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Lil' Frankie's, New York, NY

Lil' Frankie's

4.7
4.7
807 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Italy's neighorhood pizzeria's are known as really casual places to hang out, meet friends, eat, drink and talk. Lil' Frankie's is just that. We offer real Neapolitan pizza, made exactly as it's made in Naples, fresh handmade pastas cooked to order, a wine and grappa list that rivals any in the city, and friendly (never pushy) service - all in a setting designed to make you feel at home.

Our brick, wood burning, oven was handcrafted by a 3rd generation Neapolitan oven builder, brick by brick. It features real lava from Vesuvio and through a unique double dome design, recycles heat to reach near 900 degrees.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 am Sun 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 420-4900
  • Payment Options
    Cash Only
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Frank Prisinzano
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining rooms that can sit up to 18 and 75 guests. We offer two different pre-fixe menus and bar packages.

What 807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lil' Frankie's offers a vibrant East Village dining experience with "fantastic" and authentic Italian cuisine. The lively atmosphere and "absolutely impeccable" service make it ideal for group gatherings. Enjoy their renowned spaghetti limone and a wonderful wine list in a cozy, cash-only setting. A true neighborhood gem for memorable nights!

807 Reviews
  1. Charlton

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service glad we made reservations though. Food was delicious love the authentic Italian cuisine and atmosphere the staff was pleasant and friendly thank you so much

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  2. Heather

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to go in NYC. The spaghetti limone is amazing!! 🍋🍋

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  3. Noa

    New York City

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was good. However, we ordered appetizers and entrees and were served the entrees while still working on our appetizers. That gave us the feeling of rushing us out - we were done within 45 minutes after seating. Food was good, nothing ground breaking

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  4. Christie

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and amazing atmosphere! Small place but lively

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  5. Christine

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lil Frankie’s is the best. I have been going there for almost 20 years. Spaghetti Limone is outstanding!!! Love Frank!!! Music is always great. Try the Lil Frankie’s Margarita! Perfection

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  6. Scott

    Yorkshire

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely amazing experience on every level! Having travelled from England and booked a while ago the expectations for this place were high and it didn't disappoint. From the second we walked in, it was clear that Lil' Frankies would be a night to remember. The restaurant was buzzing. The atmosphere was loud and friendly, with people clearly having a great time (and this was a Monday night!) We were shown to our table, which was at the back of the place, by friendly staff and were able to soak up the atmosphere before our drinks arrived. The food was absolutely knock out. We had a slice of roasted garlic bread and bruschetta to start and they were both so good and packed with flavour. For mains we had a pizza and the lasagne from the specials menu. I had hoped to have room for a banana split, but that wasn't happening as I was so full. There were a few negative reviews that I'd read when I was planning my trip, but I'm glad I ignored them. Lil' Frankies was a 5 star experience in every way and has given myself and my wife a really memorable experience that will last with us for a long, long time. Amazing atmosphere, food, value and service all go to make Lil' Frankies a place I would return to again.

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  7. Sara

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little spot for late night eats! Sat at the bar and our bartender was wonderful. Food was very good, the ambiance even better. Local spot with regulars who were warm and welcoming.

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  8. Olivia

    Manchester

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the UK, came for a lovely dinner with my sister. Service was attentive & friendly. Pasta was so tasty and large portion. Great value for money. Definitely one to add to the list when visiting NYC! Loved it! We will back on our next trip!

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  9. Ozzie

    New York City

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lil’ Frankie’s is a true East Village gem. The food is fantastic every time—authentic, flavorful, and just what you need for a great night out. The service is relaxed yet attentive, fitting the neighborhood vibe perfectly. They have a wonderful wine list, and I love that they stay open late into the early morning hours. If you’re in the area and looking for a spot with great food and an even better atmosphere, this is it!

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  10. Francesca

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was 10/10, we had large group with prefixed menu and the portions were perfect, we even had food left over! Love this place and will always recommend it to friends and family.

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FAQs

Lil' Frankie's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 420-4900.

Lil' Frankie's is rated 4.7 stars by 807 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
19:00
Booked 30 times today

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Google Map for Lil' Frankie's

19 First Avenue, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Area
    East Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 am Sun 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Cash Only
  • Executive Chef
    Frank Prisinzano
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (212) 420-4900
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining rooms that can sit up to 18 and 75 guests. We offer two different pre-fixe menus and bar packages.
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