I’ve been coming here for about 5 years. It’s a wonderful place. The food is always excellent and the service amazing. However, I recently ordered the tagliata (steak dinner), and it just came with the steak and arugula…in the past it’s always come with mashed potatoes. I had to order them separately for an extra 7$…40$ and it only comes with arugula on the side?? It was absolutely delicious as usual, but I think it’s insane that it doesn’t come with a proper side dish. BRING BACK THE MASH!!! (I had eaten a few pieces of steak before I took the photo, it was a proper 8 ounce sirloin) I’m not sure I will order that again. I also had the salad misto as a starter, and a lemon and sage spritz. All told my bill was like 80$. To spend 70 plus dollars on a dinner out and not get a full meal with proper sides is just wild. Like I side, the food is always excellent superb and I love the staff, but I’m not sure it will stay in the rotation, at least for that meal anyway.
Alan Miller
Horrible vibes. Have been here a few times following good reviews from friends in the area. Have been sorely disappointed every time. The bartender -- always the same one -- will say they're too busy to seat us even when there are many open bar seats and tables. But then online, there are scores of reservations you can book. (I even booked one of these and came back 15 mins later). She always seems irritated that you have deigned to bother her at her restaurant. Talks extensively with friends while ignoring paying customers, and seems generally annoyed for basic requests like more water or to place an order (after 25 mins of waiting). Food is decent, some dishes were pretty good even, but not worth the attitude.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Alina Quintero
Camilo’s is a place we’ve enjoyed in the past, which makes this experience disappointing. Last night around 10:00 pm, we walked in hoping to see if there was availability for a party of two. There were several empty tables and open seats at the bar, so it seemed promising. As usual, the host was polite and professional and explained that without purchasing tickets in advance, we couldn’t be seated. What was missing, however, was any option or suggestion to purchase the tickets on the spot. The tickets were $25 per person, plus a fixed menu at $75 per person — something we would have at least considered had it been offered. I genuinely appreciate that Camilo’s is successful and consistently busy, to the point where they can turn guests away. That said, this isn’t the first time we’ve encountered this situation, and it leaves you feeling less like a valued guest and more like an inconvenience. Still a great restaurant, but the front-of-house experience could be more accommodating, especially when there is visible availability.
Service: 1
Peter Waisnor
One of my favorite parts about living in NYC is accidental restaurant discovery. Whether dipping in to get out of the rain or picking some place at random just because the timing is right. I dropped into Camillo just to fill up a bit before heading to a New Year’s Eve party. It is a charming, cozy, minimalist space. The staff were exceptionally friendly and patient, even as numerous NYE guests with reservations were flowing in. My artichoke appetizer and lasagna entree were far above my expectations for having chosen the restaurant at random in a neighborhood I never visit. I can’t wait to go back with my family. What a perfect spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lexi Carlson
I love the oxtail pasta fish and the olive oil cake is fenomenal
Mekaelia Davis
Great service. Carbonara was superb.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don Speranza
Loved everything about this place. It was the quintessential neighborhood date night place. The menu was not your run of the mill Italian menu. Every dish was delicious and well prepared. We loved every dish but you must have the artichokes and The abbacchio. Sorry that my photos do not do justice to the food. We went all out from cocktails to dessert but you can certainly eat well here for less money than we spent .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rajesh Kaushik
Food was pretty good and the staff is very friendly. But I was disappointed because our main course took almost 40 minutes to arrive and we were just sitting there just waiting.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Mary Legagneur
I use to come here every Tuesday with my dad when he was alive. This was our spot. Great place Great service and great food ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rithika Iyer
3.5/5, first impressions.
Decided to try Camillo for our anniversary dinner as it looked like a nice option in the neighborhood. The decor is industrial chic and tasteful. Servers were attentive as it was a weekday night and not super busy, and took our orders rightaway. The antipasti (salad) came out rightaway and was great - loved the flavors and texture; however we were left waiting an hour after ordering for two pastas. Two servers apologized for the wait (without us asking, because we were sitting at an empty table) before the food finally came out. Both the carbonara and lasagna were well made, but we were a little let down that the lasagna had only bechamel sauce and no tomato sauce, and tasted bland/too lightly seasoned as a result. Probably should have paid a bit more attention to the menu which noted tomatoes but not sauce :)
Unfortunately the wait pretty much ruined our experience that day. We decided against ordering dessert and headed home instead. Might try again in the future and explore their pizzas and other pastas.
Decided to try Camillo for our anniversary dinner as it looked like a nice option in the neighborhood. The decor is industrial chic and tasteful. Servers were attentive as it was a weekday night and not super busy, and took our orders rightaway. The antipasti (salad) came out rightaway and was great - loved the flavors and texture; however we were left waiting an hour after ordering for two pastas. Two servers apologized for the wait (without us asking, because we were sitting at an empty table) before the food finally came out. Both the carbonara and lasagna were well made, but we were a little let down that the lasagna had only bechamel sauce and no tomato sauce, and tasted bland/too lightly seasoned as a result. Probably should have paid a bit more attention to the menu which noted tomatoes but not sauce :)
Unfortunately the wait pretty much ruined our experience that day. We decided against ordering dessert and headed home instead. Might try again in the future and explore their pizzas and other pastas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ed David
places is excellent from the pizza. Here is top nine. I love coming here and it has a great vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cassie Fowler
This place is really cozy! I loved the atmosphere and the staff was very attentive and friendly. I was THRILLED to see gluten free options on the menu, especially in this neighborhood. The gluten free pasta was really salty for my likes (as has been mentioned on other comments) but I took my leftovers home to have with a bright side salad. The gelato was out of this world. I will definitely be back and will bring more folks with me!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kyle B
This Italian restaurant was a great surprise. The pizza was very good, and the lasagna was excellent. They were able to seat our large party with no reservation, which was very appreciated. The service was helpful, and the tiramisu was also very good. The food, service, and overall experience were impressive, and I highly recommend trying this place.
Long story short about the score: The food was fine, but the bartender (that was also our server) didn’t have a great attitude.
Now, details.
The Prosciutto and Pecorino was everything you need and more. The bread was super fresh and soft and the honeyed almonds were addictive.
I got the Pappardelle oxtail and my friend got the Pollo Arrosto. Both were solid meals, but we added a pinch of salt to both, and I’m not mad about that, better to have the option to spice it up a bit.
The main issue with the host was that he had some not-so-friendly attitude throughout the night, but the straw that broke the camel’s back was that when it was time to pay, we asked to split the bill, and he threw a mini tantrum about how it would be so much easier for us to pay each other, and that they have to pay “more fees” for processing more transactions, and on top of that, he said that he was “wasting his time” by having to have each of us pay.
I have been a server, and I understand that charging only one card is easier, of course, but it wasn’t like he was very busy; it was a quiet Tuesday night.
I was happy to have tried this place after, but I’m not sure I would be coming back after this experience.
Besides that, a final note was that the restaurant itself was very charming!
I’ve been coming here for about 5 years. It’s a wonderful place. The food is always excellent and the service amazing. However, I recently ordered the tagliata (steak dinner), and it just came with the steak and arugula…in the past it’s always come with mashed potatoes. I had to order them separately for an extra 7$…40$ and it only comes with arugula on the side?? It was absolutely delicious as usual, but I think it’s insane that it doesn’t come with a proper side dish. BRING BACK THE MASH!!! (I had eaten a few pieces of steak before I took the photo, it was a proper 8 ounce sirloin) I’m not sure I will order that again. I also had the salad misto as a starter, and a lemon and sage spritz. All told my bill was like 80$. To spend 70 plus dollars on a dinner out and not get a full meal with proper sides is just wild. Like I side, the food is always excellent superb and I love the staff, but I’m not sure it will stay in the rotation, at least for that meal anyway.
Horrible vibes. Have been here a few times following good reviews from friends in the area. Have been sorely disappointed every time. The bartender -- always the same one -- will say they're too busy to seat us even when there are many open bar seats and tables. But then online, there are scores of reservations you can book. (I even booked one of these and came back 15 mins later). She always seems irritated that you have deigned to bother her at her restaurant. Talks extensively with friends while ignoring paying customers, and seems generally annoyed for basic requests like more water or to place an order (after 25 mins of waiting). Food is decent, some dishes were pretty good even, but not worth the attitude.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Camilo’s is a place we’ve enjoyed in the past, which makes this experience disappointing. Last night around 10:00 pm, we walked in hoping to see if there was availability for a party of two. There were several empty tables and open seats at the bar, so it seemed promising.
As usual, the host was polite and professional and explained that without purchasing tickets in advance, we couldn’t be seated. What was missing, however, was any option or suggestion to purchase the tickets on the spot. The tickets were $25 per person, plus a fixed menu at $75 per person — something we would have at least considered had it been offered.
I genuinely appreciate that Camilo’s is successful and consistently busy, to the point where they can turn guests away. That said, this isn’t the first time we’ve encountered this situation, and it leaves you feeling less like a valued guest and more like an inconvenience.
Still a great restaurant, but the front-of-house experience could be more accommodating, especially when there is visible availability.
Service: 1
One of my favorite parts about living in NYC is accidental restaurant discovery. Whether dipping in to get out of the rain or picking some place at random just because the timing is right. I dropped into Camillo just to fill up a bit before heading to a New Year’s Eve party. It is a charming, cozy, minimalist space. The staff were exceptionally friendly and patient, even as numerous NYE guests with reservations were flowing in. My artichoke appetizer and lasagna entree were far above my expectations for having chosen the restaurant at random in a neighborhood I never visit. I can’t wait to go back with my family. What a perfect spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the oxtail pasta fish and the olive oil cake is fenomenal
Great service. Carbonara was superb.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved everything about this place. It was the quintessential neighborhood date night place. The menu was not your run of the mill Italian menu. Every dish was delicious and well prepared. We loved every dish but you must have the artichokes and The abbacchio. Sorry that my photos do not do justice to the food. We went all out from cocktails to dessert but you can certainly eat well here for less money than we spent .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was pretty good and the staff is very friendly. But I was disappointed because our main course took almost 40 minutes to arrive and we were just sitting there just waiting.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
I use to come here every Tuesday with my dad when he was alive. This was our spot. Great place Great service and great food ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
3.5/5, first impressions.
Decided to try Camillo for our anniversary dinner as it looked like a nice option in the neighborhood. The decor is industrial chic and tasteful. Servers were attentive as it was a weekday night and not super busy, and took our orders rightaway. The antipasti (salad) came out rightaway and was great - loved the flavors and texture; however we were left waiting an hour after ordering for two pastas. Two servers apologized for the wait (without us asking, because we were sitting at an empty table) before the food finally came out. Both the carbonara and lasagna were well made, but we were a little let down that the lasagna had only bechamel sauce and no tomato sauce, and tasted bland/too lightly seasoned as a result. Probably should have paid a bit more attention to the menu which noted tomatoes but not sauce :)
Unfortunately the wait pretty much ruined our experience that day. We decided against ordering dessert and headed home instead. Might try again in the future and explore their pizzas and other pastas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
3.5/5, first impressions.
Decided to try Camillo for our anniversary dinner as it looked like a nice option in the neighborhood. The decor is industrial chic and tasteful. Servers were attentive as it was a weekday night and not super busy, and took our orders rightaway. The antipasti (salad) came out rightaway and was great - loved the flavors and texture; however we were left waiting an hour after ordering for two pastas. Two servers apologized for the wait (without us asking, because we were sitting at an empty table) before the food finally came out. Both the carbonara and lasagna were well made, but we were a little let down that the lasagna had only bechamel sauce and no tomato sauce, and tasted bland/too lightly seasoned as a result. Probably should have paid a bit more attention to the menu which noted tomatoes but not sauce :)
Unfortunately the wait pretty much ruined our experience that day. We decided against ordering dessert and headed home instead. Might try again in the future and explore their pizzas and other pastas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
places is excellent from the pizza. Here is top nine. I love coming here and it has a great vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is really cozy! I loved the atmosphere and the staff was very attentive and friendly. I was THRILLED to see gluten free options on the menu, especially in this neighborhood. The gluten free pasta was really salty for my likes (as has been mentioned on other comments) but I took my leftovers home to have with a bright side salad. The gelato was out of this world. I will definitely be back and will bring more folks with me!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This Italian restaurant was a great surprise. The pizza was very good, and the lasagna was excellent. They were able to seat our large party with no reservation, which was very appreciated. The service was helpful, and the tiramisu was also very good. The food, service, and overall experience were impressive, and I highly recommend trying this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Lasagna Vegeterian, Pistachio Olive Oil Cake, Margherita Pinsa
Long story short about the score: The food was fine, but the bartender (that was also our server) didn’t have a great attitude.
Now, details.
The Prosciutto and Pecorino was everything you need and more. The bread was super fresh and soft and the honeyed almonds were addictive.
I got the Pappardelle oxtail and my friend got the Pollo Arrosto. Both were solid meals, but we added a pinch of salt to both, and I’m not mad about that, better to have the option to spice it up a bit.
The main issue with the host was that he had some not-so-friendly attitude throughout the night, but the straw that broke the camel’s back was that when it was time to pay, we asked to split the bill, and he threw a mini tantrum about how it would be so much easier for us to pay each other, and that they have to pay “more fees” for processing more transactions, and on top of that, he said that he was “wasting his time” by having to have each of us pay.
I have been a server, and I understand that charging only one card is easier, of course, but it wasn’t like he was very busy; it was a quiet Tuesday night.
I was happy to have tried this place after, but I’m not sure I would be coming back after this experience.
Besides that, a final note was that the restaurant itself was very charming!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 2
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