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Tarallucci e Vino NoMad
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Tarallucci e Vino NoMad
8.2
Vibes:
Girls Night Out Approved
Business Lunch Power Players
Happy Hour Hotspots
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Tarallucci e Vino’s NoMad location combines a bustling wine bar with a serious pasta program, pouring Italian bottles alongside rigatoni with six-hour short rib ragù and tonnarelli cacio e pepe. It works equally well for after-work aperitivo, long dinners and weekend patio hangs near Madison Square Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni with Six-Hour Short Rib Ragù, Cacio e Pepe Tonnarelli, Lasagna Verde
Scores:
Value: 6.4
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Wine-driven Italian café with serious housemade pastas and a busy patio.
Who should go: Wine lovers and groups wanting pasta near Madison Square Park.
When to visit: Golden-hour happy hour or later dinners on the patio.
What to order: Rigatoni short rib ragù, cacio e pepe, a shared bottle of red.
Insider tip: Hit the extended happy hour at the bar for the best value on drinks.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited and metered; garages nearby but expect $25–$40 in the evening.
Dress code: Smart casual—jeans and a nice top work, but many guests dress slightly polished after work.
Noise level: Moderate to lively—easy to talk at lunch, louder during happy hour and weekend nights.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, especially for patio seating.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or under 15 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—multiple pasta, salad, and small-plate options are naturally vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited—some pastas and sides can be modified, but not a full vegan menu.
Gluten-free options: Limited—primarily salads and a few adjusted mains; dedicated gluten-free pasta is not consistently available.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—lively but not chaotic, with wine-forward energy and a relaxed patio that keeps things casual and conversational.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes at lunch and early evening, but weekends and prime patio hours fill fast—bar seating is the easiest fallback.
Is it kid-friendly? Fine for older kids who enjoy pasta and calmer dining earlier in the day; it skews adult and social at night.
Best For
Better for: Wine-centric nights, aperitivo vibes, and casual-but-quality pasta near Madison Square Park with outdoor seating.
Skip if: You want a quiet, romantic low-noise dinner or a strictly formal, fine-dining Italian experience.
Tarallucci e Vino NoMad
8.2
Tarallucci e Vino NoMad is a stylish Italian café-wine bar hybrid where handmade pastas, charcuterie boards, and a deep wine list make for a low-lit, flexible date-night setting. The bright interior by day turns into a buzzy, glass-of-Barolo energy once the sun goes down.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio e pepe tonnarelli, Charcuterie and cheese board, Rigatoni with sausage
Scores:
Value: 6.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Wine-driven Italian spot equally suited to aperitivo or full dinner.
Who should go: Couples who care as much about wine as pasta.
When to visit: Post-work into evening for a lively, candlelit scene.
What to order: Cacio e pepe, a pasta special, shared cheese board.
Insider tip: Start at the bar for aperitivo, then move to a table for pasta.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No dedicated parking or valet. Street parking is limited and difficult after 6pm; paid garages within 1–2 blocks are the most reliable option.
Dress code: Smart casual to dressy. Jeans are fine if styled well, but many guests lean polished for date nights.
Noise level: Moderate to lively at night – you can still talk comfortably, but it’s not whisper-quiet.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, especially after 7pm
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or under 10 minutes
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – multiple pasta, salad, and small plate options are easily customizable.
Vegan options: Limited – a few vegetable-based dishes and salads can be modified, but not a dedicated vegan menu.
Gluten-free options: Limited – some mains and antipasti work naturally, but pasta substitutions are not always available.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes – it’s ideal for a first date if you want something stylish but low-pressure, with wine-focused energy and flexible ordering.
Can I get a table without a reservation? You can try walking in early in the evening or sitting at the bar, but peak dinner hours usually require a reservation or a moderate wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Daytime and early evening are fine for older kids who enjoy pasta, but it shifts to a decidedly adult, wine-bar atmosphere at night.
Best For
Better for: Wine-driven dates, stylish aperitivo culture, and flexible pasta-and-snacks nights that feel social without being formal.
Skip if: You want a quiet, romantic white-tablecloth dinner or large portions of classic red-sauce Italian at a lower price point.