206 Spring Street Events

12/30/08

Best Italian in NYC

by jananne111 at Citysearch

Exquisite, original, complex yet not-too-complex Italian that pleases all the senses and finds undiscovered ones to seduce. The Cappuccino of Chestnuts, Wild Pheasant, and Chanterelle appetizer was too good to leave a drop on the dish. The lasagna, unlike any lasagna I have ever tasted, is absurdly -- not to say obscenely! -- delicious. The veal, ultra-tender venison, and desserts are all really, truly exceptional. Don't miss this experience. Unmatched.

• Pros: Everything, really
• Cons: None

11/14/08

What happened to the dress code???????

by Mikeymets at Citysearch

Everything was spectacular. Food, service, and ambiance. My wife was all dolled up for her 30th and I was

in suit and tie. I heard a famous model was denied dinning due to $1000 pair of jeans. I saw at least ten people wearing jeans and one person , that of course was dining close to us, was wearing jeans, sneakers, white socks and a wrinkled untucked shirt. That wouldn't be so much of an eyesore accept he was also loud. Please bring back the dress code. Diners can be as loud as they want, just dress accordingly. They're not serving hot dogs and there aren't any bleechers at Fiamma. Show chef some respect.

• Pros: What aspecial treat. I tried the veal tongue.
• Cons: Dress code has been terminated.

10/19/08

Romantic Dinner

by warner34 at Citysearch

Best "Dining" experience in New York. Top marks for food, decor, ambience, wine list, professional service, price, consistency make for an unforgettable experience without fail at this highend NY/Italian restaurant. Quiet and romantic, it's perfect for business or for a special occasion. Any individual component may be beat in many restaurants on any given evening, but the gestalt is incomparable? Been back over two dozen times.

09/09/08

Bellisimo!

by thefinefoodie at Citysearch

I had one of the best Italian meals the other night at Fiamma. I did not realize there had been a chef change and renovation of the restaurant, but wow, what a change! It is a price fixe menu and they also offer a chefs tasting menu (not sure if they did this before). I decided to have the chefs tasting menu to try out all sorts of different dishes and get a feel for the chefs direction. I must say, each dish was very different and suprising, with top-notch ingredients and preparation. On the night I went, I had burrata, crab, pasta, lamb and a few other courses including dessert. I really loved all the courses, but my favorite was the lamb. It was so rich and tender and literally melted in my mouth. They also have a superb Italian wine list and how can one resist a nice Barolo? It can be pricey, but it is definitely worth it.

07/22/08

Decadent food, friendly service

by BridgeTunnelHater at Citysearch

I went to Fiamma this past weekend for the first time since the new chef took the helm, and was absolutely blown away by both the food and the service! From the moment the reservationist picked up the phone until the manager wished us a good night, everyone on staff was both professional and friendly. Our server was very knowledgeable on both the food and wines, and was really helpful in assisting us with choosing our 5 course menus (there is a suggested one, but we were free to create our own as well). The chilled tomato and lobster soup, the lasagna, and the cherry wood smoked lamb were the real stand outs that evening. Most of the food we had was very rich, and the portions were fairly large; it took us a good 3 hours to finish. We never felt rushed or crowded, even as the restaurant filled up around us. The manager was by the host stand as we were leaving, and seemed to take a genuine interest in how our evening had gone. All in all I thought the evening was worth every penny!

• Pros: warm service, great food
• Cons: prix-fixe menu, a la carte only at the bar

05/30/08

Smoking Something?

by NateKOlson at Citysearch

Not sure what this last poster is talking about. I live in the neighborhood and dine at the bar at Fiamma approx. every other week and they have never even had Osso Buco on the Menu? The bartender always takes superb care of me and knows his way around the menu and winelist. Either you are confusing them with another place or this is a baseless "smear" piece.

05/29/08

great food but horrible service

by pellegrinostve2 at Citysearch

is very sad to think about what A WONDERFUL RESTAURANT with a spectacular and unique menu.unfortunely the server was horrific doesn't have a clue about italian food he did not what a oso bucco was ?????? i ask to my self : am i in a italian restaurant? he look at me like i was crazy and i did not know what i was talking about the appetizer took forever to get there and then are entrees came before we had finished them,what happened???? arrogant staff.

• Pros: food
• Cons: little bit overpriced winelist and horrible service

05/28/08

the worse service ever !!!!!!!!!!!!

by enzociprianni at Citysearch

never come back again!!!! servers with nasty attitud !!!! the food it was awesome but terrible service

05/22/08

Best Italian food in New York

by chefschef at Citysearch

Ate at Fiamma last week and had an amazing time. I had tried the chef's food before so I knew I was in for a great meal, yet I was still taken aback. My guest was a certified 'picky diner' so I was worried her restrictions would hamper the evening, but the server went out of the way to explain the menu to her and make suggestions, and in the end she loved everything! I did the 5-course menu but my date only wanted 3 courses, and not only did they let us do that but they sent her out an extra course so she wouldn't have to sit and watch me eat.

My favorite dish was the duck. It comes with a special sauce that is poured table-side. The flavors are incredible and the French service is also a nice touch.

The staff was professional but friendly - not stuffy like in other fine dining restaurants. The maitre'd was happy to move us to a different table when we asked and remembered our name on the way out! We will definitely be back.

• Pros: Unique menu, comfortable tables, friendly staff

05/11/08

delizioso!

by stregazia at Citysearch

Had a lovely dinner this week at Fiamma. Service was good -- and we ordered the chef?s tasting menu. Some things that really stood out -- the asparagus appetizer, which was striking to look at ? slender butter poached white asparagus, crumbled pecorino and dabbed with foams of sweet pea and nepitella, and some lemony tempura fried sorrel leaves. Next came the pasta course, this one was like a tortellini primavera. The pasta was filled with lemony ricotta, and was tossed in a light but meaty broth with slices of baby artichokes and marjoram. The pasta was topped with parmesan and flecks of lemon zest and garnished with bright yellow pea shoots and celery leaves. The skate was also very good, with mussels and a spicy seafood broth. Our baby lamb was tender and was accompanied by a casserole of spring vegetables, yellow and green beans, peas, fava, and baby zucchini studded with fresh mint. The chocolate dessert was sumptuous. Would definitely go back, especially to try some of the other pasta dishes. Buonissimo!

• Pros: tasting menu was a great value