Sauce & Barrel

I had high expectations going in as I have heard this place was great. On entry the smell that hits you if amazing. It's just calling you to eat. In fairness to them the pizza is pretty good. But it's just not great and you can just get better, especially for the price. The sandwich was a let down, the bread was perfectly crisp but the filing was very bland and dry in places. It's hard to explain, I guess it was just boring. What the food lacked they did make up with the drinks. Hot spiked cider and hot chocolate went down a treat, and super tasty. Service was decent, very friendly and attentive when they don't forget your table is there 🤦🤷 but that was only when bringing us the check. So I guess the question is would I go there again......... I don't think so unless there was no other options. But this is NYC and even in the financial district you have options. Sorry Sauce & Barrel.

The Mac and Cheese is a must order, as is the spicy vodka rigatoni - yum, yum, yum. The burrata pizza is excellent, crispy crust, just the right amount of herbs, and fresh. The mussels were numerous, and perfect for an entrée as it comes with two big pieces of garlic bread. For appetizers, try the brussel sprouts, crispy, tender, they hit the right spot. Service at the restaurant is friendly, though you will have to seek their attention. We can't recommend Sauce & Barrel enough, and we'll be back!

Great place! There's lots of room here, music in the background and a lively atmosphere. The food was fantastic as well; I had Spaghetti & Meatballs, Caesar Salad, Fried Calamari and had a slice of pizza and thought it was all fantastic! Service was great as well, I forgot our servers name but he was really nice and helpful. The bartender did give us two free drinks as well (I forgot why but I think maybe she poured too much for another party on accident?).

Highly recommend! Short walk from the hotel we were staying at. We did make a reservation, but didn't seem like it would have been a long wait even if we hadn't. We chose to sit outside in our own private little area that was probably created due to COVID. It was REALLY nice. The service was great, the food came fast, and was delicious!! Everything was so fresh tasting, and cooked to perfection.

Went there for a lunch . We ordered Pizza and a pasta . Both of them were mildly spicy and tasted well . The five cheese pizza had a softer ricotta cheese making it even better . The place has a decent ambience.Service was quick. Also they had happy hour in afternoon in which you get 1 draft beer free on purchase of one. Nice Italian restaurant to try out in NYC.

We arrived around 1pm without reservation, but we still got the table for two immediately. We ordered squid ink tagliarini, Tuscan kale salad and S&B wings. They are all delicious! Especially for the squid ink pasta, it tastes really good and there are lots of shrimps and squids inside! Will definitely come back again!

Came here today for dinner with a couple friends. It’s across the street from our job so we’ve been here a few times, but todays the first time since the pandemic I think. I always got the pizza in the past so figured I would try their spicy vodka rigatoni today. It was really good, the pasta was a tad bit hard but not a big issue. We also got the arugula salad to share but I forgot to take a picture of that — delicious as well. We also got cocktails and they were delicious. My only critique is why does that happy hour END at 5pm?? It’s until 6pm at the bar but I remember in the past it being longer in the dining room. Seems counterproductive for a nice Italian spot in FiDi that attracts a lot of corporate patrons.

Made a 6 pm reservation for a party of 4 on a Wednesday. I arrived a bit early but they were still able to seat me first. I was going to wait for the rest of the party to arrive before ordering drinks, but then the waiter mentioned they had an all day Wednesday special for a $5 pilsner, so I went with that and it was light and refreshing. We all skipped apps and decided to go straight to the mains. I went with the classic spaghetti and meatballs, which I really enjoyed. However, I don't think it was worth $24 for a basic pasta dish like this. I tried my friend's spicy vodka rigatoni, and really liked that as well. Again, not sure it was worth $22. Another person had the squid ink tagliarini, which tasted super fishy. Service was great - everything came out timely, and both the hostess and the waiter were super nice. I think this might be a spot intended for tourists and Wall Street business people, and that's why they can charge such high prices for pasta. Even their happy hour ends at 6, so who can make that call time besides people who work nearby, and/or people who are on vacation? Don't get me wrong, most of the pastas taste great but you can definitely find the same great quality elsewhere in NYC for much cheaper. That being said, I'm glad I got to try Sauce and Barrel but I probably won't be back.