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    Altesi Downtown

    4.1 (141 reviews)
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    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Non alcoholic strawberry mojito
    Lisa L.

    Came here for restaurant week on a Friday night with a friend. There was outdoor and indoor seating but I opted for the outdoor seating since it was a nice day. I started off with a non alcoholic drink - I think it was a strawberry mojito. It was priced at $16, which is pricey for a non alcoholic drink. I also wish they had more non alcoholic drink options. The shrimp appetizer with the orzo www absolutely divine. It was probably the best tasting shrimp that I've ever had. The char, the flavoring, the texture all were done to perfection. I was so consumed with it that I forgot to share with my friend. I also had the shrimp with tagliatelle and it was also nicely flavored. The shrimp in this dish wasn't as good as the appetizer but it was still good. I generally like the ingredients for this dish so you can't go wrong here. Lastly I had the vanilla ice cream to close out the meal. All of this for $40 was worth the money. I'd highly recommend! Just two things I would look into which is to offer more non alcoholic options and also have more than one bathroom for each gender, especially for the female restroom. But otherwise I had a great time and stayed for close to 3 hours.

    Menu
    Josh W.

    If you're looking for quality Italian food look no further than Altesi Downtown! Located in the heart of Soho, this place does everything right. A warm ambience, great staff, and a large menu make it a perfect spot for any occasion! It has the only wood burning pizza oven in Soho so don't sleep on the pizza! The Antipasto Altesi was also a highlight! There's a reason they've been in business for nearly 30 years!

    Gnocchi con Melanzana e Mozzarella
    Karen C.

    The gnocchi was *chefs kiss. The mozzarella and eggplants were a nice addition. Loved the way the mozzarella melted and stretched as my pasta warmed it up. I also had the soup of the day, a lentil soup. Nice and hot and hit the spot. Went on a Friday evening, and it was pretty busy. The restaurant walls open, so you get fresh air even indoors.

    Interior
    Angela F.

    Reserved for dinner around 6:45PM and it was surprisingly not crowded for a Saturday night! Not a huge con but it was pretty cold that day but they kept the door open so I was freezing throughout my meal. I noticed the table next to me was also cold because they were wearing their puffer/down jackets even while eating LOL. We ordered: Polpo $23 Brussel sprouts with pancetta $12 Linguini $34 Tagliatelle $25 Pappardelle $28 The polpo came with one piece of octopus tentacle and a potato salad. It was pretty okay! The sauce on it was light and very citrusy. The brussel sprouts were my favorite! It's crispy and you can lightly taste the pancetta on it. The pasta came in a decently sized portion! It wasn't too salty. The lamb was soft and the pasta had good texture. It came with ricotta cheese and I felt like it was the perfect touch. Who can resist more cheese on their pasta?? Overall, food was decent and prices were OK. I just wish I wasn't shivering throughout my whole meal so I could've ate a little more comfortably.

    Emily F.

    I wasn't a fan of the pasta I got but the drinks are good, and the servers are polite. I liked the Caesar salad appetizer as well.

    Lobster. Shrimp, scallops, cuttlefish
    Erin H.

    Always fabulous. Went with friend and got pastas and fish and look forward to returning

    Lamb
    Arshey R.

    Went here for restaurant week and it was disappointing. The food plating was beautiful but the taste was not that great. Starting with the burrata, very standard, everything that you expect burrata to taste like minus I think the raisins or something that was in it. Next the lamb, super soft texture but not very flavorful, pretty bland and the veggies were also quite bland -not the onions tho, they were great lol. We didn't even arrive that late but they had already sold out of the desserts for restaurant week so I settled for a raspberry dessert. This was the best part of the meal and I dont even like raspberry so I ate around it. I mean, my expectations weren't high to begin with but my friend's was and she was pretty disappointed. It was great to try but wouldn't come back again.

    Joy S.

    Located right on Spring Street, Altesi is easy to get to and with its corner location offers a very large outdoor seating area. We popped in on a Sunday around noon and brunch was in full swing. Fortunately we grabbed a table outside without a wait. Lovely outdoor tables and seating areas, if the is weather is nice, definitely take a seat outside. We skipped the brunch menu and opted to share three items off the regular menu. A sampling of the three oysters that were offered that day, Carpaccio di Manzo and a lobster asparagus salad. Everything was absolutely delicious. It was a lot of food, but it was light and didn't leave us feeling overly full. Great oyster selection, all three were thoroughly enjoyed. The carpaccio was melt in your mouth tender and well accents. But the asparagus lobster salad was the standout. Not only was it beautifully plated but the flavors were perfect together. There was also no shortage of lobster. Service was a little slow, they seemed to maybe be a little understaffed. That said, it wasn't slow enough that we got frustrated and the staff was very courteous. It can get a bit expensive when you start ordering multiple plates, but the pricing is on par with similar restaurants. Definitely a place we would go back to, it also is definitely a great place to grab brunch.

    Lobster linguine
    Queenie R.

    Food at Altesi was amazing. From appetizer to desert 10/10. Me and my friend enjoyed every bite and even my cocktail drink "lychee martini" was sooooo good! I know there's tons of restaurants in nyc but I would highly recommend this place.

    Deceiving sign! $30 boozy brunch + the price of your entrée $16. Not worth it!
    Madeline A.

    WAYYYY OVERPRICED!! This review is for their $30 bottomless brunch. MOST expensive boozy brunch I've ever done and overpriced for what was offered. Be careful and make sure to read the menu carefully. The bottomless brunch is $30 (for DRINKS ONLY) and you must purchase a $16 entrée. I was under the impression you got drinks and an entrée for $30. So it was quite a surprise when we got the check. This surprise must be common because several servers were quick to run over to show us the precise wording on the menu. That being said, it was the MOST expensive boozy brunch I've EVER done! There were only 6-7 basic options to choose from and portion sizes were fairly small. The drinks were strong, but we had to ask for refills a couple of times....and there was no one else in the restaurant. I ordered the pizza which was thin crust with two over easy eggs on top; just average. My friend had the carbonara dish which she enjoyed. They offered complimentary bread which was served with some kind of hummus or white bean spread. Overall, I will not be back! I realize this is Manhattan and I am willing to pay for high quality food and service, but I do not think the quality of the food and the portion sizes were worth the prices. Skip it!

    Tagliatelle Con Ragu Di Angnello (Lamb shank ragu and fresh ricotta cheese)
    Albert A.

    This place does a lot right, especially around the outdoor dining experience. On a Wednesday night, we got a table for two immediately and sat outside. At our table, there was plenty of distance between the table and the those walking by. Our server was attentive; there always seemed to be a staff member outside in case we needed anything. Polpo - The octopus was really tasty, with a satisfying crunch. The tomatoes and beans were nice additions as well, serving basically as edible garnishes, which cut the saltiness of the octopus and brought a more refreshing element to the mix. Tagliatelle - The pasta here was really good. There amount of lamb in the dish was abundant. The tender pieces fell apart easily with just a fork. The sauce was delicious as well. While I am blanking on the exact taste, lamb was woven throughout, making that the domination flavor. Finally, the ricotta cheese pulled the whole dish together and made it creamy. The cheese here really made all the difference and boosted this dish quite a bit, as the pasta and lamb sauce on their own would not have been as enjoyable without the refreshing cheese dollop. Price: 3/5 Quality: 5/5 Quantity: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

    Fettuccini
    Alexa S.

    Hello Yelpers! Today I had dinner at Altesi on Spring Street and it was a great experience from beginning to end. The waiter was an absolute delight. The ambiance was super chill, which was awesome after a long day. There were only about five patrons so my food came out pretty quickly and it was fresh. I ordered the fettuccine and sprouts on the side. They were equally delicious. The Alfredo sauce was just right. The Brussel sprouts had small pieces of pancetta that added an awesome flavor. Lastly I ordered a cappuccino, which was also made to perfection. I would recommend this restaurant for a romantic night out or a chill time with yourself or a friend.

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    This neighborhood mainstay of many years is a great place for a tasty meal, great wine, and fantastic friendly service. Highly recommend.

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    0.6 mi
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    We really enjoyed our counter dining experience at L'Artusi, especially the chance to watch the…read morebustling open kitchen in action. We started with the housemade focaccia and Wagyu carpaccio--both were outstanding, with the perfect balance of crispy, flavorful, and fresh elements. My partner and I shared the pasta, hangar steak, and potatoes, which turned out to be the ideal amount for two. We finished with the famous olive oil cake, which we loved for its subtly sweet, moist and tender bite. Served with lightly whipped cream and raisins, the combination was surprisingly delicious. We were also touched by the complimentary anniversary scoop of ice cream. The interior seating is a bit snug, but the decor is beautiful--elegant yet homey. The service was good as well. Overall, we highly recommend L'Artusi for a special night out!

    L'Artusi has been on my radar for a while, ever since I heard it was a hot spot and saw reviews of…read moreit being one of the best Italian restaurants in NYC. Being Italian American, I'm hypercritical of spots like these - but nevertheless the positive reviews were overwhelming so I wanted to check it out for myself. One of my friends and I were looking to catch up, so I booked a table and off we went. While it can be tricky to get a reservation during prime dinner time, it's relatively easy to get a lunch reservation - or an early/late dinner. I managed to get a reservation for dinner at 9:15pm which was the earliest I could find. The restaurant is pretty unassuming on the outside - it looks like a converted brownstone and once inside we were greeted by a large space with a sceney vibe. The space is split between two levels with a large bar up front and a semi-open kitchen in the back. The decor was modern - with lots of greys and neutral tones which was a little unexpected. The main star of the menu is pasta, but they also have a few non-pasta mains as well as some crudo selections, apps, and sides. We decided to get a few apps, two pastas, and one side. To start, we went with the octopus, roasted mushrooms, burrata crostone, and focaccia. These were all really good, but my favorite was the mushrooms. I'm usually not a fan of mushrooms but these were prepared with red pepper and fried egg and were delicious; it cut through the earthiness and changed the texture to something I really enjoyed. The focaccia was also a standout - it's house made and was paired with a peppery oil that complemented the bread well. For mains we split two pastas - the caccio e pepe and the rigatoni. Both of these were very good, though I felt the rigatoni was the stronger dish. It was prepared with sausage ragu, soppressata, broccoli rabe pesto, and pecorino. The flavors worked really well together and the pasta was cooked al dente. The caccio e pepe was perfectly fine, I just feel it's been overplayed and didn't feel there was anything that stood out amongst the others I've tried. We also got a broccoli rabe as a side which was great. We couldn't leave without dessert and decided to get their olive oil cake and quattro formaggio cheesecake. The restaurant is known for the former - it was perfectly fine but I've had olive oil cakes elsewhere of the same or better quality. The cheesecake was the stronger dessert IMO - the combination of cheeses gave it an interesting, almost savory flavor. The brûlée top and mascerated strawberries were great texture and flavor complements. Service was great - the place was packed but service was consistently on point and everyone was friendly. Overall, I had a good experience at L'Artusi. While everything was very good, I'm struggling to find the exact reason why this place became such a hot spot compared to other Italian spots in the city. Nevertheless, you'll have a good meal here and I would definitely return if given the opportunity.

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    4.1
    (3k reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    It was difficult getting a reservation for the time we wanted so I booked for 45 minutes later. We…read morearrived at our desired time, told the hostess we were early and immediately seated. Water and excellent bread arrived immediately and the waiter was helpful describing dishes and giving advice. Salads were fresh and crisp. Caesar was nicely dressed and the mixed salad was a nice combination with well balanced herb vinaigrette. Seafood dishes had large amounts of fresh seafood and the veal picatta had the lemony flavor you expect without excessive acidity. Dessert was tasty and innovative. The ricotta based cheese cake wasn't as smooth as the cream cheese form but the citrus flavor was great. Throughout the meal water and bread were refilled, plates from completed courses removed and next delivered without being overly hovering. All in all a really great meal.

    This was my first time at this restaurant and the only reason I selected it was because it was…read moreclose to the theatre I was attending (literally across the street). I read the reviews mostly good so I was hoping for the best. My friends and I were not disappointed. The first thing I noticed was there were 7 people in my party and 4 arrived early and did not have to wait for my arrival to be seated. Second the waiter who took our order was polite and on point with specials and knowledge of the menu. He (just never caught his name) suggested the Rigatoni which chicken and sausage. I am not really a pasta eater but baby that dish could change that; it was DELICIOUS. I even liked the anchovy dressing on my Caesar Salad and I dislike anchovies. All the dishes ordered (chicken parm, mussels chicken paillard etc.) everyone enjoyed them immensely. The only negative was when the Chicken Paiikard arrived it was supposed to a shared dish by the elderly couple and they asked for regular dinner plates from one of the servers. It took the gentleman who took our order to step in and said sure, lucky their food was still hot. Common Sense is not so common for all. But this will not lower my rating as it was taken care of swiftly. The portions were the perfect size and I was not stuffed but pleasantly satified. We told them the time of our show, food was out quickly, nicely presented, still hot and very tasty. The restaurant was not noisy and had space between the tables. It also had an elevator for those who could not manage stairs. Trattoria Trecolori you will be added to my must go again list! Thank for a wonderful experience!

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    Francese chicken with lemon white wine sauce
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