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Cacio e Pepe Downtown, New York, NY
Cacio Pepe - Cacio e Pepe Downtown, New York, NY
Cacio e Pepe Downtown, New York, NY
Cacio e Pepe Downtown, New York, NY
Cacio e Pepe Downtown, New York, NY

Cacio e Pepe Downtown

4.1
4.1
1490 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Consistently excellent, this East Village gem is known for innovation and excellence in Roman cuisine. While Chef Salvatore Corea creates a seasonal menu, partners Alessandro Peluso and Giusto Priola note that Cacio e Pepe remains faithful to its signature namesake dish: home-made pasta brought to your table and spun in a wheel of pecorino cheese, then dusted with a flourish of pepper. Voted a ‘Critic’s Pick’ by New York Magazine, Cacio e Pepe is celebrated by reviewers as a classic Italian restaurant with a sense of style: A 50-seat garden is set behind the main dining room, there is al-fresco dining out front, and waiters with superior wine knowledge help you select the perfect beverage accompaniment to your meal. The mystery remains whether it is the garden, the cuisine, or the service which lifts Cacio e Pepe above and beyond its peers on the NYC restaurant scene. The answer, however, may best be expressed in French: It has that je ne se qua.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Salvatore Corea
  • Private party facilities
    The entire restaurant is available for buy-outs. We are happy to accommodate smaller groups of all sizes for special events. Please contact Christine for further information. 212.505.5931 or at info@cacioepepe.com
  • Neighbourhood
    East Village
  • Cross Street
    Between 11th and 12th Streets
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L train to 3rd Avenue and 6 train to Astor Place.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,490 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Contemporary Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cacio e Pepe Downtown offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." The highlights include their signature Cacio e Pepe pasta, served in a cheese wheel, and a charming backyard patio. Friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere make it "a favorite" for locals and visitors alike.
1,490 Reviews
  1. John

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to get tableside Cacio E Pepe so this was an obvious choice. Upon arrival, the staff was very friendly and good items on the menu. We got the salad and meatballs to start, which were very good. When the main course came out, it was already prepared in the bowl of cheese, so it was a little disappointing. It was not mixed at the table, but still good food, would recommend. 

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    Caribbean4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal and service! Such a cute little spot for dinner and drinks

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  3. richard VIP

    New Mexico44 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice, not great, but a fabulous value. Perfect if you want a “decent “ meal without spending a fortune. Especially the wines, many in the 40-50 range.

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  4. Laura

    New York City12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I eat cacio e pepe (the dish) in a lot of places and this is one of the best. Perfect fresh spaghetti and served from a wheel.

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  5. João Otávio

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had a reservation and had to wait up to 30 minutes.

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  6. Judy

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience- food was amazing and so was the service. Highly recommend for Cacio e Pepe - table side in a large cheese wheel.

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  7. Yael

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was very kind and the food was delicious ! I would come back for sure

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  8. Jose

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was undercooked, service was mediocre at best and we were seated in a really cold area. Do not recommend at all.

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  9. Paul

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible food, it lived up to all expectations!

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  10. philip

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Unique menu, excellent service, definitely going back !!

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Cacio e Pepe Downtown is rated 4.1 stars by 1490 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Cacio e Pepe Downtown

182 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 11th and 12th Streets
  • Neighbourhood
    East Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    L train to 3rd Avenue and 6 train to Astor Place.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX
  • Executive Chef
    Salvatore Corea
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The entire restaurant is available for buy-outs. We are happy to accommodate smaller groups of all sizes for special events. Please contact Christine for further information. 212.505.5931 or at info@cacioepepe.com
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