The house bread was cold and tough. The pasta was decent, al dente but not as rich as I would have liked. I also thought the ragu was good but could have been more tender. I liked the Polipo Alla Griglia, would order this one again. I came for an early dinner while the sun was still up. It was quiet enough to hear the conversation well. It was also fairly dark despite it being bright out. I assume it would have a nicer ambience for a later dinner or date night. read more

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Worst service. Went for Mother's Day brunch and waited more than 40 min to be served water and bread to begin. If you don't have enough staff working, don't seat so many customers. read more

nothing special, if you want a safe option (with solid but mostly bland italian dishes), this one would be a good choice. and too loud for a proper conversation, an unfortunate nyc restaurant design hype that they seem to follow. read more

An old favorite making a comeback! After several years we went to Morandi on a Saturday evening without any reservations. We were lucky to snag spots by the bar area, it reminded me why I always enjoyed this place in the past. The bartenders and servers are super friendly!! The food is consistently good, we got the sausage pasta and the bolognese pasta. Both extremely delicious and big portions. Always too too generous with the wine pours. If the bartender likes you, they'll fill your class to the brim! I am glad Morandi is again a spot on my list when I am craving some Italian. read more

Food was in generally mediocre. The best dish was the steak: cooked perfect. Scallop Agnoloti, Burrata and Fried Artichoke were pretty good. Mafalde was not great, bland, flavorless. Sea Bream was a bit overcooked, and smelled little fishy. read more

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This place is super vibey! I came here Friday night at 9:30 pm. I had a reservation but we had to wait 15 minutes before our table was ready. Every single table was full. I love the warm ambient lighting in the restaurant. Service was great! Our water was always filled up and they brought us a second basket of bread when we asked. My friends and I got fries ($12) to share. I got the bolognese, which was recommended by our server. Honestly, it was not that good. I liked the bolognese from Saint Theo's more.... I would come back and try something different. read more

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Still great after all these years! Nice to come in on Sunday when lasagna is the special. read more

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Debatable... I know this place used to be popular but I'm not sure what was the hype about. Food is decent but nothing out of the ordinary. It's really expensive for the mediocre food they serve. Service is very good though and the staff is warm and friendly, something that I greatly appreciate. Dessert selection is basic. I wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

Excellent service, food and cleanliness!!! Family friendly and the staff serviced us as if they all owned the restaurant!!! The host Antonio went over to every table and asked if all is well... Amazing, and the meals were delicious!!! Definitely a place that I would recommend !!! read more

Overall great experience here. I actually felt so homey and peaceful in here with the rustic brick and decor. Staff were all helpful but not very personal. They serve their role but do not have much interaction with the customers (I can't figure out if this is a bonus or a negative). We got the margarita focaccia as an app and it was perfect for 4 people to split. My pasta was so delicious and was my favorite course. Dessert was okay but nothing too unique. The espresso was cute with a cat design! Pricing was typical for NY and I would def come back for some solid pasta. I also enjoyed that it was not too loud or crowded in the restaurant. Ambiance has some immaculate vibes. read more

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Amazing LINGUINI!!! You must get it! Restaurant is LOUD--be prepared to have to yell across the table haha!

Service was a 3/5. Abundance of wait staff but I had to flag down our waiter multiple times after waiting 15+ minutes each time. Food came out fast, but the food just wasn't good. I came for a birthday and they didn't offer any desserts. Had to ask multiple times for a dessert menu and the check. Everyone was nice, just inattentive. I've been here a few times over the years for various work dinners etc but I wouldn't recommend it or return. read more

Morandi - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

In Latin, the verb form "morandi" can mean something like "to better play the fool," which, coincidentally, is not an imperfect way of understanding this lackluster West Village eatery. It starts off ignominiously, when "signature" martinis are so poorly balanced and ill-crafted that they must be exchanged for more passable negronis. Grilled octopus has become a crowd pleaser around this town, but their version suffers from, in some places, anemic coloring and, in others, overbearing char. The poorly dressed and strewn greens do little to enhance the dish's bottom line. The fried mozzarella and prosciutto balls were the best dish of the night, but they weren't fried à la minute and sorely lacked a bit of flaky sea salt and a zingy acid that would bring them to the next level. The meatballs lacked any discernible flavor aside from a light beefiness and a texture that can best be described as mush. The pitifully small portion also means this ought to be an appetizer rather than a main course. The bolognese was equally uninspiring, presenting as more of an insipid meat sauce rather than a richly complex ragú. To add insult to injury, the upcharged burrata seems more rooted in profit expansion than any earnest desire to make the dish better. The staff are amiable and pleasant. The atmosphere is loud and the crowd varied. In the end, one is not sure who is playing the fool here. Is it the establishment that (hopefully) believes it is serving quality dishes? Or is it the customers spending their hard earned money on food better suited for business class lounges and speciality cruise dining? Not Recommended. read more

Updating my 2 star review to 3 because after my negative experience, the manager contacted me to ask for feedback on how they could improve the experience. Although I haven't been back, I appreciate the effort that their team put in to ensure other customers enjoy the menu items. read more

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Good coffee- nice service, ambiance on par... will stop again to try more on our next visit read more

Morandi - a cup of cappuccino on a saucer - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Morandi was a place that a friend of mine chose to go for lunch and was a great place to go for a "scene" in the village, and he was right! The place was jumping and vibrant, and he made a reservation for a table and we were able to be sat right away even though the place was packed. We tried all sorts of apps, and everything was delicious, you can see the variety in the pics. Also, even though it was packed, the service was great. Waters constantly refilled, food came out timely, everything fresh and good. Great spot if you're lookin for a place in the village! read more

Morandi - Prosciutto di Parma* / Burrata/ Risotto al Peperone Rosso e Calamari/ Meatballs - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We dined at Morandi last night on a whim and were absolutely delighted. The service was attentive and genuine and the food was delicious! Highly recommend the lemon pasta! Can't wait to go back! read more

Great Italian food in a convenient location. Menu has refreshing variety. Yeah okay there are a few "better" Italian places on both sides of 6th but I wish people would share specifics before jumping on the two star review train. I was happy with the massive amount of food I ate here. And so were the bussers, who gathered near my table to say "Mucho comida! Mucho mucho comida!" read more

The waitstaff here is excellent. They are quick, attentive and accommodating. We came here with a group of four and they were excellent in serving us. Big fan of their cocktails and non alcoholic options. A fun way to keep everyone involved and included. We had the Bread Basket, Fritto Misto Di Pesce, Fried Calamari to start before the Tomahawk steak for dinner. This is large enough for about 3 people even tho the menu says two. read more

Made reservations for a work dinner. The drinks and appetizers were delicious - highly recommend the octopus and burrata. I ordered the pea risotto and the peas were too heavy and made the dish completely pea oriented - didn't feel like there were mushrooms. The risotto was also cooked too quickly and hard. Tiramisu was delicious! read more

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World class lunch on a late balmy summer afternoon with outstanding service by Davide! Absolute Perfection! As delicious as the food was and the setting beautiful, it's the people who ultimately make the place. Fantastic employees who are gracious and so lovely is what truly makes one want to return to this fantastic place! Mille Grazie Davide! read more

I enjoyed a delicious Italian meal with friends at Morandi. lasagna was very special. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $100+ read more

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Wonderful service, great food...so what's the problem? NOISE! It was so loud we couldn't ourselves think! The table beside us turned over twice with couples leaving because of the noise. One couple asked for their food to go, the next didn't even bother to order. These lovely restaurants in the West Village are cursed by large parties of loud (drunk) kids. Beware!! read more

My wife was at Arrojo getting her do' on, afterwards we decided on Morandi to have lunch. Walking inside, its modeled after a Italian wine cellar. The exposed brick and extensive wine bar says it's another Keith McNally beautiful restaurant. My wife and I are seated in an elegant booth. Morandi gives off a different vibe from its siblings Pastis and Cherche Midi (Rest in Peace) These are open, bustling restaurants. Morandi oozes a sexy Italian vibe. It's dark and the booth seats are adorned with red leather. Molto sexy. It's Saturday afternoon and we're given brunch menus. I zero in on the Tagliatelle alla bolognese and my wife chooses a frittata special. We order two glasses of Italian wines so let the dining begin! Our wine choices are perfect, now our entrees come to us quickly. My freshly made pasta, mmmm. Perfecto. The Tagliatelle was cooked perfectly and the bolognese sauce was sooooo good. To me, its the perfect dish. My wife also enjoyed her healthy brunch meal. Once we were finished, there was a crowd outside. It's good to see New York City bouncing back. 5 star meal along with the 5 star New York City sexy vibe. read more

Morandi - Tagliatelle alla bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Loved this restaurant. The service is on point. Our waiter Francisco was incredible; Everyone was working as a team as it should be. The crowd was nice, excellent vibe. We started with a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc ( Feudi ) it was delicious. I had the Pisci Al Limone, it was excellent. My husband had the Rissotto di Mare; perfection! I'll definitely recommend it. read more

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Had a good time. Great ambience, great food, great server ice! They even gave us complementary wine for my friend's birthday. read more

Morandi - Mafalde alla Pugliese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The food was bland and not very appetizing. We ordered plenty and nothing seemed fresh. We got the mozzarella balls with prosciutto, meatballs, two Pici Al Limones, chicken to add to the pasta, and a salad. The pasta tasted like lemon cake, the chicken was hard as a rock, and overall it just lacked flavor. Otherwise, our server was very attentive and nice. The restaurant is also very beautiful save for the mini fan they had plugged up near one of the wine walls. I wouldn't return, but it was packed which means someone loved it. read more

Read many reviews that this is not the place to come if you're looking for a quiet dinner. So true! Nothing negative, just want to state the facts. When I arrived around 6:30pm, it was still relatively quiet. The low-beam, all wooden interior immediately gives off a very cozy and warm vibe. I do want to say that the tables are quite close together, so if you want some privacy regarding your conversations, Morandi might not be the spot. Definitely as the night went on, the noise level got louder and louder, and my friend and I found ourselves speaking louder too just to hear each other, despite being less than 1m across. For 2, we ordered the burrata to start, agnolotti di capesante and linguine alle vongole for mains. Though two pastas sound like a lot, the dishes were great in portion - the bowls are rather small but perfect for sharing so you can try multiple pastas. Perhaps next time I would try to be seated outside if the weather is still nice! read more

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My family was in town and craved Italian food, so we went to Morandi after seeing a couple of good reviews. We had a reservation right when it opened in the evening and the place had a great atmosphere and amazing service. However, I was a little disappointed by the food. Most of them were bland and pretty mediocre. 1. Insalata di Cavolini di Bruxelles: It was refreshing and tasty, but nothing too special about this salad. 2. Campanelle di Mare: I did really like the taste of the lemon breadcrumbs, but the saffron bell-shaped pasta was a bit too overcooked. 3. Linguine alle vongole: The pasta was a little bland, but had a lot of clams. read more

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We came here for the 3rd time. We like everything we ordered. The mushroom brochetas and squid ink pasta were really really good. read more

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Really really good! Pretty large venue and excellent serive... the waist Tess was absolutely amazing. Had the flat bread, cacio de Pepe and pumpkin pasta. All was soo good but really loved the cacio de Pepe... so so good. Definitely recommend if in the area read more

Morandi - Flat bread - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Had a lovely date night at Morandi! Service was not only friendly, but also super knowledgeable and able to help recommend both wine and food options for us, based on what we were craving. The food did not disappoint - super flavorful and generous portions. We ended up splitting two appetizers (calamari y mas & salami focaccia) and a pasta (the scallop ravioli type one). We also got some wine and split an amaro flight after dinner (highly recommend - bountiful list and perfect flight portion size for tasting and trying something new). Will be back again! read more

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the most amazing anniversary dinner ever. service was absolutely top notch will be coming back every time we are in the city !!

Absolutely the BEST service, the BEST food, the BEST location. Everything was absolutely divine!!!!! When you go ask for Antonio as your server he is such a delight & Alan was a really great busboy!!!! Will definitely be back and will recommend! read more

This is the week of "Is it better than Crispo?" As we try a ton of downtown Italian restaurants and wonder, are they better than the Italian spot Crispo on 14th? Which has now become our favorite. This one, along with Piccola Cucina in SoHo, our first two stops, have not topped Crispo. This one is solid and convenient with generous outdoor seating and delicious fluffy bread, but I feel like I don't need to come back for a while. The burrata is deliciously creamy, dotted with sweet pomegranates, but for $20 I still wouldn't get it again. The cacio e Pepe is creamy and the pasta thick and good, but not crazy flavorful or exciting, and a little dull after a while. I definitely wouldn't get the homemade gnocchi with porcini mushrooms again, which was way too mushroom heavy with the sauce, though the gnocchi itself were deliciously pillowy. read more

Morandi - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The food was terrible and the waitress was very rude. After telling her we were both vegan it got worse. She tired to compare gluten free to plant based food. The soup was terrible as was the pasta. And it costs us $93.00. Won't go back. read more

The food here is fine. Not bad, just... meh. None of the dishes will knock your socks off. I suspect this place is popular because of the lovely ambiance -- spacious (compared to typically cramped Manhattan restaurants) with beautiful brick arches, amber lighting, and rustic bottles of oil lining the walls. Seems like an easy place to bring the kids or meet up with friends, but there is definitely better Italian food in the neighborhood. read more

Great service, cozy and welcoming ambiance and atmosphere. Good Italian for what it is, (not super pricey/luxurious) well curated menu and delicious flavor pairings. Loved everything we ordered & staff was accommodating to a dietary restriction read more

Morandi - "Sea bells" - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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This place has great ambiance and service with some really good food. Everything we had was perfectly cooked and appetizing. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

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This restaurant is located in the West Village, a very nice neighbourhood to explore. The food was great and service was friendly. We enjoyed the Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese and the Mafalde Alla Pugliese, and had the Focaccia Speck e Pere to start as an appetizer. read more

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