The Trofie Nero is definitely not your ordinary pasta dish. The squid ink has a light consistency and is full of character from the crustacean tomato filled sauce topped with softly prepared scallops.
Known for its succulent and tender lamb, restaurateur Michael White certainly hit the mark. While there were several choices of the lamb, we opted for the lamb chops, which were masterfully flavored.
Pure decadence – the warm ricotta and fresh spinach filled the soft Egg Yolk Ravioli impeccably. The truffle butter topped the dish, adding great flavor and our favorite melt in your mouth effect.
The ambiance in Scalini Fedeli is reminiscent of good Italian restaurants in the movies – truly authentic. The veal chop was masterfully cooked to moist perfection, and the wait staff was excellent.
We sure were impressed with the Veal Parmigiana at this Little Italy Restaurant. The tender veal was covered by just the right amount of fresh cheese and went superbly with the homemade linguine.
Come to this restaurant and try any of the traditional pastas from Romagna. We especially like the Tagliatelle and its creamy, perfectly meat balanced ragu smothered over the sturdy, rich noodles.
All of Michael White’s pasta dishes are amazing, his Casarecci Alle Vongole here is outstanding and manages to capture the delicious clam flavor in each bite of pasta
This neighborhood gem takes those fluffy, pillow-like gnocchi dishes to a whole new level. The homemade Spinach Gnocchi is full of richness from the Gorgonzola cheese sauce – it’s a must order!
Treat yourself to the five course meal to taste as much authentic food as you can. We loved our Asian Spiced Duck cooked perfectly medium rare & complimented by a unique mix of hazelnuts and cherries.
You can’t go wrong with the Casunziel, a dish filled with silky ravioli and sweet red beets bathed in buttery goodness. The simple concoction still captures the essence of a perfect Italian meal.
We instantly fell in love when we started with the freshest homemade mozzarella cheese served warm and gooey. Adding it to the buttery garlic bread made for a true mouthwatering combination.
Just a few months old, people are starting to rave about the Tomahawk Rib-eye. Crisp on the outside is followed by a buttery and rare cooked inside that will convert any lifelong medium-well devotee.
Combine a classic American Thanksgiving meal with everything you love from Italian cuisine. Opt for the Papparfelle pasta w/ a ragout of turkey, chicken and duck Bolognese for the main course.
Rustic Mediterranean charm & cuisine in the heart of Park Slope make this place a crowd pleaser, order the Carcofi alla Romana app of braised artichokes w/ mint & garlic for a mouth watering start.
A Midtown West gem. Get cozy with a buffalo mozzarella pizza made with homemade white truffle oil and authentic Northern Italian burgundy truffles and a hearty glass of white wine.
Have the wine specialist give you recommendations, they're wizards of wine. The bay scallops and siamese ravioli were highlights.
Stop looking at your menu, order the sheep's milk ricotta and the blue crab crostini, fantastic.
They have a great white wine selection which we recommend pairing with their bavette cacao and pepe entrée. The formaggi cheese is just potent enough and not at all overwhelming
Absolutely must try the infamous Beef Cheek Ravioli- a creamy, beef-stew like filling inside smooth ravioli shells…So good, it’s been rumored to change a few Vegan’s perspectives
Their bone-in Veal Chop stuffed with arugula, prosciutto and fontina is perfection. It’s served with a wine and mushroom sauce, but sparingly, allowing for the full flavor of the veal to shine
If you enjoy trying different wines by the glass, Anfora has plenty of variety and options. An absolute must try is the Nutella and homemade mascarpone sandwich
For dessert, try something out of the ordinary and get the cornbread pudding, served with a fruity fig compote and perfectly light ricotta ice cream.
Try to score a seat at the kitchen table for front row seats to the open air kitchen! Must try the roasted mushroom appetizer served with pancetta, ricotta salata + topped w a delicious “runny” egg
If you’re looking for a place to sit down and enjoy just a cup of coffee and dessert, come here. The Salted-Almond Tart will satisfy your craving for a salty/sweet treat.
Owned by Halstead Property’s Lauren Cangiano and her husband, the Gnocchi al ragu is hands down the perfect dish for winter- light as feather homemade potato dumpling Gnocchi w/ gorgeous beef ragout
If you have some time to linger here during your lunch break, head upstairs with a nice Bellini (or two… or three) for some A-list people watching
We enjoyed our warm seafood salad in the quiet and relaxed ambiance. The wait staff was extremely gracious.
Il Buco’s homemade pasta was perfectly complimented by their fine wine list. Don’t hesitate to purchase the nutty green olive oil and take home, it’s worth it.
The Capretto lives up to its billing as a trip-worthy dish alone. We were also impressed with one of the most unique wine lists in the City.
Chef Michael Toscano’s menu is perfect for a red meat meal. The veal chop was an absolute pleasure to eat with its smoky flavoring, and the mezzalune is one of the best we have ever tasted.
Be sure to eat on a nice spring or summer day – the views from the outdoor seating are unrivaled!
Take your date here, they have the most inventive dishes designed for 2 that change each day. Also have to try pistachio crusted goat cheese salad!
