My guest and I had dinner here last Wednesday and this place simply missed the mark. First off it was a quiet Wednesday night and plenty of available tables yet the hostess wanted us to sit next to a table of loud bros when we were looking for a quiet night dinner. She begrudgingly agreed to our request for a different table. In addition you do not want to sit close to the entrance because the street is loud and when the trash is out on a humid night you can smell it during dinner. The food was bland and flavorless. We had a salad and burrata which was boring and my paparadelle which I was looking forward to had no flavor at all. The Crem brûlée also came out very cold that we asked them to reheat it. And to top it off a second after we paid our bill a massive cockroach appeared under our feet that had we seen it during dinner we would have left. They did nothing to apologize or try and gain our future business for the entire evening being a disaster. I would never go back here. read more

The crème brulee from this joint was some of the best I've ever had omg also the moscato was perfectly crisp and sweet and the food was so yummy plus the waiters were fun and friendly read more

AMAZING food, amazing atmosphere, and great service. I highly recommend if you want quality food. Owner was great, and personable and welcoming. The artichoke and avocado salad was so good, we had the croquettes, and the barrata - all so flavorful and the presentation was beautiful. We all had a pasta dish, and each one was better than the other. The desserts were so good, we finished them all. Overall, great experience. read more

Their pasta is soooo gooood. The appetizers we ordered (Crocchette and Avocado e Carciofini were both a little different from what we expected, but still pretty good. All the pastas we ordered were of the best we've ever had. We ordered 4 for the table and none disappointed. -Fettuccine alla Bolognese -Cacio e Pepe -Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia -Fettuccine con Funghi The cacio e Pepe and Peccheri were so unbelievably good. We will come back just for those! Our server was so nice as well- we are so excited to come back next time we are in New York. read more

First time back post pandemic and it's still a nice spot but didn't stand out to me like it used to. Firstly some people got stools for their purses but mine sat on the floor. Prices for wine bottles were astronomical- it made more sense to just do by the glass and the sav blanc was not great. I really wish they would consider switching from the lentils with bread to a nice olive tapenade or something else- the lentils feel lazy and flavorless. Pasta wise the truffle one was absolutely 5 star but the bolognese lacked flavor or depth. Service was fairly quick and polite. The food here is still solid but with so many nice spots in NYC, it didn't have that Wow factor. read more

Stumbled upon this gem for lunch while in the city. It was delicious at every course. Amazing salad, perfect chicken and pastas and great desserts. Highly recommend! read more

Stop looking for other restaurants and go eat at El Corso the host Angela and the waiter tonight we had Davide were amazing. My birthday was a wonderful dinner and we highly recommend this place. Truffle pasta, the Cabernet, Ziti Genovese, chocolate cake! Thank us later! read more

Amazing service, beautiful atmosphere and delicious food. We stayed nearby and were happy they would squeeze us in on a Saturday at 6:30pm. The food was absolutely phenomenal read more

Il Corso - Pappardelle con Funghi, Tartufo e Provola And Fettuccine alla Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Having just arrived in NYC, we started scouring various reservations apps for a place to have dinner. We found Il Corso had availability along with great reviews, and further research convinced us this was the place to go. It turned out to be a great start to our trip, and one of the best meals we had during our visit! A long and narrow space nestled among other businesses along 55th, we were kindly and promptly seated. It was surprisingly full for a Monday night. This isn't a place for "Americanized" Italian fare. You won't find chicken parm on this menu, which was a wonderful feature of the menu since my husband and I have both lived in Europe and prefer more authentic Italian cuisine. We chose the croquettes and a salad to start. The croquettes had a perfectly light and crispy exterior, and a pillowy flavorful interior. My husband chose the lasagne all'Emilliana, different from American style lasagne with its wonderfully creamy bechamel layer. I chose the paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia- a large tubular pasta with crumbles of sweet Italian sausage and creamy mascarpone and pistachio sauce. There's nothing similar to compare this dish to, but it was absolutely exquisite! It's one of those dishes that you won't easily forget! There were so many dishes on the menu that we wanted to try, and we were very happy with the dishes we ended up choosing. The bread service is initially complimentary and comes with a pleasant dip of olive oil, garlic, and lentils! Again, not typical of an Italian restaurant in the US, but delicious.. and we couldn't stop spooning lentils over the warm, crusty bread. So good! There's an additional charge for extra bread, which is probably a good thing because you'll want to keep eating bread and lentils otherwise! The only, and very slightly, disappointing things were the desserts we chose. Don't get me wrong, they were beautiful and delicious, but they were served far too hot. The ice cream on top was already melting when they arrived at the table, but breaking into the hot exterior and releasing more heat turned it into a soupy, sloppy mess. The flavor was still fabulous, but this soupy texture didn't allow for appreciating its individual components. Had it been warm and not piping hot, it would have been perfect! The Chianti Riserva was good and only got better as it breathed. The Peroni was nice and cold. Everything was so good, we considered just eating there every night, but we decided we should see what else the city had to offer! Il Corso is already on our list of places to return to the next time we visit! read more

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Words seem inadequate tools to describe this food. We were pleased with all our choices. The staff combines knowledge with attentive care. This restaurant offers both position and proper care. I want to share this place with everyone. read more

Il Corso in Midtown is an Italian restaurant serving delicious pastas and exquisite service. We went on a Tuesday night for dinner and it was packed, which is a good sign for a relatively unknown Italian restaurant. We started with zucchini fritti and unbearably crispy Crocchette di Salumi e Formaggi. For pastas we sampled a variety of the menu including the fettuccine alla bolognese, lobster ravioli special, paccheri with pistachio cream and sweet sausage, one of the best lasagnas we've had in NYC and Cacio e pepe served in a cheese skirt bowl. Dessert was a gorgeous pistachio tart, chocolate cake and chocolate bread pudding. Il Corso flies under the radar (to our delight) and we dread the day TikTok exposes this gem read more

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We didn't have a reservation and popped in with a group of 3 for lunch on a Saturday afternoon for lunch and got seated right away. I'll say the service is a bit slow but the server is very friendly. I had the arugula salad which was delish! My friends split their arugula salad and was about the same size as mine so might as well split it! The food was all very tasty and I loved the ambiance! read more

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Five years and one global pandemic since my initial review in 2018 -- and Il Corso continues to be as excellent it was the first time I went, and every time I've been since then. Returned this afternoon for lunch before a matinee at City Centre -- and there are some new faces, all of whom were just as lovely and good at what they do than the ones I first met in 2018. And the food? Just as excellent, with some of the desserts made right there on the premises (try the pistachio tart; the crust might just change your life!). One of my favorite restaurants in all of NYC. read more

Wow, wow, wow! Some of the best pasta I've ever had. The Fettuccine Con Funghi E Prosciutto was absolutely amazing. The truffles mixed with the mushrooms and prosciutto was perfect. The restaurant itself was a bit small, but felt cozy and intimate. The staff was also friendly and helpful. Great experience. I will 100% visit the next time I'm in the city. read more

Great food , average service . No one comes to check on. How's the food taste. I know if you need anything.

Can't recommend this enough! The staff was amazing and the food was incredible. HIGHLY recommend the pistachio pasta that is a must order.... Very nice vibe inside and close to everything in midtown read more

Il Corso - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

High yield Italian Was gonna watch a Broadway show so stopped by here for din beforehand. Got the spaghetti di mare which was jam packed with fresh seafood. Also got the fungi which had an absolutely delicious sauce, creamy but not overpowering with a burst of truffle flavor. For dessert, they bring out a giant platter with sample desserts prepared so you can actually see what they look like. We went for the classic tiramisu and was not disappointed. Perfect end to the meal. Restaurant is fancy and cozy with a warm ambiance. Great place for a romantic get together. PSA: the sides are super high yield. Got a side order of brocolli rabe and asparagus and they were huge. Fresh and perfectly cooked/seasoned. Perfectly complimented our meal. read more

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Delicious, fresh, authentic Italian food. A group went for a business dinner and everyone enjoyed their meals. I personally had ravioli stuffed with osso buco in a truffle oil, cheese sauce. So good. One guest had dietary restrictions and the waiter was helpful in selecting the right meal. Low lighting which is soothing and friendly staff. Overall had a very positive experience and look forward to returning in the future. read more

This spot provides a remarkable experience. Both what I ate and how I was treated exceeded expectations. I noticed the personnel were vigilant. The place offers multiple seating configurations. You should experience this restaurant yourself. read more

We went to a fine restaurant with this name maybe a decade ago. If memory serves, it was on the other side of the street. It was very expensive, so we had not been back. We just tried it again and there was nothing similar at all. Food was low to mediocre, one dimensional, service was unprofessional, prices were very very high. No bread, no cheese offered for bolognese, meats dry. There were no prices on the printed beer/wine by the glass menu. Bottle of wine ordered was forgotten, reminded, still not opened when first courses were in the table. Main courses arrive and still no wine, then the wine list is brought over, seems they do not have the wine we ordered. Upsell attempted. We chose another bottle at the original price point, which took some time to arrive and was finally opened, no time to breathe. Apologies were offered, comp glasses of wine (after all the food was gone) and a complementary dessert (a dessert I unfortunately dislike; no fault of theirs but didn't want it, nor did anyone in our party). This seemed like a sucker restaurant for midtown tourists. Very disappointing. read more

We were seated immediately in this lovely restaurant with white tablecloths. I was undecided about a wine choice so the waiter offered two samples! We ended up with a bottle of Sassania Alfa Rose. Rosé is not typically my choice but it was quite good. I had the Papardelle el Telefono which WAS DELICIOUS. I'm not a big pasta fan and am always looking for some really good pasta so I can experience what people rave about. This was it. Hubby had tortelloni with cheese and spinach and really enjoyed his meal too. Because everything else was so good, we ordered the chocolatissimo dessert. It was enough for two people and a perfect ending to a lovely meal. read more

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We found Il Corso through friends visiting from Dallas and have been back twice on our own. We love it. The food is impeccable, and the service is efficient. The space is long, dark, and smallish, but it's New York and smack in the middle of town, steps from Rockefeller Center and Broadway shows. It's also very cozy and romantic if you want to have a delicious, quiet dinner. Go for the food and the lovely atmosphere and you will be impressed! read more

I picked up an order of Pasta Bolognese togo tonight to have as a late night snack. It was very delicious, aromatic, moist and good quality. The meat gravy was very tasty n savory. The little carrot chunks went well with it. The noodles were very fresh and soft. One of the best bolognese I have had yet. Great service as well. I will re-visit this place when returning to NYC in the future. read more

Il Corso - Fantastic Bolognese Pasta togo !!! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Service: 5 star! Food: incredible. Best risotto I have ever had! Fried zucchini with sauce was fabulous. I would eat here again, but of course, I found it on my last day in the city. Only complaint is that they didn't provide complementary bread, which I'm accustomed to at Italian restaurants. But the food and service were so spectacular, I can't really complain about the lack of bread. read more

Really delicious Italian food! I came with a party of 4 and we all really enjoyed the food here. We got the Grilled Octopus and eggplant parmigiana to start. Both were seasoned so well and so delicious! For the mains, we got the Fettuccine Con Funghi E Prosciutto, spaghetti, fettuccine bolognese, and seafood pasta. All were excellent! They even gave us free sorbet for dessert. Service was great but a little slow. The inside was very cute and there was an outdoor patio as well. read more

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Ambiance and service we terrific. Knowledgeable waiter with great recommendations. Food was wonderful -- had the frito misto and two different pasta (they let you do a serving of up to two per person!). Great place that I would highly recommend! read more

Il Corso - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Lovely little Italian restaurant. Very courteous and attentive staff. Menu was explained well and various options provided. Gets busy pretty quick since it's close to the theater district. Lots of locals seemed to be around which is always a good sign. Our favorite was the Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia. So good, very rich and creamy but not heavy!!! Our kid almost it all himself!! Consider reserving a spot, makes your life easier since a lot of restaurants in the big apple are on the smaller size. read more

Il Corso - A spicy special- sorry forgot to note the name. Unusual flavor for Italian but delicious if you like abit of spice. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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By far the best Italian food I've had since traveling to NY. I have been multiple times and now that I know of this place I'll make sure to come every time I visit. Our server Pablo was very knowledgeable of the specials/offers they had for the day, and as well on the regular menu. Thank you Pablo! Our food came out in order right on time. We started off with the croquettes, and the filling was so flavorful while the outside had a nice crunch. 10/10! We both went with pastas (we were craving something starchy after a long day at the zoo) and I couldn't say enough how much I fell in love with these dishes. So delicious!!! My dish had lemon zest and most people would say it's a bit overpowering but i love the taste of lemon. Our waters were never empty! I mean the man would come and fill up our drinks even if we took only one sip. Service on point! It is a smaller restaurant so don't be alarmed when you walk in and the Hoststand is right in front. Not much space to wait inside but make sure to do a reservation so you don't have to wait! We didn't have a reservation but I think we got lucky. read more

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Palm Desert location. Hostess was clueless. Waiter very good. Meatball appetizer arrived half frozen. Specialty drinks were very good. Linguine with clams so very salty but excellent pasta. Overall, I will not return. read more

Solid wait staff, the homemade pasta was excellent. Great wine selection, super cute little spot.

An absolute must!! The ambiance is intimate and romantic, and it's a great spot for family or dates. The food is beyond amazing and their cocktails are delicious! My boyfriend and I got the fettuccini bolognese and the lasagna, and we almost licked our plates clean it was THAT good. The service was wonderful and our server was attentive and kind! Do yourself a favor and come here for your next date night! read more

Food is OK Ambience? Not so much.. looks more like a hotel restaurant inside - not a high-end more like a mid-tier chain. Service was good. read more

Loved the location and service with a really nice wine selection. Our server was awesome. The main courses were ok and I would suggest they get a bit more consistent with their "al dente" as my partner's dish was perfectly prepared whereas mine was very undercooked and the pasta was hard and starchy. Desert, wine and service made up for the so-so main course. read more

Il Corso - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The best restaurant in the world!!! Ok, maybe an exaggeration, but it's incredibly good. The service is excellent, wine menu expansive, and the specials are uniquely their own. Plus, if you have a craving for a specific Italian dish, and it's not on the menu, they'll try their best to make it. They made chicken fettuccini Alfredo for my daughter, which may not seem like a bug deal, but try going to a jive place in NYC and ordering off menu. For me, they took a seafood pasta dish, hav eve linguini instead of spaghetti and subbed a creamy fra diablo sauce - it was incredible. The wife had lasagna, to die for. And my eldest daughter had the clams - again, incredible. We love this place - you will too. Ask for Luis. read more

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Food was great, but that's about it. Terrible to seat a large party by the door in the front where people coming and going hover over you and coughed on top of you. One group was waiting there for almost our entire dinner and was sitting on the floor spreading out inappropriately. Then busboy spilled one of our table's cocktails all over the table. Worst part--they did not comp the cocktail nor did they bring out a new one so we paid for a drink we didn't consume. Would not return. read more

My wife and I have been dining there for over 20 years. We live in New Jersey, and it is our favorite restaurant. There are no items not worth eating. We were there last night to celebrate our anniversary, and we were given a table in a quiet corner. My wife said the perfectly cooked halibut was best fish dinner ever. I had scrumptious cacio e pepe. Not everyone can make a great one. They do. Excellent octopus appetizer. Good reasonable wine list,. Tasty deserts; just the right size. Bartender makes excellent cocktails. But, most important is the ambiance-from the warm greeting from the hostess to the friendly, knowledgeable servers, the runners who make sure water glasses filled and quickly respond to other requests. The icing on the cake is the warm, charming owner whose exuberance fills the room , and who is as attendant to first-time diners as to regulars. If you have the opportunity to dine there, do so. read more

Great place to have a no frills Italian dinner with awesome service. Place was packed and it's not surprising. Best thing I ate was the pistachio sauce pasta (forgot what it was called)- super unique and haven't had anything like that elsewhere. For non pasta the beef tenderloin medallions were great and a heavier option. The seafood vongolle was good. Overall great service and experience and would recommend. read more

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Flavorful dishes and amazing service, priced right in a quaint and beautiful space. Great choice for a birthday celebration or for a dinner out. read more

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I thought this was a nice place to eat. I rarely go out to eat by myself, but I felt welcomed by everyone and well it was my birthday (which I may have mentioned once or twice when I got there :) ) anyway...The manager even came to say hi and wish me a happy birthday, nice touch. A different take on bread was a little bowl of lentils, I liked it for the spice in it, nice change of pace from plain olive oil or butter. For food, I had the burrata and fried artichokes which was good. Then for main I had the Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia - very good, sausage, pistachios, creamy sauce...I don't eat pasta like this often but it was definitely worth the calories. And then a pistachio tart for dessert and they also brought me a cannoli with a candle - I thought it was a nice touch first the pistachio tart - which I was so excited to eat I forgot to take a pic but very good, sweet, but I love pistachios so it was a great end to the meal. The cannoli was good too, but I was so full I could only eat a little of it, but I definitely liked the flavor. I enjoyed my meal and would come back if I happen to be working in that area again. read more

Il Corso - Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Cozy, warm Italian restaurant, perfect for a chilly autumn late lunch. Curated but diverse menu, with Italian meat, fish, pasta, salads, and appetizers. We thoroughly enjoyed the thin pounded veal Milanese cutlet, with an arugula and tomato salad. The spaghetti Pomodoro was cooked al dente, and they added a generous helping of tasty Parmesan cheese. Service is polite and quick, and all of the waiters seemed to pitch in and help each other out. Solid meal with fresh ingredients. read more