Italian
Jupiter
This is a high-energy, rink-level Italian restaurant that trades the typical tourist-trap formula of Rockefeller Center for focused, regional pasta and a brilliant wine program. Created by the trio behind SoHo's acclaimed King, the space is anchored by a striking red travertine bar, green lacquered chairs, and cozy, velvet-lined booths that look directly out onto the ice. It feels like a sophisticated, modern town square where you can escape the Midtown rush over a beautifully paced lunch or pre-theater dinner.
★ The Legend
Spaghetti alle Vongole
This dish features sweet Manila clams gently steamed with white wine, garlic, chile, and starchy pasta water to create an incredibly juicy, emulsified sauce. Regulars know to swirl the thin, perfectly al dente strands to catch every drop of the briny broth pooling at the bottom of the bowl.
◆ Fan Favorite
Paccheri Verdi con Sugo di Maiale e Limone
Wide tubes of housemade spinach pasta are tossed in a light-bodied, slow-roasted pork shoulder ragu infused with fresh sage and bright lemon peel. It is a remarkably balanced dish that regulars pair with a glass of tangy, volcanic Nerello Mascalese to cut through the richness of the pork.
● Chef's Pick
Pizzoccheri
This rustic, Alpine-style baked dish from Lombardy features earthy buckwheat noodles layered with melted Fontina cheese, tender savoy cabbage, and potatoes. Executive chef Lucy Gibson highlights this comforting, carb-on-carb creation as a masterclass in regional Italian soul food that pairs beautifully with a light Nebbiolo.
◇ Hidden Gem
Zucchini Fritti
Most tables skip straight to the pasta, but regulars always start with these ultra-thin, piping-hot zucchini matchsticks fried in a featherlight batter. They arrive at the table with an audible crunch that gives way to a plush, nearly melted interior, served alongside a bright, herby crème fraîche.
Insider Tip
When booking your table, request one of the cozy, velvet-upholstered booths in the 'Nook' area. These semi-private booths feel like quiet, insulated capsules that completely shield you from the chaotic energy of the concourse while still giving you a prime view of the kitchen action.
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