Quattro Gatti (81st and 3rd ave)

Doesn't get more authentic than this. From what I saw it was all cute little old Italian men working at Quattro Gatti, and the food was amazing. Even the bread we started with was fabulous. I had gnocchi al pesto (two things I love) and it really was good. They give pretty hefty portions, so I got to eat that great meal two nights in a row! I know there are a ton of Italian places all around NYC, and I'm excited to try more, but this is a quality place when you want great Italian food.