Max SoHa
Max SoHa is a good Italian restaurant on Amsterdam Avenue at 123rd St.
Note that it doesn't serve pizza. And it only accepts cash. Seating is tight, but somewhat better in warm weather, when its outdoor deck is open.
The gnocchi is cheap - and divine.
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