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Pepe Giallo
$$ · Italian

195 10th Ave, New York, NY 10001
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Best Italian in Chelsea-Hudson Yards

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Pepe Giallo 8.3
Chelsea
Vibes: Family Friendly Favorites Business Lunch Power Players Comfort Food Classics Trendy Table Hotspots
A long-running Chelsea trattoria with a big neighborhood following, balancing Roman standards and crowd-pleasing pastas. It’s unfussy, consistently busy, and best when you lean into simple, well-seasoned classics.
Must-Try Dishes: Spaghetti cacio e pepe, Margherita pizza, Rigatoni alla norma
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 8 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.6 Atmosphere: 7.3 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Roman-leaning pasta house that stays steady year after year.
Who should go: Chelsea locals wanting dependable weeknight Italian.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner to dodge peak crowds.
What to order: Cacio e pepe, margherita pizza, rigatoni with eggplant.
Insider tip: Check the daily specials board before committing to staples.