I was introduced to this place by a friend who is from Northern Italy, and it is now my favorite Italian restaurant in NYC! Aria is a charming little wine and pasta place located in the village. It's cozy, intimate, and perfect for either a date or a catchup with friends. It's not ideal for large groups, but it's still worth checkingout, even solo. WHat impressed me the most about this place is that although the prices are good for NYC, the quality of the food is excellent. Their maccheroni al tartufo (kind of like truffle mac n cheese) is the reason why I keep returning over and over to this place. I also recently branched out to try their pesto, and I liked it as much as my usual. Between the appetizers and the entrees, there are plenty of delicious vegetarian options. I also appreciate that the staff is both friendly and thoughtful. Whenever I go, I feel welcome and taken great care of. If I were to boil down my experiences here to one word, it would be comfort. I highly recommend this place, and plan to keep returning. read more

Cozy wine bar in west village! We only had a bottle of wine because we already had late lunch. Service was fast and friendly-- we sat at the bar and the somm gave good wine recommendations . The wine list wasn't super extensive, but there were lots of great options. I'll def be back when I'm in the area! read more

Aria Wine Bar - Vibes - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

A wonderful spot to get wine and bites with friends, or even a first date. Don't sleep on their downstairs group party room either.

Tiny authentic pasta place tucked away in the west village. A friend recommended this place and arrived on a Friday around 5:30 before it got busy. Service was friendly and super quick. I got the orecchiette and it was so flavorful and light. I wanted to drink the remaining broth lol. I wasn't expecting all the pastas to be on the light side but we all appreciate it. Also took a bite of my friends black truffle gnocchi and wow it was so strong. We also shared a tirimisu and it was delicious. Idk if they served warm sourdough with olive oil and vinaigrette regular but my friend has been here before and asked for the table and it was so good lol. read more

Aria Wine Bar - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We stopped by Aria in the West Village on a whim to ask if they had any availability for 6 PM--and the manager was incredibly kind and welcoming. He told us to come back at 6, and when we arrived right on time, he personally sat us in a cozy corner spot. Such a warm start! Service was definitely a highlight. The staff was friendly, attentive, and really on top of everything without ever feeling rushed. They checked in at the right moments and made the experience feel relaxed and easy. As for the food, it was good--nothing overly spectacular, but still enjoyable. The ambiance and service definitely carried the experience. Aria is a charming neighborhood spot tucked along Bedford, perfect for casual drinks, small bites, and soaking in that West Village vibe. A nice place to stop by if you're in the area and want something simple with great service and a welcoming atmosphere. read more

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I was looking for a wine bar for date night and came across this recommendation. First off, when people said this place was tight, I underestimated them. I'm a pretty lean person, but when they seated us at a two-top near the bar--leaving less than 12 inches between me and the person sitting at the bar--it felt really cramped. Food: 3/5 Honestly, the food was just okay. The best dish was the meatballs--tiny like marbles but surprisingly tender, with a tomato sauce that was less acidic than usual. The prosciutto and burrata was another highlight, not because the burrata was particularly fresh, but because they gave a generous portion of meat. The lamb osso bucco was a letdown. The risotto was overly runny, which threw off the dish. The octopus salad was also disappointing. It was more of a filler salad with capers, celery, and other ingredients overpowering the octopus--plus, my husband doesn't eat capers, so that didn't help. Service: 4/5 The service was great, despite the challenges. Our server was managing the front seating area, taking orders, and making drinks--all at once. She even comped our osso bucco since she noticed we weren't happy with it. She was super kind and definitely deserves a raise for juggling so much. That said, with such a packed space, it was hard for her to keep up. Overall: I'm not sure if I'd return. The wine selection was excellent, so my partner might want to, but the food was underwhelming enough that I'd probably choose somewhere else next time. read more

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Good portions with a good cost in a trendy location. West Village is known for it's variety of food options so it made it hard to find just one spot to dine at. Glad we found this spot, it feels like a good hole in the wall that's good for intimate dinners. The menu isn't large which I personally love because it means there's less dishes for the cooks to memorize. Overall, we ordered a variety of appetizers - they were all really flavorful and classic Italian. The sauce for the calamari was good and the cheeses all melted in my mouth. For main course, we got the pastas and they definitely hit the spot in terms of price, size, and portion. Also, to wash it down we had some of the wine they recommended. Everything came really quick and they were also helpful because one of my friends had a birthday. For a WV gem, will be back. read more

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I had an absolutely wonderful time at Aria wine bar. The customer service was impeccable as I always say that makes or breaks an establishment the ambience there was a true Italian experience. The food was delicious. Everything came out hot. Everything was savory as well. read more

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This is a solid WV italian spot. The food was very good and reasonably priced. We particularly enjoyed the sausage pizza and the pasta dishes (the pesto was amazing) but you can't really go wrong with anything! We also split the bottle of rose and it hit the spot. The service was ok - things were forgotten or we had to wave people down. It's also quite loud and cramped. I highly recommend sitting outside for some extra breathing room if you can. I'd definitely come back here before a night out in the village! read more

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We stopped here for a drink after dinner. Beautiful little place! The service was outstanding. We sat at the bar, had a couple drinks. Such a nice place to relax and have a glass of wine. I had two glasses of Pinot Grigio. Mmmm read more

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Have had lunch at Aria twice and each time has been great! Have gone with small groups and everything we've eaten has been delicious and fresh. My favorite entree is the branzino w/garlicky spinach and mashed potatoes. Flavorful cooked to perfection! read more

Pretty decent italian food, nothing that was extraordinary but also nothing that was particularly bad either. It was a good italian eatery that cateres to the most picky taste buds. Service was a bit hit or miss, but that's just the nature of NYC dining. read more

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We made reservations for a night out to dinner before we went to see a Broadway show. First time, it was delicious from start to end the food was fresh had to wait a bit, the appetizer grilled octopus was amazing! Service was excellent! Definitely recommend read more

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Came here on a late Thursday afternoon. Nice tapas style Italian restaurant. Opted for outdoor seating. Service was prompt. Food was high quality and paired with some delicious wine. Would recommend to check them out read more

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This is only a review of the rooftop drinks. The bartenders were supper friendly and fast with decent pours. The sunset views were spectacular. Great chill night. read more

I almost want to keep this place a secret it was SO FUN! Great prices for the west village, great wine and great pasta and apps. We had a birthday party here, the staff was extremely friendly and personable. Definitely make a reservation because this place gets BUSY but it's a classic cute Italian wine bar with delicious ~well priced~ dishes. Cozier vibe inside, we had 10 people and each got a different pasta - and all were yummy! read more

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Great West Village place for lunch or dinner. Delicious Italian food, great cocktails, good wine list. Service is excellent.

I came here for a friend's birthday and we loved how affordable the pasta dishes were - all pasta dishes are $18. I got the truffle gnocchi, which was delicious, creamy, and super flavorful. They were not skimpy on the truffle! The cheese was perfectly charred on the top too. Highly recommend - I actually ordered it because the waiter said that it was one of the most popular dishes (and I can see why)! I got a chocolate souffle for dessert, and it was average - it was melty inside, but I feel like it wasn't fresh - it was giving lava cake that came out of a freezer vibes. A few things that could use improvement - the portion size could've been bigger for the pasta, the quality of the souffle, and the fact that we had to remind the waitstaff multiple times that it was my friend's birthday (no complimentary dessert, just a sparkler). But overall, it was a cute and intimate experience! read more

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10/10 service, food and wine selection!! Very fun and cool vibe. Our server was fantastic, she was extremely sweet and attentive! They had GREAT gluten free meal options and alternatives. The bolognese sauce was delicious! read more

Excellent service. Food was yummy. Tried many things as we were a group of eleven. Lamb shank excellent as was the mushroom bruschetta. Octopus yummy. Ambiance nice, cozy, conversational. Only difficulty was with credit card payments and large groups. If I remember correctly, they could only deal with 6? credit cards with their credit system (maybe 4?). Anyway, great restaurant. Get more credit card info if you're a large group. 4 stars because of the cc issue. Otherwise it would've been 5 stars. read more

The food was amazing! The portions were on the smaller side, but still worth the price. Food also came out quick. Went here for valentine's day and it was very romantic. read more

Stumbled into this restaurant. No regrets the food was absolutely amazing. Cocktails were amazing. And service was amazing. Definitely recommend her. read more

The best thing about this place were the crab cakes as appetizers and the chocolate soufflé. I ordered the shiitake mushroom fettuccine and was disappointed to say the least. It was lacking flavor and very heavy on the oil. The price of the pomodoro a la basilica was way too high for what you received, though it was a refreshing aside after eating the pasta. $14 for 3 slices of tomato and 4 balls of mozzarella with a spread of unidentifiable basil is ludicrous. The service was subpar with our waiter checking in few and far between. What I did like, however, was the location of our table since it was right next to the restaurant's big window. I would not come back; prices too steep for a flavor so narrow. read more

Aria Wine Bar - FETTUCCINE WITH WILD MUSHROOMS AND TRUFFLE OIL - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Sister restaurant of Cotenna which is right across the street. No storefront sign but they have the signature velvet red cloth behind the door that is hard to miss. This easily became one of my favorite restaurants in New York, the pasta dishes are absolute perfection. I will definitely come back for the Raddicchio e Polpo (pasta w/ octopus, chicory, pancetta, herbs). I swapped the fusilli with linguine but the flavors worked very well together. The Maltagliati alle Capesante (pasta with seared scallops, garlic, sage) was powerful sage and butter dish. We also ordered the fried calamari with zucchini, it did not really stand out and there weren't really any zucchini, just 4 pieces of zucchini chips. We loved the service given how busy it was even on a Sunday night and will be back for more. read more

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Located on a cute street in the West Village - inside, a hole in the wall place (in the best possible way) with exposed brick rounding out a lovely rustic decor, Attraversa was a delight. The menu has an abundance of Italian pasta options with seafood focus although there are meat dishes available as well. I'm not one to rave about the service but I must say on a Saturday night, everything came out timely and the server was very accommodating and helpful. To start we shared: - Poplipetti Fagioli Grilled baby octopus, Lima beans - Gamberoni Polenta Head of Jumbo Shrimp Skewer, Soft Polenta For the main: - Rovioli d' Aragosta Lobster Ravioli, Pink Vodka Sauce Surprised there aren't more reviews here but maybe it's still a hidden gem in the city. read more

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Not often i do 5 stars, but this was just phenomenal. If you want a lovely local Italian restaurant for locals you want Aria. I received a recommendation and took it. Fantastic. read more

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Attraversa has been able to really conform to the new normal. Their outdoor dining set up is perfect for rain or shine, all the while maintaining some sort of ambiance. The food was glorious; the cozze, calamari and octopus where outrageously good! My main course was unforgettable. The restaurant changes their menu ever so often, so it's definitely a place to eat at multiple times. Our meal was paired with a bottle of montepulciano which was very smooth. read more

Aria Wine Bar - Cozze, Calamari and Octopus - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

They brought all five of our dishes before we finished the first one. The wine basic and the food was passable.

HORRIBLE! DONT GO THERE! We went there Friday night, we got a table at the side indoor restaurant. The waitress was so so rude, as I ve never seen in my life, that we decided to leave immediately. Bad vibe! read more

A hidden gem in the village ! It's a beautiful cozy tiny restaurant. At lunch they have a great deal . $21 for a main course, a glass of wine and dessert. To die for. Very nice location aNd super friendly staff. Will be back. Calamari is soooo good. read more

Food as quality. The prices are very low for the quality of the food. The bartender is super friendly and dosen't rush you out. I reccomend this place for a date night out read more

Me and my husband came to this restaurant with friends and everything about this place was totally perfect! The service and the the atmosphere was amazing and the food was delectable. I eat steak in many places... the steak over here is the winner for sure. All the steak lovers around you must try the Tomahawk steak (even that it is for two I eat it by myself lol) Definitely going back again to try more things This restaurant left me test of more :) read more

Aria Wine Bar - Tomahawk on salt bar - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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The truffle gnocchi sauce was to die for!! It was my first time trying gnocchi and it was great. I'm definitely planning my next visit. The service was great as well. Make sure to make reservations otherwise you'll end up sitting at the bar (like me) I want to try all the other stuff on their menu, the server informed me of this amazing creamy lobster one that I just have to get for next time! Everything was great! read more

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The place is really nice and the location is very convenient. Food was ok, but nothing really stood out. We ordered fried calamari, and two pasta dishes that were just ok. read more

What an amazing restaurant in the heart of west village! The food was exceptional and the staff was even better!!! Don't leave without saying hello to our waiter Patrice, he is awesome!! And will steer you in the right direction as far as the menu goes :) Cheers!!! read more

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This is a great local spot for Italian cuisine. My friend lives around the corner, so I've been several times. It's delicious food in a casual atmosphere. The service is very laid back... you can go and enjoy a leisurely meal with friends! read more

Attraversa West Village is a strong winner. The menu is great and the atmosphere is perfect. My friend got Poplipetti Fagioli Grilled Baby Octopus, which I tried and also loved. It was so flavourful. And workers were extremely pleasant and welcoming. We will go back again. read more

First time visiting and would highly recommend. Very small, so we sat at the bar (not really a bar atmosphere though and very cozy/small) which was fun. The bartender/waiter was great and the manager (maybe owner) was very attentive and helpful. Apps: crostini w/ ricotta and broccoli rabe - great app Calamari & Zucchini - great, but needs a bit more zucchini Mains: Linguini with seafood - great, lighter almost buttery red sauce Cavatelli with seafood - great, classic red sauce Dessert: Chocolate soufflé with vanilla ice cream - amazing! Tiramisu - one of best I've had! read more

Aria Wine Bar - WARM CHOCOLATE SOUFFL & TIRAMISU - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Service is horrible. The girl who worked there con Tuesday 5/23 was rude and disrespectful. She serviced the tables outside. In addition my daughter's friend ordered the tagliatelle a la bolognese and there were black hairs on her plate. Plate was taken back and a new one brought back. How can you enjoy dinner this way? Horrible service and hair on the plate. read more

Stopped in for one drink - 2 hours later - still here. Bar tender is amazing. Thank you Patrice!!! Made amazing cocktails!!! Then recommended great food!! Hence we just linger. What a great find. Will definitely stop in every time I'm in NYC!! read more

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