Emporio

Two nights ago our friend Andy popped into NYC. Andy always has his finger on the NYC restaurant scene ( he is also a chef) and introduced us to a new restaurant, Emporio ( i think its been open a few months). A dimly lit, bustling Roman trattoria style restaurant. The food was delicious and just the way I like to eat, alot of smaller things to share. We had the fried artichokes, salumi plate, fennel and lima bean salad, hamachi tuna and a pizza, all paired with a Montepuliciano, Fattoria La Valentina. I would highly reccomend this place for both date nights, (they have a very intimate bar)or for groups. Typical of Riccardo Buitoni ( he also owns Aurora in Brooklyn & Soho) the back room has a large greenhouse feeling to it and is perfect for larger parties! Enjoy and check it out.

Emporio, 231 Mott St, between Spring and Prince

Oh, and they have a liquor license...its no longer a BYOB!