Malatesta Trattoria
Italian Restaurant$$$$
West Village, New York
The experts at New York Habitat and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"And the spinach gnocchi was delicious, and light for a creamy sauce!"(45 Tips)
"Excellent Tagliatelle Ragu, but ignore the Tiramisu"(10 Tips)
"Grilled octopus is amazing."(7 Tips)
"Good authentic Italian food in a cozy atmosphere."(6 Tips)
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Do you have enough cash to pay for your dinner? (No credit cards accepted). Excellent homemade pastas.
Tarik HartJanuary 20, 2015Good pasta. If you're outside, try and sit on the Washington side, not the Christopher side to avoid the traffic fumes.
Luca DLJanuary 15, 2012Genuine food in a friendly atmosphere makes you feel like in a "trattoria" - cash only, there's an ATM inside the bodega next door.
emily chenOctober 19, 2014the spinach gnocchi and the ragu is what to get here. expect a wait and cash only!
JeremyJuly 12, 2012Good pasta, reasonably priced. Was bustling and noisy when we were there but that added to the atmosphere. Cash only payment!!
Munny KheraApril 3, 2011Unbelievable tradition Italian cuisine (coming from a non-Italian food fan)....long waits, so get a reservation. Great wine selection as well.
Mike DudasApril 5, 2014The spaghetti with fresh tomato, basil & mozzarella is an absolute revelation.
Seline JungOctober 28, 2015Home style hearty Italian. Nothing mind blowing though. Food came out lukewarm and VERY VERY FAST.
Caroline Kay Hwa TanJuly 8, 2015Compared to other italian joints in the west village I'm going to give this is a 5.5. You can get a better bang for your buck elsewhere. Don't bother with the tiramisù as it is overrated indeed.
PhabiNovember 18, 2011Check the specials: if they have the rigatoni with eggplant, arugula, & ricotta...have it it's delicious!!
Sameepa ShettyFebruary 23, 2014They don't take reservations for 3! And then tell you, you have 1 hr for Dinner! And the hostess doesn't make matters better (rude) the food comes fast though.calamari was good only gluten free thing
Duygu BasaranFebruary 27, 2015I don't know why and how this place got 9.1. Maybe because it is on the cheap side. Pastas were mediocre. They did not take order until we asked and forgot the appetizers. However desserts were good.
Katie ASeptember 5, 2013Delicious tagliatelle ragu, and the grilled calamari appetizer was excellent.
Best place in the neighborhood. Come here for brunch and get an omelette. Or get a steak, lamb chop, and calamari and arugula.
DJ PerkinsOctober 15, 2012Crowded little place. Ravioli and spinach gnocchi were both delicious. Tagliatelle and spaghetti were above average.
Paul Travis KleinSeptember 10, 2013Cash only in 2013. The fresh pastas are killer, and the Primativo is fruity and bright, but the service is mediocre. Waiter stopped paying attention after the bill was left - better have exact change!
My new local favorite. The food makes me close my eyes, the service makes me feel welcome :-)
John LApril 30, 2016While the price is right there are definitely a lot better Italian restaurants in the neighborhood
Boon YapJune 26, 2010Cash only, as others have noted. Arrabbiata penne excellent. Veal meatballs a must. Also, chicken cutlet. Cheap & cheerful beighbourhood joint. :/)
Sarah YuMay 28, 2012really long wait times most nights but if you come for a late dinner on sunday nights you can get seated right away
- MegAugust 24, 2019Nice place, good vibe. Easy- ish to get a table on a Friday night. Food was ok... wouldn’t come back
James Wooten IIIJune 6, 2011The spinach gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce is so delicious, you'll be tempted to lick your plate dry.
Steven KornblitDecember 31, 2012If you're lucky you'll have Emanuelle wait on you he has all the stories and all the history
Ruaridh GallagherNovember 28, 2011Found this little gem by accident.. only accepts cash.. brilliant spot if even in the area!!
- Steven KornblitDecember 31, 2012The Calamari is served in a very Mediterranean grilled style. Excellent
Danny MartinApril 12, 2011There is only one entree you should be considering off their handwritten menu: the spinach gnocchi. Every bite left me speechless.
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Malatesta Trattoria
649 Washington St (btwn 10th St & Christopher St)
New York, NY 10014
United States
New York, NY 10014
United States
Open until 11:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 5:30 PM–11:30 PM
(212) 741-1207
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Yes
Credit Cards
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Parking
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Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Dinner
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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