I came on a whim because I wanted wood fire pizza, and I was near the museum of natural history. I was not disappointed. The pizza was delicious, as was the burrata. I was surprised the overall ratings for Pappardella were below 4 stars. I read through the other reviews, and it seems that your overall satisfaction here comes down to what you order. Maybe the restaurant is inconsistent. The gluten free options seemed to be lambasted. But, the pizza and the burrata, folks - you won't be disappointed. Others complained about the price, but maybe they were tourists or something. What do you expect? The one thing I will agree with reviews of un-stellar stars (ROUS - a princess bride Easter egg for fans of the film) would be the service. Our server was more than formidable. But getting seated was more of an issue than I've ever experienced. I couldn't tell if the host, who appeared to be the manager, was finding us a table, ignoring us, or tending to another issue. They seemed short staff, and a waitress wound up seating another party of two before us, because she seemed confused by his directives as well. Whatever. We got a table. We got a pizza. We got on with our lives. This restaurant wouldn't be the reason I come to the UWS, but I would return under the same conditions that brought me their the burst time. read more

My friend from out of town and I came here for a nice dinner after walking all around Central Park. Upon entering, the place looked familiar and I recalled that I purchased a picnic package for two here last summer. The picnic package was quite wonderful and included Italian bread, olive oil and cheese platter, 2 different types of panini, basil pesto pasta salad, fresh fruit, salted caramel cookies, as well as sparkling water! The interior is lovely with a warm, comforting feel. White / brick walls, black and white photography of places in Italy, wood chairs, white tablecloths and old fashioned bar area in the back. We were seated towards the center of the restaurant and it felt like an intimate space. We were served complimentary bread with olive oil and vinegar. The bread was soft, warm and tasty. I was trying to decide between the pasta and a chicken dish. Finally, I went for grilled organic chicken breast, which was served with orzo, zucchini, cherry tomato, feta cheese, all in a lemon parsley sauce and grilled green onion on the side. The chicken was cooked to a slight crisp and was tender, however, there could have been more flavor. I enjoyed the accompanying orzo mixed with veggies and feta cheese. The flavor of the lemon and herby spices really shone through. My friend ordered the Pappardelle Buttera, consisting of sweet and spicy sausage, sweet green peas, sage, and vodka sauce. I was really impressed by this. The pasta was perfectly al dente, the sausage was deliciously hearty, juicy and succulent - plus there was plenty of it! That sauce was incredibly aromatic and flavorful. The service was great throughout. Our waiter was friendly, kind and made sure we were taken care of. This is truly a classy and inviting place to have a meal especially after a long walk through Central Park. Prices are on par with other restaurants in the area - Most entrees cost between $20-35. I would definitely return for the pasta! read more

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Can't go wrong with anything u order! The pappardelle with white truffle + mushrooms was so good! Chewiest noodles and strong truffle taste & the calamari was so fresh but the pesto asparagus with melted mozz was insane. read more

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I never leave reviews, but this place is incredible. It has a cozy environment and the food tastes like a warm hug from your mom. Service is also top notch! read more

Had brunch at pappardella on 75th and columbus today. We ordered way too much but everything was excellent. The giant meatball was perfect, kale salad w beets was really good... we shared waffles, pasta and avocado toast all slamming and a chicken sandwich was great too. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Pappardella - Front of restaurant - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Pappardella is an Italian restaurant that opened in Manhattan, New York in 1983. It was founded by restaurateur Vijay Gupta. The restaurant specializes in Tuscan cuisine and was the first Northern Italian restaurant to open in the Upper West Side. The name is a reference to pappardelle pasta. The restaurant quickly established itself as one of the finest Italian eateries in New York City and attracted a loyal following over the years. Some of the menu items include housemade pasta dishes, artisanal pizzas, seafood and meat entrees, and various appetizers and sides. Today Pappardella is owned by Gupta's son Sid Gupta and Marion Maur: both seasoned restaurateurs. I visited Pappardella for the first time this past weekend. My wife and I were visiting her sister who happens to live in NYC. Instead of pasta or pizza, we were actually there for their Weekend Brunch menu. The interior of the restaurant was really cool! There were several framed pictures of sites in Tuscany and there were wine bottles everywhere! It reminded my wife and me of our stay in Tuscany during our honeymoon. For our unlimited drinks, we decided to get both Bellinis and White Sangria. For our entrees, my sister-in-law had the Brioche French Toast, my wife had the Farmers Omelet with a side of Sausage, and I had the 'Egg'plant Parmigiana Shakshuka with a side of Sausage. My sister-in-law loved her French Toast which came with Blackberry Compote and Whipped Ricotta. My wife's omelet was filled with tomatoes, baby spinach, and ricotta and it tasted so fresh. I absolutely LOVED my plate! First off, Eggplant Parmigiana and Shakshuka are two of my favorite dishes, so combining them was just brilliant! We had a fantastic time at Pappardella and we'll definitely be back to try some of their housemade pasta! read more

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The food here is great. You can tell it was all made fresh to order. The lasagna is by far the most delicious I've had in a restaurant. I highly recommend this place. It's been a neighborhood staple since 1983!! read more

What a great hidden gem! Pappardella offers classic Italian dishes with delicious flavors and excellent cocktails. This is the perfect spot to sit outside, enjoy your linguine and clams, and people-watch as you pass the night away. read more

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My order was on time, I ordered two of the my favorites dishes spaghetti carbonara and riviera salad both so delicious like always. I love this restaurant, excellent food and service. read more

I never leave a review but this place was unmatched! The service and the food was unbelievable I am so happy to have dined here. Marion was an amazing hostess getting us exactly what we needed and my tastebuds have never been so satisfied. I will absolutely be coming back! read more

Visited this old school Italian American neighborhood gem before a show at the Bacon Theater. It was a Saturday night so the restaurant was busy and buzzing when we arrived. We asked our server for a few recommendations as we sipped on delicious house specialty cocktails, and we were not disappointed. For starters, we shared a Margarita Pizza made with burrata cheese (unique), and to our surprise, it came out as a flatbread (reminded me of pizzerias in Rome) perfect for an app. We took our server's recommendations and tried the two dishes named after the restaurant, the Pappardelle butter and the Pappardelle Funghi. They were perfectly cooked and delicious. Unfortunately, we ran out of time for dessert but so looking forward to being back and trying so many more dishes on this lovely extensive menu. Grazia for making our experience memorable. read more

Pappardella is a classic neighborhood restaurant with great Italian food and reasonably priced . We had their fried Burrata and mussels for appetizer . For dinner I had their special of the day, which was Osso buco and my friend thad their house Pappardella pasta with mushrooms . Our dinner was , so delicious that we decided to have their homemade tiramisu as well . Food was outstanding and the staff kind and attentive! Definitely recommended to visit and have a great Italian dinner . read more

The pizza was honestly amazing, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and the sauce had the perfect mix of sweet and tangy. You could really taste how fresh the ingredients were. The service was just as good. Everyone was super friendly and made us feel welcome right away. They were quick, attentive, and checked in without being overbearing. And the vibe? Perfect. The whole place had this warm, Italian feel, cozy lighting, rustic decor, and classic Italian music in the background. It really felt like we were sitting in a little café in Italy. read more

Restaurant was able to make a bad experience great. I ordered delivery from here via UberEats who did not bring the correct items and refused to refund me. When I called the restaurant to explain the wonderful manager offered me a gift card for the amount I was charged to come visit them in person. The items I did receive were good and I am looking forward to returning to try more gluten free items on the menu. read more

Super cute place with great food! Stopped here after a visit to the Museum of Natural History. Food was excellent, for three of us it was about $100 -- not bad for the city! Service was great, nice staff! Would recommend! Smallish portions for price, but not unreasonable. read more

Came here because one of the places I could get gluten free pasta. I had a lengthy conversation on both the phone and with my waiter. I wanted to make sure the Pappardelle was gluten free and resounding yeses and yeses that I was getting pappardelle. I was so excited to get a pappardelle noodle that was gluten free. Then my thirty dollar dish arrived and it was not pappardelle. It was a rigatoni noodle and not fresh pasta. It has to have been boxed. It pay have been another brand than barilla but it tasted just like boxes barilla pasta which was really disappointing coming from a place as lovely as this. The sauce was perfect. But the restaurant was a disappointment because I got something I feel I could've made at home. We also get bread at the table complementary and he asked if I wanted gluten free and so I was again excited. Until my bill came. He didn't tell me I'd be charged an extra $8. I'm just so surprised by the whole thing. Inform your customers if there is a charge for an item that would usually be free or if there is an up charge for different options. Marc D was the waiter according to my bill. Not sure if that was my guy for sure or not. The waiter was very nice but just maybe not knowing the way things worked. In know this place would've been excellent if we didn't have medical issues that required special attention. But there was a disconnect Indoors was louder and busier than outdoor tent. Tent only holds about four tables or so. read more

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Food was superb. Was able to eat a gluten free & vegan meal with complete confidence -- there was a gluten free menu and our server was ready to help and explain changes! An incredibly special spot with a great feel, any time of day. The restaurant feels incredibly expensive (in the best way!) with incredibly reasonable prices. Can't wait to come by on my next trip to New York! read more

Delicious food every time. The friendliest staff. One of the gems of the UWS! Our go-to!

Food here is soo yum and authentic. The appetizers are so yum, we had burrata and it was perfect. I ordered Pasta Carbonara and it was chefs kiss. The waiter was amazing, friendly and full of knowledge. I'd def go back again! read more

We had a wonderful meal here while sitting outside and watching people pass by on Columbus Ave. The staff were hospitable, kind and efficient. We will return for sure. read more

Solid neighborhood Italian eatery. Pappardelle Funghi e Tartufo ($25 mushroom/truffle pasta) - The earthiness was extraordinary. They don't skimp on the truffle flavor or the interesting mushrooms. I'm no fungus expert, but there were probably crimini, porcini chanterelle, shiitake (maybe...?)... The pasta was the perfect texture too, definitely a deserving namesake. Agnello alla Griglia ($35 rack of lamb, milanese risotto) - High-quality lamb. We got six ribs total, which is, needless to say, a gigantic portion. The risotto was interesting! Heavy on the saffron and other spices. The texture suffered a little from takeout. All the lamb sauce also ended soaked up by the rice, but then it tasted extra good! I think they overestimated the wait time so our food tasted like it languished on the counter for a hot second. We would've appreciated an alert. read more

Will return for the rustic atmosphere but the food is a little bland. Very good service. Good bread. Olive oil and balsamic yummy. The seafood spaghetti (Frutti) eggplant parmigiana and home made gnocchi are well presented but could be a bit tastier? After a long walk in the Central Park, this is a good place to rest up. read more

Pappardella is a gorgeous authentic Italian eatery on the Upper West Side, and has now become my go-to pasta stop! I went for the first time, and was glad to hear that the seafood is always prepared fresh, as our calamari and shrimp dishes were to die for. The pasta itself was cooked to perfection, and came with a generous helping of parmasean on top. We only went for lunch, but noticed that the wine list seemed extensive and well suited to the variety of sauces and dishes. Lovely and attentive staff made the experience wonderful, and I was honestly taken back by how reasonable the prices were. Hand made pasta and fresh seafood for under 100 USD in the UWS is pretty rare. Instant classic, 10 out of 10 stars, and our compliments to the hardworking chefs! read more

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Had a 7:30 reservation and wasn't seated until 7:53. Things happen and my party was understanding, but no apologies were made by the staff and the manager/owner was incredibly rude to us. If it was my choice, we would've left. I want to be clear, our waitress was a sweetheart and incredibly attentive, but as stated before, the manager/owner was quite frankly mean and dismissive. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. read more

In an ode to Seinfeld, I came to Pappardella to break up. One fabulous tiramisu and a tall lemonade later, I was back in love. Tiramisu was light a fluffy, not soggy at all. I went around 3PM. Lemonade was a bit too sweet for my taste. read more

Pappardella - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Excellent meal. The Branzino was delicious, very large fish, so tasty and, the gluten free pesto pasta was very yummy. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Came here for a dinner before the show at the Beacon Theater. I was seated right away even though my whole party wasn't there yet. It took a while for the waiter to come by, but eventually everyone was very attentive. We all decided to share three different dishes, so we got to try different things. The pasta with mussels was my favorite. I'll be back to try others. read more

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Came here for brunch with my brother after purchasing a $39 bottomless brunch deal on Pulsd. We werw intriguied by the menu and the location was convenient. Ordered the Avocado Toast with a side of Rosemary Potatoes, my brother had the Hanger Steak and Eggs which also came with the potatoes and he ordered a side of bacon. We ordered sides and understood there was an upcharge for the chicken and the steak and eggs so we paid an addition $26 which included tax...not bad. Food was actually quite delicious and was fresh and flavorful. Mimosas and Bellini's were both tasty Why the 4 stars you ask? The staff here is very meh I didn't exactly feel welcome here at all by both waiters we encountered. Would I return? Probably not which sucks because the food is awesome. read more

Pappardella - Avocado Toast w Grilled Chicken and a side of Roasted Rosemary Potatoes - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Our dinner there this week was fantastic! Still talking about the salmon over spinach and the salads and bruscetta. But food aside, Marion, the owner/mgr. is a special person - so engaged, delighted to help, gracious and ran her establishment with such ease. Going out to eat is now than the food on your plate. There's seating and plating and hiring the right busboys and waitors. It's handling a crowd when the unexpected happens. It's bringing an extra glass of ice when you need it. The food, yes, it's good. But it's all the other bits that make this special place our favorite spot on the upper west side. Kudos to hanging on there during the pandemic and keeping us sane in the insanity. read more

Pappardella - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Best pasta on the upper west side. Great food and excellent service, perfect for dates or visiting fam

We were very pleased with the meal and the treatment at this lovely Italian restaurant. We were celebrating my daughter's wedding, and the manager and staff couldn't have been more nice and accommodating. The food was delicious, well portioned, and their sangria was great! looking forward to coming back! read more

We stopped in Pappardella starving after a day at the museum, it was in between lunch and dinner and it was still pretty busy. We were sat right away, we decided to eat outside in their tented area, it was so pretty and really romantic. They give bread and olive oil infused with rosemary and that was delicious, we also ordered garlic bread because we were starving, the garlic bread was great but their sauce that they give you to dip it in is so delicious. It tastes just like my nanny used to make it, it's absolutely delicious! We ordered chicken parm and rigatoni bolognese both absolutely delicious, again the sauce so delicious! I wish I would have snapped pictures but again so hungry. read more

Very good traditional Italian cuisine with excellent housemade pastas. Our starters were tasty, the service attentive, and the mains very flavorful. Very happy with this neighborhood find. read more

One of the BEST chicken cutlets I've ever had. Waitress was attentive and perfect pour of Chardonnay. Definitely a plus. Cute place too. read more

Pappardella - Cute outdoor seating. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Hidden gem for gluten free folks in NYC! They have a huge gluten free menu, and the food does not disappoint! My favorites were the funghi pasta and pan fried burrata (both gf)!!! I wish I was hungry enough to order dessert. Will be returning to try more of the menu! read more

Pappardella - GF funghi pasta - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Food came cold and then I found this!?! A freaking rock! Called the restaurant to ask for a refund and got sent to vm. SMH read more

Pappardella - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Lovely outdoor seating area with social distancing and heat lamps. There are nice lights and plants as well! They have a big gluten-free menu which was great. We ordered Grilled salmon, Branzino, pasta and a gluten free pizza! Everything was great loved our meal (: read more

I ordered a pizza that was not exactly on the menu. I didn't want any tomatoes or tomato sauce, what they call in Italy pizza bianca. They added mozzarella and then I asked for an entire forest of arugula covering the entire pizza. It was fantastic. read more

Pappardella - Pizza Bianca con arugula - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

All of the food was amazing and almost anything can be made gluten free! Not sure why they are only 3.5 stars as we had great food and service! The chicken Parmesan was my favorite but the GF pizza was also awesome, I can't say enough how good our meal was, we will definitely return! read more

Came here on a Pulsd voucher for bottomless. We got sangrias and brunch dishes -- the sangria was amazing, as were the brunch foods. We sat outside with a 20lb dog and they were really friendly about that too :) read more

Pappardella - mushroom toast and eggs benedict - Italian Near Me - New York, New York