Cozy Italian eatery known for its pasta dishes and intimate ambiance, ideal for date nights.
This Italian spot in Chelsea offers a cozy and intimate dining experience, often recommended for date nights. While some find it a reliable choice with consistent food, others have had less impressive experiences, with one user noting a significant wait time and mediocre dishes.
This Italian restaurant is noted for its pasta dishes, with several being vegetarian-friendly. While some specific dishes like the octopus and lamb chops have received high praise, other diners have found the food to be unremarkable or mediocre. There is also a mention of only one dedicated vegetarian entree.
"The octopus is highly recommended, with one reviewer calling it their favorite in the city. Other praised dishes include the filet with truffle butter and pappardelle."
Customer feedback is mixed, with some praising its reliable food and cozy atmosphere, while others report disappointing experiences with service and dish quality.
Important Note
One commenter mentioned that the original owners sold the restaurant about 20 years ago, and a significant wait time was reported by another diner.
"This is a nicer Italian restaurant option in Chelsea."
Neutral"The author mentioned that the lamb chops were great at Da Andrea a couple of weeks prior."
Positive"The author reported a horrible experience at Da Andrea, involving a 30-minute wait after their reservation time and receiving mediocre to bad food."
Negative"The author mentions that the original Da Andrea was a favorite about 20 years ago, but the owners have since sold it. For Italian in Chelsea, they suggest Cucina Alba but haven't tried it, and recommend Spanish options like Txikito, Salinas, and Tia Pol."
Negative"The author was disappointed with Da Andrea, finding it unremarkable, and prefers Portale in the same area. They noted that both burrata and octopus are on the menu at Da Andrea, with the octopus being their favorite in the city."
Negative"The author had a lackluster experience at the Chelsea location, contrasting it with a positive experience at the Greenwich Village branch. They recommend Portale over Da Andrea in Chelsea."
Negative"Responding to a comparison between Da Umberto and Da Andrea, the author notes that Da Umberto is more expensive but offers superior food. They found Da Andrea reliable when they lived nearby but not exceptional."
Neutral"The author had a fantastic experience at Da Andrea the previous weekend, highlighting the filet with truffle butter, tuna tartar, and pappardelle as delicious."
Positive"The author prefers Da Umberto to Da Andrea."
Negative"This user supports the recommendation for Da Andrea, calling it one of their favorites."
Positive"Da Andreas is a solid pick with a cozy vibe and consistent food, offering a quiet date-night energy without being pretentious. Their pasta portions are noted as hitting the perfect spot."
Positive"Da Andrea is recommended as a nice dining option."
Neutral"Da Andrea, located on the corner of 18th St and 8th Ave, is recommended for its great Italian food."
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