Mercato
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Garment District, New York
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Village Voice recommend this place
"Authentic Italian with homemade pastas"(4 Tips)"The real deal for authentic Southern Italian cuisine and atmosphere."(14 Tips)
"Best lasagna I've ever had in the US"(14 Tips)
"trenette al pesto and the pistachio"(2 Tips)
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Morgan McKeeDecember 11, 2017In my hood but just tried and found it surprisingly good! Both pasta and fish were tasty and hearty portions. Service was attentive and quick. Atmosphere dark and a bit homey. Try it if nearby!
Upvoted Mar 3
Ashley ZeldinNovember 21, 2016Authentic, fulfilling exp if you order well. After your bread & lentils, try tiella pugliese, indulgent mussel & tomato risotto layered over potato. Small ravioli portion. Finish w moist tiramisu.
Village VoiceDecember 12, 2013Pasta and seafood reign supreme at Mercato. Get the heaping plate of seafood linguine, coated in fiery fra diavolo, which practically bursts with mussels, squid, shrimp and clams.
Stephen SheppardNovember 13, 2019A traditional NY Italian restaurant feel, with traditional food. Might have preferred something a bit lighter. Somewhat crowded and noisy, but friendly. Friday/weekend reservations recommended.
Michael ZhongMay 9, 2014Though the portions are medium-small, the spaghetti is among the best spaghetti I've ever had. Rich garlic flavor with ample (truly) fresh tomato sauce.
Jason BaileyJuly 25, 2013Open super late and amazing Italian food. Possibly, some of the best pasta in the city! Great for a post broadway meal or night cap, only a 10 minute walk.
Rowan FullerJanuary 18, 2016Great neighbourhood Italian - food / service / atmosphere all way above average, an impromptu business lunch thoroughly enjoyed by four jaded Europeans.
Tara DeVincenzoJanuary 18, 2016ask for which pasta is actually homemade. then get drunk on a bottle of wine, enjoy the bufala mozzarella and eat frutti di mari
amooliaAugust 7, 2011The rigatoni with eggplant and salted ricotta was PHENOM. Others in my group loved their meals as well. Fried artichoke was small but really tasty. I want to try everything on the menu!
KimberlySeptember 5, 2016Cozy spot with authentic atmosphere, perfect for a date. Prices are reasonable
CompassApril 25, 2014Just a few blocks from Port Authority, you’ll find this mood-lit trattatoria, it’s well-stocked wine vault, and a cozy atmosphere that feels anything but “bridge and tunnel.”- Will ArnoneJanuary 8, 2015Authentic Italian with homemade pastas, terrific sardines and, of course, meatballs.
Jay SlotMarch 11, 2012I'm a regular here, Owner Fabio specialty is classic cocktails of old which is fun. Of note: the Burratina, Stracciatella, Orecchiette, and the Orata. Warm and authentic.
Elvira MamleevaApril 9, 2013Amazing place. Tagliata di manzo and filetto di orata are perfect! Super sweet tomatoes in caprese salad (was made in few minutes actually)!
Jillian VorceSeptember 4, 2014Caprese was excellent, sage raviloi was pretty good Tiramisu & cappuccino are worth it! #yumm
D !November 10, 2015Excellent place. Small, romantic, good taste and outstanding music and attention. Anything else? Go now!!!!
Emily LeeApril 10, 2014Hole-in-the-wall restaurant serving fresh, perfectly cooked pasta. Of the three dishes I got to taste, my favorite was the trenette.- Steve LarsonMay 2, 2021We had the rigatoni and lasagna, it was fantastico! Very crowded and noisy,just like NYC 😁. Wait staff was very attentive and professional.
Darcy GonzalezFebruary 4, 2016Atmosphere is good for dates. The gnocchi in ragu sauce was amazing. The mussels are light, great app.
Fresh and delicious Southern Italian fare that is a must-have for any Hell's Kitchen resident. The friendly staff and delightful libations only make this place even greater!- Kirill FuchsDecember 25, 2016Very cozy, great wines at a very good price and great authentic Italian pasta dishes.
- Will ArnoneJanuary 16, 2013The real deal for authentic Southern Italian cuisine and atmosphere. Mangia! Especially the phenomenal homemade spaghetti.
Drew SicklerAugust 6, 2014The gnocchi was BOMB! Great balance of sauce and meat with the plate; however, the portion size was smaller than anticipated.
Florine YunSeptember 1, 2015You can't go without tasting their very special Lasagne. The grilled salmon is absolutely surprise. We would be back
Susan LeeOctober 24, 2011In a tourist-frenzied area w/ little to eat other than $1 pizza slices, Mercato stands out! Pasta is fresh and above average. It's one of the few good options in a 2 block radius.
- Terence ChuaOctober 17, 2011Really good Southern Italian food tucked away in Hell's Kitchen. I recommend the trenette al pesto and the pistachio semifreddo - delicious! Read more
Cesar RazuriNovember 30, 2014The traditional spaghetti is a solid choice. The burrata is house made and delicious.
Martina FOctober 16, 2013Prosecco,fried mushrooms with garlic and Parmesan cheese,tiramisu. Is there anything else you need?
Sophia LiuFebruary 27, 2016You can definitely find better Italian in the city. Came for a birthday, and was charged a ridiculous cake cutting fee that was not communicated at the start. Group of 5 and 20% tip was already added.
Andrew ApostolaAugust 13, 2011This is the best Italian in the city. It's all good, have a glass of Prosecco and raise it in the air: Jade and I had our wedding here on the 8th of September 2010!
Jimmy WangSeptember 28, 2018Good atmosphere but the food is quite mediocre, even for the modestly priced items on the menu. My wife has made much better pasta, mussels, and beat dishes at home
Mandar MOctober 4, 2014Try the free bread and the Secret sauce - olive oil, lentils and capers. Yumm
Nodir SuleymanovSeptember 9, 2017Place maybe good, but waiters are very abusive to hostesses especially Marco, harassed my wife there he made her quit and brought his friend for her place
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 16, 2011Tagliere Pugliese , a carefully selected platter of cured meats and sharp cheeses, is served here with classic taralli. - Inspector
Christopher AireyFebruary 16, 2013Very good cocktails. Also an eclectic selection of Italian aperitifs.
Christian Currell BrosstadJuly 26, 2015Amazing Italian food. I haven't even eaten better in Italy 🇮🇹
Truly authentic Puglia region cuisine - the "polpette y crostini" and "taglierre puglia" are my favorites.
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- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(212) 643-2000
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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Bar Service, Delivery
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