Pepe Rosso to Go has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up, it was right…read morearound the corner from my home and some of my favorite childhood memories were made on those surrounding streets. Even now, 25 years later I still find myself going back. Every visit takes me right back to being care free kid running around Greenwich Village then going for amazing meal with my family. Few places in NYC can hold that kind of nostalgia for me and Pepe Rosso to go always will.

The food was good, but the service was such a standout here. The friendly staff regularly checked…read morein on me. On a weekday evening, the restaurant was quiet when I stepped in but filled with conversation and groups as dinnertime approached. The complimentary bread is the kind of bread I want when it's complimentary. It was fluffy, flavorful, and paired well the olive oil. The Penne Vodka with Pancetta had perfectly al dente pasta. I had some leftover sauce on my plate, and one of the staff members said I had to dip the bread in it. He brought me a new basket of bread (which I also devoured). The Peach Gelato was smooth and creamy with the perfect amount of peach flavor.

This quaint, walk-in-only trattoria has a small menu but quality ingredients and great flavor. The…read moreInsalata dell'Orto was light and bright, with a julienned presentation. The pasta pomodoro featured a vibrant sauce and al dente tonnarelli. The servers were friendly and attentive. I'll be back.

This is the second time I have had a great experience at Maestro Pasta. I am a proud…read moreItalian-American and know the difference between the cuisine of Penne-Vodka and Chicken Parm and the true cuisine of Italy. (By the way I do like a good Penne Vodka or Chicken Parm, it has its place on Long Island....sorry not sorry) This place and specifically its pasta brings you to Italy. We watched the pasta machine work as we ordered a bolognese, cacio e Pepe, and a Amatriciana. So freshly prepared with a great , friendly, knowledgeable staff from Italy. We loved the starter of thinly sliced prosciutto with burrata and arugula. Their fried bread was a really nice too and great for the scarpetta! All went down with a young drinkable Chianti. Too full for even a simple espresso after the meal!!! Grazie Mille, Meastro, it was great to talk with Alessandro (owner/manager) on the way out as well. Wish I lived in the city to frequent more!

Met friends for drinks at Maestro's, an Italian restaurant on MacDougal Street in Greenwich…read moreVillage, located along one of the neighborhood's busier stretches. The restaurant has a fun and distinctive design, with some tables featuring swing-style seats suspended from the ceiling. The interior is warm and rustic, with plenty of wood furnishings and décor, an open kitchen, and a few televisions throughout the space. My friends ordered the pasta and meatballs, along with the polenta fries served with cheese on the side. I tried a few bites of the fries which were enjoyable, with the polenta fries being a nice alternative to traditional fries. Most of the cocktails on the menu were priced between $18 and $20, including the spritzes, which, in my opinion, should cost a bit less than liquor-based cocktails. I ordered the Hugo Spritz ($19), made with St-Germain, Prosecco, and soda. It was well balanced, refreshing, and not overly sweet. Our waiter was very friendly and Italian, which added to the restaurant's authentic feel. Overall, I enjoyed the experience, though I found both the food and drink prices to be a tad pricey.

The family, chef and staff who run Sweet Dreams Café are very lovely people! The ambiance is quite…read morecute in the evening as there is some soft music playing in the background and the decor of the café is also very artistic and historic. We were given samples of the sweet potato gnocchi, sweet potato soup and samples of the lentil soup to try which were all very good. The mushrooms that were paired with the sweet potato gnocchi were my favorite as it gave the dish a very umami savory flavor in contrast to the subtle sweetness of the gnocchi. We had the pesto orecchiette pasta as one of our main dishes and it was amazing! Just perfectly al dente and the pesto was very yummy. Pictured is also the focaccia bread which you can get on the side. For dessert we tried the cannoli and the cheesecake which is made with ricotta instead of standard cream cheese. I enjoyed the cannoli more than the cheesecake but my friend enjoyed the cheesecake more than the cannoli. Different strokes for different folks. Overall I would recommend this place if you're in the area. The café is also certified kosher for those who have that restriction.

Eyed this gem through the window of the Tenement Museum gift shop where we had a wonderful tour…read more Who knew it would turn out to be an extension of a wonderful afternoon of rich cultural history! Located in the lobby of the Blue Moon Hotel, this family-operated cafe serves kosher Italian entrees and pastries. As it was the middle of the afternoon, we opted for lattes and the latter. I had the owner's grandmother's recipe Tuscan Italian Cheesecake made with marscapone and ricotta. Light as air and subtlety sweet, it was the perfect nosh. Mine juxtaposed nicely with friend's treat, another cafe specialty, the rich and delicious Signature Chocolate Cupcake. The day we were there, they had 5 different flavors of fresh-baked biscotti: lemon, pistachio, cranberry and white chocolate chip, chocolate almond and orange chocolate chip. Needless to say we each got a to-go order. The building itself is historic, built in 1879 and is the second oldest tenement building in the neighborhood. If you are going to the Tenement Museum, you cannot miss this amazing addendum as a cultural experience.

Nice spot near soho with good walk-in availability. Went here for lunch and the place is well done…read moreand cozy. Went got there at around 2:30 and received the brunch menu, it seems that around 3 PM the menu changes to dinner because the table that came after us got some dishes we hadn't seen. Ordered the agnolotti and the Caesar salad. Both were very good. The Caesar is dressed generously and topped with pepper and breadcrumbs. The agnolotti is filled with a soft white cheese and covered in a spicy tomato sauce. Overall, solid food, nice spot, not crowded for lunch. Would go again!

Went here when visiting a girlfriend in the city and enjoyed it! But I didn't DIE for it, however I…read morewould still come back. What I mainly loved was the vibes, the cute waiter, and the Gwenyth Paltrow type random health branded coca-cola. I got the squid ink pasta and my friend got something green... I assume pesto. Both were good! But again, mainly liked the vibes and the free match books you get at the host stand. A bit of a pricey spot but would come back if I was feeling fancy and wanted a skinny girl coca-cola.

I visited using a Pulsd deal that included an appetizer, two entrées, a dessert, and a bottle of…read morewine. We started with the calamari, which was crispy and flavorful, although a bit oily for my taste. For our entrées, I had the chicken parmesan and my husband ordered the penne with chicken. Both dishes were delicious, generously portioned, and very satisfying. We chose white wine and were served Pinot Grigio, which paired nicely with our meal. For dessert, we shared the chocolate mousse cake, and it was the highlight of the evening! It tasted similar to a Ferrero Rocher chocolate, rich and creamy, without the hazelnut pieces. The atmosphere was welcoming, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe was great. Despite a couple of minor critiques, the food was enjoyable and the experience was well worth it. I would definitely return.

Food- no better than grocery store Service - terrible. Had…read moreto flag the server down for everything Ambiance- dirty menus and tables.

The overall ambiance was nice and very well decorated giving off the Italian family style…read morerestaurant. The waiters were good as well. Checking on your table and moving to each and every person. However, the food came to a disappointment to me. The sangria was very watered down. The warm bread was good! The pasta was not something to rage about. My lasagna was tasteless. Just cheese, noodles, and sauce.

A classic. You can't go wrong eating a meal here. I must have been here a dozen times and have…read moretaken plenty of family here too. The service and food are always top notch.

My only regret is not having enough time to enjoy another meal here. This may not be a super fancy…read morerestaurant, serving special cuts of beef or select seafood (blah blah blah), I don't even know if they make their own pasta, but everything I tasted here was really good and the flavors were amazing. I guess I am speaking as a commoner. The service was nice and quick, we were accommodated at all times, starting with putting together tables for us, and making a special drink for my girlfriend, and other extras. The food was extremely good, and again, even if this meal was not filled with rare gourmet ingredients, everything was good and very affordable. I definitely want to go back.

Had a group outing on a rainy Saturday evening, and we had a wonderful time at Spaghetti Incident!…read moreThe spot is cozy, warm and welcoming as soon as you enter. We had a nice table set up for our group by the window, and the staff took great care of us. We order a round of drinks ranging from limoncello to martinis and a few appetizers (burrata, calamari, and brussel sprouts) to start. Most of us got pasta for our main course, of which they have a wide selection of options. I had the porcini with tagliatelle pasta and it was absolutely fantastic. Highly recommend! It was so flavorful and the pasta was perfectly al dente. I easily could've had another plate. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience with spaghetti incident, and I definitely have it on my list to go back again. It's a solid option for date night or a small group setting and was the perfect warm satisfying meal on a cold rainy day.