Italianissimo

This is a small, local place on the UES that consistently delivers to a very entitled crowd. Food and service is excellent. The specials, and everything on the menu, and the drinks, are delicious, every single time. And you can order off menu, and they are genuinely nice.

I’ve eaten Italian all over the city, and this is truly the best. I come here as often as I can. The fried calamari, daily specials - especially the fish, and the pasta is phenomenal. The staff is incredibly kind, patient, and thoughtful.

The food was delicious: I had the chicken, red pepper, and sausage entree. The space is tiny, and I'm sure the servers feel pressure to turn over as many tables as possible, but we were rushed to pay the check.

Service is a little slow but 5 stars for the food coming out hot and al dente.