Nizza

06/11/2008 Posted by hellskitchen08

having worked for years in the restaurant industry, i can honestly say i had some of the worst service ive ever had here. the place wasnt overly busy, definetly not full. our server was a nightmare. she was chatting with the host the entire time and neglected us. we got our appetizers before she even delivered our first round drinks. really which was the loss of the restaurant because they lost out on the second beverage sale. i know the place is new...but this is new york. theres great food everywhere. i want service i can enjoy when im out not the kind where id rather get up and get my drink myself from the bar. the food was ok nothing too special. the service alone though...ill never go back.

03/08/2008 Posted by hellskitchenhoney

I can't tell you how overjoyed my husband and I and all our friends are to have Nizza in the neighborhood. The food is absolutely fantastic- especially the lasagna pesto, branzino fillet, bibb salad, socca (a chickpea pancake thing), and the teleggio-fig panino. Anyone who says this food isn't incredible is out of their minds. The fact that we can eat so well and so inexpensively in a gorgeous, hip room has made us stay in the neighborhood to eat when we normally would head downtown. We love that it's open til 2 am most nights- it's so nice to not feel rushed when we eat after a show. And it's the best spot to meet friends and share food- I've already been to 3 birthday dinners there. The staff is great- polite and fast but not intrusive. And do yourself a favor and try the brunch- it's the best and most interesting in HK. Long live Nizza!

Pros: Delicious food, great space, late hours

Cons: No delivery yet!

02/25/2008 Posted by rammi125

I live a few blocks from this restaurant and come here at least once a month. It's not really authentic italian food, it's got a bit of french fusion. It's a trendy place, esp for hell's kitchen and a great place for a first date because it's a nice place and the menu is priced right as well as the wine. Everything i've had here has been great, I forgot the name but I always get this spinach ravioli which is great if you like cheesy sauce. The steak is absolutely delicious and so tasty. I've only had the Bree cheese for dessert and it was fantastic, the warm raisin bread that comes with the cheese is really good!

Pros: trendy, tasty food, great prices

Cons: you haven't been there yet!

02/15/2008 Posted by lenabb

My boyfriend and I went here on Valentine's day pre theater. This place left my boyfriend with a stomach ache so bad, we had to leave the show during intermission. If that's not enough to make you stay away, everything we ordered tasted like it came from a can and was 'jazzed up' with whatever spices the chef happened to have on hand. The decor feels like a glorified diner and the whole place leaves the impression that it was done quick and cheap. If someone recommended this place to you, ask yourself what you might've done to tick him or her off.

Pros: fairly inexpensive

Cons: everything else

01/16/2008 Posted by melisarae2004

I went to Nizza for the third time last night and once again it did not disappoint! I am so glad this cozy new place is in my neighborhood now. It is my new favorite spot! The wines are all excellent and most priced under $10. The food is outstanding. I love that this place is great for just a drink date, some light tapas or to enjoy dinner at. The waitstaff and management are all very friendly and quick. I was hesitant to write a review because I want to keep this place a secret as right now I can usually get a table no problem. I hope places like this start to become the norm: great food, wine & ambiance without killing your wallet.

Pros: Price, Wines, Food, Tapas - Amazing Service

Cons: Small... on popular nights prob difficult to get a table.

11/27/2007 Posted by michelec77

This restaurant is definitely worth trying! You will be impressed with the asthetic and the relaxed but superb service. The wine list is impecable and Nizza has wines by the glass that many places do not have. The food is interesting and delicious. The pansoti, the tomato soup, the kobe beef panini, and the proscuitto crostini are to die for. The brunch menu is just as amazing. The prices are astounding in relation to the quality of the food. One of New York's best new restaurants.

Pros: Dinner,brunch,wine list,service

Cons: none

11/20/2007 Posted by jasminetea10

I was very excited to try Nizza, as Marseille is my favorite neighborhood spot. Dinner was great. The room is beautiful and hip, with casually dressed servers who were very enthusiastic. The menu was large, interesting and very reasonably priced. The manager helped us find a beautiful bottle of Barbera D'Asti that we loved. Overall, can't wait to be back. Definitely a great addition to the Hell's Kitchen dining scene.

Pros: Ambience, wine list, service

11/10/2007 Posted by lkpnyc

Nizza has a casual, simple atmosphere. The food is decent, but not spectacular. Price are also OK, but you end up spending a more than you'd think given the affordable-looking menu with drinks and the tapas style dishes. The wait service is a little slow, but it just opened, so I'm sure it will get better. My husband loved a pizza with goat cheese. I had pumpkin soup that tasted like it was from a can, and the toasted ravioli reminded me of those arepas from street fairs. The wine list was well-edited and a good price range. Next door is a place called Marseille that's owned by the same people, and it's much better. But I'm hoping after the kinks are worked out of this place, it improves.

Pros: casual atmosphere, wine list has affordable options

Cons: service isn't consistent, food is just average, no brunch