Charming Italian spot in Greenwich Village w/ great pasta & outdoor seating. A go-to for classic dishes that often live up to the hype.
This Italian eatery in Greenwich Village is a popular spot for classic dishes with a charming ambiance. It's often recommended for its pasta, with many enjoying dishes like carbonara, though some find the overall experience to be just average. The outdoor seating adds to its appeal, making it a versatile choice for various occasions.
The restaurant serves Italian cuisine, with pasta dishes being a frequent highlight, particularly the carbonara. However, some diners have found the food to be average or even disappointing, with specific complaints about greasy or poorly prepared dishes. The quality of takeout pasta has also been questioned.
"The carbonara pasta is frequently mentioned and recommended by some patrons, though others have had negative experiences with it. It is also noted as a good spot for pizza."
Customer feedback is mixed, with many praising its charming ambiance and pasta dishes, while others consider it mediocre or overrated. There are also concerns about the food quality, especially for takeout.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest the restaurant may be overrated, possibly due to its ambiance or marketing, and there are concerns about the quality of takeout, particularly for pasta dishes like carbonara. It can also be loud, especially with outdoor seating.
"Olio e Più was suggested as a restaurant choice."
Neutral"This user suggested considering chain restaurants like Oliu e Più for group dinners, noting they offer good food, space, and a decent price point."
Positive"The original poster was considering Olio e Più for a birthday dinner due to its nice interior, good pricing, and proximity to the Comedy Cellar. However, they noted that it has been referred to as the 'Olive Garden of the West Village,' which was not the desired vibe."
Negative"This user explicitly advised against choosing Olio e Piu."
Negative"Olio e Più will offer both Thanksgiving specials and its regular menu on Thanksgiving Day."
Positive"The commenter believes both Olio e Piu and Buddakan are subpar and suggests exploring other options in NYC."
Negative"The commenter implies that Olio e Piu is not an ideal choice."
Negative"The commenter labels Olio e Piu as a 'tourist trap'."
Negative"The commenter states they would not recommend Olio e Piu, calling it 'dogshit'."
Negative"This commenter describes Olio e Piu as mediocre, referencing an article about them gaming TripAdvisor algorithms. They also mention their bolognese was undercooked during a previous visit."
Negative"The commenter explicitly states they would choose Buddakan over Olio e Piu, identifying Olio as a 'tourist trap'."
Negative"This commenter stated the restaurant is 'overpriced and not v good'."
Negative"This commenter explained that putting carbonara in a container will overcook the eggs and that it needs to be eaten within minutes of preparation to be good."
Neutral"This commenter stated they 'Never liked that place, so overhyped'."
Negative"This commenter humorously suggested the dish resembled 'lomein tossed in oil and garlic to cut cost'."
Negative"This commenter stated they 'got sick from this place around a year ago'."
Negative"Responding to Mofrdo, this commenter disagreed, stating 'No it isn't' regarding the carbonara being solid."
Negative"This commenter described the carbonara as 'not great at the restaurant either' and 'mediocre', noting that takeout pasta generally doesn't travel well."
Negative"This commenter noted that while carbonara might be bad takeout, it could still be horrible at the restaurant, emphasizing that it needs to be eaten fresh."
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