Welcome to La Pecora Bianca
"La Pecora Bianca, an Italian eatery located in New York City, offers a blend of casual, trendy, romantic, and upscale dining experience. With a varied menu featuring dishes like meatballs, Rigatoni, and chicken Milanese, diners are treated to flavorful and well-prepared meals. Customer reviews praise the ambience, service, and food offerings, with highlights including the whipped ricotta appetizer, Gramigna pasta, and cannolis for dessert. Despite some minor hiccups in service speed and dish preparation, La Pecora Bianca stands out for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious Italian fare, making it a must-visit for pasta lovers in the city."
- 20 W 40th St New York, NY 1001820 W 40th St New York, NY 10018 Hotline: (212) 924-4040
Welcome to La Pecora Bianca, an Italian culinary gem nestled in the heart of New York City. Located at 20 W 40th St, this vibrant restaurant offers a delightful blend of traditional Italian dishes and innovative brunch options, perfect for those seeking a memorable dining experience.
From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with an atmosphere that effortlessly blends modern elegance with a warm, inviting ambiance. Whether you're settling in for a leisurely brunch or a cozy dinner, La Pecora Bianca promises an experience that satisfies both the palate and the spirit.
The brunch menu boasts a tantalizing selection, including dishes like the sumptuous Egg Sandwich, featuring prosciutto cotto and a touch of Calabrian aioli, or the comforting Mushroom Frittata made with local organic eggs and wild mushrooms. Each dish is crafted with fresh ingredients, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor.
For those with a penchant for classic Italian fare, the pasta dishes here truly shine. The Rigatoni in vodka sauce and Tagliatelle Bolognese have garnered rave reviews, celebrated for their rich sauces and perfectly textured noodles. Many patrons find themselves coming back for these comforting classics, proving their worth on any culinary journey.
Beyond the savory offerings, La Pecora Bianca also delights with its decadent desserts. The tiramisu is a standout, presenting a delightful conclusion to any meal with its creamy layers and rich espresso flavors. Many guests have praised the cocktails too, such as the refreshing Gin Basil Smash that pairs beautifully with the meal, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Customer experiences speak volumes about the exceptional service and attention to detail at La Pecora Bianca. Guests have noted the impressive ambiance, coupled with attentive and friendly staff, contributing to memorable outings. Even when busy, like during brunch rushes, the staff strives to maintain a pleasant dining experience.
La Pecora Bianca isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an invitation to savor the richness of Italian flavors right in the bustling heart of NYC. Whether you’re in for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, this charming venue promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.

Finally found a decent pasta place in NYC! Came here randomly for a brunch. The restaurant was huge although it didn't look like it from the outside. After we sat down, the restaurant became packed with people very quickly so the service was rather slow. We ordered heirloom tomatoes as an appetizer but the tomatoes were tough and not sweet at all. I love heirloom tomatoes that are tender and sweet when they're in season, which is right now, but this dish was a total fail. We also ordered rigatoni in vodka sauce and tagliatelle bolognese and these two dishes were very good. The sauces were delicious and the fresh in-house made pastas had a great texture. Portions size was also good. We wished the pasta dishes were served quicker though. They were not hot when they were served and we knew it was because they were sitting in the kitchen for a while because there seemed to be short of servers. I would come back here for pastas again!

first time at La Pecora Bianca and loved every moment. Loved the ambience and the inside as well as the food. Had the meatballs for starters and they were incredible. Followed by the Rigatoni. The sauce was perfect and the noodles were cooked well. Ended with the cannolis which were my personal favorite and the tiramisu which my friend enjoyed a lot. The service was amazing and the table was constantly kept clean by the staff.

Excellent lunch experience with shared dishes; meatballs were robust and the gramigna pasta was excellent. Chicken Milanese had the right amount of crispiness for texture.

Got a dinner delivery for 3 recently! really 3.5 stars Ordered: local burrata w/ peaches, house salad, roasted Brussels sprouts , Gramigna pasta, Garganelli pasta w mushrooms, Margherita pizza, Gem caesar, Branzino entree, whipped ricotta w/ toast, roasted cauliflower, broccolini They forgot to include toast for the whipped ricotta but luckily it was mild enough to use with a few of the other dishes -- no noticeable truffle honey flavor but it was a decent ricotta (and burrata) Roasted Brussels sprouts were waaay too charred, really saucy which i usually wouldn't like but i didn't mind them tbh. the cauliflower w pickled raisins = 9/10. i will always dislike a caesar salad that i have to cut up myself but their gem caesar had a dressing that was tangy enough to keeping me intrigued. sadly, it had no croutons. and no, microscopic breadcrumbs do not count! broccolini needed more seasoning. pastas were al dente, nothing amazing, but good. super oily, though. -all around such a solid meal. love the menu as a whole!

I love La Pecora Bianca. This is the second location I've tried and it was just as enjoyable as the previous one. I didn't realize that the brunch menu doesn't start until 11am (our reservation was at 10am) so we had a more limited menu for breakfast than the one I was prepared for. I didn't get to order the pasta dish I had wanted, but even with that disappointment, we all loved what we ordered. Our selections ranged from the ricotta pancakes to the breakfast sandwich and the cacio e pepe eggs benedict. We also LOVED the strawberry limoncello spritzers and couldn't get enough of them. Oh yeah, and the tiramisu is both adorable and delicious! Highly recommend it. Also, our servers (one's shift ended and another took over) were both phenomenal. Service is definitely one of the best things I've noticed from my visits to these restaurants and they are only second to the wonderful food. 10/10

Appetizer - Whipped Ricotta Enjoyed the honey in the middle. Bread was a little too hard for my liking but the flavor of the ricotta made up for it. Entrees - Rigatoni & Bucatini Rigatoni was delicious. I added some pepper flakes but could do without them. The added Burrata is worth it. Bucatini had a lot of oil and was missing some salt for my liking but still enjoyable. Paired it with a bottle of Prosecco. Our waiter was very attentive and quick with everything.

The food and service here were excellent. We did a walk-in for a party of 5 and were able to secure a table. The space is pretty large with indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the Garganelli Pasta with a cafe latte and they were both spot on. For dessert, we ordered the tiramisu and it was pretty big that it was just enough to share among the 5.

I am so happy I chose this place for dinner. I've had it on my list for over a year, and I'm thrilled I finally made it. I made reservations two weeks in advance and went with a group of friends. We were 12 minutes late due to traffic in the rain, but the hostess was lovely and immediately seated us. I absolutely loved the interior of this restaurant. I didn't know what to expect when I arrived, but I was definitely blown away. The warm lighting creates an intimate yet sociable atmosphere, with ample space between guests. Our waiter was amazing and attentive. I asked for suggestions on what to order because I'm so indecisive. He provided great recommendations and was very supportive in describing the flavors. He even shared the story behind the restaurant's name and was very kind throughout our meal. I went with the rigatoni, as the hostess mentioned it was the most popular dish. The pasta is made in-house, cooked perfectly, and tasted amazing. I opted to add burrata and parmesan to my dish. We also tried the cacio e pepe balls, meatballs, and tiramisu. Everything was great, down to the drinks. I am already planning to return, this time with my partner. I want to try the chicken Milanese or the lamb ragu.

Spectacular! Ambiance: super nice. Larger restaurant than expected. Very crowded (I went with a party of 6 on a Wednesday evening) with tight seating. Service: excellent as expected. Food and drink: so good. I don't even know where to start. I always get the scallops if it's on the menu, and I have no regrets ordering the scallops here. The only disappointment I can think of is they don't have beer on tap. But a can + cold glass gets pretty close. This is one of the best Italian restaurants I've tried in the United States.

I was walking by Bryant Park and happened upon this charming establishment! I realize it a "chain" but you realize why there are so many locations once you go here!!! The service was excellent, timely, and thoughtful. I went with a group of 4 people. We started with the vodka pizza, the sauce was divine and the crust was perfectly cooked. The burrata was flavorful and the stone fruit (peach) was so tasty! The entrees were delicious! I had the Gramigna, which has just the right amount of spice for someone who loves all things spicy! The pasta was cooked el dente and the flavors were exceptional My friends had the branzino which I also tried and found to be cooked well, seasoned to perfection, and served with the most delicious greens And the bolognese was no exception to all this! Finally we were stuffed but decided to split the tiramisu and boy were we glad! The sheep logo of the restaurant is stamped on the tiramisu and it was big enough for 4, maybe 6 people to share. It was creamy and not overly sweet! All in all I would go here again and again!!