Trattoria El Greco is Now Open!

Awesome news! After months of arduous anticipation, Trattoria El Greco on 30th Avenue and 36th Street is finally open.  Jess and I saw it up and running today when we walked by.  The space looks really nice and modern inside, with interesting light fixtures and long tables conducive to large groups.  It was especially welcoming with the windows and the doors all open.  And with tomorrow's equally beautiful weather, it'd be a good opportunity to try them out.  I posted the menu earlier this week, but here it is again to refresh your memory.

Trattoria - 36-19 30th Avenue, Astoria NY 11103
718.721.7400
N/W Train to 30th Avenue

Trattoria El Greco - The Latest Scoop

My mission to stalk the opening of Trattoria El Greco continues.  I walked by yesterday and couldn't believe that it's still in progress. However...they have the menu posted, which is exciting.  I hope that means an opening is in store.  Here's the menu - prepare to salivate!

Trattoria El Greco - Sample Menu

Antipasti:

Cozze - Mussels in a spicy tomato broth...$9
Polpo - Grilled octopus, olives, tomatoes, potato & arugula...$13
Crostoni - Assorted bruschetta with sweet & savory eggplant relish, creamy gorgonzola cheese with honey, garlic & tomato...$13
Carpaccio - Thinly sliced filet mignon with arugula, artichokes & parmigiano...$12

Panini:
Polpetta - La Trattoria bacon cheeseburger with arugula, tomato, red onions & fries...$14
Diavolo - Spicy sopressata, tomato, mozzarella, black olives & chili...$9
Orto - Roasted veggies, mozzarella, gruyere & pesto...$8

Pizze:
Capricciosa - Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, artichoke, anchovies & black olives...$16
Diavola - Tomato sauce, mozzarella, hot sopressata, scallions, black olives & chili...$15
Zola e Pere - Mozzarella, gorgonzola & pear...$15
Pancetta - Tomato, mozzarella, onions, pancetta & black pepper...$14

Paste:
Chitarra - Tomato & basilico...$13
Pappardelle - Homemade meat ragu, porcini mushrooms & peas...$17
Gnocchi - Taleggio cheese & creamy leek sauce...$16
Linguine Allo Scoglio - Seafood in white wine with a mild spicy tomato sauce...$17

Main Courses:
Pollo - Grilled chicken paillarde with arugula, tomato, red onions & feta cheese...$15
Porco - Grilled pork tenderloin in barola & balsamico sauce with collard greens & salsify...$20
Costa - Spicy boneless beef spare ribs, slow cooked with tomato, rosemary & garlic served with broccoli rabe & roasted potato...$20
Pesce - Pan fried sea bass with clams, shrimp & mussels in a spicy tomato broth...$26

Trattoria El Greco - Corner of 30th Avenue and 37th Street, Astoria NY 11103
718.721.7400
N/W Train to 30th Avenue

A Special Sneak Peek of Trattoria El Greco

I've been impatiently walking by the not-yet-open Trattoria El Greco on 30th Avenue and 37th Street.  "When will it open?" I often wonder to myself.  It really does look like it's almost there and the other week, I got a little sneak peek of the interior.  The windows are still blocked out, but there are pictures showing an ultra-modern, sleek interior designed by the well-known firm Consolidated Design Studios.  Click on the picture above to enlarge it and to look at the gorgeous family-style seating, the long mirrors and pretty light fixtures.  It all looks very enticing and welcoming - let's just hope that the food matches its beauteous decor.  In the meantime, I'll continue to keep my eyes and ears open about its upcoming opening.  Let me know if you know more.

Trattoria El Greco - Corner of 30th Avenue and 37th Street, Astoria NY 11103
718.721.7400
N/W Train to 30th Avenue

Trattoria El Greco on 30th is Almost There

Since the summertime, I've been closely watching the progress of a new Trattoria on 30th Avenue.  Its name is rumored to be El Greco Trattoria, owned by a Greek proprietor who aspires to put his own spin on Italian food.  For a long time, the facade has been blocked off by plywood, but not anymore.  The nice wooden and stone exterior is an inviting preview for things to come (eh hem...brick oven pizza)!  Its expected time of opening is at the end of this month, so stay tuned for further details and the menu.

Trattoria El Greco - Corner of 30th Avenue and 37th Street, Astoria NY 11103
718.721.7400
N/W Train to 30th Avenue