"Opened by Jody Williams and Rita Sodi, Via Carota’s West Village gastroteca quickly became a James Beard–caliber spot where the Cacio e Pepe is the undisputed star; I’d also ask about the daily pasta specials, order the grilled artichokes, and consider the Insalata Verde (endive, butter lettuce, frisée, and watercress) if I wanted something lighter." - Derin Yilmaz