Authentic Italian trattoria with handmade pastas under $20. Known for crispy calamari, juicy meatballs, and a lively vibe perfect for dates.
Will Hartman reviews Il Gigante, a Ridgewood Italian restaurant that delivers a dangerously fun dining experience with handmade pastas and a lively atmosphere, perfect for casual dinners and dates.
This Ridgewood Italian trattoria offers a lively and welcoming atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for casual dinners or dates. They are known for their authentic, handmade pasta dishes at affordable prices, with many pastas under $20. Highlights include the crispy Calamari Fritti, flavorful Polpette Al Sugo, and standout pasta dishes like Gramigna Alla Salsiccia and Tortelloni Burro e Salvia. While the Pappardelle al Ragú was a slight letdown, the generously portioned Cotoletta Alla Bolognese is a rich and delicious option, perfect for sharing.
This Italian restaurant specializes in authentic, handmade pasta dishes with many options under $20. Customer favorites include the crispy Calamari Fritti and juicy Polpette Al Sugo. While the Pappardelle al Ragú was noted as a disappointment by one reviewer, dishes like the Gramigna Alla Salsiccia and Tortelloni Burro e Salvia are highly recommended. The Cotoletta Alla Bolognese is another must-try, a large and rich fried pork cutlet.
"Highly recommended dishes include the crispy Calamari Fritti, juicy Polpette Al Sugo, homemade pasta like Gramigna Alla Salsiccia and Tortelloni Burro e Salvia, and the Cotoletta Alla Bolognese."
Customers rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, especially the handmade pastas and crispy calamari, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Important Note
The Pappardelle al Ragú was noted as slightly disappointing by one reviewer.
"Il Gigante is recommended for its Emilia-Romagna cuisine, noting it's relatively new, excellent, authentic, and affordable, especially the pasta."
Positive"i giganti in Ridgewood is a trattoria with a good wine selection and great vibe, known for homemade pasta like the gramigna."
Positive"This user mentioned that Il gigante serves great free bread."
Positive"A user unexpectedly tried El Gigante's calamari and still thinks about how delicious it was, noting everything else was also delicious."
Positive"El Gigante in Ridgewood Queens was highly praised for its fried calamari, described as crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor, needing no sauce."
Positive"Lists Il Gigante Trattoria as a recommended pasta spot."
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