Spaghetti Incident — Restaurant in New York

Google to the rescue! We were hungry and in an unfamiliar neighborhood in lower Manhattan with it being super hot out. Didn't want to walk around to find a decent place to eat. This jewel came up on Google maps. It's tucked away on a side street and we would never have found it on our own. And it was a fantastic find. They had a nice outside seating area, but we decided to eat inside due to the heat. It was wonderful inside. Cozy, funky décor and intimate. Went with my wife and 13 year old grandson, but if you were single this would be an ideal place for a date. Easy to hold a conversation there. Not a boisterous rowdy crowd there. Civilized noise level with everyone enjoying their meal along with unobtrusive conversation.

While the atmosphere was nice it was the food that was the star of the show. We told our waiter we had just gotten back from Italy (Rome and Palermo) two weeks prior and our meals were as good if not better than some of the places we dined at while there. Unbelievable. We had eaten at A Taste of Italy on 23rd street, which is supposed to be authentic Italian (it is not, it sucks) and Spaghetti Incident blows it away. This place is real authentic Italian.

Started out with and order of mixed (three types) of Arancini. Beef Ragu & Fontina, Pesto & Gorgonzola, and Artichoke & Parmigiano. Our taste buds thanked us for ordering such a delicious appetizer. They also thanked us for ordering Carbonara. Absolutely mouth wateringly delicious. Best we have had (wife and I ordered the same meal) in NYC. No problem holding it's own even in Italy. Grandson had a serving of Lasagna. He too indicated it was as good as anything he had while in Italy. I took a bite and had to agree. Monstrously flavorful (but not overpowering) and done just right. Deserts were Chocolate Cake with strawberries and Budino Al Caramello. OMG good. Service was perfect to top it all off. Oh, and there's more. When the check came I literally had to check to see if we were really in Manhattan. Great meal, nice sized portions and a check that was at least a third of what I though it would be. Am I being punked? Wow, it was really reasonable. Highly recommended. No brainer...next time we are in the neighborhood we...

From the moment you step inside Spaghetti Incident, you’re greeted with an atmosphere that feels as if you’ve walked into a cozy, rustic home, warm, welcoming, and far from pretentious. Over the past 10 years, this spot has remained a staple for me, not just for the amazing food, but for the genuine feeling of connection it provides. As someone who creates food videos for restaurants, I’ve been to countless places, but this one is hands-down my favorite.

I still remember when they went viral for their pasta cones all those years ago, and I’d drive all the way from New Jersey to New York City just to grab a to-go order. Sometimes, if it wasn’t too late, I’d stay and enjoy the meal in-house. That was the start of my love for this place. Since then, Spaghetti Incident has only cemented its place in my heart, it’s where my partner and I have shared countless meals, and we still make our way here together, just like we always have.

When the pandemic hit and there was a real risk of the restaurant closing, I felt devastated. It was heartbreaking to think that such a special place could be lost. But when they made it through, it gave me hope and inspired me to start a page supporting local businesses.

The food? Simply put, it's the same high-quality, comforting, and perfectly executed Italian dishes that made me fall in love with the place in the first place. Our go-to order is always the Chitarra and the Bucatini, and they never disappoint. It's hard for restaurants to maintain that level of consistency and passion, but Spaghetti Incident does so effortlessly.

This place isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a part of my story, and I’m grateful for every moment spent here. Whether you’re a first-timer or a long-time fan, Spaghetti Incident will always make you feel like you’re...

YESSSSSSS. I love places like this bc I LOVE pasta esp well-made yet chill pasta (no, you don't need to add truffles on errthing and charge $34/dish) It's very low-key. No rezzies needed.

The pasta selections rotate everyday. I highly recommend their Naked Woman Salad as a starter.. yes a starter bc I'll be smh-ing at you for ordering only salad here! The salad is fresh with a hint of acid (from the lemon in the dressing). Pasta can be heavy... so this is a great complement to your entree.

The pasta itself reminded me of those from Maccheroni Republic in LA - no frills, al-dente AF, and great sauces that coated every little strand.

I got the Bucatini Trevigiani - which comes with a light cream sauce. Bucatini is my favez. It provides the girth of a spaghetti without the calorie commitment since it is hollow on the inside #winwin. And I was declared the best dish chooser of this meal wooooot

My friends got the ragu bolognese and the bucatini amatricana. Both were good as well if you're wanting dat red sauce!

I don't recommend getting the arancini balls. They were alrighttt, and added onto the heaviness of the meal. I would rather opt for some wino instead.

Also, if you take your pasta to-go, it'll come in a cute little cone ahaha. Pasta for the road?! so down...