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Original Italian TrattoriaSyosset’s Cafe TestarossaServing Long Island since 1988
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Cafe Testarossa

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Depends Upon Your Appetite

Scenes from the Table

A bottle of red, a bottle of white—depends upon your appetite tonight. From fresh pastas to timeless veal and seafood dishes, every plate tells a story at Cafe Testarossa. Here in Oyster Bay, just down the road from where a legendary performer grew up, we serve moments worth remembering—one delicious scene at a time. Photos by Ricky Robertson

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Guest Favorites

Real plates and pours from real evenings at Cafe Testarossa, photographed by the people who joined us. Tap any photo to open the gallery and swipe through.

Atmosphere & Celebrations

Tropical plants and umbrellas on the Cafe Testarossa patioCafe Testarossa patio at night under string lightsCherry blossom arrangement in the Cafe Testarossa dining roomBirthday note from the staff at Cafe Testarossa on a napkin with bruschetta

Antipasti, Salads & Pizza

Fresh garden salad with shaved cheese at Cafe TestarossaBurrata salad with arugula and greensBruschetta with a dish of olive oilBurrata with roasted vegetablesBaked stuffed clams at Cafe TestarossaFried calamari with marinara sauceBurrata with tomato on a white plateTomato and burrata caprese beside a wood-fired pizzaPizza topped with cherry tomatoes and pestoColorful seasonal salad at Cafe Testarossa

Handmade Pasta

Pasta shells with peas and vegetablesBlack linguine with calamari and seafoodSpaghetti with marinara sauce and fresh basilFettuccine in tomato sauce with arugulaFresh pasta with herbs and breadcrumbsRigatoni in a pink sauceRavioli in tomato sauce with basilPasta with pesto and cherry tomatoesLinguine with clamsRigatoni with meat sauce and a dollop of ricotta

Chef’s Entrées & Seafood

Rack of lamb with asparagus at Cafe TestarossaRack of lamb with asparagus and carrotsVeal chop with mushrooms and vegetables on a silver platterPan-seared fish with edible flowersStuffed chicken with mashed potatoesGolden cutlet with seasonal vegetables and flowersSeared fish with broccoli and carrotsBraised short rib over mashed potatoesStuffed chicken breast over greensCrab cakes with greensGrilled fish with zucchini and mashed potatoesSeared steak in a rich sauceStuffed chicken breast with spinach over sweet potato puréeSeafood platter with lobster and shrimpClams with grilled garlic breadStuffed chicken breast with sweet potato and an espresso martini

Desserts

Chocolate mousse cake with berry gelato and a chocolate martiniCrème brûlée dusted with powdered sugarCrème brûlée with fresh strawberriesWarm dessert with ice cream and an espresso martiniClassic tiramisu dusted with cocoaBurnt cheesecake with berry sauceChocolate dessert with gelatoCrème brûlée topped with ice creamWarm pastry with vanilla ice creamLayered dessert with whipped cream on a black plate

Cocktails & Wine

Espresso martini at Cafe TestarossaMartinis and a glass of red wine on the tableTwo glasses of red wine with bruschettaLemon cocktail with a coconut sugar rimPink grapefruit cocktailCocktail with a toasted coconut rimTwo old fashioned cocktails with orange peelCucumber and lime cooler

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Our Reviews

EXCELLENT Based on 382 reviewsGoogle
Joy F

We had a wonderful experience hosting a baby shower at Cafe Testarossa! From start to finish, everything was exceptional. Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was so sweet, organized, responsive, and helpful throughout the entire process. She always answered her phone and made everything feel seamless and stress-free. The food on the day of the event was outstanding, just as delicious as if you were dining there for a special dinner. The staff was attentive, professional, and always present to make sure everything ran smoothly. Cafe Testarossa is a fantastic venue for a special occasion, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. Thank you to Danielle and the entire team for helping make such a memorable day so special. Highly recommend!

Maureen M

Amazing spot!!

Milena C

Omg , it was the best experience ever!!! Great steak , great drinks and great service. I highly recommend the restaurant….

Terri J

Great, Great Food. Had the octopus appetizer and had the black linguine entree. Food and service were Fabulous.

Dina G

The food was amazing,it was our first time in the restaurant and we will be back.Debiie is so so swee!! Great customer service.

Meizhi S

Great food! 食物很美味😋

Robert b

You’ll truly enjoy the food and service.

Jack L

Cafe Testarossa has been a favorite place of mine for many years. Aside from their welcoming and pretty hostesses, the food is always fresh, authentic, and delicious. I love that there is always a printout of specials tucked each day inside their menu. Whether posted up at the bar where they make outstanding drinks/cocktails or table side in their lovely dining room, the atmosphere at Cafe Testarossa is always wonderful. Five stars all around!

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