Opening night, absolutely loved the meal! To start the arancini was phenomenal, the focaccia with…read morethe dip was mind blowing, the panzanella salad was incredible. Artichokes were fine, nothing to write home about. For mains, the garganelli was phenomenal, and I loved the Bolognese. The Amatricana was very good, the lasagna and zucchini spagetti fine. For dessert the donuts and tiramisu were amongst the best I've had. Overall LOVED the meal and brought back memories of the old osteria Morini.

Had a great experience overall at Piccolo! My friends and I sat at the bar for their $9 martini…read morespecial, and our bartender, Tim, was exceptional. He was extremely warm and guided us to the best drinks for our tastes. The rest of the waitstaff and host team were equally welcoming, and the atmosphere was lovely. The only bump was toward the end when another bartender randomly rushed my group out while letting other patrons stay, which felt racially motivated. Despite that frustrating moment, Tim and the rest of the team made the overall experience wonderful, and I'd definitely come back.

Frank is the original East Village anchor of chef Frank Prisinzano's restaurant family, which also…read moreincludes sister spots Lil' Frankie's, Supper, and Daddies (along with Lil' Frankie's Grocery and Francuccio). Opened in 1998, it stays true to its cash-only, bustling, red-sauce neighborhood roots. Using the exact menu terminology, here is how the meal stood out: Black Kale Caesar: Crisp black kale tossed with garlic breadcrumbs, Parmigiano, and a rich dressing. Burrata Mozzarella Cheese: Served soft and creamy as an appetizer special, simple and focused on the quality of the cheese. Friday Special (Black Gnocchi): Their Friday-only homemade squid ink gnocchi special, which yields a delicate, pillow-soft texture. Chicken alla Parmigiana paired with Spaghetti Limone: We asked for the Chicken alla Parmigiana (crispy breaded chicken cutlet topped with marinara and melted mozzarella) and ordered a side of their iconic Spaghetti Limone--spaghetti tossed in a tart, bright lemon and butter sauce--to go with it instead of standard tomato pasta. The citrusy kick cuts right through the rich, cheesy cutlet. Fast, traditional service in a packed dining room. A must-visit classic in the East Village family of restaurants.

Really enjoyed this cute Italian neighborhood spot on the lower east side. They had a vast menu (a…read moreton on specials on top of the usual menu. We got the mozzarella appetizer, garlic bread, homemade gnocchi and the oriechette with sausage. Everything was delicious but the gnocchi was the highlight- the tomato sauce was delicious and we got straciatella on top- so good! The service was quick and we got some good recs from our server. Also they have a great wine list including a delicious orange wine that we got a bottle of. Will be back!

I was at this European-influenced American spot a while back with a group. There were plenty of…read moreother people there, but it didn't get too loud, and the service was friendly. To drink, I had a Sherry Cobbler for $20 with La Gritona reposado, manzanilla, rosemary, and cranberry jam. It was a tasty spin on the classic drink and was perfect for the fall. Overall, the food was pretty good at a relatively high price, which is expected for their location in the Village. My appetizer was the $20 Nancy's Camembert, served with a baguette and a cherry gastrique. The triple brie, which was creamy and slightly salty, was apparently discontinued back in April last year, which is presumably why they list a different cheese now on the current menu. The baguette had a good crust, while the cherry gastrique added some sourness and sweetness. It was a nice pair and a fun miniature spin on a cheeseboard. My main dish was the Bucatini Baczynsky for $28, which is their spin on Bucatini all'Amatriciana with smoked bacon from said Polish meat market instead of guanciale. The pasta had a decent texture and clung nicely to the pasta sauce, which had a bit of heat. The bacon added a wonderful smokiness, while the bits of caramelized onions added a nice extra sweetness. The only complaint was that it was perhaps a bit too salty, but I liked the flavor overall, which I'm not surprised about, as I like smoked meats a lot. Overall, it was a satisfying meal. It's not a spot I'd go out of my way to back to, but it's hard to complain otherwise.

We decided to make an impromptu visit to Anton's in the West Village as we'd always wanted to try…read moreit for dinner. We were seated on the outdoor patio right in front of the restaurant. The ambiance was nice, and the location couldn't be better, right in the heart of the West Village on Hudson Street. We ordered our drinks and waited at least 15 minutes before our waitress came over and said she'd forgotten what we ordered and asked us to repeat it. I was a bit annoyed since our orders were pretty straightforward, but I was willing to give her the benefit of the doubt. Unfortunately, she barely checked on us throughout the meal, which made the service feel lacking. For food, we ordered the mushroom and leek gratin, butternut squash salad, and hand cut angel hair pasta. The standouts were definitely the mushroom and leek gratin and the butternut squash salad, both of which were delicious. The hand cut angel hair pasta, on the other hand, wasn't particularly memorable. Overall, Anton's has a great location and a lovely atmosphere that makes it a nice spot for dinner in the West Village. The food was a bit of a mixed bag. However, the inattentive service took away from the experience. I'm glad we finally got to try it, but given the hype, I was expecting a little more. It's worth a visit for the ambiance and a couple of standout dishes, but I'm not sure it lived up to the expectations.

Manager was very rude but the rest of the staff was very sweet and gave me a great experience.read more

I visited Felice on the Hudson with a friend without a reservation and was pleasantly surprised…read morethat we were seated right away with no issue. We were quickly brought menus and a bottle of water, and the experience started off smoothly. We both decided to do the Restaurant Week special, which was $45 per person and felt like a great value for the amount and quality of food. To start, I ordered the calamari and artichokes, which were perfectly fried with a nice, crispy coating and a deep, savory flavor. It came with half a lemon and a mayo-based dipping sauce that paired really well. The portion was very generous, honestly so big I couldn't even finish it. My friend got the tricolor salad and said it was fresh and enjoyable. For the mains, I got the cacio e pepe, which was creamy, rich, and indulgent exactly what you want from that dish. It was simple but done really well. My friend ordered the chicken Milanese, and trying it together with everything on the plate really elevated the experience. it was one of those dishes that just works perfectly when eaten as intended. For dessert, I got the chocolate cake while my friend ordered the tiramisu. The cake was a bit dense since it was gluten-free, but still rich and satisfying, especially with the ice cream on top. The tiramisu was definitely the standout the mascarpone was light, airy, and perfectly balanced, making it my favorite of the two. We didn't have just one dedicated waiter, as a few different staff members helped us throughout the meal, but service was still attentive and efficient. The ambiance inside has a red-toned, dark, moody feel that makes it a really nice spot for a cozy dinner.

Lovely neighborhood spot that slings out legit Italian food. Il Posto Accanto is the quintessential…read moreneighborhood spot. It's not flashy, it's not the most hyped restaurant in the city, but it does deliver great Italian food, time after time. Look to the specials, there are always some and they are always seasonal and interesting. The pasta here is great, executed simply and well. We had a chicken liver crostini that was also served simply, but incredibly delicious. Highly recommend this spot.

A great authentic Italian restaurant…read more Ambience: I have to start with the vibe of this place which is intimate and cozy! You can feel the authenticity with how the waiters speak to you and the homeyness of how some of the wait staff spoke to us! You can tell they have so much pride for what they are serving. We at the bar next to a local that definitely frequented this place, which was a great sign! Food: good food! I got the cavatelli which was absolutely delicious! We also got the specials: cod and sausage! Both were delicious! Extremely well flavored and hearty Drinks: they have a great wine selection and some cocktails! We got some good wine and we're glad about the sizes they offered Service: good, fast, fun! Price: a bit pricey. The specials don't list the prices, but the portion sizes were good!

I absolutely loved this fun new spot. It was PACKED with people after work on a Thursday but…read moreluckily we had a nice res outside. The drink menu is super fun and we all loved our drinks - that martini is soooo good. The food was great! I loved the mortadella flatbread and would recommend if you like mortadella. Everything was yummy, I would definitely recommend this place. Servers were super nice too.

I had a reservation at 7 pm for indoors upstairs. It was really loud inside so I asked Christian if…read morewe could move outside and he was able to move our table! Even though tables were really close, it felt nice to be outside and people watch. My friend and I got: - lady of the night cocktail: the coconut is so subtle. This was our favorite! - verdant bite cocktail: the wasabi flavor is sooo subtle that I barely tasted it and it wasn't too spicy. - harvest bowl (no nuts): this was nothing special and I would pass - brussel sprout pizza: this was really good and I loved the brussel sprouts. It wasn't too crispy Noah was our server and he suggested good cocktails. Some things took some time to come out (after observing other tables) so I think they are still working through kinks. We never felt rushed which was nice. I'd love to come back for happy hour. I wish the happy hour menu was posted on their website though ....

Rosemary's East is our go-to restaurant when visiting relatives on the lower east side, with…read moreconsistently excellent food and service, including accommodations for gluten-free in which the restaurant identifies the table and seat number requiring extra care. On our most recent visit, our server Alvaro took good care of us. The Brussels Sprouts appetizer paired well with a bottle of Pinot Grigio. Entrees were highlighted by three meatballs, chopped salad Siciliana, and Salmon - all made to perfection.

The food itself was good. We've been to this location many moons ago and more recently to the…read moremidtown east one. We encountered a server who maybe got up on the wrong side of bed that day. My wine order was wrong. The glass it was served in was not clean. I was still working through my appetizer when she picked up the plate without asking and when I told her I was still working through it, the look she gave me was something. But, rest of the staff was amazing, friendly and caring and I made sure I reached out to them separately to hand them a cash tip. The whipped burrata with peppers was superb. The two pastas were good, as expected. I have the fondest memories of this place with their bright and airy setups.

Didn't expect to find flavors I grew up with in italian dishes --lap cheong carbonara, seared…read moreoctopus with douchi (豆豉), and hoisin duck ragu--and they actually worked well?? Ciccio Cincin is an italian restaurant in the West Village, led by an italian-chinese husband-and-wife duo. So of course we went all in on the fusion dishes. The restaurant filled up quickly over the weekend, but the service stayed attentive and warm. I even had a moment where it felt like dining at a friend's place. They even customized an off-menu grapefruit mocktail for me. ＊Carbonara Ciccin $28 * It took me a moment to process the lap cheong in a carbonara. It wasn't as savory or crispy as guanciale. Instead, it brought a sweet and savory flavor, and the housemade pasta held the sauce nicely. ＊Mafalde al Sugo di Anatra $31 This is not your usual duck ragu over mafalde, as they mixed in hoisin sauce and added napa cabbage. Kind of reminded us of the way an asian mom would throw together pasta with whatever ingredients are in the kitchen. ＊Polpo su Crema di Fagioli Cannellini $24 * They use a secret asian ingredient here: douchi (fermented black beans). I've mostly had it in 豆豉鲮魚 (fried dace) and 豆豉蒸排骨 (pork ribs), so I never expected it to work well brushed over octopus. And the octopus itself was also very tender. ＊Jiaozi al Cinghiale $29 I didn't expect the filling to have a shredded, strand-like texture. They used wild boar instead of the usual minced pork you'd find in dumplings, served with daikon puree. Fun to try but not my favorite. ＊Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Gelato * The chocolate cake was made with almond flour and surprisingly light in texture. A bit dry on its own, but so good with the vanilla gelato. I especially loved the orange zest too as I am a big fan of orange-chocolate combo.

Cute Italian/Chinese fusion restaurant! We popped in around 5pm on a Saturday for early dinner and…read morethere were plenty of tables available. It was nice out so they had the entire front open and our table felt semi-indoor/outdoor. We shared a bottle of wine and two pastas. I had the Carbonara Ciccin and my husband had the Mafalde al Sugo di Anatra. Both were really delicious and well balanced. The menu felt like familiar, traditional Italian dishes with a twist. For dessert, we shared the ricotta cheesecake which was light, not too sweet, and the perfect ending to our meal. Service was friendly and our glasses were always full. With so many Italian options in the city, this was a nice take!