Piccola Cucina Estiatorio

The salmon appetizer was extremely flavorful, the freshness of fig blended well with the smoked salmon and cream sauce. Each bite and combination has its own distinct aroma. Something worthy of two slices of bread😋 it’s perhaps not for someone who’s extremely into the original flavor of things/like eating cucumbers or tomatoes raw.<br><br>The lobster linguine was also well seasoned, with half a lobster on the side and some lobster meat directly in the pasta.<br><br>The pasta plate looks small but the portions are very filling<br><br>It’s quite a small place so expect to be crammed in a tiny table! Although it seems like the norm now in restaurants🙂‍↕️

Their pastas are very delicious! We love the pesto rigatoni with lobster and shrimp ragu, the rigatoni is very chewy and the sauce is on point! The ragu truffle tagliatelle is a little salty, truffle is a hint, but still very delicious. Little disappointed on Lobster and shrimp scampi linguine, the sauce is not flavorful enough so the noodles are a bit plain. But overall it tastes good. Different locations seems to have different menu, we would definitely like to come back sometime!

Today’s special of an octopus pasta was great! We especially enjoyed the (large amount) antipasti: a dish of fried calamari. The staffs were just so amazing! Great vibe too. We definitely will go again and highly recommend!

The food at this restaurant is truly excellent and stays deeply rooted in the traditions of Italian cuisine, even if there are a few minor adjustments to better suit American standards. The interior of the place is absolutely beautiful and provides a great atmosphere, but what really makes the difference is the fantastic service. The staff members are incredibly helpful and genuinely kind, making you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. For the quality of the food and the overall experience, the price is perfectly fair. It is a wonderful spot for anyone looking for high-quality Italian flavors in a stunning setting with top-notch hospitality.

lovely experience having a meal here. cozy place tucked away from the other 2 outlets down the corner!<br><br>food: i had the tagliatelle w wild boar ragu and truffle and it was super delicious! truffle taste might be too strong for some but i personally liked it :) meal was filling and no need for dessert/appetisers tbh<br><br>service: very attentive servers and food came pretty quickly after ordering! they even offered to take my coat for a coat check, and they're especially attentive with the water HAHA (restaurant was about 50-70% capacity at 230pm when we came, fyi)

Had a wonderful dinner here! The drinks and food were both excellent. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. I especially loved the lemon cheesecake for dessert, which was perfectly balanced and refreshing. The pasta and fish dishes were also very well done. On top of that, our server Alex was incredibly nice and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. I truly enjoyed the dinner and would definitely come back.

TLDR: Solid pasta spot, cozy ambiance.<br><br>Went to this spot with some friends - pastas were good, a bit indistinguishable flavor wise, but enjoyed them for the most part. It’s kinda funny that there’s a restaurant right next door that’s a part of the same chain. No free bread :(<br><br>Mains:<br>- Maccheroni alla Norma (eggplant tomato pasta, was pretty tasty)<br>- Cavatelli con ragù di agnello e porcini (lamb ragù, was generally pretty good, especially the mushrooms)<br>- Fusilloni di Gragnano con scampi, burrata, pomodorini e rucola (seafood tomato pasta, def the most flavorful)

Came here for a quick lunch and really enjoyed it. Ordered fennel & orange salad + mazara red shrimp carpaccio and it was a perfect match: salad was fresh and juicy, shrimps were creamy and delicious. A a big fan of raw red shrimps I can say it was very good ❤️

So cozy and homey! Every dish looked delicious but I settled on the Tagliatelle Verde W/ Boar Ragu - it was amazing! Decadent but not too heavy. Service was wonderful and they make the space work so well.

I tried the lobster pasta and the beef ravioli here.<br>Both dishes were rich and flavorful, but the portions are on the smaller side.<br><br>The lobster pasta was the highlight—savory, well seasoned, and easy to finish.<br>The beef ravioli, however, had a lot more cheese than expected. The first few bites were great, but the heavy cheese made it a bit overwhelming halfway through. If you don’t handle dairy well, just be prepared.<br><br>Service was friendly and the atmosphere was cozy.<br>Good spot if you like rich, strong flavors, but consider balancing your order with something lighter

Everything was great. It is a smaller place but I like that it’s a bit off the path and not some scammy restaurant in little Italy that tries to force you to sit down and buy a “special” for $60.<br>Staff is nice. Variety of dishes. I’d say it’s slightly expensive but you get what you pay for and I understand it’s NYC. I would go back. I had the lasagna and it was a little different from normal lasagna you’d get anywhere else(mostly in terms of the sauce). But you can tell it’s fresh and they use good ingredients.

I decided to go for lunch because the reviews were great and a friend of mine said the food at another restaurant in the same group was delicious. Maybe my expectations were too high. For some reason, our table was skipped when they explained the daily specials. I ordered the porcini pasta, but the guanciale had a burnt taste, and overall it was overly salty, leaving me very thirsty afterward. There are many good restaurants around, so I’m not sure if I would come back.

Amazing experience! Highly recommend — the staff were so nice and welcoming. I got a wine recommendation and it was absolutely delicious. They even have gluten-free options!<br><br>It truly felt like being in Italy. The pasta was unique and flavorful, and the lobster pasta came in such a generous portion that the price felt more than reasonable. I can’t wait to come back!

Hector was awesome. Excellent waiter. Good suggestions, great service, very attentive. Spoke fluent Spanish and English which was a great help<br><br>The food was fabulous. Every meal was better than the next. We had eight people. They accommodate us all without issue.<br><br>The dessert was great. Definitely will come back many times.

This restaurant is absolutely charming and delightfully petite. You can really tell the owner put so much heart into the decor — every corner is filled with thoughtful details. The cozy atmosphere, combined with the fisherman and boat-themed decorations, gives off strong Mediterranean vibes.<br><br>The service was outstanding. The staff was incredibly professional and took the time to explain everything on the menu in detail, with so much patience and care. It made the whole experience feel even more personal and warm.<br><br>The food was exceptionally fresh and flavorful. We ordered a pasta dish and a beautifully cooked fish, but the real star for me was the grilled octopus appetizer. It was just as tender and delicious as what I’ve had in Europe — easy to chew, bursting with freshness and natural sweetness.<br><br>This place is truly a hidden gem — it’s just so cute and special. I’ll definitely be coming back!