What should I order at Don Peppe?
Don Peppe
Baked Clams
Frequently praised as the best baked clams ever tasted, mentioned multiple times as a must-order dish due to their amazing flavor and quality.
Linguine with White Clam Sauce
Highly recommended for its flavorful and delicious taste, repeatedly mentioned as a standout pasta dish that pairs perfectly with the clams.
Veal Don Peppe
Noted for being tender and flavorful, often described as phenomenal or unbelievable, with great accompaniments like bruschetta on top.
Chicken Dishes (including Butter and Lemon Chicken, Chicken Parmigiana, Chicken Scarpariello)
Consistently mentioned as tender, flavorful, and excellent, making them a popular choice alongside the seafood and veal dishes.
Rigatoni
Described as 'insane' and delicious, it's a popular pasta choice that complements the restaurant's Italian family-style menu.
Shrimp Luciano
Praised for its amazing flavor, it is another seafood pasta option that guests highly enjoy.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 7:30 PM |
About Don Peppe
Italian classics like linguini & clam sauce are served at this cash-only Ozone Park institution.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Cash-only
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Don Peppe known for?
Don Peppe is best known for baked clams and linguine with white clam sauce, which reviewers repeatedly call standout dishes. The restaurant is also praised for generous family-style portions and a strong house red wine selection.
What dishes are most recommended at Don Peppe?
The most frequently recommended items include baked clams, linguine with white clam sauce, Veal Don Peppe, chicken scarpariello, and shrimp luciano. Reviewers also mention rigatoni with sausage and broccoli rabe, stuffed mushrooms, veal parmigiana, and tiramisu as reliable picks.
What is the atmosphere like at Don Peppe?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, historic, and lively, with one large dining room and a noisy, happy feel. It works well for families, groups, and celebrations, especially when people want a sit-down family-style meal with table service.
Is Don Peppe good value, and what is the price range?
Don Peppe is on the expensive side at $100+, but reviewers say the portions are enormous and often large enough to share between two or three people. The value comes from the quality, the family-style service, and dishes like baked clams, veal, and pasta that many guests feel are worth the cost.
Do you usually need to wait for a table at Don Peppe?
Yes, the restaurant is noted for usually having a wait, and some reviewers mention lines out the door on weekends. A Tuesday evening visit got seated right away, so off-peak times can be easier.
Is parking available at Don Peppe?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking is available.
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