For a spot to stay open for a solid decade anywhere in the borough is impressive enough, but even much moreso on this strip of Franklin Ave, where businesses tend to turnover at a rapid clip. It's remained in my rotation for o' these many years now based primarily on our go to order from here of, in my opinion the specialty of the house; Spaghetti Al Limone, a consistently tasty lemon spaghetti with the must-add addition of wonderfully slimy and salty anchovies. Perfectly al dente spaghetti simply tossed with the bright and bracingly acidic, garlicky lemon sauce with a fat half of a lemon thrown in for aesthetic pop. Most crucially of all for a neighborhood spot like this it holds up exquisitely in takeout or home delivery. In more recent years post-pandemic years, as the espresso martini revival exploded they have also developed a following for the creative and delicious variety served here including a smokey and musty tequila based one and a viral frozen concoction. Established beloved neighborhood stalwarts like this at one time formed the backbone of Brooklyn neighborhood dining culture but they're becoming increasingly harder to come by, hopefully this one continues to adapt and thrive. read more

Cent'Anni - Spaghetti Al Limone w/Anchovy - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm a regular here. I've been here about 10 times. I usually enjoy sitting at the bar, ordering frozen espresso martinis, Aperol spritz, and fried calamari and I usually have a great service the bartender Mauricio ( I believe that's his name). I came here last Sunday to get some brunch before I head to work. I am also a waitress/bartender. I had French toast a side of eggs, a side of sausage. I however, did not enjoy how no one ever checked up on me for my meal. I do not know who my waitress was. I don't know if it was the bartender or if it was the server because I was the only one upfront, and everyone was in the patio outback. I just think you should ask your guests how their meal is can you grab them anything & is everything OK? I was not asked that once not only by the person at the bar I believe she had like blue or pink stripes in her hair (I forgot). I did not like how she was slamming the refrigerator every five minutes. It made me feel really unwelcomed and I think she was doing it on purpose. And I believe she did it because I am black. I've seen the other reviews which mention other Black people having a bad experience because of race. When I've previewed dined here (at the bar) the fridge is never slammed. She also didn't seem as she was hygienic. I'm not talking about the food. I'm talking about herself. This girl is like scratching her throat loudly. Which is fine, but it gets to a point because if you start coughing and sneezing, it makes me feel as if my food isn't in the most hygienic space and I do not enjoy that feeling. I am a big calamari fan and I go to lots of different restaurants just to order calamari and espresso martinis. I do not think I will ever be back here considering the last time I went. I did however, ask for orange juice and black pepper after my meal was halfway done, but I was not approached for me to ask for that stuff. I had to speak out loud to ask for it to be grabbed. When it should be the other way around. I will edit this when I get home to figure out whose name was on the receipt. I usually go to Gnocco, which is in lower east side and they also have fried calamari and frozen espresso martinis as well. But this spot is much closer to me as it is five minutes away. Now I will be searching for another Italian spot that is walking distance that has the same items I usually do enjoy the food here come here all the time. I was just here two weeks ago on a date and I had drinks and fries with my partner. The time before that I just came out for some lasagna and a spritz. But usually, I literally just come here to sit at the bar, have martinis and calamari read more

The food is here is very average. We ordered the burrata ravioli and the chicken parmigiana. The chicken parmigiana came out very very hot, almost like it had been microwaved and the sauce on top was microwaved too. The chicken itself was very thin and flavorless and the crust was very soggy. It was not enjoyable at all. The pasta it came with needed some salt. The burrata ravioli was better but the vodka sauce is what helped it. We had to ask for parmagean cheese as the waiter did not ask would you like some cheese. It is subpar food. The tables and chairs are small but cozy but the two seat tables are uncomfortably small. The garlic bread was decent. The atmosphere is laid-back and i don't think staff cares about the food at all. It's just served. It was garlicky, crunch and buttery. Mera's Tip: Get the garlic bread read more

Cent'Anni - Burrito ravioli - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Was able to get a last minute reservation on their back deck area for Valentine's Day. The service was good - we had to wait right until the exact minute of our reservation to get our table, but the food came out pretty quickly after that. The food was okay - we ordered an array of appetizers and entrees. Portions were pretty large, and there was table bread as well which helped curb our appetites. The pasta was decent, the home made pasta was good but the mushrooms pasta lacked real flavor. My partner ordered the steak which was accompanied by a huge mound of mashed potatoes. Overall, a good experience. read more

Cent'Anni - Mushroom Pasta - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cent'Anni has been on my list for a while and I was very impressed and pleased with our meal here. We sat outside which was quite a nice outdoor space when the weather is great. The service was quite nice and friendly. For what it is, they're doing really well. Got calamari and meatballs as an appetizer and they were both really good. The pastas were the star of the show with the steak a very welcome addition to each meal. Items are well priced and the pasta is great. The deserts were even more amazing somehow. We got the specials which were bread pudding with vanilla gelato, and chocolate tiramisu. Both were very very good. I feel like I'd be back to try other items on the menu read more

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I usually order takeout here and get the grilled chicken penne alla vodka pasta with garlic bread. The pasta is delicious but the garlic bread is very rough around the edges. The portion of food that you're provided with is generous. I will definitely order again in the future and will eventually dine in person as well. read more

If you walk to fast you will go right past it. This subtle but has a big punch of romantic atmosphere. They also have a back yard area as well. I came with my family and we was not disappointed. Everything we got was delicious. The BLT was excellent and the pesto mayo was everything. I will be asking for extra tomatoes cuz they were roasted and fantastic on this sandwich. The bread was everything!! The ultimate brunch drinks were also tasty. The crostinis with goat cheese was sooo tasty...I want a drizzle of honey cuz I'm fat. But that one and the chicken pate were excellent. Whoevers grandma making the cheesey lasagna is heaven sent. This establishment was excellent...I will be back!! read more

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When you want a delicious, warm bowl of spaghetti and meatballs and a crisp salad, come here. Big fan of the fennel salad, and the best part about their classic spaghetti and meatballs is the meatballs. Perfect size and plenty of them! read more

Best Italian food in Brooklyn. This place is nestled in on Franklin Avenue. You can potentially miss it but try not to. They are a small place but they have seating in the back as well that is heated and covered. I strongly suggest making a reservation to avoid a long wait. I ended up sitting at the bar and the service was great but I would definitely go back to experience table seating. The lentil soup was so good. Had just the right amount of flavor in every bite. It was so needed on a cold evening. Both pasta dishes were amazing and freshly made. They were steaming hot the whole time eating which I love! Hot food is the best for me. Haha. Amy was our amazing server at the bar. She was attentive and we had great conversation. I hope she sees this review because she deserves to be recognized! read more

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We were looking for someplace to grab a very late dinner on our way home from closing night of a show I was in, and my roommate suggested Cent' Anni which she'd gotten delivery from & loved. It was a great choice! Really cozy space! We sat in a booth, which was really spacious. We shared the Beet Salad which was well balanced, light & acidic, excellent with a bite of the creamy goat cheese. (Having this before the goat cheese crostini is probably why the crostini felt underwhelming.) The calamari was perfect, thin & crispy, and so tasty with the marinara offered on the side. My friend got the penne pomodoro & really liked it. I was too tired to think so I ended up getting the chicken parm, which was pretty decent, even though I could have used a lot more seasoning. Ended up taking it home & it was amazing once I added a few things to it! The real star was my roommate's gnocchi -- I can't wait to come back and try one of their homemade pastas, because my bite of hers was the best thing I had. I also want to make it a point to commend our server! It was an hour before close & I expected 0 energy: she absolutely did not have to be as warm, funny, or attentive as she was! It was a pleasant surprise, and made us want to come back again even more. Kudos to her, we'll definitely be back! read more

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Ordered lasagna Verdi and eggplant parm for delivery. Food arrived hot and ample and the sauce on everything was great - as a red sauce girl this is #1 for me. But I'm also an eggplant lover and sadly I couldn't take more than a few bites of the eggplant parm. The slices are thick (1") but not leeched so it tasted bitter and sweet at the same time instead of salty and savory, and that conflicts hard with the sauce and cheese. Eggplant parm should be thin sliced and breaded / fried. Pasta was ok. The lasagna was solid, but I did feel they just stacked a bunch of pasta sheets instead of true layering. I have had better experiences eating there but felt I needed to review for the eggplant connoisseurs. read more

Cent'Anni - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Came here to try their happy hour. The backyard was very cute, but we found out that happy hour is only inside at the bar, even when the backyard is empty. We also found out that the online menu is a bit out-dated. Prices and the happy hour cocktails offered are a little different on the online menu vs in the restaurant. The service was fine. Our server wasn't particularly friendly but she took our orders and was willing to move us to the bar when we asked about happy hour. Not sure if I'll be back for happy hour but we'll see! read more

Cent'Anni - Negroni Cocktail - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The kitchen handles diverse dishes with impressive skill. The food tastes so good because it's just made. You might find yourself recommending it often. Kind team, tasty dishes, and lively neighborhood! Our experience exceeded what we expected. read more

Crown Heights, especially Franklin Avenue, continues to surprise me thus when my friends asked me where I wanted to dine for my belated birthday, this is the neighborhood I chose. Cent'Anni* offers a rustic setting with wooden tables and high stools, a cozy well lit bar, booths and a spacious outdoor garden. We dined in a booth and must admit we got off to a little rocky start: the appetizer plates were dirty and there was a napkin on the floor under our table. The explanation given was " we rushed to seat you". ( which didn't make sense since I explained my other friends were running a little late). Cent'Anni boasts homemade pastas and a delicious ragu sauce. They do offer a nice wine list. I was looking for a light white wine that was similar to Sauvignon Blanc and chose the Radicchio and my friend ordered the Grillo, both were dry, a tad sweet and excellent choices. The server allowed us to try both before ordering. We all ordered pasta dishes: Chicken parmigiana: two friends ordered this and enjoyed it immensely, generous portion of chicken and spaghetti. Spaghetti and meatballs: one friend compared this dish to what your nonna would make. Eggplant Parmigiana: my dish was a.. disappointment.. The eggplant was mushy and bland but the spaghetti was delicious. Desserts: the tartufo was delicious with vanilla and chocolate gelato in a dark chocolate shell. The tiramisu was equally delicious. My friends and I all agreed we definitely would come back. There is a Happy Hour during the week so this would be a great post work spot. Cent'Anni is a great neighborhood Italian spot that will become a regular destination for my friends and I. *CentAnni means a toast "to live a hundred years" Let's hope I live that long to toast. Lol! read more

Cent'Anni - Dinner for 4 - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here last night for an early Valentine's date. The place is super cute and there's definitely an air of romance with the dim lighting and candles on each table. We sat in a booth in the back and it was pretty roomy and felt private, but there was a small two person table set up right next to us. No one was sitting there but if there was, i can see how it definitely would not feel as private/quiet since it's very close to the booth. My partner and i got three pastas, she got the tagliatelle funghi and i got the pappardalle lamb ragu, and then we shared the penne alla vodka (because why not!). All of the pastas were solid flavor wise, plus they were a pretty big portion of each. read more

Cent'Anni - Tagliatelle ai funghi, Penne alla Vodka, and Pappardelle Lamb Ragu - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

It's just ok tbh and kind of pricey. The service was fine when we went as a walk in, but the food was nothing out of the ordinary.

go here for brunch at least once a year. usually pretty quiet inside, dark ambiance with wood booths. For a regular neighborhood spot, it's pretty good. The food never blows me away but also never disappoints. read more

Attentive staff and friendly service. Kale and mushroom were tasty. Grilled shrimp has good char but could use more seasoning. My friend wanted pesto more creamy. Fried calamari is good 10/10. Chicken parm is bad, taste like school lunch pizza. Ragu is good my friend enjoyed the meatballs and the sausages. read more

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- bottomless brunch ftw! - drinks stay flowing - pasta needed more flavor - loved chicken parm - very large chicken parm - nice service I think u get better service sitting inside - steak needed more flavor read more

Excellent brunch option in Brooklyn, with an unlimited option. Great food, friendly and fun service, and reasonable prices. I'll definitely be back. read more

Server was so sweet and took such great care of us, the ambience was great, but the food was just so severely lacking. I had the pomodoro and my friend had the ragu. Mine was an overcooked, over salted, basic marinara sauce mess. Hers was just a combination of meatballs and sausage? It was just so bizarrely bad, like the people who started this restaurant don't actually care about food? Hire a new kitchen manager and start from scratch, please. It could be so great. read more

This is a super cute and intimate Italian spot in Brooklyn! We came here last Friday to do a pre birthday dinner for my best friend. Thank God we made a reservation through RESY as the place got packed as we ordered our happy hour drinks. Everything in this place works! The place, the ambiance, the staff and their food/drinks were delicious. Definitely coming back here to try some other dishes. Thank you for having us! read more

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I've loved the food here for a long time- both brunch and dinner are fantastic. Plus everyone's always so nice, and the lovely Molly Rose made our brunch a delight. read more

Cent'Anni - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Although menu says the mussels are in white wine, it will come out with red. Chicken was over cooked and dried. I was extremely disappointed. Huge turnaround from my last post and many experiences in between. Don't you hate when you're go to place is now your place to avoid ? Also everything was bland as fuck. Italian food usually is bussing out the seams with flavor. Total disappoint. I should've just grabbed a sandwich from the bodega and headed home. read more

I had a wonderful dinner at Cent'Anni. I highly recommend trying this restaurant if you're in the neighborhood. The service was excellent; the staff was friendly. The food was delicious and well prepared. read more

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I enjoyed the Caprese, wasn't too fond of my pasta and the calamari was ok. The service was good , ambiance is pretty cozy it's not that big of a restaurant . I'd certainly go back to try other dishes. read more

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The espresso martini is well balanced and tastes delicious. It's colorful and sweet. Completely worth it. read more

Cent'Anni - Frozen espresso martini - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a solid neighborhood go-to for Italian fare, including fresh pasta. They also make their own limoncello! I've had many to-go orders here, from which I have learned to always check your food before walking out. Anyways, came here on an evening to dine in. Got a nice seat at the bar whi( we lucked out because there wasn't much seating availability for walk-ins--- secure that Resy!!!) The bar menu looks limited, but you can order the full menu from the bar no problem. The bartender was friendly, Knowledgeable, and honest about the menu. Pink Moon- very good. My partner had 2! Winter Rose- great drink. Told it was a popular order. Reminiscent of a margarita. I thought the rosemary was a bit too strong for my liking. Sautéed calamari- you will not be disappointed. Well seasoned. We tore this up. Sautéed Kale- great side dish. Parpadelle Al limone with grilled chicken- this dish is originally made with spaghetti, but you can create your own dish with a variety of homemade pastas and sauce. The chicken was an add-on. A staple dish for me. Shrimp Scampi- it was ok. Not life changing, but acceptable. Wasn't bursting with flavor the way the calamari was. read more

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Absolutely stunning y'all. $35 bottomless brunch deal are you joking?!? NO! NO JOKES HERE! Mimosas? Flowing. Food? Delicious. Ambiance? Ideal. The servers were chill and chimed in with some of our chats too, at just the right moments. I would love to come back here and get another breakfast item as the food was just right. Legit just got eggs with hella meat sauce and bread. Fire. read more

Cent'Anni - Eggs Ragu - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing service and delicious food! Out on a Monday night to beat the blues and couldn't have picked a better place. We ordered the lasagna, pappardelle, green beans and chocolate tiramisu and a few glasses of wine. Both pastas were delicious but if I were to pick one, I would go with the pappardelle. There is a very cute back patio with French cafe chairs. It was a bit chilly so we opted to sit inside by the window. The inside is very dark and by the back window, very romantic. read more

Cent'Anni - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A solid 4.5. I enjoyed everything I tried. Maura our server was welcoming and patient. She was the only server "out back" where we were seated and it did full up but she didn't miss a beat. Thanks for a wonderful time Cent'Anni! And for not throwing us out long after you had closed and we didn't realize. You allowed us to chill as long as we liked. Such great sports! NB, their grilled and fried calamari is best I've had (maybe in a while) but try that AND their Jalapeno margarita! Thanks again. The End. read more

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No flavor! It is also extremely small. Our waiter was aggressive. Almost threw the food on the table. I'll pass on going back here. If you want to be treated like DIRT because you have melanin be my guest. read more

This is a special Italian spot that serves big portions of endlessly flavorful food. Do the grilled calamari, it's my new favorite way to eat calamari - literal perfection. The rigatoni with meatballs is the recipe I always wanted my fictional Nonna to make. Their chicken cacciatore is literally the best I've ever had, so much depth of flavor. Even the tiramisu was a hit! read more

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Great and authentic tasting Italian food! They gave complimentary olive oil and sourdough for the table- the oil very fragrant and fruity. My partner and I both got homemade pastas and I can say that they both tasted amazing! Fragrant flavors and perfectly cooked pasta. The white bean crostini was also a great appetizer and very sizable. The ambiance is dark, candlelit- great for a date or otherwise cozy vibes. I would recommend this place. Franklin ave restaurants continue to impress. read more

Cent'Anni - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Love Centanni! Great food and the best people, shout out to Molly Rose for making my afternoon better :)

I came to Cent'Anni just as they were celebrating their 10th anniversary with an evening of live music and free Prosecco. The place was bustling and while I came to the restaurant with the intent to sit at the bar and have a few drinks, I could not resist the gnocchi. Something shifted in the universe and I was drawn to ordering this dish. This is the best gnocchi I've ever had. It's the type of dish that you hope takes an hour to eat, because every bite is just that delicious and you yearn for your taste buds to hold on to the feeling a little while longer. While I didn't try anything else on the menu, I watched as other dishes, ranging from chicken parm, to filet mignon, to ravioli, circled around me and everything looked epic. read more

Cent'Anni - Semolina Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Are you feeling caged in, cold and would appreciate delicious comfort food? If you answered yes, then Cent'Anni is a great place to start. As with most people, I was just about snowed in over the weekend dealing with the frigid and bleak weather. Good Italian comfort food came to mind and without searching endlessly, came up with Cent'Anni. I never visited in person and the beauty of delivery apps such as DoorDash allows one to experience restaurants outside their immediate geographical range. This was my first time experience. The menu looked good and I also read about their handmade pasta. Alas, I skipped the pasta since I had my fair share of it days before, but it was the Roast Chicken with Rosemary, Mashed Potatoes, Kalamata olives and Gravy that stood out. If this doesn't define comfort food, I don't know what does. I called the restaurant in advance of placing the order with a couple questions and the gentleman who answered was very courteous and helpful. Done. We placed the simple order and less than an hour, two orders of the Roast Chicken arrived--well packed and piping hot. I didn't snap any photos but the portion was adequate--1/2 of a small chicken (sans wing), fresh mashed potatoes, a sprinkle of olives and a roasted tomato carefully placed on top of the chicken. I couldn't figure the tomato addition but it worked! A couple slices of crusty bread was included in a separate brown bag. Verdict? For $18, this all in one meal was very delicious, satisfying and hit the spot. You know that feeling, right? The chicken was cooked just right (if you're like me, you hate overcooked chicken), roasted flavor and seasoned perfectly--not salty, not bland but spot on. The fresh mashed potatoes was the best accompaniment one could ask for. Overall, all the flavors worked well together including the addition of the olives and tomato. I will definitely keep Cent'Anni on the rotating delivery list. In fact, I'd like to visit in person someday. I am hoping Cent'Anni sticks around for another Cent'Anni (which means 100 years). read more

Amazing spot on Franklin Ave! If you are looking for Italian that reminds you of home and just an overall comfy cozy spot you can't go wrong! I had the Black Linguine and my friend had the Burrata, that we found out is imported from Italy fresh! The service was top notch, they were all super kind and friendly. I am moving to the area and this has for sure become a new regular spot for me! Also, happy hour is awesome here. Monday-Friday! read more

Fantastic spot for Italian food! We walked in on a Thursday around 5:30 and there were spaces available spaces for happy hour (which is at the bar, high tops or window counter only). Their deals were great ($8 cocktails!), and they have HH on Weekdays from 4-7. We also got their handmade pastas -- gnocchi and lasagna. Both were fantastic, but the crusted cheese on the top of the lasagna made it a favorite! read more

Cent'Anni - Gnocchi and lasagna - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Cent'Anni is a Crown Heights gem to be added on the "to-do" list. I have been here a couple of times, and it has not disappointed. The food is on point, and the staff is cool. I frequently sit at the bar, and Amy or Declan behind there always makes for a good time. read more

Cent'Anni - Love Bites - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York