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    Cafe Fiorello

    3.6 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Quinoa & Avocado Salad with shrimp
    Laura P.

    Went here for lunch with my family before the ballet. It's conveniently located across from Lincoln Center. Although the place was busy and the service was quick, I was not super thrilled with the food. Presentation of food was nice though. We started off with beets, they were ok. I ordered the quinoa and avocado salad with shrimp. It was good, but I have had better. Would not go running back.

    Front door
    Susan B.

    We were walking down the street checking out menus when Fiorellos menu caught my eye. It offers a vegetable antipasto. I love vegetables. I ordered the mushrooms, the vegetable tart and the artichoke . You had the option to choose three or five kinds of vegetables. The mushrooms were a little spicey but good. The other two had mire subtle but interesting tastes

    So DELICIOUS!! This is my half portion of Caccio y Peppe with fried artichokes. Excellent!!
    Reva R.

    My eggplant parmigiana was truly one of the best I have ever had. Eggplant parmigiana is one of my all time, favorite dishes, so I love to order it as my first choice in an Italian restaurant. And, It was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS here !!! I loved that I could also order a half portion of pasta with my entree. Food wishes do come true ....sometimes LOL....The menu has a large variety of selections, truly, something to please everyone, and I was wishing that I could taste the Cacio y Pepe spaghetti with fried artichokes, but I had decided to order eggplant parmigiana as my main course. I did see on the large menu that I could add a half portion of pasta, with my entree, however, the pasta I wanted to try was not on that list. So, for all those people who don't like to ask...I did ask, and our server brought it to our table, and it was DELICIOUS! We were too full to order dessert, since we finished our lovely, generous portions. But, NEXT TIME, I will order dessert!! I shall pace myself LOL. My friend had the Caesar salad and added the chicken paillard. She enjoyed the salad, and I consider her a Caesar salad expert, since she orders it so often, but she said that the chicken paillard, was good, but she has had better. Since I didn't taste it, (she offered) I can only say that the dish was served beautifully and it was a generous portion. See my photos. In brief-I LOVED MY MEAL, the service was very nice, the hostess outside was so very nice, she was professional, friendly, and welcoming. The epitome of a fine hostess . I absolutely recommend Cafe Fiorella! Make a reservation if you can, but, if you are dining spur of the moment, don't hesitate to visit the restaurant. There is lovely outdoor seating, as well as indoor seating. I look forward to my return visit !!

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    Ingrid P.

    Cafe Fiorello has been a stellar fixture in the areas surrounding Lincoln Center for The Performing Arts since 1974. Known as the institution for its authentic breakfast, lunch, brunch & dinner; when people arrive they feel at home. A shocker to believe, that around LCPA; Cafe Fiorello is moderately price and deliciously amazing. Serving old-school Italian food, priced and charm, family-run atmosphere, and traditional red-sauce dishes, Cafe Fiorello's long-standing of exceptional and exquisite Food, Service and authenticity. if you LOVE savoring authentic Italian cuisine...what are you waiting for? Cafe Fiorello is waiting to serve you.

    Peter S.

    I have eaten here many times, and have never been disappointed with either the food or the outstanding service. However on March 14th I sat by the front window and ordered brunch. At the same time I noticed the preparation at the anti pasta bar which I've always found to be of the best quality and freshness. I ordered scrambled eggs with bacon and coffee specifically I asked for eggs that were well done and I asked for a coffee with skim milk. The eggs arrived very loose and I never received the coffee, except afterwards I was asked if I wanted coffee with dessert. Also, none of the tables were set with salt and pepper. I did complain to management. However it was a pleasure observing the anti pasta bar server bring out of the fresh anti pasta.

    Eggplant and pepperoni chicken parm
    Cherie G.

    Wow! Packed after the Opera. Make reservations. Great food, tight space. Some people were at bar and huge line when we left.

    Service was amazing! The multiple waiters were so observant, prompt, and professional. My family and I went for an outing to see a Shen Yun performance at Lincoln Center. We had the Italian loaf with truffle spread, prosciutto di Parma pizza, black label cheeseburger with Cacio e Pepe fries, and the lemon chicken piccata with spaghetti on the side. We had some refreshing zero-proof drinks. Everything was delicious! I'd come here again!

    Caprese Salad
    Chantelle W.

    The service is always top notch. The prix fixe is a steal. I had the Caprese salad and the chicken parm. It was delicious. Followed by the tiramisu. I'm not huge on tiramisu but this one was especially good. Not too sweet, not too soft and perfect amount of coffee.

    Chicken Parmigiana Alla Vodka
    Lindsay S.

    this is our go to spot before seeing a show at Lincoln Center and I definitely recommend making a reservation here as far as you can. The service is very attentive and they move you in and out of there quickly, especially if you let them know that you are seeing a show. The portions are decently sized, so usually my family and I end up sharing some of the vegetable anti-pasta and then a few entrées amongst all of us. The chicken Parm is nothing to brag about, but it does the trick and is very tender. The lamb special was delicious with very tender meat and mashed potatoes. They have food for all types of diets here and the atmosphere is very New York City

    Mousse
    Tamara L.

    I have to say I was wowed with my meal tonight. I was hesitant given the score on yelp. The apps were pretty small so if you're sharing with a big group order many. When the meal started I was underwhelmed seeing that BUT my main really sold me. I ordered the crab and avocado salad. I was worried it would be a puny salad with little to no crab which was a gamble for the price point. But I was happily surprised with the plentiful portion of crab! It had a TON! The salad was perfect! Well chopped and filling. Then we ordered several desserts to share and couldn't even finish them. Great meal. Glad I came back after one bad date experience

    Cara S.

    Cafe Fiorello is a New York classic, especially for a decent meal before seeing a show at Lincoln Center. I have been coming here for a pre-ballet pizza pie since I was a kid. The pizza here is a must, and has an especially thin and crispy crust. On this particular occasion I also ordered a caesar salad, which was excellent. The salad is large and comes with just lettuce, cheese, and croutons, but they will add other toppings for you free of charge. The dressing was definitely house-made and was incredible. The service here was also excellent. The food came quickly, which is important, especially when you have a show to catch next door!

    Margherita
    Shefali P.

    Vegetarian friendly! Butternut squash lasagna does not have pasta. It is just squash and cheese which I did not mind but it was not what I expected. Hoping to save you guys from that same let down. Not shown, Caprese salad: I did not love it. I wanted to because the pizza was delicious but the caprese salad was lacking in my opinion, the burrata was extremely fresh but the rest of the salad was just lacking. Thin crust margerita pizza definitely recommended as an appetizer and not a meal.

    Cesar salad
    Elizabeth K.

    I highly recommend Cafe Fiorello. Yes its right across the street from Lincoln Center, so you may think its a tourist trap (wrong!). Yes there will be out of towners there at any time, but it showcases why NYC is a top tier city for restaurants. It can handle large groups as well as walk-ins without a reservation, even at peak times. The wait staff is attentive and the food very delicious. I'm always happy to go there when attending an event in the area

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    Excellent food. The restaurant is a bit noisy but it's a good ambience and the food was amazing.

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    Ci Siamo

    4.4(843 reviews)
    1.6 miChelsea, Midtown West
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    The food was fabulous and the 6 of us really enjoyed our meal. What made it even more special was…read moreMadeline Maldonado, the sommelier. She answered all our questions (and we had many!), she recommended a great wine for the table and a superb Bourbon that we had never tasted before (Pinhook). Also four great Cabernet recommendations. She is a true gem and a real tribute to your organization. Well done!

    TL;DR: Crowded Italian spot with pricey but large portions. A bit salty, but good flavors…read moreotherwise. Best dishes: Cast Iron Focaccia or Caramelized Onion Torta to share. Baba Al Rum was also tasty, as was the Orecchiette. Rigatoni was salty, but well-flavored. I visited a popular Italian restaurant from the Union Square Hospitality group with a group of five others. The restaurant is quite large, and although it was somewhat noisy, the tables were spaced apart enough that it was easy to hear everyone. We had an early dinner at 5:45 PM, which took quite a while, but I didn't mind. To drink, I went with the Bitter Giuseppe for $19, with Cynar 45.3, Punt e Mes, lemon, and sea salt. I'm a fan of most Negronis, and this was a particularly bitter version. The bit of lemon and sea salt added a unique but enjoyable flavor at the end, though in retrospect, the salt probably wasn't super necessary. Two of us split, and eventually, a few of us ordered their signature appetizer, the $18 Cast Iron Focaccia, with tomato conserva, a mixture of crushed tomatoes, olive oil, and Calabrian chili. The bread was fresh and warm, albeit a tad oily and salty, but it paired wonderfully with the conserva. As someone who doesn't like it when bread is extra, this was delicious and worth it. Another person ordered the $18 Insalata Verde. It was very large, but fairly basic, with a vinaigrette that had a citrusy and mustardy flavor. There was also the Caramelized Onion Torta for $27, which was very large, as expected for the price point. It had a creamy and tangy flavor from the Pecorino Toscano with some sweetness from the onion. It was delicious, but very heavy, and I would recommend that around three or four people split it alongside the focaccia. Finally, there was also the $15 Pizza Bianca, which was easily the smallest of all the plates, but they still enjoyed it. My main dish was the Orecchiette for $26, with ramps, pistachio, and pecorino. Like most of their dishes, the portion size was quite large, with plenty of pasta, which was perfectly cooked. The ramps added a touch of sweetness, although I would have liked a few more nuts. Additionally, there was almost too much pecorino, which made the dish slightly salty, but it was still enjoyable. As a side, I got the $19 Grilled Asparagus with dates, vermouth, and blue cheese, which came with many pieces of lightly charred asparagus. While there was plenty of funky blue cheese, I would have preferred more dates. Two of the others got the Rigatoni Alla Gricia for $30. The portion was large, and I tried a bit while they tried mine. The noodles were again cooked perfectly, and while there was a lot of guanciale, this was easily the saltiest of all the dishes. For dessert, I chose their Baba AU Rum for $18, which was uniquely mixed with chocolate and orange. The presentation was a bit off, as it looked like a certain emoji, but the flavor made up for it. The subtle hint of rum paired with the bitter-sweet chocolate and orange. The dark chocolate-covered orange slice on top was a nice touch as well. Someone else got a tart, and one other person got the Gelati, which resulted in one of the only faults during service. She heard it was two scoops, and ordered espresso stracciatella and hazelnut, but was given two separate orders for $12 each. The gelato was good, but unlike most things, definitely not worth it for the price. I liked the appetizers much more, but I found the food good overall. Tasty dessert, and the portions make up at least a bit for the relatively higher prices.

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    L'Artusi - Amatraciana - incredible

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    4.3(2.7k reviews)
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    We really enjoyed our counter dining experience at L'Artusi, especially the chance to watch the…read morebustling open kitchen in action. We started with the housemade focaccia and Wagyu carpaccio--both were outstanding, with the perfect balance of crispy, flavorful, and fresh elements. My partner and I shared the pasta, hangar steak, and potatoes, which turned out to be the ideal amount for two. We finished with the famous olive oil cake, which we loved for its subtly sweet, moist and tender bite. Served with lightly whipped cream and raisins, the combination was surprisingly delicious. We were also touched by the complimentary anniversary scoop of ice cream. The interior seating is a bit snug, but the decor is beautiful--elegant yet homey. The service was good as well. Overall, we highly recommend L'Artusi for a special night out!

    L'Artusi has been on my radar for a while, ever since I heard it was a hot spot and saw reviews of…read moreit being one of the best Italian restaurants in NYC. Being Italian American, I'm hypercritical of spots like these - but nevertheless the positive reviews were overwhelming so I wanted to check it out for myself. One of my friends and I were looking to catch up, so I booked a table and off we went. While it can be tricky to get a reservation during prime dinner time, it's relatively easy to get a lunch reservation - or an early/late dinner. I managed to get a reservation for dinner at 9:15pm which was the earliest I could find. The restaurant is pretty unassuming on the outside - it looks like a converted brownstone and once inside we were greeted by a large space with a sceney vibe. The space is split between two levels with a large bar up front and a semi-open kitchen in the back. The decor was modern - with lots of greys and neutral tones which was a little unexpected. The main star of the menu is pasta, but they also have a few non-pasta mains as well as some crudo selections, apps, and sides. We decided to get a few apps, two pastas, and one side. To start, we went with the octopus, roasted mushrooms, burrata crostone, and focaccia. These were all really good, but my favorite was the mushrooms. I'm usually not a fan of mushrooms but these were prepared with red pepper and fried egg and were delicious; it cut through the earthiness and changed the texture to something I really enjoyed. The focaccia was also a standout - it's house made and was paired with a peppery oil that complemented the bread well. For mains we split two pastas - the caccio e pepe and the rigatoni. Both of these were very good, though I felt the rigatoni was the stronger dish. It was prepared with sausage ragu, soppressata, broccoli rabe pesto, and pecorino. The flavors worked really well together and the pasta was cooked al dente. The caccio e pepe was perfectly fine, I just feel it's been overplayed and didn't feel there was anything that stood out amongst the others I've tried. We also got a broccoli rabe as a side which was great. We couldn't leave without dessert and decided to get their olive oil cake and quattro formaggio cheesecake. The restaurant is known for the former - it was perfectly fine but I've had olive oil cakes elsewhere of the same or better quality. The cheesecake was the stronger dessert IMO - the combination of cheeses gave it an interesting, almost savory flavor. The brûlée top and mascerated strawberries were great texture and flavor complements. Service was great - the place was packed but service was consistently on point and everyone was friendly. Overall, I had a good experience at L'Artusi. While everything was very good, I'm struggling to find the exact reason why this place became such a hot spot compared to other Italian spots in the city. Nevertheless, you'll have a good meal here and I would definitely return if given the opportunity.

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    Trattoria Trecolori

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    It was difficult getting a reservation for the time we wanted so I booked for 45 minutes later. We…read morearrived at our desired time, told the hostess we were early and immediately seated. Water and excellent bread arrived immediately and the waiter was helpful describing dishes and giving advice. Salads were fresh and crisp. Caesar was nicely dressed and the mixed salad was a nice combination with well balanced herb vinaigrette. Seafood dishes had large amounts of fresh seafood and the veal picatta had the lemony flavor you expect without excessive acidity. Dessert was tasty and innovative. The ricotta based cheese cake wasn't as smooth as the cream cheese form but the citrus flavor was great. Throughout the meal water and bread were refilled, plates from completed courses removed and next delivered without being overly hovering. All in all a really great meal.

    This was my first time at this restaurant and the only reason I selected it was because it was…read moreclose to the theatre I was attending (literally across the street). I read the reviews mostly good so I was hoping for the best. My friends and I were not disappointed. The first thing I noticed was there were 7 people in my party and 4 arrived early and did not have to wait for my arrival to be seated. Second the waiter who took our order was polite and on point with specials and knowledge of the menu. He (just never caught his name) suggested the Rigatoni which chicken and sausage. I am not really a pasta eater but baby that dish could change that; it was DELICIOUS. I even liked the anchovy dressing on my Caesar Salad and I dislike anchovies. All the dishes ordered (chicken parm, mussels chicken paillard etc.) everyone enjoyed them immensely. The only negative was when the Chicken Paiikard arrived it was supposed to a shared dish by the elderly couple and they asked for regular dinner plates from one of the servers. It took the gentleman who took our order to step in and said sure, lucky their food was still hot. Common Sense is not so common for all. But this will not lower my rating as it was taken care of swiftly. The portions were the perfect size and I was not stuffed but pleasantly satified. We told them the time of our show, food was out quickly, nicely presented, still hot and very tasty. The restaurant was not noisy and had space between the tables. It also had an elevator for those who could not manage stairs. Trattoria Trecolori you will be added to my must go again list! Thank for a wonderful experience!

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