Logan Cochran
We saw good reviews for this place so we decided to give it a shot. We made reservations 3 hours in advance. Reservations are recommended as there is only about 10 tables inside of the main restaurant.
We came inside out of the chilling temps and they sat us under one of the few tables with a heat lamp overhead. As we have our three kids with us, all under 7, this was much appreciated.
The bread that first arrives to the table was fresh and the kids powered through their first basket in no time. We ordered the calamari appetizer, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken parmigiana, kid special order penne with butter, and finished off with the tiramisu. Portion sizes are large so come prepared to eat.
Calamari was lightly battered and delicious. The 2 large meatballs that come with the spaghetti were moist and flavorful. Chicken parmigiana was the star of the night. It’s probably the best chicken parm that my wife and I have ever had. Tiramisu was devoured rather easily between the 5 of us.
Best meal we had during our quick 3 day trip to NYC. Service was quick and attentive. We would definitely eat here again.
… moreAmber Nixon
Was really excited to try this restaurant. I ordered the fettuccine alfredo and my husband ordered the chicken parmesan with side of fettuccine alfredo. I had the caprese salad and he ordered stuff mushrooms. The salad was ok, the center of the tomatoes were hard, couldn’t cut through almost like they were frozen. Mushrooms were good. The fettuccine alfredo was very disappointing. It lacked flavor. It tasted like noodles no alfredo flavor at all. My husband said the chicken parm was good, the chicken breast is on the thin side.
… moreWill H
Came here in something like 2010 and met the owner. Been dying to come back again ever since, with the memory of the owner telling us he’d been in a movie.
Portions and food were exactly how I remembered it.
Huge and delicious! I’d come here again !
… moreDavid Carvajal
Visited this charming little place on recommendation from a friend. Very good service, easy to get a table, and super tasty food with fresh ingredients. The owner came around to check on me and others, and was highly attentive to my needs and making sure I had what I wanted. I will definitely be returning!
… moreSarah Tyler
I came to this restaurant with my family. The food was so good and the staff were super friendly! The atmosphere was so homey and felt like I was having dinner at a friends house. This place definitely made my Little Italy experience for me! Would come here again if I was in town and will also recommend to anyone I know coming here!
… moreAlexis DiCondina
We had the best experience at La Mela. Anna saved us from leaving Little Italy after getting taken advantage of at a different restaurant down the block. The spaghetti and meatballs were fantastic and the caesar salad was crisp! We would definitely come back here next time we’re in the city.
… moreMichael Rescineto
Amazing!!! My wife and I stopped in while walking up and down Mulberry looking for a good place to stop. We stumbled upon LaMela and it was amazing! Food was excellent the service was the best and the atmosphere was perfect!!! Highly recommended if you are in Little Italy!
… moreMark LoGiurato
A nice, intimate Italian restaurant serving delicious pasta. They have a private dining area in the rear for larger parties. The service is good, and the staff is very attentive to your needs.
… moreBlair Holbrook
My wife and I were introduced to La Mela about 20 years ago by a friend who grew up in NYC. This was our first time back and we were not disappointed. The food was fantastic… not cheap at all… but so delicious! For a special occasion, I highly recommend it! Chicken Parmigiana and Chicken Carbonara were both excellent. The portions are large so you won’t walk away hungry. The atmosphere is very quaint and very Italian, which matches the delightful atmosphere outside on Mulberry St. We had a wonderful evening!
… moreSabrina Khan
We stopped by on a whim while on vacation in new york and was greeted by John. He said his family has the best food in town and he wasn’t wrong. The food was fantastic. You could taste every ingredient that went into the preparation of the food. And the lunch special prices were fantastic. We had the chicken Francais and the chicken parmesan and both were excellent. Will come back to eat here when we’re in town again!!
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