Pizza & pasta deals that slap! Known for killer pepperoni pizza & $12 pasta lunch specials.
This Italian eatery is making waves with its well-executed pasta dishes and standout pizza, particularly the pepperoni and sausage. They're also known for a surprisingly good kale Caesar wrap with grilled chicken. Their reputation on Reddit is bolstered by a highly praised $12 pasta lunch special that extends into early dinner, making it a popular and affordable choice.
This Italian restaurant offers a variety of popular dishes including a highly recommended pepperoni and sausage pizza. The $12 pasta lunch special, available until 4 pm and even on certain evenings, is frequently mentioned and praised, with dishes like penne funghi and kale Caesar salad receiving specific nods. While generally well-regarded, one user questioned its ranking compared to other Italian options in the Upper West Side.
"The pepperoni and sausage pizza is highly recommended, as are the $12 pasta lunch specials, with the penne funghi and kale caesar salad being specific highlights. The kale Caesar wrap with grilled chicken is also noted as a surprisingly good option."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently highlighting the value of their $12 pasta lunch specials and praising specific dishes like the pepperoni and sausage pizza and kale Caesar wrap.
Important Note
One user expressed skepticism about the restaurant's ranking, suggesting that other Italian establishments in the Upper West Side might offer superior dining experiences.
"Fumo is listed as a dining option."
Neutral"The commenter further clarifies that the list represents what was most upvoted in the subreddit, indicating what was talked about, and not necessarily an objective measure of quality between similar restaurants."
Neutral"The user seeks clarification on the list's purpose, asking if it's not about good food, then what it signifies, after receiving an explanation that it's based on post upvotes."
Neutral"In response to a query about Fumo's ranking, the commenter explains that the list is based on post upvotes within the subreddit, not necessarily a direct comparison of food quality."
Neutral"Following up on a previous comment, the user corrects their statement about Accademia's location, noting it is actually below 96th street."
Neutral"The user questions Fumo's high ranking, stating there are better Italian options in the Upper West Side, such as Arco, Accademia, Bosino, and Pisticci."
Negative"This user surprisingly keeps returning to Fumo for their kale Caesar wrap with grilled chicken, appreciating the char and crunchy kale."
Positive"The user mentions that Fumo has a good deal with $12 pasta on Sundays and Mondays."
Positive"This commenter highlights Fumo for its $12 pasta night, which they describe as being very good."
Positive"The user suggests Fumo for their $12 lunch special, which includes a pasta and salad. They specifically mention the penne funghi and kale caesar as being very good."
Positive"This commenter points out that Fumo, located on the Upper East Side and Kips Bay, offers $12 pasta lunch specials that run until 4 pm, making them an option for early dinner as well."
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