Iconic West Village Italian. Stellar pasta, killer wine list, vibrant scene. A must-visit for NYC foodies.
This West Village Italian spot consistently draws crowds with its elegant yet lively atmosphere. It's a go-to for expertly crafted pasta dishes and a well-curated wine list, making it a popular choice for everything from casual weeknight dinners to special occasions. The dedication to quality ingredients and sophisticated preparations ensures a memorable dining experience.
L'Artusi is celebrated for its modern Italian cuisine, with a strong emphasis on pasta dishes that receive frequent recommendations. Dishes like the mushroom garganelli, wagyu carpaccio, and olive oil cake are often highlighted. While many rave about the flavors, a minority of reviews suggest that the food can sometimes be overly salty or inconsistent, with some finding certain dishes, like the focaccia, to be disappointing.
"Highly recommended dishes include the mushroom garganelli, wagyu carpaccio, bucatini, cavatelli, and the olive oil cake. The chicken and ricotta crostone also receive specific praise."
Overall customer sentiment is highly positive, with many praising the quality of the Italian cuisine, particularly the pasta, and the lively atmosphere. However, some diners find the restaurant to be overhyped, with inconsistent service or food quality, especially in recent times.
Important Note
Some recent reviews suggest a decline in food and service quality compared to previous years, with mentions of over-salting and slow service. Reservations can be difficult to secure.
"While discussing expensive steaks, the commenter mentioned that L'Artusi, though not primarily a steakhouse, served a good steak for $96, implying it was a positive experience despite the high cost."
Positive"L'artusi is presented as one of the more accessible hyped Italian restaurants in NYC for dinner, though still challenging outside of slower months. However, tables are often available during lunch."
Positive"This commenter recommended L'Artusi as a fantastic Italian restaurant with realistic reservation possibilities, suitable for all courses and easy to reach despite not being in Midtown."
Positive"The user has tried olive oil cake multiple times and finds L'Artusi's version to be the best."
Positive"The user states that the olive oil cake at L'Artusi is incredible."
Positive"Lartusi is listed as an Italian restaurant option."
Positive"L'Artusi is mentioned as a place where one could potentially get a table for four by waiting in line for walk-ins for an early dinner."
Neutral"The L'Artusi group, which includes L'Artusi, B'Artusi, and Via Porta Supper Club, is donating 10% of all sales."
Positive"The commenter expresses support for restaurants participating in the day's events and states they will patronize these establishments when possible."
Positive"L'Artusi is donating 10% of its proceeds."
Positive"The olive oil cake is recommended as a dessert option at this restaurant."
Positive"As a vegetarian, the user finds L'artusi's vegetable dishes to be consistently delicious over several years."
Positive"Recommended L'artusi as a potential romantic dinner spot in the West Village."
Positive"L'artusi is recommended as a 'moody adult restaurant' aligning with the user's criteria."
Positive"The author suggests L'Artusi, noting that weekday lunch reservations should not be too difficult."
Positive"This commenter suggested L'Artusi as a potential option but indicated that Fairfax might have a better chance of securing a table."
Neutral"L'Artusi was listed as an Italian restaurant option for a birthday dinner. The commenter provided it as a suggestion when asked for Italian-only recommendations."
Neutral"This user suggested L'Artusi as a good option, particularly for the current season."
Positive"This user expressed a strong preference for L'Artusi."
Positive"This user ranked L'Artusi as their first choice among the listed West Village restaurants."
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