I’m considering (or at least trying to get into) Babbo for their wine/tasting menu. I have mixed feelings about Batali...some of his food combinations don’t thrill me but I’ve honestly never eaten at any of his...

About a month ago my wife and I did the tasting menu at Babbo - highly highly recommended. Ecstatic review linked below. - er Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/213771#1138380

Have any chowhounds survived the strict reservation protacol at Babbo and happily dined there? Is it as good as I’ve heard?? What do you recommend? Thanks ! ( I love this list !)

Two friends and I went to Babbo last night and, although the food was very good, the service really distracted from the evening. We wanted to order the tasting menu, but one member of our group didn’t eat red meat or...

I’ve read past posts on Babbo, some recent, some from years ago. My hubbie and I are going there Thursday night for our 10th anniversary. We have never dined there before, I am a big foodie, I am a big fan of Chef Batali,...

what to get here? i guess i’d like a couple pastas and a fine desert? have heard of the beef cheek raviolis which sounds good, but what are the mint love letters and are those good too?

I’m going to NYC in two weeks and scored a table at Babbo with a couple of friends.Any suggestions from the recent menu that might knock our collective socks off.Does the TV celebrityness inhibit what I hear can be a great...

Have been dying to go for a while, but was intimidated by the wait people usually describe on the board. Went in around 7 and was seated right away at the bar.... plenty of spaces and the hostess even asked if I would like a...

I’m going back to Babbo this week. It’s been a while since my last visit. Anyone have any suggestions from the spring menu? Thanks.

I am going to Babbo in a few days for my anniversary. I do not really eat pasta. Any reviews/suggestions would be appreciated.

Went to Babbo last night. It’s a good news, medium news, bad news report. Short version Good news – the food Medium news – the service Bad news – the ambiance Long version The food is excellent. I had the lamb...

Have a hot, melty sandwich.

Mario Batali’s new cookbook, “Mario Tailgates NASCAR Style,” targets a different audience altogether.

The over-planted Italian everyday wine gets refined.

Skin it, tie it up, let it hang: step-by-step instructions to make your own.