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Alberto Forest Hills
Alberto has been a neighborhood institution for over 35 years.
Owners, Silvana & Roberto Chiappelloni, originally from Piacenza, Italy, have always believed that good food should not be outrageously expensive and that good wines are meant to be enjoyed. Alberto's menu offers spirited versions of home-cooked dishes from the Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy and Ligurian provinces.
Alberto's offers a welcoming and friendly atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door. The bar area is resplendent with an antique mahogany bar, fireplace and large open mahogany doors. Frosted glass and wrought iron chandeliers hang overhead. The souring oak-beamed ceiling is artfully enclosed by exposed brick walls, skylight and colorful artist-signed prints which provide warmth and a delightful sense of coziness.
While many NYC eateries have a reputation for highbrow dining, there remains a warm and familial culinary treasure in Forest Hills, Queens.
Come and join us at Alberto. Buon Appetito
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32 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 32 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(25)
- special occasion(16)
- good for groups(14)
- fit for foodies(12)
- romantic(11)
- notable wine list(5)
Alberto Forest Hills Reviews List
Review 1 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Italian food all the time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place. Have been going to Alberto for years. Food and service is always great."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a very enjoyable experience."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the hostess was very rude to us. our experience was unpleasant because of her attitude which continued even after we were sat at our table."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 4 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Alberto's of Forest Hills
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great,restaurant is nice,had a little wait for main course due to slow cooking of the Osso Bucca (waiter recommendation) which was worth the wait. Had a skunk beer (over a year old) but was exchanged with no problem.
Others with me loved everything about Alberto's. would highly recommend."
Others with me loved everything about Alberto's. would highly recommend."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Italian in Forest Hills
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent in every way. Wonderful food, impeccable service. Will be back there shortly"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
FAVORITE SPOT IN QUEENS
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although there is no parking, the street parking usually is not difficult. My family and I enjoy going here regularly. Silvana the owner is absolutely wonderful. She is hands on and very helpful with what dinner to order and what wine to pair it with. The specials on a daily basis are always delicious and expansive. The service is wonderful. Every server helps eachother out and it makes for a very enjoyable dining experience. I reccomend this place to everyone I know. It is surely a gem in Queens. I keep going back! They even make me penne alla Vodka although it is not on the menu and it is delicious! The Zabaglione dessert is absolutely delightful. I love this place!!!!!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my favorite Italian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my favorite Italian restaurants in queens"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been coming to Alberto
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been coming to Alberto for over twenty years. When we come here we know it is going to be an excellent dining experience. Consistently great food and service"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Albertos is the best.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been going to Alberto's for over 20 years. It is the best. Food is always great. The "Tortelli Alberto" is my favorite dish. Silvana is a wonderful host and works hard to make sure you are happy."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best meals ever.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best meals ever. There were four of us. We got the beet salad, fried calimari, and crab cakes....mmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Dinner was special pasta, filet mignon, branzino and Alberto's tortolini...again mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Strawberries w/sabayon, and pastries were amazing. Not cheap but worth every penny!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my all time favorites.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my all time favorites. Classy without being pretentious. I've never had less than a great experience there. First rate food."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Alberto Forest Hills
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good All-Around Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I found dining at Alberto to be overall a good experience. First, I foundthat the service was very good, and that multiple people are waiting on you from start to finish. I did find it took a bit long to get the check once things got busier towards the end of the night. Despite this, the owners/managers actively circulating the dining room and engaging people in conversation was a sign that hospitality is a priority.
The highlight of the place was the food. I ordered a lasagna, and although the price was above average, it was made with fresh pasta, and was delicious. The food is fresh and well prepared overall. Alberto sets itself apart from the other multiple Italian options in Forest Hills, and most are second-rate in comparison"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Alberto Forest Hills
Based on the average of (20) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic