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Passione Della Cucina
Welcome to Passione Della Cucina, a delightful haven for Italian cuisine nestled on 231 Old Country Rd, Carle Place, NY. Offering a harmonious blend of authentic flavors and a warm atmosphere, this restaurant is more than just a dining spot; it’s a culinary experience that invites you to indulge in the passion of Italian cooking.
At Passione Della Cucina, the menu is a vibrant showcase of Italian classics, with a specialization in gourmet pizzas and old-time seafood favorites. Take, for instance, the 18" Buffalo Chicken Pizza, featuring a Neapolitan round crust topped with tender Buffalo Style chicken and drizzled with blue cheese dressing—each slice a delightful explosion of flavor for only $28. Or perhaps the Chicken Parmigiano Pizza, equally appetizing, combining crispy fried chicken with a rich bakery red sauce and organic basil, delivering a taste that feels like a warm embrace from Italy.
Seafood lovers can indulge in the Calamari and Scungilli options, beautifully sautéed to perfection, capturing the essence of traditional coastal Italian cooking. Customers rave about the freshness and quality—like Dawn A. who was impressed by the homemade rigatoni with meatballs and the house red wine.
Beyond the menu, guests appreciate the inviting ambiance of Passione Della Cucina. The decor is an exquisite blend of casual elegance, creating a perfect backdrop for celebrations, family dinners, or a romantic date night. The restaurant offers outdoor seating and a full bar equipped with a wide selection of wines and cocktails, making it a lively spot especially on the best nights—Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
All of this combined with a host of utilities, including reservation options, delivery, and a kid-friendly environment, makes Passione Della Cucina an ideal choice for groups and casual gatherings. The ambiance is kept at a moderate noise level, ensuring that conversations flow as smoothly as the delicious dishes.
While Passione Della Cucina is a standout in its culinary offerings, real-life experiences also shape the reputation of any restaurant. Guests leave with memories of warm interactions, highlighted by the friendly demeanor of the owner, Mr. Emilio Branchinelli, whose commitment to customer satisfaction shines through. As Yoni K. shared, dining here can be an evening well spent, filled with good wines and exceptional service.
In conclusion, if you find yourself in the Carle Place area, Passione Della Cucina promises a worthwhile culinary adventure. With its irresistible menu, enchanting atmosphere, and commitment to quality, it’s a restaurant that champions the true passion of Italian cuisine.
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“ If you're familiar w the area- there's some fierce competition for Italian restaurants. I might not travel for Passione but if you're in the area it's a good choice The inside is very pretty and the food is decent. The chicken vodka parm is a standout here. Sauce is perfect- chicken is crispy. 10/10 (this dish could compete with the other Italian spots nearby and win) . The tiramisu is also great- highly recommend. If you're coming from the west on old country rd...the turn into the parking lot is a nightmare. Try to come from the east if you can...it's really that terrible. ”
“ In the area for a swim meet. Called last minute to see if they could accommodate a party of 4 and it was a yes! As soon as we stepped inside we were impressed. The restaurant is beautiful and our service was fantastic. The food was delicious! We ordered the homemade rigatoni with meatballs with a scoop of ricotta (my daughter & I shared this, still had some pasta leftover too), my son had the American pizza with pepperoni and my husband had the spicy rigatoni and added grilled chicken . My husband and I each had a glass of their homemade red wine and it was good ! Highly recommend this restaurant! Sorry no pictures. ”
“ I've already rated this, but date night with hubby brought us here again. The service is great. We're always being checked on without it being annoying. The decor is beautiful no matter what part of the restaurant you're in. And the food! Wow! The food. Amazing as usual. I wasn't that hungry after eating a whole bucket of popcorn earlier, so we didn't order as much as we usually do. Hubby order the fried calamari which you think is boring until you taste it. The Crunch is superb and the calamari isn't rubbery. He got the veal parmigiano as a main. I got the whole roasted cauliflower to start and homemade rigatoni with broccoli rabe as an entree. Most of it came home to have full meals for 2 more days. I recommend this place highly. ”
“ The food was excellent, the service was good, but the attitude was appalling. We were a group of 13 ladies on a Sunday afternoon at 4PM at a very empty Passione restaurant. I asked for separate checks, which could not be accommodated. I then asked for 1 separate check just for me, since I was the only one who was paying by credit card. I offered to sit at another table by myself. That could not be done either. I asked for Emilio, who was not there, but when he was reached by phone, was not flexibale either. As a result, dividing up the check among all of us (which had some wrong pricing on it) took ages, The waiter could not take my payment until all other paid cash. Why? Because the restaurant's sytem added a credit card service charge to ALL entrees, not just mine. When all was said and done, I was told we still owed $10, even though we had all tipped more than 20%. Despite the food, we will not return. ”
“ Friend of ours and us had the pleasure of spending a wonderful evening at Passione. While waiting for our friends to arrive, we sat at the bar for a glass of wine and we couldn't help ourselves to notice the board in front of us showing the happy hour from 4:30-6:00pm with amazing drinks and food on the menu! We also exchange a few words with the Mr. Emilio Branchinelli the owner of Passione that empress us with friendly demeanor. Once the party showed up, dinner was out of this word! (thank you again Mr. Sergio!) Thank you again for a wonderful evening at Passione Della Cucina! ”
“ Ya know it's been awhile Passione but you deserve 5 Stars now. Why? Because I said so! No really... Passione deserves 5 stars from my beau and I. We have gone frequently to meet up with his aunt and uncle and on the most recent trip to celebrate our engagement with them. When I tell you the food is still amazing as ever you better believe it. We were also congratulated several times by wait staff and I presume the manager which was super nice. We also loved the music this visit. So much so that we figured out who the guy was that's singing because the beau wants him to sing for our rehearsal dinner which may be a little bit extra but it's okay. Will we continue to be back? You bet. Because even though I left 666 OCR almost 9 years ago the food and the ambiance and service still is superb! ”
“ Everything here was delicious! The complimentary bread is absolutely fantastic! The service is also delightful, our server was so nice when making suggestions. We came for a birthday and they gave us a free chocolate cake. They are super nice. The ambience is quiet and relaxing. ”
