Italian meets Southern US fusion w/ a cozy vibe. Known for standout pastas & hot chicken Milanese.
This charming Italian restaurant, nestled in Brooklyn, offers a unique fusion of Southern US flavors with its traditional Roman cuisine. The intimate, homey space buzzes with diners eager to explore a focused menu. Standout dishes include the pappardelle with braised ham hock and collard greens, and the hot chicken Milanese. Their curated wine list complements the adventurous yet comforting dishes.
The cuisine is a unique Italian and Southern US fusion, with many recommending the pasta dishes, particularly the ramp pasta and the ham hock and collard green pasta. The hot chicken Milanese is also noted as a standout.
"Customers highly recommend the pasta dishes, including the unique ramp pasta and the flavorful ham hock and collard green pasta. The hot chicken Milanese is also a popular choice."
Customers generally praise the unique fusion of Italian and Southern US flavors, often highlighting specific pasta dishes and the intimate atmosphere.
Important Note
One user noted that this restaurant, along with others in the area, has overpriced menus for its location.
"The author suggests Popina on Columbia St for a rigatoni dish with guanciale that has a pleasant heat."
Positive"Popina is recommended for Italian food, described as offering a modern twist on traditional dishes and having a great location."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for the Columbia Waterfront area, noting it has a great backyard if the weather is good."
Positive"This commenter lists Popina as one of their personal long-time favorites."
Positive"The author describes this as a tiny Italian restaurant with a big heart, run by an experienced chef."
Positive"Popina is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"Popina is highlighted for its Italian/Southern US fusion, with an emphasis on its Italian aspect."
Positive"Popina is recommended for its Southern US influences and its great ham hock and collard green pasta."
Positive"Popina in Brooklyn is currently serving an amazing ramp pasta."
Positive"This commenter believes Popina, along with Cafe Spaghetti and Swoony's, has overpriced menus for their location near Columbia and Union."
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