Lillo Cucina Italiana – Made with love!

In response to COVID-19 restrictions,

we are OPEN for pickup and takeout only.

Call ahead or stop by to order!

Tue-Sun 12pm-8pm

Due to our limited space and made-to-order menu,

we are unable to accommodate reservations at this time.

There are a variety of bars nearby where you may want to enjoy a cocktail if we don’t have a table for you right away. If you’re really in a hurry, we’re happy to pack your order to go.

We promise it’s worth the wait!

5 out of 5 Instagrammers agree: A picture is worth a thousand bites.

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Visit or call for pandemic-friendly pickup! From Roma, with love. Coffee, espresso, sandwiches, pasta & pastries.

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Life is wonderful. Happy New year 2021!

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Mark M.

2021-01-10 10:02:05

Lillo is a hidden/not so hidden Brooklyn gem that consistently lives up to its 5-star rep, even in COVID times, necessitating delivery and carry out. Very...

Ben B.

2020-11-23 21:07:46

If there is a better, quainter, cuter Italian place in NY, I haven't found it yet. Fantastic food, quality ingredients and consistently cooked. We don't...

Amanda D.

2020-11-01 09:06:08

Authentic Italian food! I have had several dishes from here since it replaced the old coffee shop that used to serve out of this hole in the wall. I...

Tiffany L.

2020-10-09 12:03:38

covid times: One small table available outside! Best to do takeout and they're cash only! Take a moment to read the menu outside. Once you're in, you'll be...

Regina W.

2020-09-29 07:46:37

The food tasted decent, but it wasn't exactly something to write about. I found my Alfredo sauce bland. My friend's rose sauce was okay. Her salmon raviolis...

Mike C.

2020-09-28 14:25:30

Authentic, fresh, delicious, delightful.

Timur N.

2020-09-12 15:54:49

I love this place. Their pasta is to die for. Literally our favorite Italian restaurant in NYC!

Mike R.

2020-09-11 17:02:17

Truly the best Italian I've ever had. Blows the "trendy" places out of the water. Not to mention great value! Lillo's for the win.

Misel G.

2020-08-20 15:27:11

We ordered the Rigatoni Gricia, Fettuccine with prosciutto and artichoke and the spaghetti meatballs. Everything was good but the tomato sauce was watered...

Kay E.

2020-08-03 18:30:55

Lillo is our latest obsession! The fettuccine amazing, favorites are the truffle with a side of meatballs & parm sauce or the fettuccine with speck &...

Preston A.

2020-08-01 15:51:24

The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. The mood is intimate. Lillo (the owner, chef, server) is amazing, friendly, and so fun to eat with. Dining...

Josephine A.

2020-07-01 23:22:11

It's been a while and I really miss the food. The ingredients made for a spectacular Cacio E Pepe with divine pasta. This is what real Italian is all about,...

Vanessa M.

2020-06-15 14:29:45

One of my favorite italian restaurants, everything is delicious, my favorite is the Parmesan Meatballs, I have to accept that I waited an hr to get a table,...

Jeremy G.

2020-03-29 18:31:49

This restaurant is too good to put into words! A true neighborhood gem. The food is incredible and the restaurant has exceptional character. Note that...

Harris B.

2020-03-02 13:14:29

Have not eaten here because after calling to ask if they were going to be able to seat 4 of us, including kids, we went by and there were no tables for 4...

Katey G.

2019-07-21 23:06:41

I love this place because they make it their priority to serve simple and delicious food. It's totally no frills and they make due with the space they...

Virginia M.

2018-03-21 16:49:28

I found this place when I searched for an Italian coffee shop, because I needed a really good cappuccino and we all know Italians make the best ones. We...

Nicholas G.

2018-02-16 14:43:21

Everything looks legit in this place. The gentleman running the store sounds like he is straight off the boat from italy. Very nice guy. He suggested the...

Nick M.

2018-01-27 10:26:29

We found Lillo Cucina Italiana (LCI) one night by accent. It was super cold out and we were going for Japanese at Hibino next door when we found this spot....

Giulia M

11:21 24 May 20

I’m born and raised in Italy and I can said that this place is the most authentic Italian restaurant in NY. The food is fresh and delicious. It remember me the food of my mum. I’ll come again for pick up and definitely I’ll continue the recommend this place ! BRAVI!

Dolores Brandon

22:14 07 Mar 20

Delightful. Very tiny. I only had take out coffee - freshly brewed but found the menu enticing, unique - authentic chef made soups, yummy sandwiches, hearty entrees and specialty desserts. I will definitely go back to indulge. The countryman is charming. A real old world gentleman.

Trisha Tran

22:07 04 Feb 20

A bit surprise at how small and cozy this mom&pop restaurant is. But it was so worth the trip over to Brooklyn. The sign also mentioned a cash only. Be prepare for around $35-$40 for 2 people.

Vanessa Cifuentes

14:57 03 Feb 20

This tiny spot in Brooklyn. They serve traditional Italian fare. If you are looking for some simple delicious homey food then this is your spot. The place is small and really no frills, but don’t let that deter you from having some authentic, simply delicious food.

Fernando Salgado

19:33 05 Jan 20

Visiting from So Cal looking for good Italian, found this place and have to say food was delicious!!! Good size portions, reasonably priced and service was excellent. Very limited seating but worth the wait.

Michael Zanca

01:46 14 May 18

Amazing food, Just like Italia. Great service and Lillo is a true gentleman! A must do !

Trey Hatch

16:05 09 May 18

Amazing little secret hole in the wall. Something magic about its sandwiches and pasta. Definitely feels more like Italy than the US (including timing wise - best to not be in a rush).

Michael L

18:14 05 May 18

Great coffee, great little spot for a quick bite and you can always practice your Italian when ordering

Salvatore Davi

12:00 09 Mar 18

Absolutely fantastic! An amazing culinary experience. The only thing I can say that isn't positive is that Lillo deserves a much bigger space to serve his amazing food.

Gina Lemon

18:37 30 Jan 18

Literally felt like I was in Italy having a meal prepared in a friend’s home. Delicious, homey, wonderful spot. Don’t be on a hurry, enjoy the ambience. Ciao!

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