"This red-sauce joint had been owned and operated by the Scognamillo family since 1944, and the first things you’ll see when you walk in are a signed headshot of Liza Minelli and a statue of Frank Sinatra—who was, yes, a regular here. It's our favorite spot for pre-theater spaghetti and meatballs, and it’ll transport you back to an era when West 56th and Broadway was, shockingly, the coolest spot in town. Stick to the classics, and save room for the dessert cart. On this cart, underneath a cloudy cloche, is one of the best carrot cakes we’ve had in a very long time." - willa moore, will hartman, sonal shah, neha talreja
