For pasta, the Tagliatelle with lamb shank ragu and fresh ricotta cheese is a standout. If you prefer seafood, the Branzino, a sautéed Mediterranean sea bass with leeks, shiitake mushrooms, and blood orange, is excellent. And for dessert, the Pizza alla Nutella from their wood-burning oven is a unique choice.food
Paolo Alavian, who co-owns the restaurant with Antonia Alavian, has been serving classic Italian cuisine at this 200 Spring Street location for over two decades. He rechristened the space Altesi Downtown after the success of his Upper East Side restaurant, Altesi Madison.story