Best Group Dining Restaurants in Belmont
31 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Trattoria Zero Otto Nove
Neapolitan trattoria with villa-style dining room and wood-fired pizzas.
Notable Picks
8.8
Trattoria Zero Otto Nove brings a Salerno-style trattoria to Arthur Avenue with a villa-like dining room, wood-fired pizzas, and Southern Italian pastas. Couples use it for date nights when they want dramatic lighting, brick arches, and food that feels geared toward lingering over a bottle of wine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta al Forno, La Riccardo pizza, Insalata di Mare
What Makes it Special: Neapolitan trattoria with villa-style dining room and wood-fired pizzas.
8.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Teriyaki One Japanese Grill sits right off Fordham Road serving build-your-own teriyaki plates, poke bowls, and a full slate of sushi rolls at student-friendly prices. It’s the go-to when you want fast, customizable Japanese comfort that still lands well above typical takeout quality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dynamite Roll, Eel Poke Bowl, Salmon Avocado Roll
What Makes it Special: High-volume Japanese grill where teriyaki plates and sushi rolls move fast.
8.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
A few blocks off Arthur Avenue, Antonio’s Trattoria has been drawing steady crowds since the late 2000s with a long menu of red-sauce Italian and a strong focus on fresh pastas and lasagna di casa. It feels more like a busy neighborhood dining room than a destination temple, which is exactly why locals return weekly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna di Casa, Chicken Parmigiana, Gnocchi Bolognese
What Makes it Special: Bustling neighborhood trattoria where Nonna-style pastas headline a huge menu.
#4
Çka Ka Qëllu
8.7
Çka Ka Qëllu is a destination for Albanian and broader Balkan home cooking in Belmont, with a wood-beamed dining room that feels closer to a farmhouse than a city restaurant. It draws diners for slow-cooked tavë dishes, mixed grills, and dairy-rich comfort plates that bridge Mediterranean flavors with distinctly Albanian traditions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kacamak tava, Mixed grill platter, Mantia in yogurt sauce
What Makes it Special: Albanian-focused tavern spotlighting slow-cooked Balkan comfort dishes in a rustic setting.
8.6
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Estrella Azteca on Arthur Avenue serves a broad, regional Mexican menu, from cochinita pibil to molcajetes loaded with grilled meats and cactus. It’s where neighborhood families and groups go for sit-down plates, big portions, and classic margaritas in the heart of Bronx Little Italy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Molcajete Estrellita, Cochinita pibil, Enchiladas suizas
What Makes it Special: Large-format platters and regional specialties in a lively, family-friendly room.
8.6
Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue is a family-owned Italian spot opened in 2005 that leans into generous Southern Italian plates, house pastas, and a full wine list in the center of Bronx Little Italy. Locals use it for big family meals and celebratory dinners where sausage-and-broccoli rabe pastas, chicken parm, and baked specialties dominate the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe, Pasta al Forno, Chicken Parmigiana
What Makes it Special: Crowd-pleasing Arthur Avenue classic with big portions and house pastas.
8.5
Ajo y Oregano turns a Belmont side street into a Dominican-country feast, with platters of roast pork, stews, and mofongo coming out of a colorful, homey dining room. Since opening in 2017, it’s become a go-to for families and groups craving hearty Dominican and broader Spanish-Caribbean comfort food near Arthur Avenue.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mofongo de queso frito y longaniza, Mangú tres golpes breakfast, Pernil with moro and pastelón
What Makes it Special: Lively Dominican spot where giant mofongos and pernil anchor the table.
#8
Avenue Gyro
8.4
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Avenue Gyro is a busy Arthur Avenue counter specializing in Greek-style gyros, platters, and salads that travel well for takeout and delivery. High order volume and steady ratings make it a reliable move for quick Mediterranean plates in the heart of Belmont.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken gyro sandwich, Pork gyro platter, Falafel platter
What Makes it Special: High-volume gyro shop serving Greek-style wraps and platters at budget-friendly prices.
#9
Mike's Deli
8.4
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Hidden Gems Heaven
Inside the Arthur Avenue Retail Market, Mike’s Deli is a classic Italian counter turning out hefty sandwiches, hot pasta plates, and cured meats by the pound. Portions are generous enough to share, so even though individual dishes can creep above $15, the per-person cost stays friendly for how much food you get.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni Alla Isabella, Rigatoni Melanzana, Farfalle Con Funghi
What Makes it Special: A bustling Arthur Avenue market deli known for enormous Italian heroes and pasta plates that can easily serve two people.
8.4
Mamasushi Little Italy brings the group’s Latin-Asian sushi style to Belmont, loading oversized specialty rolls with plantains, sauces, and surf-and-turf touches. It draws neighborhood dates and groups who want a louder, cocktail-friendly scene rather than a traditional sushi bar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Richie Ricardo Roll, El Boulevard Roll, Sushi Tray Pa Lo Tigere
What Makes it Special: Latin-leaning sushi house known for flamboyant specialty rolls and a party-forward room.
#11
Cakor Restaurant
8.3
Cakor blends Albanian, Mediterranean, and Italian plates in a narrow Belmont dining room where grilled meats and seafood are the main draw. Guests use it as a neighborhood spot for mixed grills, whole fish, and hearty pastas at prices that stay reasonable for sit-down service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed grill platter, Grilled branzino, Stuffed peppers
What Makes it Special: Small Albanian-run spot where grilled meats and fish anchor a Mediterranean-leaning menu.
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Mario's is one of Arthur Avenue’s most historic Italian dining rooms, serving substantial lasagna and other red-sauce standards in a setting that feels built for big family meals. Guests choose it when they want old-school service, generous plates, and a classic Bronx Little Italy experience more than cutting-edge cuisine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade Lasagna, Chicken Parmigiana with Pasta, Eggplant Parmigiana
What Makes it Special: Long-running Arthur Avenue dining room where lasagna shares space with classic Italian-American plates.
8.3
Taqueria Emilio 2 is a busy Mexican spot on East 187th where taco platters, fajitas, and family-style trays keep the dining room and delivery queue moving. Its long taco list, late hours, and reliable execution make it a go-to when you want classic street-style tacos with plenty of meat options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pollo Taco, Bistec Taco, Al Pastor Taco
What Makes it Special: Crowd-pleasing taqueria with a deep taco lineup and family trays.
San Gennaro Trattoria Restaurant Bar is a cozy Arthur Avenue Italian spot that goes unusually deep on gluten-free, with a dedicated celiac-safe menu covering pizza, pasta, and classic mains. Regulars come specifically for the gluten-free options, which are cooked separately and feel more like a full parallel menu than a token accommodation.
Must-Try Dishes:
San Gennaro Antipasto, Penne Vodka with Shrimp, Pollo San Gennaro
What Makes it Special: Arthur Avenue Italian with a rare, truly robust gluten-free menu.
#15
Mezza Luna Pizza
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Mezza Luna Pizza is a long-running Arthur Avenue slice institution turning out thin-crust pies, Sicilian squares, and calzones from a compact, always-busy counter. Locals and visitors lean on it for quick slices between errands in Bronx Little Italy and reliable whole pies for casual gatherings.
Must-Try Dishes:
LG Margherita, Grandma Square, LG Buffalo Chicken
What Makes it Special: Classic Arthur Avenue slice shop serving both thin pies and Sicilian squares.
8.1
Los Girasoles is a full-service Mexican restaurant near Fordham that balances everyday tacos with larger plates, margaritas, and occasional live music. It works when you want tacos alongside shareable appetizers and drinks in a sit-down setting rather than a grab-and-go counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos, Sopa verde, Burritos
What Makes it Special: Sit-down Mexican spot where tacos share the stage with soups, plates, and margaritas.
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Birthday & Celebration Central
Rancho Estrella is a homey Mexican restaurant near Fordham that leans into big plates, burritos, and nachos in a sit-down setting. Regulars call out the burrito lineup, from steak to camarones, plus late hours, karaoke nights, and portions that easily carry into the next day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito con Pollo, Burrito con Bistec, Burrito Mixto
What Makes it Special: Sit-down Mexican spot where a full burrito section meets karaoke nights.
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Group Dining Gatherings
Operating out of a digital food hall near Fordham, Glazed Hen focuses on Korean-style fried chicken wings, rice bowls, and bao that travel well for delivery and late-night orders. With hundreds of recent ratings and long hours, it’s the reliable move in 10458 when you want crispy wings, sauces, and Korean-influenced comfort without leaving home.
Must-Try Dishes:
10 pc Soy Garlic Wings, Bulgogi Rice Bowl, Two Fried Chicken Buns
What Makes it Special: Delivery-focused Korean fried chicken spot with deep wings-and-bowls menu.
8.1
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Sports Bar Central
Clinton Hall Bronx brings a craft-beer-focused American beer hall just off Arthur Avenue, with a menu built around burgers, wings, and big sharing plates. It’s where Fordham students and neighborhood groups converge for games on TV, outdoor tables in season, and a lively, sports-bar energy that runs late into the night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Smashed Burger, Buffalo Cauliflower, Fondue Burger
What Makes it Special: High-energy beer hall pairing craft taps with over-the-top burgers.
Howl At The Moon Grill & Bar is the late-night backbone of the Fordham crowd, a sports bar where wings, burgers, and bar plates run well past midnight. TVs, music, and strong drinks make it a go-to after games and service shifts when you still want a real meal, not just a slice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried Chicken Sandwich, Fish Tacos, Chicken Wings with Fries
What Makes it Special: Long-running Fordham sports bar pouring late drinks with real bar food.
#21
China City
8
China City sits between Fordham Road and Arthur Avenue with a menu of Chinese-American standards served in a slightly roomier setting than many nearby counters. It’s the kind of place where families mix combo platters, wings, and saucy chicken dishes at tables while regulars cycle through for takeout bags.
Must-Try Dishes:
General Tso's Chicken, Honey Wings, Sesame Chicken
What Makes it Special: Casual sit-down Chinese spot balancing combo plates and family-style sharing.
Michaelangelo's Restaurant on Arthur Avenue is a cozy Italian dining room with a back garden patio that works well for both low-key dates and slightly dressier nights out. The menu leans into pastas, brick-oven pies, and a straightforward steak plate, with many guests calling out the warm atmosphere as a reason to linger over a bottle of wine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak with roasted potatoes and vegetables, Linguine con le vongole, Penne alla vodka
What Makes it Special: Italian date-night standby with a garden patio off Arthur Avenue.
8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Ann & Tony's is a family-run Arthur Avenue fixture where lasagna, baked pastas, and veal and chicken cutlets come in straightforward, hearty portions. It leans more neighborhood than destination, drawing regulars who care about familiar flavors, dependable plates, and a relaxed, old-school dining room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baked Lasagna, Chicken Parmigiana, Veal Marsala
What Makes it Special: Multi-generation Arthur Avenue restaurant serving straightforward lasagna and red-sauce staples in a modest room.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Makhani Indian Kitchen operates from the same Bronx Food Co. hub, leaning into classic North Indian curries, biryanis, and paneer dishes aimed at delivery and takeout. It’s where nearby residents go when they want richer, sauce-driven comfort with familiar favorites like butter chicken and palak paneer.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Chicken, Paneer Tikka Masala, Palak Paneer
What Makes it Special: Delivery-focused North Indian spot strong on rich, classic curries.
Mario's Pizza & Italian Homemade Cuisine on East 187th Street functions as a hybrid slice shop and red-sauce takeout spot just off the Bronx’s Little Italy strip. Slices, wings, and pasta trays run late into the night, making it a reliable option when nearby dining rooms have already closed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pepperoni Slice, Lasagna Pizza Slice, Garlic Knots
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood pizzeria that stays open late with a full Italian menu.
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
What Makes it Special: Old-school Arthur Avenue stalwart with big platters suited to sprawling family dinners.
7.9
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Group Dining Gatherings
Pet Friendly Paradise
Happy Hour Hotspots
The Bronx Beer Hall sits inside the Arthur Avenue Retail Market, pouring local brews alongside burgers, sausages, and bar snacks, with a dog-friendly outdoor area when the weather cooperates. It’s a relaxed spot to grab a pint and a casual bite while your dog hangs beside the picnic tables.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic BX Burger & Fries, Sausage Fest Platter, Lizard Chips
What Makes it Special: Market beer hall pouring local drafts with a dog-friendly patio attached to Arthur Avenue.
7.9
Carib Seafood Restaurant & Bar brings a Caribbean spin to seafood in the Fordham area, with plates centered on salmon, steamed snapper, snow crab, and other island-style dishes. It’s a sit-down option for diners who want hearty seafood with Jamaican flavors rather than a classic Italian or raw-bar experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steamed snapper dinner, Snow crab legs platter, Curry shrimp with rice and peas
What Makes it Special: Caribbean-style seafood plates like steamed snapper and snow crab.
7.8
Vibes:
Pet Friendly Paradise
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Bobo's Crab Shack on the Grand Concourse is a Cajun-style seafood boil spot known for saucy bags of crab and shrimp, with a pet-friendly stance and outdoor seating listed among its amenities. It’s a lively, music-forward environment better for casual, social nights where you don’t mind getting a little messy over a boil while your dog relaxes nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bobo's Swag+ Boil, Shrimp & Crab Swag Combo, Snow Crab Legs Boil
What Makes it Special: Boisterous Cajun boil house on the Grand Concourse with pet-friendly outdoor seating.
7.7
Decatur Steakhouse is a neighborhood steak spot just off the Fordham corridor, pairing grilled meats with dishes like oxtail and fish cakes in a comfortable dining room. Regulars call out the welcoming after-work atmosphere and plates that lean hearty rather than high-end.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oxtail, Fish cakes, Grilled steak
What Makes it Special: Local steakhouse where grilled meats share space with soul-leaning comfort plates.
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Happy Hour Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Brasas Restaurant is a Dominican-leaning Latin spot off East 187th that pairs big rotisserie and fried chicken plates with casual happy hour drink and wing specials. It’s more neighborhood dining room than polished lounge, but locals call out hearty portions and wings alongside stews and daily plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken wings platter, Chicharrón de pollo, Sopa de res
What Makes it Special: Dominican comfort spot where happy hour drinks pair with wings and big plates.