What a great dinner! We were a party of eight with an early reservation at 6pm. Greeted by the hostess who also was our server. She was so pleasant and friendly. It set the right mood at the outset.
Ordered 2 each of the apps ( shrimp, mussels and broccoli rabe). For the entree, half of us had the Osso Buco and others had various pasta dishes. All very good, and by the end— all plates finished incuduing the apps and two bottles of a great barbera. Split two orders of Tiramisu one of which was free of charge since we were celebrating my son’s wedding earlier that day at City Hall.
Thanks to the staff at Maretta for making it a special evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sonny Gindi
Great spot, friendly staff, good food.
carlos borges
The chef here is doing amazing things. This is standout Italian cuisine. We're been here a couple of times and I look forward to my next visit. The grilled prawns in Calabrian butter is a must. The potato pave is a must. Pro tip: Mash the potato in the Calabrian butter. You're welcome. The salads change seasonally it seems. I had the Radicchio lettuce salad on a recent visit the was perfectly seasoned and super fresh. It's a large portion that can be shared with 3 - 4 people. I highly recommend the linguine and clams. Some of the best anywhere. The sauce is perfectly emulsified. The Mafaldine is elegant. The service is spectacular. Andy is a great host. The team here works hard to create a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stetson Hundgen
Incredible find in the heart of the East Village. Maretta is both cozy and lively, a perfect date night spot, and I can't wait to host a celebratory meal here. The vibe is right!!! I've been a few times now and service is top-tier. The food is delicious and elevates classic Italian. Highlights for us have been the perfectly cooked pasta dishes (any of them), the steamed mussels were phenomenal, and the cocktails (especially the Negroni Shakerato) were expertly made to pair with each course.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natalia Woodward
From the moment we walked into Maretta on Avenue B, we knew we had found something special. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of relaxed neighborhood Italian and chic East Village energy. Minimalist interior warmed with candlelight and a buzzing bar scene that feels both intimate and lively. The seasonal menu delivers thoughtful, authentic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients that truly sing together. We started with the steamed mussels and shared their pizzetta and pappardelle every bite was rich, perfectly seasoned, and deeply satisfying. The wine list and cocktails (especially the crafted martinis and Negronis) were standout accompaniments. Service was warm and attentive, making us feel right at home. This gem earns every one of its 5 stars. We are already planning our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Martin
They tried making anything made out of wheat healthy by using whole grain flour. This does not work with pizza, it was so bad. The pizza was also ridiculously small. Blinis were bad and there was a draft in the restaurant. This is not a vegetarian/vegan/kosher friendly restaurant, so keep that in mind.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
David Vinegrad
A very tasty meal Attentive staff Reasonably priced
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Serap Oyal
A very pleasant and delicious place. Small, friendly service. We're glad we came and will be back again. Lezzet cok guzeldi gec fotograf cekebildim
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jada Harper
Had an amazing time, luis and Niko were absolutely amazing. Great service. Amazing food. The verde pizza to die for. Unbelievable house shots. Would recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christian Lang
We actually had a really disappointing experience at Maretta. Given the high ratings and reviews, I thought I should probably share our experience so others might not be surprised in the same way. Both the service and food were nowhere near what I expected based on the review and price point. On the former, on multiple occasions, we were served dirty glassware/dishes. (In addition to a share plate with old food crust on it, I was accidentally provided a used glass with some leftover drink in the bottom when I got my beer, and when they gave us a refill carafe of water (which we had to ask for both times, despite the bottle sitting there empty for a while), the server had dirty hands and when they dropped the bottle, the food/substance on their hands smeared across the top of the carafe. If I hadn't been there with some special guests, I would have said something in the moment. It left a pretty poor impression. On the food, our main dishes were very mediocre. In fact, we had to ask for some salt just to make the pasta dish edible. It was really baffling, given that the restaurant is well reviewed. I left wishing I had gone to a more affordable, neighborhood-style option.
10/10 vibes and food with decent prices and no reservation hassle
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bella Sykes
booked a big table for a birthday and they really went above and beyond for us. great food, amazing service, and perfect atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mia Day
we had a gorgeous meal here last night. the food, drinks and service were wonderful! highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kasia Meller
Absolutely Loved It!
We went to Maretta on Monday for dinner with kids and friends and absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and innovative — every dish had a thoughtful twist that made it stand out.
We started with the potato pavé with leeks (to die for!) and the smoked beetroot salad, which was completely unexpected and packed with unique flavor. It’s so rare to find something truly unusual these days, and this was exactly that.
For mains, we had the chicken, branzino (fantastic!), and the ragu bolognese — each one was a treat. The portions were perfect, and everything came out beautifully presented.
The ambiance was cozy and elegant, with dim lighting, candles on the tables, and crisp white tablecloths — and honestly, everything tastes better when the setting is this charming.
They even made a non-alcoholic espresso martini that hit the spot — not an easy feat for a small restaurant, but they really nailed it.
The service was delightful — warm, attentive, and genuinely kind.
We’re already planning to come back and are recommending this gem to everyone we know!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zahira Perez
Instant favorite! Stumbled across this restaurant after a comedy show at the bar across the street and I am so glad I did. The food was absolutely delicious! My friend and I shared the diavola pizza and the lasagna. The pizza had the perfect crust that can only be achieved by a great pizza oven and the lasagna had the perfect creamy texture without feeling heavy. All of this is complimented by the atmosphere: the second you walk in you can feel the elevated yet welcoming atmosphere - a great romantic and relaxing vibe with soft lights. The service was my favorite part though, I believe we were helped by Jaime and Javyer. Friendly and super helpful, gave us suggestions and made us feel right at home. I’d skip the crème brûlée and next time I’ll be trying some wines from their great selection.
What a great dinner! We were a party of eight with an early reservation at 6pm. Greeted by the hostess who also was our server. She was so pleasant and friendly. It set the right mood at the outset.
Ordered 2 each of the apps ( shrimp, mussels and broccoli rabe). For the entree, half of us had the Osso Buco and others had various pasta dishes. All very good, and by the end— all plates finished incuduing the apps and two bottles of a great barbera. Split two orders of Tiramisu one of which was free of charge since we were celebrating my son’s wedding earlier that day at City Hall.
Thanks to the staff at Maretta for making it a special evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot, friendly staff, good food.
The chef here is doing amazing things. This is standout Italian cuisine. We're been here a couple of times and I look forward to my next visit. The grilled prawns in Calabrian butter is a must. The potato pave is a must. Pro tip: Mash the potato in the Calabrian butter. You're welcome. The salads change seasonally it seems. I had the Radicchio lettuce salad on a recent visit the was perfectly seasoned and super fresh. It's a large portion that can be shared with 3 - 4 people. I highly recommend the linguine and clams. Some of the best anywhere. The sauce is perfectly emulsified. The Mafaldine is elegant. The service is spectacular. Andy is a great host. The team here works hard to create a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible find in the heart of the East Village. Maretta is both cozy and lively, a perfect date night spot, and I can't wait to host a celebratory meal here. The vibe is right!!! I've been a few times now and service is top-tier. The food is delicious and elevates classic Italian. Highlights for us have been the perfectly cooked pasta dishes (any of them), the steamed mussels were phenomenal, and the cocktails (especially the Negroni Shakerato) were expertly made to pair with each course.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
From the moment we walked into Maretta on Avenue B, we knew we had found something special. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of relaxed neighborhood Italian and chic East Village energy. Minimalist interior warmed with candlelight and a buzzing bar scene that feels both intimate and lively. The seasonal menu delivers thoughtful, authentic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients that truly sing together. We started with the steamed mussels and shared their pizzetta and pappardelle every bite was rich, perfectly seasoned, and deeply satisfying. The wine list and cocktails (especially the crafted martinis and Negronis) were standout accompaniments. Service was warm and attentive, making us feel right at home. This gem earns every one of its 5 stars. We are already planning our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They tried making anything made out of wheat healthy by using whole grain flour. This does not work with pizza, it was so bad. The pizza was also ridiculously small. Blinis were bad and there was a draft in the restaurant. This is not a vegetarian/vegan/kosher friendly restaurant, so keep that in mind.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
A very tasty meal
Attentive staff
Reasonably priced
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A very pleasant and delicious place. Small, friendly service. We're glad we came and will be back again.
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had an amazing time, luis and Niko were absolutely amazing. Great service. Amazing food. The verde pizza to die for. Unbelievable house shots. Would recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We actually had a really disappointing experience at Maretta. Given the high ratings and reviews, I thought I should probably share our experience so others might not be surprised in the same way. Both the service and food were nowhere near what I expected based on the review and price point. On the former, on multiple occasions, we were served dirty glassware/dishes. (In addition to a share plate with old food crust on it, I was accidentally provided a used glass with some leftover drink in the bottom when I got my beer, and when they gave us a refill carafe of water (which we had to ask for both times, despite the bottle sitting there empty for a while), the server had dirty hands and when they dropped the bottle, the food/substance on their hands smeared across the top of the carafe. If I hadn't been there with some special guests, I would have said something in the moment. It left a pretty poor impression. On the food, our main dishes were very mediocre. In fact, we had to ask for some salt just to make the pasta dish edible. It was really baffling, given that the restaurant is well reviewed. I left wishing I had gone to a more affordable, neighborhood-style option.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
10/10 vibes and food with decent prices and no reservation hassle
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
booked a big table for a birthday and they really went above and beyond for us. great food, amazing service, and perfect atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
we had a gorgeous meal here last night. the food, drinks and service were wonderful! highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely Loved It!
We went to Maretta on Monday for dinner with kids and friends and absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and innovative — every dish had a thoughtful twist that made it stand out.
We started with the potato pavé with leeks (to die for!) and the smoked beetroot salad, which was completely unexpected and packed with unique flavor. It’s so rare to find something truly unusual these days, and this was exactly that.
For mains, we had the chicken, branzino (fantastic!), and the ragu bolognese — each one was a treat. The portions were perfect, and everything came out beautifully presented.
The ambiance was cozy and elegant, with dim lighting, candles on the tables, and crisp white tablecloths — and honestly, everything tastes better when the setting is this charming.
They even made a non-alcoholic espresso martini that hit the spot — not an easy feat for a small restaurant, but they really nailed it.
The service was delightful — warm, attentive, and genuinely kind.
We’re already planning to come back and are recommending this gem to everyone we know!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Instant favorite! Stumbled across this restaurant after a comedy show at the bar across the street and I am so glad I did. The food was absolutely delicious! My friend and I shared the diavola pizza and the lasagna. The pizza had the perfect crust that can only be achieved by a great pizza oven and the lasagna had the perfect creamy texture without feeling heavy. All of this is complimented by the atmosphere: the second you walk in you can feel the elevated yet welcoming atmosphere - a great romantic and relaxing vibe with soft lights. The service was my favorite part though, I believe we were helped by Jaime and Javyer. Friendly and super helpful, gave us suggestions and made us feel right at home. I’d skip the crème brûlée and next time I’ll be trying some wines from their great selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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