Best Family Friendly in New York

Well-regarded for authentic, delicious Italian dishes, with many highlighting fresh ingredients and homemade pasta and pizza.

“Everything tasted fresh.”

Outstanding and friendly service is a recurring theme, with many diners specifically mentioning servers like David and Stefano by name for their attentiveness and recommendations.

“The service was first-rate.”

The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, warm, homey, and intimate, contributing to a welcoming dining experience.

“Cozy and lively environment.”

Diners find the generous portions and high-quality, authentic food to be reasonably priced, offering good value.

“Great portion sizes”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and delicious preparation, with many dishes highlighted as outstanding.

“The food was amazing”

Service is frequently described as remarkably friendly, attentive, and welcoming, with the owner, Jose, often singled out for his hospitality.

“Attentive service, great good”

The atmosphere is often described as cute, cozy, ambient, and welcoming, creating a comfortable and transportive dining experience.

“Great vibe inside”

Diners find the prices to be very reasonable, especially considering the generous portion sizes and high quality of the food.

“Very reasonable price”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, fresh ingredients, and authentic Italian flavors, with many dishes described as phenomenal or out of this world.

“Phenomenal Italian food”

Service is frequently highlighted as first-rate, warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, with staff and owners often going above and beyond to make guests feel welcome.

“Top-notch service”

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, cozy, intimate, and family-like, creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience.

“Warm, family vibe”

While most diners find the food and experience worth the price, a few diners mention high prices or small portions, though these are infrequent.

“Pretty $$$ for the pasta quality”

The food is well-regarded for being delicious, fresh, and perfectly cooked, often described as restaurant quality or better.

“Food was absolutely delicious, fresh”

Service is a standout, with chefs frequently described as amazing, professional, entertaining, and going above and beyond to ensure a great experience.

“Truly went above and beyond”

The atmosphere is consistently described as fun, interactive, and highly entertaining, making events memorable.

“Fun and entertaining event”

The catering service is seen as a worthwhile investment, offering entertainment and a memorable experience that justifies the cost compared to restaurant dining.

“Cost was quite close to that of a restaurant”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with many dishes, including pizza, pasta, and subs, receiving high marks. Specific mentions highlight fresh ingredients and scratch-made items.

“It is truly the best”

Service is frequently described as outstanding, friendly, attentive, and fast, contributing significantly to the positive dining experience.

“Extremely attentive and friendly”

The atmosphere is described as warm, welcoming, and cozy, with a friendly, family-owned feel that enhances the dining experience.

“Warmth and good vibes”

Diners find the prices to be affordable and the portions to be good, offering a strong value proposition for the quality received.

“Good value”

The food is generally well-regarded, with many diners celebrating unique flavors and fresh ingredients, particularly for Mediterranean-inspired dishes and appetizers like zucchini chips. However, some main courses, like steak and burgers, have received criticism for being overcooked or bland.

“The food was amazing!”

Service is consistently highlighted as a strong point, with staff frequently described as friendly, attentive, efficient, and accommodating, often going above and beyond for guests.

“Service was excellent by being attentive”

The atmosphere is often described as lively, cozy, and having a nice vibe, though it can be quite loud, impacting conversation.

“Vibe of the room is a relaxed cool”

While many dishes are known for taste, several reviews point out that portion sizes can be small, and prices are considered high, leading to a perception of poor value for some main courses.

“Portions were on the smaller side”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Italian flavors, with particular recognition for the pizzas and pastas. Fresh ingredients and high-quality components are frequently highlighted.

“The salad was simple fresh and tasty”

Service is described as remarkably warm, friendly, and attentive, with staff often going above and beyond to make diners feel welcome and accommodated.

“Super friendly service”

The restaurant is consistently described as cozy, intimate, and charming, with a warm and inviting atmosphere.

“Small cool place”

Diners generally find the prices to be reasonable for the quality and experience offered in New York City.

“Reasonable prices, certainly a very good value.”

The food is well-regarded for its freshness, quality, and authentic Italian flavors, with many dishes receiving specific accolades.

“Everything was amazing - great pasta”

Service is frequently described as warm, attentive, friendly, and outstanding, with staff often going above and beyond.

“Service was warm and attentive”

The atmosphere is consistently described as welcoming, intimate, relaxing, and having a great balance of casual and elegant.

“Homey interior”

While some find prices high, most diners feel the quality and experience justify the cost.

“Flavour outweighed the price”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Dominican flavors, freshness, and delicious taste, with many dishes highlighted as outstanding.

“The food was delicious, fresh, and full of authentic flavor.”

Service is frequently described as great, friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with staff often going above and beyond.

“Great service, and absolutely delicious food.”

The atmosphere is consistently noted as welcoming, lively, and homey, creating a comfortable dining experience.

“Welcoming atmosphere”

Customers find the prices fair for the quality and generous portion sizes offered.

“Large portions for a fair price”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Italian flavors, fresh ingredients, and outstanding preparation, particularly the pizzas and pastas.

“Flavor and plating were superb.”

Service is frequently described as first-rate, with staff noted for being friendly, attentive, accommodating, and welcoming.

“The service was top-notch”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, romantic, inviting, and pleasant, with a European or Italian feel.

“Atmosphere was cozy and romantic.”

While some find it a bit expensive, many consider the prices fair for the quality and portion sizes, especially for Manhattan.

“Surprisingly low prices”