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Carbone Restaurant

4.3(2,674)
Italian Restaurant
About

Carbone offers a high-end take on classic Italian-American dishes in a retro-glam setting on historic Thompson Street. The space blends burgundy leather banquettes, gold accents, and polished marble with vintage Italian movie posters, creating an intimate yet lively atmosphere.

The menu highlights signature dishes like spicy rigatoni and Mario’s meatballs, crafted with top-quality ingredients and rooted in traditional Italian flavors. Carbone’s attentive service and distinctive ambiance make it a standout choice for business dinners and client entertaining in New York City.

Best for
  • Client dinners with classic NYC Italian flair
  • Intimate team celebrations in retro-glam setting
  • Upscale dining for small executive groups
Standout features
Retro-glam Italian-American dining room
Design
Retro-glam Italian-American dining room
The original Carbone space channels mid-century New York with burgundy leather banquettes, gold accents, polished wood, and marble. Vintage Italian movie posters and art deco lighting create a nostalgic yet sophisticated atmosphere.
High-end takes on classic red-sauce Italian fare
Cuisine
High-end takes on classic red-sauce Italian fare
Chef Mario Carbone’s menu honors Italian-American traditions with elevated dishes like spicy rigatoni vodka, Mario’s meatballs, and tiramisu, all crafted from top-quality ingredients reflecting his Queens upbringing and Italian roots.
Historic Thompson Street setting in NYC’s Little Italy
Location
Historic Thompson Street setting in NYC’s Little Italy
Located in the former home of the classic red-sauce restaurant Rocco, Carbone’s neon sign pays homage to the neighborhood’s culinary past while offering an electric dining experience in a storied New York City enclave.
At a glance
Location & hours

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181 Thompson Street
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Hours
Sunday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm
Monday5 – 11:30pm
Tuesday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm
Wednesday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm
Thursday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm
Friday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm
Saturday11:30am – 2pm, 5 – 11:30pm

Rated 4.3 on Google · 2,674 reviews