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Cellini Italian Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan

3.8 (208 reviews)
PriceyItalian
Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Moderate noise
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Dressy
Outdoor seating

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Sahas G.

Went to Cellini with a group of four and was ushered to a table upstairs. Once there, the wait staff was quite terse with us and didn't really attend to us for the majority of our meal--hence the three star review. Food-wise, no major complains. We ordered the octopus (which wasn't exactly what I was expecting/wouldn't order again) and for my main I got the Spada alla livornese (center cut swordfish). The swordfish was super tender and definitely worth a recommendation. As a side note, I'd suggest trying to ask for a larger table (if yours in unsatisfactory). Our table for four was barely able to fit everyone's entree.

Beet raviolis
Deron R.

Efficient, prompt service during the lunch hour of a packed house! Bread, olive oil and balsamic start you off. My friends went with the Rigatoni Bolognese and the seafood medley respectively. Yum I went with the Beet Ravioli special which was delicious! I'll be back for dinner- no complaints...

M G.

Excellent service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Excellent food with great ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We visit the city every year and I very much enjoyed it.

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Sam S.

The food was all pretty good, but for the price I feel like I expected a bit more. The bread to start came with some really nice warm, soft pieces which I really had to limit myself so I wouldn't eat too much before the rest of the food came out. Out of the appetizers, the octopus was by far my favorite; it was much softer and more tender than most octopus I have had elsewhere. Most of the other appetizers were just alright and some did not even get finished by my table. For my main course I ordered the pescatore risotto which came with a lot of variety and quantity of seafood. I thought that I would have enough food to take home a box of leftovers, but I ended up eating the whole thing in one sitting. For a work lunch, it was pleasant, but I probably would not come back on my own.

Tre Funghi
Amod G.

While visiting NYC I was craving some good Italian food and all the places I tried to book was booked. Got really lucky with this one and it had some availability. I loved it here. I tried glass of Malbec which was really nice. Service was good and quick. Staff was friendly. In food I had Tri Fungi Risotto and it was delicious. Had a perfect balance of taste. This place overall is a good option for casual hangout with friends/family as well as dates. Ambiance is great, food is nice and service is quick would definitely recommend. P.S. I see there are lot of reviews about this place being relatively expensive and it is. But it is a decent restaurant right in the city so I would definitely expect that.

$25 spaghetti. Very small portion and 2 small meatballs - it was very good though.
Kent V.

I came here for lunch while visiting the city for the holidays. I wanted a nice Italian restaurant close to the hotel. The inside of the restaurant felt cozy. Service was great and my food was good, i just expected more for the price i paid. I love spaghetti and meatballs and it was the only item on their menu that said it was a favorite so i expected it to be amazing. For $25, it came with two small meatballs which were good, and the sauce in the spaghetti was delicious but overall the portion was small. My mom ordered a chicken dish with cheese on top and spinach, which was also good but pretty simple. Their old fashioned was really strong which is always a good thing and it had cherries at the bottom. The bread that came to the table was really delicious and had some kind of cheese baked in it. Overall, it was a good meal, just smaller portions for the price. I would come back and try them for dinner though. Maybe I didn't order the best thing on their menu!?

Luis & Franklin aka the best
Destyni T.

I threw a birthday get together here for a party of 14 and I have nothing but great things to say! In Manhattan, it's pretty difficult to find dining accommodations for a big group, but Cellini is a hidden gem. They have a private room downstairs that we were hosted at, the food was amazing, and the service was top notch. Servers Luis and Franklin made sure we were well taken care of! We all had so much fun and I will definitely be coming back! I would give this place a 6/5 if I could. PS the seafood pasta was one of the best pastas I've ever had

Pasta

This is a hands on chef driven restaurant that stands out among the Italian Restaurants in the area and there are many. The dining room, though a little formal is comfortable and the service was excellent all around. We had a multi-course dinner and I can't think of one item I did not enjoy and my friends thought the same. Pastas are made in house and thankfully are not over sauced and the taste of the fresh ingredients really came through. Cellini is an excellent choice for Italian dining.

Lobster Ravioli,  chicken parm
susan r.

Great service great Palm beyonce and lovely food. I had a delicious lemon drop then the lobster ravioli which was Fabulous. My husband had the classic chicken parmesan and it was delicious. We followed with cappuccino and creme brulee which was also great.

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Are you going to the Joyce for a wonderful evening of dance ?…read more Do you prefer a location close by ? Is inexpensive Italian food a preferred choice ? If you answered "yes" to all three, then Fumo is a place to seriously consider. The restaurant is bright and comfortable. The service is fast and attentive. The menu has lots of excellent choices. The portions are generous. The prices are very reasonable. There you go ! Fumo is for you, (at least the Chelsea location) is for you. Any drawbacks ? youi ask.....well, yes, there is one, and it should be cosnidered. The restaurant is so so so popular that the noise level can be a bit ..... shall we say "daunting." Fumo is a great place but if you want a soft, quiet place to have a serious conversation, maybe save it for another time....

The experience was very disappointing. The menu labels many items as gluten free, but I was told…read morethere's cross contamination. This means those dishes aren't truly gluten free for people with celiac disease or anyone who has to avoid gluten. When I pointed that out to my server, he just gave me a blank stare. I tried to explain why labeling those items as gluten free is misleading, but he seemed completely disinterested, even annoyed, dismissed what I was saying, and simply responded that the pasta is gluten free. I acknowledged that the server doesn't write the menu, but absolutely zero customer service skills. The service overall was lacking. Aside from taking our order, no one checked on us or came back to see if we needed anything. Our server was just hanging out chatting up the hostess. We had to request the bill from the manager & paid at the hostess stand. Before paying, I spoke with the manager and explained what had occured. He was more professional than the server, but he was still dismissive of my concerns and of the service we received. Management seemed happy enough to promote the "option". The food was okay, definitely not enough to make up for the poor service and handling of a serious dietary issue. Needless to say I will not be returning.

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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.

Delicious and dependable! I've been going here for years and it's still one of my favorite spots…read morebefore or after a Broadway show. It works especially well for a mixed group since they have plenty of options including dishes without meat and everyone can find something. Even my picky niece and nephew were happy. My favorite entree is the Capellini Puttanesca, with capers, olives, basil, and anchovies. It's super tasty, satisfying, and the perfect portion. I also love that they offer wine by the glass and the service is consistently attentive. The waiters are always moving through the room, checking tables, refilling water, and making sure people have what they need. It's good, reliable, and near Broadway. NOTES/TIPS: **Reservations recommended via Google, Open Table; wheelchair accessible; clean bathrooms.

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2nd floor dining area
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Cellini Italian Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan - italian - Updated July 2026

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