I had a delightful experience at Evelina, and I was very pleased with the welcoming and intimate atmosphere, the well-crafted cocktails, and the food. There are no misses in whichever route you take with the dishes. My friend and I started with the fried zucchini blossoms. gambas al ajillo and fresh burrata that comes with prosciutto and bruschetta. For mains, we did the buvette steak and pappardelle that comes with oxtail ragu, so freaking delicious. Drinks I had the portia, mezcal bases with a citrusy mix. I was so stuffed I didn't have room for dessert, but I'll definitely be making this my neighborhood go to restaurant. Staff was also great read more

Everything was amazing! From the host to the lighting. Everything we ordered was delicious. read more

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Great menu, excellent service, great outdoor dining plus a gelato stand on the corner!

Evelina has become one of our favorites. The food is delicious, the staff are kind and attentive. The restaurant has a consistently positive vibe when you enter. We've tried several items - my favorites were the bavette steak, zucchini blossoms (very rich to me, so this may be good for sharing), & mafaldine read more

Amazing restaurant with ample outdoor seating and best part - they allow dogs! They also offer a water bowl for your dog. Super cute ambiance with a gelato kiosk outside as well. Would recommend getting a reservation as it gets pretty packed. Ordered the spaghetti carbonara and burrata ravioli and a side of fries. Portions are OK, you're not leaving stuffed but still satisfied. The food was delicious though! The pasta texture was perfect and the flavor was delicious and not too salty. I would come back for the burrata ravioli any day. The prices were also reasonable as well. We ended with a pistachio gelato - super creamy, not too sweet and delicious!! read more

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- good food - chill environment - apparently the menu rotates everyday I didn't know that - good service - good drinks - melon salad is very melon-y It has olives Watermelon, sauce, and cheese really complement each other - lobster is ok - short ribs looked good, I didn't partake - make that resey, it gets busy - very sunny and bright environment - atmosphere is low on pretension - oxtail pasta was good read more

The food was simply amazing, prepared to perfection with a combination of fresh, high-quality ingredients, meticulous cooking techniques, and expert presentation that elevated the dining experience. read more

Had a great dinner here with very fresh and yummy pasta. The seats were a bit tight but the decor is nice and service was good too. Another great find in the neighborhood! read more

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Evelina is a consistent neighborhood favorite, perfect for dates, taking your out of town friends, and dress up after work drinks and nibbles. The menu rotates with the seasons and their indoor/outdoor seating makes things very flexible for parents of kids and dogs. The space itself is beautiful and well thought out. There are heating lamps for the outside space and some cover in a light rain. I will decline to comment on specific dishes because the menu changes so much, but nearly everything I've had has been phenomenal. I especially love their pastas and gelatos. There is very often a wait for walk ins. I highly recommend a reservation or showing up earlier than you really want to eat. Pricing reflects the slightly higher end crowd and ingredients. Service is attentive and friendly, and quick to make things right. read more

Had lunch here with friends and everything was just perfect. The service was warm and attentive, the staff were incredibly friendly, and the food was absolutely delicious. We felt so welcomed from the moment we walked in--definitely a spot I'd come back to. A great experience all around! read more

Excellent Excellent and Excellent breakfast (5+++ stars ) Service is great And nice ambiance It looks well known for breakfast as we needed a reservation Delicious and outstanding platters we get : The coconut oatmeal nicely served with banana, blueberries, coconut flakes The avocado toast is very tasty with vegetables and poached egg The lemon pancake is outstanding and tasty with fresh fruits and syrups Breakfast sandwich is truly delicious ( scrambled eggs, salad, bacon and hot bread) Platters were unbelievable perfect ! Post card is a smart idea! Recommended for sure ! Will be back! read more

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Delicious perfectly presented dishes. I have been to Evelina 6 times. All 6 times my experience was perfect. The service is top notch. They do not make you feel like a leper if you didn't reserve, you simply will sit at the bar. I don't love the stools there but the food is so divine you forget all about it. Wait staff is attentive and will explain dishes or wine pairings to you with patience. Now, the food. My favorite is a pappardelle. Tender, sauce truly is appreciated with closed eye lids...i can not oversell it. Masterful. The flat bread is another one of my favs. The dinner vibe is sexy...3rd date "I really like this person" worthy. The price makes sense to the quality of food and atmosphere you will receive. Lastly, they change their menu so if you see something on the gram or here on yelp you MAY not get an opportunity to enjoy it but don't worry, they have earned the trust of those of us who know they can provide something even better. (apologies for not having photos Im too busy eating, enjoying my friends, and imagining myself in heaven) read more

While staying at an AirBnB our host recommended this restaurant nearby. I'm so glad he did because the food was fantastic. I had a soft shelled crab sandwich that was absolutely delicious. My wife had a beautiful and tasty salad dish. We ate outside on a beautiful day. The service was excellent. You must try this little gem in Brooklyn! read more

It was our last night in Brooklyn and Evelina did not disappoint. It was a very cool place and they were very accommodating. Cocktails and appetizers were amazing! Our waiter was wonderful and the fresh ahi tuna was out of this world! Would definitely recommend! read more

Truly one of the best meals I've had in a while. I was lucky to grab the only 5pm reservation left on a Saturday about a week in advance, which already let me know they stay booked and busy. We arrived a bit late but the hostess was quite nice about it and let us know they would just need the table by 7pm. The restaurant was packed and very lively, I did not see a table or bar seat empty during our stay. Despite this, service was sharp with staff routinely passing by to check on us and making sure everything was running smoothly. Now let's talk about the food! We decided to start with the Pinsa Bianca which included some type of airy pita bread with whipped ricotta and red peppers - very tasty overall. Next we had the octopus which was amaaazing - it was perfectly charred and had a flavorful citrusy combination of a grape-cherry vinaigrette, garlic, and pine nuts. It was really great and left us very excited for the next course. For mains, we ordered the short rib, cacio e pepe, and the oxtail pappardelle. Everything was scrumptious but the latter was definitely the star of the show. This pasta dish was just perfect and we liked it so much we ordered another plate. For dessert, we went with the classic choice of a tiramisu which we enjoyed. Drinks were also delicious - we tried the Evelina and Viola, both good choices. It looks like they change their menu every so often which I like a lot, you can always check what's on the table via their website. I will certainly be returning for brunch. & if you plan to visit at any point, please don't leave without trying the oxtail pappardelle! Thank me later. read more

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AMAZING!!! I had lunch with business associates and the food was mouthwatering and the presentation was phenomenal!! The food tastes as good as it looked. I can recommend this Brooklyn hot spot with 10 stars!! read more

Evelina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The food is always fresh, plentiful and good. The service is great and friendly, l have been there many times and am satisfied. Recommend Evelina to all my friends and family. Sheila F. White read more

"I had an amazing experience at Evelina Restaurant last night. The host greeted me immediately and although he had 3 guests turns for seating a head of me! he still accommodate me in a timely manner, even he clean my table and sit it up by himself. The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was top-notch. My waitress , Lauren was very attentive and made excellent recommendations. The ambiance was perfect for a relaxing evening out. Respectfully, Moe read more

COVID report: Evelina has a great heated outdoor setup. There is a covered structure as well as several uncovered sections; I sat in one of the uncovered sections and it was more than adequately heated. Easily made a same-day reservation outdoors on NYE; decided to go out last minute and Evelina was one of the few restaurants that weren't doing one of those ridiculously overpriced pre-fixes. They were serving their normal menu, which rotates regularly. Cocktails and food were excellent, and service was great. I tried: + Juliet cocktail + Tamora cocktail + Delicata squash tempura + Filet mignon tartare + Pappardelle with braised beef cheeks sugo + Acquerello risotto + Apple tart The highlights were the squash and the dessert, though I also really liked the pappardelle. Definitely will be back! read more

Evelina - Apple tart - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Our group had a nice breakfast here. Their espresso maritini-like cocktail was great. I could have downed several of them easily. Most of us ordered the eggs in purgatory. They gave us three eggs and just enough tomato sauce. A little more merguez sausage would have been perfect. This seems to be a neighborhood spot with plenty of people coming in solo, which is awesome. read more

Evelina - Eggs in purgatory - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Super cute place with good service and good food. We made a Saturday brunch reservation for 9 people. On the day of the reservation we wanted to add 2 additional people, we called the restaurant and they were very accommodating. Their outdoor seating is really nice and great for big groups! Also they sell gelato so definitely get some after your meal! read more

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Evelina is everything and more. If you are a native of the area I am truly jealous that this gem is in your backyard. My friend and I came by for a Friday brunch only to realize it was now lunch lol but no matter. The vibes are truly immicalute with its cozy seating and decor. I ordered a "Portia" to start while I waited on my friend - a delicious drink that gives you a sweet and spicy punch. Once she arrived she ordered the espresso martini which was one of the best she has ever had ( apparently she is also an espresso martini connoisseur ) . We ordered the whipped ricotta to start and it was amazing - again you can never go wrong with a whipped ricotta but paired with that olive salad truly a change changer. We ordered their oxtail papardelle and steak as mains to share. Listen that papardelle ! Perfectly cooked and the ox tail perfectly cooked - falling apart and juicy. The steak we ordered medium- well also tender and that chimuchurri along with the fingerling potatoes - heaven in each bite. What brunch turned lunch isn't complete without dessert. We had their tiramisu - a definite showstopper - lady fingers perfectly soaked and layered with cream and not too sweet. The perfect end to an absolutely amazing meal. I will be back again to try other items. Maybe I'll see you all there read more

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Solid Sunday night dinner at Evelina. It was easy to get a res for two about a week in advance for 8:30pm- when we arrived, every seat at the restaurant was taken! SETTING: cute and cozy inside, tables may be a little bit tight and close together for some, but not too uncomfortable. Lots of date nights, friends nights, double dates, and overall a cute and "buzzy" atmosphere. FOOD: we had the chicken liver pate and blue fin tuna crudo for appetizers. Both plates were completely cleared with not one morsel of food left by the time we were done. The chicken liver pate is delicious- perfect texture, served with a bit of fig to cut through the taste and little fluffy pieces of bread. Definitely could have used more bread but otherwise fantastic! So was the blue fin crudo. For our main we ordered the bone in rib eye for two. Most pieces were delicious but others were a bit dry. Would have been nice if it came with some type of butter or sauce to liven up the flavor. Also came with two sides - fingerling potatoes and cabbage with pistachios. Both were good but nothing to write home about. Next time I come I will probably try something else but the ribeye was really good and I'm glad we got it. We had the coconut cocktail which was good, not great, and another whiskey cocktail mixed with beet juice which was almost undrinkable. I would strongly recommend staying away from that cocktail. For dessert we had the chocolate cake and tiramisu. Tiramisu was OK a bit soggy, chocolate cake was perfect and the gelato it came with was mouthwatering. SERVICE: service was OK. They were very busy and I think only had a few servers working (given labor shortages I assume) so we had to wait a bit to place our order, Overall our server was very nice and helpful with picking our dishes. VERDICT: very cute place that will probably become a neighborhood staple for us now that we live in the area! We will be back. read more

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Leaning more towards a 3.5/5. Super cute Italian place with gorgeous decor! We chose this place last minute but they still managed to get us a table of 5! We ordered: Multigrain toast ($20) Spicy eggs in purgatory ($17) Prosciutto di parma ($19) Burrata ravioli ($24) The food was all delicious but the portion size left much to be desired lol. It definitely felt a bit overpriced. A lot of dishes were just a slice of bread with eggs/sauce on top. The portions were small so we still felt hungry afterwards which is a rare occurrence because we normally don't eat that much! Service was hard to flag down, not sure if it's because we were seated in the corner table near the entrance. But we couldn't get refills on water or order our food. Couldn't even get someone for the check either! While the food was delicious, I felt the portions and service were a bit lacking. Wouldn't mind coming back to try their dinner menu as their pasta looks great! read more

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I don't know how this place has so many good reviews. It's beautiful inside and the service is good, but the food itself is just mid. Everything arrived to our table stone cold. This doesn't make sense for a $100/pp meal. We had a 37oz ribeye, 2 pastas, and 3 appetizers and every single thing was cold and lacking in salt. I won't be back. read more

I booked a reservation at Evelina's for dinner at 7:30 for date night! We were pleasantly surprised with the amazing atmosphere. It was well decorated, cozy, but not too cramped with indoor seating. Marina started us off and gave us her suggestions on what to get for our first time here. She was kind, approachable, and very helpful. The food was spectacular! I couldn't find anything to complain about in regard to the food. we also had the pleasure of having Diego serve us. He radiates positive energy, was quick, extremely kind, and made us feel so comfortable. Both Marina and Diego are wonderful!! If you decide to come, ask for them! read more

Randomly stopped in here bc there was a wait dod a restaurant nearby. And it turned out to be pretty good! I had a Rosalind to start and it was really refreshing and delicious! Pretty strong as well. For my meal I was looking to go to Cacio de Pepe but I ended up ordering mafaldine.. it was good! Refreshing and light. The sauce is made from broccoli rabe so I made myself thing it was healthy. It was still pretty great! Next time I'll try the cacio bc I'm curious to how that tastes! read more

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Excellently prepared food in a relaxed environment. I had the best olive oil cake ever. I would go back 100 times.

I should have taken a photo! I need to do better. This place is cute. The staff was friendly, but I apparently dined with a regular there so I got lucky I guess lol. The oxtail pappardelle came recommended and sounded divine but I needed lighter lunch fare so the muscles were the winner for me with a glass of Lambrusco. This combination was lovely. The muscles are served in a light tomato based sauce which was tasty. Now I usually go for a white or butter sauce, but I enjoyed them, plus they were cooked to perfection. I would definitely like to go back and try the oxtail and go back again for the brunch for sure! The brunch menu looked so good! But that's for next time! (I hope!) read more

The service was very good by waiters and especially the person who was selling ice cream. Everyone was friendly. We ordered few dishes of pasta which were good, but we especially loved the peach salad, and ice cream which tasted like as if you are in Rome! Highly recommend! read more

Really wanted to love Evelina. We actually LOVED the food, 5 stars for sure! But our experience was very lacking. First off, it's a beautiful restaurant! The decor is lovely and their outdoor area has added a ton of seating. Since they're on the corner, they get both sides to add tables. Right now during the summer, they also have a cute gelato stand in front! As for food, we decided to get an app and 2 pastas. - Hamachi ceviche: very light and refreshing! comes with very thin crackers with a little bit of olive oil on top. the fish was fresh and the peppers and grilled avo was delicious together - Mafaldine: I like this pasta shape and have only had it at Lilia. This mafaldine is pesto based and topped with ricotta cheese and pine nuts. This was good to try, but probably wouldn't get again. I'd rather try one of the other pastas next time but it was still a good dish! - Papardelle with oxtail: tomato based sauce and a more hearty pasta dish! saltier (in a good way) compared to the pesto sauce. I'd definitely get this one again ! highly recommend if you're a papardelle (wide noodle) fan. While food was amazing, our wait times were a little bit ridiculous. Our appetizer came out fairly quick, and after it was cleaned up, we thought our pastas would come out shortly after. We waited about 40-45 minutes for these dishes... I understand if there's staffing or kitchen issues, but there was no explanation and other tables after us did not have as long of a wait. On top of that, we had to ask for the check 3 times!! another 20 minutes tacked on to our night. The ladies right next to us got seated maybe 30 minutes after us, and we left at the same time.. Would I come back? Yes, for the food ! But now you know to budget more time for a meal here. read more

Evelina - Pappardelle - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We had the Octopus, Fava Bean Salad, Beet Salad, Squash Blossoms, Ragu Pappardelle, & Scallops. Gorgeous presentation, exquisite flavors, food temperature was perfect. Our server, Cass, along with the Bussers and Food Runners, made sure we had everything we needed, and did so with friendly dispositions and smiles. The ambiance on-point with lighting, music, and everything. They were busy, but the hostess still managed to find a table for us even though we didn't have a reservation. EXCELLENT place! So glad we found it. read more

Evelina - Grilled Octopus appetizer - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Wow! What a great brunch. Four of us stopped in and had a wonderful time. We sat outside on a nice morning. The outdoor table and chairs weren't the most comfortable but did the job. Service was wonderful. We were well looked after without being pestered. The coffee was most excellent. I had the French toast and it was magnificent! Well presented on the plate and the taste was truly delicious. On par with Brooklyn prices, and well worth it. read more

Evelina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Always delicious and the service is above and beyond. Try a drink with their house rosemary infused Cappelletti. So delicious. Also sweet patio areas weather permitting. read more

Evelina - Outside - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Get the lemon scone!!!!! Everything was amazing and really well prepared. Had a reservation and was seated right on time. The restaurant itself was incredible and has the best decor. The waiter was a bit hard to get the attention of at points but definitely was not rushing to have my group of 6 leave! read more

Evelina - Steak and eggs - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My fiance made our Valentine's Day reservations here. Heard from a colleague it was a great spot. It was. Service was lovely and considering we were late for our reservation they were accommodating. Saddened that there was an item listed to be in the menu for Valentine's day but it wasn't. Would I return... Sure... If I'm around. But I wouldn't hike to Fort Greene for it since I have to pass thru Park Slope where there are just as good (or even better) places. read more

Evelina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Did dessert and espresso here and I'll definitely be back. There was a wait on a late Saturday but it was to be expected as the weather was beautiful in Brooklyn that evening. Evelina is a modern and airy space. I had the tiramisu and my gf has the bitter chocolate cheesecake. Both delicious and we devoured! I'll be back for dinner soon! read more

Evelina - Dessert and espresso 2024 - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Walked in with a friend on a Monday night an hour before our reservation to see if they could seat us earlier because we were both starving! Thankfully, the bar was open, and they were able to seat us right away. I got the portia cocktail and the ragu pappardelle, and shared the dark chocolate tart with my friend. Overall, everything was solid. I decided to try the ragu pappardelle even though I'm not always a fan of ragu pastas, and was pleasantly surprised! The sauce was good, and the meet was tender too. I think if you're fan of ragu pastas, you'll definitely love the pallardelle! While the pasta was good, the dark chocolate tart was what really blew me away. The tart is rich, and the combination of it with the pistachio ice cream is just amazing. I'm also not usually a fan of pistachio flavored things, but I thought the flavor was subtle in the ice cream! Definitely share though because I think the sweetness could get a bit overwhelming near the end. But this tart alone is worth coming back for imo! But the ambience is great, and it's such a cute date spot. The service is good too-- the bartender suggested me the portia when I asked for the sweetest cocktail on the menu, and it was really good without it being overwhelmingly sweet! She was also attentive throughout our meal even when she was busy. read more

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Fantastic waffles with fresh fruit and yummy lemon curd! Definitely worth the $12 and wait time for this clearly freshly made breakfast. The ambiance was so jazzy and cool with a lot of class. It feels like an expensive place without being too pricey. Worth it if you're by Pratt campus or not! read more

Evelina - Sweet Waffle - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Thursday birthday dinner for two. Seemed like a lot of people wanted to eat here tonight but we got there before the rush to put our names down. Our table was ready within 20 minutes or less as we enjoyed a few beers at Dick and Jane's across the street. First, they have coal-fired heaters on either side of the table we were seated at which really made the night enjoyable. Ordered a delicious beet cocktail with suntory whisky and a fig old fashioned. So tasty! They definitely know what they are mixing here. We decided on the mushroom ravioli (which the waiter was very enthusiastic to recommend) and the Ragu pappardelle. Ravioli was phenomenal and the pappardelle was also delicious! Wow. Such an orgasm of flavors in the mouth. For dessert, the tiramisu was standard and the waiter was so sweet as to put a candle in it for me. Overall, such a delicious meal and enjoyable experience with the nicest and most professional staff. read more

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