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MrsLeah May 21, 2009 09:38 AM

Romantic italian in the village

My husband and I will be in the city for our anniversary and can't decide on the restaurant to celebrate at. We love italian cozy places with a great atmosphere. Also we definately want to keep the bill around 100$ without the tip included. Also anyone could recommend a casual bar for a late night drink around the same area? Thanks!

  1. YummyInTheCity May 21, 2009 02:51 PM

    Gotta be Po on Cornelia between Bleecker and West 4th. Amazing food at a good price point - lovely service and a very charming ambiance. Very cute place - perfect for the occasion. One of my favorite places.

    www.yummyinthecity.com

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    Po
    31 Cornelia St, New York, NY 10014

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      foodnwine May 21, 2009 12:55 PM

      Gonzo in the Village has good food,warm atmosphere and reasonably priced.Good flat bread pizza,pastas,etc.Don't know of a drink spot nearby but I'm sure there are places within a few blocks.If you would conside Soho I would recommend Aurora and Mezzogiorno..Both offer good food,a varied menu,good service.Mezzo also has outdoor seating on the sidewalk if that sounds appealing.There are plenty of places to have a drink after dinner.Some cocktail spots like Tailor and Pegu Club,or The Room(nice wine and Belgian beer selection).

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        stephaniec25 May 21, 2009 11:04 AM

        Try Da Andrea..especially the prosciutto flat buns.
        http://www.biassanot.com/

        1. LeahBaila May 21, 2009 09:54 AM

          By "village," are you open to both East & West? Thx.

          www.thelunchbelle.com

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            MrsLeah May 21, 2009 10:04 AM

            sorry west seems more to our style

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              una mas May 21, 2009 10:07 AM

              This is a weird rec because I honestly don't like the place at all, but everyone else seems to love it and it fits your budget/neighborhood rquirements:

              http://nymag.com/listings/restaurant/...

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                LeahBaila May 21, 2009 10:09 AM

                Malatesta Trattoria

                www.thelunchbelle.com

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