ItalianSeafoodCafeLocal ModernVegan-friendlyModerateLunchDinnerCasualWine Bar
Last updated: 8/27/2026, 3:31:08 AM
Key Information
Tra Di Noi is an authentic Italian trattoria located near Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, known for its warm, family-like atmosphere and old-school charm, complete with red checkered tablecloths. The restaurant focuses on carefully crafted, homemade dishes rather than mass-produced portions, offering a genuine taste of Italy. It is recognized by the MICHELIN Guide and is a popular spot for both lunch and dinner.
Customer Perception
Customers consistently praise Tra Di Noi for its authentic Italian food, often describing it as delicious and prepared with care and passion. The welcoming hospitality, particularly from Chef Marco, and the attentive, knowledgeable staff are frequently highlighted. The cozy, nostalgic, old-world ambiance is also a significant draw. While most reviews are highly positive, some minor criticisms include occasional blandness in certain sauces or calamari being fried a bit too hard. One review mentioned an experience with a rushed waitress, but overall, the service is well-regarded.
Additional Details
Tra Di Noi is proudly owned and operated by real Italians, contributing to its authentic culinary experience. The restaurant offers a selection of beer and wine, but no non-alcoholic beer.
Vegetarian options (e.g., Insalata Di Casa, Pasta with Marinara)Seafood options
Best Times to Visit
The restaurant is suitable for both lunch and dinner, offering a great experience for a quick meal or a leisurely evening. Its cozy nature suggests it might be more intimate during off-peak hours, but it's generally well-regarded at any operational time.
One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! Chef Marco welcomed us like family and made us feel completely at home from the moment we arrived. This is such an authentic Italian restaurant, and every dish is prepared with care and passion—you can truly taste the love in every bite. I can’t wait to come back! For a few hours I forgot to live in America and I thought to be back in Italy with my family!
We were deciding where to have lunch and passed by Tra Di Noi and noticed the several Michelin guide stickers and other distinctions so we came in and there were not wrong.
Amazing food from start to finish. We had the Burrata as a starter and the pork chop and striped bass for mains. They were all perfectly prepared with amazing sauces. Added a pasta with marinara perfectly cooked. The staff was very attentive and the restaurant has that old-world feeling that makes it inviting. Perfect place away from the tourist traps.
5
We go down to Arthur Ave for dinner from time to time and always like to try a new place.
Tonight we decided on Tra Di Noi.
It's on 187th street around the corner from Arthur Ave.
The restaurant is small and cozy and has the old school Italian restaurant red checkered table cloths.
We were greeted warmly by the hostess and seated at table against the wall in the dining Area. The table had salt, pepper, bread dishes, utensil set ups with a napkin and an olive oil bottle.
A waiter came over and explained the specials to us and took out drink order. The waiter then brought us bread and water to start. They only have beer and wine and I asked for a non alcoholic beer but they don't serve it.
The menu is small but has something for everyone and the specials more than make up for the smaller size menu.
We ordered fried calamari and a mussels special for the appetizers.
The calamari was ok. It was fried a little harder then I like but it was a nice size for 2 people and came with tubes and baby octopus. The Marinara with it was a little bland for my taste.
The mussels in white wine appetizer was fantastic and a great portion.
For the entree we had an order of the pork chop with vinegar peppers specials and a rigatoni special.
Both entrees were delicious and they came with a small plate of fingerling potatoes and string beans that were nicely sauteed with garlic and oil.
We split a piece of homemade Italian cheesecake and I had an espresso and both were absolutely delicious.
The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and attentive. The waiter came by and offered us more bread which a lot of places dont do.
This is a real Italian restaurant owned and operated by real Italians which is something that is hard to come by these days in the Italian restaurant business.
The food is as close to homemade as you can get.
It's not mass produced so you are not going to get heaping portions like you may get in other places but what you do get is a dish that is crafted with care to be as authentic as possible.
The restaurant is quiant and cozy and is staffed by friendly people.
We left the restaurant happy and you will as well.
5
Delicious and totally legit – I could eat here every day. The waitstaff are extremely attentive and knowledgeable. The old-school tablecloths and classic tunes create the perfect nostalgic vibe. Easy to hold a conversation, and overall a great experience every time. Whether you’re popping in for a quick lunch or kicking back for a chill dinner, Tra Di Noi always hits the spot. Totally worth it.
3
July 9th 2026. Had dinner with my husband, son and a friend. The food was very good, but the waitress, a heavy blonde was awful. We had two bottles of wine, appetizers, entres and dessert. She pushed us to order, taking the food away, etc. She was super annoying. We were there to have a leisurely delicious dinner and she was acting as if there was a line out the door waiting to get in. Trying to get our order before we even had gotten our wine.
