We were able to get a seat right away and the service was excellent. We felt very welcomed and the food was outstanding. We were all very pleased with our meals and drinks, and the prices were very reasonable. This is a fun place to eat and bring the family.

The house specialty is Linguini Sinatra with a half lobster, shrimp, clams, pinolli, and mushrooms. They have an excellent Italian and American wine list, with wines ranging in price from $22 to $350. Dessert specialties include the homemade tiramisu, Italian cheesecake, and chocolate cake of the day.

I've been frequenting Pellegrino's for at least five of my 6 1/2 years in NYC.

This restaurant serves high quality meals made with the freshest ingredients and will cook whatever you wish (off the menu) as long as they have the necessary components. Favorites include a custom-selected antipasto (bufalo mozzarella, prosciutto, white bean salad, roasted peppers and provolone), chicken scapariello and either filet mignon entrees. Seafood specialities are also very popular. Service is friendly and attentive.

Avoid other Little Italy tourist traps such as La Mela (dirty, disgusting and overpriced, yet always packed with tourists due to the "unique" family style service concept) and seek out the best including Pellegrino's, its sister restaurant Il Palazzo and Da Nico (great for budget-conscious groups), all in the same two block area.