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Paola'sA-
1302 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128
· Italian restaurant, Banquet hall, Breakfast restaurant
· Upper East Side
A polished Upper East Side Italian with warm service, classic pastas, and cozy ambiance; pricing is a splurge but most diners feel it delivers.
Why this grade
Paola's delivers A-grade performance through exceptional pasta execution—particularly duck ragu and rigatoni with porcini—paired with attentive, thoughtful service pacing. The classic Upper East Side charm and strong consistency across repeat visits support reliable dining, though occasional saltiness and modest destination appeal prevent grade A territory. A beloved neighborhood gem that rewards pasta lovers willing to invest in quality.
One caveat: Pricing is on the high side for Italian comfort dishes; expect $70-95 per person before drinks
What to order here
- Rigatoni con Porcini e Salsiccia
- Pappardelle con Ragu di Anatra
- Fettuccine alla Bolognese
What stands out
- Silky, well-textured pastas
- Comforting Roman flavors done with care
- Cozy room that feels like a local haunt
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Tuesday12:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Wednesday11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Thursday11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Friday12:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Saturday11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Sunday11:00–15:00, 17:00–22:00
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