Patzeria Family & Friends
“Patzeria is family owned and sits in the theater district where the dinning room wall is plastered with past and present Broadway shows.”
“Let's just say, if I ever get to NYC again I won't be staying in Times Square but I will definitely be dining multiple times at Patzeria.”
“Great place to grab a bite before or after a Broadway show – they have posters of various shows adorning the walls.”
Patzeria Family & Friends
Takes Reservations: Yes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Loved it!
Great pasta and pizza in a nice casual setting. Not pretentious and very sincere.
Would definitely go here again.
We were looking for a place to eat which was near our hotel and that it wasn't expensive and good for kids. This place came up on Yelp. It is a NY traditional restaurant which means it is small, uncomfortable and has average service.
The restaurant has decent pricing for the area, the dishes are reasonable portioned and the food tastes good. It isn't anything phenomenal to deserve 5 stars but as a "Italian" it is good enough. No garlic overload on sauces but it is still there which kills the authenticity. The lasagna has ricotta cheese so it can't be called lasagna either. It isn't Italian but it isn't your traditional American Italian as you can't taste the garlic and the tomato sauce seems to be homemade rather than out of a can.
The restaurant doesn't have A/C so it is really hot inside. The service is horribly slow and the usual NY rudeness is there for most of the employees.
We walked past this place and decided to try it because it was near the hotel and the prices were good. We had the spaghetti Bolognese, which is my wife's eternal favorite food, and the ravioli. The service was good. They brought garlic bread and water right out. My wife says the spaghetti was exactly what she expected a Bolognese to be, so she's very happy. The ravioli was good. Perhaps the food wasn't earth shattering, but it was good. The service was good. The ambience was good. The best part was that this was the first place where the prices were not astronomical.
It's been about three days since my visit, and I am still nursing my food baby from the deliciously oversized pepperoni and sausage pizza I consumed. Prior to my visit, I had been craving quality New York pizza for weeks and based upon previous reviews and some quick Google searches, I fell upon this place–and boy am I glad.
The atmosphere is an adorable Italian bistro that has exposed brick and Broadway posters scattered throughout. The bar was beautifully lit and a great focal point of the restaurant.
As for our service, our server was attentive and very charming. I like to think we provided her some humor for the night because when she brought out our large pizza (for only two of us) our jaws hit the ground and eyes bulged out of our heads. I can't say I was upset about the size because I lived off of that pizza for the next day and a half. It was so fresh and hot that I refused to wait for it to cool down before my first bite. We also ordered the calamari which I am now grateful the serving wasn't as big as anticipated because we would have had to been rolled out of the restaurant. Also, the garlic bread that they served is so tasty–I had to keep moving it away from me because I almost ate the whole basket myself.
I look forward to my next trip to NYC because this will definitely be at the top of my list. I've already recommended this restaurant to a few friends who are currently in NYC, so it is my hope that they enjoy it as much as I did. Bravo!
Glad I bookmarked this one before our trip to NYC! After a brief wait (not bad, 10 min) we were seated towards the back of the restaurant. It's a small place so be prepared to squeeze by some people on your way to the table (but it's NYC and space is limited everywhere). We ordered the barrata special and I got the tortellini while my boyfriend ordered the lasagna. Loved the garlic bread that we got at the same time as our drinks.
My tortellini was great. So nice to come back to the northeast and indulge in some awesome Italian food (Atlanta just isn't up to par). The lasagna was inhaled by my boyfriend, not one piece was left on his plate.
Great overall dinner, fairly priced for the amount of food and the area ($72 for both entrees, one appetizer and 3 glasses of wine- suggestion: you might need to add a few ice cubes if you order red wine…it was warm). Definitely a good stop while you're in Hell's Kitchen.
This place was great! After getting out of a comedy show and craving Italian food on a Saturday night this place was perfect. Staff was friendly and attentive (it helped that there were only a handful of people in the restaurant) They were accommodating, when we stumbled in after several rounds of drinks at the comedy show and requested to sit outside.
We ordered a pitcher of the white sangria which was delicious, refreshing, and came with big chunks of fruit in it! As an appetizer we ordered the calamari which were crunchy golden brown and amazing! I ordered the cheese ravioli which came with a generous portion of ravioli and smothered in red sauce!
Out waitress was super friendly and helpful when we were asking for recommendations and suggestions. The waiter who stood by the door was friendly, funny, and kept us entertained while we ate our dinner. Their patio was cute, clean, and great for people watching on a Saturday night in NYC 🙂
This may not be the best Italian food in NYC but the environment, staff, location, and food was amazing and just what we were looking for!
Great Italian food near Times Square!
My family and I were looking for dinner after we saw a show last Saturday night. We wanted a place with pizza as well as Italian dishes.
We ordered garlic knots for the table and they were delicious! They were served with marinara sauce and they paired perfectly. We also received bread, which was very good as well.
For dinner, I had chicken parmigiana. It was very tender and the perfect portion size. It was served with penne pasta and topped with fresh basil. My Mom had chicken francaise and she loved it! Very tasty and the perfect portion. My dad and brother had personal pizzas and enjoyed them as well.
The atmosphere and staff was very welcoming and we had a great experience.
Perfect for pre/post theater dinner. If your looking for a casual atmosphere with excellent, yet reasonably priced Italian food, Patzeria is a must!
Finding a good restaurant in midtown West can be tricky, especially if you're looking for good, quality food without the touristy feel. Patzeria is a cozy yet comfortable Italian restaurant offering a wide menu selection from pizza to pasta that caters to all.
Service: The service was excellent. Usually, I order delivery, this was the first time actually eating at the restaurant. My friends and I sat at the bar and had a wonderful time. The bartender Julie was superb! My friends are a bit indecisive when it comes to ordering anything. Julie was patient and recommended the perfect wine based on each of our individual preferences. She also answered all of their questions related to the menu. Even though every seat at the bar was packed, Julie did an unbelievable job checking on each person, ensuring that everyone was content and happy. Thank you Julie, you're a STAR!
Ambiance: Cozy yet comfortable. If you do not have a reservation, get there early! The place gets packed! I was impressed with how accommodating staff was to seat a group of 2 and even 10. There was a line waiting outside the door for the majority of the night, however, the staff did a really good job at turning over the tables, making the wait time seem reasonable.
Food: All of the food is excellent however I do have my favorites. Patzeria has the best chicken francese in the area, it's lightly breaded with just the right amount of sauce. Skip the vegetables and pay extra for the pasta, it's totally worth it. The NY Steak Hero is also a must. The bread is perfect and can actually hold the meat which is cooked to your preferred temperature. Portions are large but not excessively large. Prices are very reasonable.