It was an experience among all Italian restaurants that I have been !I had to give up going to Italian restaurants and I preferred to cook my own food until I decided to try Ferdi,s I went with granddaughter Stella ....it was exceptionally delicious ...I meet the chef ‍ ( Ferdinando and his sister Aida) they where very gracious and very nice !!! I will go back and back again soon % a must try and mention my name... read more

Ferdi - Me and my Granddaughter Stella at Ferdi,s - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

great pancakes! great deal on bottomless! great service! location was pretty cute and outdoor seating! the steak sandwich wasn't great read more

Ferdi - really yummy pancakes! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We were in the area and needed to find a place for dinner. Ferdi is a small Italian restaurant that can be good for a date or meeting up with friends. We went in the afternoon where they had an early dinner prixe fixe menu of three courses for $30. For appetizer I had the mussels in a red broth. It was very flavorful in the broth and the mussels absorbed all the flavor. I would recommend using the bread to eat up the broth. For the entree I had the chicken and shrimp florentine which came with roasted potatoes and sautéed spinach. The sauce was very flavorful loved the dish. The dessert was biscotti with vanilla gelato. The biscotti was a little too hard for my taste, but I did like the creamy gelato. Service was really good as our waitress made sure we had everything we needed. We would consider going back again in the future. read more

Ferdi - Chicken and Shrimp Florentine - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Phenomenal spot to host a boozy dinner! Went here to celebrate a dear friend and the wine kept coming! Went even got bottles instead of glasses at one point! Good food, good area, and a place I'd gladly return to! I wish I remembered the food as much as the wine, but the pictures do it justice. Cheers! read more

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Huge fan of this place for brunch! First time we came because I saw some videos of it and suggested it for my friend's birthday and we had such a blast! It was pretty empty but the food was delicious and we weren't rushed at all, the waitress was so kind and sang to my friend. I got the penne alla norma (which is penne vodka) and it was incredible. Some other people at the table got carbonara or shrimp scampi and raved about it too. Plus the free flowing brunch cocktails! Same friend and I went just the two of us recently and had a slightly worse experience. The waiter was rushing us a lot and didn't seem like he wanted to be bothered with us. Still not many tables (which is fine with us) but he just wasn't super friendly. The bolognese wasn't my favorite, but my friend loved her cioppino. All in all, really love this place and want to give it another try for dinner soon! read more

Ferdi - Fettucine Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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I was in the area attending a cheese event at Murray's and wanted to find a place for dinner. Found Ferdi through the Seated app. I was glad that our timing was perfect to take advantage of the early dinner price fix menu that is even a better deal than restaurant week. 3 courses for $30! It even included steak without a surcharge. Mussels were a good size and arrived with all shells open. The white wine garlic and tomato broth had a steady garlic level that went well with the mussels themselves. The steak was a shell steak that was tender and seasoned perfectly. It was accompanied by a flavorful mix of shiitake mushrooms, peppers and roasted potatoes. The included dessert was a simple but satisfying scoop of vanilla gelato with sliced strawberries and a biscotti. The aperitivo happy hour was also in effect so I got an elderflower spritz that was sweet and refreshing. Service was excellent and not intrusive. I'll definitely return for another early dinner. The value is excellent for the quality and quantity of food that you get. They also take part in several cash back dining programs like upside, Frankie and blackbird which even brings more value to the meal. read more

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We came to Ferdi on a whim on a Saturday night just walking around trying to find a spot for dinner. They were not super busy so thankfully we were able to walk in, it seems like there's not many italian places in the area you can go to without a reservation so I was happy to be seated. This place is very lowkey, no frills and it feels like you're at someone's house with the mismatched plates. Honestly I would say it reminded me of some local italian places in NJ. The chicken parm was good, it wasn't life changing but it did the job. The tiramisu was great, I would say dessert was a highlight for our group. They also offer a 10% student discount which is nice. read more

Ferdi - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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This is becoming my favorite Italian place in the city! The ambience is so nice and cozy. It makes you feel like you're in Italy. The prix fixe is a great option to try a bunch of different dishes and not have to look through the very extensive menu. The service is always amazing. All the staff is very friendly and they never rush you. read more

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Saw this place on social media and needed to try it out! It definitely did not disappoint. Normally when a place does bottomless drinks, I'll expect the food to just be okay, but the food was an amazing highlight! The pancakes were absolutely delicious, and we both got a side of the eggs that were fantastic. They do a 90-minute bottomless special that is top-tier (espresso martinis, Bellinis, or aperol spritzes). The staff is very attentive and kind, and the patio sits on a quiet street in the village with shade. Definitely a great place to check out! read more

Ferdi - Pancakes - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped by for an early dinner on a Sunday evening. They got us in right away as we were the only table for a quite a while. Service across the board was pretty decent. The restaurant is cozy and warm with some interesting design elements throughout that don't necessarily fit in. Sun - Thur, there's a 3 course prix fixe menu that we decided to try. I'm always a fan of trying many different items instead of going all in on one or two. However, the food was largely underwhelming. The appetizers are a bit hit and miss. The arancini were bland but the tomato sauce helped to complement. The stuffed mushrooms have a decent flavor but they're on the soggier side. For the entrees, the chicken Milanese was a small piece of breaded chicken under arugula, tomatoes, and mozzarella. The tuna livornese was possible one of the saltiest dishes I've ever had. Desert was certainly the highlight as the tiramisu was nicely balanced between cream, coffee, and lady fingers. read more

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I used a pulsed voucher to enjoy a tasty brunch. The service was fast and friendly. The steak panini was hot and tasty and good portion. read more

Ferdi - Steak panini - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Service is incredible, everyone is attentive and nice. Food was great and the gelato for 2 is a fun experience. The lady who I assume is the manager was very sweet and made sure everything was perfect. Will be coming back! read more

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Amazing experience! Chef-owned and family-operated, with authentic flavors and fresh ingredients. We were celebrating a special occasion, and the team added thoughtful, personal touches that made the night memorable. A true hidden gem that deserves recognition -- we'll absolutely be back. Thank you for making the night perfect. read more

They were able to accommodate us as a party of 8 and because we were celebrating a graduation, we got a round of champagne, desserts with a sparkler, and a bottle of champagne to take home on the house. Not to mention the food was delicious and the portions were nicely sized. I would not hesitate to go back, especially for an upscale, fine dining kind of night!! Thank you! read more

Me and my wife and son traveled from the DMV Area to try the penne vodka, pasta, and the Alfredo , the food was amazing. You could taste the freshness in the pasta and the sauce. The ambience was lovely. The dining experience was amazing. We definitely will be back here. Keep up the exceptional service from the food to the customer service feels real Cozy ! Next time we're gonna try the gelato read more

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This place has some outdoor seating right outside the restaurant that looks cozy. It was too hot and sunny for us so we went indoors. We were here really early so there wasn't alot of people which was nice. The staff was friendly and very attentive! Our waters would always be refilled. Our meal was delicious! You could tell the sauce was homemade and had a great taste. I wish my chicken parm was just a little crispier. The biscotti was soft but it has such a great almond/ hazelnut taste that I was ok with it. Btw, this was part of their early dinner 3 course prix fixe on Fri./ Sats at $30.00 per person not including tax, tip, drinks. You have to order before 5:30pm but well worth it. NOTE: Our meal was slightly delayed but we were ok w/ it. They had a cross contamination issue with something I am allergic to that they paid attention to. Great service, great meal!!! DEFINITELY coming back! read more

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Everything was bad. I didn't even like the Caesar salad dressing.... the garlic bread was really weird. It had all the seasoning on it and then some really hard cheese on top? Vodka sauce was "off". Pasta was overcooked, chicken was overcooked. Just not for me. read more

The reviews do not match the reality of this place. To start, the service was extremely slow with zero sense of urgency. The food was just terrible. We order bread, and it tasted like it was purchased at Walmart several days ago. The meatballs, were dry and tasted disgusting. The shrimp scampi was like rubber and after 2 hours of waiting, we finally got our entrees to only to be even more disappointed. The bolognese was just disgusting, and the chicken parmesan had zero flavor. You would think this is bad enough, but no, it gets worse. The complimentary birthday ice cream for my friend had a sharp plastic object. When brought up to the owner, her response was, "Yeah, it must be from the tub" - zero apologies or anything. Saying this is one of the worst experiences we've had by far is an understatement. I don't understand how this place has any good reviews. It makes absolutely no sense. read more

Nice people, long wait for food, and cold apps. Good salmon tho :) Maybe we arrived at a weird time but... read more

Ferdi - Salmon - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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There's no better place to spend a lovely evening with your family that Ferdi. We were celebrating our weeding with 12 family members and it was just PERFECT. We highly recommend the prefix menu they offer. Huge variety of main courses, excellent service and all staff made us feel like home. If you have any concerns or need assistance planning your event, contact Aida (best manager ever). Staff service was remarkable! We already knew it would be a memorable evening, but it turned out to be a MAGICAL experience that our entire family will remember forever. Thank you so much Ferdi! You are on the our top list of our favorite places in the city! Keep it on! read more

This time it was very good. No idea what happened last time. Didn't plan to return but forgot I had gone here and glad I did. This time the Capellini Frutta Di Mare was excellent and loved the tableside ice cream. No idea if the first time was just bad luck or the items I ordered were bad or new management or what but now I definitely recommend these items! The meatballs also were good. Very nice and fast service. Quiet too. read more

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Great place! Ambiance is warm and inviting, food is authentic and service is top notch!

Ferdi was okay, nothing jumped off the table as particularly noteworthy. The frutta di mare tasted almost like it was microwaved, with a collection of seasoning that tasted like a few standalone flavors, rather than a cohesive dish. The rigatoni was better, but again, wasn't particularly memorable. The experience was fine, just not what I was hoping for based on the high Yelp score. read more

Ferdi - Frutta di Mare - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Overall: I went here on a Saturday night with my girlfriend. We walked in without a reservation and were sat immediately. We had a nice time and the service was good, but overall the food was a bit disappointing. We've been to this place before and had better experiences, but this time wasn't the best. Food: 3 Drinks: 4 Service: 4 Value: 4 Atmosphere: 3 Food: We ordered the Polpo alla Griglia (octopus), the chicken parmesan, and the Rigatoni Siciliani. The largest parts of the octopus tentacle were cooked nicely, but the smaller end was significantly overcooked and crispy. The chicken in the chicken parm was good and flavorful, but both pasta dishes were lackluster and the sauces tasted very plain and bland. We were a little bit disappointed with both of our entrees. Drinks: We ordered a bottle of red wine for ~$50. It was flavorful and seemed like a good value. The wine list was reasonably extensive with a good range of options. Service: Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. He didn't do anything particularly noticeable, but he paid good attention to us and made sure we were happy throughout. Value: The entrees were good portion sizes and reasonably priced for NYC pasta dishes. Overall the prices were all reasonable. Atmosphere: The restaurant was generally pretty empty throughout our meal - a little bit odd for a Saturday night. It was a nice place for a date - quiet and peaceful, but not very energetic or lively. read more

Have been craving Italian for a while, and tried out @ferdi_nyc in the West Village. It's so cozy and the vibes immediately gave me homey atmosphere...so was the food! Everyone was super friendly and welcomed us warmly too. Really reminded me of the dining experience in down to earth family restaurants in Italy! read more

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Went there on a NYC trip and wanted some good Italian food. I sat at the bar and ordered their dinner combo special. My appetizer took more than 30 minutes and wasn't hot when it arrived. I sent it back waited another 20 minutes and still just warm. Food was ok but not worth the wait. They were barely busy. I was the only customer sitting at the bar. read more

This restaurant has so much charm. It's nestled in the west village & I came on the Sunday of Valentine's wknd & loved the heart decorations . The food was really delicious also & the service was excellent. I had the caprese appetizer which melted in my mouth. I loved the avocado & zucchini additions which I've never had before on a caprese but it was so good. I also had the calamari & the salmon. My date had the steak. And for dessert , a 70% dark chocolate slice of heavenly cake with gelato. Superb ! read more

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An American Italian restaurant. CRESPELLE FIORENTINA eggplant stuffed with ricotta, spinach, basil and parmesan cheese in marinara sauce: delivered but not wow. MANZO MARSALA filet mignon mignonettes pan seared with shitake mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce - thin and little bit ugly sliced steak but cooked very well in rare+ (after we returned our first steak served medium when we asked for rare+ though...) Service was super nice and friendly. read more

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Several weeks ago we had ordered in from Ferdi and the food was ok. We went in for dinner and it was a big disappointment. Somebody call Restaurant Impossible for a redo! The menu online is different from the menu in the venue. The frito misto was soggy and tasteless, eggplant parm was blech, and hubby had a very one-note chicken dish. They brought out bread that was probably purchased the day before at the dollar store. Even if the decor wasn't so dated we wouldn't go back read more

A lovely Sunday lunch with an old friend at Ferdi in the West Village. They serve a prix-fixe, old-school lunch including eggplant rollatini, ziti & meatballs, chicken parm, and salmon oreganata. Everything was delicious! For dessert, my friend ordered their tiramisu. The owner also brought us their new lemon cream cake to try. Given that it's Lent, I resisted and my skinny friend ate both! (I did, however, have a delicious espresso martini and sampled their homemade limoncello). Ferdi's is run by sister & brother duo Aida & Fernando Scarpati. They are 3rd generation restauranteurs and named the restaurant in honor of their grandfather who came to the U.S. from the island of Ponza in 1955. Aida always makes you feel at home (and she makes a mean cocktail; Ferdi's has a great happy hour too)! I will be returning! read more

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I hosted a birthday dinner at Ferdi last night and wanted to share my fantastic experience. The restaurant was super accommodating for my large party and was able to offer a prefixe 3 course menu of $38 per person (which they normally offer Sunday-Thursday). The prefixe menu offered a really great variety of options both pasta, chicken, and fish dishes. The location of the restaurant is amazing in prime west village. For that prefixe price, it's rare to find in the area. I also felt such a welcoming feeling of hospitality. The owner Aida, printed out menus with a celebratory message. They also got me balloons, completely unexpected! I brought my own cake to the restaurant and they went above and beyond to add sparklers and did not charge for a cake fee. The atmosphere felt cozy and while I had a large party I wasn't overwhelmed by loud music or dark lighting. I actually felt like I could talk to each person in my party. This is rare in a lot of large table settings in NYC. All the food is made in house by chef Fernando up to the rainbow cookie desserts. I will definitely be back! read more

Ferdi - Balloons - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Very good food and very nice people. We came to celebrate our first anniversary and they definitely made it special. We ordered a salad and chicken parm, both of which were flavorful. We also got cappuccinos and Tiramisu for dessert. Tiramisu was light and not too sweet. I would go back again. read more

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Wow, wow, wow! I love finding excellent restaurants that go the extra step to welcome their patrons and make them return as happy guests. Ferdi lives up to that standard and it was such a pleasure to relax and enjoy the food and wine. For starters they had an exceptional selection for the Seven fishes offering in addition to the extensive normal menu. I had some apprehension about dining out on Christmas Eve but had a reservation for 6:15 that I was able to make earlier in the morning online. When I arrived early at 6:00 I was greeted by the hostess who said she had been waiting for me, very happy to see that they treat their guests so warmly. I was given my choice of tables up front and was quickly greeted by my waiter with the specials and cold bottled water. I ordered the fried calamari with a glass of Cabernet sauvignon to start and was served the proper way before making the pour. It was a generous hot portion of calamari with a nice sauce, well cooked and not at all rubbery or greasy. Next was the Tuna Al Balsamico, a new but delicious dish for me, perfectly cooked medium and also a generous amount with pearl onions, sliced potatoes and vegetables. I was very impressed by this dish and had no room for dessert but ordered two ricotta cheesecake to go. One day later and the cheesecake was delicious. I will definitely return to sample more of Ferdi's fine foods, oh and the hostess also said Merry Christmas and thanked me for my business, did I say wow?!??! Oh and the amazing ambiance makes it a great place for having a conversation with others and not having to shout over others or obnoxiously loud music found in other places. I think around 90 percent of the tables were filled with pleasant people who were having the same wonderful experiences that I had. read more

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Cute restaurant, mediocre food. The polpette appetizer was good; the meatball itself had great texture, and the tomato sauce wasn't overly sweet or acidic. The risotto was not good; the rice was hard, and the flavor was forgettable. Service was also very slow. read more

Excellent restaurant embracing Italian traditions. Yes, there are venerable competitors in this neighborhood, but Ferdi is right up there with them. read more

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Service: 9/10 - very friendly staff, great recommendations, owner's family has been in the restaurant business for 3 generations. Food: 9/10 - great taste, texture, and presentation. The seafood was very fresh, The chef was featured on the Guy's Grocery Games show. Ambiance: 9/10 - dim lighting, candles all around, with a rustic deco. Great place for a date night. Cleanliness: 10/10 - spotless all around; bar, table, restroom, utensils, plates, etc. read more

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Absolutely 10 stars out of 5! Came here last Sunday with my dear friend for brunch, and we stayed for dinner. Very hard to leave this place. Too good! I wish I could rate it 10 stars, cause 5 don't seem like enough for this absolutely amazing family-owned new Italian restaurant in West village. You will feel like home from the moment you walk into Ferdi. And you'll feel like you want to stay here for quite some time, cause everything else can definitely wait! Ferdi's got such a great ambience, such a beautiful decor...If you like art, super delicious drinks (and they've got some wonderful wine selection as well), really amazing and very friendly people whom you think you've know for so long, great music, and, most importantly, such a delicious REAL ITALIAN CUISINE - look no further! This is the place. Come and try it. I gotta warn you though: it's a bit hard to decide on what are you having today, cause there are way too many great options (and we talk about some really great stuff). I wanted to order...just everything on the menu! And this was my third time there. I've definitely never had a better Penne allá Russa than the one I've got here. The sauce...Out of this world! And I never cared much for the vodka sauce..(sadly, I didn't take pic of the pasta - I really didn't expect that it was going to be that amazing). We also had the Choppino (mussels, clams, shrimp sautéed in white wine with garlic), the Finnochio salad, Polpo Allá Griglia and La bomba for dessert. Everything was so yummy! And Aperol Spritzes were very tasty and super refreshing. Definitely will be coming back here again soon! Shout-out to wonderful Aida, Will, Alexandra, Fernando and all other amazing Ferdi team members who are making your every visit there such an experience. Grazie mille! read more

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Staff is lovely. Food is slightly above average, but not really worth the high price tag.

Happy to have discovered such a lovely spot in West Village!! Warm welcoming vibes, delicious food and drinks, AND this special made at table side gelato....!!! Fun to watch, perfectly creamy and delicious gelato is a destination worthy treat!! Grazie Mille Aida!! See you again soon!! read more

Ferdi - Fresh made gelato in front of you!! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Above all, spectacular service! That said, the food and space is also fantastic! You can tell it's a family business, the love is there! Highly recommend trying some Italian wine on the list. Been blown away by every chicken dish I've had too! read more

Ferdi - Outdoor seating - Italian Near Me - New York, New York