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    Melting candelabra
    Jess L.

    My friends and I got a reservation for 6:15p on a summer Friday a few weeks in advance. The cave-like restaurant was full the whole time we were there. Our waiter mostly impressed me with drink recommendations. His knowledge of wine and how it would pair with our food was impressive. The pastas are small but definitely worth it. They melt in your mouth. I'd recommend any of the vegetable-forward and cheese-based dishes, as well. None of the desserts really tickled our fancy. Check out the bathroom for a dance party.

    Foul Witch - Pepper Gelato with Mint
    Jeff D.

    Despite being a sleepy Sunday evening, Foul Witch was hopping. I grabbed the last bar seat for an excellent and interesting dinner. The Celery Alla Romano featured slivers of celery (a little difficult to eat) mixed with a generous pile of anchovies and a beautifully pungent Pecorino. It was a great salad and a good beginning. The kitchen features a wood oven, so the Roast Shoulder of Goat sounded like a great match. The roasting brought out a nice flavor that complimented the unique taste of goat meat. My favorite dessert in a long time is their Black Pepper Gelato. The very definitive peppery flavor was complimented with saltiness, sweet, creamy and sugary elements. It hit every not right. I'd have another right now, if I could. While eating, my neighbors shared their impressions of their meals and we all agreed, this was quite the place. With so many interesting options, I can't wait to return.

    Jennifer N.

    A group of us ate here after reading great reviews. The menu is amazing!! Staff is very knowledgeable about the menu and its ingredients. The decor a super cool. I love the spooky candelabra. This place would be a favorite of someone who enjoys the dark sides of life who has an eclectic pallet. I would for sure come back here again.

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    Ethan N.

    Really good appetizers. More of unorthodox Italian cuisine but refreshing taste. Intimate vibes with low lighting. Bread was so good

    Michael M.

    Cute little restaurant in East Village on Avenue A. Good Mimosa drink. Cheeseburger was excellent. Limited menu but all good. No hot drinks. You can hang and won't chase you . Great service.

    Lydia Y.

    The space has a spooky quirkiness to it thats done in a tasteful way & could be romantic if not for the loud music. It's worth a try but lacks the charm for a second visit imo. The highlight is the "off menu" fire & ice, a mix of spicy nduja sausage and creamy stracciatella cheese. Two very different textures and flavors that combine together very well Unique but also familiar! This with the complimentary bread (esp the focaccia!!!) is the best bite of the night. Also their butter If you can get past the VERY small portions of the tortellini, you will taste a strong amaretto flavor that feels a bit off against the rich veal filling. And rly the 15 tiny pieces of pasta is shocking even in nyc standards Potatoes are served cold, covered in a lovely butter blanc sauce & paddlefish roe. I rly liked but feels like a financially irresponsible reco. Oven baked hen is good, very juicy with a light ginger sauce but at the end of the day, just chicken. Veal Tortellini $32 Fire & Ice $26 Dressed Chicories $24 Purple Peruvian Potatoes $36 Guinea Hen $56 이름이랑 잘 어울리는 마녀의 집같은 분위기의 모던 이탈리안 와인바다. 그렇다고 유치한건 아니구 펑키한 바이브 히든 메뉴인 fire & ice 주문 필수!! 매콤한 소시지랑 크리미한 치즈의 조합이 맛남. 이거랑 식전빵이 베스트. 다른 디쉬들은 쏘쏘. 뭔가 딱히 인상깊은게 없다. 토르텔리니는 맛보다 쪼끔한 사이즈가 기억에 남고, 감자는 차갑게 나와서 약간 당황쓰. 오븐 암탉 구이는 낫배드!

    2 small plates of pasta ($30 each)
    Karen S.

    I dropped 1.5 stars subjectively because the portions to price ration are absurd! The food was good, though nothing super mind blowing. I will admit, I didn't look up reviews for this place. Only came by as a suggestion from a friend and glanced at the menu prior. Prices looked amenable for regular portions. But alas, little did I know it was more of a tapas small to medium plate type place. Racked up $100+ per person. Service was great! The staff were kind! I just wish these plates were larger or lower in price. Mucho dinero! Don't think I'll be back.

    Cantabrian Anchovies (8/10), especially spectacular with their bread and butter
    Alex M.

    My partner and I have been wanting to try Foul Witch for quite some time, and have heard nothing but rave reviews from some friends who have been a couple of times, so when we walked by and were lucky enough to snag 2 walk-in seats at the bar (~6pm on a Sunday), we were ecstatic. Oh, and if you couldn't tell by the 5 star review, we enjoyed our meal quite a bit. While it was pricey for a casual dinner, it is an excellent date spot (ambiance and all). Also - sitting at the comfortable bar leaves you right next to the open kitchen, so you get to see all of the magic in action. While we came for the wine (such an extensive and unique list), we stayed for the food. What an incredible gastronomic menu, all items which pair well with wine (I mean most food does anyway). The bartender, Alexis, was incredibly friendly and either verified or suggested items when we were choosing what to do for dinner. She was also ON IT with water refills and playing / setup, and was easy to approach when we needed something ( which could be a rarity at many spots of this calibre in Manhattan). Food-wise we ended up ordering a few dishes, the anchovies, the veal tortellini, the Oxtail Fazzoletti, the goat shoulder, and the sake lees cake for dessert (a lot of food, but we ended up finishing everything, it was that good). It was difficult to pick a favorite, but the goat was an incredible protein choice (honestly wouldn't have guessed it was goat) - flavorful and super easy to cut (not too gamey or fatty) and paired well with the charred scallions and turnips. Also - do not pass up on their bread and butter (they gave us a slice of each focaccia and baguette) - paired well with every dish and also great "in between course" palate cleaner. We will definitely be back and hope we get to experience sitting at the bar again!

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    Josh W.

    First time here at Foul Witch and it was honestly very surprising. I don't know much when it comes to Italian cuisine so my review doesn't have any frame of reference on how these dishes taste anywhere else but every single one was fantastic! The meal was paced well and we took many recommendations from our server. She was fantastic and really made the experience very easy going. She even helped with wine pairing. The standout dish to me was the Veal Tortellini. The flavour really stood out and I would probably go back and order two next time. The space is nicely lit and was never too loud or too quiet. Not very large so would definitely recommend a reservation.

    Julia Y.

    Their free bread (especially the focaccia) is delicious, but nothing else here really stood out. The service was quite slow, we waited quite a while to get our food and then the check. We started off with the Fire & Ice, which was stracciatella and a spicy sausage dip. It paired nicely with the bread they gave, and we ended up asking for an extra serving of bread. For pastas, we ordered the spaccatelli with aged game bird and the chitarra with dungeness crab. I personally preferred the crab, it had a lot more depth and flavor in comparison to the game bird which felt a bit lacking. However, we were way too full after the appetizers and bread to really be able to enjoy the entrees here. It was a bit on the expensive side as well and in my opinion, the portion sizes didn't really justify the cost.

    Sake Lees Cake with honeycomb and clotted cream
    Nicole K.

    I thought it was just ok - certainly nothing too memorable or "magical," but it was a solid meal. I wouldn't come back, but it was worth a try. The bread (mostly the butter) was fantastic, the high point of the meal. The beans were great. I quite enjoyed the orange wine as well. As for everything else, it was just fine. The veal tortellini was good but not super memorable. The bucatini with crab was the same, though I slightly preferred it to the veal. The cake for dessert was strange, the honeycomb was really the only thing giving it any sweetness. I didn't love it but appreciated that it was unique. As for service, our waitress was nice. We had our waters refilled throughout our meal which was great. The dishes are super cute, the bowls look like little dinosaur eggs. The restaurant itself is nothing special, though if I were to give a recommendation I'd definitely say sit in the back at the bar area if you can.

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    Franny A.

    They had me at butter made in Bushwick. Finally made it to Foul Witch. Having any bread service much less one this stellar is a rare treat in NYC. Ate: Ficelle & focaccia plus butter. Mushrooms in brood $23 Doran's beans with salsa verde $17 Bay leaf ice cream $8 This is a pricey small plates kinda joint & they made an incredible use of space and a very wide business move to the EV for their first full service resty. Dessert was tasty & inventive not jaw dropping .The bread and savories alone are worth the price of admission. I will be back for more.

    Katey G.

    I was super excited for this location since I'm a fan of Roberta's in Bushwick. Was lucky enough to dine with friends this past Sunday. I'm not sure what was in this space before Foul Witch, but it looks like they might kept the prior restaurants aesthetic. Overall, not the look I had expected but it was cozy and comfortable. We tried a ton of things from the menu, but memorable dishes were the fire and ice (a must order), abundance potatoes, veal tortellini in brodo, sunchoke caramelle, and the dry aged duck crown. The duck was SO GOOD, I really recommend ordering it. Glad to have the Foul Witch in Manhattan and I look forward to seeing how this restaurant develops.

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    Unbelievable. The space was spooky and intimate, incredible music, and great service. Some of my favorite Italian in NYC!

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    Ci Siamo - Cavatelli allo scoglio

    Ci Siamo

    4.4(888 reviews)
    2.2 miChelsea, Midtown West
    $$$

    I get the hype. The Focaccia and the Onion Torta - oh my. Those alone would bring me back here. The…read moreagnolotti was mouth watering. The Orata - so flavorful and cooked to perfection. The Tartufo - different than I expected, really unique version of tartufo that we enjoyed. Everyone found the food to be delicious. Service was also exceptional, Eleni knew the menu well and made some fantastic recommendations. The space is large and airy. Open kitchen. Wine bar in the elevator. Food tips: Focaccia. Onion Torta Drink tips: Ci Siamo Martini. Peace of Mind

    Came here off the street with no reservations on a Saturday. They were able to get us a table,…read morewhich was great. The restaurant is located upstairs. You can either take the stairs or the elevator. If you opt for the elevator, there's complimentary wine set up that you serve yourself. This would be great if the elevator took longer, but you are already there before you can finish pouring. I like that they have couches for you to sit at while you wait for your table. It's an open kitchen and you can see all of the action. The energy felt great here. We ordered the cast iron focaccia and Tuna Tonnato. The Focaccia is probably the best I've ever had. It was light and airy and not what a traditional focaccia would taste like. The crust had a nice crisp to it. It was brushed with olive oil and finished with salt. Just perfect and highly recommend. It came with a tomato chili sauce, which tasted good, but was not needed for this. We ordered the tuna to pair with the bread and it was a great combo. I ended up ordering the hangar steak and it was good. Full of flavor and the chimichurri sauce was a nice touch. Though, I would have like the taste of the beef to come out more. The marinade overpowered the meat IMO. My wife got the Rigatoni alla Gricia. I like the pasta and it was bouncy, but the dish was too salty though. We ended the night with the basque cheesecake and I have to say that it wasn't my favorite. The texture seemed off. Normally basque cheesecake is smooth and creamy, but this was a little lumpy like when you over cook eggs in a dessert. Overall, the service was great and the vibes of the restaurant was on point. The food didn't blow me out of the water, but it was good. I would come back here for the focaccia though.

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    Ci Siamo - Private dining space - has access to outdoor terrace and view of Empire State Building

    Private dining space - has access to outdoor terrace and view of Empire State Building

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    Fumo - Roni pizza

    Fumo

    4.2(55 reviews)
    1.6 miChelsea

    It's hard to find affordable-ish dining in Chelsea these days but Fumo definitely hits that mark…read morewith mixing Italian fine dining and affordability. There are numerous locations now in the city but this was my first time going and I was definitely eyeing it for awhile. They do weekday lunch specials of $14 pastas, boozey weekend brunches for around $24/25(not including food), and $12 Sunday dinner specials on entrees as well as happy hours on weekdays from 4-7pm that include: $7 snacks, $8 wine, $5 beer, $9 spritzes, and $9 wells. I happened to come in for Labor Day Brunch on Saturday. We both said we were going to do unlimited but honestly could only finish about a pitcher of mimosa and they only charged us for the one pitcher was the nice part. I went with Carbonara Pasta and my boyfriend had the egg, bacon, and cheese sandwich with fries. I'm not gonna lie, I've never gone to aycd brunch and have not finished my food but I could not finish my entree it was so massive and filling. I haven't had a pasta this rich in ages and it was so so good and I am all for not having those skimpy little portions. He couldn't finish his sandwich either. I tried one of the fries and it was nicely battered thick cut wedge fries. Maybe I haven't been eating out alot lately but I was legit impressed. The staff was wonderful and thoughtful. The cafe in itself is very cute and Italian with black and white marble in the bathrooms, white marble bar top, hanging plants, interesting light fixtures. I'm definitely going to make a point to come back soon.

    The experience was very disappointing. The menu labels many items as gluten free, but I was told…read morethere's cross contamination. This means those dishes aren't truly gluten free for people with celiac disease or anyone who has to avoid gluten. When I pointed that out to my server, he just gave me a blank stare. I tried to explain why labeling those items as gluten free is misleading, but he seemed completely disinterested, even annoyed, dismissed what I was saying, and simply responded that the pasta is gluten free. I acknowledged that the server doesn't write the menu, but absolutely zero customer service skills. The service overall was lacking. Aside from taking our order, no one checked on us or came back to see if we needed anything. Our server was just hanging out chatting up the hostess. We had to request the bill from the manager & paid at the hostess stand. Before paying, I spoke with the manager and explained what had occured. He was more professional than the server, but he was still dismissive of my concerns and of the service we received. Management seemed happy enough to promote the "option". The food was okay, definitely not enough to make up for the poor service and handling of a serious dietary issue. Needless to say I will not be returning.

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    Fumo - Bathroom - cool design

    Bathroom - cool design

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    L'Artusi - Amatraciana - incredible

    L'Artusi

    4.3(2.7k reviews)
    1.2 miWest Village
    $$$

    L'Artusi opens reservations 14 days prior, and given its popularity, you must book immediately. Our…read moreparty of five managed to snag a table this past Saturday evening. The interior was completely packed, and the noise level was high enough for my smart watch to complain. To sample a bit of everything, we shared two orders of focaccia, four pastas, and one dessert. HOUSE-MADE FOCACCIA - 10 Super bouncy with a bit of chew, this was probably the best focaccia I've ever eaten. It came generously drizzled with olive oil and alongside chopped peppers drenched in even more olive oil, which added a nice little kick. We highly recommend starting with this. TAGLIATELLE - 27 Out of the four pastas, this was my absolute favorite. I love the thin yet chewy texture of the tagliatelle, and the bolognese sauce was rich and hearty. Finished with just the right amount of Parmigiano, both the pasta texture and sauce were sheer perfection. PICI 'CACIO E PEPE' - 23 This was such a simple pasta, yet so delicious. It was incredibly creamy and cheesy, with hints of fresh black pepper flavor that blew standard at-home black pepper grinders out of the water. Despite it being the simplest pasta of the night, I enjoyed it immensely. RIGATONI - 32 This pasta was simple yet slightly innovative, featuring sausage paired with a broccoli-based pesto. There was a slight bitterness that was polarizing among our group. While this wasn't my favorite pasta, I appreciated the creativity. PERCIATELLI NERO - 35 This dish packed in more components than just pasta and sauce: plenty of crab, tomatoes, and crispy breadcrumbs on top. However, the combination wasn't very memorable. None of the flavors really stood out, and it was my least favorite pasta of the night. OLIVE OIL CAKE - 14 Served with a pile of golden raisins and fancy whipped cream, this ended up being a bit of a miss. The raisins were a bit too sweet, and the cake's texture was uneven -- some bites were soft and moist, while others felt dry. A couple of others in my group also felt the same way. Overall, I'd give L'Artusi a 4.5/5; it was mostly hits with a couple of misses. The pasta portions are quite small. Since each dish is primarily carbs and sauce, I'd imagine you'll likely need an appetizer or a pasta and a half to leave full. Still, I'd definitely come back for the focaccia, tagliatelle, and the cacio e pepe.

    L'Artusi had been on my list for a while, so I went in with pretty high expectations. Overall, it…read morewas a very good dinner, but it didn't quite live up to the hype for me. It's obvious they use quality ingredients and the kitchen is technically very sound. The pasta in particular was cooked perfectly. Everything we had was good and well executed, but nothing really jumped out at me or felt especially memorable. There are several places around the city that I feel can deliver a similar meal and experience without quite as much hype. That's not to say I didn't enjoy L'Artusi, because I absolutely did. It just didn't separate itself from some of the other really good Italian restaurants I've visited. Service was great, the atmosphere was nice, and overall we had a very enjoyable dinner. Just one where my expectations may have been a little higher than the experience delivered.

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    Kitchen area

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    Trattoria Trecolori

    Trattoria Trecolori

    4.1(3k reviews)
    2.6 miTheater District, Midtown West
    $$

    It was difficult getting a reservation for the time we wanted so I booked for 45 minutes later. We…read morearrived at our desired time, told the hostess we were early and immediately seated. Water and excellent bread arrived immediately and the waiter was helpful describing dishes and giving advice. Salads were fresh and crisp. Caesar was nicely dressed and the mixed salad was a nice combination with well balanced herb vinaigrette. Seafood dishes had large amounts of fresh seafood and the veal picatta had the lemony flavor you expect without excessive acidity. Dessert was tasty and innovative. The ricotta based cheese cake wasn't as smooth as the cream cheese form but the citrus flavor was great. Throughout the meal water and bread were refilled, plates from completed courses removed and next delivered without being overly hovering. All in all a really great meal.

    The service was good and the food was generally tasty…read more The clams appetizer was a bit like an oysters Rockefeller and the sauce had a nice mild tartness to it. The carbonara had a great smokiness from the meat, and the risotto was cooked well as was most of the seafood in it. Both the carbonara and risotto had some inedible parts to it that were disappointing. The pancetta had small pieces of hard cartilage and the risotto had part of a shrimp shell.

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    Trattoria Trecolori - 2nd floor dining area

    2nd floor dining area

    Trattoria Trecolori - Capellini puttanesca - super tasty

    Capellini puttanesca - super tasty

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    Foul Witch - italian - Updated September 2026

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