Nothing like turning west from First Avenue onto East 11th Street yesterday … and seeing the contents of one of your favorite shops out on the sidewalk.
Gah.
Turns out that the folks at Russo's are just doing some electrical/repair work.
Back open tomorrow, per the sign.
Now we'll go to New York magazine for a quickie overview:
Russo's has endured for a long time — they opened in 1908. Inside this diminutive shop, you'll find every Italian provision you'd expect — fresh ravioli, tortellini, gnocchi and linguini, cheese, olive oil, and canned tuna imported from Italy, as well as sausage, pepperoni, anchovies, and pignoli nuts.
Updated 8/7
Russo's reopened for business this afternoon around 3. There is a new floor and faux-brick walls ... not to mention two new display cases under the front counter... we didn't take any photos, as they were still getting things put back together. Food is the same!
