Bigger is still better at this family-style restaurant, which has had a dining-room makeover and has added New American and modern Italian items to the menu.

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Matteo's restaurant is in Roslyn Heights, July 10, 2014.

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Patrons linger over drinks at the bar of Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Patrons dine at Matteo's restaurant in the sleek and modern dining room in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Patrons dine at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Manager Anthony Panepinto, standing left, and a waiter dish out portions from family-style platters at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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General manager and partner Giuseppe Sasso, standing, chats with patrons at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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A waitress, left, and manager Anthony Panepinto, right, serve from family-style platters at Matteo's Trattoria in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Chef Anthony Martarana chats with the Bologna family at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Whole branzino is served with broccoli rabe and roasted potatoes at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Grilled octopus is served as an appetizer at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

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Nonna's ragu is served at Matteo's restaurant in Roslyn Heights on July 10, 2014.

 
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