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Italian restaurant in Brooklyn, New York
What should I order at L&B Spumoni Gardens?
What to order
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Sicilian Pizza
Most frequently praised as the restaurant’s signature item, with reviews highlighting its crispy or golden bottom, thick airy crust, rich sweet tomato sauce, and cheese underneath the sauce.
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Spumoni
Repeatedly recommended as the must-try dessert, described as creamy, refreshing, rich, and the perfect finish to the meal.
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Baked Clams
Mentioned multiple times as a standout appetizer, praised for being fresh, perfectly seasoned, and especially delicious.
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Chicken Parm
Recommended for being soft, delicious, and consistently phenomenal, with several reviews calling it a memorable entree.
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Bolognese Sauce
Highlighted for its rich, savory flavor and described by one reviewer as the best they’ve ever tasted.
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Grandma Pizza
Specifically recommended by a reviewer who said the pizza was delicious and would recommend this style.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
About L&B Spumoni Gardens
Sicilian square pizza & ice cream from an old-school Italian counter that opened in 1939.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is L&B Spumoni Gardens known for?
It is best known for Sicilian square pizza, especially the square slice with a thick, pillowy crust, mozzarella underneath, and sweet tomato sauce on top. Reviewers also consistently call out the spumoni as a must-have dessert, often describing it as creamy and refreshing.
What dishes are most recommended at L&B Spumoni Gardens?
The most recommended items are the Sicilian square slice, a full square pie, and the homemade spumoni. Reviewers also mention baked clams, Italian ices, and chicken franchise as standouts, with the pizza and dessert getting the most repeated praise.
What is the atmosphere like at L&B Spumoni Gardens?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, historic, and lively, with outdoor seating that gives it a classic Brooklyn feel. Reviews describe it as family-friendly and good for groups, while the counter-service setup and fast service also make it workable for solo diners.
Is L&B Spumoni Gardens good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the food is affordable for the quality, and the listed price range is $10 to $30. People often describe the pizza and desserts as worth the trip, especially for a Brooklyn classic that delivers generous square slices and a memorable spumoni finish.
How busy does L&B Spumoni Gardens get, and when is the best time to go?
It usually has a wait, and reviews note that it can be packed around dinner time, even on a Sunday evening. If you want a smoother visit, going earlier or being ready to wait is the safest bet, especially if you want outdoor seating or a full tray of square slices.
Is parking available at L&B Spumoni Gardens?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does L&B Spumoni Gardens have vegetarian options?
Yes, L&B Spumoni Gardens offers vegetarian options.
Is L&B Spumoni Gardens kid-friendly?
Yes, L&B Spumoni Gardens is good for kids.
