Phone: +12122748881
Address: 55 E. Houston St., New York 10012, 10012-2712, United States
City: New York
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 6481
Website: https://www.EmiliosBallato.com
"This place is definitely an experience! I'm not a huge marinara fan, and my mom doesn't like tomato sauces. This was our first time being in an area to try authentic Italian food. They had specials, but we kept it simple. Two of us got the spaghetti and meatballs, and my mom got the pasta that had zucchini in it. Our plates were almost licked clean! We shared the charcuterie app and ate that clean, too. My only complaint and not really a complaint is that when we got the check, we were charged for two charcuterie apps. If we ordered it by accident, I had no problem paying it, I mean, we ate the whole thing. Turns out since it was 3 of us, they charge two charcuterie plates and made the plate a larger portion, so if it was 2 of us, it would have been 1. It would have been nice knowing only because we would have gotten two different appetizers. Either way, the food was great, the service was great, and the experience was great. One thing I was fascinated by and enjoyed watching was that after they would let someone sit down, they locked the door. I'm assuming to keep people from walking in and crowding. It lets everyone in the restaurant enjoy the experience. It's a super small restaurant. We got there maybe 20 minutes after opening, and it was almost full. Considering people kept coming, I don't think one or two angry customers getting locked out will make a difference."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Pasta
Penne
Creamy penne pasta tossed with rich tomato sauce and a sprinkle of fresh basil, served with grated parmesan.
Ravioli
Pasta pockets filled with ricotta and spinach, served in a rich tomato sauce.
Linguine
Linguine pasta served with a light sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Pasta And Beans
Hearty pasta combined with creamy beans in a savory tomato sauce, seasoned with herbs and garlic.
Spaghetti Meatballs
Classic spaghetti with savory meatballs, rich tomato sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Salads
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze.
House Salad
A fresh mix of leafy greens, crunchy vegetables, and optional dressing for a light, healthy choice.
Arugula Salad menu
Fresh arugula tossed with zesty lemon vinaigrette, topped with shaved Parmesan and crunchy pine nuts.
Dessert
Cannoli
Crispy pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta, chocolate chips, and garnished with powdered sugar and pistachios.
Cheesecake
Creamy, rich cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, sweet topping.
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Octopus And Orzo
Tender octopus served with flavorful orzo, combining Mediterranean ingredients for a delightful seafood dish.
Meat Dishes
Meatballs
Juicy meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce with herbs, served with crusty bread for a hearty meal.
Insalate
Chicken
Chicken Parm
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served with pasta.
Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian dish with breaded chicken breast, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, served over pasta.
Entrées
Main Courses
Vegetarische Pizzen (Klein)
Beef Dishes
Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon: A tender, juicy cut of beef, often grilled or pan-seared, served with your choice of sauce and sides.
Fish Dishes
Fish Of The Day
Freshly caught fish seasoned and grilled to perfection, served with a side of seasonal vegetables.
Veal & Beef Dishes
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded veal cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, served over a bed of pasta.
Veal
Secondi
Pesce (Fish)
Fischgerichte Aus Dem Meer
Chicken Dishes
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served with pasta.
Pasta - Spezialitäten
Appetizers – Starters
Antipasto Della Casa
House antipasto with a selection of Italian meats, cheeses, olives, and marinated vegetables.
Susanna
Waited 2hrs outside for the table but we had a good time.
Address
Reviews
Lisa
Love this place. Fantastic food and very authentic. Went for our Holiday Party. Wonderful!
Gregory
Hands down, my absolute all time favorite restaurant in the world! The food and the experience is 5 stars!
Gianna
This is so much more than your “average suburban Italian spot” like some other reviews have suggested. Suburban Italian restaurants WISH. Ok but for real the food, the vibe, the wine are all awesome. Get there before 5 to avoid a long wait. You won’t be sorry. View menu
Maria
It’s worth it. It’ll love it up to everything you’ve heard, every reel you’ve seen and every friend that’s raved about this spot, it’s just that good. Old school classic Italian done to perfection. Just know you’re in for a long wait if you don’t have some sort of connection to a reservation. *The veal Milanese with vodka sauce is pricey but so delicous.
Francisco
To be honest, I was pleasantly surprised by Ballato. When I researched this place a while back, I was looking forward to the food, the traditional New York Italian dishes, big portions, lots of sauce and cheese, and a great wine selection. Ballato met all of this on paper. The part that I was not to interested in, was the celebrity appeal and factor. So decided to go in off peak hours, about 3pm. This was a really good time, because you could tell it was more of the local crowd and not so much the tourist type. Despite having all of the celebrities framed around me on the walls, I still felt like I was in a mob movie. The food and wine was great, I definitely enjoyed the experience and I thi...
Madison
Cute homie feel, good restaurant wouldn’t wait hours in the rain for it. But overall pretty good food. Some of the dishes needed seasoning. Love the photos of the celebrities, but some didn’t know the name could’ve cleared some wall space. Apparently Taylor Swift went there recently, which was the main reason my dad was so appealed to this. But what is Taylor Swift really know about food? She’s the highest paid Pop artist but I’ve never heard anything about her taste in food. I mean she’s super skinny and she’s from Wisconsin I’m not convinced. But overall. If you’re looking for an Italian and it’s not raining and you’re willing to wait, I would attend but do not get the pork chop. It was no... View menu
Jolie
we had a nice dinner, eating tasted nice, although it would be considered overpriced. for the starter we have mixed antipasti beautiful, but not amazing, it would not classify the price worth. I had a really nice fish of the day with mush and beautiful sauce really enjoyed it. the 2nd porn we had was baked chicken alla parma enjoyed it during the first few bites, but it was too rich to be too much cheese and no sweet or any side to go. the service was mixed. the waiting time was a bit too long, but once ordered, the timing of the waiter was perfect. our experience was interrupted 2 times by the owner who was extremely rude to his personal loud and in front of all diners. that gave us the fee...
Yu
Decent experience with considerable waiting time… perhaps still good to try out this restaurant where many celebrities have been visited such as Barack Obama, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, etc. Arriving at 5:20 PM on a Friday, my friend and I were met with a considerable line of 20+ people. While the staff diligently communicated the potential wait of one to two hours, we were seated at a table for two around 7:45 PM. We tried crispy rosemary potatoes and zucchini fries for our appetizers, both appetizing choices. The chicken parmigiana stole the show, arriving as a generous portion adorned with flavorful tomato sauce, ample mozzarella, and parmigiana cheese undeniably the highlight of our meal. Re...
Jasmine
This place is definitely an experience! I'm not a huge marinara fan, and my mom doesn't like tomato sauces. This was our first time being in an area to try authentic Italian food. They had specials, but we kept it simple. Two of us got the spaghetti and meatballs, and my mom got the pasta that had zucchini in it. Our plates were almost licked clean! We shared the charcuterie app and ate that clean, too. My only complaint and not really a complaint is that when we got the check, we were charged for two charcuterie apps. If we ordered it by accident, I had no problem paying it, I mean, we ate the whole thing. Turns out since it was 3 of us, they charge two charcuterie plates and made the plate... View menu
Categories
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Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
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Pasta Delight in our selection of classic and contemporary pasta dishes, each crafted with fresh, quality ingredients and flavorful sauces that capture the essence of Italian cuisine in every bite. View menu
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Salad A delightful assortment of vibrant salads, featuring fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and savory toppings, drizzled with our signature dressings for a refreshing and wholesome meal experience.
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Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
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