Welcome to Pulcinella, where the heart and soul of Italian cuisine come alive through tradition, craftsmanship, and passion. Named after the iconic Neapolitan character Pulcinella, our restaurant embodies the spirit of joy, spontaneity, and warmth—values that permeate every dish we create. Like Pulcinella, who represents the beauty in life.
We take pride in crafting an exceptional dining experience that celebrates the art of Italian cuisine. Our chefs prepare fresh, handmade pasta daily, ensuring every dish is infused with authenticity and care.
We look forward to welcoming you to our table, where exceptional flavors and memorable moments await.
Pulcinella is celebrated for handmade pasta and bold flavors, with pistachio pesto rigatoni, pappardelle with wild mushrooms, and a braised beef rib that melts in the mouth. The seafood shines in creamy linguine with clams and shrimp, while octopus and tuna tartare start meals with elegance. Antipasti boards, burrata, and other starters are frequently highlighted for freshness and balance, and pistachio tiramisu provides a memorable finish. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with an open kitchen and attentive service that makes guests feel at home. Located in Little Italy, it is a beloved stop for locals and visitors alike and is often described as a must visit for authentic Italian cooking and homemade pasta.
On Friday Feb 13 2025 I ordered the scallop appetizer & they were cooked to perfection, tasty with a savoury cream sauce for dipping & so delicious with the crusty bread. 😋 I then ordered the seafood linguine platter which was a generous portion of homemade pasta in a creamyAlfredo sauce garnished with fresh clams cooked to perfection, fresh shrimps that made my taste buds dance with unexpected texture & flavour that made me say 'Oh wow' & a delicious 6oz lobster tail topping the pasta. The cook on the pasta was al dente, perfect as everything else. The staff was attentive & friendly, the restaurant decor simple & elegant, while classic Italian opera songs played in a most pleasing & relaxing ambiance version. My friend also enjoyed her order of steak so much that she ate the whole 17-oz & surprised herself leaving nothing on her plate! There's so much more good to say! We were happy with our first experience there & I would certainly go again.
Ce restaurant italien est tout simplement incroyable. La nourriture est absolument délicieuse - des pâtes fraîches parfaitement assaisonnées, une sauce riche en saveurs & des ingrédients de grande qualité qui se goûtent à chaque bouchée.
Le service est tout aussi remarquable : chaleureux, attentionné & toujours avec le sourire. On se sent vraiment bien accueilli du début à la fin.
L'ambiance est conviviale & élégante, parfaite autant pour un souper en couple que pour une sortie entre amis.
Honnêtement, c'est un des meilleurs restos italiens que j'ai essayés. J'y retournerai sans hésiter! 🇮🇹❤?
Mar 23, 2026
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The pistachio pasta is excellent & so was the seafood. Beef bavette was nice as well. But their cheese cake was not good & I mentioned it to the waiter.
The staff are rapid & professional. Also the owner was present both times to oversee the service. Very nice & polite man.
The custom wine glasses are a beautiful touch but I wish they'd replace the Modello water glasses since the logo is fading.
Had a great Valentine's Day supper with my girlfriend here…saw the reviews & had to try it…& it didn't disappoint…will definitely have to come back eventually to try the whole menu…service was great too…big thank you to Sophia our waitress who was kind…would easily recommend this place!
Feb 27, 2026
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One of the best restaurant up to date. Better than the French resto tbh. I'm a bit surprised because didn't find any good Italian resto until this one. Each meat is cook to perfection. Tender, juicy & flavorful. The Lamb, the rabbit with the veggies & mash potatoes plus the pasta was amazing! You never tried real pasta if you didn't try this place first. Drinks are affordable & generous. The owner is really chill & payback too. Unlimited bread with focaccia. 🤤 It's so good. Don't eat too much or else you don't finish the main meal.
Feb 14, 2026
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Went there last night. We had not been here before & went entirely by the website reviews. Got there early (first ones). The reception was so friendly & staff were eating at the counter - which is a good sign & it smelled delicious. Everything was fantastic we felt like we had come across a hidden jewel & will definitely be back!!
Absolutely loved this place. The food was outstanding from start to finish, & the service was just as impressive-attentive, friendly, & never rushed.
We started with a beautiful Italisn antipasto & a tuna tartare that was fresh, well-balanced, & perfectly seasoned. For the main, the lamb shank was the star of the night-fall-off-the-bone tender, rich, & comforting, served on the creamiest mashed potatoes with perfectly cooked vegetables. You could tell it was slow-cooked with care.
& the dessert… wow. Hands down the best carrot cake I've ever had. Moist, flavorful, not overly sweet, & just indulgent enough to end the meal on a high note.
Overall, an amazing dining experience with high-quality food & excellent service. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to-& recommending to everyone.
The food was excellent. The Ragstoni Pistache was one of a kind. The service was excellent & the staff was friendly & very helpful. A restaurant to remember. That's Ralph. I'll be back !!!!
Cuisine exceptionnelle! les Flanc de Porc sont exquis! ca fond dans la bouche, le tartare est parfait! les Pappardelle Champignons Sauvages goûtent le ciel! on a ensuite suivi avec un plateau de grillades mixtes! ca ete le clous de la soirée! j'ai rarement eu l'occasion de goûter a d'aussi bon plats!
What a lovely surprise! We ended up there after searching on Google Maps, & we absolutely loved this restaurant. The dishes are amazing, & the service is top-notch. I had the gorgonzola gnocchi, & my boyfriend had the fettuccine with vegetables- we tried also the tiramisu pistacho :) Everything was excellent! I will definitely go back again soon
Excellent restaurant. La qualité de la nourriture en vaut le détour. Le Service est très agréable. L'ambiance est décontracté & chaleureuse. Le seul petit bémol est le bruit & la petite superficie du restaurant . Autrement rien à dire.
