Reviews for Impasto describe a consistently high quality Italian dining experience with delicious, well executed dishes such as porchetta with crispy skin, burrata, carpaccio, gnocchi, tagliatelle bolognese, and tiramisu, accompanied by a strong wine list and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Service is repeatedly highlighted as attentive, professional, and friendly, with guests noting effective wine recommendations and thoughtful pacing of courses; the terrace and interior ambiance are described as charming and European, making return visits likely. While portions are sometimes noted as small for the price, the overall experience is viewed as reliable, refined, and worth multiple visits.
Walked into Impasto just as lunch was winding down & was greeted with warmth. I got a lovely table by the window, perfect for soaking in the ambiance. Service? Flawless. Attentive without being intrusive.
I started with the minestrone, rich, hearty, & full of flavour, followed by the porchetta, which was nothing short of spectacular. Perfectly crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside, & beautifully plated over creamy beans & greens. A balanced dish in every sense.
Wines by the glass were decent, & the prices across the board were very reasonable for the quality. Between the food, the service, & the setting, this is a top-tier spot in Little Italy. No complaints, just compliments.
We arrived early, just before 6, & we were the first customers. However within the hour every seat was full.
The staff was extremely friendly & helpful, with food & drink suggestions.
We came prepared for a lot of food & we were not disappointed. We started with a plate of olives, salami, & mozzarella cheese. The salami was cut paper thin & delicious.
Next we split a green salad. The greens were fresh & the dressing was just right.
Next we split a plate of spinach ravioli with tomato sauce. The flavor was delightful.
Finally the main course. We each had a fish dish, one halibut & one sea bass. The portions were generous, the fish was perfectly cooked, & the sauces were great.
Our server suggested wine pairings that were enjoyable.
We also had cannolis for dessert. They were light with flaky crust & just right.
Overall a great experience. We will definitely return.
Very delighted by my experience! Excellent Branzino, gnocchi & a succulent tiramisu. The ingredients are fresh, the taste great & the presentation perfected!
The service was attentive & perfect!
The food quality & service were great, but the portions were quite small. For an italian place, it's rare that we leave still hungry especially after spending well over 250$ for 2 people... Price/portion ratio wasn't really worth it in the end. I don't mind paying that much, but I would expect much better portions for what we paid.
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Un presque sans faute!! Negroni pour l'apéro suivi d'une entré de crevettes & pieuvre(un pur délice) puis poulet picatta un autre gros wow!! Portions généreuse, service impeccable ! Je le recommande & j'y retournerai avec grand plaisir!
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Mar 21, 2025
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On a pu finalement y aller après 9 mois, car on avait toujours la misère à réserver une table !
Je recommande fortement! Les repas & leur vin sont fabuleux.
Amazing food & great service. Staff is very kind & provides a spectacular overview of the menu, which lead me to instantly knowing what I want to eat. Amazing !!!!
