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Pappardella Reviews List

Pappardella

Pappardella restaurant brings to you the flavors and food of Tuscany. Established in 1983, Pappardella offers a romantic setting of timeless charm with 20 foot ceilings, French doors & a stunning mural of Florence. Menu and service reflect the warmth and attention of the old world, as well as the diversity and techniques of today. we feature homemade pasta, artisanal pizza & other great Italian staples, like chicken parmagian, grilled branzino & scrumptious tiramisu. A beautiful outdoor terrace makes for great people watching in the warm months. Pappardella is conveniently located near the beacon theater, the museum of natural history & Central Park offering lunch & dinner pre fix, brunch & a busy happy hour.
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113 Current Reviews
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Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
(113 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 113 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(57)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(0)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(61)
  • fit for foodies(27)
  • kid-friendly(21)
  • great for outdoor dining(16)
  • notable wine list(13)
  • romantic(13)
Pappardella Reviews List
Review 1 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Restaurant has little to offer

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Other than it was close to our apt. and easy to get a last minute reservation, there were no other redeeming features. We arrived at 7:30 on a Sat. night the restaurant was barely half full. While the staff was friendly, our waiter was slow and it took over 10 minutes for him to take our order. I asked for a drink on the rocks, it came straight up, we asked for bread it came later, the food was fair at best. Chicken parm was ok, the broc. rabe was tasteless, the roasted asparagus were over salted and my parpadelle with wild mushrooms tasted like the sauce was a can of Cambell's mushroom soup.
We did not stay for dessert b/c I could not bare to waste anymore money. This is prob my 6 or 7th time there in the past 15 years,"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good Italian on UWS

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have been a couple of times now - is definitely better than average. I suspect one might be better with the pastas which we think deserve a "very good" rating than the meat/fish entrees which are a little less distinctive"
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 3 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"they had a B rating wine was good food was fare although my wife liked her Bronzini. My daughter returned her salmon to the kitchen. My soup with clams, muscles and shrimp was bland."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 4 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went here for brunch on Saturday 5/4/13 at 1:30. I can say they had a warm, friendly staff who were kind and patient. The food was absolutely amazing, they really treated us well."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Poorly executed entres

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Bad! The entree had no coordination between the ingredents. It was hastily prepared and bland. Nice location, warm atmosphere but food was poor. They served stale bread too.
I will not return."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 6 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Salmon was TOO SALTY
Pasta was bland
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Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 7 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pappardella never disappoints

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pappardella never disappoints and always satisfies.
The service and food are excellent. It is festive, but it is never noisy.
What we like best is that there is no attempt at Pappardella to be anything other than what it is--
a neighborhood place that consistently serves delicious food.
This is a wonderful spot for dinner with friends or a romantic dinner,
"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Uninspired service and food.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Uninspired service and food. Not one of our choices was on target. Very disappointing."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2005
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Review 9 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went to Pappardella for

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to Pappardella for the gluten free menu. The restaurant deserves kudos for having the ability to accommodate GF needs with grace and without missing a beat. Good garlic bread and pasta. Only minor comment - no need to add tomato sauce to fresh tomatoes, in my opinion! Otherwise, thanks to the servers and chefs."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was outstanding,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was outstanding, there were four of us and we tried a variety of different things. We were with friends who are very Italian, and very critical of "other people's" Italian food...they were impressed and said so several times. A misunderstanding by the waiter about what my wife had ordered was corrected quickly and satisfactorily. When we ordered desert (also excellent) and coffee, we told the wait staff that we needed to be out of there in 15 minutes to make a show, and we were. Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I think this is a very basic

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I think this is a very basic Italian restaurant with an attentive staff. We did not try the specials. The regular menu is fine but not quite worth the prices. Also side dishes were disappointingly small."
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2011
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Review 12 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Find--Great Food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is a great, little restaurant in the heart of the UWS. Has nice ambiance with exposed brick wall and very attentive service. Menu has something for everyone but leans toward pasta and classic Italian dishes. I had a leg of lamb which was perfectly prepared with a terrific mint jelly while my husband had a pasta dish which he thought was delicious. There was a family with 5 children next to our table and the waitstaff was very accommodating to this family who did not bother us one bit. We will definitely return to this neighborhood gem."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very Good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went there because of the gluten free menu. The pasta baresi dish I had was very good in terms of taste, however, the sausages were "skimpy" - thin slices instead of more substantial pieces/amount I expected in a main course dish.The salad was very good - tricolore.The service could have been better -- the waitress was good but not as attentive as should be."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Maria Levin

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food is always consistently good, best Italian on UWS"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A dependable restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This place has been around for years and is always good - I love the Branzino."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2004
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Review 16 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Pappardelle is an easy, comfortable

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pappardelle is an easy, comfortable neighborhood joint that will neither surprise nor disappoint. my sole disappointment was with the Spaghetti with seafood sauce, where they started the description as including lobster, which is on the verge of misleading - one tiny piece of overcooked lobster. otherwise the meal was pretty good."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
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Review 18 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We found Pappardella by accident

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We found Pappardella by accident several years ago. It was the best accident we've ever had. Never a bad meal. We'll keep coming back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was solid and well

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was solid and well presented. Prices are good for the quality."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Such an adorable place with

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Such an adorable place with the exposed brick and the welcoming atmosphere. The staff are attentive, and what I've had was good, but I'd like to try other dishes since I wasn't overwhelmed. Two of us shared the kale salad, which was the best dish of the night and really something different but great. Then we waited an awfully long time after the salad for our two main entrees, especially for a Monday night, when it was busy, but not packed. The papardelle with wild mushrooms was flavorful, though by the end of the dish, the mushrooms were too mushy. The pizza was thin crust and flavorful, but too heavy on the cheese for such a thin crust. All over very cute cozy place with great atmosphere and service. Plan to come back and try more."
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2010
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Review 21 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pappardella, An UWS Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I have been fans of Pappardella for many years. This neighborhood italian eatery is a gem. The food is consistently excellent, as is the service. The ambiance is wonderful, too. The decor is contemporary, with just a touch of Tuscany. To me, Pappardella is NYC's closest thing to a cafe at St Mark's square. Try it just once, and you are bound to fall in love with Pappardella. My favorite? Fresh whole Branzino, with a nice crisp Italian white. Salute!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

UWS Italian food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific neighborhood Italian restaurant. Will go back. Everyone enjoyed their food and the service was excellent."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my favorite restaurants in the UWS. Food is very good - any of the pastas is a hit, my favorite being the Pappardella Buttera. The pizzas I tried for the first time this weekend, and they were amazing. The sausage, goat cheese, spinach was fantastic. Service is warm and attentive. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Had a coupon through GILT

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a coupon through GILT so the menu was pretty limited. Regretting not getting the Sausage Pizza because it smelled and looked delicious from what I saw spying on the table next to me. Omelette was good though. As were the Bellinis."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

food, service and buzz always

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"food, service and buzz always v good. chicken parm w/ pasta very tasty and large. app of asparagus w/ pesto & garlic (fyi, LOTS of pesto) is unique and very tasty. extra kudos for our last visit (23Feb) where a busboy noticed our table wasn't stable. we didn't motion or say anything, and he swiftly inserted a wedge that stabilized our table. wish we had asked his name. this level of quiet, un-requested attention is too rare and is rare even in the super high-end restaurants."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Average food, quiet for early

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Average food, quiet for early weekend brunch, expensive for average food"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2002
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Review 27 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great Dining BUT....

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great dining experience but I believe my credit card number was compromised here. It was then used in a liquor store two blocks from the restaurant."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2005
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Review 28 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Museum area jem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"With well proportioned servings, excellent flavor, good service and excellent presentation Pappardella is definitely the restaurant my family will return to when in the area for dinner or lunch."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
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Review 29 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Attentive service, well time

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Attentive service, well time delivery of dishes. Enjoyed the cured meats and cheeses appetizer and main portions were properly sized. Noise level was a bit high, but this was due more to the fact that the place was full also a bit dark, so plenty of flashlights to read the menu."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My grandson is gluton-free

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"My grandson is gluton-free and loves to come to this restaurant. He has bread, pasta and a wonderful dessert. The waiters know him and welcome the family with a big smile.
Mom-Mom
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Dined on 02/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 31 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Walk the extra block south

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Walk the extra block south and go to arte cafe instead"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2011
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Review 32 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Gluten Free menu

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and experience here are top notch! I go for the full gluten free menu. In other words, it's not one with the three things from the main menu that are "safe" but rather a complete menu of so many wonderful Italian dishes made specifically gluten free. They use the Schar brand of pasta and bread. The GF menu is extensive: appetizers, salads, pizza, pasta, meat & fish entrees and even desserts. My friends & family eat from the main menu and rave about their entrees as well. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My favorite Italian gem on

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My favorite Italian gem on the upper west side in a vibrant neighborhood. The food is delicious, good-sized portions and moderately priced. It's my go-to restaurant during every trip to NYC. The food is so good that we've gone back two nights in a row! Highly recommended."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite Upper-West Side Italian

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our favorite Upper-West Side Italian. Food is great, service is always extra friendly and they are very accommodating to families with children. Really a fantastic place."
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2000
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our waiter was very pleasant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our waiter was very pleasant but not so on the ball. He forgot our water until our salads came, then forgot to get my pasta dish order with the rest of it and it was a long wait for me to eat more than shared sides. The food, though, as always, was great. The dining room consistently has a good low-moderate buzz that is perfect for good conversation. We were seated by the window - me right against it, and despite being a very cold night, it was not cold and that was a real surprise."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Foods are very high quality

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Foods are very high quality overall. Not an Americanized Italian with Al Dente Pasta.
Friendly service with care. Not a snobish type of restaurant but great to enjoy Italian
cuisine.
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Dined on 02/18/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My boyfried and I truly enjoyed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My boyfried and I truly enjoyed this restaurant. Service and food were excellent. We didn't wait long from our drinks or appetizers and when our main entrees came out they were nice and hot. Entree portions were more than generous. I ordered their Pasta Pappardella special with lamb and it wass delicious...best I've had. My boyfriend loves lamb and had the rack of lamb which was was cooked perfectly. We will definitely be coming back to this restaurant."
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was a great restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was a great restaurant on the Upper West Side. We originally went here due to the extensive Gluten-Free menu. The dishes were very large and priced fairly for the size. The GF margarita pizza was very tasty and the chicken parmigiana with a corn-based breading was great. The GF pasta and homemade sauce were very tasty. We had the flourless chocolate cake and it was amazing!!! I can't wait to come back."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pasta and Bruchetta was just

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pasta and Bruchetta was just AMAZING! YUM! Will be back soon."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 40 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything was very good -

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was very good - we received a warm welcome on arrival, table was immediately available, food was excellent as was the service."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The noise level exceeded energetic.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The noise level exceeded energetic.
The wine list was unimpressive; the first bottle we ordered was no good, the second somewhat better.
The food is good but not stellar."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The staff is so wonderfully

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The staff is so wonderfully friendly. Good Italian food.. great branzino and sea bass special.. and found an incredible bottle of Malbec for a reasonable price. Bustling on a Saturday night but warm and cozy nonetheless."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 43 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great restaurant! We had a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great restaurant! We had a wonderful dinner and a great time. The service was excellent, and the gluten free pizza was really good in particular."
Dined on 01/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 44 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Pretty good italian food in

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Pretty good italian food in a pleasant atmosphere. Worth a visit if you're in the neighborhood and are in the mood for a good dish of pasta."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2005
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Review 45 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Have been here many times

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Have been here many times but this was the first for brunch. Can only continue to recommend Pappardella and will be back!"
Dined on 01/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Pappardella
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food but can get noisy

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food and service was very good, but the place can get noisy especially if you have a singer with a strong voice seated next to you who doesn't realize how much his voice projects, which was the case, unfortunately the night I ate there. Otherwise the margherita pizza, arugula salad with avocado, and spaghetti were great."
Dined on 01/19/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Pappardella
Based on the average of (67) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
3 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic