Authentic Italian pasta spot with incredible truffle dishes and a cozy vibe, though some find it pricey.
This West Village Italian gem offers a classic dining experience with a focus on authentic pasta dishes. It's renowned for its indulgent truffle pasta, often prepared tableside, and its fresh burrata. While many rave about the comforting flavors and lively atmosphere, some suggest it might not fully meet the highest expectations for its price point. Be prepared for a cash-only policy and the need for phone reservations.
Bar Pitti is an Italian restaurant known for its authentic dishes, with a strong emphasis on pasta. The truffle pasta is frequently recommended and celebrated for its generous truffle shavings. Other praised items include the burrata and various creamy pasta dishes. Some diners, however, feel the restaurant doesn't live up to the hype or is overpriced.
"The truffle pasta is a highly recommended signature dish, with the penne alla vodka also being a standout."
Overall customer sentiment is mixed, with many praising the authentic Italian dishes and excellent pasta, especially the truffle pasta. However, some find it overhyped or average for the price.
Important Note
The restaurant is cash only and requires phone reservations.
"This commenter listed several dishes they'd return for, including the penne alla vodka at Bar Pitti."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended by the commenter."
Positive"Recommends Bar Pitti in the West Village as a good Italian restaurant for dining with a four-year-old, noting the staff is wonderful with children and they can make kids pasta off-menu."
Positive"Bar Pitti is recommended for its pasta dishes."
Positive"The user Pitiful-Job7050 stated Bar Pitti (presumably as not living up to hype, based on context of thread)."
Negative"The user Mofrdo found that Bar Pitti didn't live up to the hype."
Negative"Pitiful-Job7050 recommends avoiding Bar Pitti."
Negative"Bar Pitti is a low-key, very Italian place near Carbone."
Neutral"The commenter deems a significant portion of the OP's restaurant list, including Bar Pitti, as average or overpriced."
Negative"Suggests Bar Pitti as a potential option for pasta."
Neutral"Bar Pitti was suggested as a potential venue for good truffle pasta in NYC. The comment listed it as one of several options."
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