| ambiance |
91.66999816894531% positive |
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The atmosphere is so elegant which is only further complimented by the courteous and knowledgeable waitstaff. ”
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The ambiance was very romantic and the service was superb. ”
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The reason why I think Barolo is the best Italian in NYC is because they have the best combination of great food /wine list with an expansive, elegant , understated ambiance. ”
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expected something fantastic, given the excellent location and usually discerning Euro-clientele. ”
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The decor here is very intimate and relaxing, the food was impeccable and the wine list was very extensive. ”
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This place has a definite romantic candlit cozy feeling. ”
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Incredible location, but overpriced and mediocre ”
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The location is perfect, the garden is beautiful and all of the food is authentic. ”
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| dessert |
50.0% positive |
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For dessert, a flourless chocolate cake was exceedingly dry and not very chocolate-y; a pistachio torte was also dry and lacked any flavor resembling pistachio. ”
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However the hostess completely ignored us, we waited 40 min at the bar (even with reservation), our waitress was incredibly uninterested in us (never even offered dessert menus) and the somelier could have taken a look at the label before he made a mistak ”
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| drinks |
94.11999702453613% positive |
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am a true connoisseur of fine wines and I must say that Barolo has one of the best wine lists in all of New York. ”
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The decor here is very intimate and relaxing, the food was impeccable and the wine list was very extensive. ”
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Whenever I'm in the mood for a good Italian meal and a glass of wine, Barolo is the place to go. ”
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We all enjoyed our meals while drinking some great wine. ”
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come here for their fabulous wines all the time. ”
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Food was fantastic and wine list formidable (but Renzo the Sommelier guided us through it and helped us make selections). ”
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The sommelier was also very friendly and he brought out the extended wine list for us, which had over 1000 choices! ”
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Some of our favorite dishes were the "carne all'albese"; (beef tartare) the spinach salad with mixed berries and blue cheese; the linguine with pesto, stringbeans and potatoes; (a Genovese specialty) the filet mignon with Barolo wine sauce, and the comple ”
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The staff was very attentive, the food was great and the wine list was impressive! ”
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I've also had some private parties there with family - excellent wine food and service. ”
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great wine! ”
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He then looked at us, turned away and continued to enjoy his wine. ”
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The reason why I think Barolo is the best Italian in NYC is because they have the best combination of great food /wine list with an expansive, elegant , understated ambiance. ”
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However the hostess completely ignored us, we waited 40 min at the bar (even with reservation), our waitress was incredibly uninterested in us (never even offered dessert menus) and the somelier could have taken a look at the label before he made a mistak ”
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Not only do they have amazing wines but amazing food as well. ”
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It can also just be the best place for an happy hour drink or late cap (I live nearby). ”
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After our disappointing meal and terrible service we asked to speak to the manager (who was sitting alone having a glass of wine) when we were told he was too busy to speak to us! ”
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| food quality |
81.61999702453613% positive |
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Some of our favorite dishes were the "carne all'albese"; (beef tartare) the spinach salad with mixed berries and blue cheese; the linguine with pesto, stringbeans and potatoes; (a Genovese specialty) the filet mignon with Barolo wine sauce, and the comple ”
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Great meal at Barolo! ”
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I've also had some private parties there with family - excellent wine food and service. ”
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The location is perfect, the garden is beautiful and all of the food is authentic. ”
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amazing food! ”
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Bottom line the food isn't great and I have had better service at Burger King. ”
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The reason why I think Barolo is the best Italian in NYC is because they have the best combination of great food /wine list with an expansive, elegant , understated ambiance. ”
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Yesterday I stopped in for a quick lunch and asked the very nice bartender if they could make me their mixed green salad but with grilled chicken. ”
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The stew was the best of those ordered; tender chunks of beef, carrots, etc., in a midly spicy Italian sauce but the other dishes were not particularly distinctive or distinguished. ”
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Not only do they have amazing wines but amazing food as well. ”
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Loved the outdoor garden but thought the food was pretty expensive for what it was. ”
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The food was excellent, right down to the cocoa fettucine with black truffles and porccinni mushrooms. ”
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If you want good service and a classy meal definatly go to Barolo. ”
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The decor here is very intimate and relaxing, the food was impeccable and the wine list was very extensive. ”
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OK, so my mother is from Genoa and is an awesome cook, so I'm always comparing Northern Italian food to hers, which is, obviously, the real deal. ”
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Hey, the food is good. ”
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Whenever I'm in the mood for a good Italian meal and a glass of wine, Barolo is the place to go. ”
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The staff was very attentive, the food was great and the wine list was impressive! ”
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There are hundreds of better places with good food and nice servers! ”
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Would make a good place to take a date except the food and service wasn't that great. ”
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Service started out (and ended) without any greeting or warmth and, while it was efficient, did nothing to personalize the meal and make Barolo a pleasant experience. ”
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Not the best food ever, but really, good tasting food. ”
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What's NYC without a perfect Italian meal? ”
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Every dish we ordered was enjoyed immensely and the risotto with Barolo sauce and grapes was divine. ”
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They are hurting because their food and service is horrible. ”
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And the dish was expensive also. ”
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we were seated right away, food was brought promptly, waiters pleasant and efficient. ”
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very pretty place with C+ food. ”
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My 'salad' arrived with a big pounded chicken breast and about 3 bites worth of salad. ”
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The price was great and the food was abundant and delicious! ”
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The food was nothing great, and although the room was sort of pretty, it was filled with the kind of B&T trash you try to avoid on weekends. ”
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highly recommend the pasta--it's homemade and absolutely delicious. ”
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Try the antipasto and all of their fresh vegetables. ”
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Great Italian food ”
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Unfortunately the food is is borderline mediorcre and not worth the staff attitude and poor service. ”
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Barolo has authentic northern Italian food. ”
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After our disappointing meal and terrible service we asked to speak to the manager (who was sitting alone having a glass of wine) when we were told he was too busy to speak to us! ”
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It was so simple but some of the most delicious pasta I have ever had! ”
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The bread was cold also. ”
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| menu variety |
100.0% positive |
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The decor here is very intimate and relaxing, the food was impeccable and the wine list was very extensive. ”
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The sommelier was also very friendly and he brought out the extended wine list for us, which had over 1000 choices! ”
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However the hostess completely ignored us, we waited 40 min at the bar (even with reservation), our waitress was incredibly uninterested in us (never even offered dessert menus) and the somelier could have taken a look at the label before he made a mistak ”
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Food was fantastic and wine list formidable (but Renzo the Sommelier guided us through it and helped us make selections). ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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It can also just be the best place for an happy hour drink or late cap (I live nearby). ”
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Would make a good place to take a date except the food and service wasn't that great. ”
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In my opinion it is the best italian restaurant you can imagine, even better than the ones you usually find in Italy! ”
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Whenever I'm in the mood for a good Italian meal and a glass of wine, Barolo is the place to go. ”
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The one huge mistake that this excuse for a nice restaurant failed to acknowledge is the power of the pen and the mouth. ”
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| return potential |
100.0% positive |
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Some of our favorite dishes were the "carne all'albese"; (beef tartare) the spinach salad with mixed berries and blue cheese; the linguine with pesto, stringbeans and potatoes; (a Genovese specialty) the filet mignon with Barolo wine sauce, and the comple ”
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We loved Barolo and will be back to dine all winter. ”
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Their beautiful garden is opening next week and I will definitely be back- can't wait! ”
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Unfortunately it was too cold for us to sit outside on the huge terrace last night, but we will definitely be back as soon as it gets warm enough. ”
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| service |
78.26000213623047% positive |
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I've also had some private parties there with family - excellent wine food and service. ”
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Yesterday I stopped in for a quick lunch and asked the very nice bartender if they could make me their mixed green salad but with grilled chicken. ”
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Unfortunately the food is is borderline mediorcre and not worth the staff attitude and poor service. ”
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After our disappointing meal and terrible service we asked to speak to the manager (who was sitting alone having a glass of wine) when we were told he was too busy to speak to us! ”
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The place was packed, but we were seated very quickly and the service was superb! ”
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Bottom line the food isn't great and I have had better service at Burger King. ”
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We had an immensely enjoyable evening and from the Manager down to the busboy, staff were friendly and efficient. ”
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Barolo is a beautiful restaurant serving beautiful people. ”
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we were seated right away, food was brought promptly, waiters pleasant and efficient. ”
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great service! ”
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However the hostess completely ignored us, we waited 40 min at the bar (even with reservation), our waitress was incredibly uninterested in us (never even offered dessert menus) and the somelier could have taken a look at the label before he made a mistak ”
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There are hundreds of better places with good food and nice servers! ”
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The staff was very attentive, the food was great and the wine list was impressive! ”
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Would make a good place to take a date except the food and service wasn't that great. ”
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The ambiance was very romantic and the service was superb. ”
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They are hurting because their food and service is horrible. ”
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and the service, which all these reviews complained about, was excellent. ”
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If you want good service and a classy meal definatly go to Barolo. ”
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Service was friendly and efficient. ”
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The sommelier was also very friendly and he brought out the extended wine list for us, which had over 1000 choices! ”
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Honestly, if you wanted to make your patrons happy and you want to encourage people to have their celebrations at your restaurant you would figure out a way to do this. ”
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Our bartender was friendly and served us well. ”
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thought it might be that I just wasn't their kind, until I read the other reviews about the bad service. ”
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| value |
63.33000183105469% positive |
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Unfortunately it was too cold for us to sit outside on the huge terrace last night, but we will definitely be back as soon as it gets warm enough. ”
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The price was great and the food was abundant and delicious! ”
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In particular, the Halibut special was dry, banal and totally overpriced. ”
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very pricey, but a really great pick for a ni. ”
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Unfortunately the food is is borderline mediorcre and not worth the staff attitude and poor service. ”
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And the dish was expensive also. ”
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My 'salad' arrived with a big pounded chicken breast and about 3 bites worth of salad. ”
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Loved the outdoor garden but thought the food was pretty expensive for what it was. ”
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The one huge mistake that this excuse for a nice restaurant failed to acknowledge is the power of the pen and the mouth. ”
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Incredible location, but overpriced and mediocre ”
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| wait time |
100.0% positive |
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Some of our favorite dishes were the "carne all'albese"; (beef tartare) the spinach salad with mixed berries and blue cheese; the linguine with pesto, stringbeans and potatoes; (a Genovese specialty) the filet mignon with Barolo wine sauce, and the comple ”
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Yesterday I stopped in for a quick lunch and asked the very nice bartender if they could make me their mixed green salad but with grilled chicken. ”
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