If one had to select a couple of cuisines that Park Slope doesn’t need more of, one would be Japanese and the other would be Italian. Yet, here we are. This is Primo Atto, which is now open in the space formerly occupied by Cocotte. The menu looks interesting. It is a block from Villa Rustica, which opened about a month ago and a couple of blocks from the (unspeakably vile) Aperitivo which may serve some of the worst pasta in all of New York City, unless we it hit on a night when an 11-year-old was doing make believe restaurant in the kitchen. For a bit more on all the Italians on Fifth, click here.
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1 Jeremy // Nov 18, 2008 at 11:15 am
This is perhaps the BEST Italian restaurant I have eaten in New York City. The food is superbly presented and the tasted brought me back to my memories of Italy. This is a real treat for Park Slope and New York City. I highly recommend the pasta fagioili with mussels to start. The main course so far I had the homemade pappardelle funghi and the chicken scallopini…to die for. I have eaten all over this city and the atomosphere of this restaurant is warm and cozy. The hosts really make you feel like you belong and it really is the type of establishment where once you go back you’ll be known by name. Go to Primo Atto now before word gets out and you’ll have to wait on line forever to get in!!! Fantastic-FIVE STARS
2 Jay // Dec 3, 2008 at 7:09 am
authentic Italian, Guiseppe clearly cares if you are having a good time.
The pappardelle ai funghi was tremendous, noodles had perfect texture . Wine list is still limited, but they are very willing to help you make a decision. We’ll be back!
3 Diane // Dec 29, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Primo Atto is definitely a find. I am serious about food and I found this restaurant to be superb. It is impressive that the owners take pride in their work and enjoy their customers. That is an indication of their passion for food and people. The food is an experience both for the palate and for the eye. The ambiance is warm and elegant. We had a wonderful time and I plan to share the experience with my friends.
4 Ellen Murray // Jan 27, 2009 at 1:01 pm
Primo Atto Restaurant
337 5th Ave
Brooklyn NY 11215
This restaurant was a wonderful venue for a gathering of 62 family & friends of all ages (3 months to 91yrs) and pallets. We highly recommend Primo Atto for private parties if you want great food combined with very personable, cooperation from the owners.
Giuseppe, the host, and the wait staff were extremely helpful and flexible. The restaurant has a bar area with some tables, and a main dinning area. This was arranged so the whole party could mix and mingle initially, and then sit down to eat and talk.
When we arrived every thing was set up. We added balloons and flowers to decorate with assistance from the wait staff. Although we stayed over our designated time, there where no feelings of “being hurried” out the door.
The food was delicious and very fresh. Among the three appetizers, the standout was the marinated, cold, thin-sliced zucchini. The pasta course of penne was cooked to al-dente perfection, with great vodka sauce. Our guests had a choice among three entrees-veal, chicken or fish, which did not have to be designated ahead, was cooked to order and arrived in a timely manner. I really don’t know how they handled so many entrees at once. We also had a childs’ menu of pasta, fries and chicken fingers.
Although we provided the dessert, a sheet cake from A Rise Above Bakery, as an extra touch, Giuseppe put on a great performance making Flambé!