Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieLongtime restaurant serving classic Italian fare & old-country wines in cozy, brick-walled quarters.
What to order: Pappardelle al Ragu' di Carne · Polpette alla Barese · Lasagne all'Emiliana · Tiramisu della NonnaFrom Google Maps reviews.
When we arrived early on a Thursday evening, we were the only guests in the restaurant. That didn’t last long, the dining room filled up fairly quickly. I’m not sure if that’s typical or if it was because it was the last day of Restaurant Week. Our server was attentive, and the owner was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. I really debated whether or not to write this review. In hindsight, I probably should have spoken to the owner directly. My impression is that he may not regularly taste the
Had dinner here 2 days in a row. 10/10 in every way, with a great selection of wine, a cozy atmosphere, and an amazing owner. My husband, who’s vegan, also had a great time here. So happy to find this restaurant
We stumbled upon this wonderful family-run restaurant during New York Restaurant Week. It was a wonderful experience with delicious food and excellent wine, carefully selected by the restaurant owner. All the best traditions of Italian cuisine were present, from homemade bread with real olive oil to desserts that melted in your mouth. A little gem, Gioconda, in the big city. We highly recommend it.
From the Mar 23, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.