Cozy LES Italian gem w/ incredible house-made pastas like short rib agnolotti & carbonara. Perfect date spot or solo dining destination.
This cozy Lower East Side Italian spot, open since 2020, is a must-try for pasta enthusiasts. They offer a la carte and tasting menus, starting with delicious focaccia and a popular fried cacio e pepe risotto ball. Standout dishes include the short rib agnolotti and classic carbonara, all served in a perfect, low-lit atmosphere ideal for dates or solo dining.
Forsythia is lauded for its outstanding fresh pasta, with the short rib agnolotti and classic carbonara being frequently highlighted as must-try dishes. While the pasta is generally considered top-notch, some diners find the restaurant to be on the expensive side. One commenter found the short rib agnolotti to be tasty but a bit too rich, suggesting it could benefit from a balancing element.
"The short rib agnolotti is consistently recommended and praised by multiple users as a standout dish. The pasta in general is highly regarded, with some calling it the best they've had in the city."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Forsythia, frequently praising its exceptional pasta dishes and inviting atmosphere, though some mention it can be pricey.
Important Note
Some diners find the restaurant to be quite expensive for the portions, and one commenter noted that influencers filming detracted from the atmosphere.
"The user has a reservation at Forsythia for Friday evening during their NYC trip."
Positive"This user included Forsythia among other solid, less talked about Italian spots in Manhattan."
Positive"Forsythia is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"Forsythia is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"Forsythia is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"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."
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