Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Carnegie Hill, New York

Sravanti T. • October 19, 2017The perfect place to people watch on the UES when it’s warm out. Get the half and half avo toast and granola!

chris • January 19, 2013Great food, great service. Cavatelli is always amazing. A neighborhood gem.

Scott H. • April 28, 2013Rigatoni with spicy Italian sausage and Puccini mushrooms, and lemon tart for dessert. Wonderful!

Village Voice • January 18, 2013The lovely intimate atmosphere (they work with a 10 person dining area) make it advisable to call ahead for a reservation. Worth every minute!

Jonathan C. • July 4, 2016Lovely atmosphere. High ceilings and thoughtful decor. Good solo or with a friend or two.

Court P. • November 14, 2013Great food and service. Now free wifi. Nirvana.

Kay W. • August 23, 2013Coconut milk and watermelon juice are amazing!

Whit R. • April 15, 2012The bacon egg and cheese sandwich here makes for a great breakfast sandwich and is way cheaper than Yura.

Aubrey C. • July 16, 2016Double chocolate brownie is delic!

Corinne P. • July 29, 2020From the Caprese Salad to their many pastas & entrees, my fave is still their Margherita Pizza, add fresh mushrooms & baby artichokes for perfection!

NearSay NYC • January 18, 2012Brunch, brunch, and brunch! We can't get enough of the smoked salmon and crabmeat omelets.

Andrew C. • October 17, 2017Dark mysterious restaurant, but the food is beyond fantastic and better than most other American foods!!! Bocado burger was cooked perfectly and fries with lemon aioli were on point! !

slj • September 5, 2023bagels n spreads

Corinne P. • August 27, 2020Authentic Italian cooking that offers a full menu of from Antipasti to Secondi, all fresh & delicious! Buon Appetito!

Pudge M. • March 20, 2016Lamb chops medium well with potatoes hummus n pita for appetizer n da dessert rice pudding n bread pudding

Paige C. • April 29, 2023Pretty tight squeeze and hard to get a table. My latte took forever but I would love to come back and try a freshly baked pastry.

Renae M. • August 18, 2016Italian themed cafe with wine and cheese picnic stuff to go. You can also sit on the lawn at the Cooper Hewitt, it's a nice spot.

The Wall Street Journal • August 4, 2010Start with the heirloom yellow and red gazpacho with sorbet ($10). Signature entrees include roasted suckling pig ($28) and The Wright Salad with corn, carrots, egg and truffle ($21).

Brett F. • October 31, 2015Great small pizzas. Very good wines by the glass. Somewhat expensive. Everything we've tried was very good.

Maxwell A. • January 7, 2012salami, swiss cheese, arugula, red onions, roasted tomatoes, olive oil on sliced olive bread

Ben H. • August 4, 2016Excellent coffee options, both brewed and espresso drinks. These guys take coffee very seriously. Also great baked goods. An excellent coffee spot in an area with few good options.

Michael C. • February 22, 2017Very friendly service and definitely a neighborhood spot. The food and drinks are great!

Peter C. • July 26, 2017It's ridiculous that this place has such low ratings. They make their own boba (best in the city) out of turmeric and purple yam, brew real tea, and everything I've tried over 10+ visits was great.

Coya M. • June 8, 2017Very good happy hour menu, recommended:)

Ross S. • February 7, 2010Donuts are made on site and are often more fresh than at other Dunkin Donuts in the neighborhood. The morning crew on the weekend is extremely friendly and will remember your order.

Brandon B. • May 9, 2013Always smiles and friendly. Best service you'll find at a subway in the city!

Ada F. • May 11, 2011Always packed but still pretty quick with orders. Try the Mocha Coconut Frappuccino...so good! It's like a Samoa Cookie!