This place really delivers on both food and vibe. As soon as you walk in, you’re greeted by the sight of fresh pasta being made right in front of you — the guy working the pasta machine is actually the same one you’ll see in a bunch of their Google photos and videos on Google maps reviews. It’s a fun, unique touch that sets the tone right away. Inside, the atmosphere is warm and cozy with string lights that add a nice glow. The service was genuinely great — super friendly staff who made the whole experience feel welcoming. Now for the coolest part: some of the seats are actually swings. Yep, actual swings hanging from the ceiling. It’s a really fun idea, but heads up — if you want to sit on those, definitely make a reservation. We didn’t, so we ended up at a regular table (still comfy though). As for the food: excellent across the board. The Bolognese was a standout, but honestly, every pasta we tried — red sauces, white sauces, different noodle types — was on point. Fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Would happily go back — just with a reservation next time so we can snag those swing seats.

Amazing authentic Italian food. Alessandro is warm and welcoming and the food truly is a meal like you have never experienced!!! You will not be disappointed! We can’t wait to come back. The coziness of the tables and swings are so unique and inviting.

Got the Cacio e Pepe and it was unreal :) super creamy, perfectly al dente, exactly how I love it. The focaccia was fluffy inside, crispy outside, totally addictive. Chill vibe, friendly service… honestly, can’t wait to go back.

Truly an amazing pasta spot! Ordered the cacio e pepe and it was out of this world. Pasta was perfectly al dente and sauce was creamy but not too rich. Owner came by to check on us and was very kind!

I just had a fantastic dining experience with my husband and our adult daughter at Maestro! Alessandro and his team are terrific - they all made us feel so welcome. The food is delicious - we could see our pastas cut just before serving (which is special and unique) and exactly as we requested. The portions are generous and the wines were great. The atmosphere is great - beautifully decorated with an energetic feel yet still easy to talk and hear just our table. We loved Maestro so much that we are now planning some private parties there. Maestro Pasta is a true gem!

We were in New York for two days and decided to visit this restaurant. Everything was very delicious. The atmosphere was very pleasant, and the service was excellent. Even though we were a large group, everything was well organized and attentive. The owner personally took great care of us, which made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming, like home. We really enjoyed our visit and would definitely come back.

My son and I walked into Maestro Pasta for a quick bite with no expectations and we were very pleasantly surprised when we were promptly seated at the bar and taken care of in a warm friendly atmosphere like we eat there every night. The surprise of this restaurant is that it is in a very touristy neighborhood, yet it has the feeling like a restaurant you could eat at regularly and always be satisfied/delighted with your food. We had such a nice experience. The menu was full of pleasant surprises and yummy choices. The service was friendly, available, pleasant, and proud of the beautiful food that they were making and serving. I look forward to going back and taking my GF, starting with the artichoke appetizer as a nice prelude to the homemade pasta.

CalvinChuck

comics were really great, first time here and I had a great time and loved

Tony Tran

first visit got there early wait at bar happy hour overall fun experience laugh humor ! two stages basement and beyond bar area - will return

Fontaine Brown

vibes were amazing. parking was easy to find and easy to locate. my cheeks hurt from laughing too much. definitely visit.

China Smith

Great laughs love it!!! James and others were hilarious 💕🫶🏽

Jennifer Rivera

Came here on a whim, but had a great time! Every comedian was hilarious and i was laughing the whole time! Leaving with my cheeks hurting 🤣🤣 anya was a great server!!!

Adriana

Went to the Monday free event. Best idea ever! James our waiter was the best! Also the comedians were hilarious. Amazing Monday plans

Eva K

Great energy and vibe. Max was the host and he was amazing. Good looking AND talented. Not to mention, best fries east of the Mississippi 😋

Clara Mooney

This place was a great way to spend Wednesday night! Saw a women’s only comedy show and it was a blast. Shoutout Liz and all the other women apart of this awesome night. Followed by karaoke so the fun goes on all night.

Katie Cahalin

We found The Comedy Shop on Pulsed and had a great time. They had a 3 course dinner deal that included a comedy show and it was the perfect night out. The staff was super accommodating and let us delay our other courses until after the comedy show when we were hungry again. They also do movie nights and karaoke. It’s such a hidden gem with staff that makes you feel take care of.

Shakemia Watts

So this place is so amazing!!!🤩 High vibes were amazing from the bouncers to the comics! The bartender Ana is super amazing! Come out and show her some love 💸 recommend coming before 10pm before the kitchen closes!!! But the accommendations were very much appreciated! Found a new energetic palace to come and shake off the working world

Denzel Avila

The experience was amazing! went for a Love Island watch party and Mason made sure we were attended to the entire time, and was reallt friendly! Drinks are good too definitely recommend.

Leila Abdul-Malak

Vibes are IMMACULATE here!!! love island playing every night has been so much fun and the staff is amazing! Ana is an incredible waitress who somehow manages a bar full of screaming women with grace. Alvie somehow syncs up every TV after each commercial break with a swiftness. the comedy shows afterwards are also funny and a good time. this is my new favorite bar!

+2

Daniel Bateman

I had a great time. Reasonably priced food and drinks. Comics were good and friendly. Went on a Wednesday for “Crowd work” night. I would suggest for anyone in the area.

L S

Great location! It is newly renovated and has a beautiful bar area out front to wait on the show. The comedy space is nice and intimate. We had a great line up for the 10pm show. They had 6 comedians and all were funny. There are 8pm, 10pm and midnight shows on Friday and we were able to get last minute tickets. The drinks were excellent. Bartender and staff were all so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this spot!

Maestro Pasta is such a cute place. Very small with moderately limited seating, but I was able to walk right in and get a table for 2 at 7pm on a Saturday with no wait. It was so neat to see the pasta being made right in front of you, and the atmosphere is so great. The service was amazing, VERY quick to deliver the meal and drinks, and very friendly. I got an espresso martini which was very delicious (just note, it is more on the expensive side, almost the same price as my meal) but it was amazing. Unfortunately, I felt like my food (Bolognese with fettuccine noodles) was lacking. The portion size was great, definitely MORE than enough food for me (enough for 2 meals), but the taste was not was I was expecting. It was quite bland and underwhelming compared to the environment. Overall, this was a good place to visit and I had a good experience, I just wish my food was a bit more flavorful.

We were hungry and thirsty while walking down this street, and decided to eat here. Definitely worth it. They hand made their pasta in front of our eyes, and the sauces were creamy, flavorful, and great portions as well. The place is small, but looked like you stepped into a little bit of Italy. Waiters were incredibly friendly and nice, and served with efficiency. Would come here again, definitely worth it.

Fried Artichoke hearts was a great starter and the garlic aioli was great. Tiramisu was surprisingly dry but not the worst, not enough coffee flavor. Tartufo with fettuccine was the best pasta dish, Anolini Pasticciati filling was flavorless but the sauce was good. Tartufo focaccia was super filling and tasted great but it was really heavy, I didn’t expect so much cheese and sauce. Atmosphere was amazing, food was good, service was all right.

Itay Mizrahi

Cute little nice comedy club, entrance was 20$ and we were obligated to order 2 items from the menu, but they were cool if you had one or just water, service was good and the espresso martini was great! The was was ok, some were funny. Would come back for an extra round

Jenny D (Citybird_Adventures)

I’ve been here a few times for comedy shows and always have a great time. The host, usually a guy named Noah, is hilarious, and the comedians I’ve seen here have all been equally great. I also love the bar outside the theater—it’s very city-chic with exposed brick, and they serve some excellent mocktails.

Mikaela

We loved Mason! he gave such an good review on the menu and I definitely would get the buttermilk chicken sandwich again! (But ask for a crispy;)) also the TUNES are old school good! and has a comedy club in the back haha good time

Rebecca Rigoni

I had the worst experience. I bought tickets for the 8:00 show. When we arrived, they told us the show was sold out despite the fact that we had already purchased tickets, and asked us to come back at 9:00. When we came back at 9:00, they again told us it was sold out and that we should have arrived at 8:45. I am still waiting for a refund. Very frustrating experience and highly not recommended.

Anon

Neat bar in a nice area BUT horrible experience during the afternoon on Halloween. Friends and I (POCs) were waiting at the front of the bar for at least 10 minutes. While the bartenders were busy and made eye contact with us several times, they served every person who came up AFTER us. We tried to get their attention, but they flat out IGNORED us. Mind you we were the only minorities at the bar. Felt completely ostracized and inferior. We ended up leaving with nothing but embarrassment and frustration.

Basmah Atta

Most awkward show I’ve ever been to. Total of 6 people there including my friend. My friend and I were carrying the show, I even finished one of the comedians punchlines 😭. Seemed very sketchy and unreal, I felt like I was on set of a Seinfeld episode. 90% of the time no one was laughing at the jokes unless we felt the need to fake a laugh to make the awkwardness go away. Felt like we were being held hostage.