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We came for lunch included with an Italian lesson through Collina Italiana - Italian Language and Cultural Center. I figure if Italians like it, it must be authentic. It's a charming space with children's books in English and Italian lining the walls with a bookstore and bathrooms in the cellar. Our waiter was attentive. We had a set menu. Our appetizers included cheese, salami, foccacia, and shishito peppers. For lunch I had the gazpacho. It was light and refreshing with fresh dill and peaches. My companions had the sandwiches which they liked. I thought they were light on filling and the bread was a little too thick. For dessert we had choices of affogato, mango sorbet or a generous portion of tiramasu. The only negative was the tiny print on the menu.
Rounded up to 5 Stars The half bookstore/half bistro setting is inviting. The children's books throughout the space set a comfortable tone. The cocktails are creative and tasty, but the signature offerings are limited. Every plate was delicious. The Peperoni Arrosto was memorable. The Tagiatelle Alla Bolognese was rich and flavorful. The service was attentive when we arrived but became overwhelmed was the restaurant became crowded.
I discovered Sullaluna through the Red Dining Book, and I'm so glad I did. It's a beautifully curated "bookstore-bistrot" that specializes in illustrated books and authentic Italian flavors. The atmosphere is cozy, intellectual, and very unique for NYC What we tried: Tagliatelle alla Bolognese (4.25/5): Hearty, meaty, and the pasta texture was spot on. Note: The portions are a bit on the smaller side Fettuccine ai Funghi (4.25/5): A much lighter, fresh-tasting option. The mushrooms were delicious, though also a smaller portion. Meatballs (4/5): Jumbo-sized and very satisfying. The sauce worked really well
This is a really cute place that is a restaurant and bookstore. They have a good menu of things to choose from. The bookstore idea is very special. The staff here is also very kind and attentive. We only tried the focaccia and not much else but would love to come back and try it again.
Besides good service, the food was mid. The pasta price point of $25-30 is literally shocking for the quality and taste you get. I have made better pasta at home and that's not a good thing because I'm not a great cook. The pastas were bland and the flavors just did not blend well. It tasted as if things were just thrown together and served. The dishes were also not hot either. The only good thing was the cheesecake and limoncello spritz.
This place is just fine, it's quality Italian but you would hope it is quality given the prices. Nothing stood out too much - but I would say I enjoyed the apps much more than the main pasta entrees. We got the roasted brussel sprouts topped with pomegranates, the crocchettes, and the burrata. My personal favorite was the crocchettes with the burrata (w some fried artichokes) being the most plain but we enjoyed all of them. Among 3 people, we split 3 apps and 2 pastas. I wouldn't come back here for either of the pastas we got, but they were ok.
3.0 / 5.0 I went to this restaurant because I heard it served stylish and delicious Italian food, but unfortunately the kitchen staff wasn't at work and I couldn't have lunch. I was happy that they gave me tiramisu for free, but I think it should be prepared in line with opening time.
I had such a nice time here for brunch on a Sunday morning. West village is sleepier on Sunday mornings so availability was easy at 10:30 but don't quote me. I had the sullaluna ice tea which is a fresh cold tea with lemon juice that turns from blue to purple when added. I had the crostone and it was delicious. Ben is such a great director and managed everything from greeting, seating, serving, and checking out. He is fantastic and I can't wait to come back because of how kind he was.
Sullaluna is part bookstore, part wine and cheese bar, with shelves of beautifully illustrated kids' books tucked all around that make it feel super cozy and welcoming to browse. I recently stopped in for a quick catch up with a friend before dinner. We shared the Charcuterie and Cheese Board and the Mint Herbal Infusion tea, which fit the setting, but the actual cheeses and meats were not quite my usual type. There was a bit of gaminess in the selections that my palate just did not love. I'd still come back just for the ambience though, and I do want to try the Guancia di Manzo.
We had a reservation at 5.30PM on a Tuesday, we arrived early and were promptly seated. The restaurant is a bistro/bookshop, and it's very nice. We only saw children's books, not sure if that's all they sell. We ordered two glasses of the house red wine, and it was OK. For appetizers we ordered the marinated olives and the tagliere salumi e formaggi (charcuterie board). The olives were kalamata olives in oil, which were fine, and the charcuterie board was good, especially the cheeses and the fig spread. For our entree we ordered the ravioli ricotta e porri (house-made ravioli stuffed with ricotta, leeks and lemon, tossed with Butter, Parmigiano and preserved Lemon), the NY strip steak cooked medium, and an order of cavole arrosto (roasted cabbage, parmesan dressing and focaccia crumble). The ravioli were not very flavorful, the flavor was very light and we could barely taste the leeks and lemon. The NY strip steak arrived a little too rare for our taste, and the roasted cabbage side was good. For dessert we got the torta all'ollio EVO e cacao (chocolate olive oil cake) and it dry, not as moist as an olive oil cake should be. Our server, Eggy, was great, he was friendly and knew the menu, he recommended we get the roasted cabbage, which we would not have ordered otherwise. Overall, it was alright, we tried it and will probably not return.
Unassuming and quaint find in the west village. Sallaluna offers a fresh cuisine within a bookstore. With warming temps, this will ultimately be a popular destination given its open-to-air dining experience. Ordered the fried rice croquettes, gnocchi and orecchiette. Orecchiette was my favorite dish- very light and fresh sauce. The gnocchi alla Sorrentina also good, but was a bit too cheesy for my liking. Courteous service but often very slow. Very cute bookstore downstairs, would definitely check it out!
Had a lunch reservation on the weekend and were seated on entry. The service was friendly though a touch slow. Was hoping to get another drink order around the middle but was unfortunately unable to get one in. We ordered three types of pasta which were all good. Portions weren't too big but I did leave generally satisfied. We also ordered a salad which was refreshing. The best part of this place is the ambiance. It's a cute place that's part restaurant, part bookstore. Lots of childhood books bringing back some old memories as I enjoyed my lunch. Recommended giving the place a try.
Super cute place in West Village for a date or a brunch. Apparently its a Venetian cafe imported into NYC Food: 4.5/5- i think this is more closer to what we might get in Italy. It tastes like home-made pasta and the portion is moderate- not like typical American portion Ambiance: 5/5 i personally love books so i love how they were able to make a book shop into a cafe / wine bar. Its a good spot to come by yourself, enjoy their children's books and the overall ambiance. Super cute and feels cozy Service: 4/5 nothing spectacular but overall decent. This place is "instagrammable" so recommend it for girls who like to brunch at cute places!
2 months ago
Vibe/ambiance: cute cafe / brunch, great when weather is nice Service: standard Reservation: recommended Items ordered: foccacia caprese: 7.8/10 bolognese: 7/10 read more
Not a bad restaurant. Very good flavors, just small portions. Smaller than we were expecting. Plus our waiter looked like Edward Norton in his Fight Club era. But the overall ambiance is very bookish because it's a bookstore and has a library as well. When they bring the check it's in a small children's book which I thought was endearing. Maybe I'll give this place another try at a later time. Hopefully portions are a bit bigger. read more
3 months ago
super cute combination bookstore and restaurant! we went here just for a quick little treat and catchup with friends. the environment was super cute, and the service was great. focaccia: very normal, nothing to write home about. fluffy bread and good rise, pretty flavorful olive oil chocolate cake: some of the most moist and decadent chocolate cake i've had! paired with a really fruity and delicious olive oil, and a salty whipped cream that offered great contrast to the richness of the cake. ricotta peaches: pretty normal. nothing standout about either ingredient, kind of just tasted like sour cream. overall, chocolate cake was the best item, but the environment was a standout as well! read more
We came for lunch included with an Italian lesson through Collina Italiana - Italian Language and Cultural Center. I figure if Italians like it, it must be authentic. It's a charming space with children's books in English and Italian lining the walls with a bookstore and bathrooms in the cellar. Our waiter was attentive. We had a set menu. Our appetizers included cheese, salami, foccacia, and shishito peppers. For lunch I had the gazpacho. It was light and refreshing with fresh dill and peaches. My companions had the sandwiches which they liked. I thought they were light on filling and the bread was a little too thick. For dessert we had choices of affogato, mango sorbet or a generous portion of tiramasu. The only negative was the tiny print on the menu. read more
Rounded up to 5 Stars The half bookstore/half bistro setting is inviting. The children's books throughout the space set a comfortable tone. The cocktails are creative and tasty, but the signature offerings are limited. Every plate was delicious. The Peperoni Arrosto was memorable. The Tagiatelle Alla Bolognese was rich and flavorful. The service was attentive when we arrived but became overwhelmed was the restaurant became crowded. read more
7 months ago
I discovered Sullaluna through the Red Dining Book, and I'm so glad I did. It's a beautifully curated "bookstore-bistrot" that specializes in illustrated books and authentic Italian flavors. The atmosphere is cozy, intellectual, and very unique for NYC What we tried: Tagliatelle alla Bolognese (4.25/5): Hearty, meaty, and the pasta texture was spot on. Note: The portions are a bit on the smaller side Fettuccine ai Funghi (4.25/5): A much lighter, fresh-tasting option. The mushrooms were delicious, though also a smaller portion. Meatballs (4/5): Jumbo-sized and very satisfying. The sauce worked really well read more
This is a really cute place that is a restaurant and bookstore. They have a good menu of things to choose from. The bookstore idea is very special. The staff here is also very kind and attentive. We only tried the focaccia and not much else but would love to come back and try it again. read more
4 months ago
Besides good service, the food was mid. The pasta price point of $25-30 is literally shocking for the quality and taste you get. I have made better pasta at home and that's not a good thing because I'm not a great cook. The pastas were bland and the flavors just did not blend well. It tasted as if things were just thrown together and served. The dishes were also not hot either. The only good thing was the cheesecake and limoncello spritz. read more
9 months ago
This place is just fine, it's quality Italian but you would hope it is quality given the prices. Nothing stood out too much - but I would say I enjoyed the apps much more than the main pasta entrees. We got the roasted brussel sprouts topped with pomegranates, the crocchettes, and the burrata. My personal favorite was the crocchettes with the burrata (w some fried artichokes) being the most plain but we enjoyed all of them. Among 3 people, we split 3 apps and 2 pastas. I wouldn't come back here for either of the pastas we got, but they were ok. read more
3.0 / 5.0 I went to this restaurant because I heard it served stylish and delicious Italian food, but unfortunately the kitchen staff wasn't at work and I couldn't have lunch. I was happy that they gave me tiramisu for free, but I think it should be prepared in line with opening time. read more
2 months ago
I had such a nice time here for brunch on a Sunday morning. West village is sleepier on Sunday mornings so availability was easy at 10:30 but don't quote me. I had the sullaluna ice tea which is a fresh cold tea with lemon juice that turns from blue to purple when added. I had the crostone and it was delicious. Ben is such a great director and managed everything from greeting, seating, serving, and checking out. He is fantastic and I can't wait to come back because of how kind he was. read more
Sullaluna is part bookstore, part wine and cheese bar, with shelves of beautifully illustrated kids' books tucked all around that make it feel super cozy and welcoming to browse. I recently stopped in for a quick catch up with a friend before dinner. We shared the Charcuterie and Cheese Board and the Mint Herbal Infusion tea, which fit the setting, but the actual cheeses and meats were not quite my usual type. There was a bit of gaminess in the selections that my palate just did not love. I'd still come back just for the ambience though, and I do want to try the Guancia di Manzo. read more
6 months ago
We had a reservation at 5.30PM on a Tuesday, we arrived early and were promptly seated. The restaurant is a bistro/bookshop, and it's very nice. We only saw children's books, not sure if that's all they sell. We ordered two glasses of the house red wine, and it was OK. For appetizers we ordered the marinated olives and the tagliere salumi e formaggi (charcuterie board). The olives were kalamata olives in oil, which were fine, and the charcuterie board was good, especially the cheeses and the fig spread. For our entree we ordered the ravioli ricotta e porri (house-made ravioli stuffed with ricotta, leeks and lemon, tossed with Butter, Parmigiano and preserved Lemon), the NY strip steak cooked medium, and an order of cavole arrosto (roasted cabbage, parmesan dressing and focaccia crumble). The ravioli were not very flavorful, the flavor was very light and we could barely taste the leeks and lemon. The NY strip steak arrived a little too rare for our taste, and the roasted cabbage side was good. For dessert we got the torta all'ollio EVO e cacao (chocolate olive oil cake) and it dry, not as moist as an olive oil cake should be. Our server, Eggy, was great, he was friendly and knew the menu, he recommended we get the roasted cabbage, which we would not have ordered otherwise. Overall, it was alright, we tried it and will probably not return. read more
Unassuming and quaint find in the west village. Sallaluna offers a fresh cuisine within a bookstore. With warming temps, this will ultimately be a popular destination given its open-to-air dining experience. Ordered the fried rice croquettes, gnocchi and orecchiette. Orecchiette was my favorite dish- very light and fresh sauce. The gnocchi alla Sorrentina also good, but was a bit too cheesy for my liking. Courteous service but often very slow. Very cute bookstore downstairs, would definitely check it out! read more
Had a lunch reservation on the weekend and were seated on entry. The service was friendly though a touch slow. Was hoping to get another drink order around the middle but was unfortunately unable to get one in. We ordered three types of pasta which were all good. Portions weren't too big but I did leave generally satisfied. We also ordered a salad which was refreshing. The best part of this place is the ambiance. It's a cute place that's part restaurant, part bookstore. Lots of childhood books bringing back some old memories as I enjoyed my lunch. Recommended giving the place a try. read more
2 years ago
Super cute place in West Village for a date or a brunch. Apparently its a Venetian cafe imported into NYC Food: 4.5/5- i think this is more closer to what we might get in Italy. It tastes like home-made pasta and the portion is moderate- not like typical American portion Ambiance: 5/5 i personally love books so i love how they were able to make a book shop into a cafe / wine bar. Its a good spot to come by yourself, enjoy their children's books and the overall ambiance. Super cute and feels cozy Service: 4/5 nothing spectacular but overall decent. This place is "instagrammable" so recommend it for girls who like to brunch at cute places! read more
2 years ago
Lovely place Cute decor Friendly staff Prices are a bit on the pricey side Yummy bites but small portions The book concept is great but I would love them to have more of a selection in English. Aperol spritz was nom Reservations recommended Happy hour starts at 3pm read more
10 months ago
Here for a pop up and a drink. This event was really cool. I decided to start attending pop ups on Saturday's to enjoy some girl stuff. I got to meet the doctor behind the formula and got some cool gifts and drinks. The space although cozy it offered books, a cafe indoor and outdoor seating space with the cutest decor. I saw the menu and it was really inexpensive in a nice location in SoHo. read more
6 months ago
Came here on a whim with some buddies not expecting much. Ordered one of each of the pastas and a handful of appetizers and it was delicious! Would recommend the roasted pepper and burrata paired w/ the focaccia! Service was unbeatable. Our waiter, Fulgi, was so attentive and handsome! read more
2 years ago
Sullaluna is a charming bookshop bistro lined with books, making it the perfect spot to relax or hangout with a bite to eat. Their menu is mainly vegetarian and vegan, and the presentation is also super pretty. The Panna Cotta and Chocolate Soufflé JUST launched and they're super delicious. Lastly the staff is super kind and gave helpful recommendations. What I tried: Non-Alcoholic Mimosa ($14) - Orangey and refreshing but kinda expensive. Frittata de Patate ($17) - The egg isn't too strong, with soft potatoes and perfectly crispy toast topped with a delicious tomato spread. Zucca al Forno ($22) - Baked pumpkin, goat cheese, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts. Such a perfect balance of soft and crunchy! Cavolo Nero Salad ($17) - Loved the unique broccoli presentation! Panna Cotta ($12) - Thick and creamy, topped with strawberry jam. Chocolate Soufflé ($12) - A dreamy lava cake paired with vanilla ice cream. read more
2 years ago
The most adorable Italian bistro-bookshop combo! I would return for the ambiance alone. I love the soft lighting with the books-- the glow adds such a warmth and coziness. If you come you absolutely must venture downstairs to see the entire store. As for food, we ordered the gnocchi alla sorrentina and pastiera napoletana (sweet ricotta pie) for dessert. The gnocchi was good, I liked the sauce a lot and it was very cheesy. A tad on the mushy side for my taste, and I wish there was more basil. The pie was tasty. The orange flavor was quite strong. I'm not partial to citrusy desserts; if I had known this I would have ordered something else. It still enjoyed it though. I like how the crust reminded me of pound cake. Overall, I would return. I would love to try their cacio e pepe and their tiramisu. I'm dissapointed they took their pesto off the menu though. I came with a friend around 12:15 on Saturday and we were able to get a table immediately, though had we come 20 minutes later we probably would have had to wait. Service was good, our food came out in ~15 minutes. read more
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Sullaluna is a cute brunch spot with a cozy aesthetic and lots of seating. It's in such a good area in the city too, with many other shops, desserts, and cafes nearby. The menu is simple and the food is good but not mind-blowing. However, it's still worth the visit, especially since it has a unique concept of being a bookstore and cafe/restaurant. read more
The concept is cute, but unfortunately there really only were Italian children books so I could only browse other cute items and cards The food items were quite pricey, but we thought they tasted alright (my orecchiette was too salty...) and service was not great (felt like they wanted us out even though there were empty tables still), so probably will not return. read more
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10 months ago
It's amazing cafe in town . This so nice and clean . and staff so friendly. I recommend order some drink and enjoy the moment! Feel good read more
Sullaluna is my new favorite happy hour spot in the village! It's so cozy and the $9 aperol spritz for happy hour is one of the best I've ever had! The ambiance is amazing and I love how you are free to wander around the store(be sure to check out the collection of books in the basement as well!) and grab any book from their shelves(the Italian children's books are so cute!) to bring back to your table while waiting for your drinks to arrive. The arancini is also delicious, I'll definitely have to come back for brunch sometime! I also love how they let you sign the guestbook with colored pencils :) read more
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The cutest Hot and New place I've been to in a minute. Part Italian cafe, part book store ; you can't help but love this charming spot. Only opened a month so they're still getting use to the swing of things but I'm thinking they will be just fine. I came in to a packed house and the food looked incredible. My Bellini and the kindness of the staff started the day off just right. read more
1 year ago
Sulla Luna is one of those rare NYC spots that feels like you have stumbled into a little slice of Italy. It is an independent bookshop and Italian restaurant with roots in Venice, and the concept alone is charming but the execution is even better. The space has such a warm and inviting vibe, surrounded by shelves of books that make you want to linger for hours. We ordered the Tonnarello al Limone, and it was excellent. Simple, bright, and full of flavor, it completely hit the spot. Every drink we tried was also fantastic, thoughtfully crafted and balanced. The staff was friendly, engaging, and clearly cared about creating a welcoming experience. What stood out most was how relaxed everything felt. We were never rushed to order or pushed to clear the check, which has sadly become rare in NYC. Instead, we got to enjoy the meal at our own pace, and that made the experience really special. Sulla Luna is cozy, special, and authentic in a way that is hard to find. I cannot wait to go back, and next time I will definitely plan to browse the books read more
Adorable spot with light fare, wine, and cute books! They have a few tables outside and a bar and interior tables as well. Note there is not a ton of room to move around and browse the books. Service was a bit slow, but to be expected with the recent opening. Will be back to try the arancini and affogato! read more
8 months ago
Amazing atmosphere and staff! Food and drinks were absolutely delicious! I will definitely be back! read more
Absolutely ADORE this new cafe!! So cute and cozy - this is the perfect spot to read a book or get work done with some coffee/tea and light bites on the side. The cafe doubles as a bookstore with children's and illustrated books beautifully displayed on shelves and tables throughout the space. The service was great, and the staff was very attentive and kind. I ordered a matcha latte, an espresso, and a cornetto. The matcha latte was pretty standard and not as rich/flavorful as I would've liked, but this is likely not the type of place to go to for a matcha latte anyways. I did enjoy the espresso and the cornetto, which was delightfully crispy and flaky on the outside and soft on the inside with pistachio filling. The powdered sugar was a nice touch as well. They do also have entrees, appetizers, and alcoholic beverages, and I definitely want to come back again to give those a try too! read more
Absolutely delicious. Quaint, authentic Italian, and you can taste it. They also only offer Italian soda (no Diet Coke here). Pasta is so fresh, pesto is delicioso. People say it's a bookshop, but it's not really, they just use books as decor (super cute!) read more
2 years ago
this place was an absolute gem in the heart of the west village and is a bookshop/bistro/bar all in one. i loved the aperol spritz i got and the bread and pasta were delicious as well. great spot for a date or to catch up with a friend and it's so warm and inviting!! it is a tad pricey but as expected in new york city. read more
This was an Instagram spot that my friend I was eyeing and we snagged a reservation this past weekend for a lovely brunch! The matcha lattes DO NOT come sweetened, but they give/have sweeteners for you to adjust the flavor. I am a bit of a matcha snob -- and I thought their matcha lacked flavor. For food, we ordered pesto pasta and bruschetta. I LOVED the Bruschetta. The lemon zest on top was a nice touch. For the pesto, it is very true to its flavor, but it wasn't mind-blowing or anything. Overall, I felt the food was okay, but the excellent service and the amazing staff make up for it all (hence the 5 star)!!! The staff was very accommodating and extremely sweet. PLUS, they have the cutest plates/cutlery and the whole place is beautifully decorated through and through. I feel that this is a place you would come for coffee/light snacks rather than a full meal. read more
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41 Carmine St
New York, NY 10014
West Village
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