Cozy Italian pasta spot with standout agnolotti & carbonara. Tasting menus available.
Forsythia, a cozy Italian gem on the Lower East Side, has quickly become a go-to for pasta aficionados. Their tasting menus, featuring house-made focaccia and delightful arancini, set the stage for generous, seasonal pasta dishes. Standout options include the rich short rib agnolotti and a classic carbonara, making it a must-try for authentic Italian flavors.
Forsythia is celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine, particularly its pasta dishes. The short rib agnolotti and carbonara are frequently highlighted as must-try items. While most feedback is positive, some find the dishes rich and the prices high, though many still consider it a worthwhile experience.
"The short rib agnolotti and the classic carbonara are highly recommended. The pasta dishes in general are praised, and the bread basket is also noted as being very good."
Customers generally praise Forsythia for its excellent pasta and cozy ambiance, with many recommending it as a top Italian dining choice.
Important Note
Some diners find the restaurant to be expensive and the short rib agnolotti, while tasty, can be quite rich. There's also a mention of influencers negatively impacting the atmosphere.
"In response to a query about the rating, the author explained that while the short rib agnolotti at Forsythia was very tasty and they enjoyed the restaurant's vibe, they found it borderline too rich and felt it could benefit from a contrasting element to be a 9/10."
Neutral"A commenter agreed with the previous user regarding Forsythia."
Neutral"A commenter, who has had the short rib agnolotti at Forsythia many times and rates it a 9/10, asked the original poster why it didn't rank higher."
Neutral"Responding to a comment about the rating, the author reiterated that while the short rib agnolotti at Forsythia was very tasty and they enjoyed the restaurant's vibe, they felt it was borderline too rich and could have used a contrasting element."
Neutral"A commenter expressed disappointment with Forsythia's low rating, stating it's their favorite spot for pasta."
Neutral"The author had short rib agnolotti at Forsythia, rating it 6.5/10, finding it tasty but a bit too rich."
Neutral"Forsythia is suggested for its cozy, neighborhood vibe and offers both a tasting menu and à la carte options."
Positive"Forsythia is mentioned as an option with a candlelit vibe that might be easier to get a reservation for."
Neutral"The user found Forsythia to be a decent experience but not particularly memorable, recalling no specific dishes from their visit a year prior."
Neutral"Forsythia is mentioned as a gem for those leaning towards Italian cuisine."
Positive"This commenter states that Forsythia serves the best pasta they've had in the city in years and considers it a special place."
Positive"This user recommends Forsythia, specifically highlighting the short rib agnolotti and corn ice cream as reasons to go."
Positive"Forsythia was mentioned as a good option nearby, though it was noted as being Italian cuisine."
Neutral"Following up on a previous comment, this user stated that Forsythia was disappointing, with pretty good food but too expensive for what it was, and mediocre space and service."
Negative"The commenter found Forsythia to be good but not amazing and very expensive, stating they likely would not return."
Negative"The commenter recommended Forsythia, though noted that reservations might still be hard to get."
Positive"Forsythia is mentioned as a place to try getting a reservation."
Neutral"The commenter mentioned Forsythia."
Neutral"Forsythia was listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"The commenter expressed positive sentiment towards Forsythia, stating that it would not be a disappointing choice."
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