Forlini's

"Forlini’s below Canal Street represents the hilarious intersection of people who have lived in the city for 60+ years, New York State Supreme Court justices, and skateboarders slash models (and not the other way around). It has the look of an underground supper club, with framed portraits on the wooden walls and big portions of veal parm and clams casino on the tables. If you're throwing a birthday party, opt for the $70-per-person set dinner (a price that already includes tax and a 15% base tip). Otherwise, you can order family-style platters of red-sauce pasta and plenty of bread refills, and you should be good to go." - Hannah Albertine

"Forlini’s, the old-school Italian red-sauce joint, closed its doors in March after a 70-year run. The restaurant was located inside a building spanning 91-93 Baxter Street that was owned by several members of the Forlini family. It permanently closed on March 31, following a health department shutdown. The closure was unexpected for longtime fans, and the restaurant auctioned off its entire art collection after closing down." - Emma Orlow

"Almost a month after Forlini’s announced its permanent closure, the decades-old red sauce restaurant appears to be selling its entire art collection online." - Luke Fortney

"Forlini's, the storied red sauce restaurant at 93 Baxter Street, near Walker Street, officially closed as of March 31 with largely no notice to its legion of fans and longtime customers." - Emma Orlow

"Forlini’s, one of Manhattan’s last remaining red sauce joints that first opened in 1956, has officially closed, owner Joe Forlini confirmed to Eater in an interview. The building that houses has also been sold. ... Over the years, Forlini’s became known for its old-school classic dishes like veal scalloppini, lasagna, chicken parmigiana, and limoncello, and it’s remained a restaurant that Eater critic Robert Sietsema considers one of the rare spots to eat well in Little Italy these days. ... Forlini did not disclose the name of the new owners, and that his real estate agent is not currently aware of anyone slated to rent the restaurant space. However, he stated that the new owners purchased the whole restaurant space, including tables, chairs, and equipment. Joe and his cousin Derek Forlini retain the Forlini’s name." - Emma Orlow