Basso56

Mike B. 

on Citysearch

13 years ago

Wonderful experience and great atmosphere! – We were a party of six. We had a reservation at 8PM and got there a couple of minutes early. We were seated immediately at a table waiting for us. The waiter was extremely knowledgeable and gave us the list of specials. We ordered appetizers and I had the scallops and my wife had the fried callimari. Both were fresh and favorable! Some of the best scallops I have tasted. The dinner. I had veal marsalla and wife shared the Branzino and salmon with her friend. They both said it was ... read more

EpicureanNYC 

on Citysearch

14 years ago

Not great – Yes, Basso 56 is an okay restaurant, but not always consistent. The fish is okay, aside from the occasional worm. I found a live red worm in my cod the final time I ate there. I was startled and let out a slight scream, but the manager was not accommodating-- they were irritated!! I walked out, but they charged us for everything before we left. Including the fish with the worm in it! It is by far the worst managed restaurant I have ever patronized in Manhattan. I live in the neighborhood and had been a regular at... read more

babubbie 

on Citysearch

14 years ago

Always a Safe Bet; Always Good – This is a the restaurant that is always the safe bet: No matter who the company is or what their tastes are, Basso56 will always please... Reasons not only include exceptional food prepared and supervised by a seasoned, authentic-Italian, in-kitchen chef, but also boasts a wine list and desert menu that is perfectly merchandised and dish-paired-too. The staff are accommodating and, carefully doting ensuring client satisfaction. Each member of the wait staff are gifted with character and appro... read more

jayGeorge 

on Citysearch

14 years ago

Midtown retreat – If you, like I, are put off going to this place due to the "okay at best" review left by NYC Designer Girl, please take the time to read this review for a much less ego-driven perspective. Anybody that finds it reasonable to go by that moniker doesn't garner much stock from me when it comes to reviewing restaurants. Rant over... Here's my take. My date and I got here a little later for our meal, and they were very accommodating. Once we were seated, I took in the space and got a feel for the environment. Ve... read more

Foodnyc 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Food, ambiance, service was AMAZING – The service was amazing, our waiter's name was Silvio and he was very attentive as was all the waiters. He told us the specials and was very nice and patient. The food was so delicious. We had the best crabcake for appettizers. I would recommend this dish to everyone. I then had the shrimp pasta and it was so fresh. The dessert was amazing as well. I have no complaints. Our table was cleared for each meals we ordered and received new silverwares. I will definetly go back!! 

NYC Designer Girl 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

okay at best – Basso is great for a quick casual meal. The atmosphere is not romantic, as it's just plain decor. The crabcakes are great. So are the lambchops, but the fish is not always fresh, and occasionally, there is a fishy smell to it. I also feel it's overpriced for what it is. But I dine out every evening, and I sometimes prefer a more casual atmosphere, which this is. Recently a patron found a worm in his fish, which really horrified me, as I was at the next table. 

G004 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

The Best Service and food – I have been to this restaurant twice and every time I have been there,the service is bar none "THE BEST". They make you feel as though you are part of the family to which they wait on you hand and foot. Exemplary Service. The food and presentation is wonderful as I have tried different dishes and they always have made me yearn for more. Wonderful location, with a quaint feeling to it, even if others may feel it is too small. On a scale of 1 to 10 scale I would give Basso 56 a 100!!!!! 

ALPINEFUNDS 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

AMAZING – my family and friend had a great dinner experience at BASSO the staff was friendly and accomodating. The food was amazing from the ossobucco spcial to the gnocchi and pasta dishes. It was a real at home feeling. higly recomed. 

lisanadyy 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

absolutely delicious! – Absolutely delicious! The interior of the restaurant is the romantic and you feel you have escaped city life and are in another place. I had the 3 course meal. I cannot describe how delicious each plate was, especially the grilled salmon, I didn't want it to end! The staff was all very attentive and professional. Definitely recommended for any occasion.