ZipPicks Awards
Best Date Night Italian in East Harlem
Best Family Friendly Italian in East Harlem
Best Restaurants With Private Dining Rooms in East Harlem
Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in East Harlem
Best Fine Dining Restaurants in East Harlem
Best Romantic Restaurants in East Harlem
Best Brunch in East Harlem
Best Lasagna in East Harlem
Master Critic Review
Nocciola Ristorante
8.2
Neighborhood Italian restaurant known for handmade pastas and a Lasagna Bolognese built on house-made sheets, béchamel, and meat sauce. It’s the move when you want a sit-down lasagna dinner that feels like a proper night out without leaving East Harlem.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna Bolognese with homemade lasagna sheets, Gnocchi with braised lamb ragù, Spaghetti and meatballs
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 6.7
What makes it special: Handmade pastas and a rich Lasagna Bolognese in a cozy East Harlem townhouse space.
Who should go: Couples or small groups craving a lingered Italian dinner
When to visit: Weeknight dinner or later weekend reservations for calmer service
What to order: Lasagna Bolognese, gnocchi with lamb ragù, spaghetti and meatballs
Insider tip: Request a table toward the back or patio when available for quieter conversation over lasagna.