Authentic Roman-Italian, cozy vibes & amazing pasta. A true East Village gem!
A beloved East Village gem, this Italian spot offers a comforting and authentic dining experience. Known for its delicious homemade pasta and Roman-style dishes, it provides a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a true neighborhood haunt. Despite its popularity, it manages to maintain a cozy and unpretentious vibe, making it a great choice for both casual meals and special occasions.
This restaurant excels in authentic Italian and Roman cuisine, with a particular emphasis on homemade pasta that many find exceptional. Dishes like lasagna and fritto misto are frequently recommended. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a recent comment noted smaller portions and overcooked pasta, though ambiance and wine selection were still appreciated.
"Customers frequently rave about the homemade pasta and lasagna, with the Roman-style fritto misto and chicken cutlet sandwich also receiving specific praise."
Overall positive, with customers praising the authentic Italian food, especially the pasta, and the restaurant's warm, neighborhood feel. A few recent comments suggest potential inconsistencies in food quality.
Important Note
Reservations are recommended and may need to be made by phone. There is one recent dissenting opinion regarding food quality and portion size.
"Il Posto Accanto is recommended as a restaurant that is more upscale than Parm. It's described as a chill, cozy spot with great staff, located on the LES."
Positive"A pro tip is to go to Il Posto Accanto on a Sunday and request the lasagna, which has been made every Sunday since 1997."
Positive"Il Posto Accanto is recommended for truly amazing Italian food, noting that reservations must be made by phone and that they have a special lasagna available on Sundays."
Positive"Il Posto Accanto was recommended for homey Roman food."
Positive"Responding to a negative review of Il Posto Accanto's food, the user clarified that their positive assessment was from 'before times' and acknowledged potential decline in quality, asking about the other user's recent visit."
Neutral"In disagreement with a prior comment, this user found the food at Il Posto Accanto to be lacking, noting tiny portions and overcooked pasta, though they appreciated the ambiance and wine selection."
Negative"The user is frustrated about Il Posto Accanto gaining popularity but acknowledges the food is top-tier and the owners are lovely, deserving of business."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for large groups, as the commenter has observed big parties there frequently."
Neutral"The user recommends Il Posto Accanto in the East Village."
Positive"Il Posto Accanto is included in a list of recommended Italian restaurants."
Positive"This is a highly recommended Roman restaurant in the East Village run by Julio and Bea, known for its amazing food, wine, fun people, and neighborhood joint feel without being crazy expensive or overly hip."
Positive"The user recommended Il Posto Accanto."
Positive"The commenter mentioned Il Posto Accanto."
Neutral"Il Posto Acanto was mentioned as a recommendation for Italian food."
Positive"The commenter finds this restaurant very good, with fresh and delicious food and great owners."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for its ability to provide a full Italian meal late at night."
Positive"Il Posto Accanto in the East Village was recommended as a possibility for the user's budget, particularly noting their seafood specials on Fridays and reasonably priced wine list."
Positive"The user had not heard of Il Posto Accanto before but found the recommendation and its appearance to be great."
Positive"Il Posto Accanto on the LES was recommended as an outstanding Italian restaurant, with the caveat that reservations must be made by phone, which may facilitate getting a table."
Positive"This user recommended Il Posto Accanto in the East Village for its decadent lasagna and described it as a great neighborhood spot that sometimes attracts celebrities."
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