John's of 12th Street

5.9/10Italian

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People go for the old school room more than the food. The ragu and the get the most love, and the vegan menu is a real one, not an afterthought. Plenty of others say the food is bland and the is nothing special. Skip the butter sauce dishes, a few people found them inedible.

302 E 12th St, New YorkEast Village, ManhattanGoogle Maps

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  • replying to u/Ok-Bumblebee-9282: Not trying to gatekeep but only people who had it in the late 2000s or earlier can say they actually had Di Fara, I grew up in the neighborhood so maybe my opinion is biased but the square from them back in their prime was and still is unbeatable for those who remeber it well, I love pizza and have eaten so much from all the popular spots around NY but the original square will always have a place in my heart. The route the family have taken going nationwide is sickening but I don't let it ruin the OGs reputation

    We ordered the Fettuccine Alfredo and Ragu and Pappardelle. Both were no bueno..the former too salty and the latter too sweet (ended it kinda mixing the two btwn us).. Service was also meh.

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  • replying to u/nihtastic: John's of 12th St., very kid friendly 

    John’s of 12th St would be perfect for you guys. Excellent, not touristy, and reasonably priced for NYC.

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  • replying to u/nihtastic: John's of 12th St., very kid friendly 

    The food is good. Good atmosphere.

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