Cozy Northern Italian spot near Penn Station with standout pastas, sausages, and warm service; prices are mid-to-high with automatic gratuity/tip prompts that some diners dislike.
Biricchino delivers solid A-grade performance through exceptional food quality anchored by fresh pasta and house-made sausage ragu, paired with warm, attentive service. The charming exposed-brick setting near Penn Station offers genuine neighborhood appeal despite modest space comfort, while occasional consistency variations in pasta execution prevent grade A territory. A reliable choice for elevated Northern Italian dining in Midtown.
One caveat: Pricing add-ons: reports of auto gratuity and tip prompts on surcharge and tax lines