Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 861-2434
Address: 1559 2 AVENUE 10028
Authentic Neapolitan pizza & classic Italian pasta dishes w/ a cozy, old-school vibe.
This Italian spot offers a taste of old-school charm with modern culinary twists, specializing in authentic Neapolitan pizza and classic pasta dishes. While many praise the traditional flavors and cozy ambiance, some find certain unique pasta preparations to be less appealing or overpriced. Overall, it's a beloved neighborhood gem for those seeking a genuine Italian dining experience.
Specializing in Neapolitan pizza and classic Italian cuisine, this restaurant is a hit for its traditional flavors. While praised for its authentic pizza, a specific pasta dish involving gnocchi in a bread bowl garnered significant criticism for its perceived high price and questionable value, with many users joking about its carb-heaviness and appearance. However, other pasta dishes, like those tossed in a cheese wheel, have been positively received.
"The restaurant is frequently recommended for its authentic Neapolitan pizza. Other positively mentioned dishes include pasta tossed in a cheese wheel."
Customers generally enjoy the traditional Italian fare and authentic Neapolitan pizzas, though some unique pasta dishes have received mixed reviews regarding value and execution.
Important Note
One specific pasta dish (gnocchi in a bread bowl) has received significant negative attention for its perceived high cost and questionable presentation.
"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"."
Negative"The user jokingly asks if the dish comes with mashed potatoes."
Neutral"San Matteo for old school Italian style with modern twists"
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