"Instead of cacio e pepe and carbonara, Don Angie does a giant platter of rolled lasagna for two and a plate of gnocchi with provolone. Both dishes are very much worth your time, and there are some other creative pastas and little plates that belong on your table too, like a stuffed garlic flatbread and a parmesan-covered chrysanthemum salad. Eat all of those things, and you’ll realize why this is one of the top Italian restaurants in NYC. The restaurant is filled with leather and shiny things, so it’s a sleek destination for a date night. Reservations are released online seven days in advance at 9am. The bar is reserved for walk-ins, and bar seats are surprisingly attainable. Sure, you might have to wait an hour or so, but don’t be afraid to stop by and put your name in." - bryan kim, will hartman, sonal shah, molly fitzpatrick