“ I had the absolute best experience at Alessa, and a huge part of that was thanks to Alexis! From the moment I sat down, she made me feel welcome with her warm energy and incredible attention to detail. Her recommendations were spot on. each drink she suggested was perfectly balanced, unique, and exactly what I didn’t know I needed. Beyond just the drinks, Alexis’ service was impeccable. She was attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable without being overwhelming, and genuinely passionate about what she does. It’s rare to find a bartender who not only crafts amazing cocktails but also creates an unforgettable experience. And let’s talk about the ambiance,Alessa is a vibe. The atmosphere is chic yet inviting, making it the perfect spot for a night out, whether you’re looking for a cozy corner to unwind or a lively setting to enjoy with friends. If you’re heading to Alessa, ask for Alexis. she’ll make your night unforgettable. Can’t wait to come back! ”

“ Our server Alyson was INCREDIBLE! Definitely the best food and service we’ve had in a long time! Everything we tried was fantastic, from apps and drinks all the way through dessert (tiramisu is a must try). The ambiance is so cozy and sophisticated- Cannot recommend this place enough and thank you Alyson for such an amazing experience! Truly a gem ”

“ Wow. So glad this opened up near my home. Beautiful inside with fantastic misern italian fare. The best drinks in the city. Alexis makes a mean drink. Nice has such knowledge about drinks and food. He gave us a wonderful experience. My birthday was outstanding. The martini parm was fun. Light, interesting and great blue cheese stuffed olives. So fun. The ravello spritz was like itslian lemon candies. Delicious. The expresso martini fantastic. Light n frothy. The clarified ny sour blew my mind. May be the best drink ever. Frito mistook was like naples. The beet salad fantastic and refreshing. The interesting part was the dehydrated squid ink olive oil. Just wanted more, all mixed with the marscapone. The pizza here fantastic. Memorable. The pesto was like moms and the mozzarella tasted farm fresh. The cantalope and prossuto fresh. The coconut Verde drink outrageous. It was a frothy tropical coconut, green juice gone margarita. The chicken park was huge, delicious and seasoned. The best i ever ate out. Fun cheese pull. The broccoli nuggets with fried hot peppers yes please. Good buccatini n clam. (They have gluten free options). The house made tiramisu, with homeade lady fingers and caramel brittle was delicious. Outstanding meal and service. ”

“ Amazing experience! I loved absolutely everything. Best pizzas! Love the new cocktail menu- I will be back!! ”

“ We absolutely loved the vibe here! The music was great, service excellent, food delicious and beautifully presented. I like the fact that they have lots of different dining options with different feels to them. The vibe at the bar is very different than upstairs for example. You can go from watching sports to a romantic vibe in the same place. Lots of great menu options for a types of foodies. ”

“ From the welcome when we entered to our amazing server Camila. We were very happy with everything at this restaurant. Our food was delicious. Every single plate was cleaned. The grilled octopus was stupendous. The rigatoni with short ribs. Sooooo good. I had the lemon chicken and I couldn’t believe how amazing and perfectly cooked it was. The sauce for it with the capers was Amazing. I would definitely return and recommend. ”

“ I had the pleasure of being served by Samantha on my last night in town, and she made the experience truly unforgettable. Samantha was warm, friendly, and had a genuine smile that brightened the evening. Her professionalism and helpful nature made the dining experience enjoyable from start to finish. Thanks to her exceptional service, I’m already looking forward to coming back on my next visit. Thank you, Samantha, for making my night so special! ”

“ Had an amazing late lunch here while I killed time waiting for my train from Penn Station - ten minute walk door to door to Moynihan Train Station - and had an amazing midtown Manhattan experience. Entering the restaurant, the general look and vibe is super elevated. You can tell the owners spent some serious time on making this place look top tier. It’s a very welcome respite from the neighboring dives and tourist traps. Sat at the bar and had an unexpectedly unique and delicious Italian wine. Bartender Ellie was so warm and funny and let me taste a couple whites, gave great recommendations and made me feel so comfortable. Ordered a margarita pizza and it was perfect! Not a pizza snob, but I’m a New Yorker who’s traveled to Napoli and this was like having the best of both worlds - Italian style, light, and clearly fresh ingredients, crispy bottom but still with that fluffy crust and foldable slice. This is my new go to spot any time I have to travel from Penn Station and can’t wait to come back to try more of the menu. ”