Been here twice and it's been such a fantastic experience both times! The instructor (Carmine) is…read moreso funny and keeps the class entertained while delivering helpful instruction. They start you off by collecting your food and drink orders and then the class starts! You learn how to make the dough from scratch, and then make a variety of shapes of pasta (all to take home)! It's entertaining and lots of fun- great for a bday! The 3 course meal after is delicious too, highly recommend the champagne mussels, and cavatelli pasta which has a nice bite (with any sauce, they're all good). I also really liked the lasagna! The donuts are also very hot and tasty. Overall a fantastic experience for any pasta-lover, definitely would recommend!

I was a little unsure at first; I'm new to cooking classes, but the session cleared things up and…read moreboosted my confidence. I already make homemade pasta, and this class reinforced my technique and confirmed I'm on the right track. You wait outside the restaurant until they call you in, then they seat you at a spot at the table. I went solo but ended up chatting with others; I never felt lost. The instructor circulated, was helpful and funny. The space was clean and well organized. You receive a set menu (appetizer, entrée, dessert) and you take home the pasta you make. The meal at the end was outstanding. Every course, from the mussels to the carbonara to the sundae, was packed with memorable flavors and beautifully presented. I was impressed by how delicious everything was, especially given the reasonable price. I cooked the pasta at home later: it boiled in about 2 minutes and paired perfectly with a homemade vodka sauce.

Nifty little spot to get in your carbs with some tasty gnocchi…read more Its a small space mainly for order and pickup as there is no seating. They offer a few different varieties of gnocchi from pomodoro, to pesto, to bolognese, and a few others. Cold drinks, tiramisu, and ceasar salad also on the menu. They also have gluten free options, and a few Spring specials when I dropped by. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.

I have been curious about the Gnocchi On 9th shops that have opened all over Manhattan and this…read moreafI walked into the one on Second Avenue on the upper east side. I was hungry but also curious so I asked Damari , who was working behind the counter for her suggestions. Damari said onevof the most popular choices was the Vodka gnocchi soI ordered it. Damari asked if I'd like to add a buratta? Why not! And she suggested some hot pepper flakes and salt & pepper! The meal was delicious!

Great food, wine and a super cozy, intimate atmosphere. For me, the atmosphere is just as…read moreimportant as the food. The decor, soft lighting, the energy from the other diners.... all was great. I would definitely return. That said, it did get a bit crowded/loud....this, on a Friday night around 600p...

Ambiance (5/5): It feels super trendy coming in with the dark lighting, cozy vibes. It is…read moreincredibly crammed inside. Somehow we managed to get seated in the front area without a reservation on a Friday at 7:30p?! The lines got longer soon thereafter. Service (5/5): the waitress provided some recommendations upon request. She checked in on us often and our waters were always full. The food came out pretty fast after working too!! The bill came quickly despite wanting to stay to chitchat, but we were never rushed out once we paid! Food (5/5): I don't usually choose Italian but the two dishes we got were both very delicious!! Gnocchi: the flavors of the truffle were forward but not overpowering. The gnocchi was soft and soaked up the delicious sauce. Vitaello Gratinato: the veal was very tender. The small cubes of potato had perfect exterior crunch. The sauces all worked very well together.

Convenient location to Lenox Hill Hospital. Numerous choices for both Neapolitan and Sicilian…read moreslices. Also featuring other foods... soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches and entrees. They move you along quickly. Decent sized seating area. I had two slices - cheese and ch and sausage. On the thin side (which is good). Good undercarriage, little flop. My two slices w a small fountain drink was $10. For the upper East Side of Manhattan???? A bargain and quality was great. 4.5 stars for (coincidentally) proudly serving the community for over 45 years

Nice neighborhood pizzeria on Lexington. Came in for lunch and got two slices of pizza, Margherita…read moreand BBQ Chicken. The Margherita tasted very good and had big chunks of Mozz. The BBQ Chicken was different for what I'm used to. It's not pieces of chicken that are barbecued, but it's pieces of chicken in bbq sauce. It was ok. It's a tight spot with a lot of tables in the back. Some have outlets where you can plug in a phone. They also have a bathroom. At the front is a little plate scraping station, where you can bring your plates when you're done. I didn't notice it at the time, and when I went back to my plate, one of the staff were already clearing it off. Apologies!

What a cute store and a great addition to the upper east side this place is. I had no idea what…read morethis store had until opening weekend a d than I saw why it was so popular. They have really cute and pretty kitchenware items and things for hosting dinner parties. There is also a section that is their pantry where they sell things like mayo, pasta, and other things. There are also fun candles that are sold here too. They have three locations 2 in Manhattan and 1 in Brooklyn I believe. If you are in the area stop by.

I am so excited that Big Night opened in UES, on Lex at E 73rd. I have followed them on Instagram…read morefor a while, and they always have the chicest things for the home. They carry a bunch of great design products. They also have an amazing condiment wall and carry Sabre flatware. I was in design nerd heaven. This is a fantastic place to buy gifts, as well as pick up great pieces for your own home collection. Everything is cool, they even have cool sponges.

The bread displays at Milano have always drawn my attention. On one afternoon, my husband and I…read morefinally decided to try something from this market, namely, an item from the deli that we could pack for our Central Park picnic. There was a line, of course, there always is, and the wait was longer than what we were willing to endure for fare as simple and as common as a sandwich. It was worth the 20-minute wait. We ordered the Milano special, packed with cold meats, tomatoes, pickled peppers, cheese, and lettuce between two soft sesame rolls. It looked magnificent. It tasted magnificent. It was a sandwich to rule all sandwiches. I'd brave the line for that any day.

wow wow wow. We went today on mother's day around noon and only waited 30 min. We got two…read moresandwiches and a few cookies, OH and tried the cheesy pasta shells (the sauce and melted cheese was everything) Also, the feel of the market is cozy and special. The staff is super nice and eager to help. It feels like a special neighborhood gem and you can really feel the family owned vibe. 1. Proscuitto burtata (amore) - fresh fresh fresh and quality ingredients. The proscuitto was perfect along with the burrata, arugula and balsamic glaze on ciabatta which was sweet mix. We were deciding on this one and the proscuitto tomato but we are glad we got this one! 2. Chicken caesar salad wrap- I think I could easily say this is the best caesar salad wrap i've had. The dressing was light and not overpowering with the mix of the chicken, croutons and outside wrap was a truly stellar combination. Very fresh and wasnt soggy one bit. the cookies: small black n white cookie, rainbow cookie and chocolate sprinkle and all were hits! my favorite was the black n white because the icing melts right off the soft cookie texture and tastes more like a cake than a cookie. All were amazing and is a must try when visiting. absolutely rec when you're on the east side!

Visited Caffe Buon Gusto and had a really enjoyable time The dishes were fresh well balanced and…read morefull of flavor Service felt warm and attentive without being over the top and the atmosphere was calm and inviting Nice place for a relaxed meal in the area

Came here for a midweek dinner and had a good experience overall! Only thing keeping this place…read morefrom five stars was some inconsistency between dishes. The highlight of our meal - by FAR - was the homemade crabmeat ravioli, which was generous, fresh, and complimented by a perfect, not-too-creamy sauce. The veal marsala was a solid contender and I'm a sucker for a good marsala sauce (which this was!) but I thought the veal was very dry/overcooked. Could have been a one-off but still was a good dish overall. The burrata appetizer, as others noted, was very small for the price. Service was friendly, and while I did bring up the burrata and the veal to the server, nothing was done or offered (nor did we ask). I'm also not the type of person to smile in a restaurant and say everything's great and then go turn around and say something else online either! Anyway, we'll be back but will probably stick to more of the pasta dishes (which looked amazing at neighboring tables) and share those around.

Had to be at UES today and wanted to check out Ottomanelli on York/82nd. A short walk from the Q…read morestop and was well worth it. I ordered an Italian Combo on Semolina crusty hero roll. What a sandwich! I could only eat half and saved the other half for lunch tomorrow. $12.95! I'll be back to visit the Butcher counter for some amazing looking meats and salads! Check out their daily specials. You won't be disappointed.

Scrap the steakhouse and just buy your own meat here!!! Literally comparable to steak houses (if…read morecooked properly), except a lot more affordable since you're cooking it yourself. I got 2 dry aged Delmonico steaks that came out to be ~$90, so $45 each, and for the size and quality, I thought it was super worth for our semi- fancy at home dinner. It came with garlic butter, which i did think couldve been more garlicky, but the steak was so tender and delicious. The shop is quite small, so there may be a wait, but staff are super friendly! Ottomanelli also has many other cuts, but i highly recommend the dry aged steak!