the attentive staff and "inviting ambiance." While some find the noise level high, the charming patio offers a quieter dining option. Perfect for special occasions and memorable meals.

1,490 Reviews

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Debbie
New York City
68 reviews
vip
5.0
68 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always good and didn’t disappoint! Wish it was closer to my home!
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Barbara
New York City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is I always excellent, as is the service. The only negative is that even with a reservation, we always end up waiting about 30 minutes.
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Lawrence
West Palm Beach
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always we love dining here. We eat at this restaurant about 3 times a month. We highly recommend you try this restaurant.
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Sharon
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
a finer restaurant you will not find.. the food , service and ambiance is outstanding. its a place you know that you’ll have a delicious meal and be treated slways like youre special …. there is not a better restaurant around….
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Steve
New York City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Yawn dinner was none event ....Reservation set for 8:30 pm. Arrived at 8:15pm and were greeted and told there be about 10 - 15 minute wait before we could be seated as we immediately were being directed to the bar. The decibel level volume of noise coming from the dining room was close to being that of a jet engine. I barely could hear my wife standing beside me. We ordered our drinks, Grey goose on the rocks, only to learn they had none. Readily we asked for instead Belvedere only to be told the same, "they had none". They offered us Kettle one, refused. THen another bartender intervened and established the fact they had reserve bottle of our chosen libation in the cellar. Still standing at the bar 5 minutes later our drinks eventually arrived. By now the hostess arrived asking us if we preferred to be seated in the glass enclosed bar seating area as opposed to the much noisier main dinning room. We accepted and immediately were seated. Wait time for entree preparation was reasonable - +/- 20 minutes. As soon as our entrees arrived, ravioli/tomato sauce and chicken with apples/cranberries and mashed potatoes we quickly both knew both our dishes were not hot, not warm to touch, but more like room temperature. Serving prepared food hot seems to be a chronic shortcoming that plagues many high end north shore restaurants, Testarosa is no exception. Our bill for 4 drinks, 2 entrees, tax and tip came to about $225. I'd think twice before spending this kind of $ coming here again. AS this place was a big dining disappointment, ambient level of noise made table side conversation almost impossible to hear and converse without needless shouting, out of stock beverages, cold food. Need I say more?
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Luigi
Caribbean
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Started with a delicious salad from the specials menu and progressed with an appetizer, a pasta, a main and desert shared by 3 people. Each dish was better than the last and we left fully satisfied. The portions are perfect for sharing and the service was attentive at every step.
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Mizrahi
New York City
61 reviews
vip
3.0
61 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Noise level was super loud and many groups in main dining area that were way too loud ,screaming and carrying on for birthday celebrations . This is fine dining ; not the bar room. We have eaten regularly over the years . Service was quite slow this time and difficult at times to make up for the quality of food provided which is always spot on. Suggestion would be put very large parties in side room . Hope to see you soon again .
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Linda
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good and service excellent as always!! Good is amazing, fresh and extremely delicious!!
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nathan
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Been going to Testerosa for many years. Food has always been delicious. Many excellent restaurants to choose from on Jericho Turnpike but they have been my main go to. Great place to spend an anniversary.
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Joyce
New York City
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you want, consistent, delicious food, creative menu, great service Café Testarossa is the place, my “go to” ! It never misses, always on point
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FAQs

Cafe Testarossa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (516) 364-8877.

Cafe Testarossa is rated 4.8 stars by 1490 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

499 Jericho Tpke.,, Syosset, NY 11791

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
S. Oyster Bay Road
Neighbourhood
Syosset
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Front and Rear Parking Available, Valet Services Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Public transit
LIRR Syosset Train Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
William Sansone
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.Cafetestarossa.com/
Phone number
(516) 364-8877
Private party facilities
Seperate Dining Area Available with exceptions on Days with Minimum amount of people.

Cafe Testarossa

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Lamb Chops

Spaghetti

Fettuccine

Primi Plates

Grilled Marinated OctopusUS$22.00

In House Made Potato GnocchiUS$19.00

Crabmeat and Shrimp CakesUS$22.00

Fried CalamariUS$18.00

Veal MeatballUS$16.00

Little Neck ClamsUS$18.00

Farro Rice SaladUS$18.00

Poached Pear and Red Beet SaladUS$18.00

Grilled Fresh Vegetable PlatterUS$20.00

In House Made Fresh MozzarellaUS$18.00

Caesar SaladUS$16.00

Pizza

Thin Crust PizzaUS$20.00

Broccoli Rabe PizzaUS$21.00

Pesto PizzaUS$21.00

Pasta

Paccheri PastaUS$29.00

FettuccineUS$30.00

Gigli PastaUS$28.00

Mezzi RigatoniUS$28.00

In House Made Cheese & Spinach RavioliUS$26.00

SpaghettiUS$27.00

Fresh OrecchietteUS$28.00

RigatoniUS$27.00

Entrees

Roasted Pasture Raised ChickenUS$34.00

Almond Crusted Chicken BreastUS$33.00

Branzino FiletUS$44.00

SalmonUS$36.00

ShrimpUS$42.00

Lamb ChopsUS$51.00

Grilled Veal ChopUS$79.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Cafe Testarossa offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Testarossa restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Testarossa currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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Dining areas

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