da Adriano

At da Adriano, chef Adriano Kercuku brings a taste of Italy to the Upper East Side, where plates come out with a distinctly homemade touch—think pasta made in-house and ingredients kept clean and simple. The menu runs from breakfast through dinner, but the kitchen’s real strength is its rustic Italian soul: the bolognese is a favorite, and chefs have been known to slide in specials like a pistachio pesto that could rival one you'd find in Sicily. The vibe is cozy and welcoming, with service that treats every guest like a regular, whether you're a neighborhood local or just passing through with a toddler in tow. It’s the kind of spot where the food stays light on the stomach but heavy on the memory, from meatballs to a tiramisu that’s airy and not too sweet.