A chat with his customers is like a stroll in the park for owner Orlando Andreani, who greets you with a genuine sense of hospitality. Also a chef, his knowledge of food and wine is unlimited. Partner and chef Josˇ Rodrigues has extensive European experience in France and Italy.

Well established for many years, San Marco is graced with elegance in a romantic atmosphere. Brick arches, beautiful paintings, soft lighting by classic wall sconces, and comfortable seating in banquettes add to the refined beauty.

The professional tuxedoed waitstaff is friendly and attentive. You get to marvel at the appetizer cart as it's rolled to your table. The Mixed Appetizer is an awesome sampling of all the selections from the cart. The gourmet delicacies which are perfectly prepared include Beef Wellington with Black Truffle Sauce, Homemade Fettuccine in a Sherry-Cream Sauce and Chicken Breast in Raspberry Sauce. Exotic dishes are made to order with advance notice. Desserts, all homemade delights, are irresistible - excellent flan, tiramisu, and chocolate mousse cake. Wines and ports from all over the world have been carefully selected and the superb wine list has won both the 1995 & 1996 Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence". Other awards include the Silver Taste Dining Award, Award for Presentation, Service and Menu Selection from Long Island Business News and Long Island Heart Council's "Gourmet Delight".

With a "very good" rating from The New York Times and many other rave reviews, this creative Italian restaurant is a true culinary beauty with old world charm.