2. Casa
72 Bedford St (Commerce), New York, NY
Brazilian Restaurant · West Village · 65 tips and reviews
Jess Lau: I love this place!! Authentic and no frills goodness. Favorite dish is the Brazilian steak and eggs!!!
Village Voice: The drinks are authentic, and the best might be the caiprinha, which is flavored with lime and lots and lots of sugar. Read more.
Village Voice: Casa Restaurant might possibly be home to some of the most authentic Brazilian in Manhattan. Read more.
3. Malatesta Trattoria
8.6
649 Washington St (btwn 10th St & Christopher St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 197 tips and reviews
John M.: The real thing. Fantastic, authentic food. Old European family-style bistro.
New York Habitat: Good authentic Italian food in a cozy atmosphere. Definitely try the spinach gnocchi, just remember that it's cash only!
Phanessa: Cozy, authentic Italian restaurant in the West Village, reasonably priced for excellent quality and portions. Grab a carafe of Sangiovese, order the Spinach Gnocchi and relax under the stars.
4. Joe's Pizza
8.9
7 Carmine St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Pizzeria · West Village · 453 tips and reviews
Carrie Lawson: Delicious authentic NYC slice of pizza. So thin, with the crunch, and they use freshly crushed tomatoes for their sauce... Foodie HEAVEN. Plain, pepperoni (spicier) but the fresh mozz is the best!!!
Like A Local Guide: A slice from Joe's truly epitomizes the classic New York style pizza. They use only the best ingredients and keep the menu simple and authentic. Read more.
Re Sol: Authentic slice of pizza! Beautiful area!
Stephanie Kim: Hands down the best traditional pizza in NYC. Amazing amazing! (salad over at Patsy's is better though)
Mike Singleton: Authentic, original pizza. If you see a line outside don't be scared away, it's about 15 minutes for every 10 people. Also look out for the signed Pete Rose jersey!
Paige Cronin: Authentic pizza joint of NYC, huge pizzas so share with friends!
7. Numero 28
8.7
28 Carmine St (at Bleecker St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · West Village · 64 tips and reviews
Best pizza in Manhattan hands down--also, ask for the Torte della Nonna "Grandma's Cake" if it's available--an authentic Italian dessert made with pignoli--pine nuts. Delicate and not overly sweet--L
Erin Murphy: Authentic pizzas, pretty good for the area. Outdoor seating when the weather permits.
Plamen Popov: Authentic and delicious Italian food... Devine!
9. Palma
8.9
28 Cornelia St (btwn Bleecker St & W 4th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 133 tips and reviews
What's Good Here: Enjoy that special meal at this gem of an Italian restaurant w/ impeccable service and authentic cooking. I suggest starting with the Olive Schiacciate, Cavolfiore Palma, & Polpettine pictured here.
Alec Lister: Great place for a date! Sit in the courtyard if you can and enjoy the authentic Italian feel lit up by hundreds of little lights!
Hailey Caldwell: Delicious, authentic Italian with a beautiful indoor patio
12. EN Japanese Brasserie
8.3
435 Hudson St (at Leroy St), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · West Village · 263 tips and reviews
Luke White: A lot of authentic Japanese favors but overall not impressed with what you get for the price tag. Yakitori toto on 55th is more casual and affordable, and every bite at EN made me wish I were there.
Katherine M.: Delicious tofu and the most authentic matcha I've had, but quite $$$.
Peter Shum: Is like Japanese tapas with pretty authentic Japanese food, the homemade tofu is a must try!
13. Smalls Jazz Club
9.1
183 W 10th St (btwn 4th St & 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · West Village · 124 tips and reviews
Sarah Colvin: Sunday fun-day takes on a new meaning. Go early, stay late. Late night jam session is great if you're looking for local flavor. Provides a community for musicians local and abroad. It's authentic.
Rosanna Mortoglou: Most authentic and intimate live jazz bar in New York
David Samuelson: World class jazz in an authentic environment. What else could you ask for? Order a Booker’s and a can beer and get carried away.
14. Tacombi
8.5
255 Bleecker St (at Cornelia St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · West Village · 91 tips and reviews
Valerie S: Super casual, no frills taco place. Tacos are delicious and authentic. Great for both large and small groups, and overall laidback vibe.
Clarice Elizarbeth: Quality is not on par with price. Delicious authentic tacos can be had on the street for a fraction of the cost. Inattentive service. Trendy and soulless. It's a trap.
Victoria Mazzuki: Probably the best tacos I've had in New York. The corn tortillas are amazing - they make their own flour for them.
Ruth Moore: incredible sugar brioche!! The chef was standing outside giving samples & it absolutely sold me. Authentic, too, he commented on my Ladurée shopping bag saying they were from the same region of France
EM H.: Authentic croissant and brioche and French staff!
Ji: Best chocolate croissant I’ve ever tasted, so light and crispy