De Gennaro occupies the location formerly known as Umberto's Clam House - famous for Crazy Joe Gallo mob hit in the early 70s. Although this was technically an afterthought upon finding Puglia and Vincent's to be closed on a Wednesday night (COVID hours - ugh!), was pleased to find a likely place at the corner of Hester and Mulberry.
Past experience in the area had me thinking parking might be an issue. For whatever reason, COVID or otherwise, I parked right in front of our original destination and did not even have to pay to park (arrived just at 7 pm.)
Service was prompt, ordered a glass of chianti, caprese and
seafood
fra diavlo with linguini. Colleague ordered an alfredo with chicken. Both were satisfied with our meals, but I would not walk past scungili in hot red sauce from Vincent's or Puglia to return here (ed: the RJG remembers those days!).
Will likely have reason to try other places in what is left of Little Italy in future; no need to return here (but glad for the historic visit).
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