Patsy's
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | 1944 |
| Founder | Pasquale "Patsy" Scognamillo |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | New York City, Atlantic City |
Key people | Sal Scognamillo (head chef) |
| Products | Italian-American cuisine |
Patsy's is an Italian-American dining establishment owned and operated by a family, situated at 236 West 56th Street in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Its employees are members of UNITE HERE Local 100.
History
Established in 1944 by Pasquale "Patsy" Scognamillo, the restaurant has seen only three head chefs throughout its eight decades: the founder Patsy, his son Joe Scognamillo—who has been involved since childhood—and Joe's son Sal Scognamillo, who has been at the culinary helm for the last 25 years.
Reviews
In 2013, Zagat assigned Patsy's a food score of 23 and placed it ninth in their rankings.
Celebrity appeal
Renowned as Frank Sinatra's preferred dining spot, Patsy's continues to welcome Sinatra's family members whenever they visit New York.
Expansion
Starting as a sole location, Patsy's launched its inaugural franchise in 2008 inside the Hilton hotel in Atlantic City. Although there are minor variations in both decor and menu offerings, this branch has garnered positive feedback from critics and patrons alike, preserving the essence and quality of the original venue.