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    Emilia's Restaurant

    3.9 (283 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    3.5 stars. Mostly decent, nothing to write home about. Appetizers Pesto arancini--3 arancini, ok but not especially flavorful. Clams oreganata--6 microscopic clams for $17. Pathetic. A ripoff. Entrees Salmon Livornese--Quite good; a decent portion of salmon, lots of capers and olives, a nice smooth sauce. Homemade gnocchi--A decent vodka sauce, an overwhelming slab of burrata in the middle. Eggplant parmesan--Sauce was overly thick and acidic. Slow service.

    Lasagna
    Jeff M.

    Emilia's 2331 Arthur Ave. Bronx, NY 10458 Lasagna Do not touch the plate because it is piping hot. The Mozzarella cheese has a perfect char; watch out for the cheese pull. The noodles are hand pulled one by one and layered with ground beef.

    Mark F.

    First time visit Outdoor dining in back patio Limited street parking Friendly service Ordered veal parmigiana

    Chicken Parmigiana
    Emilia R.

    I love getting food on Arthur ave. I was slightly underwhelmed by Emilia's, sad since we share the name (lol). We sat down and were swiftly greeted. Now where it went wrong was how long this place took. We ordered the salad and antipasto, not a single thing on the plates was cooked. It took 40 minutes to come out. Then another 20 for our entree. The food was SO good. I will give it that. The waiter was very stand offish towards me like I annoyed him with questions and orders. We ordered dessert to split and for the four of us, they brought two spoons. Just subpar compared to the service you can get elsewhere

    Chicken Arthur Avenue
    Calvin K.

    What can you comment on a dish that's name after its location? LOL. I picked this dish at first considered the balanced of its ingredients used in terms of nutrition. And I found myself curious in its representation of this neighborhood, Belmont in Bronx. A Neighbor that is well-known with a mix of Italian, Latino, and Albanian. This is a well executed dish at some point quite difficult to "operate" (I meant to cut it like a steak without having the baby broccoli fell apart). The favor is rich. The chicken is thinly sliced and it successfully prevented it being too dry from the grill. The chicken is slightly marinated with salt and garlic which perfectly matched the favor of the baby broccoli. The mozzarella cheese meant to bind everything together and yet, it made it like a pizza in chicken crusts. This dishes is savory. The broth carried its chicken favor with onion, celery, carrot (my wild guess of the making of the chicken broth) brought together a lot of immersion story between Italian, Latino, and Albania. It told me a lot of stories about this neighborhood in the hard time of mingling between immigrants and the anthropological transition of Belmont. It brought to be a lot of sentimental and emotional stories for immigrants here who worked hard for their family and lived up their culture. The Penne in marinara sauce as a side dishes bring it to a big reunion but also a balance of the nutrition pyramid. Last but not least, remember to save a piece of bread to finish the broth on your plate. You won't regret embarrassing yourself with its taste. This is a dish deserves its name. The ambience is comfy. buon appetito

    Seafood Pescatore

    Very good! Authentic Italian, clams oreganato, mussels marinara appetizer delicious! The seafood pescatore was cooked just right! Prices are reasonable, quality is great, service is great. Try it! We will be back!

    Linguini Alle Vongole $27.95 the highlight-Excellent clams.
    Kal L.

    This is a classic no frills old school Italian spot on Arthur Ave that serves up Italian comfort food-the kind your nonna would've made. There is outside dinning in the back patio with a roof overhead so you're covered if it rains. The linguine alle vangole $27.95 was the highlight and reminded us of dishes served in Napoli, Italy (the baby clams were delicious!). The meatballs are very tasty as well.

    Chicken Cutlet Daniela
    Michael R.

    Emilia's has good food at very reasonable prices. The Fried Calamari was very crispy and even came with some legs. The Chicken Daniela was an elevated chicken parm and it was definitely worth getting. The service was pretty slow but the waiters were all friendly. I'd definitely try this place again

    Chicken Francese

    Great food. Lovely servers. Chicken Francese was fabulous! Delightful ambiance. First time on Arthur Avenue -- I shall return!!

    Gnocchi con Burrata

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    Awesome atmosphere! Awesome food! Awesome service!, Absolutely Love this restaurant! We are going back there today.

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    0.1 miBelmont
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    Little Italy in the Bx on Arthur Ave. What more can I say. The food was delicious. Hot, fresh, and…read moredelectable. Service was great. They made sure to stop by and make sure the apps and entrees were okay and they were. It was my first time trying the black squid ink linguini. I was hoping for it to have a little more spice but it was still good. Will be I be back, yes absolutely. Fantastic Italian place in the Bx.

    Another visit to Trattoria Zero Otto Nove, because some traditions are non-negotiable…read more Ms. J. and I do the New York Botanical Garden first and then reward ourselves properly with pasta. As one should. I ordered the Pasta al Forno, which showed up hot, cheesy, and very much not interested in being subtle. Comfort food doing the absolute most -- baked, sauced, and bubbling like it knew it was the right choice. One would think "Boiled eggs in pasta?", but trust me, the bechamel sauce takes it to the next level. Ms. J. went for the daily special: Radiatori in Cartoccio, cooked inside a sealed pocket of aluminum foil and opened tableside like a little pasta reveal. Steamy, aromatic, and frankly a bit of a showoff -- in the best possible way. And then there was the Tiramisu. We shared it (heroically), and I'm just going to say it: top-tier tiramisu. Not too sweet, beautifully balanced, rich without being heavy -- one of the best we've had in NYC, and we do not make that claim lightly. We both love tiramisu. We both judge tiramisu. This one passed with stars. Zero nonsense, big flavors, and a tradition that continues to age very well. We'll be back. Obviously. ‍

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    Michaelangelos Wood Fired Pizza & Pasta

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    4.3(26 reviews)
    1.7 miMorris Park

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    Disorganized, misleading, and poorly managed…read more Ordered takeout from Michelangelo's Woodfire Grill through Slice at 6:45 PM with a promised pickup time of 7:02 PM. My husband arrived at 7:04 PM. The food was not ready. He was repeatedly told vague timelines ("a little while," then 7:15 PM), none of which were accurate. The manager disappeared into the kitchen, leaving him waiting with no updates. By 7:48 PM, after over 40 minutes, he left without the food. During that wait, other customers were seated, served, finished their meals, paid, and left -- all while two simple sandwiches could not be produced. I spoke directly with the manager twice. Instead of taking responsibility, he argued about the pickup time, minimized the delay, and only offered excuses and after-the-fact store credit. No proactive communication. No apology. No basic follow-through. Delays happen. This level of disorganization and lack of accountability is unacceptable. Order takeout elsewhere if you value your time.

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    4.0(207 reviews)
    1.8 miMorris Park
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    Classic Italian comfort with a neighborhood feel!!!!!…read more Enzo's of Williamsbridge delivers a satisfying Italian dining experience with generous portions and comforting, familiar flavors. The food was well-prepared and hearty, especially the pasta dishes, which tasted fresh and filling. Some items stood out more than others, but overall quality was solid. The atmosphere has a warm, old-school neighborhood vibe that makes it feel welcoming and relaxed. Service was friendly and attentive, though it slowed slightly during peak hours. Overall, Enzo's of Williamsbridge is a dependable spot for classic Italian food. With a bit more consistency and quicker service at busy times, it could easily reach a five-star level.

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    2.4 miPelham Gardens
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    4.5 Rating: Our group of 10 finally made it to Fratelli…read moreItalian Restaurant after a few plans were cancelled sue to Jan/Feb snow storms. It would up being worth the wait. All aspects of this visit were spot on: Kind and caring service, excellent food quality, and good value. The pacing of the dinner was also right on- not too fast, not too slow- just right. Dinner starts with a green salad with house dressing and a selection of Italian breads. This is old school Italian service which seems to be going away. as many restaurants regrettably skip on the bread delivery these days. Everyone enjoyed their entrees- Chicken parm, Shrimp Parm, Penne Ala Vodka, Grilled chicken with Broccoli Rabe and the house specialty- shrimp and veal Fratelli- one of the better entrees I have had in a long while. The potato croquettes were a great accompaniment for this dish to enjoy the sauce/gravy. Dessert included perhaps the largest selection ever (a positive) was available along with pictures. The Italian cheesecake was also large and excellent. Hot expresso with anisette was served. The service team here is well trained and on their toes. I can't believe that I didn't know of this place sooner- a true neighborhood gem. They also seemed to be doing a robust take away business... The leadership team from the restaurant stopped by for hello as well. A case study in restaurant hospitality.

    Had such a wonderful lunch here today. My partner and I shared the penne alla vodka, which was…read moreabsolutely delicious -- perfectly cooked pasta with a rich, creamy sauce that had just the right balance of flavor. We also ordered the chicken alla milanese, and it was outstanding. The chicken was incredibly tender with perfectly crisp breadcrumbs and seasoning that made every bite so satisfying. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. What really elevated the experience was the service. Jonny, our waiter, took amazing care of us. He was attentive, friendly, and clearly passionate about the restaurant -- a true curator of the experience. A fantastic lunch all around. Great food, great atmosphere, and exceptional service. I'll definitely be coming back.

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    The Vapors: (Warm Apple Crisp)

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