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Padre Figlio, a new family established Italian Steakhouse in Midtown East by father and son team Antonio & Mario Cerra, is putting a new spin on the classic and often impersonal steakhouse model. This Italian restaurant specializes in a range of delicious Italian/Neapolitan fare that is sure to please everyone's palette. This Italian steakhouse offers up lunch and dinner Monday-Sunday with a menu that has something for anyone to enjoy including Carpaccio of Smoked Salmon, Rib Eye, Chilean Sea Bass, salads, desserts and much more. Established and named for the dynamic family combo, this Italian neighborhood restaurant not only offers an original menu but also an impressive ambience and genuinely warm service. Prix Fix menus are available as well. Whether you're having a drink with friends at the bar, or on a romantic date, Padre Figlio is the place to go.
Padre Figlio
310 east 44 street
NY, NY
There is something about Padre Figlio, which just tells you they know what they are doing. It starts with the hostess, who greets you by name even though you have never been there before and have not announced yourself. The Maitre D proceeds to announce the voluminous specials of the day, including the ingredients and the method of preparationjust so.
We were not interested in just beef, I wanted to see what the chef can do and even this jaded New Yorker was impressed. Some of us started with a wonderful tricolor salad topped with slivers of Romano cheese. I had a pickled eggplant and mushroom mlange wrapped in radicchio with gobs of freshly made buffalo milk mozzarella, still warm and silky smooth. Ahyes
Pasta is the reason for Italys existence and my judgment is strict and unforgiving. I am not sure what they called my dish. It was a variation of Spaghetti Matricana. Home made spaghetti perfectly al dente, with pancetta (unsmoked bacon), onion, and garlic with slices of filet mignon in an excellent tomato sauce topped with ricotta. The serving was so large, I cancelled my next course. Also at the table was home made lobster ravioli with large chucks of lobster and a perfectly grilled mediterrain sea bass.
Its a rough life, but someone has to do it and I am volunteering for your share at Padre Figlio.
Dinner for four was $ 250 with a tip. But I noticed that they have a limited menu prix fixe dinner at $ 35. I am definitely going back to try it
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In the presence of professionals
by dshapusa
There is something about Padre Figlio, which just tells you they know what they are doing. It starts with the hostess, who greets you by name even though you have never been there before and have not announced yourself. The Maitre D? proceeds to announce the voluminous specials of the day, including the ingredients and the method of preparation?just so.
We were not interested in just beef, I wanted to see what the chef can do and even this jaded New Yorker was impressed. Some of us started with a wonderful tricolor salad topped with slivers of Romano cheese. I had a pickled eggplant and mushroom m?lange wrapped in radicchio with gobs of freshly made buffalo milk mozzarella, still warm and silky smooth. Ah?yes
Pasta is the reason for Italy?s existence and my judgment is strict and unforgiving. I am not sure what they called my dish. It was a variation of Spaghetti Matricana. Home made spaghetti perfectly al dente, with pancetta (unsmoked bacon), onion, and garlic with slices of filet mignon in an excellent tomato sauce topped with ricotta. The serving was so large, I cancelled my next course. Also at the table was home made lobster ravioli with large chucks of lobster and a perfectly grilled mediterrain sea bass.
It?s a rough life, but someone has to do it and I am volunteering for your share at Padre Figlio.
Dinner for four was $ 250 with a tip. But I noticed that they have a limited menu prix fixe dinner at $ 35. I am definitely going back to try it
For more see ditmas estates
Posted 06/25/09
One of the best places in New York
by Deveeight
I went there to celebrate my girlfriends birthday. I must say I was rather impressed with the menu, Not to fancy but not to ordinary either. The food was fantastic as well as the tiramisu which I highly recommend. The service was great not on top of you but not away from you that you couldn't find the waiter. I highly recommend this spot as a great place for a romantic dinner with your significant other
Pros: Food and Service
Cons: None that I can think of
Posted 02/10/09
Perfect Italian..
by annjhrt
This is my first review to citysearch.The absolute best food I've had in NY. Worth the wait and the price. I had the lobster ravioli which amazingly melted in your mouth. The service was gracious and prompt. If I could afford it, I'd eat there all the time!
Posted 11/06/08
Very Good Restaurant
by Franciskl
We were hoping the food was going to be as nice as the restaurant itself.....we weren't disappointed. I had a fantastic steak and my wife had some delicious pasta. The wine list was exceptional and the service was excellent. We'll definitely be back.
Pros: Food, Wine, Service, Ambiance
Posted 09/30/08
Excellent dining experience!
by jaisunshine
From the moment you walk into the charming looking place you are welcomed by everyone from the bartender to the host/owners. The host Mario and Antonio were very eager to let me know all the specials in such details that I felt I was cooking the meal with them. No surprise the pasta was excellent (try the lobster ravioli- its out of this world). All in all this is a great place to take your boss or boyfriend. It?s delicious and reasonably priced, and will fit for any occasion.
Pros: Walks ins are welcomed and they deliver!
Cons: Hard to park on the streets, but there's a garage a block away.
Posted 04/30/08
Best Italian Restaurant in NYC
by NYUgrad
I believe this restaurant is FANTASTIC! The food is amazing and the someone is always attentive to your table. Antonio and Mario recite the specials with such a passion that you want to order every one of their tasty specialities. I have to been to many restaurants around New York and this is my new favorite. Anyone with taste will be amazed!
Pros: The food is delicious!
Posted 04/21/08
A real gem in the UN neighborhood
by FDP
A real gem in the UN neighborhood. The great food is matched by attentive service. The menu being personally delivered by Tony is a highlight. The fresh fish specials are always my wife's favorites. Don't be afraid to let the staff guide you on selections.
Pros: Food and service
Cons: far east side
Posted 04/07/08
