I wanted to share an amazing restaurant my family took me to in Franklin Square called Il Cantone Cafe. After living in Naples, Italy, I've struggled to find truly authentic Italian food, but this place was fantastic! We ordered several appetizers, including calamari, mussels, baked clams, and artichoke hearts. We also had a margherita pizza appetizer that was devoured before I could snap a photo—so delicious! For my entrée, I chose the chicken marsala, which was perfectly cooked. My family also enjoyed chicken parmigiana, grilled salmon with vegetables, shrimp scampi, spaghetti and meatballs, and eggplant parmigiana. Everything was outstanding! We saved room for dessert, which was equally f...
I was extremely surprised with the great customer service, soon as you walk in it feels like you?re home, John the owner very pleasant man professional kind hearted, do you feel like you?ve known him 20 years, Jayda our waitress was fantastic, recommendations were spot on service was great, and she?s very pleasant, Everyone I came with the contact here was very friendly, The biggest surprise was how delicious and flavorful the food here is, it?s not just your typical Pizzeria they have a dining area and the food is just as good as Umberto?s, This place is very well run and it shows in how they treat their customers, I felt like a VIP , I will definitely be back, if you happen to be in the ar...
Eating is good. Customer service is PATHETIC! I ordered several times. Continuously, I can't give myself the right price I've always called back and told me that, then they told me when I ordered. Delivery is disgustingly long. I wait over an hour and a half twice and up to two hours another time. The women on the phone should be in the customer service they are evil and have no idea what they are doing. The food is so good that the cook works there, but overpriced. I ordered a duck and calzone and it was north of 50!! You have to do better. For 50 I can go to King Umbertos or Prince Umbertos and be treated with respect and eat just as well.
If you want a great meal that won't break the bank, in a local restaurant, this is the place. What looks like an upscale pizzaria also has a cozy restuarant with full bar service. The ever present owner, Joe, and his wife, Ana, have high standards for both food quality and cleanliness. The dishes, while inclusive of the standard Italian fare, include imaginative regional and homemade dishes that are out of the ordinary and delightful. Give this place a try and have a cocktail with Joe. He pours a mean, generous drink. Great food and drink...whats not to like!
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We waited over an hour for pizza, and when I approached the hostess (also owner) she rudely said do you know how many pizzas have been ordered, its lent and walked away. The waiter was the only one aware that a pizza shouldn 't take an hour. We waited another 15 minutes (now 70 minutes in total with kids), and told her we couldn’t wait any longer. She said ok . There was no apology or politeness. She was the rudest person I have ever met, and she owns the place, scary! I guess she doesn 't really want customers.
Il Cantone, located on Hempstead Turnpike in Franklin Square, NY, is undoubtedly one of the best pizzerias/restaurants on Long Island, if not the absolute best! The food here is simply outstanding, and the interior is beautifully decorated with cherry wood, granite, and tumbled marble. You can really sense the pride they take in the quality of both the food and the atmosphere. I highly recommend Il Cantone to anyone in search of genuinely delicious meals at incredibly reasonable prices.
This restaurant has got new owners. Apparently the same cook and food has no problems, but they got new owners and never got a new menu, their online menu has the old owners prices, I ordered food and the new price was literally double what their menu says, much too expensive and then I called back and said wait a minute like this the price and they went to tell me all the chicken dishes are lost 25 and the salad that I had just ordered was 20
The location isn't ideal since it's in Hempstead, which isn't the most favorable neighborhood, and parking can be quite challenging. There are also not many tables available; I haven't been there on a busy night yet, but I can imagine there might be a wait if you go during peak hours. Overall, I highly recommend Il Cantone Cafe if you're in the area and craving some delicious Italian cuisine!
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This restaurant serves some of the best soups in the area, made fresh to order and absolutely unbeatable. Although I have a restricted diet, the pizza looks delicious. The service is excellent, and the staff is very friendly.
Wow what a delight! I had the penne siciliana today with a glass of Pinot Grigio. Great portions I even had a touch for lunch tomorrow. Must try!
Spaghettis Et Boulettes De Viande
Pâtes Avec Boulettes De Viande Ou Saucisse
Whole Wheat Flat Bread Balsamico
Whole Wheat Flat Bread Paillard
Artichoke Hearts Oreganata (6)
Artichoke Hearts Francese (6)
Rollatini Aux Aubergines (2)
Maryland Style Crabcakes (2)
Poulet Grillé Au Balsamique
Tossed Salad (House Salad)
