Il Mulino

“The best Italian food of my life! I will be back in this lifetime and every lifetime after.. the service IMPECCABLE, the food UNBELIEVABLE & to top it off, it’s a vibe.”

“Il Mulino in the Village is old-school Italian dining at a level that most restaurants in this city cannot touch. Before you even order they bring out a spread of complimentary appetizers garlic bread fried zucchini chunks of Parmigiano that set the tone for what is about to happen. This kitchen does not hold back. The veal chop is enormous and perfectly prepared. The pasta with white truffle sauce is rich and aromatic. The osso buco falls off the bone with a flavor that tells you it has been braised for hours by someone who learned this from their grandmother. The room is intimate almost cramped but that is part of the charm. You are close to the other tables the energy is high the waiters are old-school Italian professionals who have been doing this for decades and know exactly how to take care of you. The wine list is deep Italian with bottles from every major region. I come here when I want a meal that feels like an event. Not a quiet dinner. An event. The kind of meal where you lean back after dessert and realize you just had one of the best dining experiences of the year. Il Mulino does not chase trends or seek social media attention. It serves extraordinary Italian food in a room full of people who know exactly where they are. That is enough. That is everything.”

“One of the most prestigious restaurants in New York. While you're there, you'll find American celebrities and their families, and even President Trump and his family are patrons. The restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, and the service is beyond compare. As a customer, you're treated like royalty. The prices aren't cheap, but it's worth it. 🌹🌹, especial thanks for Mr. Wyien ( the professional manager)”

“fantastic service and serving old school vibe. the service and vibe were perfect for date night. the food was very good but not so good to justify the cost. you go for the experience and i would go back but you can find equivalent and better pasta for lower prices elsewhere.”

“From the street the entrance is a bit obscure — you can barely see inside or get a sense of the atmosphere. Once you step in, a friendly lady (from Colombia) takes your coat, but after that you’re left to figure out what to do next. After standing there for a few minutes, I asked her where to check in, and she said to wait for the maître d’. While waiting, I watched the scene unfold: a very full restaurant with lots of busy waiters, all seemingly speaking Italian. It was actually fun to observe the lively, slightly chaotic atmosphere — very “Italian New York.” The guests were predominantly men, including two groups of around eight. When the maître d’ finally came over, he asked if I had a reservation. I said yes, but he couldn’t find it and gave off an air that he might not be able to seat us. He asked what time we had booked, and when I answered “a few hours ago,” he made it seem as if that was too last-minute. At that point we didn’t feel very welcome and even suggested coming back another day. But after searching by phone number, he found the reservation and ended up seating us, handing us over to a friendly waiter from Ecuador. We were quickly served some bread varieties and tasty small Italian bites. We asked the waiter for help with the wine list, but to be honest, he didn’t seem very familiar with it — disappointing as the list consists mostly of quite pricey Italian wines. We chose a mid-priced one at around $130. The nice waiter skillfully recited the specials (or the entire menu, I’m not sure), and I ordered the scallops wrapped in bacon and the rack of lamb. Both dishes were good. The place was packed and noisy, but that actually fit the New York/Italian vibe — more Little Italy than Greenwich Village. Overall, it’s a unique restaurant with lively energy, but $440 (ex tip) for two people for two courses each feels too expensive for the experience. Hence the 3-star rating.”