East Village Italian staple w/ great vibes & classic red sauce dishes. Open late!
This East Village Italian-American spot offers a classic red sauce experience with a lively atmosphere. It's a reliable choice for both casual lunches and late-night dinners, often recommended for its comforting pasta dishes and pizzas.
Known for its Italian-American red sauce fare, Lil Frankie's is highly recommended for its pizzas, pasta dishes like the spaghetti limone, and mini meatballs. The 'Nonna' pizza is also a standout. The menu offers both familiar and uncommon dishes, catering to a wide range of tastes.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Spaghetti Limone, described as 'life-changing', the 'Nonna' pizza, and the mini meatballs. It's also noted as a great spot for classic red sauce pasta and pizza."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently recommending the restaurant for its food, atmosphere, and late-night availability.
Important Note
The restaurant is cash only.
"This commenter highly recommends Lil Frankie's for their 'bangin' marinara pie."
Positive"lil Frankie's is mentioned as a potential dining option, with a note that it might still be cash only."
Positive"This restaurant is described as surprisingly good given its location."
Positive"Lil' Frankie's in the East Village is listed as one of the user's favorite Italian restaurants."
Positive"This restaurant was recommended as a potential option for a large group dinner in the East Village."
Neutral"Little Frankie’s is suggested as a place for tiramisu."
Positive"This restaurant is suggested as a potential option for a large party. The user later confirmed they reached out to this restaurant."
Neutral"Little Franks in the East Village is recommended, with a note that it is cash only."
Positive"Lil Frankie's is recommended."
Positive"Lil Frankie's is mentioned as a decent Italian option in the East Village."
Neutral"Lil Frankie's is reported to be open until 4 AM."
Positive"Lil Frankie's is mentioned as a late-night food option."
Positive"The original poster responded positively to the recommendation for Lil Frankie's, stating it looked "bangin"."
Positive"Lil Frankies was suggested as a dining option."
Positive"This restaurant is mentioned as a place in the East Village."
Positive"Lil Frankie's is recommended for Italian food and is open until 2 AM on weekdays and 4 AM on weekends."
Positive"Responding to the mention of Lil Frankie's Nonna pizza with mini meatballs, the user expresses intent to try it."
Positive"The Nonna pizza at Lil Frankie's is described as fantastic by this user."
Positive"This user recommended Lil Frankie's."
Neutral"This user discovered the Spaghetti Limone at Lil Frankies and found it to be life-changing. They note it's also available at Supper."
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