Best Italian spot in the valley. A great spot for a relaxed, lowkey Italian meal without a compromise on quality. I've been in the neighborhood a while and regret not coming earlier. Well-rounded service, delicious food, wide range of wines, and American Italian ambiance. The space and patronage has a tame west village feel. Osteria 106 has a rare wide selection of wines. I don't come across Super Tuscans so often! Order: * Complementary bread (5/5) -- incredible. Oil dip featured a seasoned crumbly cheese bathed in olive oil. * super tuscan (5/5) * Artichoke fritter (5/5) -- I've never tried fried artichoke but this Osteria was a great spot to try. (The bowl is also edible! It's some deeply cooked cheese structure) * gnocchi (4/5) -- tasty but a tad mushy. * Eggplant rigatoni (4.5/5). Delicious. Would get again. read more

See all

Guess who's back... back for a 3rd time! And, once again, Osteria 106 did not let me down. The food... the wine... the service. Everything was on target! We started the meal with appetizers -- the meatballs and fried artichokes. Both were super tasty! And, I didn't realize at first that the "bowl" the artichokes were served in was also editable -- I think maybe it was parmesan shaped into a bowl shape and baked! What an added surprise. You'll definitely want to tear into that bowl along with the yummy artichokes. As for mains, among the guests with me, we ordered the Seafood Pasta (Paccheri Alla Pescatora), the Veal Piccata, and Cavatelli with Sausage Ragu. And like the apps, these were all yummy! As for atmosphere, this restaurant is super small and perfect for a date night. But just be warned that it can be noisy (tall ceilings I guess make for poor acoustics). So your voice may be horse by the time you leave the place... but the food and overall experience makes up for the noise! read more

Wonderful neighborhood spot with charming intimate exposed brick and roughly 12 tables. The Mediterranean mixed salad was tasty the right amount of dressing, tomatoes, olives and feta...yum. Wife had the perfectly cooked octopus which was fresh and served with a bed of potatoes and mushrooms. Would ask for a little more char next time but very good. The pollo al forno was a large chicken breast served over thinly sliced potatoes and was also cooked perfectly. The sauce could have used a bit more flavoring, but the fresh rosemary topping made it all very enjoyable. The Montepulciano D'Abruzzo was a perfect complement to a wonderful meal and service. Krisz was great and accessible without being intrusive. Enjoy coming here and so happy it is off the beaten path. read more

Tremendous hidden spot on the UWS. Great menu. We had several dishes and none disappointed (the portions are fair, they will fill you up...we had no room for dessert). We tried one special and it was dope. The description sold us...they totally undersold the great pay off. Osteria 106 is probably the most authentic (our family still make all their pasta from scratch) and delicious Italian cooking you will find in the area in 2026. Clean, not loud..great place for a date or just to go out and eat some really good, authentic Italian cooking. Oh..the service is 5 stars as well. Just textbook. Definitely one of the best kept secrets in Manhattan. Cannot wait to go back and try more of their menu. Very well run,managed establishment. We had a great time and still had plenty of change in our pockets. Please def go out of your way to seek it out. read more

Restaurant has some of the freshest pasta I've ever had. The bruschetta is dynamic and has three options to try from. The service was pleasant and the people seemed to be regulars in the area. Quiet but lively atmosphere. read more

Osteria 106 - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Osteria 106 on 106th Street between Columbus Avenue and Manhattan Avenue is a cozy Italian restaurant serving tasty, freshly made Italian food prepared with care and served by friendly, helpful waitstaff. It's a trailblazer with a welcoming, modern rustic ambiance in a neighborhood not usually known for its modestly upscale dining options. The dinner menu features a range of Italian favorites including pastas, chicken, veal, steak, and seafood dishes, which offers enough variety to appeal to everyone (including those with dietary restrictions). I opted for the Cavatelli Alla Salsiccia ($23), comprised of cavatelli pasta and crumbled hot italian sausage and red bell pepper ragù, which was excellent. The portion size was satisfying, without feeling overly filled. My dining companion ordered two appetizers as a meal -- the Tuna Tartare ($19), comprised of chopped sushi-grade tuna served atop a puck of fresh avocado, and the Insalata Esotica ($18), comprised of arugula, endive, heart of palm, avocado, and topped with pecorino calabrese -- both of which she thought were tasty. Both of us really enjoyed the freshness and flavors of our meals. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area. PRO TIP: Make sure you have a reservation, especially for a large group.. as there's only one table in the restaurant that is large enough to accommodate a party of six. read more

The most adorable little Italian place for great wine and even better food. Our table ordered the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2022 for our red wine and I'm not even a red wine girly but this... this was DELICIOUS. We went in with a group of 10 people with no reservation and we were seated us right away. All the waitresses were so so sweet and the interior was so cozy and clean. I will 100% be back! read more

I love Osteria 106 and I'm so grateful to have it so close by! Whenever my friends are coming to visit I bring them here and they all loved it. Their pasta is amazing. My personal two favorites are grilled octopus and fried artichoke. Amazing wine list and dessert. Completely unpretentious but so cozy and warm ambiance. The staffs are always kind and welcoming. My neighborhood treasure! read more

This place was SO perfect. Quiet, intimate atmosphere with a flare of fun. The food was fabulous. We lived in Naples for 5-years and Osteria 106 is the real deal. We will be back. read more

Went here with my wife for an early dinner and had a great time. Place was quiet and cozy, with excellent service. The waitress was attentive and was genuinely excited about the fact that we were having a good time. We started with the Tuna TarTare and Mussels which we finished immediately, very good! Then followed up with Gnocchi Porcini, the Fettuccine alla Bolognese, and the whole Branzino. Solid portion sizes and it all tasted amazing. We finished the day with some espresso and Affogato. Prices were reasonable. Would definitely recommend for a date, or a small outing with friends. read more

See all

The service was excellent, and the staff did a great job accommodating my partner's dietary restrictions, which we really appreciated. The food was good--enjoyable, but not particularly standout. read more

Quaint Italian place perfect for a small-party dinner, date, or late coffee and dessert. It has a rustic feel with the all-wood interior decor but the front of the restaurant itself is a large glass pane wall, nice. The service overall was good / very good, though I was never asked how the food was in the middle of my meal. The busser and waiter were attentive to me via the water carafe and removing plates and making meals for take-away. On the night I ordered their Panna Cotta (dessert, first), Arancini, Pacherri alla pescatora, and Merluzzo con riso venere. The Panna Cotta was excellent. It's very much like a creme brule with no dish mold (it sits on a flat plate), but more firm. Cream, firm, but soft and melting in your mouth. It was sweet but not to sweet, with a taste that sits on your tongue for just the right amount of time. An 8 out of 10. The Arancini was okay. It had a bright sour flavor to it partially offset with the tomato-based sauce (marinara?) underneath. A bit too overpowering on the sour. Good crispy exterior but soft I would say even mushy inside with the rice and at the very center melted mozzarella. It may have been too room-temperature. A 4.5 out of 10. The Pacherri alla pescatora was done really well. It was a dish with large wide ring pasta with calamari, clams, cooked oysters, and shrimp all tossed in a vodka-ish marinara (tomato-sauce but on the more vinegar-y side). There was a light amount of sauce and the pasta size and shape was well complemented by the seafood tossed in. Perfectly salted dish also. A 7.5 out of 10. The Merluzzo con riso venere did not look very appealing, but flavorwise was delectable. A large cod piece firm and flaked sitting on top of a wild rice rissoto? Accompanied with sweet cherry tomatoes. The cod reminded me and was similar to Chilean sea bass, though firm instead of tender. The rice firmness and fish firmness matched well with the rissotto style cook. There just wasn't enough cherry tomatoes (which were very sweet) to offset the amount of very sour rissotto though. The textures in my mouth also weren't amazed with the sameness across the plate. A 7 out of 10. Overall I would say Osteria 106 is a decently good place for Italian, but not great. read more

This is a lovely hidden gem. What is there not to love about this place! The ambience, the food and the service are superb. It is recommended to make reservations as this restaurant is always fully packed. The food is authentic, fresh and just delicious. If you're craving Italian food in the area, this is your spot. They also have daily specials and just everything on the menu is worth a try. For appetizers we had the Burrata with prosciutto and the fried artichokes. They were to die for. We also had the mussels in a white wine garlic sauce which also comes with small crispy bread to dip in your sauce. All the pastas are excellent but a favorite was this lobster stuffed ravioli that was one of the specials for the day. Everything here is incredible, including the desserts. I definitely will be coming back and be sure to take pictures of all the dishes. read more

Osteria 106 - Burrata - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Took our teen daughter and a friend just bc we needed someplace to eat, but it was the best NYC food we have had. This place is actually worth eating at, and it looks expensive but really isn't any more $$$ than all the other mediocre places in the area. Give it a try you won't be disappointed. Especially loved the gnocchi which were cloud-like and th fried artichoke which was creative and delish. read more

This place was absolutely delicious. You could really tell how authentic the pasta was. I ate my entire meal. The place is a small, authentic Italian restaurant. If you're looking for an intimate, low key, date night I definitely recommend. I thankfully was able to get seating without a reservation, but this was just luck, I highly suggest a reservation. They only serve wine, no cocktails. It gave off vibes that it was family owned. I would definitely recommend if you get a chance. It was extremely good. They also gave complimentary bread with oil and ricotta. Check them out :) read more

See all

A absolute gem of a restaurant. Our friends shared their favorite date night spot with us and I'm so glad they did. The restaurant is cozy and very welcoming. The staff is exceptional, the food is amazing, and the wine went perfectly with our conversation full of laughter. We started off with the Mediterranean Salad, which was very light, fresh, and perfect right before our mouthwatering pasta plates arrived. I had the Cavatelli and we also got the Squid Ink pasta which was a special that night. Let me just say the presentation, flavor, and freshness of these dishes were on point, and we really enjoyed it. We also ordered the Terra 2018 red wine, which was divine, and I encourage you to just order the entire bottle haha, you won't regret it. Ended the night with an espresso, tiramisu, and the crème brûlée and it was the perfect ending indeed. We cant wait to come back and hopefully this can be a place we all come to, to celebrate. read more

See all

Our favorite date night restaurant. I love this place! The food never disappoints and the wine is excellent. We had our Secret Santa last night and the vibe was perfect, quiet enough to have conversations. We started off with two bottles for the table, the wine was so delicious that we had another round. The service is always fantastic, they are so friendly and attentive. The waiter made sure we were all happy with our meals. We started with the Arancini (rice balls) for the table and it was definitely a favorite. I ordered the raviolis which I've had in the past and it didn't disappoint BUTTTT the cod was out of this world. Definitely getting the cod again next time we go. The plate that looked the most delicious was one of the specials. It was a squid ink pasta in a lobster bisque sauce, WOW! We obviously ended the night with espresso and tiramisu and I think everyone left impressed. This will forever be one of our favorite date night restaurants. read more

See all

A neighborhood gem! Great food, service, and adorable cozy place! Highly recommend trying a special, but really can't go wrong on this menu. We always start with some combo of meatballs, arancini, and Brussels au gratin, followed by at least one plate of the delicious tortellini and typically a special entree, and follow it up with seriously any of the desserts, they're all great! read more

Osteria 106 - Entree special, might've been osso buco - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

See all

I'm not trying to be mean or rude but this had to have been the most flavorless ITalian food of my life!!' Not sure if the chef never got hit taste or smell back from a possible COVID situation but ZERO FLAVOR !! Zero good smell coming from It either !! I would never come again. This was a total complete waste of money and to drive an hour and 15 for this no way read more

Osteria 106 - Pure plain and tasteless garbage cost $32!!! No way ever again - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Came back a third time and was not as impressed with the pasta as I had been in the past. Still pretty good though. Went with a group so we ordered a bunch of stuff. For starters, we got the snow pea mint salad and the beet salad with asparagus and fried goat cheese, both of which were fine but nothing special. The fresh tortellini toscanini was pretty good as was the rabbit entree over polenta. My fresh fettuccine was meh. For the wines, I enjoyed the Montepulciano. Sauvignon blanc was okay. Was not a fan of the Chianti or Super Tuscan red blend. read more

See all

Our go to Italian spot in the Upper West Side. We love their artichoke and arancini appetizers as well as basically any pasta dish they offer. Favorites are the butternut squash ravioli and the eggplant ragu. Friendly, Italian staff and a lively atmosphere. It is a pretty small joint so can get very loud when crowded. read more

Osteria 106 - tiramisu and Tortino al cioccolato - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Love this place! Great food and draft beer/ wine selection. Food is reasonably priced and everything tasted delicious! Highlights from the meal: - Carpaccio di Manzo (Beef Carpaccio) - Cavatelli alla Salsiccia (Hot Sausage Cavatelli) - Fettuccine alla Bolognese Will definitely stop by next time I'm on the upper west side! read more

See all

I feel like every restaurant that we've ever gone to called Osteria has never disappointed. We started with a full bodied red wine recommendation from our waitress, and fresh bread served with an olive oil and ricotta spread. We also tried two of the evening specials- an octopus carpaccio with shaved fennel and oranges and a burrata & prosciutto dish. Everything was fresh and tasty. Three of us chose the stuffed branzino special- which was plated beautifully and tasted even better. The braised short ribs and polenta, seafood pasta and salmon were also ordered. Everyone raved about dinner all night long! The service and ambience were great. We'd definitely recommend trying them out. read more

See all

Wonderful experience at a beautiful restaurant in NYC! The service was excellent and our server offered excellent suggestions for us to try since this was our first time. We tried the veal meatballs as an appetizer and they were amazing. The flavors and texture of the meatball was perfect and the marina sauce was so flavorful. I ordered the Bolognese fettuccini for my entre and could not be more pleased! The pasta was delicious and the sauce was very robust. Our party had a wonderful experience and when we visit NYC, this will def. be on our list of places to return to. read more

See all

The third time here was during outdoor dining! My friend and I arrived just when the skies were looking pretty ominous. We sat outside and sipped our water as we cautiously browsed the menu while peeking up at the sky. As we were placing our order, we started feeling a slight drizzle. So we decided to order it to go, which was definitely the right choice as it started to hail and pour like cats and dogs. We always split the burrata. My friend always gets the ravioli. This time, I opted for the tortellini. The owner also gave us a free tiramisu!!! I thought it was a very kind gesture! The food was as amazing as we remembered and it did not suffer a bit as we ubered it back to the apartment to enjoy about 11 blocks away. We will definitely come back again when there's less than a 20 percent chance of precipitation. read more

Osteria 106 - Burrata - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Osteria 106 is a hidden gem in Manhattan Valley serving up pretty spectacular Italian food. Overall: 5/5 great meal at good value Food: 5/5 I had the branzino special entree which was beautiful, elegant, and delicious. Perfectly cooked Branzino with some really tasty diced veggies and well done mashed potatoes with a lemon white wine sauce. Drink: 5/5 we had two bottles of wine - the Prosecco and the vermentino, both of which were quite nice, paired well with the meal, and reasonably priced. Ambience: 4.5/5 nice interior to the restaurant although small. We sat outside on a relatively wide street but traffic was pretty quiet. Not the nicest street in Manhattan but serviceable outdoor seating. Service: 5/5 our waitress did a great job serving our table and keeping our water and wine refilled. Courses came out at a good pace too. read more

Osteria 106 - Branzino special - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

My absolute favorite restaurant. I have been here 4 times now since moving to the city. The food is amazing and never disappoints. I have tried/sampled a majority of the menu and have never been disappointed. The service is great as well, never had to wait long for anything. It is such a cute cozy place on the UWS that I have recommended to many people and will continue to enjoy. read more

Not the Italian food I wanted on my birthday. They only had one creamy pasta option. A creamy gnocchi which tasted fine but no protein or vegetable. Just ok. read more

We go here or order in frequently. Very reliable Italian. Other choices would ne Pisticci or Genaro's. read more

Great Italian place in the upper west side. Went there with my girlfriend for a quick bite before a night out. Even though we had no reservations, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, managing To get us a table inside! The ambiance at Osteria 106 is very nice and has a traditional old Italian restaurant vibe to it. The wine glasses are averagely priced ($14 per glass) but we did notice they bring out decanters if you order bottles, which is super nice. We got the veal and fish specials, and they were super tasty. The veal was perfectly cooked and delicious with the salad it was paired with, and the fish went really well with the mashed potatoes. The prices were a little high for Italian food in the upper west side ($120 for 2 plates, 2 glasses of wine, and coffee) but I think it was worth it. Definitely worth a visit! read more

See all

We have been coming to Osteria 106 for the past few years and it is always an amazing meal. The food travels well for delivery, too! Last night we dined outside. They have a comfy, spacious set up. We ordered a lot of food- the meat and cheese plate, tuna tartare, grilled octopus (probably our favorite in the city), gnocchi, squid ink pasta with clams and crab meat (this was a special, and it was fantastic! It reminded me of our food in Venice. I wish it was always on the menu), and creme brulee. Oh, and wine! They have a great wine list. The food came out hot and tasted fresh. We were never rushed between dishes which was really appreciated. Very highly recommend. read more

See all

I was blown away by this meal. I had a light dinner here, and my only regret is not being hungrier coming into the meal, so I could try more dishes! The first thing I noticed coming in was the cute rustic ambience and great service. We were seated really quickly, and even though they were short staffed at the time, the food came out quickly, and the servers were super friendly. I had the Ravioli Di Zucca and Fettuccini Alla Bolognese for mains. The ravioli had a butternut squash filling and a heavy cream based sauce. I am an absolute sucker for sweet and savory combinations done well, and this was delicious. The Fettuccini was a classic Bolognese, and was also really well done. For dessert, I had the Molten Lava Cake. The chocolate oozed out as I got through the dish, and it was so good. I would recommend everything I ordered to anyone trying this for the first time, but I will definitely be back to try the rest of their menu! read more

Osteria 106 - Molten Lava Cake - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

See all

The space is very small. They are making it work, but our table for 4 was too small for sharing appetizers. The description of the bruschetta was a bit misleading - perhaps too inventive. The staff helped pick a bottle of wine and they were knowledgeable about their wines. The butternut squash ravioli was amazing!! 5 very very very large raviolis. read more

Just go.... I'm sayin. The food is fresh, the attention to flavor and details are so there. We will for sure be back. And to top it all off the service was amazing! Highly recommend! read more

Osteria 106 - Just get it ALL lol - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

See all

I've had many of the upper west side Italian restaurants and this may of became my favorite recently. Wonderful service and could accommodate a solo traveler. read more

See all

Delicious food, cozy vibe, lovely staff, cool location on a side street just off Central Park. You could tell by the decor and washroom of this tiny place that the ownership takes a lot of pride in creating a welcoming and beautiful atmosphere. Also, I had a problem with my reservation (entirely my fault) and the hostess was incredibly nice about handling it. Highlights were the gnocchi (if you're into a very rich dish) and the oxtail ravioli special. My father thought the mussels were top-notch. Just all around a lovely night--right up there with any top-tier Upper West Side restaurant I've been too. Worth the trip. I will be back. read more

Wow! We were visiting from out of town and looking for a place to have an intimate celebration. This place hit the spot. The food was on point and everyone loved their meals. Melissa and the team provided personable service that was second to none. Food was delivered and plates were cleared at just the right pace, and although the restaurant is small, we never felt rushed. Great job! No need to hesitate if this place makes your list. read more

Most epic Italian spot in the neighborhood. Super friendly staff, and food always on point. They are the real deal. Tortellini is go to plate. Will be back soon. read more

Delicious food with gracious service I rarely write reviews but this place is worthy of taking the time. Go and enjoy! read more

Amazing!!!!!! Omg love it sooooo much the mushroom gnocchi was out of this world will come back no doubt!