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    Barbaresco Restaurant

    3.8 (118 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Risotto ai funghi porcini
    Disha F.

    I've been wanting to go to this restaurant for over 10 years. I passed by it 10 years ago and was mesmerized by the interior decor and the candle lit table seemed so romantic. We finally made it happen for a friend's birthday and it was a nice place. Obviously we sat inside and enjoyed the intimate setting. The food was tasty and the portions were perfect. We ordered the seafood mussels, the risotto, and I got the papperdelle with chicken. We were served bread with this very yummy red sauce which was delicious. We loved all the dishes, the flavors were mild but everything tasted fresh. In the end they gave us complimentary biscotti which were delicious as well. The service was great and their servers were attentive. It was empty when we went in but quickly filled up.

    Small inside but very elegant decor. About 20 or so tables inside a Railroad flat design. If you brooklyn folks are reading this.
    Miguel T.

    Walked by this place and stopped. What a great choice. Can't believe that a small neighborhood place could be so good. ENTRANCE- an intriguing red awning is the entrance way to a small local restaurant on Lexington Avenue. It was an early evening Wednesday but the staff greeted us rather quickly. We had our choice of any table as it was only 5:30 in manhattan. SERVICE- extremely nice and attentive to every whim. The owner and son were actually waiting on us and super friendly. We even had a third party meet us (after a call to say how good the place was) and they accommodated a last minute order timed to perfection when they arrived. BREAD & DIP - fabulous the bread was classic Arthur Avenue Madonna quality. They had a dip that was to die for. Super flavorful. APPETIZERS - had the artichoke with crab in a tremendously great broth. A must try. ENTREES- wife and I went with fish specials halibut and Bronzino that were perfectly prepared. By that I mean crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. A must try when available. Which could be every day lol. What do I know. VINO - very good Italian selection and not exorbitantly priced for Manhattan. DESERT - so full only cappuccino. Let me know what u think if you try a dessert here. PRICE - for a last minute group of 3 with bottled water drinks and specials, and crazy almost 9% sales tax the bill without tip was $230 so realistically $$$ but more like $$$$ depending on what you order

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    Nicholas G.

    Kind of worried about eating here since it looked like your generic italian restaurant but went for it since I was in a bind. They have a cool outdoor setup with a few tables with dividers. For lunch I went with the paparedelle with chicken. The pasta was definitely homemade and was made al dente. I usually don't see this pasta dish made with chicken but it worked. Usually it is made with a wild boar ragu. The dish overall worked and really will fill you up for lunch. My colleague got the cheese ravioli and also enjoyed it. They also were homemade and you could taste it. The only issue is it is a little expensive for lunch. They didn't have any lunch menu which seemed kind of weird. $20-$30 for a pasta dish for lunch seemed excessive. They also had other entrees for $30+. With that being said, the food was decent but I don't think I would come back for lunch.

    Beef carpaccio
    Mike M.

    18 tables of joy on Lexington! Gazpacho was fresh and fulfilling. Could eat the veal scaloppini any day of the week - a hearty serving, brimming with white wine & citrus flavours. The squid on spinach was tender and flavourful. Bread and tomato/anchovy tapenade to start - delightful. Captain picked a perfect red wine accompaniment, poured with generosity. The tiramisu was rich and creamy. Service was attentive and fast.

    Some delicious Apple Strudel for dessert
    Camille R.

    Had a very pleasant Saturday evening meal here with a friend! The heated outdoor seating, delicious pasta (and dessert), accommodating and friendly staff were all a nice way to stay warm on an otherwise cold night.

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    1 year ago

    Love this place. The staff is amazing. The food delicious. The space is upscale and comfortable. I highly recommend.

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    1 year ago

    A reliable restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. Reasonably priced with longstanding staff and tasty food.

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    1 year ago

    Been there a couple of times. Consistent reliable service. Food is always delicious and served hot & fresh. Drinks are always generous.

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    1 year ago

    Amazing special tortellini with a red sauce and very accommodating for our group of 8 people. Warm and cozy ambiance.

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    The food is not worth the high price $$$, the bread was old, and the service below average. It's simply conveniently located.

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    2 years ago

    The pasta dishes are always so good. I like the old NYC vibe. Great service. I have been here a few times.

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    Aperol mixed with Prosecco was refreshing. Bartender Carlo generous to help me charge my phone. Nice people. Highly recommend.

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    A classic, low key place to have a nice dinner. Great service, reliable tasty food and good value.

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    This is a delightful neighborhood restaurant. Good food and good service in pleasant surroundings.

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    for the money i paid the food could be better. if you just want to waist your money, welcome to barbaresco ;)

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    Da Andrea - Chelsea - Storefront

    Da Andrea - Chelsea

    4.6(812 reviews)
    2.4 miChelsea
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    20 years in business

    This is easily a 5 star review. The service and atmosphere are 10/10. We were lucky enough to get a…read moretable next to a window and the restaurant was decorated for Christmas. Even if we wouldn't have gotten a window table and it wasn't Christmas, the vibes and interior of this place would have still been great. We went in December night of 2024 so some aspects of the menu have changed however, most of the dishes still appear to be on their menu as of now, June 2026. It appears most changes comes to the type of pasta used in a dish, aspects around a dishes main focus and gelato/dessert flavors. Everything we ordered was an 8 or above out of 10. The beet salad (BARBABIETOLE) is easily 10/10 and a top 3 salad we have ever had. The chocolate cake with gelato (TORTINO DI CIOCCOLATO) was 10/10 and the best dessert we had at Da Andrea. We ordered 3 total, including the ricotta cheesecake and tiramisu. Tuna Tartare, gorgonzola pasta and bolognese are 9's. The fritto misto, the other pasta we ordered and the other 2 desserts are 8's. If you're in New York make reservations and go. My Wife found this place and made reservations. Only thing I regret after looking at additional photos is not ordering the grilled pork chop.

    I'm a bit confused as to why Da Andrea has such a high rating on Yelp. I chose this place because…read morethey had reservation availability and could accommodate our large party. The restaurant was relatively spacious for Manhattan, with dim lighting and a beautiful floral exterior. They also had a great-looking antique bar. For drinks, I ordered the watermelon mocktail, but really was not a fan. I ended up swapping with my partner and drinking his non-alc beer instead. For starters, we shared the Insalata Di Caesar. This was a pretty mediocre Caesar salad, but got the job done. For entrees, most of us ordered pasta dishes but none of them were stellar. My Ravioli Di Crostacei was pretty bland and my partner's Spaghetti Bolognese just tasted like the pasta you could make at home. Service was friendly and they managed our large table well, but overall, I wasn't thrilled with Da Andrea.

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    TIGELLE MODENESI CON PROSCIUTTO Fresh Baked "Tigelle" Buns with Parma Prosciutto

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    Ci Siamo - Cavatelli allo scoglio

    Ci Siamo

    4.4(844 reviews)
    2.0 miChelsea, Midtown West
    $$$

    The food was fabulous and the 6 of us really enjoyed our meal. What made it even more special was…read moreMadeline Maldonado, the sommelier. She answered all our questions (and we had many!), she recommended a great wine for the table and a superb Bourbon that we had never tasted before (Pinhook). Also four great Cabernet recommendations. She is a true gem and a real tribute to your organization. Well done!

    TL;DR: Crowded Italian spot with pricey but large portions. A bit salty, but good flavors…read moreotherwise. Best dishes: Cast Iron Focaccia or Caramelized Onion Torta to share. Baba Al Rum was also tasty, as was the Orecchiette. Rigatoni was salty, but well-flavored. I visited a popular Italian restaurant from the Union Square Hospitality group with a group of five others. The restaurant is quite large, and although it was somewhat noisy, the tables were spaced apart enough that it was easy to hear everyone. We had an early dinner at 5:45 PM, which took quite a while, but I didn't mind. To drink, I went with the Bitter Giuseppe for $19, with Cynar 45.3, Punt e Mes, lemon, and sea salt. I'm a fan of most Negronis, and this was a particularly bitter version. The bit of lemon and sea salt added a unique but enjoyable flavor at the end, though in retrospect, the salt probably wasn't super necessary. Two of us split, and eventually, a few of us ordered their signature appetizer, the $18 Cast Iron Focaccia, with tomato conserva, a mixture of crushed tomatoes, olive oil, and Calabrian chili. The bread was fresh and warm, albeit a tad oily and salty, but it paired wonderfully with the conserva. As someone who doesn't like it when bread is extra, this was delicious and worth it. Another person ordered the $18 Insalata Verde. It was very large, but fairly basic, with a vinaigrette that had a citrusy and mustardy flavor. There was also the Caramelized Onion Torta for $27, which was very large, as expected for the price point. It had a creamy and tangy flavor from the Pecorino Toscano with some sweetness from the onion. It was delicious, but very heavy, and I would recommend that around three or four people split it alongside the focaccia. Finally, there was also the $15 Pizza Bianca, which was easily the smallest of all the plates, but they still enjoyed it. My main dish was the Orecchiette for $26, with ramps, pistachio, and pecorino. Like most of their dishes, the portion size was quite large, with plenty of pasta, which was perfectly cooked. The ramps added a touch of sweetness, although I would have liked a few more nuts. Additionally, there was almost too much pecorino, which made the dish slightly salty, but it was still enjoyable. As a side, I got the $19 Grilled Asparagus with dates, vermouth, and blue cheese, which came with many pieces of lightly charred asparagus. While there was plenty of funky blue cheese, I would have preferred more dates. Two of the others got the Rigatoni Alla Gricia for $30. The portion was large, and I tried a bit while they tried mine. The noodles were again cooked perfectly, and while there was a lot of guanciale, this was easily the saltiest of all the dishes. For dessert, I chose their Baba AU Rum for $18, which was uniquely mixed with chocolate and orange. The presentation was a bit off, as it looked like a certain emoji, but the flavor made up for it. The subtle hint of rum paired with the bitter-sweet chocolate and orange. The dark chocolate-covered orange slice on top was a nice touch as well. Someone else got a tart, and one other person got the Gelati, which resulted in one of the only faults during service. She heard it was two scoops, and ordered espresso stracciatella and hazelnut, but was given two separate orders for $12 each. The gelato was good, but unlike most things, definitely not worth it for the price. I liked the appetizers much more, but I found the food good overall. Tasty dessert, and the portions make up at least a bit for the relatively higher prices.

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    Ci Siamo - Private dining space - has access to outdoor terrace and view of Empire State Building

    Private dining space - has access to outdoor terrace and view of Empire State Building

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    L'Artusi - Amatraciana - incredible

    L'Artusi

    4.3(2.7k reviews)
    3.0 miWest Village
    $$$

    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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    Kitchen area

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    Trattoria Trecolori

    Trattoria Trecolori

    4.1(3k reviews)
    1.2 miTheater District, Midtown West
    $$

    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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    Trattoria Trecolori - 2nd floor dining area

    2nd floor dining area

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    Francese chicken with lemon white wine sauce

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