10/02/08

poor waitstaff

by chitose

This was my second time going to lulivo. the first time was nice and cozy. the food was good, especially the gnocchi, and creme brule, cheescake and tarimisu. the service though was unattentive and i felt rushed. the secone time was even worse, they completely messed up our drink order, and forgot to serve breadsticks before the entree, mind you there were only three tables full at the time. the waiters/staff is in a completely different world. this would be my last time going back.

• Pros: the desserts
• Cons: poor service

09/10/06

Tuscan Side of Soho

by salcisson

Portions are not abundant but flavors are very rich and the homemade focaccia bread reminds of what I had on eateries at the Tuscany country side. It would be nicer if they had a full-bar but with wine and beer and the food quality that this place serves it is definetely the best value on Spring Street. For the last few weeks we have made Ulivo a pit stop after our sunday morning walks on Soho and we have been very pleased each time. My girlfriend revisited to dine with friends on weekdays and received compliments on the recommendation as well. Cheers!

• Pros: Food, Service, Location
• Cons: a bit cozy; no full-bar

09/06/05

not great

by ar1568

My sister and I decided to have dinner at L'Ulivo. We were able to sit outside. Once we got seated the wait staff were very pushy. Instead of ordering a appetizer each and an entree each we decided to split it. We ended up getting both the appetizer and entree at the same time. I felt like they wanted us to eat and run.

08/20/05

Ulivo - leave off the first l

by dbeckatmac

Leave NYC for the afternoon or evening and dine in Campania. Order the foccaccia basket to start and you will instantly be hooked. One of the best values for consistent quality food and a wonderful atmosphere. A surprising value in Soho and a nice date.

• Pros: Excellent value, Order focaccia app., Be with salad & pizza
• Cons: Cash only-ATM nearby

10/31/04

It's like coming home...

by qtgurljny

Great food in a small, warm inviting space with great waiters. There's nothing more you could possibly ask for on a low-key, relaxing night out. Try the pizza, gnocchi they are excellent, staples such as angel hair pasta I would not order.

• Pros: Excellent Food, Warm, Inviting
• Cons: , Buried on Thompson

06/28/04

great

by boogina

everything about this place was awesome, except the service was so so. our bill came to 71 bucks for two people and that included a beer, 2 apps, 2 entrees 2 desserts and a cappuccino. we will def go back.

• Pros: delicious food, outdoor seating, inexpensive

11/16/03

Small and Cozy

by jenyce

Went here for a little get together. The place was nice and small and the dim lights gave a nice sense of the room. Although the food was in small portions, it was good. The waiters were nice and friendly. My favorite though was the dessert it was terrific. It is a bit pricey.

11/09/03

Try pizzas here!

by t_yorke

I'm not the pizza person but L'Ulivo's pizzas are GREAT! Along with salad or any other appetizer its a nice meal! Simple & tasty!

09/03/03

hit or miss

by turtleboy99

this is my buddy's girlfriend's favorite restaurant. it's right on spring street so it's easy to get to, although their name is difficult to remember i always seem to misspell it. my friend and his girlfriend get the same thing all the time; the shrimp salad and the salmon pasta. those dishes are good. my salad nicoise was great. they can't mess up the pizza. i got the gnochhi and it tasted like mush. my other friend got pasta with lobster it was average and he had to wrestle with the lobster as it was in it's shell. waiters are nice but aren't helpful with the menu, they like everything. it's obvious somethings were better than others. my recommendation is to get a salad and a pizza. wine selection and beer selection is below average. the prices were very reasonable so i definitely would go back for a nice lunch.

• Pros: great salads, good pizza, reasonable prices
• Cons: inconsistent, limited alcohol