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Lavagna

4.2 (472 reviews)
PriceyItalian, Bars
Closed 1:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Classy
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Good looking salad that doesn't deliver
Sharmila S.

Sadly, this was super disappointing. With all the positive reviews, we really expected much better. The setting itself is beautiful and the ambience amazing. The waitstaff were charming and helpful. So this made the food all the more a disappointment. We had a salad of radishes, cheese and red peppers, and the red peppers were clearly from a bottle. We had another dish which was fried artichoke with a bean purée and sauteed mushrooms and it literally tasted like baby food. Maybe that artichoke had been fried in very hot water. It makes me sad to write this, but it's true. The only dish that was OK was the rigatoni which was modified to be veg for us. I'll caveat this by saying that perhaps the meat dishes are far better but I cannot recommend this beautiful spot for vegetarian.

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Sophie S.

I went to Lavagna with some friends for dinner, and it's just the coziest space. It's really clear that its been a part of the East Village for a long time, and has the feel of a classic NYC restaurant. The servers were very friendly, and allowed us to stay a little longer after we finished our meals which I always appreciate. We got the focaccia to start, which I really enjoyed. For our entrees we all got a pasta dish. I got the classic spaghetti because I'm vegetarian, and its what you would expect. Not always big on it but I was on a budget and it did the trick. My friend is vegetarian too and she asked to modify the rigatoni, which I should have done! They were able to modify it and remove the sausage which was very thoughtful of them. The other two guests got the ragu special, and enjoyed their meals! I would totally go back another time!

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Tamalika M.

The server was very helpful and nice. She gave great suggestions based on your dietary needs and her suggestions were spot on. We ordered the scarpaccio for appetizer and shared the rigatoni and Pollock for mains. And had an apple pie type dessert (forget the Italian name). The Pollock was my favorite dish by far. The fish was soft and peppery with a hint of lemon. Just delicious! Everything else was very good too. The restaurant is very small and has a cozy apartment-like vibe. Would definitely recommend making reservations as this place fills up quickly.

daily special pasta: pork ragu fettuccine
Simon P.

A cozy Italian restaurant at a quieter corner of East Village. The scallops appetizer comes with an interesting gravy like sauce. It is slightly not warm enough though and the scallop does not taste very fresh. Ordered the daily special pasta with pork ragu and eggplant with fettucine, this one tastes rich with matching flavours, and appreciated that they already come in two equal portion after we mentioned earlier that we are sharing the food. The salmon with risotto is normal, and again one point to note is that it's not served warm enough. Overall the ambiance and service of the restaurant is great. Food is reasonable but can work on the serving temperature.

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Rigatoni with vodka sauce is amazing. Service was excellent and the atmosphere is great.

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Great place in a quiet block in the East Village. The food and wine selection was excellent. We ate outside and the service was also amazing

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Food, ambiance, drinks, all perfect. Great date night spot! The staff has been around a long time and are superb.

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L'Artusi

L'Artusi

4.3
(2.7k reviews)
1.4 mi
$$$

Chic restaurant with open kitchen and a small upstairs private dining room. The restaurant felt…read moreromantic but also has several families and friend groups. The pasta was al dente perfection and most importantly there were generous sauce portions. Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and personable. I dined with a friend and we ordered 3 pastas instead of an appetizer (fantastic choice). We tried the following dishes: *Garganelli Mushroom Ragu and Ricotta Salata. This was by far our favorite dish. It was bursting with flavor, had tons of sauce and cheese and was perfectly cooked. If you enjoy mushroom you MUST order this!! *Tagliatelle Bolognese Bianco (Chicken, Veal, Pork) and Parmigiano. Which was so delicious and has plenty of meat and sauce. The tagliatelle was amazing and tasted to fresh. *Bucatini with Pancetta, Tomato, Chilies and Pecorino. We thought this was good but our least favorite dish of the 3. Honorable mention to the spaghetti that my friend had at her last visit. She said it was fresh and delicious but almost too rich which she mostly owned to it being a white sauce.

We really enjoyed our counter dining experience at L'Artusi, especially the chance to watch the…read morebustling open kitchen in action. We started with the housemade focaccia and Wagyu carpaccio--both were outstanding, with the perfect balance of crispy, flavorful, and fresh elements. My partner and I shared the pasta, hangar steak, and potatoes, which turned out to be the ideal amount for two. We finished with the famous olive oil cake, which we loved for its subtly sweet, moist and tender bite. Served with lightly whipped cream and raisins, the combination was surprisingly delicious. We were also touched by the complimentary anniversary scoop of ice cream. The interior seating is a bit snug, but the decor is beautiful--elegant yet homey. The service was good as well. Overall, we highly recommend L'Artusi for a special night out!

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Trattoria Trecolori

Trattoria Trecolori

4.1
(3k reviews)
2.5 mi
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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.

Delicious and dependable! I've been going here for years and it's still one of my favorite spots…read morebefore or after a Broadway show. It works especially well for a mixed group since they have plenty of options including dishes without meat and everyone can find something. Even my picky niece and nephew were happy. My favorite entree is the Capellini Puttanesca, with capers, olives, basil, and anchovies. It's super tasty, satisfying, and the perfect portion. I also love that they offer wine by the glass and the service is consistently attentive. The waiters are always moving through the room, checking tables, refilling water, and making sure people have what they need. It's good, reliable, and near Broadway. NOTES/TIPS: **Reservations recommended via Google, Open Table; wheelchair accessible; clean bathrooms.

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Capellini puttanesca - super tasty
Capellini puttanesca - super tasty
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