Last Updated: 8 days ago
Phone: (917) 639-3236
Address: 129 MACDOUGAL STREET 10012
Charming Italian cafe w/ a garden & live jazz; perfect for romantic, low-key evenings. Offers amazing lasagna & speck pizza.
Nestled in Greenwich Village, this Italian gem offers a cozy and romantic escape with its charming indoor patio and occasional live jazz music. It's a place with a long-standing reputation, cherished by families for generations as a go-to spot for special occasions or simply a relaxed evening out.
The Italian cuisine here is well-regarded, with particular praise for the carne lasagna flight, featuring four distinct and tasty pieces, and a vegetarian option. The speck pizza is also noted for being cooked perfectly. While some customers focus on the food, others emphasize the restaurant's overall ambiance.
"The 'carne lasagna flight' and 'speck pizza' are highly recommended, with the lasagna described as tasty across all four pieces and the pizza perfectly cooked. A vegetarian lasagna option is also available."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, often praising the charming ambiance, particularly the indoor garden, and recommending it for romantic or special occasions. While some highlight specific dishes like lasagna and pizza, others mention it more for its atmosphere.
Important Note
While generally praised, one user noted it was memorable more for its vibes and ambiance than outstanding food.
"La Lanterna was listed as a restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"La Lanterna Di Vittorio is listed as a late-night dining option."
Positive"While not in Little Italy, this commenter suggested La Lanterna in Greenwich Village for Italian food, noting its history in the area."
Neutral"This restaurant is close by and offers very good lasagnas, including a flight of four types and a vegetarian option."
Positive"This restaurant was recommended for an Italian lunch in Lower Manhattan."
Positive"The user still loves La Lanterna di Vittorio, a place that has been a special occasion hangout for their family for generations, especially appreciating its cute back garden."
Positive"The user was impressed by La Lanterna di Vittorio, recalling it as a former secret date spot primarily for its good vibes and ambiance rather than outstanding food."
Neutral"The Original Poster has a backup reservation at La Lanterna di Vittorio for their dad's birthday dinner. This indicates it is a considered option within their desired price and vibe range for an Italian restaurant."
Neutral"The carne lasagna flight and speck pizza were exactly what the author was looking for. All four pieces of lasagna were tasty and the pizza was cooked perfectly. The indoor patio is highly recommended."
Positive"User Responsible_Push4684 lists La Lanterna di Vitoria (La Lanterna di Vittorio) as a go-to restaurant, a charming Italian cafe."
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