Caffe Amici - NY 11784

353 Independence Plaza, Selden, NY 11784, United States
+1 631-698-0818
$$$ Restaurant
(1438 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Caffe Amici in Selden offers a solid full-service Italian dining experience rooted in classic flavors and hearty portions. Located in a modest plaza setting, the atmosphere leans toward comfortable and inviting, making it a practical spot for both family dinners and larger gatherings like rehearsal dinners or birthday parties. The restaurant’s vibe reflects a no-fuss, neighborhood eatery where the focus is on substantial, well-prepared food rather than trendiness.

The menu showcases a range of traditional Italian dishes, with an emphasis on pasta and seafood. Whether you're ordering Lobster Ravioli, Shrimp Scampi, or a slice of their cheese pizza, it’s clear this place puts quantity and quality front and center. Diners frequently find value here, with plates that go beyond just filling but generous enough for leftovers. Classic soups like Italian Wedding and Minestrone also emphasize a home-cooked appeal, particularly fitting for chillier days.

Service at Caffe Amici tends to be attentive, with staff checking in regularly to ensure you have what you need, though occasional lapses in drink refills or timing of dessert prompts have been noticed, especially on busier evenings. If you’re coming on a weekend night, be prepared for a wait of around half an hour, which signals the place’s steady local popularity.

This is a place where you can settle in for a relaxed meal without the pressure of fast turnaround, though some diners have felt slightly rushed when dessert is brought up too soon. The environment fits casual dining well, with a lively yet laid-back energy that suits everyone from couples on a date to groups celebrating an occasion.

Best times to visit: Weeknights or quieter lunch hours for a more relaxed pace; weekend evenings when the atmosphere is lively but expect a wait.

Who will enjoy it most: Those looking for classic Italian comfort food served in hearty portions and people organizing casual group events where accommodating plentiful servings is key.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

1438 Reviews
Kim Possible

09 Jan 2026

HUGE portions of food served. The plates are quite large and they are filled with a delicious plentiful portion. Great value for your dollar. I ordered the Salmon de Pesto and it was cooked perfectly. Of course I also have lunch for tomorrow. The service was great, they do come by often to assure you are well taken care of.

Vanessa Saunders

28 Nov 2025

Usually we have a great experience. The food was good, although the dish my husband got was not. The waitress we had didn't really check on us even though it wasn't busy, we were never offered refills of water or our drinks. The support staff were pleasant and on point.

Тетяна Мазурак (Tanya_Voloshka)

28 Nov 2025

A couple days ago I visited this atmospheric place I ordered a cheese pizza, which was absolutely delicious while I was waiting for my order, I tried a spinach&cheese roll. It was delicious too I’ll definitely come back

mario gruppuso

19 Oct 2025

We had a dinner party at Caffe Amici today and everything was truly delicious and the staff could not be more helpful and accommodating. There was an abundance of food and everyone raved about it. I highly recommend for occasions such as birthdays, rehearsal dinner or even just a night out. Thank you so much for a beautiful party!

stephen erato

23 Sep 2025

It was a Saturday night so we waited about 35 mintues for a table. The food was very good. The service was good until the waitress came over and asked if we wanted dessert while i was still eating. I had ordered a large fish dish that was over $50 and was Excellent but it was alot of food and i felt rushed to finish. Then the bus girl came to the table and started clearing the table. My wife told her i was still eating but she continued. Finally i was so annoyed by this this that i stopped eating and had them take my dish away. This ruined what started out to be a very good experience. Again the food is excellent but the staff needs to know not to clear a table or ask about dessert when someone is still eating.

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