A modern Italian-American gem with creative twists on classics [1, 2]. Famous for its viral Pinwheel Lasagna and citrusy Chrysanthemum Salad [1, 3].
Don Angie is a trendy Italian-American restaurant in Greenwich Village, celebrated for its creative and modern take on classic dishes [1, 2]. While some find it overrated due to its popularity and the difficulty in securing reservations, many patrons praise its delicious food and unique presentations, with specific mentions of the Chrysanthemum Salad and Pinwheel Lasagna [1, 2, 3]. The restaurant is recognized on the NYT top 100 list for 2025 with a Michelin selection, indicating its esteemed culinary status [4].
Don Angie offers a modern Italian-American menu with creative interpretations of classic dishes. While some find the food over-salted or overrated, highlights include the praised Chrysanthemum Salad [1, 2] and the acclaimed Pinwheel Lasagna [1, 3]. Other dishes like ragu and gnocchi also receive positive mentions [4]. Entrees are noted as not exceptional by some, but appetizers and sides are generally well-received [4].
"Recommended dishes include the Chrysanthemum Salad, which is praised for its citrusy flavor, and the Pinwheel Lasagna, often cited as a must-try [1, 3]. Other positively mentioned items include ragu and gnocchi [4]."
Customer sentiment is divided, with some viewing Don Angie as overrated and a 'tourist trap' [1], while others consistently praise its delicious, well-crafted food and have had great experiences [2, 3].
Important Note
Securing a reservation at Don Angie is notoriously difficult due to high demand. Some reviews suggest that the restaurant's popularity has led to a decline in quality and service, with claims of fast table turnover and a focus on PR over substance. There are also mentions of dishes being over-salted or mediocre by some diners.
"Don Angie is mentioned on the NYT top 100 list for 2025 with a Michelin selection."
Neutral"The user suggested Don Angie as a lively option for a grad dinner for a party of 8, recommending booking as soon as possible due to high demand during grad season."
Positive"This user mentioned Don Angie as a favorite Italian restaurant that is very hard to get into."
Positive"Don Angie is mentioned as a highly anticipated restaurant with attainable reservations."
Positive"The commenter suggests Red Hook Tavern for a juicy burger and Hometown BBQ for brisket, implying other options like Au Cheval have smash burgers."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Don Angie as a really good Italian restaurant."
Positive"A strong agreement with a previous negative comment about Don Angie."
Negative"The commenter finds most restaurants hyped on Reddit to be overrated."
Negative"This user strongly dislikes dining at Don Angie, citing atrocious, pretentious service and mediocre food."
Negative"This commenter believes Don Angie has been subpar since its opening in 2018, attributing its popularity to effective PR and its appeal to a specific demographic, with only the flatbread being decent."
Negative"This user found the service at Don Angie to be mediocre but praised the lasagna and Chrysanthemum Salad."
Neutral"The commenter shares frustration with the difficulty of booking popular restaurants like Don Angie and L'Artusi, feeling the experience is not worth the effort for dishes like pasta wheels."
Negative"This comment labels Don Angie as a tourist trap, citing high prices, mediocre food, and ownership by a large private equity group."
Negative"The commenter expresses boredom with repetitive "overrated" posts about popular NYC restaurants like Don Angie, Semma, Rezdora, and Torrisi."
Neutral"This commenter agrees with the negative sentiment towards Don Angie."
Negative"The comment suggests that many Italian restaurants in the West Village, including Don Angie, cater to an Instagram-focused crowd and are thus overrated."
Negative"This commenter agrees that much of the food at Don Angie was over-salted, echoing a previous negative review."
Negative"A delivery person comments on seeing unsanitary conditions in restaurant kitchens and advises trying to cook at home to save money."
Neutral"This guide suggests managing expectations for Don Angie as an Instagram-hyped Italian-American restaurant, recommends walking in on weekdays or Saturdays for better service, and lists the salad, ragu, gnocchi, sweet potatoes, and tiramisu as best items, noting entrees are not exceptional."
Neutral"This user questions if Don Angie is overrated or simply past its prime, noting it was good about seven years ago."
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