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Emporio, which means “local grocery store” in Italian, is a rustic Roman-style trattoria, managed by the same team responsible for the successful Aurora Brooklyn, Montesacro and Evelina restaurants. After opening in 2009, Emporio became a dining destinations known for excellent food delivered in a relaxed and authentic setting.


Literally an Emporio, the restaurant offers a superior selection of quality Italian provisions, including local cheeses, artisanal and house cured charcuterie, raw bar, fritti, wood-fired pizzas, homemade pastas and traditional Roman entrees. The menu concept is far ranging and flexible, allowing clients to design a meal suitable for their palette and their price point.

In addition to traditional dining service, Emporio offers family style meals at communal tables as well as specials that include glasses of wine with antipasti and a pizza + prosecco break.