Although we attend many Broadway shows, this restaurant somehow had never been on our radar -- but we're glad we found it. We had a 7:00 PM curtain and chose this spot partly because of its reputation for getting theatergoers in and out efficiently. Our reservation was for 5:30 PM, though we were not seated until about 6:00 PM, so I would recommend allowing at least two hours before showtime just to be safe. Once seated, however, the evening flowed seamlessly. Service was prompt and professional, cocktails arrived quickly (and were excellent), and the food did not disappoint. We shared the Italian salad and a pasta entrée -- both were delicious, and the portions were enormous. We ended up leaving about half. Total bill for three, including tip, was around $180, which felt like a very good value given the quality, portions, and Midtown location. We'll definitely return before another Broadway show. read more

Amazing time for sharing food with everyone you know. This place is packed, so you have to make a reservation, and the tables are packed together pretty tightly, but the art deco posters and the jazzy oldies add for a great old school Italian vibe. Dishes are all served family-style with huge portions for 2-4. We did ask for a bread basket, which had an array of plain white, cheesy, and marinara topped bread. The chicken parmesan was sliced really then and covered with a generous layer of mozzarella. We paired with broccoli, which was sauteed and super garlicy. Both were more than plenty for two people. We planned on having leftover parm, but it was too delicious. We saw another table with the Titanic dessert, and we were jealous but too stuffed. Maybe next time! Despite the crowd, service was great and the bathrooms were clean. The food came quickly and was all delicious. This is a great place the larger your party size so you can try a little bit of everything. read more

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A great spot for a big group dinner - Carmine's accommodated our crazy table of 16 dancers! Family style is the way to go for a large party. They start you out with free bread which is always a plus. To drink, I had the Bella Rosa and it was OUTSTANDING - probably the highlight of my meal. There were a lot of "meat" items at the table so my one vegetarian and I were unfortunately stuck with very few options - the Penne Vodka and the Eggplant Parmesan (oh and a green salad). Both items were good but nothing to write home about. The desserts, however, were something to talk about: the Titanic and the Bread Pudding are must orders - and they were very delicious. read more

Cuisine: 7 Service: 6 Decor: 8 Value: 8 Overall: 7 After all these years, Carmine's is still one of the best place to eat for a large group of out-of-towners in the heart of Time Square imho. Does it have the best red sauce Italian food in NYC? No. Does it still have the best prices for giant platters? Maybe. Is it still a beautiful rustic looking restaurant that gives your guests the best Godfather vibes? Yes! Remember! Come with a group is my best advice. For me, the Fried Calamari is a must order at this place, though you need at least six eaters to finish the whole thing. Chicken Parm is very solid too. Way too much pasta, but I did enjoy the Penne alla Vodka. Everything else was alright, just not sure they are great deals anymore, especially the Baled Clams. I don't come here often and that's for good reason. However, give the restaurant its due respect for the purpose it serves - a decently priced meal for a large group in the middle of Time Square possibly rushing to catch a Broadway show. In that regards, this old school joint really fills the role. read more

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Dining at Carmine's is one of those classic New York experiences that really lives up to the hype. The place has a lively, old-school atmosphere that immediately makes you feel like you're part of something special. It's energetic, a little loud in the best way, and full of that unmistakable big-city charm. The portions are famously huge and meant for sharing, which makes the whole meal feel more like an event than just dinner. Everything I tried tasted comforting and full of flavor, the kind of hearty Italian food that feels both indulgent and satisfying. It's the perfect spot to go with family or a group of friends so you can try a variety of dishes and enjoy the experience together. Service was fast and organized even though the restaurant was packed, which says a lot about how well they handle the constant crowds. It can feel a bit hectic at times, but that's honestly part of what makes it memorable. If you're looking for a legendary New York restaurant that delivers generous portions, classic flavors, and a fun atmosphere, this is definitely a place worth visiting. read more

Carmine's - Time Square - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We had an event in carmines at a private room with 200+ people. Which I was so shocked because I had no idea that Carmines would be able to accommodate. Definitely a great spot for anyone planning a huge party, will keep this place in mind for my baby's parties. The food was served all family style, we got a plate for our section of the table about 6 people. Which I think it was not enough food. Every plate was cleared so fast. We got salad, eggplant parm (which was delicious!), pasta alla vodka and a chicken with spinach dish. Overall solid space for a large party, food was ok as well. They even have their own Carmines wine. read more

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First night in NYC with the fam and Carmine's was a great choice for all ages. I loved the family style sharing. We had the calamari which might have been the best calamari I've had. The Bolognese was loaded with flavor. We also tried a white sauce which was creamy and rich. To top off the night, we ordered the titanic for our birthday girl we were celebrating. The wait staff came out with this insane vessel of ice cream and sweet treats, while singing happy birthday! read more

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This classic Italian restaurant in the heart of Time Square still has its touch. Full house even it is already around 10 o'clock at night. I feel like we all came from a Broadway show . Sweet, accommodating and home cooked meal dining is their specialty. As expected, we got it all here tonight. We knew from the start that serving size is gigantic but cant help but to order two platter of favorites for tonight. I enjoyed the garlic and oil pasta tremendously. How it was cooked in its simplicity makes it more perfect. Tastes so good. The stuffed mushroom is full of surprises. My peach and cream beverage balance it all. It was a pleasurable evening with the crowd around us. read more

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Carmines was a place I visited as a tourist when I was a teen, a place I visited as a college student living in the city, and now two decades later, a place I still visit with my kids when we are in town. Although located in a very touristy area, we have always enjoy the vibe, staff and food at Carmines. It's a place where you go for decent Italian, and super large portions! The calamari and Ragu on our recent visit was great and the Sangria was a thumbs up too. read more

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Carmines is always a great option. From fantastic service, to delicious bread that's served while you wait for your meal, and high quality food, Carmines is one of my favorite places to eat at while in NYC. Highly recommend their Caesar salad. The dressing is incredibly rich, savory, and full of flavor. And the portions are enough for at least 5-6 people to have a full plate of salad. Highly recommend if you're near Times Square! read more

What a place to be after a show - we sat at the bar and had the best time ever. Saw many groups waiting for a table the whole time we were there, and I wouldn't say that is worth it, but if you can get a reservation or a spot at the bar, this place is great. Amazing cocktails and hugeeeee portions. The chicken parm was everything you want in a chicken parm and the espresso martini was divine. If I'm in Times Square I'll be thinking about this place read more

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Believe the hype. Great service from George S at the bar. A dozen excellent baked clams with toasted breadcrumbs and plenty of garlic butter for $31.95. Delicious- with complimentary focaccia bread for dipping in the butter sauce. A great Senza Spirito mocktail for the wife $11 and an ice cold Perino draft $9. Finished with an espresso- hot and comfy. Only disappointment was only one non alcoholic beer - Oduls which is horrible stuff, the manager should get Perioni NA beer. read more

Prices are higher than ever. Portions are smaller. Quality is mediocre. Service is horrible. Kid staff constantly on cell phones. Disappointing decline. read more

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We were visiting NY and heard Carmine's is a must try so we did. We booked a reservation but was sat down 30mins AFTER the reservation, the food was 2/10, bland and average. We did find the server a bit rude too. read more

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about 45 minutes during Christmas week around 10 PM with no reservation, which honestly impressed me given how busy it was. The staff was friendly, attentive, and kept things moving smoothly. Most of the food was flavorful and well portioned. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the chicken marsala, but everything else we tried was delicious. The atmosphere was lively and perfect for a late dinner in the city. Would definitely return and recommend, especially if you're looking for a solid spot in Times Square with great service and a fun vibe. read more

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Located off W 44th street in time square where there are plenty of foot traffic and plenty of activities and stores nearby. The place had a very vintage atmosphere with all the black and white pictures hanged up all over the restaurant. Our waiter Chen was very helpful by giving us a handful of suggestions based on what our preferences are. He also informed us that the whole restaurant is family style so everything should be shared. Caesar Salad($32.95)- I would say this is one of the best Caesar salads I ever had, everything from the richness of the dressing to the cheesy croutons were very good. The slight anchovy taste was also a nice surprise. Chicken Saltimbocca($38.95)- I would have preferred the chicken thighs over chicken breast since it was dry. The sauce was a little bitter and the spinach added a little earthiness to the dish. Shrimp Parmigiana($45.95)- Nicely breaded jumbo shrimp that was served over a light marinara sauce and covered with a layer of mozzarella cheese. Little Frankie Blue Eyes($8.00)- Very tasty non alcoholic drink with blueberry, pineapple, ginger beer and soda that was not overly sweet. I would suggest trying this place as a group because family style is a lot of food and this way you can try a variety of dishes. Would definitely recommend the Caesar Salad and Shrimp Parmigiana as they were both delicious Visited November 2025 Food- 8/10 Cleanliness- 9/10 Staff- 10/10 read more

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I've loved coming to Carmine's for years now. Expect a loud, big dining room atmosphere; like you're at grandmas for the holidays. Food is always good and servers are great too! I recommend making a reservation, specially during the evenings and weekends read more

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One of must visit restaurant in NYC Huge portion, affordable price, amazing service. And taste really good! read more

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Everything about this restaurant is absolutely amazing! I've been here for my graduation dinner and a dinner date. The food portions are family style which I loved. I love Italian food and this restaurant is Italian food heaven. The service here is phenomenal because the waiter is always attentive and periodically checks on you to see how things are going. Usually I get penne alla vodka pasta with grilled shrimp. I thoroughly enjoy the chicken parm with Cesar Salad as well. I've had the garlic bread with cheese and baked clams before. For dessert, I usually go with the Tiramisu. This place is ideal for large groups but if it's just you and someone else that works as well. I've been to the the Upper West Side location also. I've ordered to-go a few times in the past and will do in the future. read more

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Hands Up and Down!!!! I experienced the best veggie pasta that I have ever tasted for now, right here! It was conveniently located in Manhattan in the mix of everything. Allow me to note a few things: Family friendly check! Family portions check! Worth money check! Everything here is served big and I mean BIG, like TX BIG. The serving plated seemed to be about 18", I would say and nothing but fresh flavorful veggies in a homemade marinara sauce. I can't say enough about it. The staff were very courteous and seating was fast. Although there was a lot of traffic, once seated it, takes the edge off the large volume of patrons. Really great restaurant with really great people and food. So, until the next one, Bye -Bye! read more

If you go here, get the cheesy bread appetizer before your meal. If you didn't get it when you were there, go back now, like right now and get it, it's that good! Presented on a 3/4 Cookie sheet with about 8 pieces of Italian bread smothered in melting cheese, garlic and other spices. The highlight of the meal, really. The wife snd I shared ONE dish of the chicken Parmesan and we had over half a plate let over, it was really big. The parm was tender and the sauce was Carmine's own recipe of fresh sauce and spices. Love this place while we are in New York as it never disappoints. Hack: Make reservations but if you did not like us, just hover around the bar area and wait for someone to leave and grab their chairs. We have done this twice now and it works! Enjoy! read more

The server was very welcoming and knowledgeable of the menu. He also had birthday ice cream sent to the table for our celebration and it was a phenomenal delivery. The Caesar salad was probably my favorite thing. We ate it before I got a picture. The penne alla vodka was good. I really enjoyed the meatballs. The rigatoni & broccoli with white sauce was mediocre. read more

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We did not have a good experience at this location. Last night, we had a 6:00 reservation at Carmines. We were seated around 5:55 and gave our drink/food order at 6:00. At 6:09 (timestamp of photo I took), we got our drink order. At this time, the restaurant wasn't yet busy so we had an empty table next to us. That table was seated probably around 6:30. At 6:47, the table that was seated after us received their meal which was the exact same thing we had ordered. At this point, we were confused and had not seen our waitress since 6:09 when she delivered the drinks. I finally got up and asked a manager about the situation. He was not much help as he just asked one of the waiters to assist. The waiter asked if we wanted some bread for the inconvenience (which we never did receive). We waited another 5 minutes before our meal was finally delivered. The waitress did comp one of my husband's drinks, but I definitely expected a better experience when spending $120 for an entree and drink. Due to the bad service, we decided to forego dessert. With all of the food choices in NY, we will definitely go somewhere else next time. read more

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I thought me and Carmine were friends, but then he tried to kill me with food (the portions here are bananas). Like I assume everyone else that ends up here, we were in the area to see a Broadway show. This isn't something we do regularly, but we had some friends in from out of town and it was a good chance to play tourist. (Our waitress asked us where we were from though, and was very confused when we said Brooklyn.) This is a tourist spot for sure, but it's also a huge space that feels like a New York institution. The menu is massive, and so are the plates. It's actually the opposite of how I usually want to eat. I normally want to be able to try as many things as possible, but despite having a party of eight, we could still only order a few items. We rolled with: The Caesar Salad. It was MASSIVE, and delicious. A literal mountain of salad, and they brought a school of anchovies on the side since some of us didn't want them on top. The only drawback is that we ate most of the salad, and were actually already full before anything else came. The Hot Antipasto. We may has well have ordered giant blocks of cheese melted over seafood and then poured into our mouths. This platter includes Mussels Fra Diavolo, Clams Casino, Eggplant Rollatini, Stromboli with Prosciutto and Ricotta, Fried Fresh Mozzarella, Vegetable Stuffed Mushrooms, Cacio e Pepe Arancini, and Spinach & Artichoke Dip. It was not nearly as pretty as the photo on their website, but it was a HUGE portion of pretty tasty items. We brought most of it home in one box, and I ate it for a week. The Penne Alla Vodka. A classic. You know what it is, and it's delicious. They did it right. The Chicken Parmesan. Another classic, but to be honest with you, it was a little disappointing. Not as fresh and crisp as you want, but it mostly hit the spot. Combine all that with a complimentary bread basket, and a few martinis, and I left as full as I've ever really been. If you're stuck in Times Square, you can do a lot worse. read more

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Service is top tier. Food is amazing and the atmosphere is definitely a solid date night or a casual night out in the city. The red sauce was delicious and I'm a strawberry short cake snob and I'll say this is hands down the best short cake I have ever had the pleasure of eating thus far. read more

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After seeing Hell's kitchen, the Broadway show nearby, we decided to get dinner here. Unfortunately, if you don't have a reservation, you have to go on the list and it was over an hour Wait. There's not really an area to wait so you have to stay outside or by the takeout area. But they do have you squeeze in to leave room. It was super packed that night, which I'm pretty sure it's like that every night since it is in Times Square. It's pretty big too. Once we were called, we were sat upstairs. It has that old Italian feel with the white linen tables, chandeliers, and groups of people. Our server was very nice and welcoming. She gave us a rundown of the menu. The menu items are family style so if you get an order, it's great for four people . We didn't let that stop us from ordering lasagna and the pasta a la vodka. Needless to say, we have plenty of those leftovers as there was four of us at a party. You must get the vodka pasta. It was so good. I had like three servings. They also give you bread for your table and it's plentiful Their Cabernet was great, but it wasn't in your traditional wine glass. The espresso martini is a must with the Baileys. Overall, great food and great experience. read more

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I had bookmarked this restaurant on my Google Maps for when I visit Time square. We got there without reservations and were told it will be 15 minutes, well we sat at the bar and enjoyed a cold beer and final after 45 minutes I had to get the greeting desk call our name. The food portions were huge and from a distance it looked amazing, but once it served the truly laced flavor. I think they focused on the quantity with another quality food. The calamari, overcooked and dry, the view was also dry and mainly bread coated. The lasagna was mainly pasta with little sauce. The waiter was trying to upsell the wine claiming that they didn't have the bottle we wanted. All and all a tourist trap. read more

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We had an amazing server, he was so helpful and explained the menu so well. He asked if we had a broadway show and helped us put in our order faster because of it. The Chicken Scaloppine w/ Lemon & Butter was good and fed a group of four. We even had leftovers. The chicken was not dry at all. The meatballs were not to our liking, the texture was very sandy. It tasted very cheesy, and would be better for someone who likes cheese. If it came with more sauce, maybe we could've smothered away the grainy texture and cheesy taste. I could barely finish one meatball. It was very crowded inside and I would constantly hear the happy birthday song from almost every corner of the restaurant. This seems to be a popular place to celebrate birthdays. read more

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The hostess tonight was very rude and inconsiderate, we left. We made a reservation and they couldn't bother and they couldn't find it. We ended up at Dutch Fred's which was fabulously friendly and much more comfortable. You can Have a conversation. read more

It was appearing that our 7 pm was just a suggestion but the bartender was fun to watch and it wasn't too long after that we got a table. Our waiter was so helpful as I didn't realize that everything is served family style. And a party of two could have had a lot of food left over. Even sharing a salad and an entree we had food left over. We met fellow diners next to us and had a great conversation. Fun night! read more

Food & service ate great. The place is packed and loud but we love it. out server Jalen is the best. read more

Truly a great experience! The service was great! Hostess to our waiter's attention was always on point. The food was delicious and glad our waiter gave us the rundown of how to order. The portion were perfect for our party of 6. Steak was cooked to perfection! Bolognese and lasagna were also delicious! This is a must visit when in New York and must not pass this experience. Elegant yet casual setting for touristy visitors like ourselves. read more

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My first time here and it is very family oriented. Many parties of families only, which makes a lot of sense since all their dishes are family style and very big. Very Italian with the big dishes. I couldn't even finish mine with one more person so I got it to go and they give a nice reusable tote bag! It's not some simple paper bag that would just break on your way home, which always happens to me. I got the spaghetti with chicken parmigiana and it was really good! The server said this dish serves 4 to 5 people and it was definitely a lot. Spaghetti was very good and was not overly drenched in marinara sauce. Chicken was easy to cut and very tender. Besides that I got garlic bread without cheese. Did not realize that they are not long sticks and were just toasted loaves of garlic bread. Very oily and garlicky! They were so good! I got also the Frankie "Blue Eyes" blueberry lime soda and it was so good! Very fizzy and addicting. I was craving for more when I finished it. It was so good. My daughter got the Little Louie's Lemonade and it wasn't that great in my opinion. It was just very strawberry and sweet with a somewhat thick consistency. Not really my thing. My daughter did not really drink it either. The server gave us one plastic branded Carmine's cup of water for her to drink but did not give me a cup of water. It was just one cup of water only for my daughter. I thought I would have gotten a cup for myself too but I did not. Ambience is very homey and classy. Very dimly lit and classic Italian furniture and dining tables and chairs. White cloth and clothed stainless steel knives and forks. There are bouquets of flowers and many historic photos of people everywhere on the walls. Did not get to try the wine menu but they have an extensive list I would like to try if I were in a bigger group. I guess next time I will get one of their white wines with a bigger group. read more

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Had an amazing experience here and would definitely recommend to others. There was a long wait, but seating is open at the bar. I tried the shrimp with red sauce and penne noodles as well as the salmon with muscles and clams. Both are obviously very large portions and can be split in a family style set up. It would make for great value for birthday dinners and celebrations. The espresso martini was top tier. I love that they confirm whether you would like it sweet or not. The baileys is an additional add on. I also tried the calamari appetizer and loved it as well. I can't wait to return. read more

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When in New York, Italian food is a must, so when my friend & I met up with my cousin & his wife, they treated us to Carmine's, where it is a total family atmosphere. The service here is top notch all the way & the ambiance is fun, exciting, & festive. The food is served family style & it's fun choosing what entrees to have. We had linguini with marinara, a veal & spinach entree, stuffed mushrooms, drinks, & they presented me with a strawberry shortcake birthday treat that we all shared, as it was huge! Everything we had was so delicious & our waitstaff was amazing! My cousin goes here a lot & I see why. This is a GREAT place! Speaking of festivities, we celebrated my birthday a month early that night! I highly recommend this place! read more

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This is my 3rd visit, 2nd to this location. This is a nice place to dine family style. Has a great 1950's feel. Service was nice, place is always clean. Very busy and lively, reservations are recommended. I come here because my partner likes it, but if I'm being honest the food falls short for me. We had the spaghetti and meatballs ( not enough sauce for so many noodles ) chicken parmesan and penne alla vodka , The flavor is kind of bland, nothing amazing in my opinion. The calamari was my favorite part of the meal. Portions are great for the price and the drinks are tasty. Popular tourist attraction. read more

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Celebrated Valentine's Day here and it was amazing. The food was all family size and we ordered a clam pasta and calamari for two. Definitely way more than enough food, even had leftovers and the food was delicious. Definitely took awhile for pasta for come so even though we tried to wait, we finished almost half the calamari before the pasta arrived. The calamari was by far the best I've ever had! Pasta was served to us from the shared plate and was delicious.The service was great too, very polite and even saw them singing half birthday to the next table. The decor was also set up very rustic chic Italian style like in the olden days and give the vibe of a classic Italian family restaurant. We were also seated very comfortably with a large table for two people, as were other couples and tables of 2 which was a pleasant surprise considering how busy it is. Will definitely be coming back! Just keep in mind it's very hard to get reservations as they book out fast so keep that in mind! read more

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My friends and I managed to get a reservation here for lunch on a busy weekend and it was most of our first time coming to this famous restaurant and the five of us *very* comfortably shared 3 plates, family style. We ended up getting the caesar salad, a gluten-free pasta with calamari, and a chicken dish. Everything tasted so fresh and flavorful - I honestly couldn't decide which one was my favorite! The portion sizes are truly gigantic - the salads look like literal mountains. As someone with a gluten allergy, I was deeply appreciative with how extensive of a gluten-free menu they provided and my friends were also impressed by the texture of the gluten-free pasta. As a quick tip, let your server know beforehand if your table has a preference for having all of the food served at the same time or for the food to come out one by one. They weren't able to offer gluten-free bread service but all of my friends really enjoyed the variety of breads that were provided! Our server was truly so attentive and welcoming and she even caught a bit of our conversation while we were talking about one of our friends at the table celebrating his birthday, so a bunch of servers came out later to surprise him with a small ice cream sundae with whipped cream. He wasn't the only one celebrating his birthday - there must've been at least three other people based on how much singing we heard! As you can imagine, ambiance of this restaurant is super lively and on the louder side, it's definitely a place that highlights large gatherings and sharing food family-style, the food is delicious and it's quite affordable. Our bill came out to be about $33 per person, including tax and tip and we overall had a wonderful time! read more

Carmine's - Time Square - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Decided to stop here and on our way we saw an unfortunate accident where a man tripped on uneven pavement and landed awkwardly breaking his arm. My group were the only people to stop and see if he was okay, then having to call the ambulance and waiting for them in the middle of Broadway and Times Square during commute hour. We definitely worked out an appetite. Put our name on the list and was told it would be a 30 min wait however after giving our phone number we got a text our table was ready. Well that was fast! Was seated and the server offered recommendations and talked us out of ordering too much food. Decided on the calamari which were super tender, the fried zucchini which just melted in your mouth and the spaghetti and meatballs. The complimentary bread had four different types. Portions were huge and honestly pictures don't do its justice. For the location and the prices and portions, this place is a hit! read more

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I was stuffed for days! We came here for my birthday and tried the lasagna, chicken Parmesan, and Caesar salad--everything was so good and so filling! On top of that, they surprised me by singing happy birthday and bringing out ice cream. It was so sweet and made the night even more special read more

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