Floribella — Restaurant in New York

This restaurant is one of the few remaining classic NYC fusions, with true authenticity to both Italian and Ecuadorian cuisine. Floribella has the most delicious eggplant parmesan I've ever tasted; it's the thinnest crispiest eggplant with an amazing tomato sauce and lots of cheese. One order always a large enough portion to take leftovers, and the kind servers always add a scoop of sauce when I take the rest to go. Floribella is a rare find, where the chef and servers actually care about your experience, and always deliver the highest quality. My husband and I are now regular customers; it feels like that Italian restaurant that Olympia Dukakis goes to in Moonstruck, where it's a true neighborhood staple and the consistent professional service is combined with quaint NYC flavor. The waitstaff are always very friendly and attentive, and the chef often comes out to say hello. The bakery portion of Floribella is also excellent; I've tried the cheese empanadas which are reasonably priced, hot, and tasty. The tiramisu is also the BEST I've ever had, and I've tried a lot of tiramisu in my life. I actually never even liked tiramisu, until I tried this delectable creamy concoction. This tiny space on 43rd avenue is a true gem; I brought a Jamaican friend of mine who ordered the cow feet soup, he declared it excellent and wants to eat at this restaurant every time he...

We finally tried Floribella last night, and I can’t believe we waited so long! I’d seen great reviews but wasn’t sure if their menu was Italian-Ecuadorian fusion or two separate cuisines. It’s the latter—both cuisines under one roof—so there’s something for every craving!

Caesar Salad: A classic done right! The homemade dressing was fantastic and it's one of the best Caesars in the neighborhood. Empanadas (Chicken & Beef): Fried fresh with cheesy, flavorful fillings. They’re a bit small but packed with taste. The ketchup/mayo sauce was a great addition. Chicken Parmesan: Since Zio Luigi closed, I’ve been searching for a solid replacement, and Floribella delivered! Perfectly breaded cutlet, solid chicken cutlet thickness, and flavorful sauce (a tiny bit salty for me, but my partner loved it). Lasagna: Decadent and rich with bechamel sauce. Definitely pair it with wine to balance the flavors—highly recommend it! Homemade Italian Cheesecake: Less sweet than NY cheesecake with a gritty texture reminiscent of tres leches. I would order it again! Wine: Generously poured Cabernet Sauvignon that paired perfectly with the pasta dishes.

Luis, our server, was fantastic—kind, helpful, and made sure we had a great experience.

Whether you’re craving Italian classics or Ecuadorian comfort food, this spot is worth a visit. We’ll...

Floribella Restaurant — My Experience

Small, pretty, clean, with very friendly service and a cozy atmosphere. That’s how I would summarize my visit to Floribella Restaurant. It’s a place with an interesting fusion of Ecuadorian and Italian cuisine.

I arrived early, around 9:30 am, and decided to try the morocho with humitas. Personally, I would have preferred the morocho to be a bit sweeter and to have a bit more cracked corn in the cup, but it was nicely presented. As for the humita, in terms of flavor and texture, I would rate it a solid 8.

I’m not an expert in morocho or humitas, but I’ve tried several versions along Roosevelt Avenue, so I can say that they maintain a good level here.

In summary: a very pleasant place, with good service and an interesting menu proposal. I would definitely come back to try...