Cara Mia Restaurant

The food was delicious 😋. Waiters were top notch. Food and service was fast. They allowed us to hangout and enjoy each other's company. Mississippi mud pie i suggest for dessert.

11/22/25 first time at the restaurant and was my husband’s birthday. He was wowed with the service, atmosphere, efficiency , attentiveness of our servers (sorry the name escapes me😬) and our meals. He says he would definitely return with guests/ family. Thank you.

Awesome food and lovely ambiance. Laurie and bus boy Randy we’re great

Kathy and I were early for 3pm meet with friends so we had a drink at bar. Haley (ph) behind the bar was so nice. No forced conversation, as we have in most bars. Very comfortable and enjoyable. SJU in common. Meals at the table were excellent and everyone put up with our loud voices (lol). Expresso Martini to top it off was soo good. (OK, you get it, Haley is adorable, wish I was back in graduate school)

Oh my God why don't I live down the street from this restaurant. Because I'd be 400 lb! This is an old school Italian restaurant. Reminded me of the food I grew up with. Staff is fantastic. And the food is lovely. Good for families, couples, large groups or small. I schleped all of our leftovers back to Seattle the next day. YUMMY!

My wife and I had a great experience here. The food, service and atmosphere were phenomenal.

First time here. Really nice looking restaurant. Staff was friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. Food was really good. Huge portions, you definitely get your money's worth. Will definitely be back again.

The food was incredible, everything tasted homemade in the best way! Portions are huge that the prices are well worth it!

Came here over the weekend to celebrate a friends birthday. There were 8 of us and we ordered drinks, apps, entrees and dessert and all of it was perfection. The bread basket was fresh and amazing, the coconut martini was insane (I could have ordered multiple because they were so delicious but they were strong so I only had 1), The calamari was also incredibly fresh and delicious, the spicy vodka cavatelli with burrata was unbelievable (definitely spicy which I was happy about), and the peanut butter cake slice was a perfect ending to the meal. Service was on point all night. The staff is on top of everything and also incredibly nice and ready to offer recommendations. The restaurant was packed the entire time we were there (2+ hours on a saturday night) for good reason. Everyone in the restaurant looked happy. The restaurant was also beautiful and one side had a beautiful bar and additional seating and the main dining room was spacious and had tons of seating. Unfortunately I forgot to take pictures of my food because there was a lot going on- but I promise you will enjoy yourself if you go here for dinner. I can't wait to go back!

Cara Mia is one of those comforting neighborhood Italian restaurants that feels inviting the moment you walk in -- especially with the warm fireplace setting the tone. Cozy, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed dinner. The portions are generous (great for sharing or leftovers), and the pasta is always flavorful, with rich sauces and that perfect al dente bite. What stood out: * Generous portions with bold, delicious flavors * Pasta dishes that taste fresh and homemade * Warm fireplace atmosphere that makes the space feel extra cozy * ‍‍‍ Great for families or a casual date night * Pro tip: Better get reservations -- it's always packed Cara Mia delivers comfort, big flavors, and a cozy fireplace vibe. A neighborhood favorite for a reason -- and absolutely worth planning ahead for.

From the bread basket to the desserts everything is DELICIOUS. The portions are large and there's plenty of parking too

This location lives up to their stellar reputation of their previous location on hillside. A lot of the staff remains the same so the welcoming feel remains the same. If you are in the mood for Italian and are in the area definitely stop! Many restaurants loose the flavor when they relocate from their original location. This is definitely not the case! Food is still top notch!

Small family owned and operated local place with delicious food that tastes homemade. More than ample portions. The vibe is energetic. Parking can be an issue in the back lot. Service is mixed, usually very attentive . Worth a visit .

This is such a solid place. The atmosphere is very cozy and the staff are all on point. The food is very good. We (3 of us) shared the calamari as an appetizer. It was very good. I got this delicious stuffed pork chop in a marsala sauce. It was very tender. My friends got the chicken franchise and some other chicken dish. they liked it a lot. We got some cappuccino's and a tartufo for dessert to share.

I've never gotten anything but the calamari here but I will say- it is absolutely delicious. It is not deeply fried but still crispy while being lightly battered- basically, just right. They also serve the marinara sauce hot here versus cold which I think compliments it better. All in all, I will return to try other items at Cara Mia- I just hope it's as good as the calamari haha.

Really good service here they are very attentive. Nice atmosphere with white table linens - perfect for a date night. Good drinks - I had one of their special drinks with prosecco and orange juice tasted like a mimosa. I ordered gnocchi and told them to use pesto sauce in it - it wasn't on the menu but they were able to accomodate me - the portion was huge and served in a beautiful scooped plate/bowl. My husband's salad looked amazing and had really good and generously portioned provolone cheese cut up in long cubes inside it. Drinks are on the pricey sideGive this place a try!

Came here in a Tuesday night with my friend and my brother. Got seated right away. The restaurant eventually filled up compellingly which was a good sign of how great this place is. Staff was very friendly and checked in on us constantly. Iliked the look of the restaurant, - very cozy. We shared the Fried Calamari which was really good. I liked how they had Eggplant Rolatini (one of my favs) as an Appetozer even though we didn't order it. My friend ordered Sergio's Reserve Pork Chops and my brother had the Pork Chop Voldostano, both of which they loved. I still definately be back. My friend came back twice more since then with his family.

10/10/24. Last minute plants to dine at one of my favorite Italian places. Ordered the shrimp parm (with a side of penne bolognese), and zuppa de pesce. These dishes are my favorites, and were wonderful! My only one pet peeve is being asked if I am done, while I am still eating, but other than that Jordan and Thomas were great. Plus the music was great, all 80's/90's, ha. Highly recommend this family owned restaurant.

Everything was wonderful! The food and service all exceptional. Had calamari, salmon and a mushroom ravioli, all delicious. We will be back.

Food , ambiance amazing . The staff is attentive & professional. I have one question, why does the owner, chef , manager who ever he is ....have to prowl the dining area ? With an apron on just standing and watching, rather uncomfortable. It is not a large place which makes it so obvious, just odd.

Stopped in today and split a Ceasar and the entree Sunday sauce!! Short rib, pasta, meatball and sausage. Easily one of their best entrees....highly recommend!!

Valentine's Day lunch with a special menu and beautiful heartfelt touches. Another visit welcoming Spring and fine food, joyful service and ambiance!

Delicious food with attentive service. Beautiful decorations for the holidays. The chicken parmigiana served tableside is a treat with three options for sauce.

Cara Mia is Soo good their bread and meat was excellent the waiters are so nice also They have amazing lighting and it looks great inside they also have an excellent restaurant look

You really can't go wrong with Cara Mia. The taste did change a bit since they moved. But it's still some good food. And the staff is always nice and accommodating

This is our favorite restaurant, they use to be a few blocks from us but moved. And we followed! I have to say this place never disappointed us. The food was even better this time! I love their fettuccine Alfredo, it has always been the best I have! This time it was even more delicious it was an 11/10. Yes it was so perfect! Right amount of cream and packed with flavor! I was beyond impressed! We love their chicken francaise and it was amazing this time around! Come with an empty stomach because their servings are not small, well worth the price. The new decor has a modern/ romantic feel. This is great for dates, family dinners, and special events. This one is larger than the last one. They definitely upgraded! And the best part is they kept their servers! They are all still there!! And just as attentive and kind as ever! We love you Cara Mia!

My family and I had dinner at Cara Mia in Floral Park. We were a party of 6, had red sangria, We ordered Caesar Salad which was so good. My grandson told me it was the best Caesar Salad he ever ate!! The fried Calamari was delicious so tender, cooked to perfection. Mozzarella sticks were also delicious. Spaghetti and meatballs were so good. The chicken Parmigiana was cooked to perfection. The veal Melissa was exceptional. The pasta and broccoli was excellent. We also had a shrimp dish which was out of this world. For desserts, we had 7 layer cheesecake, chocolate lava cakes, and a tartufo. Everything was delicious. We will definitely be back real soon. The owner is always walking around asking if you need anything. The waiters are extremely helpful. Such a pleasant evening. I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed, that's for sure.

We get takeout frequently. Best Caesar salad that I can think of in the area if you like creamy, salty, cheesy so good. The large Pazzo salad with grilled chicken is huge and delicious. Really can eat for several meals. Lots of grilled vegetables, cheese and grilled chicken. Very good eggplant rollatini, meatballs, lasagna, shrimp monachino, penne bolognese and shrimp alla cara mia. Everything spot on.

Great place for family gatherings. Food was bountiful and delicious. Pumpkin beer was surprisingly good with salted rim. Welcoming, warm, and caring staff. Ambience - relaxing and enjoyable.

I have been going to Cara Mia since it was on hillside back in the early 2000s. This place never fails with amazing food and service!! I rarely crave salads but everytime I come I order the pazzo salad which is an amazing medly of grilled veggies and salad. I opt for no provolone because it's a little strong for my taste. I love the oreganato dishes but always have something different because they always have different specials that have been amazing. Today in particular we had the shortrib pappardelle. If it happens to be on the specials when you come, get it!!! The cocktails are also delicious!!

I've been to this Floral Park location countless times since it opened and each time it's been consistently good. The hostesses are friendly and the wait staff attentive. The food portions are generous and tasty. The space is on the smaller side and it gets crowded very easily. There's a bar but it's usually packed. Bring your appetite but be prepared to wait. It's worth it.

The service was exceptional. Very kind Waiter staff attentive and polite. They were helpful with recommendations. My first time eating there it was very busy on a Friday . I came once before w/o a reservation the wait was long so didn't opt to stay. -Meatballs appetizer were good size and flavor. -my Linguine Calamari Fra Diablo was exceptional. The marinara was superb with right amount of balance in the spice. The Calamari were plentiful with great texture . Again the sauce had a bit of chunk not sweet very good!!

My daughter treated myself for my 74th Birthday with my grandson and husband and the food was delicious, the waiter service was perfect and the cozy well interior decorated restaurant was quaint and cozy just like Italians are known for great food, respect and service. My personal comments to the owner and staff and please stay in Floral Park, NY for many years.

Went there 2 weeks in a row. Everything was amazing. Baked clams, broccoli rabe, calamari fra Diavolo was the best I've had. Chicken with cherry peppers special was great. Chicken Casa Mia was great. Service was amazing especially James. Ambience was nice and cozy in the small room. They also have a larger room.

First time here today. Food and service was great. Generous portions. Veal was tender and cooked perfect. Each dish had very nice sauces and flavor. Same for the Chicken dish. Calamari and Baked Clams were delicious. Will be going back.

spicy A la Vodka.......DELISHHHHH!! GREAT LITTLE PLACE!!! Yummy cocktails & entrees! We will definitely be visiting again!!

Came here for my monthly family dinner (all 21 of us) and it didn't disappoint. Being a large group, we opted for a limited menu and everything we got was delicious and fresh. From the baked clam appetizers to the chicken parm, nothing bad could be said. The wait staff was friendly and constantly checking up on us to see how everything was. For such a large group, they were on their A-game in terms of service. The restaurant is super nice and is both great for families and couples. This is a great place and I highly recommend if you're looking for top tier Italian food.

Food was delicious, but it was very noisy as we were seated near the bar. It was very busy and they do not take reservations for parties less than six.

I love going to places What I look for is all the qualities that will prompt me to return & keep my inclination enthused. Cara Mia has the vibe & orientation to curate your dining experience accordingly to your taste. Tonight was my first time here so I'll be back!

Cara Mia was fantastic! A nice quiet Italian restaurant, with a cozy atmosphere. I had the chicken park and it was great. I also tried the spaghetti and meatballs and it was delicious! Can't forget about dessert though. As great as the meal was, the rainbow cookie cheesecake was out of this world. It's definitely worth saving some room for. The service as great as well. Definitely towards the top of my list for best Italian restaurants. I will definitely be back!

Very good Italian restaurant, the wait staff was very attentive and made sure we were comfortable. They kept checking in on us. We were able to just walk in at 6pm on a weekday, I'm sure they're very busy on the weekends and that would not be the case. The ambiance is quiet, nice old school decor. The food is plentiful, don't fill up on the bread. The lava cake was delicious and so was the lasagna.

Huge portions. Every thing we ate was delicious. Best fried calamari .Eggplant Rollatini was average. Unfortunately they do not take reservations for less than 6 people.

Zero stars for absolutely terrible service. Horrible staff. They are way over rated. The bartenders have no class

So today's is Valentines Day and I make my way to Cara Mia with my lady. Low and behold an HOUR and a half wait because there are people with reservations. I ask the hostess "why is it when I called to make reservation for Valentines Day, I was told only a table of six or more people are allowed for said reservation? Which she proceeds to tell me "Oh no we do couple reservations on Valentines Day! WTH?? Night almost ruined, I was beyond pissed a waste of time and gas. Thank God for VIAGGIOS in RVC they made night memorable and had my wife smiling for ear to ear. Just to show I'm not TROLLING I included picture of phone call I made to ensure reservation. You guys lost a good customer, MAKE IT RIGHT! For now anybody who asks I'll tell them to steer clear. Today 2-14-24

We came here after deciding we've had enough of the diner. The restaurant is literally packed so we have to wait ten minutes. We're shown to a great table in the back. I'm hooked on ordering the minestrone soup. My friend decides no, but I know she'll be wanting some! Ha ha ! It's Friday so I stick with the cheese ravioli my guest goes with the manicotti We also order a nice bottle of montepulciano The wine is just right. The pastas are just delicious. The tomato sauce very, very tasty. I end with an espresso. This may very well become our go to Italian place in town. BRAVO!

Great, local Italian place feels like home. Service was great friendly. Food was fabulous. First time here and definitely would come back again.

Best food ever!! The sunday sauce, meatballs and gnocchi. Home made pasta is amazing. Bread and butter was hot and freash. The eggplant is Wow! Place is so clean and friendly. The staff was so attentive.

Great food, portions, service, location western Nassau perfect for those of us working in Queens and living in Western Nassau

In an era in which nothing is as good as it used to be, tonight we experienced the rare exception Cara Mia! Terrific service, food, ambiance. The room is lively yet quieter. You can actually enjoy the conversation of your table.

The food here is great. We started with the half dozen baked clams. The sauce in it was delicious. Great to dip your bread in. I ordered the calamari Fra Diablo. It was a big portion. The sauce was medium spicy. The food was great. The service was good. I would definitely recommend it for great Italian food.

Went for lunch with 3 friends... The 4 of us like to dine by sharing appys-the staff got into it right away and understood how we lunch Suggestions came and as well as support for our choices... The mussels were the best I have ever had... All open, plump and inserted garlic residing within their shells The Nonna 's meatballs are divine and big enough to cut 4 ways Eggplant rollatini, clams and calamari and rounded out our choices The waiters even pulled out another table and added it to our feast so that we could maneuver our passing and dispatch dishes The wine chimed in and enhanced the meal... The cozy rustic decor and black tablecloths and napkins worked. Who wants sauce stains marring white tablecloths? Brilliant idea! Recommend highly No resos at lunch

The food was better this time around. Ambience remains the same, and unfortunately the main dinning room is still very loud. I really think they should look into some type of ceiling tile treatment that would dampen the noise level. Next time I'll try to get a table by the fireplace. Wait time for seating was about 40 minutes, as they do not take reservations. The review is now 3.5 stars!

The food was excellent as always. I still miss the original location because it was more intimate but they now have so much more room. With that I would recommend avoiding the busiest times as my wait time was 45 minutes but it was well worth it. My friend and I loved the apps, dinner and dessert. The drinks were great too.

Best Eggplant Rollatini ..ever Cavatelli Burrata with spicy vodka sauce Rainbow Cookie Tini..no words ..absolutely a MUST Desserts..just average They need to spruce up desserts to match food and drinks

We have eaten here many times The food has consistently been good we especially like the chopped clams and the chicken,Cara Mia shrimp monachina, shrimp parm, penne ala vodka, and gnocchi bolognese. Service is consistently good. Ambience is warm and inviting. also, the bread is quite good.

Food was wonderful and plentiful atmosphere, and there is lovely, especially if you're in the room where the bar is it's much smaller and not quite as boisterous. Service is good and attentive and I would definitely go back

Went to Cara Mia again as I usually do on occasion.....Their food never disapoints......I had the combonation chicken and shrimp francaise......Very good meal with penne butter sauce on the side......Their pasta portions are the best around.......If you want a great meal at a reasonable price Check this place out