Il Bagatto
(212) 228-3703
192 E 2ND St
New York,
NY
10009
40.7224
-73.9839
Neighborhoods: Alphabet City, East Village, Downtown
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In Short
The subterranean area is darker and quieter than its ground floor counterpart, which boasts open windows during warmer months, but both levels have appeal to cooing couples. Perhaps as a result of its East Village location, the atmosphere is romantic without feeling overly intimate. Go on a first date, or with family and friends, but make a reservation, because solid Italian food at fair prices make for a constantly crowded restaurant. The menu runs the gamut from grilled calamari to homemade pappardelle and gorgeously braised meats, in addition to a plethora of scrumptious specials listed by the competent wait staff.
User Reviews
kateimurray
March 11, 2009
Really good food. Nice wine list. Great table service (only draw back was there was a hair on my plate near my food... didn't complain because it wasn't touching and the food tasted really good an I didn't want to wait for another meal). Great place for a intimate date. Just don't dress too casual (made the mistake of wearing a hoodie).
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keanbmcd
February 14, 2009
First of all - whoever disagreed with the bad reviews clearly has not had the "true" Il Bagatto experience. My Girlfriend and I came for V-day after 2 good experiences in recent years. Menu was drastically different and over-priced. After an inexplicably poor antipasto that contained neither meat nor cheese, my girlfriend was given a 3-hour-old $19 plate of tomato and cheese pasta which was mush to a chef-boyardee extent. When sent back, we were accosted by the manager, who not only told us the pasta was fine, that his wife was from Rome so it couldn?t be bad, and that I was a p*ssy for not telling my girlfriend who was ?wrong? to shut up with her complaints. He then kicked us out. On the way out, he tried to physically fight me. On the whole, the food was inedible, the menu inexcusable, the manager/owner, the worst in New York. As a non-confrontational person, I was glad to see that the last 5 reviews are almost identical to this one. This restaurant should be avoided at all costs.
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janedoe2000
February 02, 2009
I have been coming to this restaurant on and off for the last 5 years. When ever I leave New York its the first place I wanna go to when I get back in town. I have read the negative reviews and I am shocked. I honestly believe that those who had a horrible experience here are very "special" people. At least in their own minds. Even the negative reviews could NOT say anything bad about the food. The food it AMAZING! If you chooses to eat out on a friday and/or saturday night and can not wait to be seated then maybe you should go somewhere else. i really don't believe that the management/owners don't wanna feed you and if your table ISN'T ready then do you suggest they ask people to hurry up so YOU can sit down? Well, I have been there and have been asked after finishing my meal if I wouldn't mind moving to the bar downstairs to finish my bottle of wine. We HAD been sitting for a while just enjoying ourselves. I didn't think it rude at all. He even offered us after dinner drinks. He went out of his way to please both parties. Some of you people are just spoiled brats and need to stop looking for someone to kiss your BUTT. No the customer is NOT always right. But the food is always deliscious. When you go out to eat and enjoy yourself, just do that! Enjoy yourself. the waitstaff was Very attentive, the music was fun and the bartender kept us entertained while we waited for our table. Treat people how YOU would want to be treated. If you walk in with a bad attitude anywhere you will definately have a bad experience.
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The Extras:
If you're in the mood for a lighter meal or just a glass of wine, check out the place next door--il Posto Accanto--which is run by the same owners.
The Extras:
If you're in the mood for a lighter meal or just a glass of wine, check out the place next door--Il Posto Accanto--which is run by the same owners.
When to Go:
Arrive early so you can sit at the bar downstairs for a drink.
Know Before You Go:
A DJ plays a mix of music for patrons on most weekend nights and some weeknights too.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Group Dining, Food Delivery
