Cafe Spaghetti

This place is amazing! I love the food, atmosphere and service. Anytime I get to choose the restaurant, this is what I pick.

Frankly can't believe more people aren't talking about Cafe Spaghetti, this place is awesome!Their outdoor seating area is surprisingly nice and well decorated. The restaurant looked pretty small from the outside so it worked out all the same that our reservation was outside. I'll start by raving about the crab pasta. Holy hell was this delicious. From the pasta shape, the sauce level, the bread crumbs on top, the fresh crab. I could eat this every day. We also loved the rice balls and grilled shrimp. Food is incredibly fresh and flavorful, and at a decent price point. Skip the Caesar salad, nothing special and I didn't like that the lettuce was shredded so small. Tiramisu was amazing and the bomba was a fun tartufo-like ice cream desert. Service was decently quick (entrees look a bit to come out) and drinks were strong and inventive. Highly recommend!

I thought this place was slightly overrated. I gave it a 4 for the overall experience but the pasta dish I came for was underwhelming and closer to a 3.5.For starters, the meatballs and ricotta crostini were great and definitely worth getting. I really enjoyed the truffle honey on the crostini. We also had the arugula insalata which was very salty to the point of being inedible. I had the crab pasta for the main dish. It was creamy and had a ton of crab. The pasta itself was good but the sauce lacked flavor.We sat outside and the temperature was perfect, but our main waitress seemed to forget about us on a few occasions. Overall the serving staff was good, bringing water constantly and cleaning the table between appetizers and mains. However, at one point a few of us finished our wine glasses and had to ask another member of the wait staff to bring our bottle back to the table. Same thing happened with the check at the end. I imagine this was just due to the restaurant being packed on a Saturday as they were kind about it.

We had reservations at 5pm on a Sat. We ate inside which was tight but still a nice experience. Service was very good. My husband and I both had Amaro colada cocktails which were nicely made and delicious. We started with the spiedini alla Romana which is like a grilled cheese with sauce. It was really good but very filling so beware. :)I had the eggplant parm which was very good - came out super hot and was also a generous portion. I could only eat half. It was pretty salty (and I like my food salty). I am speculating that they may need to rinse the eggplant better after salting to remove the moisture. My husband had the spaghetti pomodoro and he ate the whole thing. It's pretty basic but done well. We had hazelnut gelato for dessert.It was a nice experience and I would go back.

Literally stumbled upon this hidden gem while strolling through Brooklyn one morning. Decided to stop and have a quick brunch, which might end up being the best decision I've made this year! Every dish was tasty, balanced, and left me longing for more. The ambiance was quite relaxed for weekend brunch, and the friendly service made me feel at home in the neighborhood. My favorite dish was the classic Spaghetti Pomodoro, and the Crispy Brussel Sprouts might be the best I've had, ever. Needless to say, I will definitely soon be back to one of my new favorite Italian spots in NYC!

The boyfriend and I came here for a last minute date night, which was perfect. We arrived at 7pm on a Sunday without resy, but we led to a table in their gorgeous backyard patio. The way they designed and recorded the patio is such a vibe giving you a real taste of an Italian summer day. It's fully covered, so great even in the winters or a rainy day. The ground is covered in cobblestone to really give you a feel of the outdoors. And can't forget the adorable Vespa centerpiece in the garden. The menu is pretty simple with a few items for each category. We started off with the Cacio e Pepe Arancini ($10 for 3pcs), which was delicious. It was perfectly cheesy and soft inside with the crispy exterior showered with Parmesan shavings. If you like cheese, you'll love this one. For my main entree, I chose Patrizia's Eggplant Parm ($26) while the boyfriend had the 10oz Prime NY Strip ($38). Even though I'm not vegetarian, this eggplant parm was so good layered with marinara, cheese, and eggplant. It did get a little overwhelming when eating by yourself, so I'd recommend sharing this dish. The steak was solid too as it came with crispy potatoes and a light salad for balance. We paired the meal with a glass of the House Red Wine ($45), which was the only thing that was a bit disappointing unfortunately. Finally, to finish the meal we shared the Hazelnut Gelato ($7), which reminded me of a Ferrer Rocher.Overall, such a cute Italian spot in the neighborhood. The vibes are spot on and perfect for events too if you rented the space out. Food was also delicious and I'm glad that this spot is so close to me.

Such a cute garden space and a must visit during the warmer months. I will be singing the praises of the Caprese cocktail to all who will hear. I tried the ricotta gnocchi with corn ragù and the orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe and although they were both amazing, that gnocchi is dazzling. The tiramisu was a nice sweet treat at the end and definitely big enough for 2 people to share. We had the foccacia appetizer and the baked clams, but I must say the foccacia was a bit on the doughy side. The clams were great and one of our party members had never had baked clams before and was really happy with them

I ate until I couldn't eat anymore. And I don't regret it one bit.A first time, been forever on my bucket list, dinner at Cafe Spaghetti certainly met my expectations.At the recommendation of friends who have dined here many times, it was my turn to finally check them out. I'm glad I did in their company. Service was very attentive by the welcoming staff and the backyard/patio ambience was cute and quaint. Wasn't sure what to order as far as drinks were concerned. My go to Aperol Spritz wasn't an option since they didn't carry Aperol. I ordered the Spaghetti Spritz. Opinion? Didn't appeal to my tastebuds. It tasted odd and I wasn't sure which alcohol served as the main ingredient. Not only was it very bitter but I wasn't a fan of the olives included as garnish.We ordered a medley of appetizers for the table: *Arancini (no meat, delicious and recommend), *Ricotta Crostini (recommend)--creamy and sprinkled with Hazlenuts.*Brussel Sprouts (meat on the side)--pretty good but somewhat overcooked/mushy.*Caesar Salad--kind of bland and wouldn't order next time.*Spiedini--fried bread stuffed with cheese. I didn't try it.*Eggplant Parm--delicious and decadent but on the salty side.For main, I was undecided between the Spaghetti with Vongole versus the Rigatoni with Crab. At the server's recommendation, I opted for the Crab Rigatoni. Happy I did.The portion was adequate and the taste was sublime. Mini Rigatoni with Just the right amount of cream integrated with the deliciousness of the crabmeat. It also had a spicy kick due to the Jalapeño. I inhaled this dish accompanied by a glass of red wine which had smoky and spicy notes. For dessert, we shared the Spumoni which was satisfying. Perhaps not as authentic as others but quite good. Overall, my opinion of Cafe Spaghetti was favorable. I think some dishes shine while others are average. Still, my experience was satisfying and I'd definitely return and recommend.*Side note: David Harbour from Stranger Things was sitting at the table behind us. My friends pointed him out because i wouldnt have known.

Wow! Blown away. Every single thing we ordered was a straight HIT. We got: Caesar salad, caico e Pepe rice balls, chicken Milanese, crab rigatoni and tiramisu + spumoni ice cream. I didn't try the oricchette but my friend loved it. The service was fast and super accommodating. The general manager was a sweetheart and really felt at home. Ambiance was super cute and cozy but the outdoor patio is where we were sat- totally takes you out of NYC. I can't say enough good things about the restaurant. I'd come back in a heart beat and can easily say this is one of my top favorite restaurants that I've tried in BK. Next time I must try the fussili grosso! My favorites on the table were the rice balls, crab rigatoni and salad must orders!

I really wanted to love this place after hearing all the hype. But when multiple dishes left our table underwhelmed, I started questioning whether it was fair to just say we "ordered wrong." In my book, any decent kitchen should churn out solid options across the menu.The eggplant parm was probably the best bet, served in a cute square ceramic dish. But the penne with crab? Underseasoned. We could barely detect any crab flavor among the blah tomato sauce and penne. The ceasar salad didn't bring any zing. At least the ricotta crostini came correct - hard to mess up toast and cheese, right?Part of me wondered if it's just my palate, since spots like this tend to crush it with the mainstream crowd. But I can't shake feeling a little swindled by the hype. The night left me lamenting that we spent a meal here.Even so, I'd potentially give Café Spaghetti another shot someday - especially now that the same owners just opened Swoony's. Early press looks promising. Maybe their new concept will vibe better with my tastes.