Ресторан · Queens · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 944 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 19:21:47
Address: 10-76 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, United States
Manetta’s: The Brick-Oven Glow That LIC Grew Up Around
Long before the glass towers, there was the fire. Manetta’s has been feeding Long Island City since 1992 from a crackling brick oven whose warm glow still sets the mood of the room — and whose thin-crust pizzas, edged with wood-smoke char, remain the neighborhood’s benchmark.
The Story
Family owned and operated by the Manettas for over three decades, the trattoria cooks from recipes passed down through generations. While LIC reinvented itself around it — towers up, waterfront polished, restaurants cycling in and out — Manetta’s simply kept the oven hot, and became the constant that new arrivals discover and old-timers never left.
What to Order
The brick-oven pizza is the calling card: thin, crisp, lightly charred, tasting faintly of wood in the blistered spots. Beyond it, homemade pastas cooked to the correct bite, fresh fish preparations that change with the catch, and the full canon of traditional Italian favorites. Dessert stays in-house too — a genuinely luscious tiramisu and a silky cheesecake worth the final stretch of appetite.
The Space
Warm is the operative word: the oven’s fire throws light across the room, the air carries basil, oregano and baking bread, and the tables mix date-night couples with families who have been coming since the nineties. Homey, unhurried, quietly confident.
Who It’s For
LIC newcomers looking for their local, pizza purists who prefer char to gimmicks, and anyone who wants a proper Italian dinner without Manhattan logistics.
Good to Know
Do I need a reservation? Weekends fill with regulars — book ahead; weeknights are usually walk-in friendly.
Is the pizza a full meal? Yes — pies work as mains, though splitting one alongside pasta is the local method.
Is it date-appropriate? Very — the fire-lit room does half the romantic work for you.
What about vegetarians? Easily handled: pizzas, pastas and salads offer plenty of meat-free ground.
Can I order takeout? Yes, pizza and the full menu travel well — though the oven-side atmosphere does not.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30–21:15 |
| Tuesday | 11:30–21:15 |
| Wednesday | 11:30–21:15 |
| Thursday | 11:30–21:15 |
| Friday | 11:30–22:15 |
| Saturday | 15:30–22:15 |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 19:21:47
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Authentic old school Italian restaurant that knows what it is and is proud of it. Has every Italian classic you can think of and it’s made with love and perfection (house made pasta). Service feels like you’re a guest in…
This restaurant is the perfect balance of refinement and comfort. It feels luxurious yet not intimidating — there's no dress code, so you can enjoy a nice evening without feeling either over- or underdressed. We booked a…
The food was tasty, the service good, the portions big. A family-run and well-rounded Italian restaurant that's well established in London. However, if you have a gluten allergy, this may not be the best place.
The photos I posted were taken during two different visits to this restaurant. Both times I was here, the experience was extraordinary. The flavours of each dish were incredible, the ingredients they use are quality, the…
The food is above average, I really liked the flavour. The servers were pleasant when talking to us. But as soon as they leave, they stop paying attention to us. I have just one complaint. We had to order coffee from thr…