Restaurants - Felidia

Lidia Matticchio Bastianich opened Felidia in 1981 after a decade of success operating two Italian restaurants in Queens. Elegantly appointed with mahogany paneling, textured golden yellow walls and rich wood floors, Felidia's charm is its warmth.

Felidia's cuisine is predominantly from Northern Italy and many of the dishes are from the region of Istria-Lidia's homeland. Executive Chef Fortunato Nicotra changes the menu seasonally and focuses on products such as white truffles, porcini mushrooms, baby artichokes and succulent game dishes. Some of Nicotra's signature dishes include: homemade stuffed pastas; eggplant flan with yellow and red tomato coulees; grilled octopus with potatoes, string beans and olives and a red onion, wine and honey vinaigrette; wolf fish with braised celery, dried porcini mushroom and sherry reduction.

For reservations, call 212-758-1479.