Delish! Friendly! We…read moreloved it! Funghi pizza, beet salad appetizer, broccolini appetizer, branzino entree, rigatoni... Only thing, not busy enough, hasn't been discovered yet! Needs its Instagram moment and the crowds will descend

This place has a Lot of potential but is a bit "off" - we can in on a very warm evening and they…read morehad no AC. The open windows didn't do the trick considering there is a pizza oven in the same room that creates addt'l heat . The tomato borratta salad was so so - the tomatoes and the borratta are not of high quality so the experience wasn't great . The melanzana was quite good and the prosciutto pizza was not too bad (4/5). My daughter also enjoyed the pasta with ragu. The bread they serve to the table was a disgrace - better not to serve anything if this is the quality . I can see some potential , but they're not there yet

Best Italian spot in the valley. A great spot for a relaxed, lowkey Italian meal without a…read morecompromise on quality. I've been in the neighborhood a while and regret not coming earlier. Well-rounded service, delicious food, wide range of wines, and American Italian ambiance. The space and patronage has a tame west village feel. Osteria 106 has a rare wide selection of wines. I don't come across Super Tuscans so often! Order: * Complementary bread (5/5) -- incredible. Oil dip featured a seasoned crumbly cheese bathed in olive oil. * super tuscan (5/5) * Artichoke fritter (5/5) -- I've never tried fried artichoke but this Osteria was a great spot to try. (The bowl is also edible! It's some deeply cooked cheese structure) * gnocchi (4/5) -- tasty but a tad mushy. * Eggplant rigatoni (4.5/5). Delicious. Would get again.

Guess who's back... back for a 3rd time! And, once again, Osteria 106 did not let me down. The…read morefood... the wine... the service. Everything was on target! We started the meal with appetizers -- the meatballs and fried artichokes. Both were super tasty! And, I didn't realize at first that the "bowl" the artichokes were served in was also editable -- I think maybe it was parmesan shaped into a bowl shape and baked! What an added surprise. You'll definitely want to tear into that bowl along with the yummy artichokes. As for mains, among the guests with me, we ordered the Seafood Pasta (Paccheri Alla Pescatora), the Veal Piccata, and Cavatelli with Sausage Ragu. And like the apps, these were all yummy! As for atmosphere, this restaurant is super small and perfect for a date night. But just be warned that it can be noisy (tall ceilings I guess make for poor acoustics). So your voice may be horse by the time you leave the place... but the food and overall experience makes up for the noise!

My absolute favorite brunch restaurant! Food is delicious and service is efficient. Their…read morerestaurant week menus are worth it for the amount of food that is given for the price.

Wanted to love Lido, but the food felt like a miss for me. The ambiance was indisputably wonderful…read more(lots of folks communing and seemingly having a good time), but I was underwhelmed by the food. The creamy garlic parmesan bread appetizer was tasty, but that was the beginning and end to any excitement for my tastebuds. My main dish, the fresh squid ink linguini, lacked flavor. My friend said the same about her dish, a soup on the daily specials (which she had previously really enjoyed). The savory bread pudding was also lackluster. I really like bread pudding and was sad I didn't want to scarf it down immediately. It pained me that we barely touched it. My friend is a fan of Lido's and has had lots of positive experiences with their menu offerings. She thought something may have gone amiss the night we went. It was a disappointing first meal, but with some convincing I may be willing to give them another chance. We'll see...

Delightful ambiance! Vinateria has an amazing happy hour so it can be close quarters evening time,…read morebut they seem to try their best to accommodate folks which I appreciated. I loved all of the food I devoured and look forward to being back. The veal meatballs were a real stand out and the brussels sprouts were memorable. The bacalao croquettes were great too, and a nice deviation from the usual ham offerings. We also got duck which I'm a fan of, but wish it would have been served warmer. Not pictured is the olive oil cake which I definitely recommend for a not too sweet treat to round out dinner. For drinks, I tried the Hugo Spritz which was too sweet for my liking. I was won over by a pear cocktail that seemed quite popular. I don't recall the name, but it should be on your list! Service was as good as it can be in a busy place. Food came out quickly! I loved the diverse communal vibes in here and look forward to visiting again and trying out their calamari and other seafood offerings.

Cauliflower soup and beet salad We had a burger which is…read moreoutstanding with fries? Grapes. She had the black spaghetti soup which she enjoyed but need to add black pepper. Nonetheless it was lacking protein to be filling.. Enjoyable meal nonetheless. Will be back next time to have the olive oil cake

I had brunch with my dear friend and I ordered the eggs Benedict with salmon that also included a…read moresalad and home fries. She ordered the avocado toast with 2 poached eggs . Both were delicious. The wait staff were professional and warm and friendly. The Jazz trio added a nice ambiance I will definitely be back .

The service was very good--the staff member who helped us was attentive and friendly…read more After a long day of sightseeing, we had a really enjoyable Italian dinner here. The food was excellent, and the seafood tasted fresh and well-prepared. The only downside was that a gratuity was automatically added to the bill, even though we were just a party of four. That wasn't clearly expected and took away a bit from an otherwise great dining experience.

Fumo has been a staple for me for many years, and it truly remains a neighborhood gem. It is rare…read moreto find a spot that maintains such high standards over time, but they continue to exceed expectations. The pizzas are, quite simply, perfection. The crust is always "just right"- crispy, fresh, and consistently delicious. Beyond the food, I am so happy to note that the evening ambiance has evolved beautifully. The music is no longer as loud as it once was; it's now at a volume that allows for great conversation while still maintaining a vibrant energy. What really makes Fumo shine is the service and the attention to detail. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the service is nothing short of exceptional every single time. I also have to mention the personal touches that add so much character to the space - the real candles in crystal-like holders create a warm, elegant atmosphere that does not go unrecognized. The entire restaurant is always very clean and welcoming. If I had one small "wish list" item, it would be to see some tap beers added to the menu - I would absolutely love to enjoy a Peroni on draft with my meal! Thank you, Fumo, for years of wonderful meals and for being such a reliable and delicious place to enjoy some brick oven pizza.

Came here to celebrate my daughter's birthday with a party of 7 (3 kids), and it was such a great…read moreexperience from start to finish. My daughter ordered a lemon drop and OMG--it was so good. I had a Pinot Grigio and was happy they still had happy hour going. The kids had iced tea, and the staff was kind enough to make a raspberry lemonade for them, which they loved. I also really appreciate when restaurants notice kids and automatically bring cups with covers--small detail, but it makes a difference. For food, I ordered the rotativo bolognese--WOW. So much meat and packed with flavor. My mom had the burger and especially loved the truffle fries. The kids got spicy calamari with sauce (I don't usually like seafood, but it honestly looked amazing). The other adults had chicken penne alla vodka and chicken parm with penne, both enjoyed. The kids also ordered sausage and pepperoni pizza, and we accidentally ended up with a margarita pizza too--no complaints there! Service was elite--attentive, friendly, and made the birthday feel special. The place itself is nice and cozy, perfect for date night or family outings. We ended with cheesecake for the birthday girl, which was the perfect touch. I know they have other locations, and we'll definitely be checking those out too.

Ambiance is so, so homey; we usually go here for date night. The service is kind and really holds…read moreit down even when it gets busy. I recommend Sottocasa if you are looking for an inviting yet authentic Italian pizzeria spot where it feels warm, intimate, but full of chill energy for friend groups or couples. As far as food, the meat board is delicate and delicious. The pizzas are of a fluffy, crackly crust with a tasty sauce and a thin body. Cheese is always fresh and melty. The meat toppings are also fresh and taste great.

Came here with several friends last week and loved everything we had here! We ordered the focaccia…read moreappetizer to share, the bread was so crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The tagliere plate had a great assortment of cheese and cured meats, and even had some spicy cheese. Pizza was also delicious, wood-fired with a soft crispy crust, but I also found it fell apart easily when picking it up. And the tiramisu was one of the best I've had, so light and yummy and not too sweet. Service was good as our waitress came to check in on us multiple times during the two hours we were there. Ambiance could be a tad loud when it's more crowded, but we were able to mostly hear each other without yelling. Overall, great experience here and would definitely come back.

I'm back again, for the calamari!!! soo good!!! Love how it's lightly fried! I also live the…read moregrilled chicken! Often I just get it on the side! Super juicy and flavorful!!! I appreciate they have Hot Tea, because I don't always want to drink! So I can still spend time at the bar, with a tea and socialize! The staff is great! The hostess is accommodating to where I feel comfortable sitting! Food comes out fast, so there's always a table about to open up if you ever had to wait! The server with the beard was attentive and so patient with my friend! He helped him order and wasn't in a rush about it! Honestly, service in Harlem is often lacking! But not HERE!! It's cozy inside! Even if you are close to the table next to you? It still feels like you aren't! Cucina is easily my Harlem Go To, even if I was there two nights in row, you can find a different menu item to eat or share and not be sick of coming!!!

10/10 the servers were so nice! And the food really hit the spot after a long day. You can tell…read moreeveryone likes the place because of how many people were there.

Nothing beats fresh pasta on a nice summer evening. Mix and match sauces with the many types of…read morepasta they have available. Similar to their sister restaurant, Sottocasa, Pastitalia focuses on high quality ingredients and well-balanced flavors for delightfully satisfying meals. I highly recommend the mafalde. The Pasta con cozze e gamberi is delicious as well. The kids love the 4 formaggi and the pesto. You really can't go wrong with any of the sauces or pastas! The seating inside is quite sparse, so I recommend getting it to go or planning to push tables together in the back or front patios if you have a large group.

Food is amazing here. If you want absolutely delicious pastas that are made fresh in-house, you…read morehave to stop by here. The quality of the different noodles are excellent and worth a visit for that alone. Staff are very friendly and are quick to prepare meals. We got a norma pasta (eggplant, burrata, and noodles in a tomato sauce with Parmesan) as well as a funghi e tartufo (creamy truffle mushrooms). For the norma, we got caserecce noodles (think of them like more spiralized and thick macaroni noodles). This pasta was light, delicate, and had a great balance of sweetness along with the tartness of the tomato sauce and the nuttiness/umami of the parents on top. Excellent pasta, but I would say the eggplant part was just ok. It is really small pieces of eggplant that are hard to taste. My personal favorite was the second pasta. We got the creamy truffle mushroom pasta with linguine. Let me say that this was the best linguine texture you will have. The fresh noodles have such a good bite to them and are cooked just a little less than al dente which is a perfect texture. The sauce is bold, rich, and topped with Parmesan. All the ingredients together make an excellent umami explosion that may be too rich for some people, but it was just enough for me. I would say there are a few reason I can't give this spot 5 stars. First, everything is self serve and yet the restaurant still asks for tips going up to 25% on the point of sales system. I would be happy to give a good tip if I felt there was actually customer service involved. But you have to buy food at the counter, find a table after, get your own water, clean your own tables, and take your bowls/plates/utensils to the counter as well. Additionally, any extra condiments or other items you want also have to be retrieved yourself. Also it feels pretty cheap to use small plastic disposable cups for water instead of some type of glass. With all of that, it's hard to justify tipping on top of doing all of that yourself. Second, I feel like they could give more bread with the meal. Currently, they give 2 small pieces of bread approximately 1" x 2". It would be really nice if they could give a good chunk of an actual loaf with the meal. And last, the price does not make up for what you are getting. 2 vegetarian pastas for $50 and still leaving slightly hungry isn't great. The portions could be a little bigger, and they should adjust prices to be more in line with the quality of the service. Many pasta spots downtown that are similar concept (pay at front, sit down and get your own stuff) are $10-15 for plain/vegetarian pastas.

One of my closest friends recommended Arco for a group for my birthday…read more They were so accommodating when we reduced the group size from 12 to 8. They have home made pasta - and you can buy fresh pasta to take away! Fun cozy Upper West Side Italian food with fantastic menu options, great service, and great food. I highly recommend it for romantic evenings or larger groups. You will not be disappointed in a city full of some of the best Italian food outside of Italy!

I live in the area and have walked by this place soooooo many times. It's been on my growing list…read moreof places to try. It's also highly rated so I was curious if it really lived up to the ratings. I find restaurant ratings on customer provided scores to be usually extra-high. The service overall was good; I sat at the bar and the bartender provided new glasses for each of the bottled beers I got, even when I was about to re-use a glass for the second drink. The food took awhile to come out but I realized they actually waited to fire up my entree (pasta) after my appetizer (focaccia with cheese meat veggies i.e. almost or basically pizza, except no tomato sauce, but tomatoes instead). It took awhile to cook up the entree even though it was just gnocchi with a cream sauce (pancetta and mushrooms). But this wait was definitely for a good reason. They must have low to medium-heat cooked the hell out of the pancetta. The cured taste was embedded in the cream sauce; a single complex flavor. The texture of the slippery soft but firm mushroom with its inherently light flavor was a great complement to the gnocchi which had a gummy inside and the pancetta which was rich and salty but not too salty. Perfect when you make a bite with all three and the cream sauce. The gnocchi was a bit gummy for me though, it kept getting plastered to my teeth after each bite. The focaccia was cooked well, ending up crispy with a chew in a bite, and it was definitely handmade and fresh tasting light and feeling airy. The place and its atmosphere was very quiet since I went about 45 minutes before close. It's a small restaurant with decent decor of a tiled bar top with wooden stools. It reminded me of Mamma Mia the movie, Italy, and Greece. I would definitely go back. You don't find the care taken to cook food in so many places. If I had to give it a numeral rating out of 5 I would give it a 4.35, but being constrained by stars I have to give it 5 stars; it doesn't deserve 4 stars only which I reserve for solidly good restaurants. Arco Cafe is more like very good, looking at the peak towards excellent.