Old-school Italian-American w/ giant portions & robust red sauce. A true neighborhood gem.
For a taste of old-school Italian-American charm, this Queens institution delivers generous, family-style portions that have been a local favorite for decades. It's the kind of place where the ambiance is as robust as the red sauce, offering a true neighborhood dining experience.
The restaurant is celebrated for its classic red sauce Italian-American fare, with particular acclaim for dishes like linguine with clam sauce, baked clams, and chicken scarparella. Portions are notably large and served family-style, though some recent reviews have pointed to inconsistencies in flavor and presentation, with specific criticisms of the shrimp cocktail and overly salty dishes.
"Customers frequently recommend the linguine with clam sauce, baked clams, and chicken scarparella. Other frequently mentioned favorites include fried peppers and Veal Don Pepe."
Customers consistently praise the generous portions and authentic, old-school Italian-American cuisine, though some note that it can be pricey.
Important Note
While many praise the restaurant, a significant recent review found the food to be disappointing with issues of excessive saltiness and poor presentation. Some also note that it can be pricey and that it's cash only.
"The Veal Don Peppe at Don Peppe in Ozone Park is considered the best veal dish the commenter has ever had."
Positive"Don Peppe's in Ozone Park is recommended for red sauce Italian."
Positive"Don Peppe's in Ozone Park is recommended as worth the trip for red sauce Italian."
Positive"Don Peppe in Ozone Park is praised for its 'Divine Baked Clams' and overall excellent food, with a guest having a very positive experience."
Positive"This commenter loves Don Peppe in Ozone Park and specifically enjoys their fried peppers."
Positive"Don Peppe in Ozone Park was recommended for red sauce Italian."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is recommended."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is recommended."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is recommended as an old-school option, and can be a good stop if traveling via JFK airport."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is recommended as an old-school option, and can be a good stop if traveling via JFK airport."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is a fantastic stop if traveling via JFK airport, known for always having a wait."
Positive"Don Pepe's in Queens is a fantastic stop if traveling via JFK airport, known for always having a wait."
Positive"Don Peppe was suggested for its family-style dining, which aligns with the user's search for restaurants offering large portions."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended if the person is flying into JFK."
Positive"This commenter suggested Don Peppe for a very Queens-style Italian dining experience."
Positive"A plate of shrimp is mentioned as being from Don Peppe's."
Positive"Shrimp Luciano is mentioned in relation to Don Peppe's."
Positive"This user emphatically recommends Don Peppe's."
Positive"Don Peppe's is highly recommended, with specific mentions of their good baked clams and chicken scarparella."
Positive"Don Peppe's in Ozone Park is recommended."
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