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Va Beh

Va Beh’s concept is simple: highest quality ingredient, uncomplicated dishes, no pretense.
Natives of central Milano, owners Andrea Alari and Qiana and Michele Bi Bari grew up immersed in the cuisine of Italy's Cosmopolitan Metropolis- “Milano, much like New York is a multicultural city whose palette reflects its diversity. We grew up surrounded by families who had migrated to Milano, a city that seemed to always transcend regional divisions. We are proud of that and wanted to reflect that in our menu.”
Nostalgic for home, they painstakingly created “one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in New York.”
Housemade pastas and desserts, crostini, salumi, are all made even tastier by the enchanting and boisterous atmosphere. Greeted enthusiastically “Buona Sera!” by an animated and gracious staff who both nurture and entertain, the atmosphere mirrors the elegance of the menu with marble walls, communal tables, and wine on tap.
Mangiare Bene!
20 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
(20 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 20 reviews
5 stars
(3)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.5 / 5
(Very Good) 3.5 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(16)
  • fit for foodies(8)
  • hot spot(2)
  • notable wine list(2)
  • romantic(2)
  • good for groups(1)
Va Beh Reviews List
Review 1 for Va Beh
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It's very tiny and VERY tight.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's very tiny and VERY tight. You have to ask people to move to get to your seat at communal tables. But the food is very good. Just try to get a seat at the bar!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
0points
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Review 2 for Va Beh
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice "old school" Italian

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
"Nice "old school" Italian menu, taste, preparation an service. Just have to watch for the "upscale" recommendations. Go with your gut and be confident with your first pick and you should walk away a satisfied eater and customer!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Review 3 for Va Beh
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food and wait staff were great.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and wait staff were great. Had to keep asking them to turn the music down so we could have a conversation and was so dark you cannot read the menu. Otherwise fun time and great overall experience."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Review 4 for Va Beh
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, fair prices, and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food, fair prices, and amazingly friendly service, what more could you want!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Review 5 for Va Beh
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Real Italian food within 100

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Real Italian food within 100 yards of the Barclay Center. Nice wine list, very helpful servers and decent value. Enjoy!"
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Ratings-Only Reviews for Va Beh
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.4 / 5
(Very Good) 3.4 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic