Del Posto
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 497-8090
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Between 15th Street and 16th Street
- Directions:
- A, C, E at 14th St; L at 8th Ave
- Best of Citysearch:
- Bar Menu 2007, Fine Dining 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Tue 5:30pm-11pm, Wed-Fri 12pm-2pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 4:30pm-11pm, Sun 4:30pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Del Posto – by Erin Behan
The Scene
With ceilings as lofty as the kitchen's super-egos, the restaurant's sweeping sense of grandeur benefits from inlaid tiles, black marble accents, a dramatic staircase, and liberal doses of dark wood. A smartly dressed lounge crowd unwinds to live piano near the bar; on the other side, patrons dine at widely spaced tables, attended by synchronized service.
The Food
Rising from its peasant roots, the wide-reaching Tuscan fare delivers welcome surprises. From the antipasi menu comes tongue-tingling twists--cauliflower sformato, a custard-like dish served with tart pink grapefruit and warm shredded skate; spicy braised artichoke; and sweet, fork-tender sausage, sliced tableside. Homemade pastas are uncompromisingly fresh, but traditional risotto fans may be disappointed by an al dente, soup-like consistency. The paper-wrapped, lemony orata makes a light choice amidst a range of oversized meat options. Desserts provide a thrilling finale--both on-the-menu options like silky panna cotta and the exquisite petit fours from a roving cart.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe tasting menu is $120 and requires the entire table's participation.
What to DrinkBartenders take their time with classic cocktails and only work from the best ingredients. The lengthy wine list can get quite pricey, but it's possible to choose from the Super Tuscans section and stay around $50 a bottle.
The ExtrasA bar menu is served in the lounge only, and not at the bar itself.
Where to SitAn upper balcony gives parties of six a bird's-eye-view.
User Reviews for Del Posto
10/06/2008 Posted by xilonic
What impressed me at this restaurant most is the service - extremely attentive and polite, always with a smile, ready to help. From the doorman to busboys, everyone was ready to be of service. The atmosphere is elegant, tranquil and luxurious - the open view, marble staircases, high ceiling and tasteful choice of fabrics predispose to relaxed, slow paced dining. The wine list is overwhelming. Do ask the server for a recommendation - ours suggested us excellent wines, just what we described. As another reviewer noted, portions are on the small side. Expect to have 5 or more courses, which will ring up a good bill. Quality of food is excellent. Presentation is superb. In addition to our order, we received two free small courses - an appetizer and desert.
Pros: Service, food, ambience
Cons: Price
09/11/2008 Posted by chimaera999
I just have to say: great place! it was a spontaneous decison to go there, but i don't regrett it. The food was delicious and i know what i talk about. I ve been in a lot of italian restaurants all over the world (even in toscany and rome) and I have to say they did a really good job in del Posto. The food prices are fair (52 usd for a five cours dinner) and the wines goes from moderate to expensive (but they have a really large selection of wine, I m sure u will find something... me and my cute accompanist were definitly underdressed (t-shirt, jeans and flip-flops) but the staff were friendly and cared about us...
Pros: great food, large wine list
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