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FOOD: GOOD The food was surprisingly tasty despite the miniscule portions and ridiculous prices. The Pig's Ass sandwich was delicious but I'm shocked the snooty staffers didn't opt to use the sandwich's "proper name" - a Cuban. The Stuffed Peppadew Peppers were out of this world - but with only 4 on a tiny olive plate - there wasn't much to go around for 7 bucks! The wine list at this "wine bar" was incredibly limited. If you wanted to order by the bottle the possibilities were endless of course - but if you wanted to order by the glass, you were limited to about 5 or 6 selections, and greeted with a condescending snarl from the "bartender" if you accidentally tried to order one of the "bottle-only" selections - which will cost you an exorbitant amount of money. SERVICE: When we arrived at 6pm there were literally 4 other people in the bar. Which -- as a side note -- is ridiculously small. I get that it's NYC - but turning your studio apartment into a "wine bar" is not acceptable. They wouldn't seat us because the 4th person we were waiting for wasn't there yet. However - the only place to seat a party of 3 or 4 is at a 4 top table... hmm. The rude bartender couldn't even give me a recommendation when I asked her what she suggested for wines by the glass. They finally stuck us in the corner - and after racking up a $200 bill comprised of over-priced appetizers and 9 mediocre glasses of wine between 4 people -- denied us when we wanted to order another round, instead dropping the bill on the corner of our table! We left there frustrated, hungry and lighter in the wallet... SUMMARY: Don't go here! The food isn't that good, and there is no reason to pay good money for such rudeness - you can get it for free on the streets of NYC any day!

I have been to Casellula several times over the past year, but I will NEVER GO AGAIN after I finally realized that the service is unforgivable. I have always enjoyed the food and wine selections but I can no longer overlook how rude and inconsiderate the staff is (which has not changed in several years despite many negative reviews and complaints on the internet!). When one pays a 300-400% markup for wine and $14 for four spoonfuls of macaroni and cheese, one should expect at a minimum courteous service! Do not be fooled by other reviews that simply focus on the wine and food—you will regret you ever stepped foot inside Casellula (unless, of course, you enjoy being treated like an annoyance).

The atmosphere is great, the cheese selection is also great, but the service definitely leaves a bad taste in your mouth. The waitresses had a tone of arrogance about them. If you're willing to overlook that, it's worth a visit.

The cheese selection and the brilliant condiments that compliment tickled me to death. I absolutely adore this place and can't wait to go back !!!

I've been here twice already and am very excited to go for a 3rd time tonight! I love grilled cheese sandwiches, and this place serves the best one I've ever eaten in my life. I haven't been impressed by either of the desserts I've had so far (the sticky buns and the chocolate cake), but this place is more about the wine and the cheese. The service is perfectly fine -- one woman who seated us the first time we came had a bit of a rude air about her but nothing that would spoil my experience. Also, never had to wait more then a few minutes for a table for two on a weekday evening. Overall, I love this restaurant and plan to come back many times!

The hype on this place has gotten way out off control. It is very overpriced and the service which used to be great has become super snooty. Atmosphere is still good, mostly women and gay men.

after reading reviews of the horrendous service, i was a bit nervous about the kind of experience we would have. fortunately, i had nothing to worry about. in fact, surprisingly, i thought the service was outstanding. our water glasses were refilled constantly, and the young woman behind the bar came over to refill our wine glasses when they were low. our waiter was really cordial, as well....but who even cares about the service -- the food was so outstanding! i highly recommend the grilled cheese sandwich. i'm still thinking about - yummmmm.