Best Italian Food Restaurant in Upper East Side, New York City
L'Osteria
Small room with intimate seating and large windows offers a cozy, upscale vibe. Fresh, delicious food shines with superb shrimp pasta and praised desserts like tiramisu. Outdoor dining stays warm thanks to above head heaters, while service remains attentive and caring.
"The food here is delicious, especially the Caesar salad with extra Parmesan."
"The pasta here is excellent, with a perfect creamy texture."
Reservations are recommended as the restaurant is quite small.
Customers have the option to pay the bill via a QR code.
The restaurant charges 16 dollars for sparkling water.
Due
Small, intimate space blends old world elegance with contemporary Italian touches, creating a warm atmosphere. Guests savor seafood pasta like Shrimp and Angel Hair in marinara, alongside classic Italian dishes. Family-friendly yet sophisticated vibe recalls Little Italy.
"The desserts here are inventive and delicious."
"I found the Italian food here to be amazing and authentic."
The pricing at Due Restaurant is on the higher side.
The total bill for one appetizer, two pasta dishes, one dessert, and four glasses of wine was $201.
The restaurant offers a generous list of daily specials.
Rothschild TLV
Small kosher spot offers air-conditioned outdoor seating with a lively vibe and stylish privacy dividers. Unique kosher dishes feature fresh homemade pasta like short rib tortellini and creamy, smoky risotto. High-quality kosher meat makes every bite memorable.
"The food here is fresh, delicious, and always looks good."
"The service at these dinner spots is so patient and kind."
Reservations can be made online and seating is almost immediate upon arrival.
The total cost for four people with three meals, two appetizers, one dessert, and a tip was $400.
Expect high prices for portion sizes; a small piece of beef costs $68.
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