Our favorite date night spot in NYC - ambiance, food, drinks, service.... Knocks it all out of the park. Our menu staple recs: - focaccia - little gem caesar - heirloom panzanella (seasonal) - crispy potatoes "millefoglie" - roasted cauliflower - rigatone calabrese (MUCH better than the pappardelle) - mafaldine pasta (it's worth it, trust me) - we haven't tried a ravioli we didn't like - risotto: finally tried and it was delish - tirsmisu is FIRE read more

{Overall: 3.5; Food: 3.5} Ambiance: 4; Service: 4 Carlotto is enjoyable, but on the more expensive side for what it is. The pastas are good and the ambiance is dark, romantic, and intimate. Service is good and the overall experience is pleasant. I enjoy the food, but it is not something I find myself craving, which makes it harder to justify the prices. read more

Service was impeccable and the vibes are always on point here. Drinks were great. However the food quality appears to have gone down. I used to salivate over the lobster Mafaldine which is no longer on the menu. We did love the focaccia and little gem Ceasar and the veal parm was pretty gooe. But we got two pastas (papardelle ragu and the crab cavatelli) and both were mediocre at best. read more

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Service, ambiance were good. Do the three-course prix fixe menu. It's worth the price and the portions of the pasta are big as well. Wish more pasta options were part of the prix fixe menu with no supplemental charge but oh well. read more

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Service and ambiance was practically perfect. The food was amazing! Highly recommend. read more

Carlotto - A lovely evening. Never got a picture of the food. It was delicious - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The care that was taken into each table is truly impressive. Our server was very attentive and made sure everything was safe for me as I have a few food allergies. The hostess was doing just as much as our server from side work to helping the bartender with drinks to bussing tables she was on it. The manager as well was attentive to everyone dining and made sure everything went smoothly. The atmosphere was intimate and well lit so you could read the menu without the lighting being so in your face. I went for restaurant week with a few friends and the place was packed for a summer Sunday night. It was a choice of one antipasti, one pasta, risotto, or secondi and one dolce. We had focaccia for the table (not included with restaurant week), which was light and fluffy and served with salted butter and olive oil, for antipasti I was recommended the crispy baby artichokes with lemon and shaved pecorino which did not disappoint and reminded me of crispy potatoes. My friends had Beef tartare and Zucchini Fritters highly recommend as well. For the second course I had lasagna with bolognese, crispy mushrooms, béchamel (sauce that mac n cheese is based) and mozzarella and it did not disappoint. My friends had Ricotta Cavatelli and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni (which wasn't listed on the menu online and seemed to have replaced the Spaghetti Carbonara online). For dolce I had my all time favorite Tiramisu as I looooooooove coffee and while very delicious it was a bit heavy on the coffee. My friends had the strawberries & cream verrina and Limoncello (also very strong). I also had the Calypso cocktail which was good. If you like strong drinks it's the place for you, next time I will get a mocktail. I will definitely come back here for cousins night or with a date, truly an amazing restaurant experience. read more

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I liked pretty much everything about this place. We had the manager come by a couple of times. The service was very attentive and the feeling inside was a bit dark but great for a group a date a business then are pretty much anything. The food was top-tier. The kitchen was open and very transparent. I was watching them cook a few key dishes, and the pictures are attached. You'll really like how they make you feel special. Perhaps this is great for a birthday dinner. Portions were large. read more

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Great spot for restaurant week, would definitely visit again in the future. Almost was able to try a little bit of everything with everyone at the table doing restaurant week. read more

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Great food and the view from the chefs counter is entertaining. All the pastas looked great - went with the lobster pasta and was not disappointed. Generous portions and not badly priced for the area and quality of food. read more

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I had an early weekend dinner reservation for two people. Overall, this isn't the best Italian in the city. However, I enjoyed my meal and I think this is a good option if you're craving Italian (and it's a lot easier to get a res here versus many of the other well known spots!) Ambiance / Service: romantic and intimate, but restaurant is pretty open. Dim lighting, brick walls, candles. There were a lot of dates. This would also be good for large groups. Even though there's a dress code online, most people were dressed very casual (jeans, tshirts). Service was good. Food: I would recommend the tasting menu. Based on what we wanted to order it ended up being a better deal. I ordered the below between two people and it was the perfect amount of food: -Pinsa Romana: comes with 3 slices. I enjoyed this, but noticed most tables got the focaccia which actually looked better. -Little Gem Caesar: perfect caesar, crisp lettuce, cheesy, garlicky, lemony. Would order again. -Crispy Baby Artichokes: fried perfectly, not greasy. I thought it needed some type of sauce/aioli though. It was a bit dry. Probably wouldn't order again. -Rigatoni Calabrese: cooked well, has a nice kick to it. Very saucy. But I didn't see or taste any sausage... -Mafaldine Nere: best thing we ordered. Highly recommend. Lots of lobster chunks. Sauce is somewhat subtle and lobster is sooo buttery. -Hazelnut Croccante: not too rich, enjoyed. Good to share with someone else. -Affogato: pretty standard, but enjoyed. read more

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Service was prompt. Risotto was good but the mushrooms were a little soft. Artichokes were tasty. The branzino skin could have been crispier. Loved the lit stairs to the bathroom. read more

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This restaurant has been open for 2 years and definitely is making an impression. The restaurant staff are very pleasant and professional. They do adhere by what seems like a strict reservation system. If you are late and they are booked, they give you notice of table time. Ambiance is beautiful. There is seating at the bar, tables. Chef counters, large private room downstairs. Order the focaccia. You won't regret it Food: we opted for the prefixe with an appetizer, entree, and desert. Loved the yellowtail crudo. The ginger citrus sauce took it to another level. Also had the grilled octopus. It was cooked perfectly. Note: there is crumbled sausage in dish. Pastas: mafaldine nere- lobster, garlic, heirloom cherry tomatoes, pangrattato SO GOOD ANF FLAVORFUL. they don't skimp on the lobster either. It's amazing. Order it. My friend also tried the pappardelle al ragù di cinghiale that has wild boar. She raved about it. We also ordered the brodetto di pesce- branzino, shrimp, scallop, mussels, clams, tomato, fennel. This sauce was well flavored and perfect. The tomatoes were fresh and flavor is balanced. I especially loved the branzino and scallops. It's served on fennel that's in spaghetti form. It pairs nicely with sauce and not too heavy. I had a rum based drink which was tasty. I will be back. read more

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This is a really great spot in Gramercy with delicious food and wine. Beautiful bar and seating area, good service read more

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Came here with my daughter last minute the evening before she left for college. So glad we did. It's fun and dimly lit and filled with people on dates and groups of young beautiful people. We started with the burrata salad and grilled bread, which was delicious and filling enough for a meal. Then I had the risotto, perfect the done and somehow light. Amazing service. Perfect place to make my 18-yearold daughter AND me very happy. read more

Side note: If you are planning on ordering the prix fixe, make sure everyone is getting it. It's not listed online but the table as a whole had to get it and in order for two other folks in our group not to get it, we had to pull some chicanery and have them as a separate table. Next door to Oceans and apparently related at least according to some other reviews, this is a nice newer Italian spot with a killer deal. There's a 3 course special for $65 consisting of one antipasti, one pasta/risotto/secondi, and one dolce with some courses being very worthy supplements. The lighting is a tad dark but the ambiance is otherwise nice and I could see this being a good date spot. While waiting for the rest of the group, I got a Boulevardier from the cocktail menu with Taconic cabernet cask bourbon, Mulassano bitter, and Marolo Rosso for $20 from the negroni section which was alcohol forward as expected with some bitterness and earthiness but not too much. It was a pretty solid red vermouth negroni and I would probably recommend it. The service was solid giving good recommendations to other folks based on whether they wanted a lighter or heavier meal and the such. For my antipasti, I went with the Slow Roasted Lamb Rib "Presse" with salsa verde, pickled chanterelles, and walnuts which would normally be $25 and is included without any supplemental charge. The lamb was fork tender and quite tasty with the pickled mushrooms adding some nice sourness to help with the richness. The walnuts were a unique extra crunch to the dish while the salsa verde added some good freshness. This didn't taste particularly Italian but it was tasty and I would recommend it. Another person enjoyed the meatballs and someone else loved the burrata appetizer. For my main dish, I went with the Lasagne Al Forno with ragù bolognese, wild mushrooms, béchamel, and mozzarella which is $38 and is a $7 supplement to said prix fixe. The portion size of the ragu was enormous and it was well worth the surcharge. The ragu had a good tomato base with plenty of meat and was a bi thicker/chunkier than expected. The mushrooms added plenty of earthiness and there was also a large amount of cheese. I would have preferred a bit more crisp to the pasta but otherwise no real complaints and for lasagna fans, this would be a must order. Other people got various pastas and the person who got the Mafaldine Nere for $7 extra in particular said the lobster was excellent. My dessert was the Strawberries & Cream Verrina with raspberry sorbet, strawberry granita, Sicilian pistachio, and dacquoise for $14. The dessert was definitely on the sour end and almost too much so and was probably my least favorite course but was still decent. I know someone else got the affogato which looked excellent and someone else paid $5 extra for the Hazelnut Croccante which they liked a lot. For the price point, it's hard to complain. The supplements are worth it and even if you don't get said supplements, the options are varied enough for an excellent meal. Mid 4 for the deal combined with excellent quality. I can see this place staying popular for a long time. read more

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Carlotto was on my list of restaurants for my last visit to NYC last year, but we never made it in, so I made sure it was on our list of restaurants for our girls' trip to NYC this year. And it did not disappoint! First, everyone from the hostess to our amazing waitress was amazing. The service is attentive, warm, and friendly. The vibe is cozy, comforting, and the noise level was perfect enough for me and my 5 friends to have a lively conversation without yelling across the table, but we never felt like we had to whisper either. It's a really fun vibe here. The wine list is top notch. I love the variety of wines at different price points. We had a delightful and food-friendly Nebbiolo, and a couple of my girlfriends ordered cocktails and mocktails that they enjoyed. Now onto the food. Oh my. I am still dreaming of my Mafaldine Nero - the lobster with squid ink pasta. The pasta was cooked perfectly, there was a nice amount of buttery lobster meat, and the crunchy topping added the right amount of texture to the dish. My friends enjoyed a risotto, the agnolotti (I'm getting that next time!), and the raviolo, which was also executed beautifully. We enjoyed a few sides, too, including focaccia, crispy artichokes, the slow roasted lamb, and the waitress brought us a plate of crispy potatoes. For dessert, the hazelnut croccante is amazing!! All of the dishes were enjoyed with high praise while we were eating, and my friends and I still text each other about craving certain dishes from that dinner. The prices were well priced for the quality and the quantity, especially in NYC and compared to similar restaurants in the city. Highly recommend you make a reservation if you're in the area. I will definitely be back during future trips to NY! read more

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While Carlotto is not yet a Torrisi or L'artusi, it certainly feels like your Wednesday night version of either of those spots with a really lovely Italian menu, some great dishes, a good space, and potentially better service than many other higher end italian spots in NYC. The waiter, runner, and sommelier all introduced themselves to me, treated me so well, and actually had a good time with our table. We didn't get to try everything on the menu, but of what we did have the Crudo was solid - unique taste, not the best Crudo I've ever had, but very good all the same. The Little Gem Caesar was exactly what you would expect. It was good, but not spectacular. The Cinghiale was also pretty good, but again, nothing over the top spectacular. And the Veal Parm was good, but we were getting full, and I don't think quite as good as Emilio Balato's. Desserts however were on the great side, with the tiramisu being my fave! For good italian in Flatiron, this is a good spot...maybe they can grow and become a Torrisi one day, but for now, I'm not going to argue with them. read more

Carlotto - Veal Parm - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Went here recently with a group of girlfriends for a casual Wednesday night dinner and catch-up session. We arrived earlier than our reservation but were seated right away, which was a great start. Our server was fantastic, she was super patient and full of great recommendations. Most of us opted for the prix fixe dinner at $65, which was an amazing deal. The appetizers and desserts were definitely the highlights, while the mains could've used a bit more seasoning. Overall, it was a wonderful evening with great service and a relaxed atmosphere. I'd definitely recommend dining here! read more

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Very delicious food, casual atmosphere and quick service. We only shared one rigatoni calebrese and roasted cauliflower on the side and they were both delicious. Would definitely come back! read more

Pasta in NYC has been pretty hit or miss for me, especially coming from California where we've got solid options all over. A friend recommended this place, and I've got to say, it's easily cracked my top 3 Italian spots in the US. The ambiance is what you'd expect from a nice Italian date spot in the city - cozy, dim lighting, romantic without trying too hard. What really stood out though was the service. Our waiter very friendly and not overbearing, just super attentive in the small ways that matter. After each course, he wiped down the table and cleared every scrap without us having to ask. Drinks stayed full the whole time. Honestly, more thoughtful than some of the Michelin spots I've been to. Food wise, the pasta was spot on. The penne with marinara had just the right amount of heat and the texture was exactly where it should be. The clams in our other dish were very high quality and was meaty while being cooked perfectly. The standout was the malfadine with lobster. Simple sauce, but every element was done right. The lobster was juicy and tender and the pasta wasn't tough at the edges like it can be at other places. Even the focaccia had that nice airy but chewy texture that's hard to get right. Already telling my friends about this place and I'll definitely be back! read more

A great dining experience is a combination of amazing food and great service, and this place has both in spades. We dined here over Labor Day weekend and it was a fantastic experience, in every way. The staff here is incredible - warm, welcoming and helpful. I don't think you can go wrong with any dish, but for us the standouts were the mortadella and stracciatella starter, the crispy baby artichokes, the grilled octopus and the sweet corn agnolotti. Not to mention the smooth, rich hazelnut croccante. Everything was cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with the excellent nebbiolo our server recommended. The atmosphere is elegant but not at all stuffy, with beautiful lighting throughout. And just to reiterate, the staff here is one of the highlights - they're a well-oiled team of professionals who go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and taken care of. Highly recommended! read more

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3 stars for the incredibly slow service but five stars for the quality of food, value for prix fixe, ambience and decor. Our server took a long time to take our order, give us our check, and collect our payment. All in all, our dinner was 2.5 hours long and I can easily say over 30 minutes of that was just waiting for our server to come to our table... not ideal. Thankfully we were not bound to a certain time frame but it was still annoying to wait so long. Onto the good stuff. The restaurant is beautiful and well decorated. It did remind me of a nice restaurant I went to in Siena with the brick and rounded ceiling. The bathrooms are also modern and they use hand towels which is a nice touch. However, some people don't know how to flush the toilet using the device on the wall so that left some unpleasant surprises... The prix fixe deal (3 courses for $65) is awesome. I loved all my dishes (the heirloom carrot salad, the spaghetti with clams, and the tiramisu). The Phony Negroni spirit-free cocktail was also good! I also noticed they have a happy hour with generous hours so would love to come back for that in the future. There also seemed to be a back room for private parties which looked very nice and intimate. read more

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I really enjoy this restaurant and have been with my husband a couple times when we had tickets to Irving Plaza. The food is delicious and the wine as well. Great atmosphere and knowledgeable staff. read more

I really enjoy Carlotto. I've been here for both dinner and happy hour, and the ambiance is perfect--dim, moody, and inviting. Their happy hour menu is excellent with a variety of offerings: * House-Made Focaccia: Thick, fluffy, and drizzled with olive oil--an indulgent starter. * Cantabrian Anchovies & Butter: Salty anchovies on toasted garlic bread. It's an interesting combination, but a little too salty for my taste. I could skip this one. * Tuna Stuffed Pepper: This didn't really impress me and can probably be passed over. * Pinsa Romana: Prosciutto on crisp bread with fresh arugula and a generous amount of Parmesan. A solid and satisfying choice. * Lasagne al Forno: Nicely layered with rich ragù Bolognese. While decent, it didn't quite blow me away. * Mafaldine Nere: My absolute favorite! It came with large chunks of lobster and cherry tomatoes--simply delicious * Hazelnut Croccante: It was very good, but overly sweet. The pasta here is exceptional, and you really can't go wrong with any of their options. read more

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Carlotto was fantastic, one of the better experiences I've had in Manhattan! The space feels new and thoughtfully planned, down to even small details like the touch screen for the toilets. Welcome to 2024, even the bathroom is high tech! The open floor plan makes you feel like you can see the bar and the kitchen no matter where you're seated. At the same time, they pull off a classically elegant vibe with the subdued lighting and dark wood. The food was excellent! The octopus was prepared perfectly, paired nicely with beans and some "spicy" sausage (Italian spice scale, so basically mildly inconvenient). The polpette were fantastic, the meatballs were surprisingly light, and the cheese that came on top was out of this world. For pasta, the rigatoni dish was amazing. Perfectly al dente, and the sauce was delicious without being overpowering. For dessert, the hazelnut croccante was so good, with a variety of textures from the dense mousse to the crunchy praline. Not too sweet, dear reader. There, I said it, now you have to order it. Service was outstanding, definitely treat yourself to great Italian dining here! read more

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What an amazing restaurant, definitely recommended! The food looks delicious but during this visit I stayed on the bar side cause I wanted some nice girl talk and cocktails I chose the right place to go! But if you want to go for a dine in experience they do offer a restaurant week menu with a 3 course meal, what an amazing deal We went for cocktails and had so much fun listening to our Bartenders recommendations The expresso Martini is a must, is sweet and a perfect start to our night, my sister ordered a Late Checkout which was refreshing and on the sweet side. The manager introduced himself very politely and suggested I tried La prima, which also had expresso in it and IT DID NOT disappoint is a perfect convo to continue with the coffee flavour throughout the night! The bartender also recommended trying the Solari for my sister which is also a cocktail on the sweet side, and it was very enjoyable! The experience overall was magnificent, I love trying places that feel warm even tho they look high end, cause it makes you feel welcome and with feelings of coming back Everyone in the team is amazing, but high praise to the Manager Marvin and to our bartenders, Jesus and Sol read more

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So, first time here. Our waiter, Johnny, was so pleasant, kind attentive and helped us to choose dishes he thought we would enjoy. All of his recommendations were great. No regrets. We started with the crispy artichokes and the mushroom crespelle (crepe with mushrooms and mild goat cheese) which was light and such a great start. For dinner, we had the bone in NY strip (medium) which was cooked to perfection and my friend enjoyed the stuffed pasta. Cocktails were delicious, made by the sweetest bar tender, Zahira. Not powerful. Really made to enjoy not to get trashed. I ordered the margarita and my friend ordered the piglet. We thought they were well worth the money. Ambiance is romantic, calm, peaceful and intimate. We were seated in the corner which allowed us to have plentiful conversation without feeling like we were yelling at each other. Music in the background was not overpowering. Overall, will be returning. Enjoyed our time. read more

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Found this place by looking for something special for the beau and I on a Saturday evening. We could only procure a reservation for 5:30 at the bar which was fine with us. In the end, this proved to be the best experience mostly because of our server Zhahara who was an absolute pleasure. She gave us great conversation, stellar service, and went the extra mile for us. The food here is excellent. Upscale, imaginative, and traditional dishes fill the menu. We opted for the three course prix fixe menu which is a great deal at $65. Of course the beau and I ordered the item with the largest supplement but hey that's how we roll. I had my first affogato which I loved and while I would never order the strawberries and cream dessert I am so glad we did because it was divine. The restaurant is warm and inviting, with a chic and hip vibe without all the pretentious fuss. Get the lamb rib "presse"! read more

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I went there for their restaurant week course? and I enjoyed my experience thoroughly. The ambiance was great, the server had good recommendations, and the food was good I highly recommend the seafood pasta as well as the lamb as the appetizer. Those were the highlights of this meal. read more

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4.5 stars I had the pleasure of choosing the destination for our work team's holiday dinner, and I selected Carlotto. The reviews, pictures, and menu all sounded amazing, so we were excited to give it a shot. The restaurant was stunning - dark, sleek, modern, and seductive. It was also extremely packed on that Thursday evening. We were taken to a small corner booth, where we got comfortable and were immediately asked about our water preferences. In fact, we found the service very efficient throughout the experience. We started by ordering some beverages, and I went with the "Paradiso" Margarita, which contained a sweet, tart blend of Absolut vanilla vodka, Chinola passionfruit liqueur, and prosecco for a bit of bubbles. I completely adored it and would definitely rank it up there as one of my favorite cocktails of all time! We also got a few appetizers to share. There were thin slices of garlic toast that were topped with a layer of butter and then a Cantabrian anchovy. There was a bit too much butter for my liking, but it was a really delicious bite regardless. Then came the Heirloom Carrot Salad with creamy Stracciatella, smoked almonds, and sweet golden raisins, which had an excellent blend of flavors, colors, and textures. The crispy baby artichokes had a bright freshness thanks to lemon bagna cauda and mint. They were then heavily covered with shaved pecorino. For my main course, I opted for the Pappardelle with a slow-cooked, wild boar ragu and Parmesan cheese, which was hearty and delicious. After our great, separate entrees, we went back to sharing a few desserts. The Tiramisu was the ideal balance of cream, coffee, and fluffy lady fingers. While I really liked that treat, I found the Hazelnut Croccante to be even better. The dense mound of chocolate-hazelnut mousse had been drizzled with chocolate sauce and topped with a praline crunch and candied cherries; it was decadent, but also light. We were all very impressed with Carlotto, and I mentally congratulated myself on yet another fantastic pick! read more

4.5 stars Ambience: feels like a classic NYC upscale restaurant movie set. Great for date night, girls/guys night, small gatherings. While they can do large parties, this would need to be booked in advanced given the limited tables. Large bar with seating Service: outstanding. Felt like we had Michelin star service the whole night. Drinks: extensive wine list. The late checkout was delicious, strong, but also light. Perfect summer drink. Also they have a happy hour :) Food: Must order: -garlic toast with anchovies and butter. It was decadent, delicious and a perfect bite of food. - calabrese: the spicy sausage elevated this dish above the others - lasagna - strawberry Verrina was light The roast cauliflower was excellent and a great side dish to the main meals. Good but could skip: ragu cinghiale, beef carpaccio, veal chop I would go back and try other dishes as they had an extensive menu. read more

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The appetizers were better than the mains. Ambiance is great and service by Dennis was fantastic, the other one not so much. Espresso martini was good and whatever the dessert drink was which they have over a 100 selection of which I think was rucollino smelled like jaeger which put me off but it was ok and went well with the tiramisu which was good. The Vulcan drink tasted like an old fashion which was good but not what I was expecting. The creme cacao had no presence in the drink. The carpaccio was fantastic. Salty but great. The burrata was delicious and creamy with enough oil and the prosciutto with white gold parmigiana was excellent. The lasagna was just ok. The malfadini was disappointing as had an off taste of bad seafood which came from the lobster but was still edible and ok. Surprising as the sister restaurant was oceans so your seafood should be cared for better. The rigatoni and the pappardelle was better for sure. The wild boar was not that plentiful. I feel like each main was just missing the mark. The verrina was so delicious and sweet. Sorbet really made it. All in all not bad read more

Carlotto - Malfadini rigatoni lasagna and pappardelle - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

This place has a really nice vibe, and it's perfect for a date night. I had pasta and my friend had the sea bass. The service was really prompt, and the waitress was pleasant. This is the sister restaurant to oceans next door. We sat at the chefs counter which was a cool experience. read more

Carlotto - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

I came here for restaurant week with a friend. The restaurant is beautiful and inviting. It's very easy to sit for hours chatting. The service here is excellent. They do a proper coat check, the waiter checks in on you always in the right way. The food came out at the right pace and the plates were not even attempted to be cleared before everyone is done . They also change out your silverware after each course which is a plus. I felt amazing dining here. I started off with the crudo whoch is not the normal crudo (tuna) that they have on the regular menu. I did enjoy the crudo both in its playing and flavor profile. My friend thought the Cesar was generously sized and had lots of great parmigiana cheese which she loved. The second course I had the branzino. The fish was cooked and seasoned very well. What I was not a fan of was the accompaniments that felt over pickled or vinegary. Also it was burying the fish and I couldn't understand why, wish the dish was with a side of grilled lemon butter veggies or parsnip puree or potatoes anything would have been better. My guest said the wild boar ragu was good. She wished it was beef or pork instead of the boar as she found it a little gamey, but still enjoyed the meal. We both finished with an affogato that was delicious. I did forget to note that my guest ordered the margarita and she said it was superb and strong. I had the Cabernet blend that I thought was good but I like a true Cabernet better. read more

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Visited Carlotto for a special occasion dinner and had pleasant time. Upon entry the ambience is warm yet classy with a sleek look. Perfect for a dinner date. It was full on a Saturday night so I recommend making reservations although there were walk-ins sitting at the bar. Ordered the focaccia bread, lobster pasta and the lasagna. Bread was a bit salty but soft with a crispy exterior. Lobster pasta was light and refreshing. The lasagna was a bit underwhelming, top layer was charred. I think it was overcooked which made the dish a bit dry overall but had a nice taste. The tiramisu was great! Mostly 4/5 because of the restaurant itself and service. read more

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Stumbled in on the fly after shopping at the nearby Union Square Holiday Market. Very intimate and lovely interior. I sat at the bar and enjoyed their prix fixe dinner menu. Delectable octopus appetizer, followed by one of the best mushroom risottos I have ever tried. If you are a fan of mushrooms, this is a must try. The tiramisu was okay, wish the portion had been smaller. The passionfruit vanilla cocktail to start and Chianti wine to finish were great too. Service was excellent. read more

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Food and wait staff were excellent. Nice atmosphere too. My only criticism would be that the service was a bit rushed Otherwise a good experience read more

Carlotto is the perfect place to grab a late night drink, or dinner with friends. Everything from the food to the service at Carlotto is excellent. I have been to Carlotto a few times now, and most recently had dinner with my boyfriend and a friend; we were all blown away by the food and the gorgeous ambiance. When you enter Carlotto you cannot help but notice the beautiful architecture, from the arched ceiling to the wine storage, it truly is visually stunning. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. Here is what we had: To start: - house made foccacia (some of the best focaccia bread I have ever had) - burrata pugliese (perfect choice for the table and went great with the focaccia) Main Courses: - rigatoni alla gricia (love this dish, similar to a cacio e pepe, which I adore!) - risotto ai funghi porcini (my friend ordered this dish, and said that the truffle butter and ragu was amazing) - casarecce calabrese (the pasta was cooked perfectly and all the flavors of the sausage and stracciatella made the dish) Dessert: - tiramisu (could not stop eating! This is a must if you dine at Carlotto!) You will not be disappointed with whatever you order and I definitely plan on checking out other menu items soon. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

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5/5 for the ambiance. We were seated at the bar and the shelving, lighting and overall experience felt elevated and cozy. Cute spot for a date. Bartenders were wonderful, had great conversation as we waited for our drinks. I had a Cosmopolitan and a Negroni - classic cocktails, well made. Our dessert was the hazelnut croccante. Praline crunch was great texturally with the mousse. Enjoyed the sweet bite! Would come again to try the food. read more

Carlotto - Dessert Menu - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Great new neighborhood spot from the same group that owns Oceans next door. The ambiance and decor is intimate and lovely. We've been a few times now and have really enjoyed the food, cocktails, and service. Marvic, the manager of the restaurant, is terrific - polite and helpful. Service is super friendly and attentive. Food is delicious. They recently had a black & white truffle profiterole for truffle week that was incredible. One of the best desserts I have ever had. We especially love the Negroni creations. Highly recommend a visit. Food tips: Big Eye Tuna Crudo, Mozzarella di Bufala & Condimenti , black & white truffle profiterole (while it's still on the menu for truffle season) Drink tip: Rum Negroni read more

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