Insider Pages Reviews for Becco

3 Stars: Service = great Server = great Food= good BUT Guy at the door = please. (by Lisa B.)

Lisa B. — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:46:00 GMT

My husband and I went to Becco for my birthday -- upon arrival we were greeted by the friendly coat check lady. However when we walked into the restaurant we stood within inches of the maitre di for about 5 minutes before he even acknowledged us. Very snooty to say the least. The food was ok-- the service was great. Worth the visit but don't be on the skinny guy at the door being friendly.

5 Stars: amazing pasta and wine!!!! (by sadienyc25)

sadienyc25 — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

my husband and i went here on our first date in nyc 6yrs ago and have been back many time since. the shrimp and spicey tomato app is my favorite of all time. the pasta special is terrific and is what i usually order. the wine list is to die for---so many choices--helpful staff--and reasonably priced. i bring all out of town guests here for a wonderful meal i know they will enjoy. have never had a bad meal or experience at becco. highly rec!!! i cannot wait to go back.

4 Stars: something for everyone (by ackerss)

ackerss — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:00:00 GMT

"Everything from the friendly wait staff to the delicious food was above my expectations. Small menu offerings, but something for everyone."

3 Stars: great value (by harvey glasthal)

harvey glasthal — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:00:00 GMT

love this midtown restaurant - great place for before going to the theatre

2 Stars: HORRIBLY NOISY AND CRAMPED (by aaw926)

aaw926 — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Yes, the food at Becco is very good indeed and the service attentive....but how can you enjoy yourself when you cannot hear anything people at your own table are saying? The place was incredibly noisy...the tables so crowded together in the atrium room that the waitstaff was on top of all of us as they served the nearby tables.....a noisy table for 4 next to us when we got there became a noisier, even more crowded table for 6 after the first party left.....unbelievably noisy and cramped...and I will never, ever go back,

5 Stars: 2nDTime there better then the First (by jeepdude2)

jeepdude2 — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Last night i went to Becco for the 2nd time ever, and i felt compelled to write and just say i loved my experince there. My Date and I had the Time of out lives. the Food was excellent! The Wine the server selected for us was great and the deserts were out of this world. we were there from 8:30 till they closed and they were great to us the entire time!
I would recommend Becco to anyone looking for excellent Food

5 Stars: go for the trio! (by ktkoenig)

ktkoenig — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT

excellent choice of dishes! charming atmospere and great service. highly recommend their daily special of three dishes and a salad. bread basket is worth a sample too. excellent choice if you are hungry and ready from a break in the city! Try and get there before 4:00 on a Saturday and you can still get the lunch deal.

5 Stars: Rustic Italian At Its Best (by mm550366)

mm550366 — Wed, 06 May 2009 09:00:00 GMT

I've had many meals at this charming Italian gem in the theater distric and they've all been wonderful. The waiters create an almost show-like atmosphere with their never ending pans of pasta floating through the dining room like italian angels making sure that your plate is never empty
the vegetable plate is great fileld with mushrooms, and garlic mashed potatoes
this is a great place to go with a crowd and before you leave i must insiste that you have a glass of Moscato D'Asti the flavored liquer has the perfect about of dry bubbly texture with the added sweetness of pear

1 Stars: Good food but horrible experience (by rtrim1)

rtrim1 — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:00:00 GMT

My family took me there to celebrate my birthday and while our waiter was pleasant and did a wonderful job serving, the lack of customer service and poor management was astounding. An accident happened at our table by the staff and instead of coming over to help, the manager snickered in the background and refused to help. When we called him over to talk about the situation he was extremely rude and told us that it's against policy to provide any kind of compensation to customers. My mother had to attend a play that night with a destroyed outfit. We tried to reason with the manager and he responded by cursing and creating a scene in the restaurant. Having lived in NY my entire life and worked in the service industry, I was appalled by their lack of service and horrible attitudes. We were told that the only way we would be compensated would be if we came back and spent money on another dinner and maybe we would get free desserts. I would never recommened this restaurant. There are many other delicious Italian restaurants in NYC.

5 Stars: Great Italian Food (by anjelik32)

anjelik32 — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:00:00 GMT

I've been to Becco a few times I can't say anything bad about the place. Every visit has been very pleasant, with great food and wine. Whenever anyone asks me where to go for Italian food in the Theater District I always recommend Becco!

4 Stars: Good Pick (by Jesse W.)

Jesse W. — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 18:34:00 GMT

If your not familiar with the Theater district and are looking for a spectacular meal and deal, you can not lose with choosing Becco's. Superb service food, wine you cant lose. A little tight, but acceptable-especially for the price point.

4 Stars: One of my favorites! (by Christina N.)

Christina N. — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 16:29:00 GMT

This is one of my favorite restaurants to eat in the theater district. The pre-fixe pasta special always offers an unlimited selection of three unique pastas and sauces. The Osso Bucco is also delicious. The wine list is fairly extensive and reasonably priced. Seating is tight, reservations are a must, and staff is quick, as they know they need to get you to your Broadway show on time!

5 Stars: Just fantastic - will be back (by RobLaz)

RobLaz — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Incredible!!! Back for the 3rd time in 2 years. Brought a couple of friends from the UK and my wife. We had a vegan, a meat eater, a fish eater, and pork eater. All were in heaven. The staff were extremely attentive and especially to the vegan orders. The sparkling rose wine was the cap to one of the best meals we've have ever had. Plan on returning again and again.

5 Stars: Great girls night out restaurant (by beccy2559)

beccy2559 — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

My best friend and I had dinner at Becco on a busy Saturday night. Our server asked if we were going to a show and made sure our food came out quickly and brought the bill with dessert. The atmosphere was very nice, the cocktails were good, the service was prompt and friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. We had the pasta special dinner since we were having a hard time deciding. The antipasto was extremely fresh and the pasta was so good we didn't want to stop eating. If we hadn't been going to a show we would have lingered for more cocktails. I would highly recommend Becco to anyone.

4 Stars: Family Style Italian (by Joann S.)

Joann S. — Tue, 13 May 2008 08:59:00 GMT

This Italian restaurant is famous for its two-course all-you-can-eat dinner for $21.95, featuring an appetizer and a choice of pasta dishes. It does not hurt that its location is convenient to most Broadway theaters. The food is simple and full of flavor, and excellent prices.

5 Stars: GREAT FOOD,UNLIMITED PASTA,VALUE WINE LIST!! (by nutn)

nutn — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT

BEEN HERE 3 TIMES AND ALWAYS A GREAT MEAL!!
EXCELENT VALUE WINE LIST.UNLIMITED PASTA IS A WINNER!!
MAKE RESERVATIONS.

4 Stars: Great Pre Fixe (by Lisa G.)

Lisa G. — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:21:00 GMT

This place makes fresh pasta dishes nightly and you can get 3 of them for a very reasonable price. Fun atmosphere. All wines are @25 per bottle-can't beat that!

5 Stars: keep it coming! (by imthirsty)

imthirsty — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT

I went there with my family during the holidays and had a blast. The wait staff was very friendly and warm. The place was lit just right. And the never-ending pasta was delicious! I think it changes nightly or so but among the three pastas was a pumpkin ravioli that was perfectly delicious. To top it off, Lidia herself was there and taking pictures with everyone, welcoming everyone, going from table-to-table to make sure everyone was enjoying themselves. This is definitely the place to go if you're in the theatre district (where I'm wary of all restaurants)!

5 Stars: Great italian choice (by ejramos00)

ejramos00 — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Had a great overall experience. We will be back any time to try other items in the menu. Good value, quality.

4 Stars: Spontaneous decision pays off well (by radamady)

radamady — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

I showed up in classic date gear; she had underdressed to the point of embarrasment. But despite my constant haranguing her, we both felt comfortable at Becco. The ambience was a bit noisy, but the decor and lighting were romantic. Besides, whispering angrily is more convenient when people at other tables are laughing. We ordered the pasta special and were deftly rewarded. The roasted vegetables seemed to "pop" with freshness; not at all boring as I had thought. The seafood accompaniment swam in my mouth. The 3 pastas of the day were equally as surprising and inventive. Never again will I poo-poo a pumpkin-based seasonal pasta...as long as its from Becco. I'm a bit demanding, and after a decade of restaurant experience, a bit of a cynic. But I cannot wait to go back to Becco. You'll recognize me as the bearded curmudgeon making my dinner date miserable, while enjoying the freshness and creativity of the chef.

5 Stars: We'll be back to Becco (by vennnus)

vennnus — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

My husband and I went to Becco last night on the recommendation of many friends and we loved it! The food was fantastic and we had a lovely dining experience. Instead of having the endless pasta, which seemed a little too glutonous, we ordered the swordfish and angus steaks. The portions were huge, the food was simple and flavorful, and the wine selections were great. The only slight flaw was that the place was so busy that the waiter couldn't get to us quite as often as we would have liked. Expect to spend about $100 a couple, but walk away thoroughly full and satisfied.

4 Stars: BEST ON 46TH (by gorgeann27)

gorgeann27 — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

IT WAS NICE TO HAVE DINNER AND WALK OVER TO B-WAY AND SEE A SHOW. EVEN THOUGH IT TOOK ALOT TO GET US SEATED. WE GOT LUCKY I GUESS. BUT IT WAS GOOD FOOD AND WAS PLEASENT TO SEE THAT EVERYONE ENJOYED THERE MEAL.

2 Stars: An interesting place (by mdervis83)

mdervis83 — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

To start the night off i had to go to the bathroom while i was waiting to be seated...i had just had wings earlier in the day, and starbucks, so you know what was about to happend to me. As i go to the bathroom, i sit down and let that stuff go....i mean it was a flow of unnatural forces, picture this, two sun baked pounds of cheese, one old hot dog, and my ex-girlfriend all rolled into my body. came out, then after the el-nino passed i went to finish and no toilet paper....man what a bummer. food was great though.

4 Stars: A Wonderful Feast (by auntieem57)

auntieem57 — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 09:00:00 GMT

My 2 sisters and I went to celebrate my 50th birthday.The food was excellent, the waiters were always helpful and it was a wonderful feast. The only bad thing was, as soon as i finished my soda, they took my to refill it, but when the bill came I was charged $3.00 for every glass! Otherwise, I would highly reccomend Beco's.

5 Stars: A Great Experience!! (by westerner)

westerner — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Our first time in NYC from Wyoming and we selected Becco based on Citysearch information and reviews. Our reservations were made, in advance via phone, for a Thursday evening of Easter weekend at 7:30. The place was packed and when we entered they acted like they were expecting us and that we were longtime friends. We were seated immediately and treated like royalty throughout the evening. The wine selection is so large that if you can't find something you like then you're simply being too fussy. An entire listing of wines for $20 per bottle displays some great buys. Our waiter, Marco, was helpful, courteous, and pure fun. The Maitre D, Nathan, couldn't have been more pleasant. The three of us all had the pasta (I know, boring, but we love pasta) and it was truly wonderful. Throughout the evening we kept hearing, "Please, take your time." The evening was a wonderful experience, the food was terrific, hospitality couldn't have been better, and we absolutely loved it. Would I go back? Are you kidding.....I simply can't wait. Thousands of restaurants in NYC and when I do go back, this is the first one that I'll visit. It was a terrific meal on a wonderful night in a great place. I can't recommend it highly enough. Just plan ahead, be sure you have reservations, and don't show up late. You won't be sorry.

5 Stars: mngordo (by mngord)

mngord — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Dined at Becco's about 8 times or so during the past 2 years. The food is wonderful. Some outstanding choices are the Osso Buco, the rack-of-lamb, fish dishes like striped bass. You can trust the chefs. The meatball appetizer is excellent as well. We usually get the Sampler for dessert, and enjoy almost all items included. Every day there is a pasta special (if you're not dieting) for $21 I think, which includes 3 different pastas (all you can eat). The Caesar's salad included with dinners is outstanding.
We've sat upstairs and down and on both sides of the restaurant. Sometimes we get a VERY small table which is annoying and pre-theatre hours are crowded with reservations almost essential. Service is excellent. We usually get there about 5:45 PM for pre-theatre dinner if show is at 8 PM. If anything, the service is a bit too quick. Excellent cocktails, lots of wines ALL at $25 per bottle. Your server's recommendation is usually fine. Very good wine list beyond the $25 dollar per bottle list, if you want something above "adequate". You will be pleased dining at Becco.

5 Stars: wonderful experience (by ccox)

ccox — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I'd dined at Felidia's on a previous visit to Manhattan, and wasn't so impressed, but I'd vowed to try Lidia's other restaurant, Becco. I had a hunch that I would like it much better, and I was right. The restaurant was very crowded, but since I was dining alone, I sat at the wine bar to have dinner. The bartender was very helpful, and helped me choose a wine to my liking, as well as make dinner recommendations. I had a peppery wine from the Puglia region of Italy, along with the Galleto Al Forno. It was amazing...I couldn't stop gushing to the bartender about how good that oven-roasted chicken breast was.

3 Stars: OK..but not great (by domil23)

domil23 — Wed, 25 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Went here with 3 friends the other night..and I can't said it lived up to its reputation. We had a horrible table location despite reservations earlier in the week (right in front of the door when it was 50 degrees out). We ended up trying the pasta special as it's been recommended by so many people, but half of the pasta was uncooked! We had to pick and choose which noodles to eat, trying to avoid chewing raw dough. In the end, it was OK. Probably won't go back for a while, at least not until the memory of this experience is erased. Good wine selection, though (very cheap), and great dessert.

3 Stars: Rip off (by vivian9999)

vivian9999 — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 09:00:00 GMT

BEWARE! this place charges 18% tip automatically if you have a party of 6 or more, and on top of that, the tip is on top of the tax, meaning they are really getting you for over 20% tip, and their service is not worth it. They may have all you can eat pasta, but you practically have to beg to get a second round of it. If it's all you can eat, when you are done, shouldn't the waiter come around asking if you want more? not this place, they try to take your plates away. We tried to ask for more, and the waiter looked upset, then he called the guy carrying around the pasta to come back, the guy wandered off and we waited about 15 minutes to be served our second round, none of us dare ask for more. With their dessert sampler, they include ice cream and sorbets, but a tiny scoop of each, even if you have 12 people at the table, meaning 12 people will have to dig their spoons into one tiny ice cream flavor, talk about stingy when they charge like $40 for some "unlimited" pasta and some entrees and dessert. The food tasted good, but the service and price kills it.

4 Stars: DON'T go on a Saturday night (by jtmcconnell)

jtmcconnell — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I go often and recommend Becco's to out of town business associates and friends. Went on a Saturday with out of town tickets and the food was great but the service was awful, even surely. Ordered a $25 glass of wine and it was bad. Told the waiter. A young "host" came out and said it was good, obviously we were wrong. Left it on our bill until we asked. Was told mistake but it felt like "trying to get the tourists!"

5 Stars: Amazing Mothers day experience (by djpc97)

djpc97 — Mon, 15 May 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Best meal for the price I have ever had in NYC. We had 8 adults and a three year old for a mothers day lunch on a busy Saturday afternoon. I am always disappointed with the service when I am with a large group like this, but this time I was totally impressed with the staffs ability to not only be attentive but also have a smile on while the avoided my 3 year old nephew as he bounced around.

We had the group special! So much food, I am stuffed now just thinking about it. Salad, pasta tri tasting, Steak, Chicken, Swordfish, Potatos etc.......ALL YOU CAN EAT!!!!!!!

$30 a person ..............AMAZING

2 Stars: Dont do it ! (by georgedevine)

georgedevine — Sun, 30 Apr 2006 09:00:00 GMT

We visited Becco last month . Ok, it's 4:30 PM and we're all waiting outside when the door finally opens . We get escorted through one dining where all the waiters and waitresses are being prepped about the nights menu. Myself along with every other patron were forced to wait in an overcrowded bar while employees carry chairs and such over our heads to prepare for dinner in the next room, shoulder to shoulder we stood there like cattle waiting to be fed. Finally we get seated and our underdressed servers commence running around banging and bumping into us as we sit there waiting to be waited upon. I ordered the all you can eat Pasta , These guys are pros at figuring out what you like and making sure you don't get anymore. service sucks!
I have to admit the bathrooms are very nice and clean.

4 Stars: Lidia is making it great with BECCO! (by jmatthews64)

jmatthews64 — Fri, 21 Apr 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Had dinner 4/14 Friday night @ BECCO and was very pleased with the food and service.
Ordered the Pasta special and the waiter came around filling and refilling my plate with three different pasta dishes all night long. The atmosphere was pleasant and casually comfortable. I left 15 lbs heavier!

4 Stars: If the bosses only knew.... (by critic76)

critic76 — Sat, 01 Apr 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I work in midtown and Becco became our place go to when we wanted to get away from the office and "blow it out" on the corporate card. The meat lasagne is definatly a choice to go with as is the 3 pasta all you can eat option. I do believe the wine menu is fixed at $20 per bottle, so how can you go wrong with that? The service is great especially sinse they always put up with our antics which usually went on for a few hours and the waiters were always quick to refill our wine glasses. Yes, some of the other patrons might have been put off, but then again others enjoyed our enthusiasm and our wit. We always had a great time and showed up back at the office with our stomachs full and our booze levels above legal driving limits.

3 Stars: a mixed bag (by malvarez1969)

malvarez1969 — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 09:00:00 GMT

we had dinner at becco on a friday night, and were seated in the left bar area, which while pretty crowded, had a manageable noise level. the service was attentive and friendly. we ordered the $22 prix fixe which offers choice of caesar salad or grilled vegetables and seafood sampler, and then all-you-can-eat pasta (3 offerings). the pastas were quite good -- 2 of the 3 were homemade/fresh -- and a decent value. the caesar, however, was ordinary and boring, and the seafood appetizers were mediocre (octopus was fishy and the swordfish bland). if i were to go again, i'd probably just order off the main menu. nothing to write home about.

2 Stars: Treating your customers right (by gphedh)

gphedh — Mon, 23 Jan 2006 09:00:00 GMT

We just visited Becco restaurant for the second time as I enjoy Lidia's cooking show on TV so much. However, both times we went to the restaurant we had such problems with the seating (with reservations) that it put a damper on our experience. The first time my husband was seated at the top of the stairs practically in front of the bathroom door. The second time we went to Becco, we were brought through the kitchen to our table! This time we were placed at a tiny table right next to the kitchen in the pathway of every waiter/waitress and patron. We were also disappointed in the menu as the only pasta offered were the all you can eat choices of spaghetti and lasagne, not very creative choices. Overall, two very disappointing experiences at a restaurant where I expected to be thoroughly satisfied.

4 Stars: Becco-o-so good! went on 12/21/05 (by gfav)

gfav — Sun, 25 Dec 2005 09:00:00 GMT

A co-worker recommended this place, I had my heart set on it, but my bf forgot to make reservations on the busiest day of the week theatre Wed! I was soooo upset, We went to restuarant row at about 4:30 no reservations and got a sit immediatly! I was so excited, Great pasta made fresh daily, 3 kinds are brought to you unlimited w/ a starter salad. Pasta changes every day- for only $22 bucks that is your best bet! Great wine selections!! I couldn't choose!!! Must do if your in the theatre area! Restrooms are very clean too.

4 Stars: Worth a Visit (by kipdynamite)

kipdynamite — Thu, 01 Dec 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I spotted this ristorante while walking through "Restaurant Row" and became immediately interested since the dinner room was packed. (It's usually a safer bet that the food is good if the restaurant has a full house). Despite the large 8:30 crowd, we were seated immediately in the charming, quiet back room (recommended). The menu offers a price fix that includes antipasta or cesear salad, and all-you-can pasta, but I opted for "Joe's veal chop," a superb, tender, grilled cut of calf. My friend was also delighted with her selection of the organic chicken. For dessert, we tried the sampler that included small portions of sorbert, chocolate mousse, cheesecake, bread pudding, and custard. All were delicious, but the cheesecake stood out of the group as the best. Overall, I recommend this restaurant, but the service could have been more attentive and polite.

2 Stars: trio of pastas a let down (by hbelica)

hbelica — Fri, 18 Nov 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I was so excited to try Lidia's restaurant - only to find the trio of pastas overcooked and underinspired. The orrechiette dish was so bitter it was inedible. The 4 cheese pasta was cooked to within an inch of its life. The papardelle was decent but dull - chopped tomatoes seemed the only ingredient. I won't go back.

5 Stars: What a wonderful dinner! (by aperez77)

aperez77 — Mon, 10 Oct 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I went to Becco on 10/4/05 with my co-workers. It was a party of 7 and we had a GREAT time. EVERYTHING we ate was absolutely delicious! Since we were a fairly large party, we were recommended the family-style type menu, which included a Ceasar salad, fresh vegetables, unlimited portion of pasta and then steak, chicken and fish (swordfish) as the main entrees. Then for dessert, which was also included in this deal, we had an assortment of all the desserts that are offered. Everything we had was absolutely great. I have been to Becco several times and I have not been disappointed yet. This is definitely a great choice for dinner. The one item I will comment about is the noise. It is usually very loud and sometimes it is a little difficult to hear the waiter, but we just asked him to repeat and we were fine.

5 Stars: Better than Babbo's (by fingerlickingkitten)

fingerlickingkitten — Fri, 30 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

We had a fantastic meal at Becco's last night. Overall, the dining experience was relaxing and perfect. The antipasto is good, the pastas are fantastic, and the dessert cheese platter is gigantic. The wine was even good considering how inexpensive it is. The service was seemless.

4 Stars: Nice place to go (by venusmira)

venusmira — Sun, 25 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Went with spouse and child- here is the scoop:
Waiter was attentive and friendly
Food was fine- Pastas were good but stuffed pepper portion could have been larger. Wine was good and inexpensive. Chocolate cake good. No childrens menu but were able to accomodate.

1 Stars: Walk out (by chrisseddon)

chrisseddon — Wed, 14 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Great food, but boy can the head waiter be rude! A minor problem over a substitution and the head waiter is accusing us of all manner of things. We had to walk out before any courses were served. Unbelievable.

5 Stars: What good food and fine dining are all about (by jjgemini)

jjgemini — Tue, 23 Aug 2005 09:00:00 GMT

It's cozy, with a feeling like eating at grandma's house, where everything is warm and the company you keep is half the fun! A price fix pasta special allows for a whirlwind of all you can eat pasta. The wine list is priced at the same reasonable price for every bottle of wine... so that you are selecting a WINE that you like rather than a PRICE you want. Entrees are less expensive than most lesser quality restaurants and the restaurant is swarming with service at just the right moment, with people who love a good time as much as you do. Accomodations are available for those who are heading off to the theatre, as well. So book in advance, enjoy the meal, and the show. And after the show, head back for a nightcap and choose from their extensive list which includes a dozen varieties of grappa! ****

5 Stars: Lovely Italian (by aed66)

aed66 — Sun, 14 Aug 2005 09:00:00 GMT

We had a lovel meal before the theatre here. We did have to wait for our table despite having a reservation but the food was excellent and the wait staff attentive. I would definatley go there again and being in the theatre district they were sensitive to our time constraints.

5 Stars: My favorite theater district restaurant (by cgracia)

cgracia — Sun, 07 Aug 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I haven't had the pasta, but the appetizers, salads, and entrees (especially the steak and lamb) are extraordinary. The steak is marinated in a secret concoction of mushrooms and spices and it's one of the best I've ever had. I enjoy having a seat at the bar (where you can order from the full menu) and letting the excellent sommelliers recommend wines with each course. The $25 list of bottles is superb, and everyone there is friendly and professional. If it was a tad less pricey, I'd eat there every week.

5 Stars: Very Good !!! (by 15review)

15review — Sun, 15 May 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I've eaten here at least 3 times, and have even thrown a party in their garden room! The pastas are delicious and do not miss the dessert sampler. I have been dissapointed with the lemon chicken, thoughm as it was very dry. Overall, the service is friendly but I would recommend avoiding the 'pre theater' sitting if you would like to relax and really taste the food. The table anti pasto is great!

5 Stars: Second Time Around (by quaxo)

quaxo — Tue, 19 Apr 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I go to the theatre often and with so many restaurants in NYC I like to try a different one each time, however, my companion wanted to eat at Becco again. You can't beat the value of the Pre Fixe and the Under $25 wine list is great! The pasta is always hot and fresh and NEVER soggy. My friend is a vegetarian and one of the pastas featured last time had meat in it so what did the staff do? They brought her a primavera! The staff is most accomadating and always friendly & knowledgeable. They get you in and out without missing the curtain or feeling rushed in any way. Brava Lidia, etal. ENCORE!

5 Stars: Went there for Mom's Day last year.... (by Roxanne148)

Roxanne148 — Sat, 16 Apr 2005 09:00:00 GMT

And we thought the food was great. We had kids and seniors at the table. They serve family style so it was more than enough for all. We thought the food was great, the pasta outstanding!, and the value tremendous. For large groups and families and for those of us that are budget conscious, its a great choice.

5 Stars: Much Better Than Expected (by mandon)

mandon — Wed, 16 Mar 2005 09:00:00 GMT

We had tickets to Movin Out last Thursay and were recommended to Becco by a friend who swears by the place. After reading the reviews here I wasn't sure. There's alot of truth in them all.. The food is fantastic, the service is great and it is crowded. Tables are smaller than I'd like, but prices are reasonable enough to justify, and it seems there's plenty of demand. We'll go back next time after the theater rush.

3 Stars: Average place in an average land (by mphnyc)

mphnyc — Mon, 14 Mar 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Whether you're off to a show or not, Becco was a very "average" stop. The pirce-fixe wine list is a good idea, but finding something tasty is very difficult and I found myself wishing I would have brought my own bottle and asked for a corkage fee. Tables were too small, as they handles the budtle of the pre-theatre crowd, I found myself having to move thinsg off the table to fit the over-sized plates. They were very consciencious about fixing teh wine problem, and getting us out on time for the show - that we appreciate!

5 Stars: User review by dietcokes (by dietcokes)

dietcokes — Mon, 07 Mar 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I was there Saturday night and had a fantastic meal and service. Had to wait less than 10 mins. for our reserved table but was given complementary champagne and desserts. Overall, very satisfied and would definately recommend stopping in for dinner.

2 Stars: Too close for comfort (by w34thguy)

w34thguy — Mon, 21 Feb 2005 09:00:00 GMT

This is one of my favorite restaurants for dining. However, I was there this past Saturday night, 2/18/05 and it was one of the increasingly more and more less than pleasant experiences. The tables are so close, the waiters/wait staff/helpers kept bumping in to me constantly trying to get to other tables that were near us. The table itself has little if no space for the appetizers they bring out, and you feel extremely cramped. You are so close to each other, it's like you are invading others privacy. Love the food, but really dislike the cramped feeling.

3 Stars: expensive and noisy (by inwoodreviewer)

inwoodreviewer — Wed, 16 Feb 2005 09:00:00 GMT

The restaurant is so crowded and noisy, and the food is very expensive. It's hard to even walk through the place, you have to shout to be heard, and there are always busboys moving tables and running about with skillets of pasta. You could pay half as much at other places, have better food, and certainly be in a less frazzled environment.

5 Stars: They treat you like family! (by sacadc)

sacadc — Mon, 20 Dec 2004 09:00:00 GMT

This place is fabulous! Took a group of 5 this Saturday...great food and the service was amazing! We had two waiters the entire night helping!
Definitely get the 3 pasta course...either as meal or add on...so worth it! Also, take advantage of the $25 wine menu!

5 Stars: Terrific establishment (by niracomix)

niracomix — Mon, 29 Nov 2004 09:00:00 GMT

I walked in without reservations on a busy Friday evening and was shown to the back bar where my friend and I got to try different wines for free along with delicious olives and breadsticks. We waited about 15 minutes before being seated in a cozy spot next to the patio doors. The ambience in that room was better since it was darker and quieter, plus great exposed brick walls. The service was friendly and prompt. The food was hot and plentiful, plus we ordered a three pasta special, which we got to share and was divine. We were very sorry that we ate so much that we couldn't try a dessert. Finally, for one glass of wine and an entree per person, we each paid $36.00 including tip.

5 Stars: Hooked (by jek1955)

jek1955 — Tue, 16 Nov 2004 09:00:00 GMT

One of the best meals I've had in a long time combined with the vakue that was excellent. The only thing that could have made it better would have been having Lydia there herself. Service was quick and very polite and helpful!!! The three pasta special was our choice with the $25 bottle of wine that the waitress seleceted for us. "I'll Be Back"

4 Stars: oonagh - london (by oonagh madden)

oonagh madden — Mon, 15 Nov 2004 09:00:00 GMT

I ate in this restaurant twice during my stay in NY . Our evening meal was slightly disapointing. The food itself was fine but we were seated at the back of the restaurant where the tables were too close together, really intrusive on the people either side. I would request a table at the front, much better. Also we ordered a reserve wine and I was slighty annoyed that when they took it away to open it, they did not bring back the bottle to show us, even though I queried this, so it left us in doubt of what wine we were drinking.
When we had lunch on the Tuesday it was less busy and we were seated at the front. The service was great and the food lovely (set 3 pasta menu).
I would definately return either pre-theatre or lunch, not for the whole evening.

5 Stars: GREAT FOOD, GREAT PRICES (by CDEMETRI)

CDEMETRI — Sat, 28 Aug 2004 09:00:00 GMT

NICE LITTLE PLACE IN RESTAURANT ROW IN THEATER DISTRICT, FOOD WAS OUTSTANDING, SERVICE VERY GOOD, AND PRICES FOR NYC WERE REASONABLE. CHECK IT OUT YOU WON'T BE SORRY.

5 Stars: outstanding dining experience (by cp48851)

cp48851 — Wed, 21 Jul 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Took my girlfriend during a recent weekend in the city. Family members have always raved about Becco so I decided to give it a shot - we were not disappointed. The service was outstanding, they were even accomodating to my girlfriend who is a vegetarian (since she couldn't eat the lobster ravioli that was part of the price fixed meal, they made her a special order of spinach ravioli!). Great selection of wines, delicious food all around, wonderful service, we will certainly be there again!

3 Stars: If you're not a tourist, stay away! (by mbp117x)

mbp117x — Thu, 08 Jul 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Average food, noisy room, high prices... this place has it all! The out-of-towners writing rave reviews obviously have no idea that you can get *excellent* Italian food in NYC for the same price elsewhere, and get very good Italian food for much cheaper somewhere else, too. If you live in NYC, you already knew this. For the toursts: check out the many great places in the East Village or uptown. There's a reason why the locals only eat in midtown for business lunches.

5 Stars: Great food and it won't break the bank (by foodman25)

foodman25 — Mon, 24 May 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Considering how many expensive restaurants there are in NYC, it is wonderful to find somewhere to enjoy a delicious meal and not go broke. Becco is that place. I went before a show with my girlfriend and the waitstaff is very conscious of your time limitations but they don't rush you out either. The food was absolutely delicious (you must try the osso bucco) and as stated in the previous post, the dessert sampler is one of the best deals for dessert in all of NYC. Highly recommended restaurant row choice. Give it a try!

5 Stars: The best! (by kppm)

kppm — Sat, 22 May 2004 09:00:00 GMT

This is my # 1 favorite restaurant in the city and beyond comapre in the theatre district. The prixe fix menu is Fanastic... so much food... and the pastas.... THE BEST! Wonderul atmosphere... prefer the back room or upstairs.
The dessert sampler platter is THE BEST DESSERT DEAL ANY WHERE!

3 Stars: Yawn (by biaxinle)

biaxinle — Sat, 22 May 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Raves do not apply to this little cafe for the food. The pastas were very salty without decent flavor. They relied on unusual pairings. The pasta itself was fresh but undercooked. We did like the 20 dollar wine list because it was unpretentious and the our waiter was great!

5 Stars: From TV to my Tummy! (by hiya79)

hiya79 — Mon, 10 May 2004 09:00:00 GMT

I've longed to taste Lidia's meals and salivate at the sight of her creations on TV, so when I went to her restaurant, I expected the best. I got even better! The food was inventive and delicious and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend it!

5 Stars: Good Luck (by djsjshu)

djsjshu — Sun, 01 Feb 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Well prepared and delicious food along with friendly service would keep us coming back. The food and wine came out at a quick pace which helped to take your mind off of the uncomfortable chairs. The $20 wine list is a rare find with a great selection of table wines. Order off the reserve list and you receive Reidel Crystal. Very enjoyable!

3 Stars: What's the deal? (by ottolars)

ottolars — Thu, 15 Jan 2004 09:00:00 GMT

With so many excellent choices for Italian cuisine in the city, it's perplexing that Becco has received such a positive response. As another reviewer stated, it's just a pre-theater fix for tourists. That should tell you all you need to know right there. Everyone who knows NYC well knows that Times Square caters specifically to those who are too starstruck to notice that the food is sub-par at best. Try a different neighborhood for REAL New York food. It's not at ESPN Zone, mind you.

4 Stars: Food I recommend, service I do not (by angela6380)

angela6380 — Tue, 23 Dec 2003 09:00:00 GMT

The service was very uncoordinated. It was as if the waitress and the several men helping her didn't talk because noone knew what the other had done or not done. My friend & I both ordered the pasta pre-fixe and she was given a plate and I was not. She was served and I waited at least 5 minutes before I even got a plate.... There were so many issues, but what could have made up for it was a waitress with a good disposition, not a snarly one. The food was good though and I would return with the hopes of receiving better service. Lydia was there signing cookbooks, it was fun to get a glance of the tv chef.

4 Stars: Becco Better than Felidia (by kissthecook)

kissthecook — Mon, 24 Nov 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Becco is a much better value and establishment than Felidia has turned out to be. The food, though less refined, is consistently satisfying. The pasta prix fixe is a value that can't be beat. Dine after 8PM to avoid the pre-theatre crowd (and the noise level that it can bring).

4 Stars: Great Food (by paulamoore)

paulamoore — Tue, 11 Nov 2003 09:00:00 GMT

We have eaten at Becco twice. The first time we had a little trouble being served seconds on the all you can eat pasta. But the food was so delicious that we decided to try them again. The second time the service was excellent & the food as great as ever. Their pastas are delicious! We can't wait to get to New York City again to eat here.

5 Stars: Very Impressive (by mimialota)

mimialota — Thu, 06 Nov 2003 09:00:00 GMT

We were treated like royalty on our anniversary. Greeted at the door professionally and seated within a few minutes of our reservation we were out in time for our theater reservation. Pork Chop was AWESOME! Green beans amd little potatoes roasted were perfect. Service - Great Food - Great Don't miss dessert! Try the Tiramisu

5 Stars: Romance, Romance (by jwcjdc)

jwcjdc — Thu, 06 Nov 2003 09:00:00 GMT

My husband and I found ourselves on an impromptu Wednesday evening stay in the City for business. Friends recommended Becco and being a cooking show fanatic, knew Lidia's place had to be great. Not disapointed! We were treated to a wonderful "taste" of wines at the bar before dinner (yummy breadsticks and fresh olives), the staff trying to find us just the right one. Then dinner at a quiet table in the back room - everything was terrific - my husband had the pasta special, and my veal chop was delicious. Salads were fresh, tasty and the cannollis....well, we couldn't eat them after the meal, but they wrapped them up for us and it was a great late night snack at the hotel and even breakfast the next morning - best ever.

We will be taking friends from out of town there before a show next week - can't wait!

2 Stars: Major Disappointment (by aya_midori)

aya_midori — Fri, 24 Oct 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Love of Lida's TV show lead me to Becco for dinner on a Thursday night. The restaurant was crowded and didn't have much elbow room. Waiters had to reach over people to deliver food. The food was sub-par. We ordered a prix fixie (aniti pasto or ceaser salad with 3 types of different pastas) and anitpasto caldo for two. Antipasto was interesting enough; however, pasta was only one step up from Olive Garden. The pasta offered for the night were penne w/ tomato & basil, ling. w/ clam, and cannelloni. Among those, linguni with clam was best tasting; however, it was served with only 2 clams in the begining, and subsequent servings consisted only of pasta, no clam. For the total dinner price of $95, I think that the restaurant should have been better.

5 Stars: Delightful (by kbsimons)

kbsimons — Fri, 10 Oct 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Went pre-theatre on Sept 26th. The wait staff were friendly, knowledgeable and appropriately attentive. Never felt rushed. Jeremy, the sommelier, was charming, discerning and most helpful. The food was well prepared (osso bucco was fork tender and delicious) and the three desserts we tried were exquisite, especially the Pannacotta. My wife and I travel to NYC at least 5 times a year and always try different restaurants bur Becco is a keeper and we will go back.

4 Stars: To Lidia: Becco is as charming as you (by contempler)

contempler — Sun, 21 Sep 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Our pre-theatre party of four was promptly seated and engaged in conversation by a friendly wait staff. The pasta special was delicious and an excellent value for restaurant row. The dining area was a bit of a squeeze, but tight quarters can be fun when everyone around you is obviously having a good time. Giant pans of pasta circulate through the dining area, refilling the plates of those that ordered the three pasta, all you can eat special. Everything is so fresh that you just expect Lidia to walk out of the kitchen with a spoon in her hand.

5 Stars: Tight but awesome (by mcberry3)

mcberry3 — Wed, 17 Sep 2003 09:00:00 GMT

The space is definitely crowded but whether you are pre theater or just looking for a reasonably priced restaurant in Manhattan with wonderful food and a fantastic wine list, this is the place. I cannot rave enough about the food and I just love the idea of a $20 wine list in addition to the regular. Restaurants all over Manhattan should adopt that idea!

5 Stars: MarySD (by marysandiego)

marysandiego — Mon, 01 Sep 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Becco saved our night. We had reservations at Barbettas. Made them and had them confirm them the day before. Got there to find Barbetta closed for vacation!!! Becco fit us in and fed us WELL! A very busy place, good food, and great service!!! Save room for dessert, though as they are even better than the pasta.

3 Stars: I Don't Get This Place! (by guyt)

guyt — Wed, 20 Aug 2003 09:00:00 GMT

It's just another pre-theatre place and that's all! Like all the other supposed GREAT "Restaurant Row" joints, the food here is "so-so" and the ambience, well, there is none! It's crowded, noisy and frantic! The supposed "deal" is a Prix Fixe that includes a choice of marginal salads and three "all you can eat" pasta specials. Any menu offering/choice beyond that is over-priced and under-quality. If you go, get a downstairs table. At least there, they seem to have painted it recently and it's a lot brighter than the upstairs subway tunnel.

5 Stars: We came, we saw (by bonappi)

bonappi — Tue, 19 Aug 2003 09:00:00 GMT

After hearing so many good things and watching Lidia on her T.V. show, we finally got to visit Becco after being stuck in a blackedout hotel.

Happy to say, everything was back to normal in NYC and the meal was delicious. The staff made it fun and next time in town we will definitely be back.

P.S. Order the "Fried Shrimp appetizer.
Awesome.

4 Stars: More than pasta... (by bindonator)

bindonator — Thu, 31 Jul 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Becco came highly rated everywhere we looked. They have a fabulous wine list where every bottle is only $20 and the servers are knowledgable enough to make recommendations based on your likes and dislikes. I had the pasta special (the mushroom ravoli were incredible), my husband had a chicken dish. We shared a bottle of wine and a dessert, but our bill was only $90 (including tip). We stuffed ourselves with food and took the cannelloni home to eat later. (By the way, if you like cannelloni ask for it as it wasn't on our menu!) One word of warning: this place is BUSY, so don't show up late for your reservations or they may not be able to seat you for a while.

5 Stars: Fabulous (by tania)

tania — Sat, 12 Jul 2003 09:00:00 GMT

We were recently visiting New York and were on our way to a Show. We made reservations at Becco. We had prompt seating, outstanding service, amazing food, tremendous wine list (we recommend the Sangiovese). What made our visit extra special was that we didn't have room for dessert at the end of our meal (the pasta was so amazing we just kept eating), our waiter suggested we come back after our show, which we did. To our surprise they recognized us, set up a "special dessert table" and served us some FABULOUS desserts, topped off with wonderful after-dinner-drinks. All in all, a perfect dining experience. Thanks Becco!

5 Stars: Yeah! It's Good (by 1derful)

1derful — Fri, 04 Jul 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Pre Theater resteraunts are usually so so.. so/

this place was great. Fast and Friendly, Delicious and Happy to See US!

Try the Appetizer of the SPECIAL CHEESE!

GREAT Wine List and GREAT PASTA!!

5 Stars: Best Birthday Ever (by 4433772)

4433772 — Thu, 03 Jul 2003 09:00:00 GMT

The meal was booked for a surprise 30th birthday for my husband. When making reservations, I asked if a bottle of Champagne could be waiting at the table for when we arrived.
Not only was the chapmagne chilled and waiting for us, but the staff made us feel extremely welcome. The waiter even dressed up my husbands dessert with a candle and wrote 'Happy Birthday' in chocolate sauce - it's the little touches.
The food was delicious, the service was fantastic and the price could not be beaten.
I will definitely be returning and I would recommend Becco's to one and all!

5 Stars: Outstanding (by jerryhild45)

jerryhild45 — Tue, 03 Jun 2003 09:00:00 GMT

We were late getting into town to see a Broadway show and had several cell phone conversations with the lady and gentleman who kept answering the phone. They were extremely helpful and held our table for us. After a LONG TERRIBLE drive into the city, we arrived at Becco. Very warm greeting and excellent service. Our food came out on time and we got to our show which our waiter gave us directions to. Too many good things to say about this place.

5 Stars: Special Day (by UpstateSisters)

UpstateSisters — Mon, 02 Jun 2003 09:00:00 GMT

This past Saturday, two weary, rain-bedraggled shoppers showed up at Becco. Even tho we did not have reservations, the lovely young lady at the door put us down for the 1st dinner seating. We were treated in grand style by all the staff, and had the best meal we've had on a shopping trip. Although we could have made a meal of the breads and dip alone, sis had a super steak;I had perfectly grilled salmon. Too full for desert but I ordered the sampler anyway. We devoured it. If you want to be alone, eat at home. If you want "cheap", go to McD's. But if you want really good food, pretty surroundings, sweet people waiting on you...give Becco a try. Sis works in a hospital , I work in a factory. Our pennies are hard-earned. Becco was worth every cent.

1 Stars: NOISE, NOISE, NOISE (by fpetersen)

fpetersen — Sun, 25 May 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Kid Freindly: YES
Romantic: NO
A zoo. My wife and I had the pasta & salad Prix fix.
Not bad - but the place was packed tighter than a sardine can with screaming kids all over the place. We couldn't wait to leave. If you're into carbo loading before a marathon this place is for you. Anybody else - go elsewhere.

5 Stars: Great! (by kovatch1)

kovatch1 — Sun, 18 May 2003 09:00:00 GMT

The $20 wine list was a nice aspect of the experience. Very large portions. Great service.

5 Stars: Great pre theatre (by bella123)

bella123 — Mon, 12 May 2003 09:00:00 GMT

This is the best pre theatre dinner there is. Pretty dining rooms- busling with people going to shows. Very fun atomosphere. Great prices- price fix pasta meal was great and reasonable wine selection. Great service too!

4 Stars: Great Food for the Money (by nanci0125)

nanci0125 — Fri, 09 May 2003 09:00:00 GMT

My fiance and dined there on Saturday 5/3/03.
We arrived about 5:30 without a reservation.
Within a 1/2 hour we were seated.

Great food for the price. If you do the prix fix it's
$21. We ordered from the menu. The steak was great, as well as the special that evening, stuffed
boned suckling pig.

The only negative I can say is that their pasta as well as their risotto were a little too al dente for
me. I don't know if they always cook them that
al dente or if it was just the chefs that night.

Oh.. and 100 wines under $20!

5 Stars: We were greeted upon arrival and seated (by bloomoon)

bloomoon — Mon, 05 May 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Once we sat, a box of homemade bread was placed on the table with a nice orange table dip. We all ordered priced fixed which was three delicious pastas coming after a fresh vegetable plate and cesare salad. I saw a steak at the table next to us I WISH i had ordered, but the desserts were great. I will definitly go back.

5 Stars: Never Tasted Anything Like This Before (by bgmom)

bgmom — Wed, 02 Apr 2003 09:00:00 GMT

My guests and I were stunned by the stuffed shells we had at Becco the other night. We asked our server what was in it, and he said it was ORANGE ZEST! I've never heard of that before! We also had Rigatoni with Broccoli and Garlic (mmmmm..) and a Fetucini with a meat sauce. A dessert sampler was shared for the table and consisted of bread pudding, homemade ice cream, a chocolate mousse to die for and fresh berries that were so good they should be illegal.

I highly reccomend Becco. The staff was fantastic, and be sure to say hello to the tall guy who sells the wine. His choices for our party were outstanding.

5 Stars: GREAT PRE-THEATER DINING (by dtat99)

dtat99 — Mon, 31 Mar 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Brought my parents there for my dad's 60th birthday!! Food and Sevice was great.

5 Stars: Great before the show. (by megio)

megio — Sat, 29 Mar 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Fantastic. The pasta all you can eat three different kinds is an awesome idea. and they're delicious. This has been my second time there and I will soon visit again because everything on the menu looks good. Service was great and the ambience was homey. The wine guy made great selections and we will soon b back.

3 Stars: Was ok... (by TardyKat)

TardyKat — Wed, 26 Feb 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Food was ok. It was packed the night we went. Took forever to get our soda refills (too much ice, too little coke!!). We tried the prixe fixe but pasta being pasta, you can only eat so much. We didn't have enough time to try the dessert sampler, which sounded nice.

5 Stars: fun restaurant (by baileyzoeca)

baileyzoeca — Sun, 09 Feb 2003 09:00:00 GMT

fun staff, food is ok, great prix fix $20 win list

5 Stars: Great Birthday! (by mrl0323)

mrl0323 — Tue, 04 Feb 2003 09:00:00 GMT

I took my boyfriend there for his birthday (we went to Felidia for my birthday). Rife, our waiter was AWESOME! His recommendations were right on the money. The aps, the dinner, the wine, the desert! Absolutly Fabulous. Close quarters allow for friendly conversation between tables. Yes they have pre-fix pasta, but the other items on the menu are not that expensive and yummy too!
HIGHLY recommended! Def. will go back again!

5 Stars: Birthday Bash to Remember (by reedable)

reedable — Thu, 30 Jan 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Becco was the perfect way to start my birthday celebrations in the City! Four of us ordered of the pre fix menu and enjoyed sharing the fabulous treats with each other. For dessert, the sampler tray had a simple candle in it in honor of my birthday, but there was no obnoxious or embarrassing singing. The food was great! The decor was simply elegant. A fantastic experience!

4 Stars: Wine lover's delight (by mrodino)

mrodino — Fri, 10 Jan 2003 09:00:00 GMT

Fantastic wine selections. The $20 wine list had some surprising standouts. We had a large table so we were able to experiment and the staff was very helpful with recomendations. I had the pasta dinner and wasn't very impressed with the quality. It was good, but i had been expecting better. The seafood appetizer was a little fishy also. Service was great. The staff was friendly and attentive. Overall I recommend this restaurant, especially for larger groups who can take advantage and appreciate the large selection and varient of wine.

5 Stars: Fabulous! (by kellynielson)

kellynielson — Thu, 09 Jan 2003 09:00:00 GMT

We dined here on the first night of our first visit to NYC. This was a perfect start to our trip....the prix fixe menu was great - and the pasta was phenomenal! Definitely recommend it.

5 Stars: excellent pre-theatre dinner (by mcapucci)

mcapucci — Tue, 07 Jan 2003 09:00:00 GMT

A friend and I dined at Becco pre-theatre during the busy holiday season. The place was packed, but we didn't feel rushed. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. The food was superb; our delicious pumpkin soup was served piping hot from a pot the server brought to the table. The Caesar salad (which comes with every entree) was heaped upon our plates from a huge platter. The entrees were so large, I took my leftover portion home and had lunch for two the next day! Each item on the dessert sampler plate was to die for. The only negative thing I can say is that we were unaware of the specials because our server did not inform us. Otherwise, a lovely experience.

5 Stars: One of my favorites (by JanCKD)

JanCKD — Wed, 01 Jan 2003 09:00:00 GMT

My husband, two teenagers, and I just enjoyed a pre-theatre dinner at Becco and the meal was absolutely delightful. I ordered the Prix Fixe Pasta while my husband and children ordered from the menu - we were all happy with our choices. The meal was well-paced, the wine list terrific for the price and the wait staff was helpful and pleasant.

5 Stars: Yo! (by fryend)

fryend — Thu, 28 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

On a busy night we were taken care of. We watch Lydia on T.V. all the time and actuallt saw her son Joe at the place Becco last weekend. Waiters and Waitresses were wonderferfull and dinner was amazing. I had an osobucco and George had the whoile fish they call "Pesce Interno" . Ceaser Salad was as good as it gets and I can't wait to go back again. Hope Lydia is there to sign my book!!!

5 Stars: Excellent food, excellent service. (by pickles79)

pickles79 — Wed, 27 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Make sure to make a reservation for this restaurant, because many people know how good it is and you'll wait. The food was excellent and the service was just as good. Have an empty stomach when you go because the portions are big. Prices are reasonable, worth every penny.

5 Stars: Good Show (by thrtgoer)

thrtgoer — Sun, 24 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

In between shows on Saturday, we thought we'd try to sneak into Becco. Reservations were unsuccessful, but we showed up anyway and were assisted by the doorman who helped us with the menu and took our order! When we sat, our dinner was delivered promplty (Like FAST) and we had plenty of time to make The Goat, which by the way I also recommend highly (Great Show!) . Look forward to going back with more time and really diving in to the menu and the wine list.

5 Stars: Pasta, Pasta, Pasta! (by mymomskid)

mymomskid — Sat, 23 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Lidia always makes her pasta smile :)

I Did after eating at Becco. Perfect Spinach Ravioli and a tender homemade linguni with Tomato and Basil. Service was great and our waitress was fantastic. My friend had a chicken dish she raved about with spinach and olives. Very busy, make a reservation.

5 Stars: Quite Good (by lady4bug)

lady4bug — Fri, 22 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Our dinner last night was good. I've heard much about htis place and was not disappointed. My companion had the fresh tuna which was cooked perfectly rare, and I had the Veal Osso Bucco which was falling off the bone delicious. A dessert sampler had a mousse to die for and some of the creamiest ice creams I have ever tasted. Try the Cherry Vanilla!

3 Stars: Overrated and overpriced (by picassopablo)

picassopablo — Sat, 09 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

We had a large party of 10. I was not disappointed in the the veal chop I had, it was very good, but we could not get a dish of pasta for the kids at all. We paid full price and they ate nothing. The dishes were a bit unusual and very overpriced. The wine list was completely in Italian and the waiter seemed agitated with us. The best deal was the wine at $20/bottle. The food was okay, not worth $375.00. I'll go to Johns Pizza next time. We felt we were ripped off!

5 Stars: A Delightful New York Experience (by dduck1029)

dduck1029 — Sat, 02 Nov 2002 09:00:00 GMT

My husband and I recently visited New York and ate at Becco before we saw a show. We had reservations and were seated immediately. The all you can eat pasta was wonderful and the flavors were amazing. The wine list is extensive and very reasonable ($20 a bottle). The service was superb and the dining room was filled with laughter and conversation of people enjoying a night out with friends and loved ones. We had a great time and would return.

5 Stars: Almost like home (by ndistler)

ndistler — Thu, 24 Oct 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Each time i want good food, i always go to becco. I constantly recommend this place to my friends who are seeing a show, a place to get together for a birthday or meeting friends for dinner. The price is reasonable, the service is wonderful, the people are really nice and the presentation is outstanding. Even though they have a wonderful menu selction i always order the pasta pre-fixed and how can you go wrong with the wine list for 20.00....do not pass up on tryin becco...you would be missing out!

5 Stars: ABBONDANZA! (by bonjourno)

bonjourno — Wed, 23 Oct 2002 09:00:00 GMT

I'm still full! 14 of us went last night to Becco. We did a four course extravaganza they call abbondanza. Awesome rib eye steak, chicken with olives and fettucvini bolognese were among some of the best things I've ever tasted. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

5 Stars: Sooo GOOD! (by mangia)

mangia — Tue, 22 Oct 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Ate at Becco last night. All I can say is WOW! Appetizer of soft polenta and crispy mushrooms was unlike anything I've ever had. Delisch! And the pasta course with Ossobuco was fabulous. Busy place, lots of fun and great service.

1 Stars: just like home ... (by deanneromano)

deanneromano — Thu, 10 Oct 2002 09:00:00 GMT

if you want that! Someone comes by with a saucepan of different pastas, all at once, thrown on your plate most unappealingly. Like an all you can eat buffet at some cheap restaurant. And the salad was old, plain, and terrible. The 'good price' did not include anything but the slop they called pasta. The price was overpriced, way over priced. Go anywhere, but don't go here. I hear esca is good. The morracan place across the street served excellent fish. Great price too. DOn't remember the name.

5 Stars: Take your friends! (by cwlawsonpa)

cwlawsonpa — Tue, 01 Oct 2002 09:00:00 GMT

My wife and I both had the daily pastas for dinner. The waitstaff is courteous and the food is terrific. With so many $20 bottles of wines from which to choose, our waiter helped pick a good one. We'll be back.

5 Stars: Becco Beautiful (by charlienatoli)

charlienatoli — Thu, 19 Sep 2002 09:00:00 GMT

I had the delicious $21.95 all u can eat pasta special. It was great..No soggy pasta here...The bread and olives were great also..Wonderful wait staff !!

5 Stars: Great food! Tight seating. (by ddc0660)

ddc0660 — Tue, 17 Sep 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Very simple review:

Food was great! Their "pollo al limone" was fantastic. The atmosphere was amazing. My girlfriend and I had lunch on a Sunday afternoon to celebrate our anniversary. It was quite a romantic setting.

The room did get a bit noisy as the meal went on. It seems they've attempted to make use of every ounce of space in the dinning area. This led to a small logistical problem and a slight feeling of "crampness."

5 Stars: Excellent Italian, Great Service/Price (by ahwang)

ahwang — Sun, 28 Jul 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Came here again for pre-theatre dinner. This time got the prix fixe pasta with antipasti starter. The antipasti consisted of excellent roasted vegetables, fresh peas, baby octopus, buffalo ricotta with honey, macerated salmon - all incredible and fresh. All-you-can-eat pastas of the day (served table side hot from the pan!!) were house-made linguine primavera, penne with tomato sauce and fresh basil, and oxtail ravioli (unbelievable). I had so much I thought I couldn't take anymore. Then I room for dessert! We shared ricotta cheesecake with sour cherries and amaretto semifreddo, paired with vin santo. With a bottle of rosso piceno, the tab came to $180 (tax/tip included) for 4 people. And our waiter was absolutely delightful and very knowledgeable on the food and wine.

5 Stars: This place is great (by mcdee)

mcdee — Wed, 10 Jul 2002 09:00:00 GMT

For $ 21.95 you get mixed antipasto or Caesar salad ( go with the antipasti ) and unlimited servings of three homemade pastas. Good food at a great price!

5 Stars: PERFECT PRE-THEATER (by elvistaco1)

elvistaco1 — Wed, 19 Jun 2002 09:00:00 GMT

$21.95 PRE-FIXE WITH CHOICE OF A GREAT CAESAR SALAD OR A WONDERFUL MIXED ANTIPASTO, THEN THEY SERVE THREE HOUSE-MADE PASTAS FROM A HOT KITCHEN SAUTE PAN. THE MUSHROOM AND SWISS CHARD RAVIOLI WERE SUBIME! HUGE LIST OF GOOD WINES, EACH PRICED AT $20. NOT ONLY A GREAT VALUE, BUT EXCELLENT SERVICE AND PLEASANT DECOR.

5 Stars: Will Definitely go back (by boarderdeb)

boarderdeb — Wed, 05 Jun 2002 09:00:00 GMT

I had a friend in from Texas and we met there at 9pm. Even though our reservations weren't until 9:30pm, they took us right away. We had a table upstairs and I loved the room. The service was incredible. Leave a lot of time to eat though, because they let you EXPERIENCE the meal, you are not rushed through it. We did not leave there until 12:20am. The portions are huge, and I would recommend adding the all-you-can-eat 3 pastas to any meal. It was worth it. And definitely get the dessert sampler. For only $4.50 pp, you get about 3 desserts each. Great for sharing. All wines were $20 and we really enjoyed ours. Overall, a wonderful dining experience. Bravo!