Ky Jones

My absolutely favorite Italian restaurant in New York! Not only is the food at Cremini’s amazing, but the atmosphere is extremely welcoming. You will feel like you’re in someone’s home and be treated like family here. Because they specialize in making dishes from the Le Marche region of Italy, there are dishes on the menu here that you won’t find anywhere else. You MUST try the stuffed olives, the fried custard, the pasta le marche, and the cacio pepe. This is an amazing place to bring a date, friends, or guests. Cremini’s is a gem in Brooklyn!

Jean-Louis F

Cremini’s is my fav go-to restaurant in the neighborhood, a true standout . From the moment you sit down it feels like you are getting a real taste of Italy’s Le Marche region. I always start with the stuffed olives, the Ascolana Olives, perfectly fried and stuffed with flavorful mix— crisp on the outside and unbelievably juicy inside. Then I usually order their cacio Pepe (with white truffle, miam miam miam 🤤) However, honorable mention for their Crescia sandwiches and their pizza, hands-down one of the most memorable sandwiches/pizza I’ve had in Brooklyn. The service is warm and friendly, the vibe is laid-back but lively, and every dish feels thoughtfully prepared. Love their cocktails too!! Cremini’s brings something truly unique to the Brooklyn dining scene — authentic regional Italian cuisine that’s both comforting and exciting. Highly recommend! 🇮🇹✨

elle k

I’m a born and raised New Yorker and have had dozens of Italian meals. This is hands down my favorite! I had the stuffed gnocchi and the tiramisu: both stellar, super fresh and high quality ingredients. Absolutely will return!

Michael Zaytsev

Cremini's is amazing! Absolutely delicious from start to finish. Honestly, why go to Italy when you can go to Cremini's? I had the pleasure of hosting a small, private, family style dinner here and it was divine. All my guests and I were completely satisfied with the super tasty food, great wine selection, and warm, gracious hospitality. Riccardo was a joy to work with. He helped to coordinate the menu and made sure everything we needed was taken care of. He and Elena made us feel completely at home in the best possible way. Chef Elena, just wow! She cooked up a storm and left us in awe. How did she do it all? This woman is a powerhouse! We had 3 types of signature stuffed olives, eggplant caponata, 3 different salads, 3 pastas, chicken cotoletta, polpette meatballs, and tiramisu for dessert. Every single bite was delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more of Elena's magic. If you like or love olives, Cremini's will be like heaven for you. Personally, I generally avoid olives and yet I still thoroughly enjoyed every single dish. The salads and eggplant caponata all had olives. Normally, I eat around olives or pick them out. But here, they blended seemlesly with the rest of the dish and I actually enjoyed olives for once. The salads were all super fresh and appetizing. The signature olive ascolane were unique and delicious too. The pasta le marche and stuffed gnocchi were unforgettable and unbelievable. Easily the best gnocchi I've ever had. I want more right now. The cacio pepe was solid too, but for me the pasta le marche and gnocchi were just next level because I'd never had anything like them before. The cotoletta Milanese had my guests asking Elena "what's your secret? How did you do this?" Seemingly a simple dish, but she cooked it to perfection. When I say they asked her, they literally asked her, because she came out to our party several times to check in and make sure everything was going well. How cool to be able to connect with and chat with the chef! The polpette were also perfectly tender, rich and flavorful. We took some home and they were still finger licking good the next day. The tiramisu was in a league of it's own. Actually, it was out of this world. This is the tiramisu of the Gods. My chef friend, who is notoriously difficult to imress, proclaimed that it was the best tiramisu he's ever had. It was the perfect grand finale to an already amazing feast. Thank you Elena and Riccardo for a wonderful experience! I'm excited to come back for more and to continue exploring the menu. TLDR: My friends and I have traveled / eaten across Italy as well as our fair share of Italian restaurants around NYC, Cremini's holds it own against any and all of them. Seriously, this place is a gem! Amazing food at reasonable prices, made with love and served with warmth. Don't think twice, do yourself a favor and have a meal at Cremini's.

Caroline E.

Cremini’s is my favorite (and in my opinion, the best) Italian restaurant in New York. The whole experience feels like you’re eating at someone’s house - the interior is cozy and the couple that owns it work as the server/bartender and the chef. The pasta is second to none. Pictured is the amatriciana spaghetti, the cacio e Pepe, the pesto gnocchi, and the limone e menta spaghetti. I’ve tried almost every other pasta on the menu and they are all delicious - the only problem you’ll have here is how hard it is to decide what to order! Finally, if you don’t end your meal with the olive oil cake, you are making the biggest mistake of your life. It is out of this world good. The best I’ve ever had. And I know I keep saying that - but there’s just no other way to describe it without underselling it. This place is so good it deserves to have a line out the door every night but I’m selfishly glad it doesn’t.

Yukina Doi

Ever since I found this lovely place a few years ago, it has been me and my family’s absolute favorite! Ricardo’s special cocktail Rixway is my go-to and Elena’s cooking is just phenomenal. Their food, drinks, and service all together make this restaurant so special. Whenever we go, we can feel their love and dedication in everything they prepare. Love this place, Elena and Ricardo so much!

Sara Stradaioli

As Italian, I had a great experience at Cremini’s. They have a wide variety of food options from Marche region in Italy which is probably the only one in NYC, and the owners will advise you the best MUST try. I loved the food and the people, don’t miss it!

Alessandro Motta

Cremini’s is hands down one of the best and most authentic italian restaurants you will find in Brooklyn. The restaurant is run by an italian couple, Riccardo and Elena, who brought a corner of Italy in NYC that makes me feel at home every time. They are the only restaurant in NYC who makes the typical stuffed Ascolana Olives with olives coming straight from Italy, housemade stuffing and double breaded for an extra crisp. I also tried their Crescia flatbread sandwich that was so flaky, fresh and delicious that in a second took me back to Marche, Italy. Cannot wait to come back for some of their housemade pasta and their great and clean natural wine selection. Highly highly recommend a visit

Michelle Aileen

We came here for dinner- we live in the area and just kept meaning to check this place out, and are so glad we finally did! Love the cozy ambiance and vibe!! We left our food/drinks up to Ricardo’s recommendations and were so happy with everything he recommended! Everything had beautiful presentation and flavor! He explained to us how they get they best quality ingredients for everything, and you can absolutely tell! They are truly passionate, knowledgeable and genuine. (And so nice!) We loved our entire experience and look forward to coming back, he was telling us that the menus rotate seasonally so we are excited for the upcoming spring menu! Five stars, highly recommend! We visited again the other day and are always so happy with the people, the vibe, and the food! Thank you again!

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Sara Marini

Dinner at Cremini’s was a true journey throw the flavors of Le Marche. We started with amazing olive all’ascolana, classic and spicy ‘nduja, and a fantastic charcuterie board. The main were just memorable: crispy fried fettuccine balls with beef ragù, rich stuffed gnocchi with truffle and porcini, and a light, flavorful Marche-style risotto with tomato and ricotta. Don’t miss the tiramisu! Unforgettable!! Riccardo and Elena create a warm, authentic atmosphere that makes you feel instantly home. Can’t wait to go back!

Levi

TL;DR: One of the best Italian spots in Brooklyn. Gorgonzola-stuffed olives = life-changing. Cocktails, eggplant, dessert—10/10. Perfect for date night or any special night. Cremini’s totally blew me away. The Gorgonzola-stuffed olives were absolutely insane—in the best way. We tried almost every cocktail on the menu and loved them all. The eggplant dish was rich and delicious, and for dessert I had both the affogato and the tiramisu, and I’d order them again in a heartbeat. Everything tasted super authentic, and the owner was really welcoming—we even chatted about Italy. You can feel the love in every detail. Whether it’s a romantic night out or just a dinner to treat yourself, this place is a total gem.

James Armstrong

What an incredible restaurant and delightful owners! From the moment you step in, you're greeted with laughter, positive vibes, and exceptional cuisine. Meeting the charming couple behind this establishment is an experience in itself. And of course, the culinary delights they serve will leave you thoroughly satisfied.