Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 475-9531
Address: 302 EAST 12 STREET 10003
Classic red sauce Italian w/ a surprisingly robust vegan menu. Old-school NYC vibe, a true East Village gem.
John's of 12th Street is an old-school Italian-American restaurant that has been a neighborhood staple since 1908. It's known for its classic red sauce dishes, cozy ambiance, and surprisingly robust vegan menu, making it a versatile choice for various dining preferences. This East Village gem offers a taste of traditional New York with a modern twist, appealing to both long-time locals and newcomers.
This establishment is celebrated for its traditional Italian-American, red sauce cuisine. Standout dishes mentioned include chicken parm and meatballs, with many specifically recommending their chocolate cheesecake. Notably, the restaurant also offers a comprehensive vegan menu featuring items like seitan marsala and seitan parm, which has garnered positive attention.
"Customers highly recommend the meatballs and the chocolate cheesecake. The restaurant also offers a notable vegan menu with dishes like seitan marsala and seitan parm."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its classic Italian-American food, charming old-school atmosphere, and value. There's also significant positive mention of its extensive vegan options.
Important Note
One commenter noted that the restaurant was previously cash only, but this has since been resolved.
"John's on 12 is mentioned as a suggestion."
Positive"This user provided context that John's of 12th St is a great old-school Italian restaurant that added a vegan menu, possibly in response to a nearby vegan restaurant. They highlighted the vegan seitan parmesan as a good analog and mentioned a Sopranos filming location."
Positive"Following up on the previous comment, the user confirmed that John's of 12th Street is closed on the 25th but might be a good option for the 24th."
Neutral"The commenter recommends John's of 12th Street, an old-school Italian restaurant, noting it has both a regular and a vegan menu. They are unsure if it will be open on Christmas Day."
Positive"This user seconded the recommendation for John's of 12th St, noting it's a cozy, old-school Italian restaurant with a dedicated vegan menu and friendly staff. They also mentioned it's in a historic neighborhood."
Positive"This user also seconded the recommendation for John's of 12th St."
Positive"This user recommended John's of 12th St."
Positive"John's of 12th Street is mentioned as a potential Italian restaurant option."
Neutral"The commenter, who used to live next to John's of 12th, seconds the recommendation, mentioning its appearance in The Sopranos and that one of the servers from the scene still works there."
Positive"John's of 12th in the East Village is recommended for its great old-school vibe and entrees within budget. It has a cool old mob history, operating since 1908."
Positive"Johns on 12th is recommended as an Italian restaurant with a vegan menu. It's noted as having a normal, white tablecloth setting."
Positive"This is an Italian restaurant with a separate vegan menu, featuring options like Seitan Marsala."
Positive"This user suggested John's of 12th Street as a potential Italian restaurant for a birthday dinner, providing a link to its website."
Neutral"The user expressed interest in visiting John's of 12th Street for a while and sees this recommendation as a good time to go."
Positive"The user recommends John's of 12th Street as a fun Italian place with many vegan options or alternatives for their regular menu."
Positive"This commenter expresses surprise that John's of 12th Street was not mentioned by others."
Neutral"John's of 12th St. was recommended for vegan Italian options, specifically as an alternative when non-dairy pizza is desired."
Neutral"John's of 12th Street is not dead, and they reportedly have a good vegan menu."
Positive"The user is inquiring about the optimal time and crowd situation at John's of 12th Street for a group dinner."
Neutral"John's of 12th Street in the East Village is recommended for excellent martinis and consistently good food."
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