If you thought the team behind Don Angie had already conquered New York’s Italian dining scene, think again. San Sabino NYC, the West Village seafood restaurant from acclaimed chefs Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli, is giving classic Italian-American cooking a coastal makeover — and the menu is anything but predictable.
Located at 113 Greenwich Avenue, San Sabino brings together seafood, handmade pasta, inventive cocktails and a lively dining room that feels like an Italian summer vacation with a distinctly downtown Manhattan attitude.
Shrimp Parm, Lobster Pasta and Unexpected Italian Classics
The restaurant’s biggest draw is its playful approach to familiar dishes. The signature Shrimp Parm takes the Italian-American classic in a more indulgent direction, pairing shrimp with a sweet-and-sour arrabbiata sauce.
Other menu highlights include crab and mortadella dip served with polenta zeppole, spicy tuna with broken arancini, and stuffed mussels featuring ‘nduja rice and lemon aioli.
Pasta lovers have plenty of reasons to visit, too. The Lobster Triangoli, served with white vodka sauce and black garlic, is a standout, while the Pasta Alle Vongole adds a spicy kick with Manila clams and aji amarillo. There’s also Pepperoni Carbonara, featuring hand-rolled ziti and Sichuan peppercorn.
And if seafood isn’t your only priority, the Shrimp Parm and Steak Magazzino make a compelling case for ordering another main course.
Cocktails With a Little Personality
San Sabino’s beverage program is just as creative as its kitchen. The Scottie’s Martini, made with garlic bread vodka and spicy brine, puts an unexpected spin on a classic. The Benny combines prickly pear, Italian bergamot and a spicy margarita profile.
The atmosphere is equally appealing, with warm yellow interiors, stylish details and a neighborhood energy that works for date nights, business dinners and long lunches.
Where to Find San Sabino NYC
Find San Sabino at 113 Greenwich Avenue in the West Village. Lunch is served daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with dinner beginning at 5 p.m.
The verdict? San Sabino proves Italian-American seafood doesn’t have to play by the old rules. Come hungry, order the Shrimp Parm, and save room for pasta.
