Similar to Jessica - we ordered dinner - it was beyond horrible - and the owner refused to refund the meals. .... Let me elaborate. ... I never write reviews on here, good or bad. I am not a hardcore foodie - I can live with "less than spectacular" meals. I practically never complain about anything at a restaurant. ... The fact that I am compelled to come here and write this, should tell you something. The first tip that things would go poorly was when our meals came out within 5 minutes. It came out even before the waiter brought bread to the table. I ordered lasagna, my partner had another pasta dish with eggplant ... hers seemed like it was sitting out for a while - tasted awful - like they slapped some leftovers together. Which would explain the 5 minutes. It honestly tasted like what I make from heated microwave dinners. ... Mine was even worse. The entire bottom layer of lasagna was burned -- but it was more like rubber than crispy. Like I said, I am not that picky - and I hate causing trouble. I was so reluctant to say anything, because I hate doing so. So I tried to eat it. It didn't taste great, but I gave it a shot. Whatever. But after halfway, I realized just how bad the bottom was. A thick piece of mess. We finally decided to say something. I was sheepish about doing so. The waitress came over and gasped, that's how bad it was. A few minutes later, the manager/owner came over - and refused to do anything about it. He claimed that I ate it all, so therefore, he wasn't going to take it off the bill. Not only wasn't this true, but it was besides the point. He was matter of fact about it, borderline rude, and just came and went like it was nothing. That INFURIATED me. I picked it up like a wet towel, said "look at this" - and he just scoffed and walked away. We left cash, and no tip .... I have never done that before in my life. read more

So I've been here a couple of times and I'm officially a fan. I was with a friend in this area and we wanted to get some dinner without having to spend so much money, which is rare in this area. But thankfully we ran into this place. The prices are GREAT, but this is not the only reason to love this place. The portions are HUGE, I have yet to finish a dish here. Also the food is great, nothing spectacular, but just good, homemade Italian food. Their wine selection is not as thorough as other Italian restaurants, but they have a good selections nonetheless. The staff is friendly and the service is fast, I will definitely be coming back here! Dishes I reccomend: Rigattoni ala Siciliana, Black squid ink pasta, Caprese, Contadina Salad. read more

Sometimes, even if all the dishes weren't spectacular, the one dish will have you coming back (and back and back). That was the lasagna for me. I love béchamel sauce with lasagna, but here it wasn't overdone - still had ladles of red gravy on the bottom. The meatballs were equally delicious. The lamb ragu pasta was very very spicy - a bit too much so. The meatloaf was generally good and seasoned just right. The breading on the calamari fritti was nice and crispy and we ordered an extra side of gravy for general dipping! The decor is really quaint, rustic. We sat in the upper level floor for a pre-Thanksgiving dinner. The prices were extremely reasonable - definitely more of a neighborhood staple rather than a show-stopping fancy dinner experience. Highly recommend. read more

I love their cooking - one of the best Italian restaurants in NYC in my opinion. Their Fettuccini Bolognese is AMAZING. Everything they serve is good and the prices are good value for the excellent quality of cooking. Not so for the service - their maître de is not the most charming of hostesses. If you are 5 minutes late she arrogantly dismisses you or tells you to wait till they have a seat (mostly in an hour or more) I think she may have sadistic tendencies and enjoys watching hungry people suffer. I was a regular for years - and was once dismissed along with 5 guests because I was literally 10 minutes late. I decided to boycott Max -I did so for a year successfully and just had to come back with head bowed for the bolognaise. I watch as it happens to other people and stay shamefully quiet. Now I turn up as a walk in the early evenings or on slow days so I don't have to interact with her. Otherwise - 5++ read more

So I really meant 3.5 stars but dammit not allowed. MAX......besides the being the name of my beloved Bully is a great little Italian restaurant. It's like that local pizzaria, all grown up and slightly more refined but not stuffy enough to take itself too seriously. Exposed brick walls and homey decor make this feel like a neighborhood joint. Food is pretty good, drinks are REALLY good. I had the porcini ravioli (yummy but heavy), the gnocci was good and mashed potatos were so-so ( I make a better mashed potato). Drinks were creative! The MAX MIX was pomegranate juice and Proseco. They had bellinis for those into the been there, done that. Perronis were on the menu and ice cold. Overall, a great place to have some casual Italian fare. read more

Came back for lunch with several other co-workers. This time I ordered a sandwich (the pollaio, aka grilled chicken) which was actually very good. Maybe even worthy of 4 stars! However, the service was more than a little lacking this time. For one thing, they did let us know when we ordered that they would have to go get bread for us in order to make our sandwiches since they'd just run out. Okay fine, no problem. But then we waited...and waited. And no word from our waiter! We were getting anxious, after sitting and waiting for over 30 minutes. Then we were astonished to see a table that had arrived at least 15 minutes after us getting served sandwiches! What the... Maybe another 5 minutes after that, our sandwiches finally arrived. But one of my friend's dishes hadn't arrived yet - and he'd ordered pasta! It took maybe another 5 minutes for his food to arrive. At that point we were ready to get out of there. We scarfed our food but then hit another snaggle - apparently they weren't willing to split our check on multiple credit cards (we'd taken into consideration the $15 minimum per card, but apparently this was an additional restriction). Finally they relented, but our patience had been worn thin from the long wait, and this was the last straw. read more

I'm in love. It really does feel like you're in a friend's loft or something. Exposed brick, small tables, friendly staff. It is BYO, but thankfully, Tribeca Wines Merchants, in all its wisdom and goodness, is just down the street. They don't take reservations, so the wait can get ridiculous at times. But we counteracted the desperation that comes with a wait list by bringing champagne to enjoy as an aperitif. We were feeling so good the 45 minutes flew by! We shared the bruschetta to start and it was divine. I had the most delicious bowl of black linguine and shrimp. I finished the whole thing. Good dessert selection too. Also the bomb because it's in my neighborhood! read more

I'm quite in love with Max. I was first exposed to this place through Seamless, when a bunch of us would aggregate our nightly seamless allowance in banking and order family meal. We were always happily surprised at the speed in which food came, as well as the quality: they've gotten their operations down to a science. After I left banking, I started craving the delicious food, and came here in person, multiple times. There's something so special about this place: it feels like a comfortable living room. The service is top notch but unpretentious, the food and wine is reasonably priced, and there's some kind of homestyle love embedded in the dishes. Get the rigatoni with eggplant as well as the squid ink pasta. We absolutely love the meatballs and the thin crust pizzas are pretty good too. And can't skip the addicting tiramisu at the end. When I have too many things to deal with after a long week of work that'll most likely continue into the weekend, sometimes I don't want to try something new or be in a loud crowded place. Sometimes I just want to be home outside of home. read more

This place is the best kept secret in New York. With so many great Italian restaurants in NYC, this place really stands out. Their pastas with red sauce are delicious, specifically the Rigatoni alla Siciliana, which is one of my favorite pasta dishes in all of NYC. The rigatoni is cooked perfectly, the eggplant is fresh and the homemade red sauce is stellar. Other standouts include the lasagna, gnocchi with tomato sauce (which is incredibly airy and tasty) and if you are looking for a white sauce, the ravioli with truffle cream sauce is delicious. The Contadina salad and meatballs are five star appetizers as well. Overall, portions are solid, service is attentive, food is top quality and prices are very reasonable. Couldn't ask for more from a neighborhood Italian restaurant. 5 Stars! read more

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Their lasagna and their meatballs (polpette) are out of this world (my gradma aside!) !!! Word of Italian! read more

They still serve some of the best Lasagna I've had to date. The last time I came here was 4 years ago and their lasagna totally blew me away. Recently decided to come back, and the food was just as good as I remembered. Can't really praise anything else here, nor can I say good things about the general atmosphere and interior. It's very dark, gloomy, and stuffy. But the lasagna is definitely worth it. read more

We came to Max sort of on a whim not knowing what to eat in the area. Like always, I decided to consult yelp to find something good. One thing you will notice is that the portions here are huge. Pretty much every plate I saw go by had a mountains worh of food on it. The porcini ravioli here was probably the best I have had in ages. The service was also great, even though I'm never a fan of places that hand you the bill before you are ready to leave, but seeing how fast the place got crowded, I can understand. Would definitely like to come back here, and highly recommend it for someone who loves Italian food. Cheers read more

Stopped in Max after traipsing through Tribeca for dinner. It had a very homey feeling to it and the dishes were simple, classic, and plentiful. I ordered one of the special pastas of the evening, lobster ravioli, and it was very satisfying, although a little overwhelmed with tomato sauce. However, that doesn't take away from an overall lovely place that serves filling Italian at a reasonable price. read more

Max has a lot going for it: nice location, cozy atmosphere, great affordable wine list and homemade pasta. Although the latter is actually the reason why Max only gets a 3. Out of the 4 pasta dishes we had to order, 1 was decent and 1 was good. So dinner for three. We got a nice bottle from Piedmont and some Morettis. Nothing special. So onto the entrees, I ordered the spaghetti ragu, and the other two ordered the lasagna and the fettuccine bolognese. Ragu was bland and where's the meat?! Ragu is supposed to taste rich and meaty. This was not that. The lasagna we had to send back. Everything was overlooked from pasta to sauce. Tasted like mushy canned tomatoes. So they were kind enough to let us order something else, the squid ink pasta. Now this came out nice. Sturdy texture good spicy sauce. The fettuccine bolognese was my favorite. Meaty flavorful and the pasta was al dente. I spent the night eating others' entrees. I will actually come back, the location, ambiance and wine list is too good to turn down. Maybe we went on an off night. The lasagna maker was going through a bad break-up or something. TIP: Get drinks at Weather Up close by. Drinks are speakeasy style, and the decor is very chic and open. read more

Lol. This place has been in the East Village for years Funny how people are clamoring all over it as if its something new And yes, it's good and cheep. The East Village one has a kool garden in the back also read more

Where to go if you want homestyle, hearty Italian food - nothing flashy, just classic dishes simply prepared. Great date place because it's romantic, has food that anyone will like, and has delicious yet inexpensive food. I've had ... Lasagne - huge portion, thick, creamy, tomato-y, meaty, cheesy amazingness Lamb ragu spaghetti - eh, a little bland. Wouldn't get it again. The pasta was totally soft (not al dente) and there was a 3-inch-long piece of lamb bone accidentally mixed in the dish (ouch!). Salmon entree - I think this was a daily special when I got it, but I remember it being delicious Caprese salad - the mozzarella is soft, milky, and mild ... really delicious. The tomatoes were just average grocery-store tomatos, but drizzled in Max's deep-green olive oil and balsamic vinegar the dish is quite good! Max cocktail of prosecco and pomegranate juice - fantastic for a girls' night dinner! read more

A hidden treasure in TriBeCa- Visited recently with two friends for lunch. We shared the "Caprese" which melted in our mouths and was perfectly complimented with fresh crusty Italian Bread . I enjoyed the Asparagus Mozzarella Ravioli special while friends correctly chose the Ravioli ai Porcini & Spaghetti del Marina which was the highlight of the three. Service was friendly, attentive - very helpful. Smiles were everywhere as the waitress and manager checked on us. We shared a nice suggested (reasonably priced) bottle of wine & politely declined when additional glasses were offered on the house. Restaurant is small and a bit dark Prices are beyond reasonable for the quality food that is offered. The outside appearance is very subtle and you'll walk out smiling about this culinary secret few know about. read more

Update: we ate here last night. 6 of us had a table at 9:30, and the restaurant was just about empty. Let's keep it simple - the place is great, the service is average, the food is poor. Our salads were about the only tasty and high quality items we ate. Both baked dishes (lasagna and melanzane) were overcooked and mushy. The tomato sauce tastes like its out of a jar and far too salty. The mushroom fettuccine special was okay, but dry. The squid ink pasta was unimpressive and the chicken sautéed in lemon was boring. Nothing here said quality or had that home cooked attention that we craved. The wine list is very short, but we found a reasonable one we liked. In all, I expected more from this place. I ate here a few years ago and remember it being great. But now... we don't need to go back. read more

The Service: We came in towards the end of the night and they were happy to seat us, even though it was pretty late and tables were winding down. The place is so warm and cozy inside. We sat in a corner table by the window. Staff was friendly and made for a lovely dining experience. The Meal: The burrata was delicious, I believe it was off the "Specials" menu. Then split the barbaietola and orecchiet pugliesi. All our dishes were very tasty and came out timely. Topped off with a nice bottle of red! I would definitely go back again. read more

We are first time customers, however after an unfavorable Italian meal last night ( at a midtown Italian restaurant I have previously reviewed) I needed to make sure my New York City trip included at least one great Italian meal...... This was it, even with an Italian Restaurant named Max! ( who woulda thunk?) We kept it simple with Italian beer and a glass of Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. We split the fettuccine al Sugo Toscano (with meat sauce) and the Parmigiana di Melanzane ( with eggplant). The sauce was rich with a creamy tomato flavor and beef while the lightly fried eggplant covered with mozzarella cheese was excellent as well, the Contorni was fried string beans in a light oil and garlic, crispy and cooked perfectly. We couldn't resist dessert, especially after seeing the Gelato al Tartufoon at other tables. This creamy ice cream with a chocolate shell was absolutely delicious. My wife had the tiramisu, which was creamy and delicious. Service and ambiance were both excellent. Our waitress and owner projected a friendly family demeanor which added to the overall enjoyable meal. We will be back! ( if I were the Terminator it would be "I'll be back!" See you then Max read more

It's an absolute joke that this place doesn't have at least 4.5 stars. The BEST fettuccine bolognese in the city. Very reasonable prices and friendly staff. It's a must-try in lower Manhattan. read more

First time having dinner at their new location and it was FABULOUS! Cute place, the staff was warm and welcoming, and I left absolutely stuffed--order the bruschetta, eggplant and meatballs--some of the best Italian food I've ever had. Highly recommend. read more

Excellent Italian in TriBeCa -- IMHO a step above the East Village location in terms of ambiance and portions (this location is absent of the EV hipsters, trustafarians & NYU students on the occasions I've been here). The eggplant parmagiana is one of the BEST I've had in the city -- from the hearty sauce that reminds me of a thicker Artichoke Basille pizza sauce (you can tell it's been simmering a while to release all the subtle flavors and aromas of garlic, onions, basil and plump tomatoes). I'll reserve the 5th Star for my 5th visit there--due to the fact that I ALWAYS order the eggplant parm -- I need to try other things on the menu! read more

Had lunch here and could see this place was very well-reviewed by the voluminous Zagat/Timeout plasterings. My Broccoli Rabe sandwich was a bit burned, however, and since it was lunch there was really no time to ask for this to be corrected. The sausage was quite delicious, and except for the burning, the bread was really nice, tasty and chewy, and the mixed greens salad was very fresh. Also, I liked the wood benches and tables, but I felt a bit exposed sitting there in the light of day. It's probably nicer when the lights are lower at night, but I still think at this place I might prefer eating at the (very nice) bar. Since the ingredients were first-rate and the service was friendly I will give it another try. I suspect they make some pretty good pasta dishes. read more

Great place. I have been here several times and the truffle fries are simply heavenly. I'd also strongly recommend the squid ink pasta. I've had other dishes off and on and those have always been good. In short, very good food, nice decor although it can get a bit dark in some of the seats. The desserts aren't too bad either. read more

Great Italian food. I had never even been to Tribeca area and was surprised when my friend suggested it. After seeing multiple reivews of Max on yelp, I decided it would be a good place to meet up with old umich friends. Walked in at 6pm on Thursday night and was seated right away. A nice dimly lit restaurant with a nice warm atmosphere. We were served some warm bread right away and off we ordered- I got the porcini ravioli, the others at my table got the "black" spaghetti. I tried their Max cocktail...wasn't really a fan of that. Then our food came. OMG, so good. GREAT Italian food. My porcini ravioli was so good, with the pasta being the right amount of tenderness, the porcini (mushroom) was cooked just right, and the sauce that came with it- that truffle cream sauce made it taste rich, yet light. I tried the "black" spaghetti- made with squid ink. Omg, that was pretty amazing. I wish I had ordered that dish- the sauce and overall dish was pretty tasty. If I lived in Tribeca, (or in NYC for that matter), I would definitely frequent here a lot. It's cheap and the food is great Italian quality and a great amount. Plus, it's a great, quiet, spacy place to go after work or with friends. read more

Max exceeded my expectations! After spending loads of money on my trip to NYC, I just assumed that a dinner out with my friends would be more of the same. The waitstaff/hostesses were a little bummed that part of my dinner party was late for the reservation and they wouldn't seat an incomplete table. I'm pretty sure this is the norm for NYC,but I was a little surprised considering the restaurant wasn't packed and there were no others waiting for a table. Lighten up New Yorkers! Anyhow, the party finally showed and everyone seemed to love their meals. I ordered the Lasagna which was very hearty and delicious! Enough for two people! I also tasted the black spaghetti and shrimp which was very tasty. Everything was reasonably priced compared to most New York restaurants. The ambiance was great...think exposed brick, nice lighting, nothing too trendy. I would definately recommend this place! read more

Max is an absolutely charming and cozy little spot. And I don't mean "charming and cozy" as a euphemism for "worn-down and cramped," because it's neither, so shut it. I've always wished a place like this would open up in Tribeca -- neighborhood vibe, familiar food (Italian basics), and reasonable prices (pasta at $12, entrees mostly at $14-18). Sure, there's Landmarc, Roc, and the Harrison, but they all still feel like a fancy version of a neighborhood restaurant. Can't I get a Dumont or something down here? Or a D.O.C.? That's all I want. Why does Willy B get all the great neighborhood spots in all their hip, low-key sophistication? Why does every good restaurant in Tribeca have to either be a corporate expense account destination or a cabbie cafeteria? That's why I was really excited when I walked into Max. I really want a place like this to succeed, because I think the neighborhood really needs a place like this. Yes, I really use the word "really" a lot, and if you really don't like it then get me a copy editor. So with that sort of mindset, perhaps I couldn't help but be a little disappointed when the food came. The swordfish (a special that day) wasn't very meaty and didn't really work particularly well with its mysterious "orange sauce," although the accompanying asparagus was cooked perfectly (with just enough bite, not soggy at all). The filet mignon (another special) wasn't exceptional, but it did the job, while the polenta that was served with it was cold and bland. The smoked mozzarella and asparagus ravioli was definitely smoky but perhaps a tad bit too salty. The housemade panna cotta was a little dense but otherwise fine. I have no real complaints about the food except that it just could've been executed better. I wasn't expecting a gastronomic epiphany, but still... I just had such high hopes. It has so much potential that it's a shame that all the food was pretty middle-of-the-road on this visit. And when you've been open for over a month, there's not really any excuse for service blips like clearing plates while other people at the table are still eating, or dropping the check with dessert. But hey, y'know, I'll be back to see how the place evolves. And because if I support places like this, perhaps more of them will come. And because while the food's just as good down the street at Gee Whiz, sometimes you just don't feel like sitting in a diner. So, three stars for being a nice addition to the neighborhood. read more

I suppose it is possible that I went on an awesome cook night and others went on a bad cook night. But I honestly can't imagine what else you could expect from a restaurant in NY. This place should be rated higher than it is. Seriously, a large enough bowl of fresh, handmade pasta with a lamb ragu that I could save half for lunch today and still walk out full (with 1/2 a calamari app helping) for $13 in a cute, brick wall and skylight ceiling atmosphere? If you can do better than that somewhere in this city, you keep a damn good secret. Of course this isn't gourmet fare. It is simple, good food. There's probably things on the menu that are better than others. But both the pasta I had and the Chicken topped with Fresh Tomato and Arugula my friend had were fantastic. My friend works in the neighborhood and was plotting how she could soon return as we were still walking out the door. Value-wise and guaranteed good food, good time-wise, so far Max and Upstairs at Bouley are the winners for me in Tribecca. read more

I'm not going to bother with my own description, but I'll second Edwin C.'s "absolutely charming and cozy little spot" statement. I came in with some relatives around 4:30 in the afternoon when they were just opening and they let us right in and hang out for a bit while we waited on another guest. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. A couple of important notes: 1) They had a full wine selection when I went, so I think this must mean they are no longer BYO... 2) While the address listed above appears correct, and if you google it, it maps correctly, the mini map location on this page (currently placing it near city hall) is wrong! It's actual location is on Duane between Greenwich and Staple St. read more

Perfect! I was craving Italian on my last night in NYC and my Aunt, a Tribeca local and NYC native, suggested we try Max. The canelloni special with prosciutto and asparagus in a pink sauce was divine. The homemade pasta paired with plentiful and perfectly cooked asparagus, just enough prosciutto for flavor and a sauce with just the right mix of cream and tomato. My aunt had the eggplant parmigiana, which was HUGE and made in the classic style. She's picky, but left very happy. The wine is reasonable, although my glass of Montepulciano was bland and too light. The mixed green were very, very basic, but big enough to share if you must have some your daily greens. The prices are very reasonable and the scene within the narrow brick restaurant lively, yet workable. Tables are close together, but it didn't bother me, rather it felt cozy on the winter evening. And service was very good across the board, bar, waiters, bussers, hostess...all nice and friendly without being obtrusive. read more

Love. This. Place. The homemade fettucine with their meat sauce is to die for - I get it every time. All of their dishes are super comforting, simple and rustic. The bruschetta is also a good choice for groups, and the tomatoes taste really fresh. The tiramisu is soo creamy and delicious. I prefer the Tribeca location over East Village. While it has no back garden, it feels cleaner and less dive-y. read more

The only reason this ain't 4 is that the service sometimes seems impatient, the wbg is limited, but that's pretty much everywhere, and they seat humans under the age of reason and their parents with bright flash cameras. The food is always excellent! Had black fett, shrimp in a luscious spicy red. Porcini ravioli with truffle cream sauce. Flourless choc cake with vanilla gelato (which I know is a "commercial" source for most restaurants, but this tasted way better, so I'd say made on prem). Espresso and machiato. Max kicks a great many well known Italian places in NYC. And it's very reasonable. read more

Highly tempted to move to New York, just for the lamb ragu at Max. Best I've ever had, and the frequent subject of many hungry daydreams.

A nice little Italian spot. We ended up here after a few drinks with friends on a Friday night when we were looking for something close by and nice looking. It's nothing amazing, but solidly tasty. My lobster ravioli (the ravioli special of the day) was tasty, but was overpowered by the massive amounts of tomato sauce. My husband enjoyed his oriechette, but felt it a touch dry. We were given prompt and friendly service. I'd definitely come back and try it again and maybe get something not on the specials menu. The desserts sounded nice as well, but I didn't have much room. Really cozy with a lovely atmosphere. read more

They do take reservation for large parties which helped but same drill... Everyone must be there before we can seated etc. I got here early, hung out by the bar to wind down. Good place to hang just by your own. Since we have about 10 people, they seat us upstairs which is kind of nice since it is a bit more private and we do get loud. Food came out really quick. The abundant salad options are great for starters and sharing. I got the squid ink pasta, like everyone suggested. Enjoyed it - everyone was impressed that I finished the entire plate. Service was decent - I think they wanted us to order more but we are all girls so need to watch our waist line! read more

I ordered food from here to pick up to bring to my grandma's for dinner. The food was ready about 15 minutes after I placed the order. I got the salmon dish with spinach and mashed potatoes. It was delicious but there was a bit too much of the buttery sauce left over at the end. My boyfriend had the cod and he said (after tasting my dish) that mine was the better choice. I got my grandma the friend calamari because that is pretty much her favorite food. Also I got the beet salad. The goat cheese comes in a chunk that you can take bits from to complement the beets. I love beets but I guess if you hate them this isn't the salad for you. All that came to $62 and I think that is a pretty normal price for food in Manhattan. I would order from here again. The restaurant itself is small. There is a bar area and then steps up to a dining area. I wouldn't want to go here when it is crowded but for picking up food at 5:30pm it was fairly empty. Maybe two or three couples eating an early dinner or having after-work drinks. The waitress looked so miserable and bored with her life. She didn't smile at me and she just looked like she resented being there. Awkward. The guy who helped me and went down to the kitchen (yes, down...makes me fear rodents even more...) to get my food also wasn't the smiling type. I hope that doesn't mean it sucks to work at this place! read more

This is a cute date place; very romantic setting but unfortunately I went with a bunch of friends. I had issues with this place. First, I'm on a healthy eating track so I looked over the menu before getting to the restaurant. I simply asked if they could give me grilled vegetables instead of the mash potatoes that came with the seared cod fish. He said: "yes, but it's $3.95 extra." C'mon, are you kidding me? I've been to other restaurants where waiters/chefs didn't bat an eye had I asked them for a healthier option. Well, the cod fish was bland. And I couldn't get grilled vegetables but got steamed spinach. The rest of my friends at pasta which looked great but service could be better. I'm borderline as to whether I want to go back because I eventually want to try their pastas so I'll have to think about returning. read more

They lowered the price of the porcini ravioli! It's now $16. I know that sounds like small potatoes, but it really does make a difference and the dish is just as amazing as ever. The scallions they include brighten up the rich cream sauce and add a nice little crunch. I would skip the spaghetti and meatballs though. The sauce and the meatballs are bland, and the balls are oddly soft, not mushy but they've definitely got an odd texture and flavor. read more

My Cousin and I were in Tribeca having drinks on a Wednesday night and got hungry. He used to live in the area and this is one of his favorite Italian spots. Very typical of New York tiny hole in the wall restaurant you don't even know exist until you walk in front of it. They seated us immediately. We ordered some drinks and a delicious squash soup they had on special. For the main course I got the gnocchi he got the spaghetti. I ate the entire bowl of gnocchi. It certainly did not disappoint! I'm usually a fan of gnocchi with white sauce, with Gorgonzola cheese but this one was different it was with tomato sauce basil and mozzarella. His spaghetti was with lamb Ragu and pecorino Romano. Definitely in a pasta comma when I walked out of there. I would definitely recommend as a great Italian spot if you're in the Tribeca area. read more

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