Last Updated: 8 days ago
Phone: (212) 861-2434
Address: 1559 2 AVENUE 10028
Old-school Italian w/ modern twists. Authentic Neapolitan pizza & pasta.
Experience a taste of classic Italian with a modern flair at this UES gem. Known for its authentic Neapolitan pizzas and traditional dishes, it offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you're craving a perfectly baked pie or comforting pasta, this spot delivers a memorable dining experience.
Specializing in Neapolitan and traditional Italian fare, this restaurant is highly recommended for its authentic pizzas. While most feedback is positive, there was some discussion around a particular pasta dish served in a bread bowl, with mixed opinions on its value and presentation.
"The restaurant is frequently recommended for its authentic Neapolitan pizzas. One commenter also noted a unique, well-executed burger on a previous visit."
Customers generally have positive experiences, highlighting the authentic Italian cuisine and the quality of the pizza.
Important Note
Some customers have expressed skepticism regarding the value and presentation of a specific pasta dish served in a bread bowl.
"This Neapolitan pizza and Italian restaurant on the UES is suggested as a walk-in option for Valentine's Day. The commenter notes that it's a family-owned 'mom & pop' establishment."
Positive"San Matteo had a unique but good burger the last time the commenter visited, suggesting it's worth trying even though it's not primarily a burger place."
Positive"This user recommended San Mateo, mentioning its two locations on 2nd Ave and stating the local hype is real."
Positive"This commenter has historically enjoyed their experiences at San Mateo."
Positive"San Mateo on the Upper East Side offers pasta tossed in a cheese wheel."
Positive"San Matteo is mentioned as a suggestion."
Positive"San Matteo is recommended for pizza."
Positive"Recommends San Matteo on the UES."
Positive"User thinks the dish sounds gross and contains too many carbs."
Negative"User believes the dish contains only "$3 of food"."
Negative"User states they'd be in a "carb coma" after this meal."
Neutral"The user jokes about the meal being served with British "Chip Bitty" and rocks."
Neutral"User expresses that although there's much judgement for this dish, they'd still order it, enjoying "culinary folly"."
Positive"User questions the value proposition of paying $15 for pasta in "cooked bland dough"."
Negative"User sarcastically questions if the bread bowl is fully baked."
Negative"Expresses disgust at the look of the dish."
Negative"The user humorously refers to the combination of gnocchi and a bread bowl as a "big back" thing."
Neutral"Sarcastically asks if the dish is carb-free."
Neutral"The user expresses that $15 is too expensive for this dish, referring to it as a "$6 snack" and "crazy"."
Negative"States the dish looks like "crap"."
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