Love this place! My husband and I have been going to Il Corallo for years and love it every time. The food is always fresh and I have never had a dish I didn't like. The prices are great and the portions very generous. They have a very large menu and a few of our favorites are: Crostini Pomodoro, Ravioli Porcini, Fettuccine Molisane and the Tiramisu!!\r
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It is a small space, so seating is tight, but its definitely worth it for the food and the price. I always feel like I've traveled to Italy for an hour and am dining in Nonna's kitchen. Some other reviewers complained about the hostess/manager, but we have always had a pleasant experience with her. After our 2nd time there, she knew our names and greets us by name each time we go. How often do you get that in Manhattan?!! A couple of times we have arrived without our complete party and she told us we would have to wait to be seated, but understandably so. The restaurant is always busy, and if you've ever worked in the food industry you know how frustrating it can be for a party to take up an open table while waiting for friends to arrive. \r
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We have recently moved to Chicago, and have yet to find an Italian restaurant that compares with Il Corallo. Dinner at Il Corallo is a part of our every visit back to New York and we recommend it to anyone looking for great Italian in the city.
Pros: Food, Prices, Atmosphere
Cons: Tight seating
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