Cucina Alba

“I had a wonderful experience here for dinner with my friend. The interior design was so pleasing with a pink theme, countless monsteras, draped curtain ceilings, and curved couches. They had a coat check for our bags and coats which helped a lot because we went shopping before. Everything we ate tasted so good. We ordered the focaccia with whipped ricotta, charred octopus, and agnolotti black truffle fonduta. The focaccia was crunchy on the outside and soft and airy on the inside. The octopus was crispy and flavored well with lemon and garlic. The truffle pasta was very cheesy on the inside. Payment was easy via QR code on our phone and had a Bilt feature to have an optional discounted Lyft ride to our next destination. I was able to get dropped off at Brooklyn for very cheap, within Manhattan will probably be free. Service was attentive and considerate.”

“We stumbled upon this place late on a Sunday. The only tables they had were at the chef counter… but honestly, what a great experience that is! I would recc to anyone looking for something unique. I felt like I was in an episode of “The Bear”! We got the meatball, broccolini, and two pasta dishes. Everything was delicious, but the agnolotti pasta was amazing. Unlike anything we’d ever had before. It’s a must get if you go! The service was also wonderful and very well-timed.”

“Great night to sit outside and enjoy the evening… had a late reservation and got here 15 mins early and our table was all set and ready for us! Wasn’t sure what to expect and I’m very pleased at portions, price, atmosphere. Will definitely want to dine inside next time for the experience. Thank y’all!”

“My husband and I wanted to love this place, but so much was wrong… Our artichoke starters were lovely. However, we ordered the ‘for two’ pasta option as my main - which was more of a large portion for one person if hungry & my husband ordered the chicken. My pasta came out and after a while, I started eating as it was getting cold. We chased our server who lived on another planet and she kept saying my husband’s course was just coming. Whilst we waited, our drinks sat at the bar literally gathering dust - despite pointing it out to the server after about 10 mins of watching the ice melt and dilute the drinks :( After 30+ minutes (& me finishing my main) my husband’s main arrives. However, sitting & watching someone eat is just a bit awkward in that kind of setting - especially when charging $60+ for a large bowl of pasta! I told our waitress and she loosely apologised and claimed that the kitchen was busy. When we raised it with the floor manager, she very kindly offered the sides on the house. The meal was still $300+ so the gesture definitely made the experience feel less frustrating - but our server had zero experience and really soured our experience. Ps: The sauce with the chicken is so weird, it was a sweet sauce which totally overpowered the delicate chicken - not a vibe for us. This place has so much potential, but for the price and everything else on offer - I would go elsewhere.”

“My main complaint is that the solarium is three seasons - do NOT book it if you’re uncomfortable with the New York summer heat. I asked for an accommodation but the dining room was “fully booked” (with ~30+ seats empty at ~6:30 PM). Food is mediocre for its price and ratings”