Amazing food! The lasagna bolognese was to die for. Will definitely be planning another trip to NYC to visit again!

My friends and I randomly ended up at La Lanterna di Vittorio late on a Saturday night while visiting New York, and I'm so glad we did. As a vegetarian, I appreciated the variety of vegetarian options. We ordered the bruschetta with added arugula, the vegetarian lasagna flight, flourless chocolate cake, and wine, everything was incredibly flavorful and delicious. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was so cozy and charming. It was my first time visiting New York from California, and this place gave me that perfect cozy Italian-in-NYC experience I had hoped for. I've already raved about it to so many people and would absolutely love to come back next time I'm in the city! read more

We decided to visit La Lanterna on a very busy Saturday evening in New York. We didn't have reservations, and our party of two turned into four. After having no luck at a few other restaurants, my cousin called La Lanterna, and thankfully they were able to accommodate us! Unfortunately, we were seated right behind the host stand near the entrance, where space was very limited. At first, we didn't mind since they were squeezing us in, but it was disappointing to see larger parties without reservations being seated in the beautiful garden and other dining areas. Aside from the seating, the food was absolutely delicious! We visited La Lanterna during our previous trip to New York and fell in love with their pesto lasagna, so naturally we had to come back for it. It was just as amazing as we remembered! I would definitely return, but next time I'll make a reservation and request the garden seating. The ambiance there is so charming and made our previous visit extra special! read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Lasagna Al Pesto - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

It was OK. We didn't eat at the comedy cellar. We decided to wait to grab a pizza after the show. Our tickets for the show were Monday night, so this was the same night and while it appeared to be very busy, it took a very long time to get a wait staff to help us for our alcohol order and our pizza order. It was OK. I would try to go back again and maybe when I had more time to really take it in. We got out of the show a little bit after nine and it just felt like it took too long to get our order together. Nice people. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Came here on a monday at 7 PM with a reservation for 6, and were seated out in the garden room. It had ample lighting, but was very loud and difficult to talk. I also disliked that the tables were very small and circular. We ordered two salads, two lasagnas, and a pizza. We found this to be ample for 6 people, and came out to about $23 per person after tip and tax. My favorite bite was the salad with the beets and goat cheese. The bolognese had good tomato flavor, and I liked the pork sausage in the rapini, but I found the lasagnas to be a bit too heavy and cheesey. The pizza had very thin and crispy crust, and it was difficult to detect the pesto and goat cheese flavors. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Mesclun Con Pollo Affumicato Salad, Barbabietole con Caprino e Mesclun Salad - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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La Lanterna Di Vittorio honestly blew me away the other day. I discovered it via social media and was concerned it was overhyped, but that was not the case by any means! Food: husband and I split a Canadian bacon and Brie crostini and a carne lasagna flight. Both were delectable and larger portions than expected. We both agreed the bolognese lasagna was our favorite but we enjoyed all of them. Super flavorful! Drinks: Very reasonably priced glasses of wine between $9.5-$13 with a solid selection too. Service: Our server, Brenna, was so sweet and provided excellent attentive service. Water was always full, checked in on us but not too often. Vibe: Space was bigger than expected with an indoor back patio! The tables are a bit small and close together, but that is very understandable given the layout of the space. Would absolutely return/recommend!! read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Canadian Bacon Crostini (top), Carne Lasagna flight (bottom) - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We loved this place for many reasons! First of all, the atmosphere is so cozy and there's multiple small rooms over two floors. They do seat you right next to other parties while leaving all the other tables in the room empty which could be a negative for some people. For the food, we shared the meat and vegetarian lasagne flights. I expected there to be clear hits and misses but everyone's favorites were different. Of the meat flight I loved the lamb and pancetta, and of the vegetarian my favorites were the funghi and arrabiatta. We also loved the bruschetta starter. We finished the meal with complimentary limoncello shots. A memorable night for sure; We will definitely be back! read more

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The four of us had a nice dinner tonight. In such a nice Italian restaurant, I would have expected some absolutely amazing homemade bread to accompany a pasta meal. No salad, no bread, reduces what could have been a perfect review. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Lasagna Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We heard about the lasagna flights and we knew we had to go. That's really the hook! Loves: + Lasagna flights ($26.50) - we split the carne (meat) and mare e monti (sea and mountains) ones, and all were good. My faves: cacio e pepe, gambero (shrimp), pancetta (bacon), and salsiccia (sausage) + Gelato is also good with three flavors for $10.50 + Drinks where wine is less than $12/glass or there are like 20 martini options + Cute ambiance. Love the heated garden. Two level restaurant so more spacious than you think + Excellent service!!! I wish I got his name but I loved our waiter. Just a fun, warm, and upbeat personality. I'm already dreaming about my next visit. Can't wait to come back soon, La Lanterna! :) read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Mare e monti lasagna flights (top) and carne lasagna flight (bottom); both $26.50 - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Great food. Known for pizza and lasagnas . All excellent. Service can be hit or miss sometimes but because of changes but the mean good and all want to help. Pizzas are amazing . Thin. Crust and great ratio of cheese to sauce. Lasagna bolognese was amazing and super flavorful. Great place in the village. Interim has outside patio , downstairs and inside dining area. Dark and cozy inside. read more

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I returned after my last review stating I would never return only To realize the food is indeed still very good but sadly yet again not up to standards. The hippie wasn't a vibe at All. read more

Lasagna flight?! Say no more!! We came here specifically for the lasagna flight and stayed for the people watching and the tiramisu! We came during a hot smoky day in the afternoon and there was no one sitting in the front. We split the vegetarian lasagna flight and were tempted by the tiramisu. Everything was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend coming here to try this unique dish. read more

So I went here randomly and honestly it felt like one of those little hidden spots you accidentally find and end up loving. The garden patio is such a vibe, super cozy and kind of makes you forget you are still in Manhattan. It feels more like you are sitting in someone's backyard in Italy than a busy city restaurant. The food is straight up comfort Italian. The pizza was thin, fresh, and not greasy at all, more authentic style with good ingredients instead of overloaded toppings. Those little baked lasagna flight dishes were actually really fun because you get to try different flavors and they all taste homemade in a good way. The broccoli and cheese lasagna was my favorite! Prices are pretty fair for New York and the portions fill you up without feeling heavy. Definitely a good date spot or somewhere to go when you want real Italian food and a cute atmosphere without the crazy scene. I would go back just for the patio alone. Seriously try this place!! You won't regret it! read more

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Of the three lasagna flight, the veggie was the best one. I opted for the black truffle add-on, which I would recommend. Of the four veggie flavors, try favorite was the plain cheese, then mushroom, then pesto, then spicy red sauce. The star of the meal was the tiramisu- it was light, melty. We did takeout so not sure about the atmosphere or service inside. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Lasagna Flight - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

This place is excellent!!! The ambience is so unique and fun, the menu is expansive, and the food is delicious!! Hope to come back again to try more things. The vegetarian lasagna flight is a must order. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Lasagna here rocks. The lasagna flight easily was the best thing there and would highly recommend. Also got the pesto lasagna (not included as a flavor in the flight) and it was so delicious. We were going to a comedy show right after dinner & the service accommodated that and made sure we got our meal and check quickly. Vibes are dark and datey in there. Courtyard seating is really cool. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Pesto lasagna - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Lasagna flights, enough said! A must try to all who come to this side of NYC. We did the vegetarian one and they all were very good. The tiramisu was extremely good as well. I'm drawing a blank on the servers name but he was the best I had in NY and I think the owner was there as well and was just as attentive. I will be back! read more

Large menu, delicious pizza, pasta, cheese, etc. Ordered a margarita which was average. Liked the tiramisu. Service was attentive, I think there was a bit of a language barrier. The lasagna is so rich and tasty. We were seated in the back patio which was really cute and a nice setting for a work dinner or really any occasion. read more

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Very cute rustic Italian vibes. Great wine selection. The lasagna flight is a must have!! Great service

My partner and I were celebrating our one year anniversary and were recommended this spot by a friend. What really sold me is the various lasagna flights that you could get! I could make a reservation online, which included choosing the patio (so quaint) so I was sold. When we arrived, we were promptly seated and had to walk through the restaurant to get to the back patio. The inside restaurant is quite small and you have to walk past the open kitchen to get to the back patio but that wasn't an issue. The back patio was super cute but VERY loud. We were anticipating more of a quiet, romantic vibe but this was not it. There were people drinking after work, some people celebrating on a date night and others that were pre-gaming before going out to the bars. The dress code was varied, and some people were in sweats vs nice dresses and ties. So the vibes were a little weird for me but honestly, the part that really threw me off was how echoey and loud the patio was. I felt like I couldn't hear anything and my partner could barely hear me. But all of that to say, I still enjoyed it. Our server was a typical Italian with very high energy. He came back multiple times to see what we would order and repeat it so quickly that sometimes I wasn't sure I understood what he said (pair that with the loud environment, I was struggling lol) but all in all, still would go back! This spot is not your typical Italian restaurant though as they really are known for pizza and lasagna. We got an appetizer, lasagna flight and another big piece to share, and tiramisu for dessert. Honestly the lasagna was SOOOO good and I still wish I could have more of it today! The mushroom lasagna was probably one of my favorite items along side the traditional bolognese. The tiramisu was mid and a little too soggy for me, so that was a miss but beyond that, I'd come back just for lasagna! Maybe even order a pizza next time. read more

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La Lanterna was super cute inside. However, the staircase to go downstairs is very narrow and steep; I had to walk sideways to avoid tripping. It was packed on a Friday night but the service was super quick! The lasagna bolognese was tasty but underwhelming. I would've preferred to have another type of pasta than to have lasagna noodles stacked on top of each other with super thin layers of sauce in between. The desserts were pretty disappointing. The cannoli had some sort of citrus in the cream, which had I known before, I would not have ordered it. The flavors were weird and not good. The tiramisu was decent flavor wise but the lady fingers were a soggy mess. This place is ok for a cheaper Italian dinner in NYC but don't expect anything life-changing. read more

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We went here on a Wednesday night thinking it'd be quiet but nope, it was packed! Super lively but also pretty noisy, so just a heads-up if you're going for a date night like we were, it's hard to talk over the crowd. We started with the bruschetta (8/10) which was so fresh and then tried the famous lasagna flight (9/10). They have three options and you can't substitute: carne, vegetarian, and pesce y carne. We picked the vegetarian with the truffle funghi paste as an add on. The food came out fast, and the service was excellent. The lasagna was delicious but very cheesy. I just wanted a bit more pasta in each bite. We were way too full for dessert, but honestly, for how good the food and service were, the prices felt super reasonable. I'd totally go back just maybe not for a quiet night out. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Brushchetta Pomodoro E Basilico - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Cool restaurant in the heart of the East Village. It has a real old school feel when you enter. Dark and cramped but the seating is well spaced. Ordered the Lasagna Flights which were top notch. Also ordered the Pizza Salame which was very tasty. It didn't have a good fold and the crust was a little chewy but still a good flavor. Service was a little spotty. They were clearly overworked and you had to try and get their attention. Also not very engaging. I still recommend this place. You won't be disappointed. read more

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This place was super cute! We're lucky to have sat in the back patio, which was a much more spacious and calmer section. The service was good and fast and they had fun cocktails and well-priced wine. The cheese board we had to start was good, only because of those amazing focaccia crisps and the mozzarella (so so delicious). The other cheeses we had - the fontina and Piave - really tasted like we were eating old cheese rinds. Really bizarre. The lasagna flight was SOO YUMMY though. I got the carne and would definitely recommend. What a fun dish. Would return to this cute patio space! read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Lasagna Flight - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Had a reservation on a Saturday night, came a little early and was able to be sat early! The service was really nice and the ambience is very cute. It is like an indoor patio area in the back of the restaurant which is where we sat. The drinks are reasonably priced, for example, $10 for a glass of Chardonnay. The tables were a little small but not that big of a deal. We ordered Bruschetta (the Pomodoro e Basilico), and two types of lasagna. The lasagna bolognese and the lasagna ai Funghi. Both lasagna were very rich and so good. Portion sizes are really good for the price. The bruschetta was recommend by our server and it was a great classic offering. Overall, if I was in the area, I would highly recommend this restaurant. Food is good, atmosphere is good, ambience is beautiful and it was easy to get a reservation. read more

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Food is GREAT! The lasagna samplers are awesome - hearty and flavorful. The calzones are delicious, as well. I love the ambiance, it's romantic but could just be neutral if that's your vibe for your visit. Service is wonderful. Highly recommend! Especially if you're visiting the Cellar for a show! read more

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My wife and I were in visiting from California. We looked online for a place that looked like a true New York experience. This place certainly fit the bill. Walk up the steps, the restaurant, patio and back, downstairs, wonderful dining room, full of life and the sounds of happy diners. Also a great hidden bar down there that I guess used to have jazz. We loved it. We enjoyed the food and our server had wonderful recommendations for us. Next time we're in the city I'm sure we'll be back. read more

I've come back 2 times since my first review. The staff are great. The place is beautiful and they do a great job decorating every February. I had the cheese pizza last time I was here and it was great. This time I had the potato pizza. It was good but needed something. The person I was with has had all the lasagnas over time and loved them all. The spicy one is spicy. It's a lot of food. The pizzas are big! We've loved their tiramisu. This time we got the flourless chocolate cake and chocolate mud cake. Both were very rich. He liked the flourless better and I liked the mud. But the tiramisu is better than both. read more

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While I'm sure the food and wine is lovely, this is definitely NOT a good place for a small event. Vittorio, the owner hid behind his staff and refused to communicate with me in a timely manner either via email or phone message. I only received a cryptic email after more than a dozen phone calls. Seems we have a well loved local spot being weighed down by tired management. read more

Had an amazing time at La Lanterna Di Vittorio during a recent visit to New York. We were looking for a nice dinner to round off a fun extended weekend to the city. La Lanterna was the perfect middle ground between East/West Village and very close to our concert venue. As a lasagna aficionado, this hit the spot. They're an Italian restaurant that specializes in purely lasagna pasta only. If you're looking for other noodles, look elsewhere! We opted for the carne flights which was such a cool concept. Never had I heard of lasagna flight but this was great. All in all, we had a a great time at this cozy, dimly lit hidden gem and would return in a heartbeat. Be sure to stop in if you're in the neighborhood. Also, the hot apple cider was fantastic! read more

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We went walking around Washington Square Park during the 2026 Winter Storm. Looking for a place for cafe mocha we were so happy La Lanterna was still open after all these years. We went there when we attended NYU in the late 1970s-1980s. I had a panini which was excellent and cafe mocha, which could have been hotter but still tasted good. So happy that a classic is still around. Great service and the ambience is an old style Italian cafe. read more

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I came here because a friend recommended it to me and it really impressed me overall! I had a reservation but was still seated about ten minutes late (even with plenty of open seating), which was a little annoying, but thankfully the atmosphere made up for it. I sat in the enclosed (and absolutely adorable) back garden. It was really peaceful and charming. Although it was relaxing, I will say it was just a tiny bit warm even with the air on, which got a little uncomfortable toward the end of my meal. The server was great. They were very friendly and social, gave helpful recommendations, and somehow managed to keep my water glass full the entire time without me even noticing. Service like that always stands out. The menu here is enormous. Not only was there a huge selection of food, but I have never seen a martini menu that extensive! I ended up getting the Mango Tango and Banana martinis and both were dangerously good. The pours were generous and both drinks were so smooth and flavorful they disappeared a little too fast. I was really surprised that the banana one tasted exactly like... bananas. And it had no burn/gross aftertaste! For food, I HAD to do the carne lasagna flight, which is such a clever idea! The bolognese was pretty standard, the rapini was actually really unique and reminded me a bit of a breakfast quiche, and the pancetta one had a super bacon-forward flavor I loved. The agnello was the only miss for me. It just didn't have much flavor, though I did like the texture of the walnuts. Overall this was a really enjoyable dinner with great drinks, great service, and a super cute atmosphere. read more

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wow wow wow who would've thought this little italian restaurant cozied away in the corner would be this epic! the vibes are so cozy there's a fireplace and a wonderful backyard indoor garden that is lovely the staff is so kind and helpful! this is the only place i've been to that does delicious lasagna flights and a whole array of different pizzas to choose from! 10/10 this is perfect read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - pizza - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Met some friends at La Lanterna for a weekday visit while their family was visiting town. As a super old school italian joint in the West Village, the space is cramped, and they seem to fit as many tables as possible in the dimly lit space. Service was just OK - our waiter was kind and knowledgable, but at times it took lengthy waits to place orders or get our food or drinks. All that said, we did enjoy the sangria and the food they're known for - specifically their lasagna flights. With a seemingly limited cocktail menu but an extensive wine list, we decided to try the sangria, made with port wine and brandy. It was boozy and flavorful, and we ended up getting two each. We even persuaded others to get it for their drink after trying ours - it was that good. If you're looking for "healthier" items, you're pretty much out of luck at La Lanterna, as their specialties are heavier italian food - every lasagna is made with Béchamel: a thick creamy white sauce made from butter, flour and milk. It is a staple in traditional italian cooking, I get it, but I just don't think it's that great. As for the lasagna flights: There's no way to mix-and-match. You either choose the meat, the veggie, or the Mare Y Monti (2 sea-based lasagna, 2 land-based lasagna). Everyone that ordered the lasagna flights enjoyed them, but I didn't think they were anything special. We also tried the margherita pizza, and the mesclun salad - both were great and solid, but nothing special. While I wouldn't choose to come back on my own volition, considering I personally enjoy a healthier diet, I wouldn't necessarily avoid it altogether. That said, I would ask to sit in the back garden area on the upstairs level, rather than the cramped inside or downstairs dining rooms. read more

This place has been on my list for years so when my friend suggested we go I was so excited! I recommend making a reservation. The stairs are very narrow so consider if you're older or not so stable on your feet asking to eat upstairs. It is very dark so you will need the candle to read the menu. The wine prices were shockingly cheap with great variety. I wasn't drinking tonight but if I was I would have opted for one of the many martinis or many hot beverages. I had to order the lasagna flight as a first time customer, but which one? I ended up with the carne option. All were good although I couldn't really tell which was which as I ate. But I've never seen a lasagna flight before so it's a must order! They also have a fish version and a vegetarian version. We also ordered a salad which while simple in flavors was quite delectable. Big portion, huge slices of parm. I would definitely come back again! read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Rucola Con Parmigiano Salad - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Absolutely beautiful ambiance. Love the different lasagna choices. We got the spicy arrabiata and mushroom. The mushroom with the white sauce was surprisingly light and the flavor was so good. The arrabiata was spicy and so cheesy. Both were perfect to share. Service was good as well. Would highly recommend read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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I wrote my first review three years ago, but I had to update it because everyone I've introduced to this place has fallen in love with the tiramisu and keeps coming back for it. I returned to the city after all these years and had it again this month, and it's still the best tiramisu I've ever had: perfect texture, not too sweet, and exactly the way I remembered. Now that I live on the other coast, I still stand by the fact that this is the best tiramisu I've had anywhere in the country. Their Espresso Martini also deserves a shoutout because it's consistently excellent and pairs perfectly with the dessert. read more

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Come for the awesome lasagna flights! I was a bit bummed that you could not build your own lasagna flight of 4 choices from the myriad of flavors they have, but the preselected ones to choose from were still delicious. We got the vegetarian and the carne flights- my favorite was the mushroom lasagna. Also ordered an iced mocha that was very good. We enjoyed sitting in the enclosed patio out back. The place was not empty but more quiet for noon on a Saturday than I expected, which was a nice change from the craziness of NYC brunch places on Saturdays. Our waitress was attentive and nice too. read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Iced mocha - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We had an absolutely delightful experience here for a friend's birthday. The restaurant is very crowded and eclectic but it's what you expect from a popular local restaurant in New York. We all have drinks to start and they were very classic staples. We shared quite a few appetizers, all of which were fantastic. We did the cheese plate and my only complaint is I wish we had gotten more! We also had a salad to share which was delicious, and then my table mates all got different flatbreads, and I got the cacio pepe lasagna. Genuinely one of the best dishes I've ever had in my life, and I would suggest it to anyone looking for a delicious, rich, creamy and filling pasta dish in New York. We finished with a desert and my granita was delicious. I could not suggest this place more! read more

La Lanterna Di Vittorio - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Ummm loved this place!!! Focaccia crisps were amazing. Wine was cheap. Atmosphere is beautiful. Pizza was great. Pasta was great! Need to go back to try pie and tiramisu. Also curious about the paninis weirdly. Prices are also great. Vibes on the patio are amazing. We were even able to walk in on a Friday night with four people! read more

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