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John's of 12th Street

John's of 12th Street, located on E 12th Street in the East Village, has been serving traditional old school Italian classics since 1908. Alongside their red-sauce Italian specialties, they offer vegan versions and are great for groups and parties. From thick and chewy housemade pappardelle to sweet ragu packed with tender shredded short rib, this restaurant has something for everyone. Come experience why it's a John's thing!
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03/18/2025

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02/25/2025

John's of 12th Street is proud to receive the Sluurpy badge for

"Recommended Restaurant 2025"

"Your restaurant is among the most recommended by Sluurpy's 44 million users!"

09/16/2024

To our loyal John's of 12th Street family,
our page was unfortunately hacked and some political ads were posted unbeknownst to us. John's of 12th Street is not political in anyway. We welcome people from all backgrounds, opinions, beliefs. Thank you for your patronage and support for the past 116 plus years! We look forward to seeing you soon.

Sincerely,

The management of John's of 12th Street

07/05/2024

We are excited to announce we now offer catering for your business or private event. Give us a call at 212-475-9531 and let our amazing food come to you.
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09/16/2023

Where the joy and warmth awaits you.

04/06/2023

We cherish our guests! Beautiful people.

02/25/2023

It’s a John’s thing.
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02/08/2023

If it's good enough for it's good enough for me. Tried the Tuscan Ragu over Homemade Pappardelle at and I will definitely be going back. Super thick and chewy noodles with a sweet ragu packed with lots of tender shredded short rib. -

01/24/2023

In the guise of peace treaty, Joe Masseria lured Umberto Valenti to John’s of 12th Street for his last meal.

Address

302 E 12th Street
New York, NY
10003

To get to the Tuscan restaurant located on E 12th Street, visitors can take the L train to First Avenue and then walk 3 blocks east to reach the location. Alternatively, they can take the M14D bus which stops right outside the restaurant.

For those driving, there are several parking garages nearby such as Icon Parking on 14th Street and Seward Park Cooperative Parking Garage on East Broadway. However, street parking may be limited in this area.

Website

http://johnsof12thstreet.com/

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What people say

John's of 12th Street is a Tuscan restaurant located in the East Village of New York City that has been serving traditional old school Italian classics since 1908. What sets this restaurant apart is their commitment to providing vegan versions of their red sauce dishes, making it a great option for all dietary preferences. The Tuscan Ragu over Homemade Pappardelle is a must-try dish, with thick and chewy noodles paired with a sweet ragu packed with tender shredded short rib. The restaurant is also perfect for groups and parties, as they offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere. John's of 12th Street has even been visited by famous figures such as the Caped Crusader himself! With such a rich history and dedication to quality food, it's no wonder why John's of 12th Street continues to be a beloved spot in the East Village dining scene.