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Overall, Misi lived up to the hype and was easily one of the better modern Italian dining experiences I've had in Williamsburg. The atmosphere is sleek and vibrant, and you can tell how much thought goes into the handcrafted pasta and simple, high-quality ingredients. Here is what we tried: Whipped Ricotta Toast with Peppers: Went viral for a reason. The ricotta is super fresh, light, and pairs perfectly with the charred bread. Only downside is it gets a bit messy to eat, especially with the peppers spilling over, but it's well worth it. (8/10) Zucchini Fritti: Surprisingly my favorite dish of the meal. The fried texture was perfectly crispy and light, without feeling heavy or oily at all. Topped generously with pecorino romano cheese for the ultimate salty bite. (9/10) Spinach and Mascarpone Filled Tortelli: Deep richness from the brown butter sauce paired with very dense, high-quality pasta. Pure comfort food executed at a high level. (8.5/10) Sheep's Milk Ricotta Filled Occhi: First time trying occhi, and it did not disappoint. The pasta was densely filled with smooth sheep's milk ricotta, and the bottarga (fish roe) with lemon added a fantastic savory brightness. (8/10) Service & Vibe The open kitchen adds great energy to the room, and the service was attentive despite how packed it gets. Pro Tip: Reservations are tough to snag, so book well in advance or try walking in right when they open for a bar seat. I'll definitely be back to try the rest of the pasta menu!
A very popular spot. The only reservation we could get on a Friday was a "seniors' time" of 5:30 PM at the counter--although the place was not packed when we arrived. It had been recommended by many, although our daughter had warned us it was "just OK." Everything is small plates designed for sharing. Cocktails were well made and service was very good. Our dinner was decidedly mixed. The slow-roasted tomatoes were superb; the grilled baby artichokes were overly oily; the spinach and mascarpone-filled tortelli was heavenly; and the chitarra with braised lamb and pepperoncini was, unfortunately, just plain bad. Add one glass of wine and tip, and damages were $235. Some real highs, but too uneven for the price. Likely our first and only visit.
Went to Misi in Brooklyn on a weeknight with two friends who were visiting New York City. We were running late, but I was able to call and push our reservation back about 45 minutes without issue. We were eventually seated near the front window by the entrance. I have been to Misi six or seven times and have worked my way through much of the menu. It remains one of my favorite Italian restaurants in NYC. While it is certainly not inexpensive, I find it more reasonably priced than many other upscale Italian restaurants in the city, and the quality of the ingredients and relative simplicity of the dishes makes it worth the cost. The menu is centered around antipasti (primarily vegetable-focused small plates), house-made pastas, an occasional meat special, and gelato for dessert. They also have an extensive wine list. We started with the seasonal white asparagus ($26) and the grilled artichokes ($24), a dish I have ordered many times before. The white asparagus was served in a rich butter and pecorino sauce with guanciale sprinkled on top, while the artichokes were finished with a mint salsa verde that added brightness and lots of flavor. For pasta, we ordered the sheep's milk ricotta-filled occhi in lemon butter sauce ($30), the spinach and mascarpone-filled tortelli with brown butter ($31), and the rigatoni ($28). The occhi and tortelli were both fantastic -- the fresh pasta was delicate, the filling melted in your mouth, and both dishes were packed with flavor without feeling heavy. We wanted at least one pasta with a red sauce, so we added the rigatoni, but it was not quite as interesting. We also asked the sommelier to recommend a bottle in the $90-$100 range and ended up with the San Barnaba Langhe Freisa from Piedmont. It was an excellent choice, not too heavy and great flavor, and very interesting-- had not had something like it before. The restaurant itself has a modern aesthetic, with metal and stone accents, clean lines, and an open kitchen. There is also a full bar. Every time I have visited, the dining room has been completely full, as it was during this visit. The staff is consistently attentive, knowledgeable, and professional. Overall, the two vegetable dishes, three pastas, and bottle of wine were the perfect amount for three people. After six or seven visits, Misi continues to deliver one of my favorite Italian dining experiences in NYC.
Al dente done perfect! I'm admittedly not a huge pasta fan, but I can tell this is executed well. While the flavors are appetizing, the ricotta toast is actually the star of the show. I didn't want it to end. The ricotta is a fluffy, delicate topping that melts with each bite. Beautiful and yummy. The gnocchi is different than I was expecting--it's more of a rolled pasta vs a starchy, potato dough that I'm use to. My original table had a shaky leg, and once we told the staff, they immediately repaired it. Very impressed!
Have to start by saying I had no idea pasta could taste this good....genuinely transformative and otherworldly pasta. I got the chickpea pappardelle and tortelli and was completely blown away by both. The flavors are so complex and delicious. It was a huge pain to make a reservation, and it ended up being a 5:15pm chef's counter seat. I actually enjoyed seeing food being prepared (though was a little put off by meat/vegetables touching on the grill). Service was good, our water glasses were consistently filled up and everyone was warm and friendly. The place is hip and modern, not overly decorated but very comfortable and well-designed. I hope to be back soon!
Had dinner for my birthday here. Reservations are definitely needed if you want to dine here. The restaurant is gorgeous, staff are super friendly and helpful with the menu. We got the butter beans to start and they were so good and saucy. We were going to ask for some bread to go with it and our waitress brought some without us even asking. We weren't super hungry, so we only got two pastas: the spinach and marscapone tortelli and the nduja bucatini. Both were delicious but the spinach tortelli was some of the best pasta I've had. Highly recommend Misi, hopefully will be back soon.
We snagged a spot with a couple hours of waiting despite having no reservation. Everything we ordered was delicious. An overall pretty good place for pasta! I wasn't super impressed by the ricotta toast itself but the mushrooms it came along with were the best. I actually liked the occhi better than the tortellini. It had a good umami taste paired with lemon and was very filling. Tried olive oil gelato here for the first time and was impressed!
Really Delicious as there pastas and presentation really make the experience. Went with a friend to enjoy ricotta toast, fennel salad, and pastas. Loved the toast with onions adding a nice combo as well as brown butter pasta. Everything was so clean and fresh with great service- really recommend
I know that Misi is notoriously difficult to get a table, so I'd recommend for drinks and apps before the crowd! Got 3 spots here without a problem around 5pm on a Monday after strolling through Domino Park with great Manhattan views. Misi is about 2 minutes from there. When we arrived to grab a spot at the bar, the hostess mentioned that they are full service only. Great news for us since it gave an excuse to order the ricotta crostini. SO delicious. The mushrooms on top of the creamy ricotta and salty, crusty bread was perfection. The cocktails were great, too, and the space was bright with elevated vibes. Would love to come back for pasta.
I really enjoyed my experience dining at Misi. We got the ricotta crostini which was delicious. It's a beautiful dish and the cold creaminess of the ricotta pairs well with the crunch of the crostini. It's a thick topping of ricotta which is nice. The butter beans as an appetizer were delicious. I loved the mix of cheese with greens and the slow cooked beans. For pastas we got the spinach and marscapone tortelli and pork sugo strangozze. I loved the tortelli. The filling was creamy and flavorful. The strangozze was nice too, but a bit too salty for my liking. Our server gave great recommendations. They were quick to seat us and we never felt like we were waiting around for them.
4-5 years ago I went to Misi's sister restaurant Lilia and while I had a good meal, was not blown away. This weekend, I happened to find an open reservation for 1 person at the bar at Misi so I took it as an opportunity to try this place. I was sat at the secondary bar, not the seating in front of the open kitchen. One of the highlights for me was the really great service I had at the bar. Every server was attentive and on top of everything. Normally I hate bar seating as you can feel ignored, this was not the case here. The restaurant is loud and filled up quickly after opening at 5pm. What I had - Grilled persimmon appetizer - perfect for 1-2 people to share. Loved the smoked ricotta salata, wish they had added even more Squash filled Caramelle - loved the horseradish shreds on top, a perfect balanced dish of sweet and savory flavors Amaretti cookie gelato - Very good but I think I would try the chocolate next time I also had a glass of white wine, I forgot the name but it was on the sweet side, which I liked. I thought Misi was a solid dinner. It's been a while since I went to Lilia but I want to say that I liked Misi more. I remember everything at Lilia tasting overly salty. I did not use the restroom so I cannot comment on it. The entrance and restaurant seem to be ADA compliant.
Been once for brunch and once for dinner. Reserve weeks ahead so you can get a table. Interior is a lot of white tile and Edison bulbs which gives a clean, industrial look. In the daytime this place is really bright and airy and at night it becomes dim and calm. Great for small groups or dates. Good service and I have never felt rushed here. My favorite pasta is the spinach and mascarpone tortelli. The brown butter is perfection. I also liked the fettuccine with parmesan and black pepper and bucatini with nduja. The fettuccine pasta is thin and seasoned lightly so it's like a cacio e pepe "lite" that's less intense. The bucatini is al dente red sauce goodness. The ricotta crostini rotates through different vegetable pairings. The first time around it came with roasted peppers, the second time with trumpet mushrooms. This is one of their social media hype dishes but you have to get it, at least once. Mushroom plus ricotta plus chunky salt plus crispy bread makes a delicious combination. Don't let the toast sit too long or else the ricotta will slowly spill over the edges. The butter beans are another popular starter here. There's a small hit of spice with parmesan and some greens. It's good and feels like a nice way to balance out the carbs everywhere else, but you could save this for a second visit. For gelatos, I love the mint straciatella. It tastes like fresh picked mint and not the artificial saccharine mint from the grocery store pints. The double chocolate chip is also great but perhaps less memorable. Expensive but I really like some of the dishes here so I'll be back.
I was able to grab a walk-in seat at the bar on a Sunday afternoon with not much trouble. Butter beans - rich and hearty, a great winter dish. The beans are cooked with kale in a sour and savory tomato broth. There are hits of fennel and rosemary that cut through differently with each bite. I found it to be a touch too tart, but not egregiously so. Caramelle - mixed feelings. The pasta was perfectly cooked al dente, and the squash filling was flavorful. The sauce is quite simple to avoid covering up the pasta filling, which I kind of agree with. The sauce was just far too buttery. It looks like they top the simple emulsified butter sauce with even more brown butter. The first couple of bites were overwhelming until I learned to leave most of the sauce on the plate. The bill came to $70 after tax and tip. I was a bit let down at these prices, but maybe I should've picked a different pasta. I really enjoyed Lilia, this chef's other restaurant, so my expectations were unfortunately not quite met. I'd pick Lilia between these two in a heartbeat.
5 stars for the crostini only! So much cheese and carb lol. Everyone gets the crostini and it's what drew me to Misi in the first place. Happy to say that it did not disappoint! The crostini also came with mushrooms that were well seasoned and delicious. The cheese on the crostini is very thick and fresh (it was giving cream cheese on toast). The pastas were underwhelming, maybe it would've been bette with a tomato sauce since there was a lot of cheese already with the crostini. The restaurant is very pretty and has a good view of the bridge. Everything is meant to be shared. read more
1 year ago
{Overall: 4.5; Food: 4.5} Service: 4; Ambiance: 4.5 Misi is one of the few restaurants in NYC that I keep wanting to come back to. While everything on the menu is great, their creative approach to vegetables and their delectable pastas are the standouts. My favorites are: - (Any of the seasonal vegetables) - Trumpet mushrooms sott'olio, whipped ricotta crostini (the whipped ricotta looks like rich whipped cream) - Grilled baby artichokes, mint salsa verde - Braised savoy cabbage, nutmeg, black pepper - Spinach and mascarpone filled tortelli, brown butter, ricotta salata The ambiance is very airy, stylish and modern and the service is good. read more
The restaurant was large, naturally lit, and spacious. The service here was really lovely. My friend and I had a hard time deciding with all the items that looked really good on the menu. The staff member who took our order checked in, answered our questions patiently, and kindly also packed our food for us. I wanted to order a pasta to go, and he was really helpful taking my order and then packing it. On the way out, my friend accidentally knocked over and broke a glass and another staff member kindly told us it was okay and to be careful. The Whipped Ricotta Crostini: I almost didn't try it because I thought it was a basic order but it truly is worth ordering. I'm also not a fan of mushrooms, but that came on the side. The ricotta is fluffy, but the bread was what really stood out the me. The crostini was just as fluffy, and it was perfectly proportioned. The Squash was drizzled in hot honey, a dish I wouldn't have even thought of. It was one of the few times ordering a vegetable dish was worth it. The Chitarra is something I typically wouldn't order because I gravitate towards cream and pesto pastas, but this was actually my favorite pasta of the meal. The pasta was thick and perfectly al dente. The lamb was braised and flavorful, not gamey. It almost tasted like beef. The Occhi was good but I feel like it was overshadowed by the Spinach and Mascarpone Tortelini, which were like pocketfuls of flavor. The spinach didn't taste like a vegetable and just added a layer of depth to the mascarpone's flavor. The Toasted Almond Gelato's flavor made me feel nostalgic for some reason. It actually was a larger portion size than what most restaurants would give. read more
Solid 4/5 spot. Reservations were tough to come by but not Torrisi impossible tough. Arrived on a Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the place was slammed. It took around 15 min for our table to be prepped so we ordered a cocktail and awkwardly waited in the middle of the restaurant. Dock a 1/2 point for not having a place to put guests that are waiting to be seated as bar seating is reserved. Started with the ceasar salad, the ricotta w/ bread and for entrees we had the tortellini, the spaghetti and the rigatoni. Portion sizes aren't massive so before you judge us we walked 6mi . The ceasar salad was delicious as was the ricotta whipped bread. The tortellini was definitely the highlight. The spaghetti as rigatoni were good but nothing you'll remember months later. All in all the service was great, food was great! read more
Modern chic dinner place in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Very nice customer service including the receptionists. Food tastes very good. Very pleasant experiences while it is not wow experiences. We really liked the dessert (chocolate mose). Rich and delicate at the same time. We will come back! read more
We finally scored a reservation at @misinewyork and every bite was better than the last. The handmade pastas are cooked perfectly al dente, the sauces are rich yet balanced, and don't even get us started on the whipped ricotta... insane. Here's what we ordered: Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Trumpet Mushrooms Sott'olio - The creamiest ricotta ever paired with earthy mushrooms. 10/10. Grilled Baby Artichokes with mint salsa verde (not pictured) - Fresh, bright, and full of flavor. Fettuccine with Buffalo Butter, Parmigiano & Black Pepper - Buttery, peppery, and absolutely divine. Spinach & Mascarpone Tortelli in Brown Butter - A rich, savory favorite with a silky texture. Sheep's Milk Ricotta Occhi with Bottarga & Lemon - Bright and briny, with the perfect pop of citrus. Assorted Gelato (not pictured) - A sweet finish to an unforgettable meal. The space is beautiful, the service is warm, and the flavors are everything you want from a pasta-forward restaurant. Definitely a must-visit if you're in Williamsburg--and we can't wait to check out their new @misipasta shop too! #MisiNYC #NYCPasta #WilliamsburgEats #BrooklynFoodie #NYCFoodie #FreshPasta #ItalianEats #YourFavoriteFoodGuide #PastaTok #NYCDining #MisiPasta #FoodieFavorites read more
Started off with the artichoke appetizer and ricotta toast recommended by the waitress. The artichoke was refreshing but nothing mind blowing - you can skip out on this. We loved the famous ricotta toast which is hyped up for a reason. Ended up adding the charred peppers on top of the toast which added a lot of flavor. Our mains were the spinach tortellini and corzetti. Both really great. The Corzetti was like a flat rolled out circular pasta which was really interesting, I've never had anything like that before. The spinach tortellini was sweet and savory at the same time, filling and sauce both top notch. Ended our meal with the olive oil gelato. I liked that it was infused with the olive oil rather than drizzled on top. Service was great, our waitress was very helpful with recommendations. The ambiance was nice as well, it was cool to sit at the bar and watch the pastas being prepared in an open kitchen format. read more
2 years ago
The crostini mushrooms with the ricotta toast was really good. I kind of wish the ricotta had a little more flavor like a honey drizzle or garlic or something. The tortelli had a really strong butter flavor and the chitarra had a little bit of a kick to it. Both were pretty good. The olive oil gelato was really strong and creamy. Service was decently fast and food was all tasty. Really nice vibe in the restaurant as well read more
I tried Misi last summer and the experience was memorable. It is my favorite casual fine dining restaurant in NYC. Pricing is reasonable (~$50-60 pp) given the thoughtful design of every dish. Pro tips: Resy opened at 10am 30 days in advance. Service for dining tables is way better according to my last experience. I could only secure bar table seats for three. The service was less attentive tbh. ＊Whipped Ricotta Crostini w. Marinated Ramps Sott'olio Gonna reorder their most famous whipped ricotta crostini in my every visit. Light and fluffy whipped ricotta is perfectly piped on the toasted crostini with crispy edges, bursting with buttery & olive oil aroma. I prefer having roasted mushrooms as the side, but the ramps are so refreshing with a slight citrusy kick. ＊Grilled Italian Broccoli Highly recommended by our server. The broccoli was grilled to crispy. It was mixed with garlic vinaigrette, sharp provolone, and breadcrumbs for more crunch. ＊Sheep's Milk Ricotta Filled Occhi Got this signature ricotta occhi again because it is too good. The sheep's milk ricotta is incredibly light and melted in my mouth. The occhi soaked up the lemon sauce without getting too citrusy or overpowering. ＊Spinach and Mascarpone Filled Tortelli Instantly my new favorite pasta from Misi. The spinach and mascarpone filling is light, creamy and buttery. It has the perfect ratio of filling and pasta. ＊Gelato (olive oil, pistachio, amaretti cookie) I usually prefer pistachio gelato but their olive oil gelato blew my mind completely. It has a decent balance of sweet and savory. Pistachio and amaretti cookie were good yet nothing special. Texture wise their gelato is more lightweighted and creamier than normal gelato, so you can still easily finish a glass after a big meal. They placed a small candle next to the gelato glass to celebrate my birthday. Appreciate it so much. read more
1 year ago
We made a late lunch res at Misi and were seated at the bar which was nice for a good yap. The service was the highlight- staff were so kind, helpful and very on top of it. We started with the radicchio salad- it wad citrus forward. I really enjoyed it! It was acidic, fresh, and the radicchio was very crisp. This is a great light salad to start for sure. We got the brown butter tortelli filled with spinach mascarpone. This was so delicious, I've never had a brown butter covering pasta before and it was so rich, creamy-like and pairs so well with the tortelli. I was so happy to try something so unique at an Italian restaurant. We didn't feel rushed at all too. The space was so bright, the design was modern, minimalistic. The restroom was very clean too. I am really happy with my experience at Misi and would def recommend it!! read more
This was my second visit to Misi. I don't really remember the first, only that I liked Lilia their sister restaurant more. This time, I came here with my family so we got to try a multitude of pastas. The appetizers aren't bad. Unfortunately, the most of the pastas were a little bland and underwhelming. The only one that was satisfying was the sheep's milk ricotta filled occhi. We got the pistachio gelato as well. This is the first time I've said this in my life, but there was too much pistachio and not enough gelato. read more
1 year ago
My second time coming here and I'm reminded that the taste and quality are good but not outstanding enough to justify the high price tag. The vibes are nice here because they have both Le Labo in the bathroom but also don't mind if you show up in a tank and some baggy jorts. Service was really nice - I'm shocked by how many people work in this restaurant, it feels like a very well run factory. Nice place to go if you want to post some photos but for flavor alone I'd pass! read more
I'm not sure how I've never gotten around to reviewing Misi. With some degree of reliability you can now snag a bar seat here later in the evening on off nights, and yet it always feels like you've lucked out. The open kitchen adds to the ambiance. I've tried most of the vegetarian options on the menu, and I always go back to the occhi and tortelli despite their somewhat comparable flavor profile, both heavy on creamy cheeses (mascarpone and ricotta). Both are exceptional pastas. I recommend skipping the much hyped ricotta crostini. It looks pretty but the dish is honestly too rich, and you're better off saving your appetite for pastas here. read more
2 years ago
Misi was a wonderful experience. I was traveling solo for work and walked into find a seat at the bar. Service was quick, attentive, and easy. I loved the eggplant appetizer the most. Every ingredient complimented each other and the calabrian peppers were a nice touch to add a little spice. The spaghetti was al dente and soo soo fresh! Wish I would have ordered another dish with white sauce though. Would love to come back and try more of their dishes. Overall, great spot! read more
Had such a nice dinner here. We were seated at the counter top - it was nice that they had seats on both sides. It made it much easier to talk since we were three people. The vibe on Thursday night was energetic but not too loud. Our server was really nice and gave great recommendations. We of course enjoyed the ricotta toast, and the roasted tomato appetizer was standout. We tried three different pastas - a spinach filled pasta, a circular pasta shape with tomatoes, and a fettuccine. They were all great. They have a small wine by the glass list but it's well done with some interesting picks. read more
Got a last minute resy for a chefs counter seat for my birthday. It was AMAZING! We got to see all the chefs prep and cook the food, it was so entertaining. Misi has a great cocktail and wine list. We ordered an egg white cocktail to start and then switched to red wine for the mains. Of course, you have to get the whipped ricotta toast. It is absolutely delicious, light, and airy. It came with a side of greens instead of mushrooms since that's what was in season. We then ordered three pasta dishes to share. The spinach tortelli was our absolute favorite. I wish there were more on the dish so I could eat it all night. The fettuccini with Buffalo butter and parmesan was tasty too, but a little cheesy for our likings. We also enjoyed the rigatoni which was cooked perfectly but nothing out of this world. You really do have to get the tortelli - they are to die for. The gelato for dessert is even better. We got the pistachio and hazelnut. YUM. Best gelato I've had for a while. read more
Finally made my way to Misi and they met my high expectations! For apps, although they are well known for their ricotta crostini, I liked the grilled artichokes more. It was nicely charred, well seasoned with an herbaceous salsa verde complemented by mint leaves. The trumpet mushrooms were well seasoned and savory. I enjoyed the contrast of the warm bread with the cold ricotta, but the dish was overall a bit heavy. For pasta, the ricotta occhi was delicious. The ricotta melted in my mouth while each occhi was covered in a velvety butter sauce that had a nice fishy, umami flavor from the bottarga, balanced by a touch of lemon zest. I also got the strangozze which had prominent pork flavors and the pasta was chewy/al dente. I enjoyed the minimalistic decor with the open kitchen because you can enjoy the cooking aroma while watching the chefs prepare your food. Staff were not particularly friendly, but service was attentive overall. In total, it was five star meal, meeting my expectations and everything was executed very well, but nothing really blew my mind. read more
9 months ago
Absolutely stunning food! You need to go hungry because there is so much you want to eat! I had booked for two but ended up eating alone all i wanted was to just write in my journal with a headphone in and i didn't feel weird about it at all! My server Annabelle was so lovely and attentive! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
My fiends and i went to Misi on a Friday evening and had a really lovely time. I loved the ambiance and the staff was very friendly. The whipped ricotta crostini was delicious, along with the cabbage + broccolini. I wasn't as impressed with the pasta dishes - but I would definitely go back to try more! The gelato was also AMAZING. read more
We made a lunch reservation for two a month in advance and got to sit at the kitchen counter. The space is airy and it's cool to see the cooking in action. Charred marinated peppers & crostini- the ricotta didn't taste like anything, but I liked the lightness of it even though the cheese was pretty topped off. The peppers were tasty and much needed vegetable amongst all the pasta. Spinach & Mascarpone Tortelli- the first bite makes you go MMM because who doesn't like butter?! However, the brown butter kind of overpowered the rest of the ingredients, couldn't taste the spinach at all. I'd recommend selecting a pasta dish that can offset the richness of this dish so it doesn't get nauseating to eat, and you'd still want to come back for more. Corzetti- lemony, citrus aftertaste helped cut the richness from the Tortelli Pistachio gelato- salty goodness with sprinkles of nuts in almost every bite. If you savor the gelato, there's a butteriness at the end which I liked but can be heavy to others Overall, service was attentive and I would come back again if there was no wait. read more
10 months ago
The restaurant has lots of windows and has a bright, modern ambience to it. The pasta was handmade and there were windows to see the chefs making it in real time. The whipped ricotta crostini had a hefty dose of ricotta, a little too heavy in my opinion. However, paired with the mushrooms on the side it was divine. The pasta dishes were extremely flavorful and delicious. Only knocking off one star, as I feel the dishes were a bit overpriced for serving size. Overall, I really enjoyed the restaurant and food! Great service. read more
1 year ago
My friend scored us a bar seat reservation for dinner and I was so excited and Misi did not let me down. Truthfully, the seating was the worst part. Around half of their seating is at a bar or kitchen counter, call me old but I like my chairs having a back :) For food: my friend and I split the ricotta toast and the mushrooms. The mushrooms were unreal and truly the best part of the dinner. For my meal I got the anchovy pasta. This was great but a bit of a stronger anchovy taste than I expected. I tried my friends pasta and hers was much better. For dessert I got chocolate chip gelato. Lots of chocolate chips, very good! Totally recommend going, I would love to go again read more
2 years ago
Made a reservation at the first seating on a weekend. There were still plenty of seats at the bar available for people who wanted to walk in. It didn't seem that busy despite the reservations filling up. During our time there, there were tables that were empy. I got their whipped ricotta crostini. At the time it was being served with peaches and olive oil. The overall dish was very mild. I wished the peaches were sweeter and had more taste because the ricotta was also mild. The bread was nicely toasted though. The sheep's milk ricotta filled occhi, bottarga, lemon was good. I liked Lilia's sheep milk pasta better, mainly for the sauce. However, the acidity of the lemon contrasted nicely with the richer sheep milk. The gnocchi sardi, pork sausage sugo, saffron was okay. I thought it was quite a homey dish. However, I wasn't blown away by it. The olive oil gelato is a must. The texture was so creamy. The olive oil was prominent enough that you didn't feel that you were overwhelmed by the taste. I preferred Lilia over Misi, but overall Misi was decent. read more
We had a reservation for Friday lunch and were seated at the counter. The reservations are normally booked out but there were some empty tables, so I am curious if you can just walk in and be seated. The restaurant was large and had plenty of natural lighting. I was able to be seated before my friend got there, which is always appreciated! We ordered the charred marinated peppers with whipped ricotta crostini, the chitarra with braised lamb, the bucatini with nduja and san marzano tomatoes, and the olive oil gelato. Even though we were seated at the counter, the service was attentive. The peppers were really well prepared and I'm glad they came with the crostini! We probably wouldn't have ordered it on its own but since it came with the crostini we were pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed them. The whipped ricotta was very light and creamy, like a cloud. The bread it came on was very hard though and overall it was a bit messy to eat. My friend thought the ricotta lacked flavor, but the peppers made up for it. If I came back, I would order the dish again! The pastas were only okay. Although they were good, neither of the pastas blew us away and the bucatini had a lot of spice. The chitarra did not come with a lot of lamb. The olive oil gelato had a distinct olive oil flavor. It was light, creamy, and refreshing, but small for $9. I would come back to the restaurant, but I'm not in a rush to return since reservations are hard to get and the pasta was only okay. read more
W O W! I was blown away with each course at Misi! From the wine and cocktail selection all the way to the gelato! You must get the whipped ricotta crostini! It was incredible and I can't stop thinking about it. The bread and the whipped ricotta were both light yet flavorful. The spinach and mascarpone tortellini shocked me. It was one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. For the quality of the food the prices are reasonable. I finished my dining experience with the mint gelato and yet again Misi showed up!! Such an amazing dessert. The restaurant atmosphere is really cool with the open kitchen and bar seating and our service was great! I will be recommending to everyone until I can come back again myself!! read more
1 year ago
Wowww! I've been wanting to come here for a long time and this place did not disappoint!! The service and atmosphere were incredible but the food was top notch! I get the hype around the ricotta toast it was incredible and loved both pastas as well. read more
1 year ago
Stop by for some positive vibes and that kitchen close-up shot. I ordered some counter seats right in front of the kitchen, and it completely felt as if we were being given a behind-the-scenes tour. The warm lighting, simple decor, and the chefs hard at work gave it just that cozy and classy feel. I started with their famous ricotta toast. The bread itself was very tough, and the ricotta added very little to it. What you really need to try is their spinach tortelli. Rich and creamy and finished with this incredible smoky caramelized butter that takes each bite to another level. It is not just good--it's one you'll never forget. I'd go back just for the pasta alone! read more
Had a lovely dinner here last night. You most definitely need a reservation. They are always full. They have a great wine selection to choose from, not too expansive. The space itself is very modern and minimalistic. To eat we got the grilled peppers and ricotta toast, the cauliflower, the sheep's milk pasta, and tbh I don't remember the name of it but one of the pastas with sausage. Both pastas were simply delicious. The sheep's milk pasta was the perfect summertime dish. I love the lemon cascara coating. The peppers and ricotta toast were amazing. The cauliflower was good but did not blow us away. Our server was very attentive and was accommodating when I mentioned my allergy. A perfect place to come for innovative, consistently good pasta! read more
6 months ago
11 months ago
Really enjoyed Misi. The fettuccine was some of the best I've had in the U.S. -- simple but perfectly done. Definitely recommend the ricotta toast and the spinach and mascarpone tortelli. Service was friendly and the prices felt fair for the quality. Would happily go back. read more
3 years ago
Had lunch at Misi this past weekend to celebrate an anniversary! Although it was pouring that day, we made it to our lunch reservation. We were seated by the bar where we could see a group of ladies making pasta in a separate room. The restaurant was pretty full with only a few empty spots. After reading many reviews we ordered the classic ricotta toast, spinach and mascarpone tortelli, the butternut squash, the chitarra with braised lamb and the olive oil gelato. Ricotta Crostini with Trumpet Mushrooms - the ricotta toast is pretty bland by itself. Ask for chili flakes because it adds a nice pop! And combined with the trumpet mushrooms, this app was eaten easily and quickly. Butternut Squash - was not a fan of this one! There's an unexpected citrus marinade which I did not appreciate. Otherwise it's grilled well and very soft. Chitarra, Braised Lamb - very average. The lamb was well seasoned and tender but the pasta was ordinary. Tasted like something you could make at home. Olive Oil Gelato - a nice touch to end the meal! It's so smooth and creamy that I wish we could have had a second helping! Overall, pretty good! Would recommend the creamier pastas over the tomato-based ones. Wish we ordered the sheep's milk ricotta filled occhi instead. Also, the restaurant is pretty out of the way as the closest subway stop is a 15 min walk. We came just to try Misi but we'd only come back if we found ourselves in the Williamsburg area again. read more
1 year ago
Rating: 3.5 I booked our weekend dinner reservation a month in advance. I'll just say at the outset that I usually don't go to Italian restaurants - Italian food is great but not at the prices its usually sold for at NY restaurants. This place is very hyped up, but I moderated my expectations in advance of the meal and it was pretty much exactly what I expected. We reluctantly got the ricotta toast (which comes with a plate of trumpet mushrooms) just because this place is known for it. I saw some reviews say this was pretty bland and I completely agree - the mushrooms help a little but we honestly had a hard time finishing the toast. The butter beans with kale were fine but seemed easy to replicate and not worth the I think $17-19 price tag. For pasta we got the spinach and mascarpone filled tortelli in brown butter sauce. This was good but the predominant flavor was brown butter - there wasn't much nuance to this dish (and the portion size was small). We also got the chitarra (red sauce pasta) with lamb, which was also fine but honestly just tasted like expensive spaghetti. For dessert we got the pistachio gelato ($9) which was probably the best thing we got that night - this gelato is PACKED with pistachios (almost to the point of too many pistachios if that's even possible). Would definitely recommend this gelato flavor. read more
7 months ago
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I have a reservation for Misi for kitchen counter seating and one for Lilia normal dining seating. It's a birthday dinner for a family member. Which restaurant would you recommend?
If your group is more than 2 people, I would go with normal seating at Lilia
Is there a specific time that reservations become available 30 days out?
10am on Resy
How do you get a reservation? Everytime I try it's always booked.
Reservations release 30 days prior to the specific day. It's extremely difficult because they will be taken in the first few minutes. I recommend downloading the Resy app for a better chance, but if you don't get it at first, then sign up to be…
Do they have high chairs? Would it be appropriate to take my 1.5yo there for lunch?
I've seen them with one. Not the best place for a child but lunch shouldn't be as hectic as dinner.
Do you need a reservation... can you show up on a fri night same day if the system doesn't let you make a reservation and the phones not answering?
You definitely need a reservation
Does their menu have gluten free options?
there are non pasta items so yeah definitely worth checking out
Are there any vegan options? Also not cooked in butter?
We went with another couple, one of whom is vegan and selected the restaurant. There were many vegan options. I don't remember about butter but we ate very well.
Is it possible to get a table for 2 at dinner as a walk in on a sat or sun if i go right at opening or late?
Yes, I would get there like 10-15 min before opening, maybe even earlier if it's good weather.
Would a 1 and 2yo be fine to bring for a 5:30 or 6pm dinner?
Yah probably earlier on would be best. Definitely make a reservation and might be good to give a heads up to the restaurant but you should be fine! :)
Since they don't answer the phone - I get it - I think the answer is obvious, but I want to confirm they DO NOT do take out? Thanks Alley
Confirming they do not do take out
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