Authentic, cash-only Italian w/ incredible pasta & tiramisu. Tiny spot, big flavor.
Lillo, a neighborhood favorite in Cobble Hill, is a popular dinner spot known for its exceptional lasagna ragu, meatballs, and fettuccine with speck.
This intimate Italian eatery in Brooklyn is celebrated for its authentic, no-frills pasta dishes, often prepared and served by the owner himself. While the ambiance is often described as cozy due to its small size and simple decor, the food consistently receives high praise, with specific mentions of their rich fettuccine with speck and exceptional tiramisu.
This Italian restaurant is highly praised for its authentic pasta dishes, with the fettuccine with speck and tiramisu being standout items. Customers note that the food is made with care, often by the owner, contributing to its genuine Italian flavors. While the menu is simple, the quality of the pasta and desserts is consistently highlighted as excellent.
"The fettuccine with speck and lasagna ragu are highly recommended, as is their tiramisu, which is noted for its excellent coffee flavor."
Customers rave about the authentic, homemade pasta and standout tiramisu, often highlighting the owner's personal touch. Despite the restaurant's very small size and simple decor, the food quality makes it a highly recommended spot.
Important Note
The restaurant is very small, seating only about ten people, and lacks a liquor license. The decor and lighting have been described as basic or even 'brutal'. It is a cash-only establishment.
"This commenter finds Lillo Cucina cozy due to the owner's warm demeanor, despite the 'torched' decor."
Positive"Echoing the previous comment, this user also humorously urges the deletion of the recommendation for Lillo Cucina."
Neutral"This user humorously requests the comment about Lillo Cucina be deleted, implying it's too good a secret to share widely."
Neutral"This commenter highlights Lillo Cucina as a hidden gem with excellent pasta, despite its brutal lighting, lack of liquor license, and janky menu, noting the owner is often the sole worker."
Positive"Lillo in Brooklyn was recommended."
Positive"Lillo Cucina Italiana is recommended, described as a great place where a single Italian man makes and serves pasta."
Positive"The commenter's personal favorite tiramisu in the city is from Lillo Cucina Italiana, noting its particularly good coffee flavor. They also speculate that Mia's nearby might have good coffee cakes."
Positive"The commenter confirms Lillo Cucina is a great pasta spot but very tight, seating only about ten people. They recall a challenging experience with a family and a baby stroller."
Neutral"Lillo Cucina in Brooklyn is mentioned as a very small restaurant."
Neutral"The commenter also recommends Lillo Cucina in Cobble Hill for tiramisu."
Positive"The commenter recommends Lillo Cucina Italiana on Henry St in Brooklyn."
Positive"This user recommends Lillo Cucina Italiano for authentic, no-frills pasta made by an Italian man, as a better option for visitors."
Positive"Agrees with the recommendation for Lillo Cucina Italiana and humorously asks to keep it a secret."
Positive"Recommends Lillo Cucina Italiana."
Positive"Commenter enjoyed this cash-only Italian takeout spot in the Brooklyn Heights/Dumbo area."
Positive"User lists Lillo Cucina Italiana in Brooklyn as one of their favorite places they plan to eat at after finishing an elimination diet."
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