Greenwich Village Italian Dining Inside a Carriage House

Babbo delivers refined Greenwich Village Italian dining inside an intimate former carriage house on Waverly Place. The kitchen opened in 1998, pairing old-world hospitality with playful tableside presentations and a classic rock soundtrack. Executive Chef Mark Ladner leads the team, guiding a dinner menu that balances traditional regional recipes with unexpected ingredients.

Guests can select individual plates or a multi-course tasting experience. Standout offerings include handmade pasta and rich black spaghetti alongside seasonal antipasti and roasted meats. Desserts carry that same inventive spirit, highlighted by olive oil ice cream to conclude the meal. That thoughtful contrast between time-honored techniques and modern touches shapes every course.

The candlelit dining room stays lively until 10 PM on weeknights and 11 PM on weekends. Between the polished service and the energetic music, this historic carriage house provides an inviting destination for celebrations or lingering dinners.