L'Osteria

4.8

302 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

At L’Osteria, we strive to constantly come up with plates that will surprise and excite your taste buds. Our dishes are inspired by the beauty of Italy, but also stand-out as something all their own. With the changing of the seasons, our menu will change to match what is at the peak for bringing you the freshest ingredients. Plus, our homemade pasta is unlike anything you’ve had before. Our commitment is to providing the very best food, in a cozy environment. This is the neighborhood spot you’ve been waiting for, to enjoy quality drinks and incredible food with the people you love. Be sure to stop in and see what we’re cooking up each night, as the daily specials are sure to offer something new every time you visit.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(646) 524-6294
Website
https://www.losterianyc.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1219 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10028-1443
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Parking details
None

Popular dishes

Antipasto$22.00
Prosciutto di Parma D.O.P, Chianti salami, Capocollo, Parmigiano Reggiano D.O.P, housemade pickled vegetables
Fritto Misto$18.00
Fried calamari & mixed market vegetables, aioli
Prosciutto & Fig Crostini$16.00
Roasted mission fig,Prosciutto di Parma D.O.P, goat cheese, toasted bread
Grilled Shrimp$20.00
Head on shrimp over salsa verde
Burrata$18.00
Homemade marinated roasted peppers and eggplant, Imported burrata, balsamic vinegar
Cauliflower Fonduta$16.00
Roasted cauliflower topped with fontina cheese fondue
Meatballs$18.00
Beef meatballs, tomato sauce, parmigiano reggiano

Salads

Caprese Invernale$18.00
Imported Mozzarella di Bufala, tomato confit, pine nuts, basil olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Endive$16.00
Walnuts, gorgonzola dolce D.O.P, apples, red wine vinegar dressing
Caesar$15.00
Romaine lettuce,homemade caesar dressing, parmigiano reggiano, crouton
Roasted Beets$15.00
Arugula pesto, parmigiano reggiano, baby arugula

Pasta

Fusilli Pesto$22.00
Homemade pasta,Basil pesto, parmigiano reggiano
Spaghetti Ragu$26.00
Handmade pasta, beef & pork ragù
Caprese Ravioli$26.00
Ricotta cheese filled ravioli, tomato sauce, fresh basil
Rigatoni Sausage Ragu$25.00
Sausage & porcini ragù, parmigiano reggiano
Spaghetti Pomodoro$19.00
tomato sauce, basil

Main Course

Pollo al Mattone$30.00
Organic roasted rosemary half chicken, roasted potatoes, butter, garlic
NY Strip Steak$45.00
14oz Angus Beef, french fries, arugula
Veal Picatta$32.00
Veal scaloppini, lemon caper sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes
Chicken Milanese$28.00
Organic chicken breast, baby arugula, tomatoes, shaved parmigiano reggiano , evoo
Salmon$30.00
Grilled salmon, roasted market vegetable, evoo
Branzino al Cartoccio$35.00
Branzino fillets baked in parchment paper, sauteed spinach, evoo

Sides

Sauteed Spinach$10.00
Garlic, olive oil
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$10.00
Mixed Mushrooms$10.00
Garlic, butter, sage
Mixed Roasted Vegetables$10.00

Dessert

Cannoli$10.00
Ricotta cream filling
Fruit Tart$12.00
Vanilla custard cream, mixed fruits
Panna Cotta$10.00
Seasonal fruit & honey
Tiramisu$12.00
Mascarpone cream, savoiardi, espresso
Semifreddo$10.00
Almonds, strawberry sauce
Gelato$12.00
Assorted flavors

What 302 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

L'Osteria delights guests with "excellent food" and attentive service, creating a cozy yet vibrant ambiance. This neighborhood gem charms with its authentic Italian cuisine and "phenomenal" service, making it a favorite spot for locals. Though small, the restaurant consistently delivers a "wonderful" dining experience, perfect for both intimate meals and friendly gatherings.

302 Reviews

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Eduardo
New York City
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our pasta dish and veal chop which was cooked to perfection. We can say unequivocally that the dishes were outstanding. We do enjoy northern Italian cuisine and have been fortunate enough to frequent good restaurants in Italy. My wife and I highly recommend this cozy neighborhood restaurant.
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Ginger
Chicago
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a wonderful Italian restaurant. The food is very authentic. It feels like mama is cooking in the kitchen. The restaurant is small. Not sure how many tables, maybe 15. Because of this they are very strict with their reservations. They will gently move you along so your table will be ready for the next reservation. The service was wonderful. I love L’Osteria
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Meg Allyn
New York City
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent as was service but it was difficult to have conversations due to excessive noise from other tables
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alex
New York City
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food was very good and we have been here for dinner several times and the food has been consistently very good. What I don't like and actually hate is the lack of ventilation. It was so hot yesterday that it was just uncomfortable throughout the meal. It was mentioned to the waiter to put the air on but if they did it certainly didn't change in the room. I have been there in the winter as well and the temperature goes from hot when the heat kicks in to cold when it turns off.
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Susan
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was surprised to see how small the space was. But the noise levels were fine, even with children nearby and plenty of elbow room. Drinks were inventive and well poured. Had a late Sunday lunch and felt no need for dinner. Servers were very helpful with a handicap’s need for a different chair. I’m from The West Village so I was in very new territory. Get to this spot! You’ll enjoy it. Buon Appetito!
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Brigid
New York City
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely room and warm service. Will definitely visit again.
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OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. It may be a neighborhood restaurant, but it always offers one of the best meals in NYC.
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Patricia
New York City
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was terrific, server helpful and patient. Noise was acceptable. All around, a treat.
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Jill
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! I had the ravioli and meatball appetizer. Friend had fish special - delicious. Service was attentive without being ‘too much’ Charming space w only a few tables.
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linda
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful little place with incredible food and service We will return!
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FAQs

L'Osteria is rated 4.8 stars by 302 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

1219 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10028-1443

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.losterianyc.com/
Phone number
(646) 524-6294

L'Osteria

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Cannoli

Panna Cotta

Meatballs

Appetizers

Antipasto$22.00

Fritto Misto$18.00

Prosciutto & Fig Crostini$16.00

Grilled Shrimp$20.00

Burrata$18.00

Cauliflower Fonduta$16.00

Meatballs$18.00

Salads

Caprese Invernale$18.00

Endive$16.00

Caesar$15.00

Roasted Beets$15.00

Pasta

Fusilli Pesto$22.00

Spaghetti Ragu$26.00

Caprese Ravioli$26.00

Rigatoni Sausage Ragu$25.00

Spaghetti Pomodoro$19.00

Main Course

Pollo al Mattone$30.00

NY Strip Steak$45.00

Veal Picatta$32.00

Chicken Milanese$28.00

Salmon$30.00

Branzino al Cartoccio$35.00

Sides

Sauteed Spinach$10.00

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$10.00

Mixed Mushrooms$10.00

Mixed Roasted Vegetables$10.00

Dessert

Cannoli$10.00

Fruit Tart$12.00

Panna Cotta$10.00

Tiramisu$12.00

Semifreddo$10.00

Gelato$12.00

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