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    Pepe Giallo

    4.0 (859 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Desserts
    Open 2:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    PEPE GIALLO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Vicki C.

    Randomly stumbled upon this spot after a morning of volunteering in the area. There were many elderly couples casually dining there even at a later time in the afternoon.

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    Shelly S.

    Absolutely delicious, great service and ambiance. I had the shrimp fra divalo with a side of steamed broccoli and very tasty bread. My word, the pear pastry and ice cream was incredible. I'll be back!

    Fettuccine with mushroom in cream sauce and truffle oil
    Rilie F.

    I bring everyone I love to this place. It is so delicious, and truly I have not found anywhere better in NJ or NY yet. I adore the service, the ambience, the food, everything about it. The fettuccine with mushroom and cream sauce and truffle oil is incredible, but I usually go between that, the fettuccine norcina, and the pesto and burrata. Also to die for!

    Alvin Z.

    Came with some friends for lunch and my favorite dishes were the prosciutto pizza and sausage pasta. Service was great. Prices are relatively reasonable and there is an automatic 20% gratuity added on for large groups. Beautiful restaurant.

    Anne C.

    A cozy neighborhood spot! It was pretty crowded for a Sunday but we were lucky enough to sit at the chefs table even though we might have had to share with others but we didn't mind that. The pastas and pizzas seemed very home made and the waiters checked in on us multiple times. Overall a really solid meal and affordable pricing for NYC - would be back for a hearty meal!

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    Sara B.

    Amazing spot for a high quality and well priced Italian meal in Chelsea. I was craving some really good chicken parm, and Pepe Giallo did it right. Super crispy, flavorful sauce and lots of cheese. I'm here for it. The parm also came with a side of really tasty and garlicky sauteed spinach. We also tried the sausage pizza and the bruschetta. Both standout. The bruschetta was literally the highlight of the meal, on such good bread with the most fresh tomatoes. The ambiance is super cute and it's exactly the type of vibe you'd want at a cozy little Italian eatery downtown. There are a few small tables on the patio, and we loved eating outside. Wash everything down with a spritz! They have a wine liquor license, so it's not technically an aperol spritz, but it tasted the same and I enjoyed it. It's hard to figure out where to eat in the city with endless options, but for comforting Italian food and fair prices this is a wonderful choice. Would definitely return.

    Che F.

    Pepe Giallo is a beautiful space from the outside to the inside to the garden in the back. I went for lunch on a Saturday as a walk in on my birthday and I'm so glad I did. It was my first time there and the waiter told us they were booked for the night so we were happy to get in for lunch. There is so much care and love put into the decor evidenced by the hanging plants and fresh flowers on each table, it really set the mood. We ordered penne a la vodka and prosciutto pizza and both dishes were delicious. Chris was our server and he was attentive and friendly and invited us to view the garden. We will definitely return with friends to experience eating in the garden and try other dishes. If I had one complaint it would be that the AC was on artic. It was 85 degrees outside so it's understandable why it was so cold inside but it prevented me from drinking my cold beverage.

    Christina ..

    This was THE perfect and dreamiest birthday spot - cannot give high enough praise to this establishment. They were able to accommodate a large party with little notice and the decor was so gorgeous. Also, it was super affordable considering the area and we loved their pasta. They didn't have any cocktails on the menu but the wine was great and we had the best time. For my birthday song they even turned off the lights and made me feel super special. Can't wait to come back!

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    Kristen A.

    Fun spot to get dinner in Chelsea. Great prices, beautiful decorations. We sat outside in the back room so it was a little hot but it was so beautiful. Delicious pasta, my favorite was the penne vodka!

    Michael D.

    Once again we had a wonderful meal. This place has amazing food. I have now eaten here five times and it's always been delicious. The service is top notch.

    Josephine L.

    If you're looking for a cozy and romantic date night spot that's big on the decor (think string lights and ivy hanging from the ceiling) but tender on the wallet, Pepe Giallo might just fit the bill (get it, cuz wallet? Haha). Portions were ample for pasta entrees clocking in at $20-30. We love getting three pastas to try because one each is never quite enough and two each is a bit too much. So we opted for the tasty Orecchiette and the even tastier Pappardelle x 2. Mmm, carbtastic! Wine lovers will be happy to find that the house wines are just $9/glass. That's practically free in these inflationary times!

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    Anna D.

    Thank you for your kind review, Che!!

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    Yes yes yes & yes! If you're thinking about coming here, just do it. Food-amazing. Ambiance- vibey. Service- great. Tables & bathrooms ++++

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    Service is truly awful and they pack you in like sardines. Ive never had a worse experience in a restaurant before.

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    Very good Italian restaurant ! Food is excellent and reasonably priced. Also very cozy atmosphere!

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    Service is awful! Doesnt hurt to be nice. Would never go back, Bad attitude and food was just ok

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    Amavi - Mid Course - included in Prix Fixe (~$140)

    Amavi

    3.8(58 reviews)
    1.2 miMidtown East

    Service could've been a little quicker. This is an upscale Mediterranean restaurant that is…read moreintimate perfect for celebrations. We celebrated a birthday here and everything felt elevated. Standouts: branzino cooked to perfection, dangerously good pita (we ordered extra), and the shrimp skewer. The hanger steak and lobster arrabbiata (could've been spicier) were also hits. Chicken skewer? Just okay. We had thLychee martinis & Dreams of Amalfi Hazelnut bar, crème brûlée (we topped itwith melted chocolate from the cheesecake), and Dubai chocolate cheesecake On the pricier side, but worth it for the ambiance, service, and flavors. Perfect spot for date nights, birthdays & special moments.

    We came here to celebrate a birthday... after perusing their website and IG we decided this was a…read moregreat place to celebrate a birthday.... Well we were kinda right. Amavi is a great place to celebrate a birthday if you like a loud, DJ spinning, hookah smoking, over priced Mediterranean restaurant, this is the place for you. Now, this isn't to say this isn't a good place but be prepared. The food is decent, nothing to run and tell anyone about, except their Bronzino was absolutely delish! I wish everything else was at the level of this dish. Here is a run down of everything we ordered and ranked.... 1= fire the chef, 10 = Michelin Star Grilled Octopus :6 Caramelized onion Hummus :7 Sautéed Tiger Prawns :7 Tuna Crudo: 10 Bronzino: 10 Salmon: 8 Lamb Chops: 7 Mashed Potato: 8 Asparagus : 7 Lobster Aribbatta: 5 Hazelnut bar: 0 Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake: 0 Whatever you do, don't order desert. They are not worth it. So if you're looking for a lively and loud space with decent food.... Walk on over! Enjoy

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    Keki Modern Cakes - Bouncy cheesecake

    Keki Modern Cakes

    4.4(560 reviews)
    1.0 miMidtown East
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    Wow, this little shop is unassuming, it definitely catches the eye, especially for someone like me…read morewho loves Asian pastries. I've never tried a Japanese cheesecake before and was extremely excited to be able to pick up some treats for my coworkers as well as my partner's birthday cake from Keki. Ordering is fairly straightforward and done with a simple machine outfront. Once your order is ready one of the staff members hands it to you through a window; there is no inside area accessible to customers but our food came quickly and we took it back to the office. The cheesecake was fantastic. I read a bit about the background of the shop online and how the owner really cares about using high-quality ingredients, specifically dairy. It was justas described, light and bouncy. I enjoyed how it was not overly sweet and found that it was all too easy to devour the entire cake over the course of two days. Despite it not having much weight to it, it traveled surprisingly well as I took it home on my three train commute! Similar to what others have said, the real highlight of the shop, in my opinion, are their cream puffs. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but the outer layer was thin yet had a nice little crunch to it. We tried the classic milk, cookies & cream pistachio and ube flavors. Our favorite was the pistachio by far, which had such a unique yet decadent flavor and our second favorite was the milk cream puff. There's not much else I can say other than you really have to go here and try the desserts yourself. If you're a fan of Japanese desserts that are rich yet not too sweet, you'll be a fan of Keki.

    Just got some tarts here so my review isn't reflecting what they're known for or typically have. I…read moreliked these ok because it was creamy and light, not too sweet either, but it may be the crust part that I wasn't as much of a fan of. There are lots of other tart places that do something sinilar and didn't really think these were that memorable. But read this keeping in mind I didn't try to cake items so that product may be better if all you're looking for is a light fluffy dessert that's not too sweet. Try something else here! Just did take out option here so not much to ambiance or service from my experience to speak on.

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    Prince Tea House

    4.2(228 reviews)
    1.0 miKoreatown, Midtown West
    $$

    I am a frequent Prince Tea House goer, but I've never been to the KTown location which has always…read morebeen on my bucket list because of the nice wall decors! And I commonly see the upstairs for private events like baby showers, bridal showers, or birthday parties on social media. After dinner with my friends, I was looking for dessert and I was glad to see this location closes relatively late on a weekday night at 11 pm. Upon walking in, I was greeted by a waiter who led us to one of the purple velvet chair booths that was perfect for two people and another waiter brought us a pitcher of water almost immediately. The menu is on a QR code already on the table and we were given ample of time to decide. My friend and I both already knew what we wanted to order. I got the purple Yam Souffle which takes 25 minutes to make and my friend got the fried squid tails. We also got a signature Rose Green Milk Tea to share. The waitress who took our order has great memory and recalled all of our items without writing it down. She also reminded me that I could adjust the ice and sugar levels of my drink which I had completely forgotten and would have got annoyed if my drink came out 100% sweetness. Another thing is that my drink order frequently comes out wrong at other locations so I was glad she got it right! Green tea instead of black tea and with milk instead of without milk. The purple Yam Souffle is just like the other locations. Hot, soft cakey texture balanced with an ice cold red bean Ice-Cream. So delicious! The squid tails on the other hand was not what we expected. It came out burnt and hard. The outer batter was not crispy either. We informed one of the waiters and he brought it back to inform the kitchen staff. We received a new batch that was not as burnt and had more flavoring this time around. However, the squid was still hard and not like the ones we get from other locations with smaller crispier pieces. Overall, it was still a good experience and I love the decorations at this location! This might be my second favorite location after the Flushing one. Would love to come back for brunch or hi-tea. Or regular food options when I have not already eaten dinner. My usual go-tos are the twister fries, Santa Fe chicken rolls, fried salted crispy chicken, and the trio dessert combo. However, this location has a lot more variety! FYI - there are two unisex restrooms in the rear for customers to use with really cute wallpapers too.

    This is always my favorite spot to go for desserts and hangout. The interior decor is very modern,…read moresophisticated and stylish. We ordered potted rose milk tea to share, Dubai affogato and Brown Sugar Boba Mille Crêpes Cake. We came on a Friday around 4pm. Originally I wanted to try the strawberry matchamisu, however, was told that it sold out. What a bummer. The rose milk tea came with a themed pot and cups which is really cute. The rose fragrant smelled so good and the milk tea also tasted good and has a hint of rose taste. The cake was good, the boba was well cooked, chewy and flavorful! This time there was an unpleasant experience. At first when the Dubai affogato was served, we did not realize that the amount of the coffee was little until we saw another customer's dish that the volume of their coffee looked significantly more than ours. My friend brought it to the waitress attention but the waitress brushed it off and did not acknowledge our concern. When we finished and were about to leave, the same waitress came over and showed us that the container of the coffee was different and hence the volume of the coffee looked different. At this point, we did not care for it anymore. We would have been fine if the staff acknowledged our concern. We thought that maybe using standardized containers for the coffee would avoid this problem. Other than that, the food and drinks were good.

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