5 Best Italian Restaurants in Sheepshead Bay, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in Sheepshead Bay, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five Italian restaurants in and around Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, for anyone choosing between a sit-down dinner, a pizza slice or a quick delivery order. We looked at the six businesses listed under the Google category Italian restaurant and ranked them by Google rating, weighted by how many people left a review. Each entry covers opening hours, address and what reviewers mention, so check the closed days before you go.
#1
The Bay Café
★ 4.7 (913 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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The Bay Café is at 2 Neptune Ave and is closed on Fridays, with most other days running from 11 am to 9:45 pm. Reviewers mention a classy atmosphere, large portions, Mediterranean music and fast, knowledgeable servers, plus breakfast with foamy hot chocolate. Indoor and outdoor seating are both available. Google lists cocktails, great dessert, full wheelchair access, and notes that it is women-owned.
Best for: Relaxed sit-down meals
- Address
- 2 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 11 am–9:45 pm; Sat 7–11 pm; Sun 10 am–9:45 pm; Thu 11 am–9:45 pm; Tue 11 am–9:45 pm; Wed 11 am–9:45 pm
#2
L&B Spumoni Gardens
★ 4.6 (11,581 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$10–30 per person
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L&B Spumoni Gardens is at 2725 86th St, open daily from 11 am to 11:30 pm. Reviewers mention classic Sicilian square slices with crispy crust and rich sauce, pasta with clams, veal parm and very large portions. Some eat their slice at the outdoor tables rather than the indoor dining room. Google lists great dessert, a private dining room, late-night food and wine.
Best for: Sicilian slices outdoors
- Address
- 2725 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11223, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–11:30 pm
#3
Patrizia's Of Sheepshead Bay
★ 4.4 (1,000 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$30–90 per person
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Patrizia's Of Sheepshead Bay is at 1901 Emmons Ave, closed on Mondays and open until 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention family-style dining, steak with mashed potatoes, cannoli, generous portions, valet parking and an on-site photographer. Several describe it as a good choice for group nights out, though one notes it is not the cheapest option. Google lists a great wine list and cocktails.
Best for: Family-style group dinners
- Address
- 1901 Emmons Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 12–9 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#4
Surf City Pizzeria 2
★ 4.8 (38 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Surf City Pizzeria 2 is a newer pizzeria at 2301 65th St, open 11:30 am to 10 pm and closed on Mondays. Reviewers mention large pizzas, a wide range of pies and pastas, a clean space and fair prices, along with friendly counter staff. One reviewer found the fries greasy on a delivery order. Google lists counter service, catering, brunch and a family-friendly setting.
Best for: Casual pizza and pasta
- Address
- 2301 65th St, Brooklyn, NY 11204, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11:30 am–10 pm; Sun 11:30 am–10 pm; Thu 11:30 am–10 pm; Tue 11:30 am–10 pm; Wed 11:30 am–10 pm
#5
Sofia Pizza
★ 4.3 (213 Google reviews)Italian restaurant
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Sofia Pizza is a neighbourhood pizzeria at 2580 Coney Island Ave, open daily with shorter hours on Sundays. Reviewers mention plain cheese and vegetable pizza, mozzarella sticks, chicken tenders that picky children like, and quick, carefully packed delivery. One reviewer notes a burnt pizza base on an order. Google lists curbside pickup, counter service, catering and a quiet setting suited to groups.
Best for: Local pizza delivery
- Address
- 2580 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11223, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 12:30–9:30 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Sheepshead Bay, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Italian restaurant”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- The Bay Café and Patrizia's Of Sheepshead Bay take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, The Bay Café opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
The Bay Café ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 913 reviews. L&B Spumoni Gardens is second at 4.6 from 11,581 reviews.
Which restaurants in Sheepshead Bay, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is L&B Spumoni Gardens, at 11:30 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: L&B Spumoni Gardens $10–30; Patrizia's Of Sheepshead Bay $30–90; Surf City Pizzeria 2 $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Bay Café, L&B Spumoni Gardens and Surf City Pizzeria 2.
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