Long known for its beautiful seasonal decor, SERRA by Birreria, the rooftop at Eataly’s Flatiron location, stuns patrons again with its blooming greenhouse-style decorations. Inspired by the Italian countryside, the rooftop space is overflowing with greenery, subtle pops of color, and woven basket-style lighting. In keeping with the lush and fresh spring decor, the restaurant also features fresh, seasonal specialties […]

Osteria 57, an unassuming subterranean restaurant on West 10th Street, is a picturesque Italian spot that at first glance, encourages only nursing bottles of wine and twirling spaghetti over long, intimate dinners. Tweaking the business model of a traditional osteria, the owners have recently launched “a liquor program with a higher purpose,” which ties into the values and goals of […]

The South Street Seaport is a great place to hang out during New York City’s summer months, but now you have an excuse to go year round. Acqua is a small Italian restaurant right on the corner of Peck Slip and Water Street that will instantly enchant you. Wooden floors, vintage tables and chairs and red brick walls give the […]

A Tuscan neighborhood spot draws in quite a crowd to the Upper West Side’s Bella Luna. Originally opened in 1988, the restaurant has a menu that would overwhelm anyone, with a handful of appetizer and salad options, plenty of pastas and pizzas, and even entree options like braised lamb shank and grilled salmon. And with a menu so robust, it’s […]

Opening a restaurant in New York City is one of the riskiest investments a person can make.  The ROI is low, and the New York City food scene is as fickle as a teenage girl’s interest in music: what’s trending one minute is long gone the next.  That being said, any commitment to this wild business endeavor requires a certain […]

New York is filled with boundless treasures, and even for the jaded New Yorkers there are still surprises around every corner. While taking a stroll around Alphabet City, people will be surprised to find a hidden gem on East 4th Street between Avenue A and Avenue B. In Vino has been serving the neighborhood for over 12 years, and recently […]

Lounging and strolling through Central Park is a spring and summertime favorite pastime, but oftentimes you don’t want to settle down with a street dog. Keep your refreshing day going strong with a tasty reprieve inside Villagio on the Park. The spacious restaurant overlooks the park, with full-length window doors that open out onto the sidewalk, giving diners fresh air […]

On the corner of 114th Street and Pleasant Avenue in East Harlem sits a restaurant that every foodie dreams to dine at, but few are able to walk through the red doors. Since its opening in 1896, Rao’s has entertained past presidents, celebrities and everyone in between, while serving family style Italian cuisine. The intimate Rao’s experience begins when you are […]

In a city blanketed with restaurants, especially specializing in Italian cuisine, people might feel they tried it all, but there are always hidden gems in Manhattan. Nestled on the corner of Bleecker Street and 7th Avenue in the West Village is Pagani, a refreshing take on Italian cuisine while paying homage to the building’s past. Walking through the doors of Pagani, […]

New York City has no shortage of Italian cuisine. One of the city’s favorite staples has been Dopo Teatro, a trattoria in the famous theater district of Manhattan. Dopo Teatro has been synonymous with fine Italian cuisine for many years and they decided to bring their extraordinary cuisine to the Upper East Side. Italian being my favorite food, I was all […]