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il Buco Alimentari & Vineria: The il Buco brood is growing—offspring il Buco Alimentari & Vineria has just sprouted up on Great Jones St. A chip off the old block, the Alimentari matches the quality of il Buco, but is a warmer, more casual affair. Channeling Eataly (with a cuter, more quaint feel), its front market sells imported Italian goods while the newly opened restaurant is nestled in back. For a quick bite, grab a stool amidst shelves of packaged pastas and marinated olives at one of the few tables in front, where they serve sandwiches, salumi and specialty cheeses. A bank of balsamic vinegar barrels separates the alimentari and vineria, which boasts exposed brick, family-style tables, an open kitchen and a lovely private room upstairs. The rustic resto, currently serving dinner only, highlights the fresh, house-made ingredients found in the front market. With a vino Italiano from the rotating wine list, savor starters like crispy artichokes ($12) and Umbrian beans with shaved pecorino ($10). Entrée options are a bit limited, with pastas like rigatoni folded in a veal and tomato ragu ($19) and a rotisserie chicken for two ($38), but they taste just like Nonna makes, with old-school skills and a little love. With the friendly staff cheering “Ciao!” as you arrive, you’ll feel like you’re back in the old country at this intimate and inviting Italian eatery and enoteca.
Reviewed: 10/12/11 |
