Best Happy Hour Hotspots Italian Restaurants in Long Island City-Hunters Point
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Levante
Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.
Notable Picks
#1
Levante
8.2
A pizza-forward Italian spot with big ceilings, a full bar, and a backyard that makes it feel like a neighborhood hangout with room to breathe. The move is to treat it as a pizza-and-a-few-plates night, leaning into the pies and letting the bar carry the pacing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Neapolitan-style pizza, Pesto pasta, Panna cotta
What makes it special: Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.
Worthy Picks
A straightforward neighborhood pizza-and-bar stop where the move is to order for coverage, not excess—one classic pie, one more aggressive topping pie, and a salad to reset. It’s the kind of place you use for an easy group meal when you want predictability and speed more than a destination moment.
Must-Try Dishes:
Plain cheese slice/pie, Pepperoni pie, Caesar salad
What makes it special: Reliable neighborhood pizza with an easy bar-and-slice setup.
7.5
A newer neighborhood option built around homemade pastas, thin-crust pizzas, and a wine-and-cocktails program that fits a casual night out. It’s a solid pick when you want Italian comfort with a modern, relaxed feel rather than a formal dining room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade pasta, Thin-crust pizza, Espresso martini
What makes it special: Homemade pasta and pizza with a wine-forward, casual sit-down vibe.