Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 965-0500
Address: 235 MULBERRY STREET 10012
Charming Nolita spot w/ Italian-American classics. Famous for unique pizzas & handmade pastas.
Rubirosa, a family-run spot in Nolita, is known for its charming interior and crowd-pleasing Italian fare, including antipasti, fritti, handmade pasta, pizza, and red sauce mains.
This Nolita gem offers a charming, family-run atmosphere perfect for enjoying authentic Italian-American classics. From delicious antipasti and fritti to handmade pastas and diverse pizzas, there's something to delight every palate. Don't miss their signature dishes, which make it a standout in the city's vibrant culinary scene.
Rubirosa is celebrated for its Italian-American cuisine, with a particular emphasis on its unique pizzas, like the signature 'Tie-Dye' pizza with its thin crust, and its handmade pastas. Dishes like the Rubirosa salad, meatballs, and butter ravioli also receive high recommendations. While most feedback is positive, some users have noted that the pizza crust can be polarizing, and reservations are difficult to secure.
"Customers highly recommend the signature 'Tie-Dye' pizza and the butter ravioli. Other popular choices include the Rubirosa salad, meatballs, and various pasta dishes."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its delicious food, particularly the pizzas and pastas, and its charming atmosphere. Reservations can be hard to come by, but the overall experience is highly rated.
Important Note
Reservations can be difficult to obtain, and some users find the pizza crust to be a polarizing factor.
"This user recommended the GF meatballs at Rubirosa."
Positive"Rubirosa is considered an ideal option for large groups, particularly for its Neapolitan-style pizzas, though it is an Italian restaurant that can accommodate large groups well."
Positive"If a reservation can be secured, Rubirosa is highly recommended and considered spectacular, even suggesting skipping the crawl for it."
Positive"A minimum spend of $95 per person was noted for Rubirosa's smaller package, raising concerns about value given other planned eating."
Negative"Rubirosa reportedly offers large party dining with a pre-fixe menu around $75 per person, though it might be excessive food after a day of eating."
Neutral"Rubirosa Ristorante is listed as an excellent option for pizza."
Positive"User was considering takeout from Rubirosa for lasagna."
Neutral"The commenter had a similar idea to the original poster and went to Rubirosa last year, hoping to do so again this year."
Positive"The user states that Rubirosa is bad and expensive, and they would prefer a dollar slice instead."
Negative"The user notes that Rubirosa, Joe & Pats, and Baggios all share the same recipe and are all considered great."
Positive"The user expresses their fondness for Rubirosa but notes the difficulty in obtaining a reservation."
Positive"The user disputes the original post's claim about pasta and pizza prices at Rubirosa, stating that the least expensive pizza is $29 and pasta starts at $26."
Negative"The user questions if it's possible to get both pizza and pasta for $18-$25 at Rubirosa, as they were unaware of this possibility and only ever ordered pizza. Another user clarifies that it's not possible to get even one dish for less than $27."
Neutral"When traveling solo in SoHo, this user makes Rubirosa their go-to spot."
Positive"In response to a comment about the pizza looking mid, this user defends Rubirosa by contrasting it with highly curated but tasteless TikTok food, affirming that Rubirosa serves fantastic pizza."
Positive"Responding to a comment that the pizza looks mid, this user defends Rubirosa, stating that the photo is poor but the pizza is good."
Positive"The user claims Rubirosa is bad and expresses a desire to not get a reservation, hoping it will increase their chances of getting one. They later mention that they often see day-of cancellations and that walking in solo is usually manageable. They also appreciate the gluten-free options."
Negative"The user agrees that the photo of Rubirosa's pizza is unappealing but asserts that the restaurant is well-regarded and the pizza is delicious."
Positive"The user agrees with the previous comment, stating that based on the picture alone, the pizza from Rubirosa looked like frozen pizza."
Neutral"The user questions why their comment calling the pizza 'mid' was downvoted. Another user explains it might be because Rubirosa is generally considered good, and the picture didn't do it justice."
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