Pomodorino Rosso - Valley Stream

We were struggling to find an outdoor spot for 4 on a Saturday night. Luckily we gave this local spot a try. The outdoor seating behind the restaurant is plentiful and much cuter than expected, with solid red tables and hanging plants. The Saturday night music was loud enough to enjoy but still hold a conversation (and pleased our guests from ages 6 to 76 . Barbie welcomed us on the back patio with good vibes and our server Miguel helped me choose a great cocktail (I enjoyed the spicy tequila passion fruit drink while my partner liked his limoncello cocktail . We ordered some classic foods family style and the Margherita pizza really delivered, as did the broccoli rabe. Wait staff kept the dishes moving and Miguel even helped keep my kid entertained by offering a pen so she could draw : Other tables had families and younger people on romantic dates, a good mix of ages, and lots were enjoying the sangria. Salads that came out were presented really nicely. Our fam had a great and low-stress evening out.

The food at this restaurant is exceptional, especially the Pizza. It's one of the best in the area.

I was there to celebrate a birthday with family and friends, so I was able to taste their veal, chicken franchise, and salmon. They are all delicious!

The service at the restaurant was quick and polite. However, I was disappointed by discrepancies between the menu and the actual dishes served. Despite bringing this up with the server, no solution was offered. Additionally, I found some of the main dishes to be expensive and the flavors not as vibrant as before COVID-19.

Served warm water we had to ask for ice. Isn't it common sense to serve cold water? Ice could have helped. Bread was semi stale and some blan no taste white dip was served with it. Portions were tiny. $25 per dish was overpriced for tiny plates. Bolognese had hardly no meat. Sausage brocolli rabe and cavatelle was blan and not good. Staff seemed rude and not really wanting to be there. Decor was confusing atmosphere was strange. I would not recommend. Save yourself the trip and money.