Sister to Rezdôra, this spot wows w/ authentic Campania cuisine & exceptional handmade pasta. A must for pasta lovers!
Experience the authentic flavors of Italy's Campania region at this acclaimed Italian eatery, a sister establishment to Rezdôra. Renowned for its exceptional handmade pasta, the menu invites sharing with a variety of small plates and expertly crafted pasta dishes. From the unique "If pasta fredda was eaten in Amalfi" to the decadent "Cheesemakers raviolini," each dish showcases the chef's skill and dedication to quality ingredients. It's a must-visit for pasta lovers seeking a refined yet approachable dining experience.
Specializing in cuisine from Italy's Campania region, this restaurant is celebrated for its outstanding handmade pasta. Dishes like the 'Summer squash pizza' and various pasta creations such as 'Corteccia,' 'Mezzelune,' and 'Candele' are highly recommended. While the quality is consistently praised, some diners find the portions to be on the smaller side, suggesting it's a place to explore multiple dishes.
"The summer squash pizza and a variety of handmade pasta dishes like Corteccia, Mezzelune, and Candele are highly recommended. The 'Rigatoni with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Ragu' is also singled out as a 'sleeper hit.'"
Customers rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, particularly the expertly crafted handmade pasta dishes. While most find the food and ambiance to be excellent, some note that the portions can be small and reservations may be challenging to secure.
Important Note
Some diners have noted that the portions can be small, and securing a reservation may be challenging.
"This user stated that the service at Massara's new location is consistently the worst they've experienced at a higher-end restaurant in NYC."
Negative"Massara was included in a list of NYC restaurants that provide matchbooks."
Positive"Massara is mentioned as a personal favorite."
Positive"An employee clarifies that Massara management was assessing the situation and eventually cancelled all reservations, refuting claims that they intended to proceed with service."
Neutral"A former coworker claims that issues have been experienced at Massara and alleges that there was a consideration to continue service despite the fire incident."
Negative"A user agrees that the original post's claims about negligence at Massara are suspect, noting the lack of specific details provided."
Neutral"An employee states there was no negligence from Massara's side regarding the fire, implying that the accusations in the original post are false."
Neutral"An employee strongly denies that Massara ever discussed or entertained a premature reopening during unsafe conditions, explaining that the basement was flooded after closing."
Neutral"An employee refutes the original post's claims about Massara's management, stating that reopening was never considered after the fire and that the post is a malicious attempt to harm the restaurant."
Neutral"A user reiterates concerns about the alleged willingness of Massara to serve guests despite safety hazards from the fire, viewing it as completely wrong."
Negative"A user highly praises Massara's pasta, indicating it's delicious enough to "die happy.""
Positive"Massara is listed as a top choice among recommended Italian restaurants."
Positive"Massara is listed as a recommended Italian restaurant."
Neutral"Massara looks like it might fit the bill for the desired dining experience."
Neutral"The commenter had a consistently mediocre experience at Massara across two visits. This was surprising given their positive opinion of Rezdora's pasta."
Negative"Despite Massara having smaller portions than Misi, the commenter believes that Massara's food and service are superior."
Positive"The quality of food at Massara is comparable to Misi, but its pasta portions are small, similar to pasta tapas. Massara's atmosphere is better suited for an anniversary dinner."
Neutral"The commenter explicitly states that they do not recommend Massara."
Negative"Massara offers very small portions, implying one would need to order multiple dishes, even multiples of the same dish, to feel full."
Negative"Massara has small portions, making other restaurants seem large in comparison. However, the commenter highlights specific dishes like scallops/Capesante, Crudo pizette, and the tiny pasta dishes Corteccia, Mezzelune, and Candele as excellent."
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