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Master Critic Review
Ci Siamo
8.6
Live-fire Italian inside Manhattan West, led by Chef Hilary Sterling, with a grill-and-embers focus that shows up in seafood and wood-roasted mains. Pastas are the steady draw, and the room runs polished but warm, making it one of the district’s most reliable special-occasion picks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni alla gricia, Cast-iron focaccia with stracciatella, Wood-fired whole trout
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.9
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Live-fire technique gives classic Italian a smoky, modern edge.
Who should go: Pasta lovers and date-night diners near Penn Station.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easier reservations and calmer pacing.
What to order: Focaccia, rigatoni alla gricia, and a wood-roasted fish.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu grilled specials at the start of service.
Hours
Monday11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday11:30am - 10pm
Thursday11:30am - 10pm
Friday11:30am - 10pm
Saturday4:30pm - 10pm
Sunday4:30pm - 10pm