Authentic Sicilian & Italian spot w/ standout pannelle & riceball special. A must-try for classic pasta dishes.
For a taste of authentic Sicilian and Italian fare, look no further than this Brooklyn establishment. Renowned for its classic dishes, it offers a genuine taste of tradition. Customers rave about the pannelle and riceball special, and the pasta con sarde is hailed as the best in the city.
This restaurant specializes in Sicilian and Italian cuisine, earning high praise for dishes like the pannelle and riceball special, pasta con sarde, and arancino. While many consider these offerings to be excellent, some recent reviews suggest a decline in food quality, with one user noting their food seemed microwaved and another stating it was the worst food they had experienced recently.
"The pannelle and riceball special is highly recommended, as is the pasta con sarde, which is considered by some to be the best in the city. The panelle and arancino are also noted positively."
Overall positive, with many customers praising the authentic Sicilian and Italian dishes, particularly the pannelle and riceball special. However, some recent feedback suggests a decline in quality, with one user describing it as some of the worst food they've had.
Important Note
Recent reviews suggest a potential decline in food quality, with some customers reporting that the food was microwaved or was not as good as it used to be.
"This commenter felt Joe's of Ave U has declined, mentioning their food was microwaved and is not what it used to be."
Negative"This commenter had a very negative experience at Joe's of Ave U, stating it was some of the worst food they've had in NYC recently, despite good service, and that the restaurant is past its prime."
Negative"Joe's of Ave U was mentioned as a red sauce Italian option."
Neutral"This user clarified that Joe's of Ave U is not too far for them, in response to the travel time mentioned by another user."
Positive"This user suggested Joe's of Ave U for Sicilian calamari in red sauce, noting it might be a bit of a trip."
Positive"In response to a request for authentic Italian restaurant ideas for a school project, Joe's of Ave U was recommended."
Neutral"Joe's of Avenue U is praised for its menu in English and Sicilian, its pasta con sarde, panelle, and arancino. They also mention vastedda as an untranslated menu item."
Positive"This establishment was recommended as a red sauce joint similar to Bamonte's."
Neutral"Joes of Avenue U is listed as a recommendation for Italian food."
Positive"A user expressed their love for the panelles at Joe's of Ave U, an Italian restaurant recommended for chicken parm."
Positive"Joe's of Ave U was recommended as an Italian restaurant in response to a query for good chicken parm in South Brooklyn."
Positive"Agrees with the recommendation for Joe's of Avenue U, specifically praising the pannelle and riceball special but advising against the chicken parm."
Positive"Recommends Joe's of Avenue U in Brooklyn for Sicilian food."
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