Maiella - LIC

4.6

2454 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Good for groups

Maiella, a casually elegant restaurant located in the picturesque waterfront section of Long Island City, serves authentic Italian dishes with a modern flare and the freshest ingredients. Maiella sits at the base of the iconic Pepsi sign in Gantry State Park, and features spectacular city views. Designed by a leading New York City Architecture firm, Bluarch, the rustic space features seating for up to 180 guests inside and almost 100 guests in the outdoor terrace. The terrace faces Manhattan and Gantry State Park with views of the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and the 80 foot tall Pepsi Sign. Inquire about our private dining rooms as well as larger parties.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 606-1770
Website
http://www.maiellalic.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Giueseppe Agostino
Private party facilities
Maiella looks forward to customizing your special occasion. Whether it be an intimate dinner for up to 32 in our private dining room, a complete buyout, or any other event, Please contact our Special Events team for additional information.

Location
46-10 Center Blvd., Long Island City, NY 11109
Neighborhood
Long Island City
Cross street
46th avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
7 train to vernon jackson. E,F,G trains to court square.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

INSALATA RAPA ROSSA$17.95
mixed baby beets, pickled blueberries, robiola, poppy seeds
BURRATA CON PROSCIUTTO$20.00
whole burrata, poached quince, prosciutto di parma, watercress, hazelnut, balsamic
MELANZANE ALLA TRAPANESE$15.95
lightly grilled eggplant, stracchino cheese, tomato, chili, almond
POLPO ALLA GRIGLIA$24.50
char grilled octopus, nduja puree, arugula chickpea salad, pickled red onion
GAMBERI OREGANATA$19.00
shrimp oreganata, bread crumbs, lemon
CAESAR$18.00
baby gem lettuce, bread crumbs, parmigiano, caesar dressing

Primi

all pasta handmade in house

GARGANELLI BOLOGNESE$29.00
garganelli, veal and pork ragú, parmigiano
CAPPELLACCI DI ZUCCA$28.00
cappellacci, butternut squash, brown butter, sage, spiced pumpkin seeds
SPAGHETTI ALLA PUTTANESCA$26.00
taggiasca olives, capers, anchovies, tomato confit
LINGUINE CON COZZE$30.00
linguine, mussels, bottarga, parsley
AGNOLOTTI CALABRESE$29.00
agnolotti, pork sausage, braised pork, nduja
TAGLIATELLE TARTUFO$34.00
tagliatelle pasta, grana padano, seasonal truffle

Secondi

BISTECCA ALLA PEPERONATA$60.00
12 oz USDA prime NY strip, peperonata, crispy fingerling potato
SALMONE AL ZABAGLIONE$30.00
seared salmon, citrus zabaglione, romanesco, parsnips, pine nut vinaigrette
BRANZINO ALLA PICCATA$36.00
seared mediterranean sea bass, clams, saffron, broccoli rabe, piccata sauce
POLLO ALLA SCARPARIELLO$31.00
half roasted chicken, potato puree, shishito pepper, pork sausage, chicken jus
COSTATA DI MAIALE AVVOLTO IN PROSCIUTTO$40.00
prosciutto wrapped pork chop, king trumpet mushrooms, cabbage, grana padano fonduta

Pizza

BIANCA CON PROSCIUTTO$24.00
quattro formaggi, arugula, prosciutto, seasonal truffle
CALABRESE$20.00
fresh mozzarella, capicola, nduja, black olives, red onion
MARGHERITA$18.00
mozzarella, pomodoro, basil
POLPETTE$20.00
beef meatballs, mozzarella, pomodoro, basil
SALSICCIA E PEPERONATA$20.00
sweet and spicy italian sausage, peppers, onions, pomodoro
CINQUE FORMAGGI$20.00
mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmigiano, grana padano , stracchino
TARTUFO$34.00
mozzarella, mushrooms, truffle

What 2,454 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Queens
Romantic
Queens
Great for scenic views
Queens
Italian
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Review summary

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Maiella - LIC offers "amazing food" and "impeccable service," making it a top choice for special occasions and casual dining alike. The ambiance is "spectacular," complemented by stunning views of Manhattan. The table-side cacio e pepe is a must-try. With attentive staff and a beautiful setting, it's a memorable dining experience.

2,454 Reviews

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PeggyC
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful evening and a great end of the year celebration with family
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Erika
New York City
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was average. Bread that came with the meatballs was very stale and not eatable. Drinks were delicious.
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Denise
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I celebrated my birthday at Maiella Last night and it was lovely. I had 8 people in my party. The restaurant manager and staff made us feel welcomed. The food was great I had the roasted chicken and I’d recommend it to everyone. The ambiance was nicely decorated for the holidays and we sat right behind the LIC Pepsi sign. I would come back!
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Ruth
New York City
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our anniversary dinner was excellent! Ernesto, our waiter, was very good. He honored my special cocktail request & was attentive to our needs. Our food was delicious, especially the braised short rib dish, my favorite. the chicken parmesan was also delicious. Our salads were prepared well. All in all, a wonderful meal. This is our restaurant for special dining.
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larry
VIP
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
OUTSTANDING. This was our 1st time here. From walking in and being greeted with a warm smile to the beautifully decorated restaurant we knew this could be special. Once seated we shared salad and shrimp appetizers. Both great. The warm bread and dip were excellent. For dinner we shared the veal parmigiana and the tableside truffle pasta. Insanely good. The staff works seamlessly and not overbearing. Nothing overlooked all evening. The maitre d ' walks the room and makes you feel like an old friend. We shared stories from St Martin to life in general. Anthony and his staff are 2nd to none. We look forward to celebrating more delicious times at Maiella again. Happy New Year!
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Daniel
VIP
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was good but service was lacking. Nice restaurant and ambience.
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Luis
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Hostess didn’t offer coat check. Wasn’t warm or professional. Wine not stored at adequate serving temperature. Octopus, Arugula, Branzino and chocolate mousse was good. Steak was bland and served cold. WTF! I have a very strong taste palate and could taste fish in the Cavatappi Meat pasta. The restaurant Could use a hospitality/staff revamp and training staff, especially for the prices. Carlos, our server was nice and could tell we were not having a great experience.
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Sawan
VIP
New York City
138 reviews
5.0
138 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect as always! From the Hospitality, the Food and Service flawless. Anthony and his team does a great job. Great to have him back. Thank you.
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Sasha
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place! The guys who run the restaurant are really nice and the staff are thoughtful. They really pay attention. The food is so delicious! My friends and I have made this our celebration restaurant. Only one thing, I left my camera accidentally and called them within the hour and they said they had it so I could come back for it. I thought it was strange that they didn’t call me to tell me that I left it because they had my number from the reservation. When I collected it the next day I realized someone took pictures with the camera of the decorations in the restaurant which is strange but I did get my camera back.
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curtis
VIP
New York City
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food, Service and room design are all top notch. Staff is professional, polite and friendly. Pasta’s is especially good. I just wish the music was played at a lower volume so we wouldn’t have to yell at each other. Even at a 2 or 4 top!!
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FAQs

Maiella - LIC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 606-1770.

Maiella - LIC is rated 4.6 stars by 2454 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

46-10 Center Blvd., Long Island City, NY 11109

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
46th avenue
Neighborhood
Long Island City
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
7 train to vernon jackson. E,F,G trains to court square.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Giueseppe Agostino
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.maiellalic.com/
Phone number
(718) 606-1770
Private party facilities
Maiella looks forward to customizing your special occasion. Whether it be an intimate dinner for up to 32 in our private dining room, a complete buyout, or any other event, Please contact our Special Events team for additional information.

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Maiella - LIC

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 New York / Tri-State Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

GARGANELLI BOLOGNESE

TIRAMISU

LINGUINE CON COZZE

Antipasti

INSALATA RAPA ROSSA$17.95

BURRATA CON PROSCIUTTO$20.00

MELANZANE ALLA TRAPANESE$15.95

POLPO ALLA GRIGLIA$24.50

GAMBERI OREGANATA$19.00

CAESAR$18.00

Primi

GARGANELLI BOLOGNESE$29.00

CAPPELLACCI DI ZUCCA$28.00

SPAGHETTI ALLA PUTTANESCA$26.00

LINGUINE CON COZZE$30.00

AGNOLOTTI CALABRESE$29.00

TAGLIATELLE TARTUFO$34.00

Secondi

BISTECCA ALLA PEPERONATA$60.00

SALMONE AL ZABAGLIONE$30.00

BRANZINO ALLA PICCATA$36.00

POLLO ALLA SCARPARIELLO$31.00

COSTATA DI MAIALE AVVOLTO IN PROSCIUTTO$40.00

Pizza

BIANCA CON PROSCIUTTO$24.00

CALABRESE$20.00

MARGHERITA$18.00

POLPETTE$20.00

SALSICCIA E PEPERONATA$20.00

CINQUE FORMAGGI$20.00

TARTUFO$34.00

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