Pricey but nice ambiance as well sat by the window. Just had wine and cheesecake and it was delicious. Romantic setting.

What a delightful local spot! The team is amazing -- Arta, the bartender, makes fantastic cocktails; Benny, the manager/owner is always welcome; and Ray, the captain, always takes great care of the guests. And the food is always . Definitely make sure to stop by if you're in the neighborhood! read more

Il Tinello - Osso bucco, cacio e pepe - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is special. I'm an Italian and I can say this is some of the best Italian food I've ever had. The service is prompt and attentive. The place has an old school kind of service type vibe. My wife I thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. read more

We stumbled upon this place on Yelp. We saw that it had a 4.8 rating and HAD to try. I'm Italian so we are critics of italian restaurants. The warm welcome you get at the door is soooo inviting. Such a nice smiling faces. The ambiance is truly intimate and the place is small but it's perfect for a cozy night out. Ray was our waiter and was an absolute angel. If you want to feel like your being served by family, come here immediately. He made all wonderful recommendations and the FOOOOOOD. Holy moly, absolute perfection. Calamari was fresh and crunchy. The cacio e pepe, veal ravioli, and mushroom risotto were passed at our table of 3. They surprised us with cannolis and a candle for my birthday and limoncello on the house. Excellent service all around!!!! read more

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One of the best kept secrets in midtown. Delicious food and service is on point. The owner makes you feel like family. The cacio e Pepe and shrimp arrabbiata are off the charts. Definitely coming back. read more

I have been eating here for several years and it is still going strong without standing food and a welcoming atmosphere! The staff is amazing and extremely responsive. read more

Went here for dinner on the recommendation of my boss, and was extremely impressed with both the food and the quality of service. Demetria behind the bar was wonderful, was super sociable and lovely to talk to, and made sure I had everything I needed throughout my dining experience. She's great at her job, and you can tell the regulars also love her. I got to meet a few of them, including the hilarious Greg - whose photo is up on the wall. If you go there and meet Greg, please ask him about his photo! He loves it! The calamari was among some of the best I've ever had, and the chicken martini entree was melt in your mouth delicious. I will most certainly come back here whenever I'm in town! read more

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Discovered what is going to be a great neighborhood gem serving classic Italian cuisine with on point service and great cocktails in A cozy environment. I really enjoyed the food and the focus Of the service on getting the simple things right - as I entered the restaurant a couple walking out stopped to tell myself and my fellow diner how good the food was - as well as the martini's mixed by AJ. Well the food did not disappoint - the spaghetti carbonara recommended by the departing guests was quite excellent, as were the other dishes. Great work! read more

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Flawless every time. Superb food, which is paramount. Attentive, anticipatory service. And a lovely environment -- bustling, but you can still hear your friends. Worth the trip from another borough. read more

IL TINELLO EAST is a classic midtown Manhattan Ristorante with a retro vibe. Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack would love this hidden treasure. Upon arriving, we immediately received a warm welcome from the owner, Benny, and hostess, Denetria. While listening to soft standards music in the background; we enjoyed a well-crafted martini and a lovely Prosecco poured by Miss Mixologist, Arta. We recommend guests stop by the cozy bar for a leisurely cocktail before dinner and or a dessert after dining. Flaming Bananas Foster with strawberries tuck in if it's your choice, is served tableside. Benny really delivered this show-stopping dessert. The lasagna (when available) and shrimp scampi was full of favor ... noodles were the perfect texture. A pleasant culinary experience. They offered a complimentary cordial, Grappa, after our dining experience. That makes the Ristorante extra special besides the congenial and efficient wait-staff. Don't miss the authentic Italiano cuisine professionally provided by IL Tinello East. Buon Appetito! We'll joyfully return to our new Italiano Famiglia in September 2024. "Mama Bear" and Reggie. Three Visits in October 2023 read more

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Absolute neighborhood gem. Service is always on point and the food is fresh and traditional. Lights are dimmed perfectly for an ambiant night out. My favorite are the penne pomodoro, veal parmagiana is a must, and the clams casino are a 10/10. read more

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Il Tinello is my favorite restaurant in NYC. Delicious food , fine wine, friendly and accommodating staff and service, comfortable ambiance, everything one needs for a fabulous dining experience. I had delicious sea bass prepared with artichokes this evening - perfect! Special thanks to Benny, who makes sure that all goes well! read more

Walking inside this East Side establishment instantly made me think of almost any old Italian gangster movie you can think of. It also immediately conjured up thoughts of Frank Sinatra. So right there is the vibe you're gonna work with. But let's get to the food and service. First off, the entire staff is dressed impeccably. White jackets, pressed pants. This is top notch, top tier, fine dining. And every single team member paid us wonderful attention. Kudos to all of them for making it feel like a really wonderful restaurant experience. Now, the food. I'll preface it by saying I went out with a large group and there was a lot of food. The pics posted here are all the plates I was able to take pictures of. There were a lot more I, unfortunately, missed. First off, their carpaccio salad was incredible. Fresh, delicious & the beef was tender and packed with a nice subtle flavor. Great way to start the meal. Their veal parmigiano was incredible. Not only was the size amazing for the price they charge, but it was unbelievably delicious. The tomato sauce was unreal. Their octopus salad is a can't miss. I wish I had more of it, but I had to share it with several people. Pro-tip: order it for yourself and yourself only. The vongole was superb. The little neck clams were on point and the garlic & oil was to die for. So. Damn. Good. And oh man, their ossobuco was absolutely glorious. Tender, fall off the bone meat. Just so fantastically delicious. Last but not least is their filetto pork tenderloin smothered in a balsamic reduction sauce that was absolutely incredible. This was the juiciest piece of pork I've had in a very long time. All in all, this was an incredible dining experience and one I give a wholehearted recommendation to. read more

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This was just a great Dinner , from beginning to end I completely enjoy it , the atmosphere and decor was delightful so clean and neat from the staff to service. The food was just fresh and delicious I had the whole branzino over roasted with fresh herbs deboned table side with final touch of olive oil, was amazing the Ossobuco with risotto also was a great choice. Tradicional homemade tiramisu so fresh , in all we had an beautiful Dinner .ll Tinello will be in top of my list , manager Benny was very attentive and in top of the service see you soon!!! read more

Il Tinello - Over roasted Branzino - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The food was excellent While we were tourists, the staff from the owner to the waitstaff were very welcoming. the atmosphere is old school NYC italian restaurant and that brought back back great memories, having lived in nyc a few decades back. read more

Was in the mood for some pasta and a good veal parmigiana. Read the great reviews of this restaurant and placed an order to be delivered. The food was delivered at the time promised by a very nice delivery person. The food arrived in excellent condition, was hot and exceeded my expectations. The veal parmigiana was perfectly fried, tender and topped with a good amount of quality mozzarella. It was accompanied by some sautéed potatoes and haricot vert. The entire dish was perfectly seasoned and delicious. One of the best veal Parms I've had in a long time. The portion size was fair for the price point. 5/5 for the veal parm. I ordered the Bucatini Amatriciana. The sauce was made from fresh tomatoes, pancetta and onions. The pasta was perfectly al dente and delicious. The portion size was very fair for the price point. 5/5 for the bucatini. The order came with bread, crostini (tomato), shishito peppers and grated Parmesan cheese. Overall an excellent delivery experience. I'm looking forward to eating at the restaurant. read more

Walked by this new neighborhood spot but could never get a seat until tonight. AJ greeted me at the bar with a nice martini on a rainy night :). Love the old school music and vibes and looking forward to bringing more family and friends. Benny G Bello and his team are doing a great job! read more

Il Tinello - Gin Martini - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

I was so looking forward to a beautiful birthday dinner there. Unfortunately it started out very stressful, when I was locked inside the stall of the bathroom. Yes first time ever. The lock was jammed, and no one else was inside and I did not have my cell phone. I reported it to the restaurant owner as I didn't want anyone else to experience it. We both ordered the same dish, the special lobster fra diavalo, salad and mushroom soup. The lobster dish was very substandard on both plates. The mushroom soup wasn't too flavorful either. We accepted our fate, and didn't want to complain after the bathroom incident. The owner offered an after dinner drink. The waiter was as nice as could be. There are enough Italian restaurants in the city beside this one to choose. read more

Very much enjoyed the food and atmosphere of this place and the only reason I didn't give them a 5 Star rating was that we felt very rushed with the meal service and table attendants. Was there on August 11 celebrating our wedding anniversary and felt as if they were rushing to get us out the door when the restaurant wasn't that busy. read more

I wonder maybe because I saw the Google map saying it is five points. And I am super curious. The bread is great. The food is also good, but it is a little bit too oily to me. But as I mentioned in other comments, because I most of the time don't eat too much oil. But I think all it is really great. read more

Il Tinello - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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A hidden gem! Had an amazing dinner made even better by Benny. Great wine selection and ambiance. Will definitely be back again! read more

Il Tinello - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Absolutely deserves 5 stars. Everything is just perfect . I've been here multiple times and very consistent . The veal parmesan is ridiculous as is the chicken martini. Eat good life is short. read more

We are so fortunate to have this lovely restaurant in our neighborhood. From the moment you walk in, you instantly want to sit down, have a great meal, and enjoy a glass of wine. The food is wonderful; from the variety of appetizers to the pastas made in-house to the pork chop and the osso buco. And then there's the dessert menu. Save room. Arta at the bar makes a fabulous martini and the owner, Benny, assisted by his professional serving crew are there to make sure that your dining experience goes according to plan. Tourists and locals alike will love this restaurant and will look forward to returning. Our family and friends love it here, as do we. read more

A lot of fancy restaurants make a big show of good manners and formality, but it's just to impress you. So I was a bit skeptical. But at Il Tinello it became clear that their elegant hospitality is genuine and motivated by their desire to serve you. We just wanted a small late-night bite, as we'd had a late lunch, and Tinello was close by. We asked as we walked in if that was OK. They were very gracious --although it's clearly not a casual dining place-- brought delicious roasted vegetables and bruschetta to munch on as we ordered. My husband had a superb glass of rose with our very light apps and a side. To finish they surprised us with a complimentary glass of grappa! We will def be back. read more

Ok, so went back to Il Tinello tonight. Of course, Benny The Man was there and greeted me with a firm handshake and a hug. I wasn't with my beautiful wife tonight, I was there with some former colleagues. We started with Fried Calamari and Lamb lollipops with broccoli rabe. The lamb was so ridiculously tender. The calamari, which I've had at so many different places over the years, was by far the best I've ever had. Perfectly cooked, perfect amount of breading. As always, the restaurant is beautiful, the staff is attentive, Benny, as I've said, is THE MAN, so what I'm saying is it was another outstanding meal at Il Tinello. Next time, I have to bring my wife back there. read more

Il Tinello - Branzino - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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On our recent trip to NYC we had the extreme pleasure of dining at Il Tinello East for the first time. It was an exceptional dining experience in every way! Upon entering the restaurant, we were warmly greeted by Benny and quickly escorted us to our table. Our waiter then came to the table and explained the menu and evening specials along with taking our drinks order. The service at Il Tinello is old-world and first-class. Professional waiters dressed in black tie who really know their job and the food and wine on the menu. Our party of three ordered various appetizers and main dishes from pasta to fish to meat. All were brilliantly executed and so very tasty! We chose a fine bottle of wine and the server decanted the bottle with great flair. We ended our meal with desserts and a lovely glass of Porto. It has been ages since we have had such fine Italian cuisine served in such a luxurious setting with exceptional service. Il Tinello, Benny, and the entire staff are a rare experience in today's restaurant world. We can't wait to return. It truly was the highlight of our NYC trip. Thank you, Benny, and all for treating us so royally! We hope to see you again soon! read more

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Il Tinello is one of the finest Italian restaurants in NYC. The service is impressive and impeccable. The ambiance is warm and welcoming especially when you are greeted by the professional staff. I had the Branzino and it was the best I ever had. read more

Il Tinello - Branzino - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Hey they gave me some amuse bouches that certainly amused my mouth. A spicy pickled pepper, grilled zucchini and some type of tomato sauce along with a bruschetta and a bread basket; all that before I ordered my meal. I had penne with portobello mushroom and fresh tomato in a garlic butter sauce. Decadent! The service was attentive without being intrusive. After the main plate I was given an almond cookie and a biscotti which were both excellent. So much so I asked if they sold them separately. The waiter said yes, brought me several in a to go box and didn't add them to my bill. The ambience is all dark wood, leather and muted lighting. Typical without being typical. Classic, not stuffy. I would definitely go back. read more

The service, food, drinks, ambiance 10/10!!! Everything was amazing. I was really impressed by the service they go above and beyond

What an amazing dining experience, on so many levels. I met a friend there and celebrated our 50th anniversary of our first college date! Do the math. Yep. We're on the cusp of old. OK, maybe we're there. But from the minute we walked in, we were greeted with a huge smile by the hostess, ushered to our table immediately (had a reservation) and were treated like family from the instant we sat down, When we shared the story of our occasion, our waiter was genuinely touched and did everything he could do to let us chat in peace (not easy to find a place that respects privacy in NY). so we could catch up on fifty years of our mutual lives. The cocktail (Old Fashioned) was amazing, the recommended wine for our sumptuous fish dinners was amazing, and the atmosphere was engaging enough to feel like we were sitting at the dining table of my Nonna from Brooklyn. And the house jazz music provided the musical backdrop we were looking for. After all was said and done, we walked out and went right into the bar where we met the owner, Benny Bello--he was polished, sincere, and so delighted about our story and their contribution to our joy. Thank you, Benny and your staff, for permitting us to share such a special evening! read more

Service is very attentive. Tableside Caesar was the best I've had. Tableside Caceo e Pepe is unique and very good. Food is amazing. Great ambiance. Highly recommend. read more

Our first night in town, we arrived late and were looking for Italian in Midtown. Found this place online and took a chance. To our surprise, it was great. Wonderful food, terrific service and a cozy sophisticated ambiance on a rainy night. Very few customers so it's hard to see how this place survives, but if it does we'll be back. Highly recommended. read more

Everything was fabulous. From the owner's warm greeting, our friendly and helpful waiter, Ray, and delicious food. We lucked out and scored a stuffed artichoke as a special. Nothing we ate was "typical Italian" but we loved everything we ordered. Don't skip dessert. We ate everything! It was a fun night at Il Tinello on East 46th Street. read more

Excellent Ambiance, very friendly, unpretentious attentive service and absolutely amazingly delicious food. Ray and Benny are the best!! read more

Just a wonderful spot with some of the best service you will ever have. And the food was outstanding. My wife said the tableside Caesar may have been the best Caesar salad she has ever had. Finally, we cannot leave out Benny; We were with our daughter and he was kind enough to bring us over some champagne to start the meal to celebrate her, as well as after-dinner drinks. One of the best meals we've had in a long time! read more

Hidden gem in the east! The atmosphere is authentic, welcoming and energetic. We were greeted, attended to and cared for throughout our meal. I had bolognese and my husband had veal. Both meals were delicious. I would highly recommend a visit to this location. read more

Have you ever had an experience, any experience that you think about from time to time??? Or you are just driven to experience again??? Have you ever craved anything??? Or any one??? Well, if you ever even dipped a toe into Il Tinello East... you would know what I'm talk'in about. Benny and his boys (& ladies) do it right. Atmosphere - perfect Food - don't get me started Wine - stop it. It's like Naples Greetings - like you walked into your Nana's house. And if you are really special, a big ole hug from Benny before you sit makes it all better... and a hug to go just makes it sweeter. So, my question is, if you ever experience something special... you would know what I'm talk'in about. Gabeesch!!! Good. :-) read more

Everyone on the premises who is on staff is in service, fully attentive to every guest, meeting every need with anticipatory speed. As my husband said, "Even if the food wasn't great, the place is so terrific and everyone is so wonderful and it's just such a high-end New York Italian restaurant where everybody's a pro - BUT THE FOOD IS GREAT! So it's got everything!" The specials were, what else, special. The owner (hi, Benny G Bello) was on the premises ready to do anything to make the customer happy. Sheer delight. read more

The service was amazing, food is perfect. The waiter made great suggestions. Great family feel, Just get there!

We had just arrived in t)he city and were starving. Saw all the great reviews so decided to come here. When arriving we were warmly greeted by Benny! Our waiter (sorry forgot his name) came immediately and gave recommendations , and was just very friendly. A lady at another table was just leaving , but she said this was her favorite place and that she had lived in NY all her life. He gave us some bread and this delicious vegetable spread. We took our waiter's suggestion o ordering burrata with grilled pineapple, sole prepared tableside and black ink seafood pasta. All were delicious. That was the best burrata we've ever had- creamy, slight salty flavor. The melt in your mouth sole was prepared tableside, ie expertl6 deboned, filleted,head and tail removed. Black ink seafood pasta was also dente, with a lemony touch. My husband and I took turns tasting each other' food. Expert Service continued throughout. Portions were large so we couldn't finish it But somehow we had room for Tartuffe pistachio ice cream anyway. You know we have a separate dessert stomach right? Hubby had doppio espresso too. As a finishing touch Benny gave us a couple of glasses of Grappa. Whoo that was smooth & strong. All in all , best service I've ever had - combination of grace, warmth and expertise. Never intrusive, but predicted our needs. What a great welcome to the city!! read more