Stone floors, brick walls and wooden beams create a simple, rustic setting at La Giara in New York. The ambiance perfectly matches the menu of authentic Italian dishes, many of which are created in the restaurant's wood-burning brick oven. While deliberating over entrees patrons can begin with appetizers like Beef Carpaccio, Stuffed Artichokes and Grilled Calamari. Homemade pastas burst with freshness in meals like Mushroom Ravioli and Pappardelle with Asparagus and Shrimp. Hearty appetites can savor entrees like Sauteed Monk Fish, Clay-Baked Salmon and Grilled Sirloin Steak. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from noon to 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon to 11:00 p.m. and Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.