L’incontro by Rocco — Restaurant in New York

L'Incontro by Rocco has recently made a triumphant move from Astoria to the Upper East Side of New York City, and it’s already making waves.

From the moment you walk in, you’ll be struck by the welcoming atmosphere, largely thanks to Rocco himself. Rocco’s dedication to his restaurant is evident, not just in the quality of the food, but in the way he brought his entire staff with him to this new location. This gesture speaks volumes about the kind of boss he is and the loyalty he inspires.

The food at L'Incontro by Rocco is consistently exceptional. The menu boasts a variety of specials, and all the pastas are fresh and homemade, ensuring a delightful dining experience every time. One dish that stands out is the egg yolk ravioli – a must-try for anyone visiting.

Another notable aspect of this restaurant is Rocco’s presence in the dining room. He is constantly walking around, checking on guests, and ensuring everyone is enjoying their meal. This hands-on approach not only enhances the dining experience but also showcases his commitment to customer satisfaction.

The service at L'Incontro by Rocco is excellent, with attentive staff who go above and beyond to make your visit memorable.

In summary, L'Incontro by Rocco is a gem on the Upper East Side. Don’t walk, run to this restaurant – you won’t be...

Easily one of the best new additions if not the best addition the Upper East Side has seen in years. My friends and I had a 6:30 reservation on a weeknight, and the place was packed— for good reason. The service was outstanding from start to finish. Our server, who shared that he’s been with Rocco for 25 years, relocated from the original Astoria location along with the entirety of the staff), helped us with everything from wine recommendations to perfectly pacing our meal.

The food was phenomenal. We started with zucchini flowers, eggplant rollatini, and a ricotta toast special—all perfectly portioned for our group of five. For the mains, we shared the chicken parm, veal, tomato pasta, and gnocchi. Each dish outdid the last—it was hands down one of the best meals any of us have had in NYC. On top of the incredible food, the warm and experienced servers, along with Rocco himself, made the experience personal by checking in throughout the meal.

We wrapped up with olive oil cake and a complimentary scoop of pistachio gelato, both of which were fabulous. I will be back tomorrow. And the day after that, and the...

I used to love their Astoria restaurant. I'd been going there for over 15 years. This is the first time I've been new L’lncontro since they moved to Manhattan and everything has changed. Compared to Astoria, the restaurant is smaller and uncomfortable with many tables crammed into a small space, and the delicious freshly baked bread had been replaced by mediocre bread. One of my favorites, the lobster salad, was as delicious as ever, but Branzino had changed from a simple yummy grill to a tomato sauce flavor. Napoleon used to be filled with banana cream but now replaced with lemon cream. No more strawberries on top. Too bad, because for the past 15 years this has been my #1 favorite restaurant in NYC. It's changed from what it used to be, but it's definitely still at...