Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Battery Park City

Amazing experience. It was a busy Valentine’s Day dinner and they still found the time and effort to make us feel valued. Esteban was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. The food was delicious! Bone marrow is a must try for anyone going! The oysters were cold and fresh. The veal was soft and perfectly cooked as requested! Thank you Il Mulino for a great dinner!

The owners understand the hospitality industry. They view the entire dining experience as a canvas to be filled in. First comes the ambiance brushstroke. Tables, lighting, Pompeii brick wall, and every holiday is treated with beautiful tasteful decorations. Next is the service brushstroke. An army of attentive workers cater to your every need, dining specials, drink orders, bread basket, boom, boom, boom, or should I say, in keeping with the painting analogy, brush, brush, brush. Finally, and most importantly, the food brushstroke. We ordered the insalada cesare, pollo al funghi, the pollo parmagiana, and lava cake for dessert. The best meal we ever enjoyed! Masterpiece complete! Un milione di grazie!

We had a wonderful 5-star experience! Our waiter, Zoran, was terrific and enjoyed his warmth and energy. He gave us a wine recommendation that was perfect and our meal was absolutely delectable. We were visiting our son, who lives in NYC, and he selected Il Giglio for us. We absolutely enjoyed our experience.

Excellent, excellent meal. I thought the batter on the fried zucchini was heavy and gritty but everything, everything else on our plates was exceptional. The room is gorgeous. The service was perfect. When I return to Little Italy, I can't choose another restaurant. I have to return to OB. Thank you

Diego was an amazing host and server! Warm, welcoming and attentive. The lady was also very kind - she’s blonde and I think she’s Brazilian but I didn’t get her name :) very good vibes all around and one of my favorite places in the city.