Pasta aglio e olio is meant to be ‘dry,’ and not so cloyingly creamy as this place makes it; it’s not even supposed to be in a sauce. They also confitted the garlic, which rids the edge regular garlic has integral to the dish, and adds onto this creaminess. They also skimped on chili and salt, so it ended up tasting like unsalted spaghetti in heavy cream, but salt is available at the table. They do also provide more chili upon request; the service is good.I know different places have their own interpretations of aglio e olio—different forms of garlic such as confit and black garlic have been used—but this place’s iteration and combination of ingredients really don’t work, especially for such a somewhat steep price of $18 before tax and tip, though of which I understand it’s due to its midtown location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Anupam Raturi
Great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fiona Hinterthaner
Very tasty food, definitely recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Canute Foster
Great for young kids. Note that seating is limited. We sat at the bar with a 4 and 6 year old.
Nath Segui
Very warm welcome by Anibal and Naomi. Excellent pasta dishes. Taste, taste, taste.53rd street restaurant. April 10, 2024.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Craig Booth
Came here on a recommendation whilst traveling with work from London. Good portion sizes but more importantly incredibly tasty. Attentive staff and chefs with a slower vibe than typical NYC chains, was nice to come in and get good quality pasta and a little break from the city.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
LUCIE AULARD
Very attentive and really pleasant waiters! The food is very tasty there!A big thank you for the cap and t-shirt, I am very touched by this gesture of sympathy! On a trip to New York, I absolutely wanted to go there because I've been following Matt Pokora's career since the beginning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KoSew _
Very hearty and delicious meal! Really friendly staff. Big thanks to Dio!
It's a complete surprise, freshly made pasta and sauces every day, Italy on the tip of your tongue
Raphaële Payré
Pizza sandwich to try!For service, it depends on who is servingToilets without bowl
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Sonya Garcia
My family and I went here on a whim a few months ago but I HAD to make a review because I’ve been thinking about their food haha. The atmosphere is welcoming and cute. There’s a SWING which is super cool and can be a nice place if you want to take cute pictures. The food was amazing! We also had some croissants to go which were delicious. The service was incredible, the servers and workers were so sweet! We were introduced to the owner and he was so kind and welcoming. I would definitely go here again even through we don’t live in NYC. It’s worth the drive. I can’t wait to go again! ❤️
A good place to eat on the go.The pizza sandwiches are excellent, the pasta more than adequate.And what's more, it seems that it belongs to Mr. Pokora!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Danny Couture
Excellent food ask for the creamy pasta. Service is really good for is amazing for the price!
Excellent place, excellent service and outstanding food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really want to recommend this place! What a flavor and service, the location is perfect! I loved it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Pesto Burrata, Spaghetti Carbonara, Tagliatelle Black Truffle, Margherita
Pasta aglio e olio is meant to be ‘dry,’ and not so cloyingly creamy as this place makes it; it’s not even supposed to be in a sauce. They also confitted the garlic, which rids the edge regular garlic has integral to the dish, and adds onto this creaminess. They also skimped on chili and salt, so it ended up tasting like unsalted spaghetti in heavy cream, but salt is available at the table. They do also provide more chili upon request; the service is good.I know different places have their own interpretations of aglio e olio—different forms of garlic such as confit and black garlic have been used—but this place’s iteration and combination of ingredients really don’t work, especially for such a somewhat steep price of $18 before tax and tip, though of which I understand it’s due to its midtown location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very tasty food, definitely recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great for young kids. Note that seating is limited. We sat at the bar with a 4 and 6 year old.
Very warm welcome by Anibal and Naomi. Excellent pasta dishes. Taste, taste, taste.53rd street restaurant. April 10, 2024.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here on a recommendation whilst traveling with work from London. Good portion sizes but more importantly incredibly tasty. Attentive staff and chefs with a slower vibe than typical NYC chains, was nice to come in and get good quality pasta and a little break from the city.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very attentive and really pleasant waiters! The food is very tasty there!A big thank you for the cap and t-shirt, I am very touched by this gesture of sympathy! On a trip to New York, I absolutely wanted to go there because I've been following Matt Pokora's career since the beginning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very hearty and delicious meal! Really friendly staff. Big thanks to Dio!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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It's a complete surprise, freshly made pasta and sauces every day, Italy on the tip of your tongue
Pizza sandwich to try!For service, it depends on who is servingToilets without bowl
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
My family and I went here on a whim a few months ago but I HAD to make a review because I’ve been thinking about their food haha. The atmosphere is welcoming and cute. There’s a SWING which is super cool and can be a nice place if you want to take cute pictures. The food was amazing! We also had some croissants to go which were delicious. The service was incredible, the servers and workers were so sweet! We were introduced to the owner and he was so kind and welcoming. I would definitely go here again even through we don’t live in NYC. It’s worth the drive. I can’t wait to go again! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Pesto Burrata, Tagliatelle Black Truffle, Lumache Pink Vodka Sauce
A good place to eat on the go.The pizza sandwiches are excellent, the pasta more than adequate.And what's more, it seems that it belongs to Mr. Pokora!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Excellent food ask for the creamy pasta. Service is really good for is amazing for the price!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5