Elevated Italian w/ North African accents. Think classic NYC BEC on everything bagel & incredible lamb burger. Killer happy hour too!
This Italian spot from the Anton's owners offers an elevated menu in a larger, airier space with a mature clientele. It's praised for its excellent food, with standout dishes like the octopus salad, Cacio e Pepe, and pork chop. The restaurant is also noted for its beautiful interior design, created by David Bucovy Architect, and a killer happy hour, making it a great choice for various occasions.
This Italian restaurant offers an elevated menu with a slight North African influence. Popular dishes include the octopus salad, Cacio e Pepe, and pork chop. The BEC on an everything bagel and lamb burger are also highly recommended. While most feedback is positive, some customers have noted long weekend lines.
"Highly recommended dishes include the octopus salad, Cacio e Pepe, pork chop, and the lamb burger. The $17 pastas after 9pm are also noted as exceptional."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the food, highlighting excellent dishes and a mature atmosphere. However, some experience frustration with long lines, particularly on weekends.
Important Note
The restaurant can experience long lines, particularly on weekends.
"This user recommended Leon's in Union Sq for their $17 pastas after 9pm, stating they are exceptional."
Positive"Leon's is positively endorsed as being perfect for business."
Positive"Leon's is suggested as a dining option."
Positive"Leon's, located at 12th and Broadway across from the Strand, is recommended for its killer happy hour and light, bright atmosphere, making it suitable for a first date."
Positive"The user expresses frustration with the long lines at Leon's, which they claim clog up the sidewalk every weekend."
Negative"Leon's is mentioned as a potential place for a group to celebrate."
Neutral"Leon's is mentioned as a slightly fancier option suitable for solo dining at the bar."
Positive"The commenter visited Leon's Italian for dinner and found it to be nice but not exceptionally special. They suggested L'Artusi as an alternative and expressed a slight preference for Anton's, which is under the same ownership."
Neutral"Leon's has a great bar area suitable for solo dining, and the lamb burger is highly recommended."
Positive"This user briefly mentioned Leons as a potential restaurant choice."
Neutral"This commenter mentioned that Leon's opened about a year ago, and speculated that this might have divided Anton's attention."
Neutral"Leon's, located south of Flatiron, was recommended as a tasty option for lunch."
Positive"This user lists Leon's as a recommendation."
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