Il Corso

Service was absolutely impeccable here! I had the best birthday dinner of my life!! Highly recommend the Cacio e Pepe. Rack of lamb and truffle burrata specials were also amazing. We finished with espresso and homemade tiramisu, which were to die for! I appreciate every little detail. Will absolutely be back!

Great experience! Food tasted absolutely DELICIOUS!! Everyone who worked there was very nice and attentive. Pasta was excellent. Every dish we ordered was a 10/10, including our chocolate cake!

We came for an early dinner after visiting MoMa. Service was impeccable. Everything was delicious. We enjoyed a couple of drinks, apps, and pasta. We loved the spaghetti di Mare. Prices were very good, all things considered. Quality isn't supposed to be cheap. At il Corso, you get what you pay for.

Wonderful experience! All food that we ordered were fantastic! Great service especially David our server, he was so attentive and he gave us dessert on the house. This place is highly recommended!

I visited this restaurant to enjoy authentic, traditional Italian cuisine. The pasta was absolutely delicious, with no unnecessary frills. While the gnocchi didn’t quite meet my expectations, its unique roasted preparation made it less greasy, offering an interesting and memorable experience. The desserts were also delightful, each with its own unique charm.

The croquettes are fantastic! I had the lasagna and it was really good. Drinks were great. The only thing is that the place is very small, so the tables are crowded together, but I do not think this took away from the experience at all.

The food was delicious & so were the drinks. I really loved the pistachio dessert & the croquettes!

Good was amazing it’s a small super friendly place to eat . We hadn’t booked and we were 7 and we were lucky to get in with out waiting . Over all a fabulous meal I would Definitely recommend

Excellent cozy Italian restaurant. The food is fantastic. In particular, the Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia is one of my favorite pastas in the city. It is sweet, creamy, and decadently rich. It's a must order for me. In truth, I found myself distracted multiple times by how good the food smelled as the servers carried it past me to other tables. Still, I was thrilled with my Paccheri. I was practically drooling when it touched down on the table. But I can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu. The service is good--charming and helpful if a bit slow at points. And the decor is simple and classic. It doesn't over do it, but the vibe is warm with white tablecloths and candles. (I think we can all agree that real candles are infinitely better than fakes).

The concierge at our hotel recommended this little gem to us and got us a prime Friday 7:30 reservation. She said the regulars were probably all out in their summer homes! We lucked out. We enjoyed a terrific meal with excellent service. We started with the artichoke and avocado salad which was more like a pate under a slice of hard cheese. It was delicious, a little lemony and so refreshing. My friend had the spaghetti pomodoro, which was served al dente and was very tasty. I had the pistachio cream pasta with sweet sausage and it was heavenly! We split a creme brûlée for dessert and left the restaurant with big smiles and full bellies! I will definitely return to dine again...

Great little spot in Midtown for a nice Italian dinner. Small spot but good service and quality food. We started with a bread basket with a unique side: oil and lentils. I have not had this before but the combo was great! Their focaccia is perfect and each piece was warm. They have good classic cocktails and gorgeous desserts. Loved the pistachio tart dessert - they brought out a plate with all of the dessert choices for us and all of them looked amazing, it was hard to pick just one. The pomodoro spaghetti was flavored well and the noodles were good. The Cacio e Pepe was presented well with cheese wheel shavings, but sadly missed the mark for me a bit -- the dish could have been a bit more flavorful rather than just creamy. On the other hand, the special of truffle mushroom risotto was DELICIOUS. I am a fan of all things mushroom and truffle so I'm biased but it was an absolute hit for me. Overall great little spot, I will be returning!

One of the better pastas I have had in the city. The pistachio based pasta I had was so tasty, as were the others I got to try from friends. Server was so nice. Definitely a little busy inside but was not an issue for us. Would for sure go back

Stumbled upon this gem for lunch while in the city. It was delicious at every course. Amazing salad, perfect chicken and pastas and great desserts. Highly recommend!

Pretty average spot. None of the dishes stood out by any means. Location is meh and the place is small. The service however was top notch. The dishes were a bit lacking and maybe slightly overpriced.

Honestly phenomenal atmosphere and service. The food was delicious and each entree had its own staple. The pomadoro sauce took the cake and the pistachio tart.

My guest and I had dinner here last Wednesday and this place simply missed the mark. First off it was a quiet Wednesday night and plenty of available tables yet the hostess wanted us to sit next to a table of loud bros when we were looking for a quiet night dinner. She begrudgingly agreed to our request for a different table. In addition you do not want to sit close to the entrance because the street is loud and when the trash is out on a humid night you can smell it during dinner. The food was bland and flavorless. We had a salad and burrata which was boring and my paparadelle which I was looking forward to had no flavor at all. The Crem brûlée also came out very cold that we asked them to reheat it. And to top it off a second after we paid our bill a massive cockroach appeared under our feet that had we seen it during dinner we would have left. They did nothing to apologize or try and gain our future business for the entire evening being a disaster. I would never go back here.

We ordered some takeout pasta from them and even after an hour heading back home, they were still delicious (heated up ofc). We had the fettuccine in truffle and mushroom cream sauce as well as the paccheri with sausage and pistachio cream and both of the noodles and sauces went wonderfully together. It had the perfect amount of bite to it and the right consistency for the sauce. I just kinda wish that the portions were a bit bigger for what they were. Overall, still very good though!

Il Corso is a pleasant neighborhood Italian restaurant with solid food and a very good selection of wine. It's predominantly southern Italian cuisine. 30 years and counting so you know they are doing some things well. Lots of regulars who the servers seem to greet by name. There are maybe 20 tables spread across two rooms separated by the kitchen and prep area. The relatively small spaces with low ceilings means things can get loud and hard to hear your dining companions. On to the food... Avocado e Carciofini: Smashed avocado mixed with artichokes hearts topped with slices of parmigiana cheese. I've never seen this on a menu before. It was delicious and somewhat addicting. Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia: sweet sausage are served with tube pasta and coated with a mascarpone & pistachio cream. A rich dish- a little too rich. We ate it all but probably shouldn't have. Fettuccine con Funghi e Prosciutto: Mushrooms and prosciutto with a truffle cream sauce. Not too creamy. Definitely worth repeating. You can substitute gluten free or whole wheat pasta in any dish for an additional charge. With so many Italian restaurants in NYC, it's hard to justify coming from across town but I'd definitely come back if I was staying nearby.

Fantastic service, but definitely loud inside this little restaurant. I did have to asked for bread for the table when it seemed like we should have been given it during the appetizers though. My mom ordered the tomato salad (literally just different types of tomatoes layered with bread crumbs, parmasan, and balsalmic (9/10 really fresh tomatoes!) and I got the butternut squash soup (10/10 warming and delicious). Then I got the spaghetti di mare 1/2 size(10/10 the pasta was obviously fresh and the sauce was so good). We shared the pumpkin pie for dessert (8/10 good flavor but the pie was obviously just heated in the microwave so the crust got soggy) Overall I'd return!

This was one of the most authentic Italian restaurants I've been to in a while. The food was so fresh and flavorful and service was quick and friendly. The wine list was impeccable.

Wow, wow, wow! Some of the best pasta I've ever had. The Fettuccine Con Funghi E Prosciutto was absolutely amazing. The truffles mixed with the mushrooms and prosciutto was perfect. The restaurant itself was a bit small, but felt cozy and intimate. The staff was also friendly and helpful. Great experience. I will 100% visit the next time I'm in the city.

Dinner was amazing. Service was relaxing. We were sat in the back, away from the entrance which made the experience more enjoyable.

I can't believe this place has been here without me knowing. I discovered the team was watchful. They serve many different meals, charge fair prices and treat customers with respect. The large servings make the pricing fair. This place has me planning to return.

I can't remember where I read about this place but I'm glad twas on my list because it's really good Italian food. Star of the night was obviously the pistachio tart but tbh everything about our meal was good. It's not Monteverde good but I was in NY. Do seek out the specials because they were plentiful & all sounded delicious. My wife opted for the special ravioli & daughter of course wanted plain buttered noodles with Parmesan.

Went for Valentine's Day and the service was phenomenal! The apps were decent - Crocchettes had good flavor and the fried zucchini needed salt but once added it was very good. Entrees were enjoyable and worth going back for: Cacio e Pepe - definitely the star of the show. Tasted great and the presentation was awesome Lasagne all'Emiliana - cute sized portion and flavor was on point Short Ribs - my partner really liked this, I thought it was fine but the sauce was a bit more sticky and red wine tasting than I liked. It tasted like the wine wasn't cooked down enough. Romantic vibe inside with dim lighting so was a perfect fit for Valentine's Day. We finished with espresso martinis and the chocolate cake. Definitely recommend!

We had an excellent experience here. Mid-price, quaint ambiance, friendly service, comforting food. The pastas all tasted nicely al dente and handmade, and the sauces were all creamy and flavorful without being too heavy. They are great with kids and have an off menu kids butter pasta for $10 (I also think you can order other kid size pastas).

This was just a fantastic experience from start to finish. -Cozy and intimate vibes and exactly the kind of little place you'd want to stumble in for a hearty meal and a drink after a day of walking around the cold and busy city. -A+ service. Dining with a toddler in tow can be stressful (esp at a nice place) and the owner just went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. No kids menu but they'll make up anything they can that is kid friendly. Chicken milanese cutlet and fries was perfect for my two year old. The owner even brought out a kid friendly cup and went out of his way to make sure I knew where the changing friendly bathroom was without me having to ask. These little things go a long way. From a tired Mom, thank you. -Excellent pasta. We shared the lobster ravioli as an app which was just outstanding and in the the most creamy and decadent sauce. For mains I tried the meat lasagna and the spaghetti limone. Both were just wonderful. Portions aren't large but you'll definitely leave satisfied, and I suggest ordering an app or so too. -Full bar and an extensive wine list. My aperol spritz hit the spot after a long day. Finding dinner in Manhattan is always overwhelming, so I'm really glad I found Il Corso on Yelp. I don't venture to the city often, but will be sure to come again when I'm back in the area.

The food here was top notch! Service was great! It's small inside but that's NYC for ya!!! Low key place and close to Broadway shows!

Their pasta is soooo gooood. The appetizers we ordered (Crocchette and Avocado e Carciofini were both a little different from what we expected, but still pretty good. All the pastas we ordered were of the best we've ever had. We ordered 4 for the table and none disappointed. -Fettuccine alla Bolognese -Cacio e Pepe -Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia -Fettuccine con Funghi The cacio e Pepe and Peccheri were so unbelievably good. We will come back just for those! Our server was so nice as well- we are so excited to come back next time we are in New York.

excellent food and excellent service! went there many times and always happy with the food

First time back post pandemic and it's still a nice spot but didn't stand out to me like it used to. Firstly some people got stools for their purses but mine sat on the floor. Prices for wine bottles were astronomical- it made more sense to just do by the glass and the sav blanc was not great. I really wish they would consider switching from the lentils with bread to a nice olive tapenade or something else- the lentils feel lazy and flavorless. Pasta wise the truffle one was absolutely 5 star but the bolognese lacked flavor or depth. Service was fairly quick and polite. The food here is still solid but with so many nice spots in NYC, it didn't have that Wow factor.

Food, service, drinks and menu were all incredible! Highly recommended and would return again and again!

We didn't have a reservation and popped in with a group of 3 for lunch on a Saturday afternoon for lunch and got seated right away. I'll say the service is a bit slow but the server is very friendly. I had the arugula salad which was delish! My friends split their arugula salad and was about the same size as mine so might as well split it! The food was all very tasty and I loved the ambiance!

We found Il Corso through friends visiting from Dallas and have been back twice on our own. We love it. The food is impeccable, and the service is efficient. The space is long, dark, and smallish, but it's New York and smack in the middle of town, steps from Rockefeller Center and Broadway shows. It's also very cozy and romantic if you want to have a delicious, quiet dinner. Go for the food and the lovely atmosphere and you will be impressed!

An absolute must!! The ambiance is intimate and romantic, and it's a great spot for family or dates. The food is beyond amazing and their cocktails are delicious! My boyfriend and I got the fettuccini bolognese and the lasagna, and we almost licked our plates clean it was THAT good. The service was wonderful and our server was attentive and kind! Do yourself a favor and come here for your next date night!

Having just arrived in NYC, we started scouring various reservations apps for a place to have dinner. We found Il Corso had availability along with great reviews, and further research convinced us this was the place to go. It turned out to be a great start to our trip, and one of the best meals we had during our visit! A long and narrow space nestled among other businesses along 55th, we were kindly and promptly seated. It was surprisingly full for a Monday night. This isn't a place for "Americanized" Italian fare. You won't find chicken parm on this menu, which was a wonderful feature of the menu since my husband and I have both lived in Europe and prefer more authentic Italian cuisine. We chose the croquettes and a salad to start. The croquettes had a perfectly light and crispy exterior, and a pillowy flavorful interior. My husband chose the lasagne all'Emilliana, different from American style lasagne with its wonderfully creamy bechamel layer. I chose the paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia- a large tubular pasta with crumbles of sweet Italian sausage and creamy mascarpone and pistachio sauce. There's nothing similar to compare this dish to, but it was absolutely exquisite! It's one of those dishes that you won't easily forget! There were so many dishes on the menu that we wanted to try, and we were very happy with the dishes we ended up choosing. The bread service is initially complimentary and comes with a pleasant dip of olive oil, garlic, and lentils! Again, not typical of an Italian restaurant in the US, but delicious.. and we couldn't stop spooning lentils over the warm, crusty bread. So good! There's an additional charge for extra bread, which is probably a good thing because you'll want to keep eating bread and lentils otherwise! The only, and very slightly, disappointing things were the desserts we chose. Don't get me wrong, they were beautiful and delicious, but they were served far too hot. The ice cream on top was already melting when they arrived at the table, but breaking into the hot exterior and releasing more heat turned it into a soupy, sloppy mess. The flavor was still fabulous, but this soupy texture didn't allow for appreciating its individual components. Had it been warm and not piping hot, it would have been perfect! The Chianti Riserva was good and only got better as it breathed. The Peroni was nice and cold. Everything was so good, we considered just eating there every night, but we decided we should see what else the city had to offer! Il Corso is already on our list of places to return to the next time we visit!

Palm Desert location. Hostess was clueless. Waiter very good. Meatball appetizer arrived half frozen. Specialty drinks were very good. Linguine with clams so very salty but excellent pasta. Overall, I will not return.

We had an amazing experience with Il Corso this past weekend. What initially was planned to be a dinner for about half our group turned into nearly taking over the entire restaurant. I loved how accommodating Il Corso was from the get-go. Once seated, we enjoyed a selection of appetizers and wine while determining our pasta dishes. While they were all "winners", I loved the Burrata. Portions were more than fair. Like the appetizers, the pasta dishes were all excellent as well. Cacio e Pepe was probably the table favorite, as it comes complete in a cheesebowl! I went with the Fettuccine alla Bolognese and did have food envy. That being said, the fettucine was cooked perfectly and like the apps, the pasta was portions appropriately. We finished with desserts. Them bringing out the dessert tray made picking easier (or harder since they all looked amazing). I went with the flan and did not share. Overall an excellent experience and one I'd be happy to repeat on a future trip to NYC. Check them out!

Maybe my favorite cozy Italian spot in the city. Have dined there so many times and never disappointed. The food is fresh (basic Italian fare), reasonably priced- and the service is top tier. The manager, Gennaro, is THE BEST! Attentive, engaged, and will always make sure you leave happy. As an Italian American that grew up on this kind of food, trust me this place is a Winner!

By far the best Italian food I've had since traveling to NY. I have been multiple times and now that I know of this place I'll make sure to come every time I visit. Our server Pablo was very knowledgeable of the specials/offers they had for the day, and as well on the regular menu. Thank you Pablo! Our food came out in order right on time. We started off with the croquettes, and the filling was so flavorful while the outside had a nice crunch. 10/10! We both went with pastas (we were craving something starchy after a long day at the zoo) and I couldn't say enough how much I fell in love with these dishes. So delicious!!! My dish had lemon zest and most people would say it's a bit overpowering but i love the taste of lemon. Our waters were never empty! I mean the man would come and fill up our drinks even if we took only one sip. Service on point! It is a smaller restaurant so don't be alarmed when you walk in and the Hoststand is right in front. Not much space to wait inside but make sure to do a reservation so you don't have to wait! We didn't have a reservation but I think we got lucky.

Food was great, but that's about it. Terrible to seat a large party by the door in the front where people coming and going hover over you and coughed on top of you. One group was waiting there for almost our entire dinner and was sitting on the floor spreading out inappropriately. Then busboy spilled one of our table's cocktails all over the table. Worst part--they did not comp the cocktail nor did they bring out a new one so we paid for a drink we didn't consume. Would not return.

Good Italian restaurant in midtown. Been here multiple times and it never disappoints. I love the lentils and fresh bread they give you to start. Ordered the fish special of the day (Chilean sea bass with shrimp and a side of sautéed spinach & mashed potatoes) and it was delicious. I always finish with the panna cotta as I believe it to be the best I've tried in the city. Lasagna is always a good choice here as well. Also, a great place for business lunch/dinners if you're in the area. Service is friendly and attentive.

Il Corso in Midtown is an Italian restaurant serving delicious pastas and exquisite service. We went on a Tuesday night for dinner and it was packed, which is a good sign for a relatively unknown Italian restaurant. We started with zucchini fritti and unbearably crispy Crocchette di Salumi e Formaggi. For pastas we sampled a variety of the menu including the fettuccine alla bolognese, lobster ravioli special, paccheri with pistachio cream and sweet sausage, one of the best lasagnas we've had in NYC and Cacio e pepe served in a cheese skirt bowl. Dessert was a gorgeous pistachio tart, chocolate cake and chocolate bread pudding. Il Corso flies under the radar (to our delight) and we dread the day TikTok exposes this gem

Ambiance and service we terrific. Knowledgeable waiter with great recommendations. Food was wonderful -- had the frito misto and two different pasta (they let you do a serving of up to two per person!). Great place that I would highly recommend!

Five years and one global pandemic since my initial review in 2018 -- and Il Corso continues to be as excellent it was the first time I went, and every time I've been since then. Returned this afternoon for lunch before a matinee at City Centre -- and there are some new faces, all of whom were just as lovely and good at what they do than the ones I first met in 2018. And the food? Just as excellent, with some of the desserts made right there on the premises (try the pistachio tart; the crust might just change your life!). One of my favorite restaurants in all of NYC.

Delicious, fresh, authentic Italian food. A group went for a business dinner and everyone enjoyed their meals. I personally had ravioli stuffed with osso buco in a truffle oil, cheese sauce. So good. One guest had dietary restrictions and the waiter was helpful in selecting the right meal. Low lighting which is soothing and friendly staff. Overall had a very positive experience and look forward to returning in the future.

Food is OK Ambience? Not so much.. looks more like a hotel restaurant inside - not a high-end more like a mid-tier chain. Service was good.

Lovely little Italian restaurant. Very courteous and attentive staff. Menu was explained well and various options provided. Gets busy pretty quick since it's close to the theater district. Lots of locals seemed to be around which is always a good sign. Our favorite was the Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia. So good, very rich and creamy but not heavy!!! Our kid almost it all himself!! Consider reserving a spot, makes your life easier since a lot of restaurants in the big apple are on the smaller size.

Flavorful dishes and amazing service, priced right in a quaint and beautiful space. Great choice for a birthday celebration or for a dinner out.

We were seated immediately in this lovely restaurant with white tablecloths. I was undecided about a wine choice so the waiter offered two samples! We ended up with a bottle of Sassania Alfa Rose. Rosé is not typically my choice but it was quite good. I had the Papardelle el Telefono which WAS DELICIOUS. I'm not a big pasta fan and am always looking for some really good pasta so I can experience what people rave about. This was it. Hubby had tortelloni with cheese and spinach and really enjoyed his meal too. Because everything else was so good, we ordered the chocolatissimo dessert. It was enough for two people and a perfect ending to a lovely meal.

I thought this was a nice place to eat. I rarely go out to eat by myself, but I felt welcomed by everyone and well it was my birthday (which I may have mentioned once or twice when I got there :) ) anyway...The manager even came to say hi and wish me a happy birthday, nice touch. A different take on bread was a little bowl of lentils, I liked it for the spice in it, nice change of pace from plain olive oil or butter. For food, I had the burrata and fried artichokes which was good. Then for main I had the Paccheri con Crema di Pistacchio e Salsiccia - very good, sausage, pistachios, creamy sauce...I don't eat pasta like this often but it was definitely worth the calories. And then a pistachio tart for dessert and they also brought me a cannoli with a candle - I thought it was a nice touch first the pistachio tart - which I was so excited to eat I forgot to take a pic but very good, sweet, but I love pistachios so it was a great end to the meal. The cannoli was good too, but I was so full I could only eat a little of it, but I definitely liked the flavor. I enjoyed my meal and would come back if I happen to be working in that area again.

High yield Italian Was gonna watch a Broadway show so stopped by here for din beforehand. Got the spaghetti di mare which was jam packed with fresh seafood. Also got the fungi which had an absolutely delicious sauce, creamy but not overpowering with a burst of truffle flavor. For dessert, they bring out a giant platter with sample desserts prepared so you can actually see what they look like. We went for the classic tiramisu and was not disappointed. Perfect end to the meal. Restaurant is fancy and cozy with a warm ambiance. Great place for a romantic get together. PSA: the sides are super high yield. Got a side order of brocolli rabe and asparagus and they were huge. Fresh and perfectly cooked/seasoned. Perfectly complimented our meal.

Absolutely incredible authentic Italian food. The Cacio E Pepe was the best I've ever had. And incredibly sweet and attentive servers. Very intimate restaurant and great for a date!

I wasn't super impressed when I walked in, ambiance is so so, but the pasta was truly amazing. I'm still dreaming of the lemon pasta! The sauce and consistency of the pasta were magnificent.

Really delicious Italian food! I came with a party of 4 and we all really enjoyed the food here. We got the Grilled Octopus and eggplant parmigiana to start. Both were seasoned so well and so delicious! For the mains, we got the Fettuccine Con Funghi E Prosciutto, spaghetti, fettuccine bolognese, and seafood pasta. All were excellent! They even gave us free sorbet for dessert. Service was great but a little slow. The inside was very cute and there was an outdoor patio as well.

I picked up an order of Pasta Bolognese togo tonight to have as a late night snack. It was very delicious, aromatic, moist and good quality. The meat gravy was very tasty n savory. The little carrot chunks went well with it. The noodles were very fresh and soft. One of the best bolognese I have had yet. Great service as well. I will re-visit this place when returning to NYC in the future.

Phenomenal spot for a nice Italian dinner. I'll start with I'm not Italian and I am a tourist here so that may mean much or nothing for those reviewing this but it is a nice small restaurant with a great menu. Personally I had the Squid ink risotto with scallops and it was amazing.