The ever-so-stylish Carbone continues to captivate audiences with its striking interior and smartly dressed servers who work the floor with a bit of flirt and flair. Reservations remain scarce and prices sky high at this big and bold ode to Italian-American cuisine. Dinner reigns supreme, though crowds are present at all times, largely thanks to the sense of history that pervades the space—imagine plush banquettes, impressive ceramics, and glittering chandeliers. Mid-century classics are the focus of this menu. Tuck into crusty garlic bread, olive oil-dunked mozzarella, or a trio of meatballs with melted cheese and a fried basil leaf to be followed by evergreen hits like rigatoni alla vodka or spaghetti alla gricia. The chocolate hazelnut cake is pure pleasure.