Teodora Italian Restaurant

The Scene – The bruising thoroughfare that is East 57th Street is the last place you'd expect to find an intimate, adorably decorated Northern Italian spot where it's actually possible to have a quiet, pleasant dinner. But plenty of stylish locals have discovered its polite charms. – – The Food – The straightforward menu is filled with hearty preparations such as a rustic appetizer of lasagnette di melanzane, filled with layers of diced eggplant, zucchini and tomato. Main courses include a list of housemade pastas, a daily risotto special (if you're lucky, you'll…

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“Today I was lucky enough to be there once again and ONCE AGAIN the food was magnificent, the service was excellent and the decor and ambience makes you drift away as if you are sitting in the Italian countryside enjoying a superb meal and enveloping yours” “It is on 57th Street of all places, which is not where you would expect to find a GREAT place like this (the bustling activity of 57th street is such a contrast to the serene and quiet atmosphere that you encounter inside the restaurant) but nevertheless ” “First of all, this place is not romantic, as claimed by Citysearch's editorial review.”
drinks	100.0% positive	“service was terrific, food was divine as always, and they were unfailingly cheerful even though we only had a bottle of wine and a sampling of appetizers.”
food quality	84.37999725341797% positive	“decent joint, service was nice, and food came at appropraite intervals.” “Most Authentic Ravennate food I have ever had” “The food is delicious - from the specials to the regular menu-fare, the dishes are never a disappointment.” “My girlfriend had gnocchi and I had rack-of-lamb which were both excellent.” “went here for a work lunch and was very surprised by the great food.” “The pasta with lobster was not bad, but the sauce could have used a bit more umph.” “Best fresh pasta ever in NYC” “And the food is fantastic.” “I'm not a big vegitable eater but this was delicious.” “Today I was lucky enough to be there once again and ONCE AGAIN the food was magnificent, the service was excellent and the decor and ambience makes you drift away as if you are sitting in the Italian countryside enjoying a superb meal and enveloping yours” “open the restaurant door and i left , maybe the pasta is the best but how can you eat with that horrible smell” “The food was really amazing, home made and really tasty.” “service was terrific, food was divine as always, and they were unfailingly cheerful even though we only had a bottle of wine and a sampling of appetizers.” “Looking for great food?” “We all ate pasta entre'es, which were great.” “The porcini mushroom pasta special was tasteless, so was the seafood tagliatelle.”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“The food is delicious - from the specials to the regular menu-fare, the dishes are never a disappointment.”
overall	100.0% positive	“Its a great place for a casual date or to entertain clients for lunch.” “The best thing about this place was the spaciousness of the second floor, however good restaurants aren't usually renown for their square footage.” “THANK YOU to the staff and management of TEODORA for making the whole dining experience from beginning to end, an excellent one - and remaining the best Italian restaurant that I can think of here in Manhattan.” “This is a consistently great place to dine for lunch or dinner.”
return potential	100.0% positive	“Other than that I had a good experience and I plan to go back.”
service	88.88999938964844% positive	“The service was great, young and friendly people.” “Everyone who works there (the host, the bartender, the servers) is so helpful.” “The all-Italian staff is warm and engaging from the start.” “service was terrific, food was divine as always, and they were unfailingly cheerful even though we only had a bottle of wine and a sampling of appetizers.” “Bad service.” “Today I was lucky enough to be there once again and ONCE AGAIN the food was magnificent, the service was excellent and the decor and ambience makes you drift away as if you are sitting in the Italian countryside enjoying a superb meal and enveloping yours” “decent joint, service was nice, and food came at appropraite intervals.” “The service was great and the people friendly.” “THANK YOU to the staff and management of TEODORA for making the whole dining experience from beginning to end, an excellent one - and remaining the best Italian restaurant that I can think of here in Manhattan.”
value	0.0% positive	“Cocktails were expensive ($11 Beam and coke).”

11/21/10

My new favourite place

by restaurant professional

I finally found a place where food is fresh, outstanding and indisputable. If you love pasta Teodora is your place. The pasta is home made! I also had a couple of salads and they were really yummy!! The service was great and for once the staff is 100% ITALIAN!!

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12/15/09

Most Authentic Ravennate food I have ever had

by Anic

I am from Ravenna Italy. The Fritto Misto is as good as one would get in Cesenatico. The Passastelli is almost as good as my Nonna used to make (the only change..a little less breadcrumbs, a little more Grana Padano). The Tagliatelle were superb.

This is my third time there over the past 3 years. I never announce myself to the staff as from Ravenna...I just let the food come.

Finally, I NEVER leave these reviews. This is the second ever in my life. Now you know how strongly I feel on this place.

Pros: The authenticity of the food
Cons: None

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05/18/09

Good Ambience, food just ok

by shert

I didn't think there were any good restaurants near Bloomingdales and I still don't think there are any. However, Teodora isn't terrible. I felt like I had to have the lasagne since so many people had written stellar reviews of it. I was disappointed. It was a massive serving size, but was mushy. There was no texture to it, no substance. There wasn't that stringy cheese feel when you pull the fork away. My friend had the pasta special which turned out to be quite good. Homemade pasta, with tomato sauce, ricotta cheese, and basil. Overall the place wasn't bad, but I won't be there again.

Pros: homemade pasta, ambience

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12/14/08

Genuine Italian Food

by peter67

I just went to Teodora last night and it was a really wonderful night out. The food was really amazing, home made and really tasty. The service was great, young and friendly people. I will definitively go back there soon. I

Pros: close to subway, cheaper in comparison to other italian restaurant
Cons: none

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11/12/08

amazing stink

by santuccio

man! this plaze stink ! i open the restaurant door and i left , maybe the pasta is the best but how can you eat with that horrible smell

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11/21/10

My new favourite place

by restaurant professional

12/15/09

Most Authentic Ravennate food I have ever had

by Anic

05/18/09

Good Ambience, food just ok

by shert

12/14/08

Genuine Italian Food

by peter67

11/12/08

amazing stink

by santuccio

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