Gennaro

This Italian Mediterranean restaurant has been a neighborhood fixture on the UWS for about 25 years, specializing in Southern Italian cuisine. The menu features antipasti such as eggplant rollatini and fried calamari, house-made pastas including pappardelle with lamb ragu and ricotta gnocchi, mains like seafood risotto, osso buco, and braised lamb shank, as well as classic Italian desserts. Daily specials often highlight seasonal ingredients and regional Italian recipes.

Gennaro is cash-only and does not take reservations, leading to frequent wait times during peak dinner hours. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. The kitchen accommodates vegetarian and gluten-free requests. Operating hours are dinner only, six days a week (closed Mondays). The wine list focuses on Italian selections, and corkage is allowed for a fee. Located at 665 Amsterdam Ave. (between 92nd & 93rd Street) 212.665.5348 gennaronyc.com