Trattoria Dell'Arte: Restaurant, Manhattan, NYC

Across from Carnegie Hall, this Tuscan spot draws crowds with New York's largest antipasto bar, piled with seafood and vegetable specialties. The room is styled after an artist's studio, and the menu leans on classics like chicken parm and Roman fried artichokes. The signature 100-layer lasagna arrives with theatrical presentation, and diners consistently call out the friendly service. Reservations are recommended during busy hours.