Upscale Italian w/ exceptional pastas & luxe ingredients. Great for special occasions.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Santi, an Italian restaurant in Midtown East praised for its exceptional pastas and thoughtful use of luxury ingredients, making it ideal for special occasions.
This Italian gem, helmed by a former Marea chef, offers a refined dining experience in Midtown East. It's lauded for its exceptional, handmade pastas and thoughtful use of luxury ingredients, making it a prime spot for special occasions.
Santi is celebrated for its refined Italian cuisine, with a particular emphasis on expertly crafted, handmade pastas. Dishes like the Gamberi Rossi crudo, Garganelli with truffle butter, and Pansotti squid-ink pasta are frequently highlighted as must-tries. While generally receiving high praise, the price point is noted as being on the higher side.
"The handmade pastas, including the Garganelli with truffle butter, Pansotti squid-ink pasta, and busiate, are highly recommended. The Gamberi Rossi crudo is also a standout."
Customers rave about the incredible food, particularly the pastas, and the beautiful decor. The restaurant is considered a standout with excellent service.
Important Note
The restaurant can be pricey, and one diner found a specific dessert too orange for their liking, though generally delicious.
"The user enjoyed their dinner at Santi, praising the bread, quail appetizer, salad, pastas, and a mocktail. While the lamb entre was good, a dessert was too orange for their taste, despite being otherwise delicious. The overall experience, including atmosphere, was positive, though the meal duration might be unsuitable for some."
Positive"This commenter also recommended Santi for the occasion."
Positive"Santi was recommended as a dining option for the occasion."
Positive"This user recommended Santi, highlighting that all their pastas are handmade."
Positive"Santi is recommended for a fancy celebration, with a private room available upstairs."
Positive"This commenter simply suggested 'Santi'."
Neutral"The user enjoys sitting at the bar at Santi and finds that ordering crudi, antipasti, and primi dishes makes for a full and interesting meal without needing a main course."
Positive"A commenter simply mentioned 'Santi'."
Neutral"This user stated that the crudos and pasta at Santi were " " (fire emojis)."
Positive"Recommended the tagliatelle with blue crab and bomba calabrese at Santi."
Positive"Recommended the tagliatelle with blue crab and bomba calabrese at Santi."
Positive"Santi is suggested for those interested in high-end Italian dining."
Positive"This user suggested Santi for those who enjoyed Marea in the past."
Positive"The original poster has enjoyed most of Michael White's restaurants and thanks the commenter for the suggestion of Santi."
Positive"Had a wonderful dinner at Santi, Michael White's new restaurant."
Positive"Santi is recommended as an Italian dining option in Midtown."
Positive"The commenter suggests checking out Santi."
Positive"Santi is a great restaurant and has a suitable space for a large group dinner."
Positive"The food at Santi is excellent, making it a good option for a large work dinner."
Positive"The commenter expressed a strong desire to see Santi receive a Michelin star."
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