WOW WOW WOW. So damn good, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Standouts are the tuna crostini, focaccia with whipped ricotta, and the farfallone. Also, I'm not a huge dessert person, but you have to get the tiramisu. Plates were on the smaller side but this was good for two people. The ambience is also very romantic. If you can get a res, be prepared for a great time. read more

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Delish Italian sister spot of Four Horseman so naturally I took my sister and came for dinner! Interior is much larger than Four Horseman, with tables both in the front and back and a decent sized bar. We had a resy but it seemed like walk-ins were being accommodated fairly easily. Started with the passionfruit spagliato (delish- aperol spritz energy), and a glass of a very natural orange (Denavolo), and the focaccia and beef tendon salad. The starters were my favorite bites of the meal! The focaccia was one of the best I've had- super crispy with butter-like whipped ricotta. The Nivetto salad was collagen-rich beef tendon with onion and citrus which was such an unexpected combo but delicious- probably my favorite bite of the night. Tendon is big in Chinese cooking and I'm always a huge fan, so it was exciting to see it on an American menu. For pastas they didn't have that many options (literally only 2), so we got both. The Tortellini was very mid, flavor and cook were both slight misses for me, but the Farfallone with Calabrian chilis was better in both regards. We ended with the salted milk gelato with honey and the fennel pollen olive oil cake. Gelato was super creamy and salty, and paired perfectly with the warm olive oil cake. Loved them both with the fluffy whipped cream that had a zing from the fennel pollen. Overall was a delicious meal. Service was kind and helpful, but not stuffy or pretentious. Would definitely come back in another season to sample more of their offerings read more

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After having a phenomenal time at the Four Horsemen, I knew I had to check out their sister restaurant I Cavallini and managed to snatch a resy for weekend. While I still prefer the former, I still had an amazing time at the latter. Started off with their nervetti which were very thinly sliced beef tendon. They were well seasoned and chewy/slightly gelatinous, which contrasted from the crunchy raw onions. The addition of orange zest added a nice citrus aftertaste. The fried squash blossoms were good but can be skipped next time. The tempura batter overpowered the squash blossom but I enjoyed the tangy and green-onion forward honey glaze. The grilled tripe blew my mind! It was very tender on the inside and nicely charred and crispy on the outside. The chimichurri action with the wild argula provided nice fresh, grassy and herbacious flavors. The malloreddus pasta combined multiple things I love: corn, shrimp, and uni cream. The uni part was subtle but I loved the creaminess and the addition of black pepper. The shrimp was fresh, corn was sweet, and pasta cooked nicely al dente. The pork chop was probably one of the best pork chops I've ever had in NYC!! It was super tender and flavorful! The cherry glaze was sweet and savory. We devoured this in no time! For dessert, the apricot kernel gelato was very tasty! The gelato itself had an almond-y, nutty flavor that reminded me of the Cantonese almond paste dessert. The surrounding cream was fluffy and sweet with a subtle floral profile. So glad I got to try it! The space is cute, chill, and cozy. The kitchen was running behind but staff kept checking in and gave us proactive updates. They were kind and polite. I enjoyed the simple decor and dim lights - perfect for date night or a special meal! read more

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Overall good meal with great service but slightly overhyped in my opinion. Highlights of the meal included the tuna crostini and farfallone. I thought everything else was just ok read more

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Fairly disappointing. The fried squash blossom felt greasy and too plain in flavor, more just like fried dough. The tortelli di erbetta had a nice exterior, but something about the ricotta and herb feeling just didn't really come together for me. Portions were pretty small. My total was $65 after tax and tip, which really didn't feel worth it. read more

I Cavallini - Fried squash blossom - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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4.5 stars Lovely little restaurant from the same team behind four horsemen, with a great wine selection. Maybe I'm biased and hard to please but I really need to be extremely impressed to give an italian restaurant 5 stars, but let me give you a rundown of what we ordered. The service was fantastic though - tuna crostini (4.5/5): tuna was so fresh and date butter flavor was so unique - really delicious, just wish the tuna shined slightly more - focaccia (4/5): wish the focaccia was slightly more fluffy to soak up the ricotta but other than that it had a nice crisp and was airy so did not feel too heavy. the whipped ricotta was a bit bland though... don't get me wrong I loved it but my partner wished there was some flavor to it like honey or something. tasted a bit like flavorless thick cream cheese - Cucumber (5/5): expensive but a must order in my opinion. so light and refreshing and I loved the addition of the mint - Spaghetti al limone (4/5): might have been my favorite pasta, spaghetti is perfectly al dente and I love the bright flavors from the lemon - Sungold tomato risotto (4/5): wow the tomatoes are soooo delicious and fresh, the dish really brings forward those flavors. I just wish the risotto was a bit more al dente - Farfallone (2.5/5): sorry but just not my favorite. The redeeming factor was the farfallone was cooked perfectly al dente and the shape was so fun, but just too oily and heavy for me and the pancetta was extremely salty, we couldn't eat it Overall a great spot to try and perfect for a date night read more

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Was able to get a reservation from notify and sit at the bar. Overall I enjoyed some dishes more than others, but would come back if I had a reservation (not sure I'd wait longer than 30 minutes for a table if walking in). Ambiance / Service: honestly can't even recall the decor. Neighborhood vibes - casual, but feels intimate. Would be a great date night spot. I sat at the bar and actually loved it. Shoutout to Javi who was the bartender and our server. He was super friendly and knowledgeable - definitely made our dinner an experience. Food: split the belong among 2 people. A lot of the portions are fairly small, so this was a pretty good amount for 2 hungry people. -Bluefin Tuna Crostini: comes with two. Very flavorful, but definitely has heat to it (coming from a spicy wimp). -Bonito: comes with 4 pieces. Thick and meaty texture, needed salt. This was our least favorite. Would skip. -Fried Green Asparagus: recommend. Reminds me of tempura. -Spaghetti al Limone: very lemony and creamy (in a good way!) definitely lives up to its name. You can really taste the Meyer lemons. Needed a little salt, but still enjoyed. -Pappardelle: hearty, rich. Needed a little salt, but still enjoyed. -Farfallone: the best pasta dish we got. It's a staple for a reason. Definitely order! -Pork Chop: biggest portion. Could easily share among 4 people (if getting other dishes). This was sooooo good. So flavorful and tender. Highly recommend. It doesn't come with any sides though, so would recommend one of the salads to accompany it. -Spring Lettuces: standard, but exactly what we wanted. Had it to accompany the pork chop. read more

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Overhyped and expensive. Food was salty/plain and portions were so small. Only liked the focaccia bread and risotto. I was excited to try this place out but not worth it. read more

Food: 4.4/5 Service: 4.3/5 Ambiance: 4.2/5 Value: 3.1/5 I was able to book a 5:15pm bar seat at I Cavallini, a notoriously difficult place to get a reservation. It is owned by the same folks from the lauded The Four Horsemen (TFH), which I still haven't been to. On my Uber ride to I Cavallini (which is located across the street from TFH) I noticed that there were many people lined up outside TFH. They must have been waiting there for a half hour. I live in the neighborhood and it's tough that we locals cannot eat at neighborhood restaurants because of crowding out from the tourist crowd. Anyway, I was thankful to get into I Cavallini finally. The interior is medium sized and does not feel cramped. The ceilings are high. The bar had some high end audio equipment on the shelf like a McIntosh amp. The bar seat was not the most comfortable (it didn't have a back), but at least I had sufficient elbow room against my neighbors to the left and right. The water glass for the ice water is too small. The ginger jawn non alcoholic beverage ($16) was refreshing. My server behind the bar this evening was named Brittany. The service was satisfactory. When I ordered my two pasta dishes and a main, she offered the option of making one of the pasta dishes a "demi" or half portion of I wanted. That was good. I took her up on that, which allowed me to try the cucumbers ($18), which others have said is a must-get. I found them just ok. They were served with a colatura di alici (an Italian fish sauce) that didn't really enhance the dish that much. It would have been better if they were colder. The demi farfallone (large bow tie pasta, four pieces, $22) with pancetta was quite tasty. It's not too rich, contrary to what another reviewer said. The malloreddus with royal red shrimp, corn, and uni butter ($38) was basically the same size as my demi pasta dish, so that was a bummer. It tasted like corn chowder, which is yummy, but I didn't taste much uni, nor get the texture of it either. Still delicious though. The roasted heritage chicken ($49) was really nicely done. I don't know how they get the chicken that moist and the skin that crisp. It was like eating Peking duck. It came in a generous wading pool of a garlic confit brown sauce. The tiramisu ($20) looked more impressive than it tasted. They used Maldon salt, and I found it too sharp, jarring, and disturbing from the creamy sweet/bitter taste that I expect from tiramisu. I didn't finish it. Disappointing. So $177.47 including tax for my dinner and I left a $32 tip. Expensive, definitely, but worth it? Perhaps. It depends on your objective. If you are going there to impress a date then it'll check that box, but as a solo diner probably not. read more

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I was finally able to get a reservation here and it was well worth it. First, I loved the space--modern with chill vibes. Our server was friendly and helpful when deciding on our order. We shared a few small dishes and a couple of pastas between two of us and it was the perfect amount. The oysters were refreshing to start. The tuna crostini with date butter might've been my favorite, such a unique combination of flavors. The nervetti was tasty, paper-thin sliced, and paired very well with the vinegar. The green asparagus was perfectly fried. The pastas were also a highlight, both very different. Great spot for date night! read more

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this is one of those restaurants that I've been dying to try ever since they opened because I am a big fan of the four Horsemen and figured this would be great as well. While getting a reservation is it's own sport, checking Resy at random times is the way to go. When you walk in, there is a nice upfront section with a long bar and a great back dining room room. The space feels cozy, but not too intimate where you feel like you're on top of the table next to you and listening in on their conversations. The service has to be a standout from this experience - our waitress was so friendly and helpful in helping us decide what to order and giving suggestions for things that would pair well together. Onto the food I think the first half of the menu which is all of the small bites greatly outshines the second half which is the larger plates. When you come here everything is made to share and honestly, I wouldn't even touch any of the larger plates. I would really just focus on the small dishes and maybe a pasta or two. The highlight was the bluefin toast which we ended up getting a second order because it was that good and I could have that as a meal on its own. The large dishes we got were the trout and sausage which were really not that good at all and pretty overpriced for what it was. In terms of the dessert, of course you see the tiramisu pictures online and it was just fine. Nothing memorable or stand out ish. Overall, it was a good experience, but truthfully will not be running back here. read more

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The wait: Got in line outside at 4:40 pm on a Friday, and the host was already talking to people. The two of us spoke to the to host around 5 mins later and he gave us the option of dining at 5 PM or 7:45 PM; we chose the latter and grabbed a drink in the neighborhood. Ultimately they didn't seat us until 8:05 PM but what can you do lol. The food: Farfallone with calabrian chili butter and smoked pancetta was absolutely incredible. Also loved the beef carpaccio with leeks and sicilian anchovies, and wild arugula with pear walnuts and cheese salad. Tiramisu was great, too. Also had the gnocchetti sardi with shrimp, zolfini beans, and herb butter, but it wasn't totally memorable, so would try other dishes next time. The verdict: Overall loved. Would come back with a reservation next time (or would just eat at 5 to avoid the 3-hour wait). read more

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Loved I Cavallini. The expectation was high because of all the hype it's been getting but also because Four Horsemen is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. Super happy to say that it lived up to the expectation. Favorite bites were definitely the pastas especially the farfallone with Calabrian chili butter and pancetta. Also really loved the fried sweetbreads with panzanella and chanterelles (probably my favorite), nervetti with onions, and the focaccia. I can't wait to try another menu! Service was super friendly and honest. Loved chatting with everyone. Space was dimly lit and sexy. Different than Four Horsemen. Overall, I'm a huge fan. read more

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This lives up to the hype!!! Food was excellent, the staff were so helpful and attentive. She even apologized when one of our apps came out of order since one was bread, but they are so attentive to those little details. We felt very taken care of. Also the hostess was lovely, introduced herself when we came in and just had really good vibes Didn't see much of the space as we sat near the front by the windows, but it wasn't too loud or dark! read more

I Cavallini - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great atmosphere, food and service were exceptional. The portion size could have been a little bigger but oh so delicious! read more

Very excited to try this restaurant after all the hype and also since we loved four horsemen. We got a resy notify on the day of for 6pm so luckily we didn't have to waitlist at opening. We went the first day they started opening on Sundays and there were a few empty seats. The beef carpaccio was fine, nothing special. The focaccia was so good, especially with the whipped ricotta. The farfallone was one I was looking forward to -- it was good but the shape of the pasta was so big I feel the flavor was a bit lost. The trofie with pesto was surprisingly good, highly recommend. The gnocchetti was fine, not a fan of beans. The chicken is a must get -- soooo incredibly juicy and lives up to expectations. The tiramisu was a great end to dinner as well. Overall, it was good but definitely a bit more hyped up. I'd say four horsemen is better if you want variety and a nicer ambiance. This is better if you want something slightly more casual and more pasta heavy. We also noticed that the space is much larger than four horsemen. I'd definitely come back and try more items on the menu! read more

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Everything here was amazing from start to finish. The moment you walk in, you can smell hints of coffee and just feels like a homey environment and the lights give it that sexy charm. The focaccia here is buttery and perfect and words cannot describe how pillowy it is. The dressing on the beets and burrata is another sleeper pick but an amazing add. We loved the eel toast as well, and the lamb sausage and farafelle were perfectly balanced to end off the meal. Couldn't skip the tiramisu, and the flaky salt is unique and really what it tied it together for an umami finish. Service here was outstanding across the board and my man Zed was awesome. read more

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I went to I Cavallini last week with a few other people. My reservation was at 5 PM, which is when the restaurant opens. There was a loooong line at the door. It was a bit disorganized -- not clear where people with reservations should wait vs walk-ins, and the host didn't come out until around 5:10 PM. The restaurant is nicely decorated, lots of booths, dimly lit. Service was friendly and attentive. I tried the following dishes: Focaccia with whipped ricotta and roasted cherry tomatos (4/5): The focaccia was really good, the ricotta wasn't bad but was very thick and not super memorable. Fried eel toast with pine nuts and golden raisins (3/5): This was okay. It was tempura battered, which was nice, and the eel was good. But overall this was fine. Bucatini with sungold pomodoro and ricotta salata (4/5): This was a pretty good dish. The bucatini tasted fresh, and there was a tanginess that was really nice. The portion size was pretty good. Trofie pesto pasta (3/5): This was fine, the pesto was a bit too cheesy, which made it a bit dry. Half roasted chicken (3.5/5): A decent chicken. No complaints about it. Chilled cucumbers with colatura di alici (4/5): The cucumbers were nice. Very refreshing, in a nice green sauce. It was a good addition to the meal. For dessert, we got the olive oil cake, honey gelato, and tiramisu. The olive oil cake was incredibly dry. The honey gelato was good. The tiramisu was good. Overall, I had a good but not great experience at I Cavallini. I may return, but not for a while. read more

I Cavallini - L: bucatini with sungold tomatoes; R: trofie pesto - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

From the same people from The Four Horsemen across the street, I Cavallini brings a similar level of elevated craft and taste. We went on opening day and they save a number of seats for walk-in, so if you're here by 5pm you might get a seat for later that night. The food overall was both creative and tasty. We had the nervetti to start, which while not my favorite was still pretty good. Texture was a bit gooey (as you'd expect from tendon) but the flavor was on point. The pasta was a highlight and if I come back I think we'd order more pasta dishes. The trofie with pesto was beautifully cooked and tasted amazing. For mains we had had the bluefin tuna and lamb sausage. Both were excellent. The bluefin tuna was beautifully cooked, being slightly raw on the inside with a good fatty texture while still having a flavorful dressing with the beans. The lamb sausage was delicious and paired with the squash and cherries, being slightly more acidic in flavor. For dessert we had the tiramisu, which was delicious. Packed with tons of cream the dessert overall felt really indulgent. Overall loved this place, hope to be back! :) read more

The space is nice and spacious. It was nice being able to eat and not have other tables on top of each other. The staff was very attentive, filling out glasses and making sure we had what we wanted during our seating throughout each course. The focaccia with whipped ricotta is delicious, we thought about getting another order because it was so light. The fried eel was surprisingly satisfying. The lightly fried fish on top of the sweetness of the raisins was a great bite. The farfallone with Calabrian chili butter was good, the waiter said it wasn't spicy but it definitely builds up as you eat it, my husband compared the spice to eating buffalo wings. We ordered the special of the night which was a ribeye. It came with a delicious onion butter and roasted red peppers. The compound butter was amazing and made the dish. The dessert. The tiramisu was very good. You could definitely taste the liquor in it. I would love to visit again when the menu has new items on it. Highly recommend coming in a group to share different things. read more

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Definitely worth the Rest Battle! The dishes got better with each course we couldn't believe it! The restaurant is larger than its sister the Four Horseman which we enjoyed. Pro tip! Don't skip the cherry glaze pork chop, you won't be sorry! read more

Went with a group of 4 and was able to try quite a bit of the dishes! You MUST get the Fava beans, Cucumbers & Tiramisu if available. All the secondi items were good but not super wowing - if I went back I would try more pastas. Honestly could not give higher praise for the service. They took great care of us all night and were so lovely. Definitely get a reservation - seemed like walk-ins were near impossible if you come after 5pm read more

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Environment is so cozy! Went here on a weekday when it opened and sat at the bar. Full menu available- be aware that the menu changes frequently! The pesto was absolutely delightful and light read more

I Cavallini - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A disappointment unfortunately! The dishes were very hit or miss. We loved the focaccia, the winter greens salad, and two of the pastas. But one of the pastas was just ok (very bland), and the trout was straight up BAD (it was drenched in oil). To be clear, though, the service is impeccable - very friendly and attentive. I doubt we'll come back. But it was fun to try! read more

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They texted me that we could get in earlier than our late reservation if we wished...we did wish. We were greeted warmly, our server was excellent and offered some great recommendations. One of the dishes we ended up trying was the farfallone and it's the first time I ever wanted to lick my plate in a restaurant. Really great experience and we will definitely be back next time we visit. read more

Pretty phenomenal from beginning to end. I really loved the farafelle and pesto pastas. They were all quite good. The whipped ricotta with focaccia was just out of this world good. read more

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Was able to snag a last minute res for the bar. Certainly lives up to the hype, not a single bad dish. Especially loved the Sawara, Tripe, the Uni Corn Pasta. But the Farfallone... my goodness one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. read more

Four Horsemen has done it again with their Italian restaurant! We got in line around 4:30 and were able to get seated by 5:15 (3 of us) which was awesome. The line definitely got pretty long so would recommend getting in line right when they open! We got a variety of items from their menu of the month - everything was fantastic including the cocktails. Lots of vegetarian options as well which was great. 10/10 we will be back! read more

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Had a very good meal here. If it wasn't in WB and instead in downtown Manhattan, I'd probably come a lot! We had a prime time reservation for 4 on a Friday night and arrived to a horde of people outside the restaurant, either waiting to get seated or waiting for something. It was quite sceny. The food: - Focaccia - it was fine, not mind blowing. Not sure I'd order it again - mussel panzanetta - very good - the pastas were a clear highlight. We ordered all of them, and three of them TWICE. Yes. The waitress was somewhat shocked, thinking we were trying to order dessert but nope, doubled up on the farfallone (the best), trofie, and I think bucatini (it's been a few weeks) - bluefin tuna belly - very good as well It was a big restaurant. Good ambience, friendly and courteous wait staff. Would be excited to revisit! read more

Wonderful restaurant. Modern western cuisine. Outstanding wine list. Excellent service. We dined in on a Thursday night. I showed up at 4:35 pm to already find a line of four parties. It seemed like a the parties of less than four that arrived before opening at 5 were able to be seated as walk-ins. The host made a concerted effort to seat all the full parties that showed up early. They nabbed us a cozy corner table and gave us a generous dining time of two hours before they needed the table back. Probably some of the best hosting and seating accommodations that we've come across for restaurants with hard to get reservations. They have a full bar and an extensive wine list. A list of nearly dozen house cocktails with takes on popular drinks like martinis and Negronis. Around ten wines by the glass. Perfect variety and some intriguing options by the glass. Definitely one of the best wine offerings we've come across lately. They also have a handful of bars available by bottle/can. Menu is super approachable and well laid out. We started with the mussels and heirloom tomato salad. Very generously dressed which I like. A couple ingredients I wasn't able to identify. There was a thin radish like slice and some small breaded bites that were about the same size as the mussels. I wasn't able to identify what was breaded. Next was the summer lettuce salad. A variety of perfectly picked greens with a lighter dressing. A simple dish which placed a lot of emphasis on the quality of the greens. We decided to go with two pastas as our entrees. The triofe with pesto came out first. A very herb forward pesto focusing on earthy flavors over creamy or nuttiness. It's a thin and twisted pasta with small crevices that picked up the perfect amount of potato. It was quite doughy and somewhere in the realm of rare to medium rare on the tenderness of pasta. Not too to far off from gnocchi in terms of chewiness. We also had the farfallone with Calabrian chili butter and pancetta. Farfallone were extra large bow ties that I initially thought were sheets of lasagna. The tenderness of these were right on point in my opinion. Perfect balance between firmness and softness. The spicy sauce and the pork were great compliments. The dish offered a small portal from southern Italy to the Sichuan region of the Far East. Service was stellar. Very attentive without being overbearing. Our waitress was very knowledgeable. She walked us through the whole menu and was well versed on the wine menu too. Pacing of the food was on point. Our meal of two salads, two pastas, and two beverages totaled about $175 with tax and tip. There were two gender neutral restrooms; the one I used was spacious and handicap accessible. read more

This was amazing -- no surprise, given that Four Horsemen is one of our favorites. Of the apps, focaccia with ricotta and tomatoes is an automatic reorder, and we also loved the eel toast and gnocco frito. Of the pastas, the trofie, farfallone, and especially the incredible bucatini are all among the best versions of these dishes that you can get anywhere. We also really loved the leeks as a side. For dessert, the tiramisu was our favorite, but we also loved the gelato and olive oil cake. read more

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Great dinner! Low-key but lively vibes and nice music, mix of seasonal and older rock for me. Bartenders were very attentive and helpful for recommending dishes and drinks and fun to chat with. Food came pretty fast without much wait between dishes. If you go as solo diner, you can get half-dishes of primi to try a few (at reduced price). Marinated peppers - solid starter, combination of sweet balanced by spices, juicy as well Risotto - flavorful with nice textures, balanced ingredients not overpowering Trofie w/ pesto - very good but felt the pesto was a little excessive. Nice balance of parmesan Rainbow trout w/ potatoes- delicious! Potatoes cooked perfectly, trout was tender and juicy. I think wouldve been better with a little more pepper but excellent Tiramisu - creamy, sweet with just right amount of bitterness. Love the presentation Overall tasty meal and great restaurant for special occasions, nice dinner or just a casual night! read more

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As a disclaimer, I am vegetarian as is my wife. We went for her birthday dinner. Because we are vegetarian, we were a bit limited in what we could order. We got: - Foccacia - it was great - Fava bean salad - also great - Pasta dish and risotto dish - both pretty average - Chocolate pie - very good, not great The staff was very friendly and we had two amazing mocktails. Overall, for taste alone for a vegetarian diner, I'd say this place was GOOD, nothing amazing. What was most disappointing was that the next day, my wife and I both had food poisoning, and we contacted the restaurant to tell them in case anybody else also got sick. I never heard back from anyone! It was very disappointing to find the restaurant gave no consideration to the fact that two people who ate their food and got sick (much less, for a birthday dinner). It would've been a 3.5 stars before the food poisoning episode, but now it's a 1. read more

Best was the shrimp pasta with corn kernels - sweet and crispy , followed by ravioli with herbs and ricotta and lemony ceviche , service attentive and warm, snap pea salad was refreshing with a thread of lemon and herbs tying it all together in a meal . Entree fish was fine but nothing mind blowing read more

Excellent service and amazing staff here. They were extremely attentive. Appetizers: - nervetti: good cartiledge and it was flavorful 4/5 - culatello was the best with the puffy pastry by far 5/5 it is a must get - Food: - bugateggi was great pasta; felt authentic, filling, and flavorful 4/5 - farfallone was a big bow tie pasta and really delicious with the bacon 5/5 - cod had very little flavor and tasted a bit sea/raw. I would not order that again 1/5 and I eat a lot of cod Dessert: - tiramisu was excellent and not too sweet; portion was massive 5/5 Overall, drinks were excellent, the appetizers were delicious, and the entrees were very mixed. Would visit again to try but would not line up. read more

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Lives up the the hype for once. Great wine list with a bunch of things to drink at decent markup. The menu is solid and well executed. Simple dishes and concepts just done well. Ambiance and service all deliver without being overly suffocating or detached. read more

Superb new place from the Four Horsemen team. The space is sleekly designed in a listening-bar style. Big speakers. Jolts of red - lamps, speakers, window trim, paintings, bring it all home. The look and decor is really well thought out. Very out-there playlist of obscure French pop, Spanish disco, unconventinal stuff like that - that you can't necessarily find on streaming services. Loved that. It seems to be open late, and I'm guessing it's a favorie for other chefs and industry folk. I think they do take walk-ins. The bar was busy. There is extreme risk taking going on in the kitchen, as well as the drinks menu, which means their menu will not be to all tastes. Instead of Coldplay, this is that cult band your friend can't stop talking about. Except it's not easy to get in, and in many cases, you need to know someone to score a res. A searingly popular joint, that will remain divisive. The martinis were on point. Great vermouth from the Adriatic sea! The pastas reign supreme. I think we all agree there. I loved the focaccia and ricotta. Others I know weren't as impresssed. I loved the eels on toast. Others I know found it too weird. Golden chicken was delicious. A very interesting mix of flavors and textures, fatty, yet crispy. It comes with the talons like the pigeon dish did in David Toutaine's Paris restaurant (my Parisian table mates at DT quietly put theirs on my plate because they knew I would eat anything.) Leeks were a great side. Liked the description of the tiramisu more than the dish itself. The restaurant is loud, the prices are not cheap, some of the four tops have stools, so it's not necessarily the place to take your parents. But I appreciate that it's definitely a vibe. Service was personable and extremely focused. I highly recommend, a great late night splurge (it feels weird to me to eat here earlier than 8 pm). read more

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The food was surprisingly amazing. We loved everything we got. Wait was about an hour.

Absolutely amazing dinner at I Cavallini! The focaccia with whipped ricotta and roasted pumpkin was unreal--so fresh and flavorful. The trofie with pesto and parmigiano reggiano (hands down my fave) and the gnocchetti sardi with shrimp, zolfini beans, and herb butter were both knockout dishes we couldn't stop talking about. And the grilled Berkshire pork chop with the preserved cherry glaze? DELICIOUS. Perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Truly an amazing experience from start to finish. We're already excited to come back! read more

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This place is definitely worth the wait! We didn't have a reservation so we got on line at 4:30pm on a weekend and we were the second party! You cannot go wrong with any of the pastas - we got the buactini with sungold pomodoro and ricotta salata and the farfallone with calabrian chili butter and smoked pancetta. The farfallone was by far our favorite dish and we were contemplating if we should order a second plate of it. It was smoky and a little bit spicy. read more