Cascina Ristorante

What a wonderful, cozy, romantic restaurant. My husband took me here for a romantic dinner this weekend, it was glorious. Spectacular chicken, my husband had the pasta with seafood and loved it. We both enjoyed the wine, wonderful and from their own vineyard in Italy. Just a really great and romantic dinner. We got away from the kids and the craziness of the city without leaving it. I highly recommend Cascina for romantic "departures" from the ordinary!

Pros: Romantic/cozy, Wondrful food/wine, Great service

Posted 02/14/06

I took my wife to Cascina for Valentine's Day dinner on my sister's recommendation. It was spectacular. The restaurant is warm and very romantic with a big brick oven in the middle. It reminded us of a place in the Alps where we go skiing. The food is so good here. My wife had the pizza, really good. I had the steak, it was very good. The wine was excellent. Service was attentive and fast. We had a great time. I highly recommend it.

Pros: Great food, Romantic Ambience, Good service

Posted 02/14/06

I agree with one of the reviewers about the fish, incredible. If you love fish, you will appreciate this dish. The striped bass (they call it here branzino) amazing. I wonder about the bad service, the other reviewer mentioned. We had a great experience. In fact, my friend's steak, ordered medium/rare, came more on a medium side than rare, but the waiter speedily took it back, and brought it back more rare and he loved it. Our waiter was very good and attentive. The manager sent us a complimentary glass of wine for the steak not being cooked like he wanted. Very nice, so the service has either improved greatly, or it was just a fluke. I have been here maybe 5 or 6 times and each time I had great service and good food. Well, judge for yourself, but the fish is worth checking our regardless of everything else.

Pros: great fish, nice ambience, good wine list

Posted 02/09/06

I'm Chechoslovakian, but my grandmother was Italian, so genetically I'm predisposed to loving Italian food. I've been to Italy many times, so I further appreciate the authenticity of the food in Cascina. I read someone likes the fish, I agree, the striped bass is truely exceptional. I love the Tuscan fish soup, which is so authentic I almost feel I'm back in Italy! The Tuscan fish soup is a special, so they only have it once in a while. They should make it part of the regular menu. Their pizza is another favorite of mine. I have tried almost everything on the menu, except the steak, and have never been disappointed. I live close by, so that may make me a little biased, but I love this place. The ambience is great and romantic. Try it, you won't be disappointed.

Pros: Authentic food, Fantastic Specials, Inexpensive

Posted 02/02/06

I took my family to the theater and decided to come to Cascina on a friend's recommenation. We were very happy with the sevice and the food. The kids had the pizza and ate it up. I had a piece and it was very delicious. My pasta, the linguine was very good. My husband had the chicken and he really loved it. We had a glass of wine also very good. I had a coupon for 10% off from the playbill, which was gladly excepted, so the experience was great and very affordable. I highly recommend it. We will be back.

Pros: Great food/wine, Nice servers, Inexpensive

Posted 02/02/06

Hi,

I had the best striped bass at Cascina. I'm taking cooking classes at the Culinary Institut and I can appreciate immaculately cooked fish. To add to fish cooked to perfection, the presentation was equally great. The wine was very good. The waiter was quite knowledgeble, especially about the wines. The homemade strawberry trart was amazing. The restaurant eminates warmth, central brick oven sets the tone, the red walls help. Cozy ambience matched with terrific and beautifully prepaired food. Try the fish!

Sincerely,
Val

Pros: great fish, delicious wine, cozy ambience

Posted 01/29/06

Attracted by the best of rating, I took my girlfriend here for a late dinner on Sat night, before going out. We arrived around 9. The restaurant wasn't crowded, we got a nice romantic table on a balcony. The food was really good. The brick-oven pizza was out-of-this-world! We both couldn't get enough of it. My girlfriend had the chicken and raved about it. We ordered a bottle of wine. The wine was very good. The wait staff was very good. The dinner was perfect. My girlfriend was thrilled and it was very moderatly priced. I highly recommend it for a late night romantic dinner.

Pros: excellent food, nice service, gret ambience

Posted 01/29/06

I work and live in the area. I drop by to Cascina most often for lunch with co-workers for great pizza. Last week we had dinner there for my wife's birthday. They did a great job, as always. I had the steak this time, it was really good. My wife had one of the specials, a Tuscan fish soup, which was delicious. Everyone was raving about the food. We had a great time. Not only is the food and wine great, but the prices are very reasonable. It's a really great find. I highly recommend it.

Pros: Food & Wine, inexpensive, nice decor

Posted 01/24/06

My grandparents are from Italy, and this place reminds me of my grandma's cooking and the summer house we had there, when I was a kid. There is a big picture on the wall, that looks exactly like the view I remember. I found out it's the picture of their vineyard in Italy. I take my kids here to share with them a nice atmosphere and the heratige. It's a lot closer that Little Italy, but the food is just as good, and the homelike feeling is here. Their pizza is so good, your kids will love it. It is made in the big brick oven in the middle of the restaurant. The waiters and the manager is great. They have my son help them with the pizza. If you have kids, this is a nice place in the neighborhood.

Pros: good food, friendly atmosphere, good wine list

Posted 01/23/06

I took my wife there for dinner on my sister's recommendation. We went around 8pm, it great. The place is very well decorated, very warm and cozy. My wife really enjoyed the decor. The food was delicious. She had their birck oven pizza, which was amazing, I had a piece. I went for the steak and did not regret it. It was cook just right and very flavorful. They have a very nice wine selection, some wines come from their own vineyard in Italy. We had a nice bottle recommended by the waiter. Service was friendly and attentive, without being overbaring. The manager came around asked us if everything was fine. Just a really nice atmosphere and teriffic food and wine. My sister was right!

Pros: Food/wine, Great decor, Homemade desserts

Posted 01/22/06

What a wonderful find. A great, cozy restaurant with a feel of a vineyard. They have their own vineyard in Italy, where they import wines from. The very friendly manager explained to us the pictures of that vineyard. The waiters were so nice you felt the homelike atmosphere. The food was equally great. I had a wonderful fetteccine, my husband opted for the linguine and loved it. The wine is divine and you can not beat the atmosphere.

Posted 01/17/06

My girfriends and I walk passed this place all the time and finally we decided to give it a try. I had their pizza and absolutely loved it. My friends all adored their food. The service was polite and prompt, not overbaring, which was perfect for us. We were sitting in the back of the restaurant on the balcony, which gave us privacy and a great view of the place. At a recomendation of the waiter, we got a bottle of wine, from their own vineyard in Italy. The wine was divine, as was the whole experience. To add to a perfect evenning we shared a homemade tiramisu, the best we ever had - that is a uninimas vote! I usually don't bother to write reviews, eventhough I eat out all the time, but this place really deserves applaus. My girlfriends and I will definately be back.

Pros: Great food, Great wine, Great tiramisu

Posted 01/08/06

I went here because a friend gave me a $25 gift certificate for the place - turns out that only was able to cover about a quarter of my bill. The waitstaff were nice enough, but they forgot to bring things, took forever bringing the RIGHT things, and the steak was too dry.

Pros: nice atmosphere

Cons: too expensive, just ok food

Posted 01/06/06

A group of four ate at Cascina. The food was marginal at best. The four of us order an appetizer to share. It took some time for the appetizer to arrive. When we were just half done the appetizer, the waiter asked if we wanted our main course, which we did not. When our meals arrived, some were lukewarm, my lamb was well done (I requested medium-rare). We decided to finish the dinner, be off, and not to return. After I paid the bill, the waiter confronted me for only leaving a 10% tip. He stated that I was to tip a minimum of 15% to 20% in NYC and handed me the bill back. I told him I did not appreciate warmed over food and that I did make a mistake by leaving a tip. Obviously, I would stay clear of this second-rate restaurant that employs poorly manned waiters.

Posted 01/01/06

Every year around the holidays I take my mom to a show and dinner. This year my 7 yr old daughter joined us. I picked Cascina, because my friend recommended it to me. We had such a great time, I have to recommend it to all of you. The decor is magnificent. The food was delicious. My daughter and I shared a pizza margarita; one of the best pizzas I had ever had. My mom, a pasta fanatic, had fettocine and absolutly loved it. The staff was so nice, they accomodated us without any problems, even gave my daughter paper and pens to play with. (a rarity in the city these days) We had such a wonderful time. My daughter asks me everyday to go to "the best pizza house with the red walls." The restaurant has red walls. I highly rocommend it. We will certainly be back.

Pros: great food, beautiful decor, friendly service

Posted 12/06/05

Love the pizza, you have to try it for yourself. It comes out of their brick over right in the middle of the restaurant and it's the best I ever had. My husband and I work in the area and go there to unwind. The place is beautiful, cozy, romantic and a departure from the busy New York scene. I feel transported to an italian vinyard. They make their own wine, which is delicious. The homemade tiramisu is another reason we keep on coming back. They have great party rooms upstrais. We had a holiday party there last week, it's great. The service could improve a little, but still it's a great place serving the best pizza.

Pros: greatest pizza, beatiful decor, the ambience

Posted 12/05/05

I eard from friends that this restaurant make's the greatest pizza of the hood.me and my boyfriend got in late,nobody was a the door so we set on our own on the window table.
the waiter come 's along and look's at his watch saying: yes kitchen is closing in 10 minutes! No good evening , nothing.
We rush to order drinks,and i look at my watch and see 10:45 pm..? the door sign doesn't say 11:00pm close?!
anyway we order the pizza's and i'm sorry but, was very disappointing.
It looks like that they were doing us a favor to serve us so late.
They must doing so well in business that they can afford to don't take late diners in.
okwell, not for me anyway.

Posted 10/19/05

My husband and I were looking for a cosy romantic neighborhood place on Monday, which was my birthday. Having passed by Cascina on many walks, this time we decided to give it a try. I had recently read about its great pizza and homemade wine. We skipped the pizza, headed straight for the homemade pasta and wine, and WOW was I impressed. For a mere 7 dollars, you get a truly delicious glass of red, which comes straight from their vineyards in Italy.
The service was thoughtful, generous (for the special occasion at hand) and wonderfully attentive without being overbearing. Though some decor is over the top, it has great ambient lighting and lots of spots for a romantic meal- you won't feel like you are on top of your neighbor.
Cascina is a place I will certainly go back to again and again! *Highly recommended*

Pros: delicious food/wine, friendly service, reasonable prices

Posted 10/10/05

This place was awesome. The food was some of the best I have ever had. The wait staff was promt, polite, friendly, etc. The food was not at all expensive, they have a full bar, and you can sit outside or inside. I would recommended this place to ANYONE.

Pros: BEST FOOD

Cons: NOTHING

Posted 09/26/05

Though very accomodating (we had to change our party size and time quite a few times), this restaurant did not impress. Service - Once there, the service left a lot to be desired. Our waiter took our order and never came back. Second, I was beginning to get parched from waiting for my water to be refilled. Plus, our table was filled with crumbs that were never even looked at. Food - more bad news! Though I've never had it, my friends assured me that their lasagne tasted exactly like the famous Chef Boyardee's. Their risotto - very mushy. However, there were some bright spots: the calamari with their spicy sauce - very yummy; their homemade pasta with duck ragout - tasty; and the homemade tiramisu - one of the best I've ever had. My recommendation: you can do better elsewhere - though, not for the tiramisu.

Pros: Tiramisu, Pasta w/ Duck, Calamari

Cons: Service, Lasagne, Risotto

Posted 05/15/05

Went to a show with the family, and I knew this place was recommended, so I reserved it. Being the skeptical type though, I was a little worried. All I can say is Cascina exceeded all of our expectations. Our waitress Angela was attentive and made sure we got everything we asked for on a busy night. Busboys constantly filling our water. The manager (Pippo) asked how everything was. My daughter and I tried the cannelloni stuffed with veal and ricotta, and it was delicious. My wife had the veal scaloppini and loved it, my other daughter had the chicken roll stuffed with spinach, mozzarella and prosciutto, and loved it. Their homemade wine was excellent. No room for dessert, but what we saw looked very appealing. Here's the kicker. We got $20 off (10% coupon)our bill of $208. It was gladly accepted, and even returned to us for future use!

Pros: Great food, Great service, Ambiance

Cons: None

Posted 04/24/05