Old-school Italian, complete w/ mob ties & cheese wheel pasta. A true Brooklyn institution.
Step back in time at this old-school Italian gem on Court Street, a Brooklyn fixture since the 1980s. Experience classic Italian-American cuisine in a traditional setting, with some patrons even recalling pasta tossed tableside in a cheese wheel. It's a true neighborhood institution.
This Italian restaurant is praised for its classic Italian-American fare. A standout mentioned is the 'Fettuccine Al Vino Rossa' prepared tableside in a cheese wheel, a dish fondly remembered and recommended. Other pasta dishes, like carbonara, are also highlighted.
"The 'Fettuccine Al Vino Rossa' tossed in a cheese wheel at your table is a highly recommended and unique dish. Other pasta preparations are also noted positively."
Customers have a largely positive sentiment, often recommending this traditional Italian spot for its classic dishes and unique preparations.
Important Note
One comment suggests that a particular suggestion for this restaurant received negative community feedback, indicating potential for mixed reviews.
"This user recommended Marco Polo, located down the street from Frankie's Spuntino, as a true bullet-holes-and-all old school Italian joint."
Positive"Marco Polo Ristorante in Brooklyn is recommended."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Marco Polo, stating it is very good."
Positive"Marco Polo continues to offer the cheese wheel pasta preparation, which the user has enjoyed over the past 25 years."
Positive"The Fettuccine Al Vino Rossa at Marco Polo, tossed in a cheese wheel, is worth trying and is a unique dish."
Positive"The user recalls having pasta tossed in Gaia's bowl at Marco Polo in Carroll Gardens on a previous visit."
Positive"Marco Polo was recommended as another great Italian restaurant."
Positive"Marco Polo was suggested as a restaurant option for Italian food, though the suggestion received negative community feedback."
Neutral"The commenter suggests Marco Polo in Carroll Gardens, stating it's similar to Vesuvio and has authentic mob ties, referencing a news article."
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