| ambiance |
90.90999603271484% positive |
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Went last night on a Saturday night and the restaurant had a great atmosphere - until the food came! ”
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The ambiance is pleasant and relaxing. ”
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fantastic food, friendly atmosphere ”
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However, sacrifice the prospect of bonus points/miles and enjoy a really fun, casual and almost energetic dining experience. ”
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The only downside to this place is the location, which is sketchy. ”
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went in January and experienced everything you could hope to experience from the corner Italian place: a warm ambiance, good food, a charming (and accented, natch) waitstaff. ”
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Their menu is simple, but delicious and provides an intimat atmosphere with a helpful staff. ”
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On a romantic little corner of the Village. ”
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Good for dates or large groups, the casual atmosphere is as welcoming as the friendly staff when you walk in. ”
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With its elegant simplicity, this is a great place for a cozy dinner. ”
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even the glasses, decor are authentic and what might find in an out of the way Northern Italian Restaurant. ”
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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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stick around for dessert it's the perfect combination of artwork and incredible taste. ”
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| drinks |
83.12999725341797% positive |
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They have house wines in bottles, carafes, or bottles, all at reasonable prices. ”
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It's a hike for most, but well worth the trip for fresh pasta and inexpensive wine and they serve up one of the best chicken cutlets in the city. ”
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mediocre wine list, cash only, and the friendly but not very professional street-clothed waitstaff. i think all 5 waiters/waitresses served our table at one point or another, which caused some confusion about what had been ordered, etc., and i got the fee ”
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Clams and mussels in white wine are divine, and the mixed bruschetta appetizer is delicious and great for sharing. ”
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| food quality |
99.04999732971191% positive |
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also love the portions: they're just perfect for a starter and main dish (even for a girl), whereas other Italian places tend to me portions so big you can't enjoy the menu and walk out swearing never to eat again. ”
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Really great food, although a bit pricey. ”
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Cozy spot with good food ”
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Their menu is simple, but delicious and provides an intimat atmosphere with a helpful staff. ”
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always order the lamb or gniocci, both are delicious, as is the spaghetti. ”
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The ministrone soup,gnocchi, basic tomato,basil pasta, panacotta are just excellent amongst others. ”
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even the glasses, decor are authentic and what might find in an out of the way Northern Italian Restaurant. ”
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The food here is probably some of the most consistently fresh and good food I've ever had. ”
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It's a hike for most, but well worth the trip for fresh pasta and inexpensive wine and they serve up one of the best chicken cutlets in the city. ”
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I've been here several times and the food is always good. ”
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nice little trattoria with a quirky sensibility, good pasta, and good prices. definitely feels like a neighborhood joint. almost all the pastas are homemade (try the spinach gnocchi in gorgonzola), and the menu is relatively small but varied. ”
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The best thing here is the Spaghetti Alla Chitarra, which is by far the best pasta around. ”
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The food, the pasta is always fresh. ”
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fantastic food, friendly atmosphere ”
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Great food, great prices, well worth stopping in! ”
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The salad with chicken is delicious. ”
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Most nights there is a lively, mixed crowd (many Europeans), and always a colorful and welcoming staff, in an authentic northern Italian taverna setting. ”
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Grilled calamari appetizer was fresh and excellent. ”
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It was just as we remembered: great, authentic Italian food with great prices (the best ravioli I had - only $12). ”
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Great value for money, very hospitable and knowledeable staff and most importantly you can see that they have passion for food! ”
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They have some great Chianti to go with your meal. ”
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Outstanding homemade pasta! ”
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went in January and experienced everything you could hope to experience from the corner Italian place: a warm ambiance, good food, a charming (and accented, natch) waitstaff. ”
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When it first came, it was such a big plate and the sauce was so rich I couldn't even see myself even finishing half of it, but the gnocci was in a way so light and fluffy that I nearly finished my plate. ”
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The all crew is REAL Italian, funny in their inarticulated English, their manager is professional and charming with his educated manners, and the food. ”
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Spinach gnocci was amazing but so were other dishes my friends ordered. ”
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Almost all the pasta dishes are homemade, and the specials are great! ”
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Went last night on a Saturday night and the restaurant had a great atmosphere - until the food came! ”
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Casual elegance, good vibes and solid food. ”
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The pasta is fresh, salad is perfect. ”
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Clams and mussels in white wine are divine, and the mixed bruschetta appetizer is delicious and great for sharing. ”
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This is modern style Italian - very fresh - plates are not enormous, but the prices are very reasonable. ”
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Simple yet totally delicious. ”
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would recommend the Bruschetta as an appetizer and the Tagliata Al Casale (Steak) and the Costoletta Di Agnello (Lamb Chop) for the meat courses. ”
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Good food as usual and horrible service. ”
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| menu variety |
91.66999816894531% positive |
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also love the portions: they're just perfect for a starter and main dish (even for a girl), whereas other Italian places tend to me portions so big you can't enjoy the menu and walk out swearing never to eat again. ”
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love that they made rubber bands and clothespins on the menus elegant. ”
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Their menu is simple, but delicious and provides an intimat atmosphere with a helpful staff. ”
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nice little trattoria with a quirky sensibility, good pasta, and good prices. definitely feels like a neighborhood joint. almost all the pastas are homemade (try the spinach gnocchi in gorgonzola), and the menu is relatively small but varied. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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Friendly, warm, great place for dinner with friends. ”
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Malatesta is favorite restaurant in Manhattan! ”
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With its elegant simplicity, this is a great place for a cozy dinner. ”
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My favorite restaurant in New York! ”
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Overall a great place if you are craving Italian! ”
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This is my favorite restaurant in New York. ”
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| service |
81.87999725341797% positive |
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Good food as usual and horrible service. ”
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The wait staff is all friendly. ”
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mediocre wine list, cash only, and the friendly but not very professional street-clothed waitstaff. i think all 5 waiters/waitresses served our table at one point or another, which caused some confusion about what had been ordered, etc., and i got the fee ”
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fantastic food, friendly atmosphere ”
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Most nights there is a lively, mixed crowd (many Europeans), and always a colorful and welcoming staff, in an authentic northern Italian taverna setting. ”
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Great value for money, very hospitable and knowledeable staff and most importantly you can see that they have passion for food! ”
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Service was European style -- not pushy or rushed, but very attentive when we needed it. ”
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few blocks away and this is beyond rude and unacceptable. ”
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Service is attentive but not intrusive--and can be a bit slow on busy nights, as expected. ”
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Their menu is simple, but delicious and provides an intimat atmosphere with a helpful staff. ”
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The all crew is REAL Italian, funny in their inarticulated English, their manager is professional and charming with his educated manners, and the food. ”
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Good for dates or large groups, the casual atmosphere is as welcoming as the friendly staff when you walk in. ”
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| value |
96.66999816894531% positive |
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They have house wines in bottles, carafes, or bottles, all at reasonable prices. ”
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It was just as we remembered: great, authentic Italian food with great prices (the best ravioli I had - only $12). ”
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This is modern style Italian - very fresh - plates are not enormous, but the prices are very reasonable. ”
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also love the portions: they're just perfect for a starter and main dish (even for a girl), whereas other Italian places tend to me portions so big you can't enjoy the menu and walk out swearing never to eat again. ”
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nice little trattoria with a quirky sensibility, good pasta, and good prices. definitely feels like a neighborhood joint. almost all the pastas are homemade (try the spinach gnocchi in gorgonzola), and the menu is relatively small but varied. ”
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Great value for money, very hospitable and knowledeable staff and most importantly you can see that they have passion for food! ”
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Good, affordable italian; casual environment ”
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It's a hike for most, but well worth the trip for fresh pasta and inexpensive wine and they serve up one of the best chicken cutlets in the city. ”
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Really great food, although a bit pricey. ”
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Great food, great prices, well worth stopping in! ”
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| wait time |
75.0% positive |
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Service is attentive but not intrusive--and can be a bit slow on busy nights, as expected. ”
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live across the street from this restaurant, and it is one of the best places to go for a quick bite, or to bring an out-of-towner. ”
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