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Italian-American · Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Bamonte's Menu: Brooklyn's Historic Red-Sauce Italian Since 1900

Full Bamonte's menu — every category from antipasti to desserts, with dish descriptions drawn from the restaurant's century-plus Italian-American tradition. Established in 1900 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Bamonte's is one of New York City's oldest continuously operating restaurants. Below: the complete menu, signature dishes, what to order first, and answers to the most common questions about the restaurant.

Open since 1900Williamsburg, BrooklynClassic red-sauce ItalianWhite tableclothsNYC's oldest restaurants
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Signature items

Veal ParmigianaSignature
Baked ClamsMust-order
Linguine with ClamsClassic
Chicken ScarparielloHouse specialty
Lobster Fra DiavoloFeast-day dish
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Quick answers

What Bamonte's is known for

The four dishes and preparations that define over 125 years of Brooklyn Italian-American cooking at Bamonte's — answered in one glance.

Most iconic dish
Veal Parmigiana

Hand-pounded breaded veal cutlet in house marinara with melted mozzarella — the dish Bamonte's is most associated with.

Best seafood opener
Baked Clams

Littleneck clams baked in seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic and olive oil — one of the most ordered dishes in the restaurant's 125-year history.

Classic pasta
Linguine with Clams

Available in white (garlic, olive oil, white wine) or red (pomodoro-white wine). A cornerstone of the Brooklyn Italian-American table.

House specialty
Chicken Scarpariello

Bone-in chicken with Italian sausage, cherry peppers and vinegar-white wine — the defining Brooklyn Italian-American preparation.

What to order first

The six dishes to order on your first visit

If you're coming to Bamonte's for the first time — or returning after years away — these are the dishes that best represent the kitchen's century-plus tradition.

  1. 1Baked ClamsThe essential opener.See restaurant
  2. 2Veal ParmigianaThe dish Bamonte's is most known for.See restaurant
  3. 3Linguine with ClamsOrder white sauce on your first visit.See restaurant
  4. 4Chicken ScarparielloSweet sausage, cherry peppers — deeply Brooklyn.See restaurant
  5. 5Spaghetti & MeatballsHousemade beef-pork meatballs in Sunday gravy.See restaurant
  6. 6Lobster Fra DiavoloA special-occasion Brooklyn classic.See restaurant

Prices are not published publicly online. Confirm current pricing with the restaurant directly at bamontes.com.

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All nine Bamonte's menu categories.

Antipasti6 itemsSoups3 itemsPasta8 itemsSeafood5 itemsVeal5 itemsChicken4 itemsMeat3 itemsSalads & Sides4 itemsDesserts5 items
The full menu

Every dish on the Bamonte's menu

All categories from antipasti through desserts. Tags flag vegetarian and vegan items. Seasonal specials vary.

About prices. Bamonte's does not publish a current price list online. Prices have been omitted from this page to avoid publishing inaccurate figures. For current menu pricing, contact the restaurant directly or visit bamontes.com.
Signature spotlight

The dishes that define Bamonte's kitchen

Six preparations that have been on Brooklyn tables for generations — and that Bamonte's has been serving for most of that time.

Must-order opener

Baked Clams

Littleneck clams baked in the shell with seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic and olive oil. The quintessential Brooklyn Italian-American starter, and one of the most-ordered dishes in the restaurant's 125-year history.

The signature plate

Veal Parmigiana

Hand-pounded veal cutlet breaded, fried, then layered with house marinara and mozzarella and baked until bubbling. The dish most associated with Bamonte's name in Brooklyn dining lore.

Classic pasta

Linguine with Clams

Littleneck clams tossed with linguine in white wine, garlic and olive oil (or in a pomodoro-white wine red sauce). A cornerstone of the menu since the restaurant's earliest decades.

Brooklyn Italian classic

Chicken Scarpariello

Bone-in chicken pieces sauteed with sweet Italian sausage, cherry peppers, white wine and vinegar. The flavors — hot, sweet, vinegary and savory at once — are distinctly Brooklyn Italian-American.

Feast-day tradition

Lobster Fra Diavolo

Half lobster in a spicy tomato and white wine sauce, served over linguine. A dish tied to Italian-American feast days and special occasions for well over a century.

Sunday tradition

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Hand-rolled beef and pork meatballs in Bamonte's house marinara (the "Sunday gravy") over spaghetti. The most iconic plate in the Italian-American canon, prepared here with unchanged tradition.

Dietary guide

Vegetarian and lighter options at Bamonte's

While Bamonte's is anchored in meat and seafood, the menu includes several vegetarian-friendly options — particularly in the pasta and sides sections.

Vegetarian diners will find pasta dishes including Fettuccine Alfredo, Penne alla Vodka and Gnocchi Pomodoro, plus appetizers like Mozzarella in Carrozza and Stuffed Mushrooms, and sides including Broccoli Rabe and Roasted Potatoes.

Cross-contact is possible in a traditional kitchen. Confirm with the restaurant if you have a serious allergy or strict dietary requirement.

  • Vegetarian pasta: Fettuccine Alfredo, Penne alla Vodka, Gnocchi Pomodoro
  • Vegetarian appetizers: Mozzarella in Carrozza, Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Vegetarian soup: Minestrone
  • Vegan sides: Broccoli Rabe with garlic and olive oil, Roasted Potatoes
  • Vegetarian desserts: Cannoli, Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Tartufo, Zeppole
About Bamonte's

Brooklyn's red-sauce institution — open since 1900.

Bamonte's opened in 1900 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, making it one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in New York City. For more than 125 years the restaurant has served the same tradition of Southern Italian immigrant cooking that helped define American Italian cuisine: pasta in Sunday gravy, breaded veal cutlets, baked clams, linguine with clams and the full canon of red-sauce Italian-American hospitality.

The restaurant has remained a family operation across multiple generations. The dining room — white tablecloths, dark wood, close-set tables, candles — has changed little in decades. Bamonte's is a regular destination for Brooklyn families celebrating milestones, for food writers tracing the city's culinary history, and for anyone who wants to experience what New York Italian dining looked and tasted like before the city's restaurant scene fragmented into a thousand directions.

Address: 32 Withers Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211. Nearest subway: L (Lorimer St) or G (Metropolitan Ave). Visit bamontes.com for hours and reservations.

1900Founded
125+Years in operation
1Location — Brooklyn, NY
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Common questions

Bamonte's — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to what people most commonly ask about Bamonte's history, menu, location and reservations.

How old is Bamonte's restaurant?

Bamonte's opened in 1900 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, making it one of New York City's oldest continuously operating restaurants. It has been in continuous family operation for more than 125 years. The restaurant is a landmark of Brooklyn Italian-American dining history.

Where is Bamonte's located?

Bamonte's is located at 32 Withers Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York 11211. The L train (Lorimer Street station) and G train (Metropolitan Avenue station) both put you within a short walk. Check the official website at bamontes.com for current hours and reservation details.

Does Bamonte's take reservations?

Yes. Bamonte's accepts reservations. Given its popularity as a historic Brooklyn institution, reservations are strongly recommended — especially on weekends and for larger groups. Contact the restaurant directly via bamontes.com or by phone for current availability.

What is Bamonte's most famous dish?

Bamonte's is best known for its Veal Parmigiana and Baked Clams. The veal parm — a hand-pounded breaded cutlet in house marinara with melted mozzarella — is widely cited as the signature plate. The Linguine with Clams (white or red) and Chicken Scarpariello are also perennial favorites.

Is Bamonte's a red-sauce Italian restaurant?

Yes. Bamonte's is a classic red-sauce Italian-American restaurant — the style rooted in Southern Italian immigrant cooking that defined New York City dining through much of the 20th century. The menu centers on pastas with house marinara and Sunday gravy, breaded cutlets, seafood fra diavolo, and antipasti. White tablecloths, candles and old-school Brooklyn service complete the picture.

How much does dinner at Bamonte's cost?

Bamonte's does not publish a current price list online. As a full-service Italian-American restaurant in Brooklyn, expect a mid-range dinner experience — typically in line with comparable white-tablecloth Italian restaurants in New York City. For accurate current pricing, check directly with the restaurant at bamontes.com.

Does Bamonte's have parking?

Street parking is available around Withers Street in Williamsburg. The neighborhood is also well-served by subway (L at Lorimer St, G at Metropolitan Ave). Confirm parking specifics and hours directly with the restaurant.

Is Bamonte's family-friendly?

Yes. Bamonte's has been a family-run restaurant for over a century and has always welcomed families. The atmosphere is classic Brooklyn Italian-American — warm, unhurried and convivial. It is a popular destination for special-occasion dinners, multi-generational family meals and neighborhood regulars alike.

What are Bamonte's hours?

Bamonte's hours can vary seasonally. Check the official website at bamontes.com for current days, hours and holiday closures before visiting.

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