Homemade Pasta & Cheese Wheel Pasta in Little Italy NYC

Zia Maria Little Italy brings classic Italian cooking to the heart of the neighborhood. Fresh pasta, traditional recipes, and a warm dining experience built for sharing and everyday comfort.

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What makes Zia Maria Little Italy the place to be?

Homemade
Pasta Daily

Every day, Chef Enrico takes his spot in our front window to roll out fresh pasta from scratch.

The Wine
Program

Our wine list is a curated love letter to Italy’s secret vineyards, featuring rare, regional bottles hand selected to pair perfectly with every bite.

Dry-Aged
Perfection

We take our meat as seriously as our pasta. Our premium cuts are dry-aged in-house to peak tenderness.

Tableside Cheese
Wheel Pasta

Dinner and a show! Watch as your pasta is swirled tableside inside a giant, flaming wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Little Italy Hours

Monday – Thursday
11 AM – 10 PM

Friday – Saturday
11 AM – 11 PM

Sunday
11 AM – 10 PM

 
Food in Plate
Zia Maria Little Italy

The Soul of Little Italy, Served Daily

Where the flour flies, the cheese is flaming, and everyone is family.

We opened our doors with a simple, defiant dream: strip away the tourist-trap clichés and bring the raw, authentic passion of a true Italian kitchen straight to New York City.

Step onto our block and the experience begins. In the front window, you’ll catch Chef Enrico in his daily ritual of hand-rolling, cutting, and tossing fresh pasta from scratch as the city watches.

Slip inside, and the energy takes over. It’s a sensory overload of old-world romance and modern culinary drama, where premium cuts of meat are dry-aged, and sauce is simmered to perfection.

chef
"A tavola si racconta la vita."
"Life is told at the table."
- Chef Enrico

Private Events in the Heart of Little Italy

Whether you are celebrating a milestone birthday, hosting a corporate gathering, or gathering the family for a rehearsal dinner, Zia Maria brings the magic of Italy to your special occasion.

Our intimate spaces, customizable menus, and dedicated staff ensure that your private event is completely seamless and unforgettable.

Let us handle the detail while you and your guests enjoy the timeless flavors, warm hospitality, and festive spirit of Little Italy.

Zia Maria Private Events
A journey through Italy's culinary richness

Explore Our Menu

From hand-rolled pastas and slow-simmered sauces to perfectly crisp artisanal pizzas, our menu captures the vibrant diversity of authentic Italian cuisine.

We source the finest seasonal ingredients and traditional imports to create dishes that comfort the soul and delight the palate. Pull up a chair and discover your new favorite tradition.

 
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Such a great time . The pizza and Tiramisu was delicious. The hosts and manger were extremely friendly and professional. This is also a great place to take photos!
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Vinimos por primera vez a New York, y la experiencia en Zia Maria fue deliciosa, pedimos linguinis en salsa de trufas y lasaña acompañada de sangria blanca, la atención, el Sabor y el aroma de la comida fue excelente.
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We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant\! The dinner was delicious, and the staff were incredibly welcoming, warm, and attentive\. A special thank you to **Kevin** for his kindness, friendly smile, and exceptional hospitality\! A huge thank you as well to the owner for his amazing culinary skills and delicious **homemade pasta** — it was truly outstanding\! Everything was perfect, from the quality of the food to the warm and inviting atmosphere\. **We highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be coming back\!** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Thank you all for amazing time. Amazing food. Great drinks had an amazing time for the last six hours. I didn’t wanna leave, but I gotta go back to Queens, but I’ll definitely be back with the family…….
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Lorraine Atkinson
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We loved everything. Gluten-free ravioli was amazing.
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Cailee Ragonesi
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Excellent food and service! Everyone working there was so professional and fun. The handmade pasta is to die for too!
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Lovely , cozy place, servers were very attentive but the pasta with white clam sauce lacked flavor and the linguine did not taste like homemade pasta. However my friend ordered the salmon and she liked it that it was cooked crispy and had a delicious flavor. Server was accommodating and offered to replace the vegetables with a creamy pasta side smwhich she loved. Music was nice but A bit too loud. I could not hear my conversation
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We liked the baked clams. They make their own pasta in the window, and they will make sure you are aware of that.
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Join Us at the Table

In a neighborhood famous for its culinary history, Zia Maria stands out as a true home away from home. Come for the authentic aromas, stay for the warmth of family hospitality, and savor a dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Skip the line and guarantee your evening with us.