Welcome to Riccardo’s by the Bridge
The Cypress Room
Serene. Intimate. Twinkling lights abound, like evening stars seen through the leaves of the Cypress tree.
The Long Island Room
Wrapped in warm sophistication, your guest will experience the feeling of luxury while sharing your celebration. Its large dance floor invites your guests to dance all night!
The Starfire Room
The ambience of the Starfire Room will capture your imagination and have you dancing the night away in style under its dazzling chandelier.
The Suburban/Cypress Combo Room
Traditional decór featuring a large Crystal chandelier over the dance floor. Accommodates over 200 guests.
The Tiffany Room
For contemporary flair reminiscent of a New York nightclub, there's no better choice than the Tiffany Room.
Getting Married?
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Our History
We’ve been creating memories since 1951. We must be doing something right for generations of customers to keep coming back! Here's our story…
Brides & Grooms
Plan your dream wedding at Riccardo’s by the Bridge.
Testimonials
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FF Christopher Santora Educational Scholarship Fund
…Finally, a word of thanks to Riccardo’s by the Bridge, who always does such a superb job in hosting our Annual Dinner Dance. Thanks to Tony and all the staff who always execute brilliantly! Please…
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My Daughter’s Sweet 16
I wanted to thank you so much for making my daughter’s sweet sixteen celebration that took place January 15th, 2010 a night to remember.
My daughter, friends and family were very thankful for the excellent service…
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Thanks at Thanksgiving
It’s been a while but we just wanted you to know that when anyone asks us about the best place for any reception (wedding, birthday, etc.) we send them right to you guys. After having a wonderful Thanksgiving this…
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Memorial Luncheon
On behalf of my sister, Nancy–Ann Gallo, myself, and the entire Samboy family, please accept our sincere thanks for hosting the recent Memorial Luncheon for our Dad, Steve Samboy. Words cannot adequately express our…
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Perfect Wedding
Dear Tony,
We can't thank you enough for all of the ways you helped us. Our reception could not have been more perfect than it was!
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My Complete Success
Just a short note to say “Thank you” for making my event such a complete success. I had an event on Sunday, May 29 in the Tiffany Room. All of your personnel and staff were very attentive, well–spoken, caring,…
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Funeral Repast
I hosted a funeral repast at your restaurant for my mother, Louise Taddei, on Wednesday, February 23.
I wanted to thank you for the fine food and service provided that day. I especially want to tell you how very…
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Elegant from Soup–to–Nuts
I would just like to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful way my 80th birthday was handled at Riccardo’s. From “Soup–to–nuts” everything was handled in an elegant and professional manner. Some of my…
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Exceptional Birthday Celebration
I am writing to tell you that there are no words to express the gratitude for the hospitality that you displayed to me and my family during the birthday celebration which I had at Riccardo’s on July 24. I want you to…
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Long Island City H.S. 50th Reunion
I am writing on behalf of the Long Island City High School 50th Anniversary Reunion Committee to thank you and Mr. Charles A. Campione for the excellent service and accommodations provided for our celebration on the…
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In Love with Riccardo’s
We would like to thank Riccardo’s and its staff for our wonderful wedding party on 9/10. All of our guests fell in love with your place.
Special thanks to Eleanor who helped us plan it since the beginning and was a…
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Shareing & Careing
On behalf of SHAREing & CAREing, I would like to thank you for your generous donation of two tickets to “Murder Mystery” in support of our silent auction. As you know, your gift was included in our Silent Auction for…
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Frank’s 80th Birthday
How do I say thank you?
A few weeks ago I called Riccardo’s and was lucky to reach you; I explained what I was looking to have and you were so helpful. That was just by telephone.
A week later I drove in from…
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Thank You Eleanor
Thank you for all your help and patience. You made our day special and beautiful. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season.
Riccardo’s is the best!
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Wonderful Wedding Reception
We are sending you this thank you card for doing such a wonderful job on our wedding reception on Sunday, November 13th. When we first walked into the reception room we were in amazement at how beautiful everything…
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Thanks to Sandy
You said that you would make my party very nice and you did. All my family and friends gave it praise.
Thank you very very much. You made my Birthday a happy one.
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WOW!
WOW…what a wonderful and spectacular and sensational time we all had at our 25th Wedding Anniversary celebrated at Riccardo’s on May 19th. Being able to return to Riccardo’s where we were married back in May 16, 1982…
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Our Wedding Day
Thank you so much for making our Wedding Day a beautiful event. We had a great time. Everyone said the food was excellent, the place was beautiful, the staff was superb, especially the bartenders.
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Forever Grateful
You guys are amazing! We want to thank you all so very much for your caring and you contribution to making our special day one that we will never forget.
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Ravenswood Lion’s Club Luncheon
The luncheon held by the Ravenswood Lion’s Club on Sunday, April 17th at Riccardo’s was a huge success! We are delighted that your contribution added to making this event so memorable for all who attended.
The…
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Kiwanis Cocktail Party
We wish to thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for the fabulous cocktail party you displayed for our event on Sept. 22nd.
Your friendship and support mean a lot to all of us, and especially to me. You can be…
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Thank You for Helping
This past Sunday, Bishop Thomas Daily celebrated our closing Mass in honor of the 75th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi Church. We had a wonderful turnout of parishioners who attended Mass and then later retired…
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Super Pre-New Year’s Celebration!
On behalf of my wife, Lena, and all our friends who attended the super Pre–New Year’s Celebration, we all thank you and your womderful staff for a most delightful afternoon. It was just like going to a wedding—the…
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My 60th Birthday
Thank you so much for all that you did to make my 60th Birthday so very special. My family and friends cannot stop talking about how wonderful everything was.
You are the greatest!
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50th Jubilee Anniversary
On behalf of the Mount Gilead Baptist Church and the 50th Anniversary committee, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for a job well done. The room, food and service exceeded our expectations. We again want to…
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St. Patricks Church 140th Anniversary Celebration
When we plan special events like the 140th Anniversary Parish celebration that took place on Sunday, March 15th, we always hope it will be very successful and special. Needless to say, what took place far exceeded our…
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Mom’s 60th Birthday
I want to thank you and your staff for making my mother’s 60th Birthday party a wonderful success.
A good time was had by all and the staff who worked our party should be congratulated on their hard work in making…
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Our 50th Wedding Anniversary
Since our 50th Wedding Anniversary affair my wife Antoinette and I have received many compliments and praise. They all had a wonderful time and so did we. Thank you once again, many times over.
Charlie…the homemade…
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“X” Marks the Spot
Boy did we pick the perfect one for our Wedding! Thank you Charlie and Sandy, everything was amazing!
Happiness never tasted so good. All thanks to you. Yum!
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A Wedding We Could Afford
Riccardo’s gave us the chance to have a wedding we could afford. Eleanor was always so pleasant and professional.
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St. Mary’s Senior Center
On behalf of the Members of St. Mary’s Senior Center I want to thank you and your staff for your assistance in making our 25th Anniversary Celebration a great success.
Your staff was most cordial and willing to work…
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A Sweet Sweet Sixteen
You made me feel really special. I’ll never forget how much you’ve done for me and how special you made my day. Thanks to you I will never forget how special my Sweet Sixteen was.
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Funeral Reception
Please thank Charlie and the staff at Riccardo’s for accommodating us on such short notice.
When you’ve had a loss you’re not thinking too clearly, so we only contacted Charlie the night before the Funeral. He was…
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Death by Disco
I can’t thank you enough for the wonderful evening at “Death By Disco.”
The food was great and so was the entertainment. But it was your warmth and hospitality that made the evening even more special for us. A…
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Wedding Reception
We thank you for such a great reception. We received first class treatment at an affordable price. The food was fabulous and the service—especially our Maitre 'd, Charlie—was great!
We are glad we chose Riccardo’s!…
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Husband’s 70th Birthday
This note comes to you with my sincere thanks for making my husband’s 70th Birthday Celebration one to remember. It turned out to be a great success enjoyed by all. This was due to your expertise and the expertise of…
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Most Beautiful Baby Shower
Thank you so very much for helping Mom give me the most beautiful Baby Shower that I will always remember.
The room looked absolutely beautiful, and the Venetian was delicious. People are still talking about the…
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Olivia’s Christening
Just a note to thank you for all your help in making Olivia’s Christening such a huge success.
The staff, room and food were all wonderful and it was a pleasure knowing it would all run smoothly under your care.
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Buffet Luncheon
How absolutely proud and happy I was yesterday when I had my family at a Buffet Luncheon at your lovely restaurant. Everything was beautiful, spotless and efficient (Alberto!)
My sister from Floral Park, who last…
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Columbian Lawyers Association
I wanted to thank you for a wonderful Luncheon for the Columbian Lawyers Association this past December. It was outstanding! I am especially grateful for you individualized attention and care!
I look forward to my…
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Our 50th Anniversary
Thank you so very much for the beautiful catering of Helen & my 50th Anniversary.
You played to rave reviews — The food, the service and your assistance was terrific. You and your family have always distinguished…
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Western Queens Gazette 20th Anniversary
Thank you for a wonderful party. Riccardo’s was the perfect place to celebrate 20 years of Astoria and Queens Gazette history. You are a phenomenal host and a gracious, generous person. I cannot compliment you enough…
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40th Anniversary of North Queensview Homes
We would like to thank you and everyone else at Riccardo’s who helped us have a most perfect 40th Birthday Party for our cooperative, North Queensview Homes, Inc. We especially appreciate your effort to serve ethnic…
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War Veterans Temple Post No. 19
We are so elated with the success of our affair held at Riccardo’s on Sunday afternoon, May 16th, that we feel impelled to write to you expressing our gratitude. We are not new to Riccardo’s, in that we used your…
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Our Wedding
I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know why I chose Riccardo’s to have my wedding reception at. My mother and I visited twelve different reception sites and three Bridal Showcases. We were able to narrow our…
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St. Patricks Church Celebrates St. Patricks Day!
Thanks to you our annual “St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance” held on Saturday March 16th was a great success. The evening was perfect in every way. The Cocktail Hour and Dinner was superb, and went very well with our guests.…
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Leap Year Celebration Party!
Thank you so much for the contribution you and your staff made to the howling success of our Leap Year Celebration February 29th. Your consideration and help, along with Barbara’s and Sandra’s, in planning the event…
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St. Patricks Church 135th Anniversary Celebration
We are writing to you on behalf of Fr. Robinson, Sr. Flora, and the 135th Anniversary Committee. All we can say is WOW!! Our dinner dance on March 13th was a huge success, and is still being talked about by the people…