We ate here for Thanksgiving 2024. Have been meaning to post ever since! Life just got in the way...First off, the fact they were open for Thanksgiving was AWESOME for us since we were traveling. Quite frankly, it was the best Thanksgiving meal I've had and the fact that it was all gluten free was absolutely amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was incredible and the ambiance was perfect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]My family was traveling with our elderly dog and we were so thankful that despite the cold weather, they had outdoor seating with heat lamps and it was super comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I still have my receipt and while I forgot everyone's name, the name printed is Milos with Cashier Milan. Not sure if they are still there but they were among a very accommodating and friendly staff. Y'all are awesome. Can't wait to plan another trip to NYC again soon. read more

My adult son and I (who both have celiac disease) met for dinner when I was in NYC. He picked out Bistango because he had been pleased with them on two previous visits. It was an excellent experience as the waiter was great about understanding our dietary restrictions. The pizzas were very good, fresh ingredients and tasty. Some of the flatbread was too dry and crunchy for my liking. But overall this was a great experience and I hope to make it back. read more

Bistango - Veggie flatbread pizza on gluten free bread - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We went here because of the fact they can make the entire menu gluten free! My sister was so happy. They brought regular bread with hummus as well as gluten free bread with hummus to the table. The regular bread didn't taste very fresh. We started off with gluten free honey ricotta focaccia and the meatballs as our appetizers. The meatballs were very gristly and we had to keep taking pieces out of our mouths. However, the truffle honey ricotta focaccia was delicious ! For dinner my sister got the gluten free eggplant parm and I got the regular cavatelli with sausage. It was pretty good! For dessert we shared gluten free lava cake with raspberry sorbet and the gluten free mascarpone blueberry cheesecake which were both amazing. The staff were so kind. It's hard finding restaurants that can accommodate gluten free but this one was overall very good. read more

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ordered room service while staying at the kimberly and bistango didn't disappoint [[HIGHLIGHT]]although we never set food inside the restaurant, the atmosphere looked lovely and like a great date night in the city[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] the service team was exceptional and our food arrived quickly the lasagna was solid...not the best i've ever had but definitely not a chain nonsense. it was a bit too oily for my preference but the flavor was there and paired with a great cabernet it was a great dinner for two i would explore their menu a bit more next time im in the city read more

Bistango - Lasagna Bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Super amazing this place is great for gluten-free. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food, reasonable pricing good service really nice location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Wonderful outdoor seating classic indoor definite go to standby.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Make sure it time food spray. read more

Bistango - Gluten free flatbread - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Incredible gluten free meal that was incredibly delicious! Our waiter Milos was wonderful and we left completely stuffed. Highly recommend the arancini, chicken Parmesan and alllll of the desserts. read more

I've worked in the area for over a decade and have seen the Kimberly Hotel but never have gone in. I'm glad I actually stopped by Bistango (in the hotel) when a friend invited us to. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a nice covered outdoor section and a decent-sized indoor seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It would be really good for a business lunch or dinner because it's quite a spacious spot and you don't feel like the tables are on top of each other compared to some other Italian restaurants in the area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's definitely a different vibe, but not in a bad way. The pasta selection is really good. My wife and I both enjoyed our pastas! Our friend's steak and eggs with chimicurri also looked fantastic. All in all a solid spot read more

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Beautiful restaurant in The Kimberly Hotel. You have your choice of elegant and beautiful seating outside in front of the hotel, you can dine in the lobby, bar, or in the actual restaurant. As you enter you will see the most marvelous fish tank which prob cost over fifty thousand to put into the hotel. Truly breathtaking even if you are foreign to the world of fish tank ownership. They brough out bread complimentary to start our meal, one was gluten free bread for my girlfriend and non-gluten free bread for me. The bread was delish and warm which they brought out with a humus which had what tasted like truffle oil in it. I started with a cab that had a healthy pour and lasted me throughout the meal. Entree was the Veal Milanese - arugula, shaved fennel, cherry tomato, Pecorino cheese, balsamic glaze. The veal was enough for at least three servings, I also ordered a side of pasta Bolognese which I devoured. Pasta was fresh and homemade, and the Bolognese sauce was expertly prepared. They put basically an entire arugula salad on top of my veal, but I am not complaining, it pairs quite well if you want veal and arugula in all yours bites you surely will be able to. My girlfriend chose the mushroom farfalle. The pasta was in a truffle oil sauce, and it tasted extremely light, pairing very well with the delicious shiitake mushrooms and asparagus. I really cannot find any faults with this restaurant selection and highly recommend if you are looking for a quality meal that will not break the bank in Midtown East Manhattan. As always people SYOY!!! read more

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Bistango was amazing! Fully gluten-free and/or gluten-free available. I started with the lemon hummus and gluten-free bread a real treat. My husband's kale Caesar was light & delicious. My main dish was branzino, a white fish grilled to perfection, served with sautéed spinach & charred lemon, which had great flavor. Everything was fresh and the service was impeccable. Highly recommended!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool vibe too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Bistango - Branzino w/ lots of sauteed spinach & charred lemon. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Went here for a quick brunch with some friends service was quick although they added on an automatic 20% tip without saying anything I got the eggs Benedict with salmon and it was very salty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Casual place to have an elevated meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Came here with a friend for brunch over the weekend because I'd heard great things about this restaurant being particularly attentive regarding gluten-free dietary accommodations. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance of the restaurant was pretty nice, though lighting was a bit dark.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everything on the menu sounded really good and we had a bit of a hard time trying to figure out what to order. I got the eggs benedict with smoked salmon and a side salad, my friend got an eggs benedict with prosciutto and polenta as the base with home fries, and we shared truffle fries as an app. Overall, food was tasty and prices are reasonable for the portion sizes you get. I especially liked the truffle fries. The main disappointment from this place was that I ended up getting charged a different price than what I had written on my bill, and I would've expected a place on the fancier end (like this restaurant) to be way more careful and on top of this. I have a specific habit of tipping so that I'm always leaving a round number (maybe this is just my OCD habit lol), so it's very obvious to me whenever I see charges on my card that look off. It might've been a one-time mistake, and I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt - as the difference that I was charged wasn't that far off from what I'd written down, but it still feels a bit underhanded and makes me hesitate to come back. read more

Bistango - Bistango Benedict (with polenta and crispy prosciutto), truffle fries - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place for a nice Italian dinner near our hotel a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Times Square.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was well prepared, homemade, hot and fresh. Italian staff was warm and friendly. Highly recommended read more

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Came here twice within a span of a few years and happy to note the consistency in service. My friend made same day reservations and at first they didn't have anything for us but after a few minutes we were seated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cozy and comfortable room, elegant and quiet - the tables were well spaced.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was incredible- warm, kind accommodating and super classy. Crispy bread to start with a delightful garlic and lemon dip. My friend ordered spaghetti and meatballs - not on the menu but the waiter was eager to oblige- she loved it. I ordered the Saffron Pasta - no butter, extra cheese - very delicious but not super filling. I wished the pieces of broccoli robe were bigger. We both ordered a cocktail - the spiked cider - also good very sweet and delightful! read more

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We were staying at the Kimberly Hotel and thought it would be fun to have carry out from Bistango in our room. We spent $120 and were very disappointed!! The meatball appetizer was very unappetizingly lukewarm with very little sauce and slightly melted cheese. The arancini was all cheese and very little rice. The chicken parm hero and chicken piccata was so tough we needed a steak knife to cut it. The food was not anything you would expect to cost as much as we paid for it. It was just so-so. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very disappointing to find a mediocre restaurant in such a lovely hotel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I came here with my brother and his wife in mid-October. The menu is accommodating to everyone and I was able to order a lower carb meal featuring chicken breast, which was bone in and very moist, mushrooms, and cauliflower. It was delicious. My brother ordered the lobster ravioli and said it was amazing. They also have a great wine menu and the Barbera was especially good. The service was perfect and even they were crowded we could hold a conversation. read more

Bistango - Chicken Breast - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Bistango is completely gluten free! Everything on the menu is gluten free, which is exciting! We got several appetizers, all of them were delicious. Would definitely recommend the calamari. We were all disappointed in the main entrees. Would definitely not recommend the lasagna. It was very bland. Other entrees that my group got were just average. The chocolate lava cake is delicious! The staff was very friendly and there is plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. We made a reservation so not sure how difficult it would be getting in regularly... cute decor and a nice ambiance in the restaurant! read more

Bistango - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Absolutely love this place!! Bistango is literally my girlfriend and I favorite restaurant out of the whole city. From the first time eating at the restaurant, the food will make your mouth water and like my mom use to say is "it must be good cause y'all quiet" Then the staff provided exceptional hospitality that made the experience ten times better and makes us want to come back for more, along with the food. Now for the food, which by the way anything on the menu can be made gluten free!!! Making it gluten free you couldn't tell the difference from gluten filled food. Our go-to food choices are: Charcuterie Board w/ gluten free bread , Green Spinach Ravioli*, Pancetta Mushroom Papparadella, Tiramisu, and Pistachio Cannoli. When eating this you can taste the freshness, all the individual ingredients, and the love & care they put into each of the entrees. *Honorable mention entree: The Lasagna Bolognesewas an alternative to when the Green Spinach Ravioli, even though my girlfriend was devastated, but the lasagna did not disappoint our taste bud. To wrap it up lol we will be coming back to be in foodie heaven again! read more

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Service, including the hostess, was warm and attentive, and the dining room has a nice Tuscan charm. Food was simply excellent, especially given the difficulty for those who are gluten intolerant to find decent dining. My gluten and seafood intolerances were non-issues. Every dish was available gluten-free, without requiring any substitution. Usually a restaurant would have only one type of gluten-free pasta available, and not modify any of the desserts. Here, every type of pasta is available gluten free, and the desserts were also available gluten-free! This place is gluten free heaven! And, of course, there were more than enough non-seafood, gluten-free selections to choose from. Come here if you are celiac, gluten intolerant or simply leading a gluten-free live style!. You will not be disappointed. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by the PULSD deal this place offers! Inside the elegant Kimberly hotel, Bistango offers a reasonable ($49?) voucher for 2 to have two brunch entrees and one drink each (any cocktail counts!). Brunch items were inventive and high quality. You can also order lunch items if you prefer! Service seemed a tad understaffed, but at the same time was top-notch and white-tablecloth vibes. Definitely will return! read more

Soooo appreciate the endless gluten free options and a solid mocktail list as well. Service was good as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice intimate atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Bistango - Tuscan Kale Caesar Salad - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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For hotel dining, it's decent, but as far as Italian food goes, it's pretty average. One odd choice was serving hummus with the bread instead of olive oil or even butter - it felt a bit out of place for an Italian restaurant. The service was solid, though, with attentive staff who kept things running smoothly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]That said, the atmosphere definitely had a hotel vibe--most of the diners didn't seem to be locals, which added to the transient feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, it's fine if you're staying at the hotel, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. read more

The kitchen knows cooking and the staff knows hospitality. I was taken aback by how good it was. Workers willingly adjusted to our needs and gave great care. The food hits the mark on taste, freshness, and presentation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This spot has a charming atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Had a great experience here. Our waiters were super helpful, giving recommendations and making sure to keep our water filled and plate with bread on it. The food was all very good with the french fries really standing out. Gluten Free: Could not recommend this place enough if you are gluten free. The waiters were very knowledgable and the first thing they asked was if there were any allergies at the table. There are so many options as almost everything can be done gluten free. Having a gluten free bread to start and being able to get dessert was amazing. We went with the chocolate Lava cake for dessert and it was amazing. read more

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We had a super delightful experience at Bistango, particularly in sharp contrast to the ogles and judgmental looks from the rooftop bar of the same hotel. We came on a Saturday evening after a beautiful sunset on the rooftop of the Kimberly Hotel, and thankfully had a reservation for this quasi-busy, small, but quaint, restaurant. There are only about 10 tables in total, which meant that the waitstaff were super attentive, patient, and overall kind. The lobby was a bit quirky with the blue-backlit aquarium (in the truest sense -- coral and all) flanked with gaudy seating around. Although we were a pretty tame Bachelorette party of 7, nobody in the restaurant -- clientele or waitstaff -- treated us any differently. We ordered a burrata and truffle fries as appetisers to share, and each got a variety of flatbreads and main courses (the eggplant parmesan for me). We were surprised with not one, but TWO rounds of free champagne for all of us with hefty pours each time. We were truly floored by the generosity. In terms of food, the burrata salad was amazingly fresh with a delicious pesto I wish I had access to all of the time. The truffle fries were not overpoweringly fungi-ed, which is my usual concern. My friends only had positive things to say about the flatbreads, while my eggplant parmesan hit the spot as well -- filling, but not too heavy and just the right balance of flavours. I have zero complaints about this place. If you're in the area and want a solid positive experience, come to Bistango and you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great restaurant. Loved how easy to make reservations. We were looking for an early dinner Friday evening before going to an 8pm show on Broadway. 5:15pm, and we were one of the first tables seated. Waitstaff so polite and attentive. We started by ordering from the glass of wine selections $15/glass. I enjoyed the Italian cabernet. Others got the Rose and chardonnay. Ordered the cheese plate with extra bread. They brought hummus to accompany the bread. The cheese and fruit Plat fresh figs, dried apricots, pecans, smoked mozzarella, Manchester and cheddar $22. Then we shared the salad with apple slices $16, shared wildmushroomFlatbread. $18 and prosciutto flatbread $22. Really enjoyable, relaxing diner read more

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Cranky and starving after a day of 9/11... came back to our hotel in need of a giant Drink and food and Bistango satisfied ! Got my party of 2 in asap, yes a hotel Restaurant but an easy feed , service was nice ,food was delish ! We started with calamari ( fair but Mom was happy ) a meat flatbread ( in nyc !?) but Back to me - the Veal Milanese was perfect! Easy bread / humus starter was nice . Again - nice location after a nice day . Keep it simple ! read more

My niece who is Gluten Intolerant -ordered Gluten Free pasta. She had stomach issues before we even left the restaurant. Don't know if they mixed up the order or there was cross contamination. I ordered Chicken Piccata, and the chicken was DRY. The flat bread Pizza was just OK. The only excellent thing was the Hummus they served with the bread. VERY DISSAPOINTING. read more

One of the best gluten free meals I have had in NY. Everything can be prepared gf. I had the beat salad with citrus ricotta, pumpkin ravioli and branzino. Every bite was exquisite. The wait staff was attentive and knowledgeable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's in the lobby of a pretty hotel with great ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When I was there the play list was 80s easy listening. So much fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The meatballs are delicious, and the staff ensures you feel taken care of. Best Italian in NYC! We discovered it on accident, but now go every trip when there is a special occasion. read more

I had heard about the Kip's Bay location of Bistango, their gluten-free pasta, and other healthy options they offered. I bookmarked it only to find out it closed during the pandemic, but I was happy to find out they had a sister restaurant in the Kimberly Hotel on East 50th Street. That turned out to be more convenient anyway for Jamie W. and me since we were staying at a hotel just a few blocks away in Midtown East. Good thing since there was a cloudburst when we decided to make a reservation and go over there. Whether it was COVID-19 or the rain, the restaurant looked relatively empty except for one boisterous party. Tables were well spaced and the lighting was subtly dim. Right away we received a complimentary serving of their housemade Hummus with grilled baguette slices (photo; https://bit.ly/3nLrVoi). That was disappearing at an alarming rate just as our antipasti arrived, the $20 Burrata. It was a rich dollop of traditional cow milk cheese on top of toasted ciabatta and topped with a slice of prosciutto cotto and shaved black truffle (photo: https://bit.ly/3EIf8dh). It was tasty though a bit on the overkill side especially after the hummus. We also decided to share the $13 Baby Beets, which were served with plenty of ricotta, toasted pistachios, and baby greens (photo: https://bit.ly/3mEfUSh). Jamie took advantage of the pasta menu and went for the $24 Cavatelli. The dish featured Italian sausage, kale, Calabrian chili, and stracciatella (photo: https://bit.ly/3q0bojd). I was jealous as I ordered the $26 Red Snapper, a hefty grilled fillet festooned with cherry tomato halves and sitting atop julienned squash. For my particular taste, the one flaw was the excessive amount of lemon basil butter sauce (photo: https://bit.ly/3BQdiFr). We didn't have room for dessert. Seriously. But for old school Italian with some new American touches, I think Bistango is worth a try. FOOD - 4 stars...pasta and burrata are the best bets here AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the vintage-style hotel setting works for the Italiano vibe SERVICE - 4 stars...good though a bit too polished if you know what I mean TOTAL - 4 stars... more old school than I expected but still quite good RELATED - Hungry in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs read more

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I'm updating my review from a few years ago SERVICE- still excellent our waiter was superb FOOD - you should try the meatballs appetizer it is excellent and the sauce is super flavorful. Wife had the gluten free arincini that was to die for (according to her - LOL) The black linguine with clams was also tasty. If they used local Long Island clams it would be the bomb. Try the lasagne (gluten free) it is really good DESERT- we are ordering the lava cake and gluten free terimisu will get back to you later on them. PRICE - still the draw back. Not for the thin wallet I suppose LOL read more

Bistango - View from inside. It is connected to the Kimberly Hotel - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place offers a beautiful ambience with an elegant vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was top-notch, and every dish was exceptional - you truly can't go wrong with the menu. read more

I haven't had meatballs in years due to gluten. These were AMAZING! The sauce was soooo good too! Oh ya, and the pre meal bread was also gluten free and the best I've tasted! Normally I watch my friends eat the bread. Was so happy to join in! Prosciutto flatbread! Delish! Even people who eat gluten will love this place. Stefan and the other person with amazing eyelashes whose name I didn't get were so sweet and reassuring that the food was safe. Highly recommend! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Good gluten free pasta options in a beautiful restaurant off of the San Carlos Hotel in midtown.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Servers were attentive and ambience was lively at the holidays.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The calamari were excellent and the cheese and charcuterie platters were oversized and generous portions. read more

Most restaurants in hotels tend to be a bit overpriced, overpacked, and overrated. Yet Bistango does a pretty good job being a decent spot amidst corporate midtown. I would've rated this a solid four stars, especially on the eggplant parm alone. But the pizza was incredibly average and slightly undercooked. Their waitstaff was super accommodating, so might be worth another go. read more

I really enjoyed Bistango. Some of my family members must eat gluten free and they were well accommodated here. The food was very good. Service was warm and friendly and the ambiance was lovely and simple. read more

Bistango - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Great service and nice wine selection. Got an amazing chicken entree and arugula salad. Chicken was super moist. All of the servers and managers were attentive and accommodating. Complimentary gluten free bread and hummus was very tasty. Restaurant is located in the lobby of the beautiful Kimberly hotel. I highly recommend. read more

Bistango - Delicious Bell and Evans Chicken. Very flavorful mushrooms and cauliflower. Chicken was super moist. - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

SUCH A HIDDEN GEM!! Everything on the menu can be made gluten free and they have dairy free cheese as well! I get the chicken Parmesan which is almost impossible to find anywhere gluten and dairy free. It's beyond incredible and comes with a side of yummy pasta (also can ask for gluten free!). Also don't sleep on the humus and gluten free bread to start-- some of the best I've had. This has become a go to restaurant for me read more

We had an excellent dinner here and highly recommend. The pasta was excellent , good service and loved the Brunello they had by the glass. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Intimate setting with good service[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . read more

They handled food allergies extremely well with anything on the menu available gluten free. My husband enjoyed the honey crisp salad with steak and said it was delicious. My kiddo had the lasagne which I tried and thought was very yummy. I had the wild mushroom tagliatelle and it was very good. We shared the chocolate lava cake which was solid. Wait staff was very attentive and helpful. read more

Bistango - Wild Mushroom tagliatelle - Italian Near Me - New York, New York