Four Italian Spots in Little Italy and SoHo for Friends

4.2 (1,033)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 08:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 08:00 – 22:30

200 Lafayette St

A compact Eataly on Lafayette Street, split between sit-down dining, quick-service cafes and grocery shelves. The restaurant pairs thin-crust pizza with fried zucchini and calamari, and groups can book hands-on pasta and wine classes or a private event. Open from 8:00 AM daily.

4.4 (2,091)

Mon – Sun, 11:30 – 22:00

167 Mulberry Street

Red-sauce Italian on Mulberry Street, built for sharing. The menu is designed to be ordered in large family-style servings, so a full table can split several plates at once. Open 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM every day.

4.3 (4,431)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 23:00

164 Mulberry St

Family-run since 1993, this Mulberry Street dining room cooks from recipes kept across three generations. Handmade pasta, brick-oven pizza, veal piccata and tiramisu come with a strong wine selection, and staff often go out of their way to mark anniversaries and milestones.

4.5 (2,338)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 21:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 22:00

173 Mulberry Street

A bright, cozy room on Mulberry Street serving al dente pastas, seafood, meat entrees and well-priced pizzas. Dinner specials pair meals with wine. Service is generally responsive, though diners suggest checking the bill for gratuity expectations.