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Casual Italian eatery offering patio seating & a menu of classic pastas, seafood & pizza creations.
What to order: Arancini (Risotto Rice Balls) · Aperol Spritz · Pomegranate SparklerFrom Google Maps reviews.
If you’re looking for a great date spot, Il Piccolo Bufalo is it. The atmosphere is dim and romantic, making it the perfect setting for a night out with my husband. The highlight of the meal was definitely the arancini—they were heavenly and cooked to absolute perfection. What really made the night, though, was the service. The staff is upbeat, attentive, and genuinely friendly; we felt like we were among family from the moment we sat down. We will definitely be back!" Their sangria is a must!
Honest review~ We were stuck on Valentine's Day when our plans in Little Italy fell through at the last minute. Our timing was right at Il Piccolo Bufalo - despite lines outside every other place on Mulberry, we were able to get a table. Shout out to Alex, who was super friendly and a real "character". We had to flag him down to order, as he seemed to forget us a bit, and I'd be lying if I didn't say there were some dropped plates...but his charm and affability made up for his distraction.
We had a wonderful bite and bev (aperol spritz $10) from Piccolo Buffalo in Little Italy! 10/10 recommend. Alex welcomed us in and Luna was an attentive server.
From the Apr 30, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Damaged canned food wasn't set aside and marked 'do not use'.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.