Pep's on Grand – Italian
Bathed in the warm glow of amber lights, Pep's on Grand invites guests into a spirited sanctuary where the rhythmic clinking of wine glasses harmonizes with the intoxicating aroma of garlic-infused olive oil. Silken, hand-rolled pastas and slow-simmered sauces celebrate the soulful simplicity of Italian tradition, creating a dining experience that feels both timelessly elegant and vibrantly alive.
197 Grand Street, New York, NY 10013 +1-212-226-8391 https://www.pepsongrand.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (351 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the laid-back, chill atmosphere and outstanding service at Pep's, with staff frequently described as friendly, kind, and professional. While opinions on the pasta dishes like the Spaghetti Limón and Chicken Parm vary, the Regina Margarita pizza and risotto are highlighted as satisfying choices for a relaxing meal. Reviewers also enjoy the burrata appetizers and Aperol Spritz, noting the restaurant is a welcoming spot to unwind, even if some diners suggest the Neapolitan crust could be softer.
Menu
Starter
- Mussels - $20: sautéd in a white wine garlic sauce, homemade garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Burrata - $15: heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meatballs - $16: beef, veal, tomato basil sauce, homemade bread
- Eggplant Parm - $16: red sauce, parmigiano, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whipped Ricotta - $18: herbs, truffle oil, homemade bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Calamari - $18: fried calamari, marinara Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Salad
- House Salad - $11: arugula, heirloom cherry tomatoes, parmigiano, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Caesar Salad - $18: romaine hearts, parmigiano croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Carpaccio Beet Salad - $17: arugula, heirloom cherry tomatoes, red onion, candied walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Main
- Risotto - $26: porcini-cremini mushroom, parmigiano truffle oil, homemade chicken stock Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Branzino - $32: confit cherry tomato, lemon, garlic thyme, cremini mushroom risotto Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Salmon - $30: crispy brussels, charred lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Burger - $24: homemade sesame brioche bun, american cheese, caramelized onions, house sauce, fries
- Roasted Half Chicken - $29: porcini-cremini mushroom sauce, garlic mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pork Milanese - $26: served with a house salad Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Pizza
- Margherita - $21: mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Regina Margherita - $24: bufala, mozzarella, tomato sauce, heirloom cherry tomatoes, parmigiano, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Diavola - $23: mozzarella, tomato sauce, spicy salami, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Prosciutto Cotto & Funghi - $24: mozzarella, tomato sauce, ham, mushrooms, basil
- Pizza Burrata - $28: mozzarella, tomato sauce, arugula, prosciutto, parmigiano, burrata
- Meat Lovers - $28: mozzarella, tomato sauce, spicy sausage, salami, ham, meatballs, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Tonno & Cipollia - $25: mozzarella, arugula, tuna, caramelized onions Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Quattro Formaggi - $25: mozzarella, gorgonzola, scamorza, parmigiano, local honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pasta
- Orecchiette - $25: broccoli rabe, spicy sausage
- Paccheri - $23: pink sauce, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gemelli - $23: eggplant, tomato basil sauce, ricotta salata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bucatini Pomodoro - $23: tomato basil sauce, garlic, heirloom cherry tomatoes, pepper flakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol
- Spaghetti Limón - $20: lemon, olive oil, garlic, parsley, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Tagliatelle - $26: bolognese, stracciatella
- Lasagna - $27: beef, pork & veal bolognese, bechamel cream sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
For the Table
- Bread with Whipped Butter - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Marinated Olives - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Truffle Fries - $13: parmigiano, truffle oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $13: balsamic reduction, lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Dessert
- Tiramisu - $14
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Panna Cotta - $14 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pizza Nutella - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Affogato - $7
Spritz
- Aperol Spritz - $16: aperol, prosecco, sparkling water
- Limoncello Spritz - $16: limoncello, prosecco, sparkling water
- Hugo Spritz - $16: st.germain, prosecco, sparkling water
- Negroni Sbagliato - $16: campari, sweet vermouth, prosecco
Beer
- Narragansett Lager - $9: Narragansett Brewery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Rare Vos - $9: Ommegang Brewery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lagunitas IPA - $9: Lagunitas Brewery
- Peroni - $9: Peroni Brewery
- Non Alcoholic Beer - $6: Athletic Brewing Co. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Cocktails
- Limoncello Drop - $16: vodka, lemoncello, lemon, sugar rim
- Strawberry Lemon Drop - $16: vodka, triple sec, strawberry puree simple, lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- G&T - $16: gin, tonic, rose water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Paper Plane - $16: bourbon, amaro nonino, aperol, lemon juice
- Negroni - $16: gin, campari, sweet vermouth
- Margarita - $16: tequila, triple sec, lime, red pepper salt rim
- Old Fashioned - $16: bourbon, sugar, bitters
- Martini - $16: gin, dry vermouth, olive
- Espresso Martini - $16: vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso
- Lychee Martini - $16: Vodka, dry vermouth, lychee syrup, lime juice
- Spicy Whiskey Sour - $16: bourbon, lemon, hot honey sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pep's Peach Paradise - $16: bourbon, lemon juice, peach puree, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Wines (White)
- House Garganega (Glass) - $11: Valpantena Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Garganega (1/2L) - $28: Valpantena Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Garganega (1L) - $54: Valpantena Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Grigio Organic (Glass) - $13: Molino a Vento, 2023, Sicilia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Grigio Organic (Bottle) - $48: Molino a Vento, 2023, Sicilia Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Vermentino "Le Gare" (Glass) - $14: Il Nuraghe, 2023, Sardegna Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Vermentino "Le Gare" (Bottle) - $50: Il Nuraghe, 2023, Sardegna Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc IO (Glass) - $15: Domenico Armani, 2023, Trentino Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc IO (Bottle) - $52: Domenico Armani, 2023, Trentino Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Bubbly
- Prosecco Romio Extra Dry (Glass) - $14: NV, Veneto Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prosecco Romio Extra Dry (Bottle) - $50: NV, Veneto Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Wines (Red)
- House Corvina (Glass) - $11: Valpantena Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- House Corvina (1/2L) - $28: Valpantena Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- House Corvina (1L) - $54: Valpantena Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Montepulciano Arboreto (Glass) - $13: 2022, Abruzzo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Montepulciano Arboreto (Bottle) - $48: 2022, Abruzzo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chianti Classico Castelsina (Glass) - $14: 2022, Toscana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chianti Classico Castelsina (Bottle) - $50: 2022, Toscana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sangiovese / Merlot Super Tuscan (Glass) - $15: Castelsina, 2019, Toscana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sangiovese / Merlot Super Tuscan (Bottle) - $52: Castelsina, 2019, Toscana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Barolo Cascina del Torcc - $67: 2020, Piemonte Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Rosé
- Rosato Organic (Glass) - $13: Molino a Vento Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Rosato Organic (Bottle) - $48: Molino a Vento Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Digestivo
- Sambuca - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Limoncello - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Fernet Branca - $10
- Amaro Nonino - $10
- Amaro Montenegro - $10
Soft Drinks
- Coke - $3
- Diet Coke - $3
- Sprite - $3
- Ginger Ale - $3 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Orange Soda - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cranberry Juice - $3
- Shirley Temple - $5
- Lemonade - $5
- Organic Italian Blood Orange Soda - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Pep's on Grand
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Pep's on Grand accommodates 34 dietary needs with options like vegan Bucatini Pomodoro, vegetarian Spaghetti Limón, and high-protein Meat Lovers.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Regina Margarita pizza, risotto, burrata, mussels, meatballs, eggplant parm, whipped ricotta, calamari, branzino, salmon, and roasted chicken.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Bucatini Pomodoro serves vegan, dairy-free, and plant-based diets, while Spaghetti Limón fits vegetarian, sugar-free, and anti-inflammatory requirements.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers praise the chill atmosphere, professional service, Regina Margarita pizza, risotto, burrata appetizers, and Aperol Spritz as highlights for unwinding.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The overall rating for Pep's on Grand is 4.6/5, as indicated by the average score provided in the restaurant data.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer concerns include varying opinions on pasta dishes like Spaghetti Limón and Chicken Parm, alongside suggestions regarding the Neapolitan crust.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not list specific hours, but the restaurant maintains an active website at https://www.pepsongrand.com/ for operational information.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests appreciate the laid-back, chill atmosphere and describe the restaurant as a welcoming spot to unwind, rating it 4.6/5.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Pep's on Grand does not include the specific hours of operation for this restaurant.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Pep's on Grand has a website at https://www.pepsongrand.com/, but the provided data does not confirm online ordering availability.
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