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bär-bō-nē

186 Ave. B, New York, NY, 10009
nr. 12th St.
212-254-6047

9.0 "Highly Recommended"
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Food: 9.2
Service: 8.4
Décor: 8.6
Value: 9.0
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Excellent food, beautiful space, terrible service

nycprof from 10458 | Posted on 4/26/09

Overall Rating: 8 (Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 10
Service: 2
Décor: 10
Value: 8

While the food and the outdoor garden are amazing, I had a problem with the attitude of the staff. From the second we sat down, it was clear that they were rushing us through the meal. Whenever we hesitated and tried to slow things down, the waitress actually said, "It's Saturday night." While that might be understandable under different circumstances, I should point out that there were a number of empty tables in the garden space and that the ENTIRE front room was empty. It was a disappointing down side to an otherwise terrific meal. If you're not expecting a leisurely meal, I would highly recommend them.

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8 out of 14 people found this review helpful.

ABSOLUETLY AMAZING

towens from 10080 | Posted on 5/13/08

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

I have lived in the city for nearly 5 years and acquired several favorite spots; this is at the top of my "100% guaranteed great meal" list. The food is simple and fresh - all pastas are homemade on-site each morning with the exception of the spaghetti and linguini. My favorite dishes are the asparagus fries and red beet gnocchi. The homemade cheesecake mascarpone is out of this world. The owner, Alberto, is a true gentleman and caters to his diner's needs. We've taken our parents, relatives, friends and acquaintances with us to Bar Bone and have always had a fantastic time and meal. You will truly not be disappointed.

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16 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

Absolutely accomodating

somenotesonnapkins from 10003 | Posted on 3/9/08

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 9
Service: 10
Décor: 8
Value: 9

We went there last night and didn't have reservations ended up eating at the bar and more people joined us unexpectedly they pulled up chairs--- did whatever they could to accommodate! wine recommendations were great and the bartender was extremely nice. Great food, service, and wine!!

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28 out of 52 people found this review helpful.

Wine Lovers, Food Lovers

Alexanderliu81 from 10002 | Posted on 8/18/07

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 8
Value: 10

The service is great and the wine selection is amazing. The owner is generous and he knows how to take care of his customers. Great place!

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80 out of 170 people found this review helpful.

Best new Italian in East Village

clements88 from 10009 | Posted on 6/25/07

Overall Rating: 7 (Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 7
Service: 10
Décor: 7
Value: 8

This is definitely one of the best restaurants to come to the East Village in a long time. I love all the slightly-divey $12-entree Italian joints, but Barbone takes it up a notch. This is a nice restaurant. The food is very high quality, the atmosphere is very pleasant and the service is excellent. I've eaten here 5 times and it's been extremely consistent. The owner has studied with some of the best chefs in the world and takes his cooking very seriously. plus, he's extremely friendly and always comes over to say hi and chat with the table. As for the atmosphere, the inside is very warm and quietly sophisticated. And there's a beautiful outdoor patio which is perfect on a summer night. I've taken my girlfriend and my parents here and they all love it. We've tried almost everything on the menu and it's all fantastic.

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115 out of 237 people found this review helpful.

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