This is one of those places that is so good you almost don't want to give them a good review…read morebecause you don't want too many other people to go and make it hard to get a table. Really cute little place with great service and amazing food. We had two antpastis, a caprese and an eggplant dish, two pastas, and a pizza, and everything was amazing. The lava cake for dessert was amazing as well. We had a few espressos and a cappuccino and they made the most amazing face drawing in the cappuccino foam. We don't live in the area but we'll definitely be back.

The sweetest staff with the best pizzas! Came here with a friend for a Sunday night dinner and it…read morewas busy, but they were able to seat us. The space itself is small, maybe only fits 20 people inside and 10 outside in their covered patio. Food wise, tried the Affumicata pizza which was incredible! Spicy sausage and smoked mozz is a match made in heaven. The crust is also so good, a tad chewy which I personally love. Also started with the bufala caprese which was delish, but the pizza is really the star of the show. Staff is also so so sweet! Truly the kindest people and make you feel so welcome.

I've walked by Bellini almost every day and never thought to stop in--until my boyfriend suggested…read moreit, and I'm really glad we did. We went on a weekday and it happened to be completely empty, so we had the whole restaurant to ourselves. It made for a really calm, intimate dining experience, which I actually loved. The food was solid--everything we had was flavorful and well-prepared. The calamari stood out as a great appetizer, crispy and delicious. Service was excellent as well, very attentive (probably helped that we were the only ones there). We always order dessert no matter where we go, and the cheesecake did not disappoint--definitely a great way to end the meal. Overall, this place feels like a little hidden gem in the neighborhood. I'd definitely come back again.

Authentic delicious Italian Cuisine, pleasing to the palate, with a soothing harmonious of…read moreservice and warm welcoming of hospitality with a soft touch of ambiance; that compliments your enjoyment of good quality food.

Sophia Loren above San Gennaro…read more lemons hanging delicious spaghetti with Vesuvio tomato broccoli rabe just right, aranciata & limonata sodas and full bar lovely waiter Roberto

The service wasn't the highlight, but honestly, it became an afterthought once the food arrived…read more The pizza was incredible--light, fluffy, and almost cloud-like. The eggplant Parmesan was outstanding, and the eggplant pizza was absolutely phenomenal. The grilled vegetables were fresh, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. If you're coming for the food, you won't be disappointed. The cocktails seemed a bit pricey- albeit complimentary to the cuisine. Everything we ordered was delicious, and I'd happily come back for the pizza alone.

It pains me to write this review because when I first started coming here 20 years ago it was…read morewonderful. But it's just not the same. And the value is not there. Our spritzes were half full (at $15 a piece). I ordered the tortoloni, which to me seemed just like ravioli, and I only got five (for $30!). We also ordered a chicken cutlet wrapped in prosciutto and it just fell flat. The one yummy dish was a stuffed sardine appetizer. Overall pretty lackluster food. It's a cute restaurant inside and service was attentive.

Warm lighting, close tables, the kind of room that makes you want to order another glass of wine…read morebefore you've finished the first. This is a classic Italian neighborhood spot done right -- unpretentious, cozy, and genuinely welcoming in a way that feels earned rather than designed. The pastas are solid, though portions run a little small -- a sign of the times, most likely. The mains are where the kitchen really delivers. The lamb shank and pork chop both came out beautifully cooked: the kind of careful, unhurried execution that reminds you why Italian comfort food earned its reputation. Eating here feels like a meal at an Italian grandmother's table -- a fictional one, granted, but one who really knows what she's doing. The only friction is a persistent one: cash only. In 2026, it's the kind of policy that makes an otherwise easy recommendation suddenly require a detour to the ATM. It doesn't ruin the meal, but it does cost them a star and maybe considering another restaurant that takes Apple Pay. Come hungry, come with cash, and you'll leave happy.

Made a reservation for my partner and I. Got there almost 15 minutes late. When we arrived, they…read moreonly had bar seating so it seems like our table was given to someone else? I asked about a grace period and it turns out they don't have one. I wasnt upset- it is my fault for being late but wanted to know for future reference. Later, the owner (same person who greeted us at arrival), came by and said they'd move us to a table when one opened up. Seating was super packed. I had to carefully squeeze my legs through the gap between the stool and the guy next to me or throw my legs over the barstool. I did fit but was constantly trying to avoid being in anyone's way. I was so cramped that i kept looking over my shoulder to see which tables might open up The bartender was friendly and very busy. There seems to be a lot of regulars here and multiple people were trying to chat with him as he worked. A table opened up and we were moved to a table by the door, along the window. It was great having much more space. Tables were still a little small but I liked how intimate it was. 5/5 chicken parm - SO GOOD. i saw a ton of reviews saying this was amazing so we ordered it and they were so right. all the flavors just work together. its savory and pairs so well with the sauce. they had given us a bread basket earlier and we dipped it into the sauce bc no way we were wasting it. 4/5 smoky potato pizza - good and very interesting. the potato was on there in slices, giving the pizza a nice bite. but bc so of the toppings were white, my partner had a hard time telling which parts were the potato lol. i didnt taste much smoke 4/5 carrot cake - so many layers!! quite moist. the drinks were good (can't remember what I got anymore though) but the real stand out was the food. *we originally wanted the coconut cake bc so many reviews were raving about it. the family at the table over were regulars and said all the cakes are good but 2/3 of them said the coconut cake was their fav and the other said chocolate cake was their's (she said she's a big fan of chocolate). -- I came back for the chocolate cake another day and had it with my partner who LOVES chocolate. i dont usually prefer chocolate flavored things but my god this is THE best chocolate cake i've ever had. its really so so good. its moist and rich without being overwhelmingly chocolate. its just right and not too sweet. i will go back for their coconut cake. I cannot wait to try it!

Cute charming place. The pizza and salad were awesome! The staff is warm and friendly. Their beer…read moreselection is great. We got Tiramisu for dessert and it was absolutely terrible, It's cake trying to be Tiramisu, failing at both, All the desserts are overpriced The tables to our left and right also got Tiramisu and all of us left it unfinished. Would go back for food but skip dessert.

Really love this corner neighborhood gem in Morningside heights just a quick walk from Columbia…read moreuniversity. They have a happy hour from 4 to 6 PM of pasta, dishes, wines, and Prosecco. Very reasonably priced for very well executed and delicious dishes. Our family of five enjoyed catching up together in a very comfortable table right next to the bar. You do have to ask for the bread which we did ask for with olive oil and black olive in it ;-) they gladly re-fresh. All the pastas are amazing, amazingly prepared, and we enjoyed four pastas and this salmon which was prepared with sautéed spinach and my husband enjoyed immensely. We ordered the special tricolor salad that was on the happy hour menu - had an orange and lemon tangy fresh dressing and two orders of meatballs that came with toasty crostini for the sauce. I wished it had a dollop of ricotta but it was delicious on its own. Ordered Burrata salad, fettuccine vodka with grilled chicken, squid ink, pasta with seafood and tomato. Fettuccine Bolognese and pasta with broccoli rabe & sausage I would be happy to have over and again! Homemade pasta - yes please always. The dining room is cozy but they also have a little terrace area and tables outside if you'd like along Amsterdam and we look forward to another return! Their desserts were delicious also - the tiramisu was perfectly proportioned and the chocolate They are open for breakfast lunch and dinner and Monday through Thursday happy hour is 4-6pm! recommend you go and enjoy this NOW!!

This place is super cute. A little bistro in Morningside Heights, not far from Teachers College…read more And they also have a little covered patio part of which is rainproof! Met a friend here, and we ended up talking for hours and they didn't kick us out. The soup of the day, asparagus, was very tasty and perfect for rainy weather. I got a glass of Nero d'Avola from their small selection of wines by the glass, and it was delicious once it opened up. My tagliatelle funghi in a cream sauce was a little heavy, but I might have expected that. Also their complementary bread was delicious as was the olive oil. I might have read it four stars, but the vibes and their letting us sit and catch up was great. I would happily come here again with a friend. Definitely doesn't feel corporate and the vibes are cozy!

My daughter and I went to Osteria Accademia for lunch this past weekend. We made reservations…read moreonline but it wasn't very crowded around 2pm so we were seated early. The restaurant has a cool book theme to it which was perfect since we were in NY for a book signing at the theatre a few blocks away. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I ordered the grilled salmon over celery root puree and my daughter ordered the sweet corn raviolis. SO good! They make their own pasta too. The waitress suggested a Vermentino to pair with the salmon and it was perfect. My daughter had a bellini which she really enjoyed. We finished with tiramisu. So light and really tasty. Overall, this was a great pick for lunch and I'd go back just to try out their dinner menu.

For our last night in NYC, we decided to have a nice Italian dinner here. Made reservations online…read morefor outdoor seating. Service was prompt, friendly, and efficient. We were seated at a very cozy, small table off the street. We hit their Happy Hour and it's pretty decent - daily from 4:30pm - 6pm. Ordered their HH Fritto Misto- $7. A generous portion, but it lacked seasoning, we asked for some salt. It also came with a few pieces of fried zucchini and a tomato dipping sauce. Dinner from their regular menu: Lasagna per recommendation from server $24- very good. It had a rich creamy bechamel sauce. Hubby said it could have used a little more meat. Tagliolini Neri- excellent! A generous serving and worth $27. Plenty of juicy jumbo shrimp atop skid ink pasta and veggies in a lobster reduction. Magnifique! Very pleased with my dish. Maybe could have used some chili flakes for a kick. The complimentary bread consisted of two kinds- a soft white bread and a yummy crispy bread. All in all, our tummies were content and happy and service was great!

I really like this place. The food is delicious with good size portions, the wait staff and host…read moreare very professional and the prices, like the prix fixe lunch special, are decent. It looks like there's actual management running the place. Chicken parm and pasta - excellent. Some radicchio salad special was also great. Definitely going back.

We usually get excellent service at Bella Luna. Pretty disappointed with the last visit. Our…read moreappetizer came out with the dinner. Rather surprised we were charged twice for a refill on fountain soda. Nickel and diming