Sicilian-inspired Italian w/ unique arancini & standout prosciutto pizza. Cozy vibes, but can get loud.
This Italian spot in Hell's Kitchen offers a cozy and intimate dining experience, perfect for date nights or a relaxed meal. Critics rave about their unique Sicilian-inspired dishes, with particular praise for their arancini sampler and prosciutto pizza. While generally well-regarded, some find it 'mid' compared to other Italian options in the area, and it can get quite loud during peak hours.
This restaurant specializes in Sicilian-inspired Italian cuisine. Standout dishes include the arancini sampler, baked pasta with eggplant, and a highly praised prosciutto pizza. While many find the food unique and delicious, with one commenter even comparing it favorably to Neapolitan pizza, a few reviews suggest it's 'mid' or not as exceptional as other local Italian options.
"Highly recommended dishes include the arancini sampler, baked pasta with eggplant, prosciutto pizza, and the Busiate al Pesto Trapanese. The 'cabbucio' is also noted as a dish worth trying."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, praising the unique Sicilian flavors and specific dishes like arancini and prosciutto pizza. However, some note it can be loud and compare it less favorably to other Italian spots in the area.
Important Note
The restaurant can get very loud, and some diners feel it is 'mid' or not as exceptional as other Italian options in Hell's Kitchen. Wait times might be significant for larger groups.
"The post author is organizing a pizza tour across Manhattan and lists Norma as one of the pizzerias to visit."
Neutral"The commenter expressed love for Norma's, recalling great food and cozy vibes from a previous visit. They also specifically mentioned still thinking about their arancini."
Positive"Normas on 9th avenue is suggested as a more family-rustic, though less chic, alternative to Bocca de Bacco."
Positive"Norma on 9th is suggested, but the commenter notes it might not meet the specified budget."
Neutral"Norma's Hell Kitchen is listed among many good restaurants in the area and is described as a Sicilian restaurant suitable for a solo diner."
Positive"Norma's in Hell's Kitchen was recommended as a place where casual clothes are okay."
Positive"The commenter listed Norma's Hell's Kitchen as a recommendation, noting it would be worth the travel, and later confirmed it's okay to wear casual clothes."
Positive"Norma is recommended for its authentic Italian cuisine."
Positive"Normas in Hell's Kitchen is described as being very loud."
Negative"Normas in Hell's Kitchen is described as being very loud."
Negative"This user seconded the recommendation for Norma. They specifically recommended the "cabbucio" and noted that the food was comparable to meals in Rome but with faster service."
Positive"A user simply recommended Norma."
Positive"This restaurant in Hell's Kitchen is described as awesome and cheap."
Positive"Norma is stated to be Sicilian inspired, and unlike Bocca Di Bacco, it is run by Italians. Bocca Di Bacco's reviews don't trend well, and the commenter hasn't eaten there recently."
Neutral"Norma is considered "mid" in comparison to Bocca Di Bacco, which is deemed much better in the Hell's Kitchen area."
Negative"Norma was good but not great for the commenter, although they liked the cute decor."
Neutral"Norma is a favorite in Hell's Kitchen, with the commenter craving their Busiate al Pesto Trapanese."
Positive"Norma in Hell's Kitchen is described as smaller and intimate, with Sicilian-inspired cuisine. It's noted that the restaurant is run by Italians, unlike Bocca Di Bacco."
Positive"Manganaros on 9th Avenue is mentioned with regret, implying it is no longer in business."
Negative"Norma, a Sicilian restaurant, is recommended because even its "regular" dishes taste different from typical joints, and are good."
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