Mario Batali was a highly influential American chef, restaurateur, author, and television personality, widely credited with popularizing authentic and rustic Italian cuisine in the United States. He was a co-founder...
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Staff was wonderful - super friendly and helpful. And as a solo diner I was made to feel especially welcome which I always appreciate. The ambiance/vibe is a little too old school/corporate for me but I'm sure this is going to be a very popular spot for business/client dinners etc. I ordered the fish crudo (3 types), the vongole pasta, the zabaglioni and I had two glasses of wine. It was good but not remarkable. The highlight for me was the cheese served with the bread at the start of the meal. I believe it was mascarpone and it was absolutely scrumptious.
really good, classic italian food. the pastas were all excellent. the black spaghetti was our favorite. the crab pasta had a surprising sour tinge to it. the crudos were great, very fresh.
the chocolate olive oil cake was interesting, had a distinct oily taste from how usual olive oil cakes are.
The atmosphere here is elegant and sophisticated — exactly what you’d hope for from a restaurant of this caliber. The olive oil ice cream was a standout: creative, unique, and genuinely delicious.
The pasta was also well-executed and satisfying.
That said, three stars — and here’s why: the hostess who seated us was remarkably unfriendly. Not a single smile, no warmth, no basic courtesy throughout the entire interaction.
For a restaurant at this level, that kind of coldness from the first person you encounter sets the wrong tone entirely. If management allows this to continue, it will tarnish the reputation this place has worked hard to build.
We were so sad when it closed down and we are so happy now that it has reopened. What a fantastic staff. Dimitrios, Paul, and Tizzie are the absolute greatest. So is everyone else there for that matter. The recipes have changed a little, but they’re still great. And they have options that are hard to find in other restaurants like the lambs toungue, vitello tonatto, and sweetbreads. Osso buco is excellent. You just basically can’t go wrong. Definitely get a reservation. They open at five. You can even bring your dog.
Back again a couple of years later and received a warm welcome from everyone. Absolutely delicious as usual, and I will post some photos this time.
One of the best Italian restaurants in NYC! World class handmade pastas made with precision and expertise. Legendary chef Mark Ladner at the helm. Flawless service and beautiful charming ambiance. A must go to restaurant.
