Rosemary’s Club Panini

Rosemary’s is a beautiful, spacious restaurant in the West Village perfect for pasta or a Panini, both of which they do quite well.

I’ve seen quite a crowd form outside (they don’t take reservations) so come early for whatever meal you’re here for.

The breakfast options seemed a bit uninspired and dull (aka, didn’t seem like they would fill my stomach to capacity) so we stuck with some of their more popular dinner dishes. I did hear two old guys next to us keep mentioning the “eggs in purgatory” dish, which did look tasty in person. I guess that dish is slightly inspired. Sorry, I guess I was just in a mood for the first part of the paragraph. I’m much better now.

We started with the Celery root and kale Caesar salad which was really simple but tasty. Heavy on the celery root and the dressing was excellent. Made me feel less guilty for getting my friend club Panini sandwich.

I must admit, I often stay away from Paninis. They’re like the snobby sister of the grilled cheese. Not enough cheese and dry as a bone. Usually not impressive. This one had plenty of super flavorful ingredients. Not a ton of cheese but I didn’t miss it.

The bread was rosemary focaccia which was so tasty, I wouldn’t have cared what was placed inside. Old Boot Panini? Fine! As long as there’s rosemary focaccia involved, I’m in.

The broccoli and sausage pasta was really delicious. I’ve seen this combo on plenty of menus (In LA and NYC) however, so far, I’ve not been disappointed by any of them. It’s on the heavier side, in case you’re not in the mood for a nap-inducing meal.

They have a rooftop garden where they grow many of their veggies, which was really nifty. I would have gone up there to check it out, but I grew lazy upon my last few bites. The number of stairs to the roof began to multiply before my eyes!

Prices were average for the area, service was prompt and friendly and I really loved how spacious it was inside. Not your typical cramped, hot-as-hell village bistro.

18 Greenwich Ave
New York, NY 10011
b/t Charles St & 10th St
(212) 647-1818
rosemarysnyc.com

Green Juice (kale, apple cucumber, celery, fennel)

Rosemary’s Lemon Fizz (Rosemary Lemonade, simple syrup, prosecco)

Kale Celery Root Caesar

Orchiette with Broccoli Rabe, Sausage and Fresno Chili

Rosemary’s Club Panini (Turkey, Smoked Ham, maple bacon, escarole, provolone)