“Dollar for dollar the best Italian in the city” - Zagat Survey

“Located in a fine UWS nabe, expanded Gennaro serves some of the best and most affordable Italian food in the city. The braised lamb shank is impeccable, as are many of the pastas.” - Time Out New York

“It offers robust Sicilian fare at great prices.” - Passport to New York Restaurants

“You won't find better Italian food in this city at prices this low.” - Gourmet Magazine

“This is the ultimate definition of a neighborhood trattoria: no reservations, no pretensions, no disappointments.” - Wine Spectator

“He turns out lusty, full-flavored food that asks not so much to be admired as to be eaten.” - The New York Times

Awards:
“Best Affordable Italian” 1999 - Time Out New York
“GQ Golden Dish of 1997” for Stinco Di Agnello (Braised Lamb Shank) - Gentlemen’s Quarterly