Barbuto
(Now Closed)Italian Restaurant, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$
West Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Wall Street Journal and Eater
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Chris SomersJanuary 18, 2014The chicken gets all the buzz, but so many great things on the menu ! Sit at the bar one night also - great vibe. Wish I can come more often !
If your table doesn't get at least one order of Waxman's amazing half chicken you have just made a BIG mistake
Berk KapiciogluAugust 20, 2014It's a great place to have dinner and sit outside. In the summer, it's best to reserve seating beforehand, as it gets crowded. I tried the chicken and it was a bit dry.
Kevin ThompsonMay 27, 2016Solid spot for a lunch / dinner in the summer. Lots of fresh air / sidewalk seating. Get a half order gnocchi and the roast chicken.
Lena GershkovichMay 14, 2016I know everyone talks about the chicken but not going to lie, the goat was much better! Also enjoyed the cauliflower salad and meatball.
Jennifer MaApril 5, 2014Pro-tip: get the side of potatoes with rosemary and pecorino. If you needed more convincing, they're DEEP FRIED.
Sarah NelsonMarch 2, 2012Favorite. Garage doors- open in summer. Roast chicken, pastas, desserts- every dish, every time has been perfection. All hail Waxman!
Great spot for Brunch in West Village not overly crowded at noon. Best item on the menu uovo al forno - baked eggs with polenta, creamed spinach, and Parmesan.
Have the fumo del mare while at the bar waiting for your table, the pollo al forno & potatoes for your meal, and the italian pudding for dessert. Can't go wrong!
Potatoes are to die for and gnocchi is always amazing. Great place to sit outside in the summer with the doors open.
Lisa EAugust 20, 2017When you order the Budino for dessert, ask for a side of breadsticks to enjoy the best pocky you've ever tasted.
Martin GattiSeptember 24, 2017Honestly... the chicken was dry, not organic look. Don't know why people say is the best. You need an extra side of oil to swallow it. Very good kale salad. Carbonara bucatini was very peppered.
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014Jonathan Waxman's roast chicken is well portioned for two. Share it, and start off with the duck liver bruschetta or one of their pastas.
LindsSeptember 18, 2016The gnocchi is always a great choice, no matter how it's prepared (always seasonal).
AmateurConciergeSeptember 17, 2014Seasonal menu makes it tough to tip but the calamari is great and more like a shrimp Caesar than a fritto. The spicy tequila drink was a miss
May HNovember 12, 2015the roasted chicken and the gnocchi are to die for, have olives and rocca salad for starters and enjoy the mixture of flavors
Anthony RotontoJuly 12, 2012If you don't get the gnocchi then shame on you for 6 months. I'm an italian and gnocchi snob and that was the best I ever had. Seriously!!!!
Ariel JJuly 26, 2012Amazing! Gnocchi, Bucatini w tomato onion & pancetta, Wild Striped Bass in Gazpacho, Skirt steak - yum yum yum. Desserts - even better; order one of everything - seriously.
Kiwi WangAugust 23, 2017Food is consistently a knock out but staff and service just as consistently underwhelming. Friendly, just... spacey and inattentive. Still worth the visit, just something to keep in mind :)- The Tastes that Make the CityJanuary 28, 2015The roasted chicken is the best chicken in NYC, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: NYC Edition." Read more
Jeff MelnykJanuary 8, 2015Exceptional!! The gnocchi with lamb sausage blew me away. So light and delicious. And the blood orange salad was perfection.
Adam RauscherApril 24, 2013The Pollo al Forno is one of the greatest dishes I have ever eaten in my entire life. And it's just roast chicken.
Penni BonaldiMarch 26, 2012...chicken... chicken... chicken... love the staff...and ask Fabian for the best wines... if I had a restaurant it would be Barbuto...
Florian BoujuJuly 26, 2013Food is absolutely delicious, but it's expensive, especially since the entrees come with no side. I ordered fish with fennel, but I'm still looking for the fennel. If you see something, say something!
Mike NickersonApril 12, 2016If you don't get the roast chicken, you're doing it wrong. Huge portion sizes and lively atmosphere. West Village fav.
Lenny GalloOctober 26, 2016They really do have one of the best roasted chickens in NYC. Also, don't forget the potatoes—they are crack.
Marie PorrasJuly 28, 2015Nice terrasse, friendly staff, really good food (any starters and the potatoes are my fav), over priced not that great wine. Overall nice experience.
Jesse LaneSeptember 12, 2018The cheese plate was great (in particular the bleu) as was the calamari salad. Pastas were good, but not amazing.
Get the chicken - it's juicy and so delicious every time! The ragu and brussels sprouts are must haves if they are on the menu as well.
Jessica HanDecember 30, 2015Relaxed, classy evening with good friends! Jonathan Waxman spent the night visiting various tables, making this a great neighborhood spot.
Sam PezzulloSeptember 4, 2013Great location, cool outdoor/indoor atmosphere, and good food. Try the steak and arugula salad for lunch. Simple and delicious.
Gianna NebbiaAugust 1, 2018They have perfected simple Italian food. A truly outstanding and unforgettable meal from start to finish
Liesbeth VMarch 21, 2016Trendy interior. Here you get great food as well, the mussels and the brick oven chicken are delicious
Andrea WolinetzFebruary 10, 2013Everyone knows how perfect Waxman's chicken is, but if you come here for brunch the Uovo al Forno is a must order. It's simply delicious!
Athena ChenAugust 26, 2013Amazing as usual...atmosphere, wine, food, service, and clientele never disappoints.
OliviaJuly 27, 2017Try the roast chicken, but feel free to share it, as it's literally a half of a chicken. And try the rigatoni
My favorite place. Been going for years. Best ever chicken w/ salsa verde & always order the gnocchi. Great atmosphere!
Aileen TseDecember 28, 2012best roasted chicken I've ever had. perfectly spiced with herbs. juicy meat and crispy skin!
Jason QuarisaNovember 2, 2017Pollo is outstanding! Best chicken I have ever had. Big portions. Be sure to order sides.
Luke ChuOctober 22, 2018Nice place , great service great place for a date!! The food is ok the drinks on the menu are a bit weird!!
Amy LanOctober 4, 2010Delicious eggplant topped bruschetta. The seasonal gnocchi is great. So is he sweetbread appetizer. Try the hazelnut chocolate chip ice cream sundae for dessert. The food is heavy but very satisfying
Melissa RogersJanuary 26, 2014Per Frank Bruni: a seasonal salad as an appetizer (go for the shaved brussels sprouts!), the roasted chicken as entree.
Bryan UJune 26, 2017The appetizers were delicious, wine selection was nice. The steak and chicken plates left a lot to be desired. Definitely expected a better meal considering how highly the waiter spoke of the food.
Gabi CarlosMarch 12, 2017Kale salad and gnocchi was amazing. Also the off-menu carbonara, although I prefer mine a little creamier
Rachel InksterDecember 8, 2013Fun & relaxing atmosphere! Great food & wine. The pollo al forno was absolutely delicious. Def coming back for more....
The kitchen can always make carbonara even if it's not on the menu. Always always always order this dish!- Brad LFebruary 4, 2013Chef/owner Jonathan Waxman started his career at Chez Panisse. Get the Pollo al Forno or the Pizza Cavolo (lunch only for pizzas).
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- Mon–Thu
- Noon–3:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–3:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- Noon–3:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–10:00 PM
(212) 924-9700
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