La Lanterna di Vittorio

Opened near Washington Square Park in 1977, the restaurant was founded by Carlo Vittorio Antonini, a Ligurian sailor and sportsman, and his wife Marisa. Inside, the space carries a rustic, old-world charm. The main dining room is notably compact, but it opens into an indoor garden patio that captures the feeling of sitting outside without the heat. Downstairs, the layout expands with additional seating near the live music, while the kitchen rounds out the menu with classic pizzas, drinks, and desserts.