"New tip: get the lamb ragu."(6 Tips)
"Max's fettucine is the best!"(9 Tips)"I highly recommend the gnocchi."(5 Tips)
"Try their homemade fresh pasta!"(3 Tips)
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Super cute, inexpensive, large portions & not too busy on a Fri. night. What's not to like? The truffle ravioli was delish & gelato could feed 4. I'll def be back to try some other tasty menu items!
Alec DadismanAugust 16, 2015We just wandered in here one Friday evening and were surprised how amazing it is! The ravioli dishes were fantastic! Sit upstairs!
Sibel AkcekayaApril 21, 2017Fresh fettuccine with beef is so good, all flavors were in perfect balance ..but it is heavy so make sure you are hungry
Eric TashSeptember 8, 2013Really great homemade Italian made with a lot of love and attention to detail. I imagine this is the same Max of the east village that won my heart the 1st time. Walk don't run.
Sherry OJune 4, 2011Tried & True- the lasagna, the lamb ragu and the fettucine, can't go at this place! Their location in the east village has an enclosed outdoor patio in the back. Lovely!
Doug StrykerNovember 14, 2014Warm, charming little restaurant with delicious freshly-made pasta at surprisingly affordable prices. The Lamb Ragù was exceptional!
Duygu AKTANMarch 23, 2015First time: black spagetti was to die for! Creamed spinach was also good. I have my eyes on the pizzas next time! Def coming back.
Maximum BurgerAugust 6, 2017Gnocchi was ok, salad was great. Loved the area and the old New York feel. Good service too.
Jeniffer BetancourtJanuary 24, 2014Orderd the ricotta chees and spinach ravioli in truffle cream sauce to die for !!!! A lil heavy on truffle oil but still delicious.
Try the black squid ink pasta with seafood. Perfect on a cold winter day. The calamari is also great. Good value.
All the pastas are great, fresh made; but they've been known for their lasagna and gniocci. Ask for the specials
Liliana CervantesSeptember 4, 2016Jorge and Hugo are simple te best. This place is cozy and makes you feel like home
Nick VarneyAugust 14, 2014Great little place and good value. I had total food envy over the Lasagne despite my meatballs being awesome.
Clara PrenskyDecember 26, 2015The pizza is amazing! Add the Truffle Fries as a side to make it even better!- Killer meatballs and my go to entree is the black linguine with spicy shrimp. 🍝
John BarnhamDecember 28, 2015Nice little find. Good, hearty Italian grub. Go for the lamb ragout, very tasty.
ClaudiaSeptember 9, 2016The table by the window is nice for looking out, but too close to the other table and you will not be so comfortable.
Julie NNovember 25, 2014Haven't had better Italian food anywhere else in NYC. Everything on their menu is delish.
BravoNovember 19, 2010It’s a small place with a cozy feel to it and also serves the best pasta ala sugo I think for cheap. -Ed Cotton, Top Chef
Cole KennedyApril 18, 2015The rigatoni al ragù napoletano is flavorful and hearty, but feel free to skip the underwhelming caprese.
Delicious, underrated cozy place. Get the pasta with the house sauce.
MaggieAugust 16, 2011Usually not too crowded, great staff, quick food and slightly innovative twist on the dishes (like black squid ink noodles)- Jeniffer BetancourtJanuary 24, 2014My husband order the chicken and salad taste good but faild on execution was not presentable looked like a big plate of salad and had to dig at bottom for chicken
Evan JenkinsMay 6, 2012Charming Italian place that's both inexpensive and delicious. Recommend the gnocchi and ravioli.
Karen FrankOctober 5, 2011The Sugo toscano is a must...as is the caprese!!! One of my favorite italian places..will not disappoint.
Nate BeattyAugust 23, 2015Pretty typical NYC Italian faire. Food and service are both fine. You can find better at the same price.
@triplethreatmomOctober 23, 2011Amazing atmosphere, perfect food. Prosciutto with mozzarella was amazing with the lasagna....mmmmmm
Alberto MannDecember 12, 2019Huge downgrade in food quality vs 6 mo ago. Two pastas we had were among the worst we’ve ever eaten—just flat out bad. Friendly staff but food no good. It’s nyc - plenty of other options.
Yoav BarshadOctober 20, 2018We went again to see what’s happening and I honestly don’t understand who is giving them high grades. There must be a way to use social media skills to up your score. Nothing to write home about!!!
Michael SilvermanMarch 17, 2012
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- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
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- 5:00 PM–10:30 PM
(212) 966-5939
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