Last Updated: 10 days ago
Phone: (718) 266-4891
Address: 2911 WEST 15 STREET 11224
Old-school Coney Island Italian w/ a unique dice game for a free meal. Classic ambiance & solid dishes make this a memorable spot.
Will Hartman reviews Gargiulo's, a century-old Italian restaurant in Coney Island, praising its classic ambiance and unique dice game, despite the food not being the main draw.
This century-old Italian restaurant in Coney Island offers a classic dining experience with a grand ambiance and formal service. While the food is generally considered good, the unique dice game for a chance to win a free meal and the overall atmosphere are significant draws. Standout dishes include the Calamari Racanati and Orecchiette Con Salsiccia.
The Italian-American cuisine here is praised, with the Calamari Racanati and Orecchiette Con Salsiccia being highlighted as recommended dishes. While the food is considered good, it's often seen as secondary to the overall dining experience.
"The Calamari Racanati is a standout appetizer, and the Orecchiette Con Salsiccia is a recommended pasta dish. The fusili a carciofi is also specifically praised."
Customers generally view this restaurant positively, appreciating its classic ambiance and the unique experience it offers, including a chance to win a free meal.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest that while the food is good, it may not be the absolute best, and the restaurant can be pricier than other options like L&B Spumoni Gardens. Traveling to Coney Island specifically for Italian food in winter may also be considered impractical by some.
"Gargiulos in Coney Island is recommended."
Positive"Gargiulos in Coney Island is recommended."
Positive"Visiting Coney Island in winter, including Gargiulo's, can be a unique experience, involving boardwalk walks and trying Russian places."
Neutral"Visiting Coney Island in winter, including Gargiulo's, can be a unique experience, involving boardwalk walks and trying Russian places."
Neutral"This commenter argues that traveling to Coney Island for Italian food is impractical due to the long journey from Midtown and limited activities in winter."
Negative"This commenter argues that traveling to Coney Island for Italian food is impractical due to the long journey from Midtown and limited activities in winter."
Negative"Gargiulo's in Coney Island is a historic establishment (116 years old) that fits the old-school criteria, though the food may not be the best. Coney Island in winter is also mentioned as an experience."
Neutral"Gargiulo's in Coney Island is a historic establishment (116 years old) that fits the old-school criteria, though the food may not be the best. Coney Island in winter is also mentioned as an experience."
Neutral"Gargiulo's in Coney Island is an old establishment, over a hundred years old, that is considered solid, though pricier than L&B."
Positive"A user corroborates the recommendation for Gargulio's, stating it was a regular spot for their mother who grew up in Seagate."
Positive"Gargulio's is located just off the boardwalk and is praised for its delicious Italian food, specifically mentioning the fusili a carciofi."
Positive"This commenter suggests Gargiulo's for Italian food, noting that it is close to Luna Park."
Neutral"The commenter lists Gargiulo's as one of the top Brooklyn recommendations for old-school Italian, after Michael's of Brooklyn."
Positive"The commenter describes Gargiulo's as an old-school, white tablecloth Italian restaurant in Coney Island, known for its local clientele and a unique game where customers can win a free meal. The commenter recounts a personal experience of winning the game."
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