Rubirosa

Rubirosa is Angelo (AJ) Pappalardo's family-run neighborhood Italian-American restaurant and pizzeria.<br><br><br><br>AJ has preserved his family’s 53 year old thin-crust pizza recipe. The family recipe originated in 1960 at Joe and Pats pizzeria in Staten Island which is the namesake pizzeria of AJ's father Giuseppe.<br><br><br><br>The flagship pizza at Rubirosa is complimented with Chef Al DiMeglio's take on Italian-American classics featuring a wide array pasta made fresh in house daily. Rubirosa features a unique Italian focused wine, cocktail and spirits program by General Manager/Wine Director Bari Musacchio and talented bar staff.<br><br><br><br>Rubirosa is located in the heart of Nolita and its clientele bridges the gap between the old and new neighborhood regulars. Rubirosa's homey and comfortable atmosphere welcomes every occasion, from a family-style group dining to drinks and antipasti at our cozy bar.