ZipPicks Awards
Best Family Friendly Italian in Belmont & Fordham
Master Critic Review
Pasquale's Rigoletto
7.9
Pasquale's Rigoletto is a long-running red-sauce restaurant on Arthur Avenue with a slightly old-school dining room and big, shareable plates. Families lean on it for comfortable service, well-seasoned classics, and portions that make it easy to feed a mixed-age table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mozzarella in Carrozza, Ravioli with Pesto and Shrimp, Pollo e Gamberoni alla Francese
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Old-school Arthur Avenue stalwart with big platters suited to sprawling family dinners.
Who should go: Families wanting old-school Arthur Avenue style and portions.
When to visit: Evenings for relaxed dinners before or after market errands.
What to order: Mozzarella in carrozza, pesto shrimp ravioli, pollo francese.
Insider tip: Split antipasti and pastas family-style to sample more of the old-school menu.