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Il Postino, New York, NY

Il Postino

4.9
4.9
1066 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Il Postino sets the standard for authentic Italian cuisine. The superior quality of the food and relaxing atmosphere creates a memorable dining experience. Owners Luigi Russo and Piero Trotta have built a wonderful dining establishment unrivaled in the neighborhood .

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 688-0033
  • Website
    http://www.ilpostinony.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luigi Russo
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available.
  • Location
    133 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    Between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage I-PARK150 east 61st STREET( Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)(212) 308-8291.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Menu

Crudo

  • Ostriche

    Blue Points Oysters

    • Tartara di Salmone

      Salmon Tartar "Il Postino"

      • Tartara di Tonno

        Tuna Tartar with Wrapped Smoked Salmon

        • Carpaccio di Polipo

          Octopus Carpaccio with Fennel, Baby Rucola Oil and Lemon

          • Carpaccio di Tonno, Cernia e Salmone

            Bluefin Tuna, Snapper and Salmon

            • Trio Vongole, Ostriche e Gamberoni Rossi

              Clams, Blue Point Oysters and Red Shrimp

              • Seppioline Olio e Limone

                Baby Cuttlefish, Oil and Lemon

                • Carpaccio di Salmone e Gamberoni

                  Alaska King Salmon and Red Shrimp Carpaccio

                  • Carpaccio di Branzino

                    Sea Bass with Cappers, Olives, Oil and Lemon

                    • Gamberoni e Burrata

                      Red "Gamba De Palomas" Shrimp and Burrata

                      • Salmone Marinato

                        Marinated Alaska King Salmon with Orange Sauce

                        Antipasti

                        • Misto Aromatico di Pesce

                          Selection of Baked Seafood, Aromatic Bread Crumbs

                          • Carciofi "Il Postino"

                            Artichokes with Baby Shrimp in a Lobster sauce

                            • Affettato Misto

                              Assorted Cured Meat

                              • Ostriche 'IL Postino"

                                Baked Oysters with Spinach, Bechamel and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                • Carpaccio di Manzo

                                  Beef Carpaccio with Baby Artichokes and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                  • Frittura Di Mare

                                    Mixed fried Calamari, Shrimp and Scallops

                                    • Zuppa del Giorno

                                      Soup Du Jour

                                      Paste

                                      All Pastas are Handmade Daily. We Offer Gluten Free and Whole Wheat Pastas

                                      • Agnolotti

                                        Filled with Ricotta, Cheese and Spinach

                                        • Spaghetti alla Chitarra

                                          Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and basil

                                          • Linguine alle Vongole

                                            Linguine with Fresh Clams, White or red Sauce

                                            • Risotto a Piacere

                                              P/A

                                              • Calamarata con Cozze e Calamari

                                                Calamari shaped Pasta with Mussel, Calamari and Saffron sauce

                                                • Pappardelle allo Scoglio

                                                  Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Calamari and scallops

                                                  • Farfalle Ulpia

                                                    Bow Tie Pasta with Pancetta, Mascarpone and Spinach

                                                    • Fettuccine Bolognese

                                                      Classic Italian Meat ragu

                                                      Pesce del Giorno

                                                      • Selection of Daily Fresh Catch

                                                        P/A

                                                        Polli

                                                        • Pollo Piemontese

                                                          Peppers, Mushrooms, Onions and Light Tomato Sauce

                                                          • Pollo Milano

                                                            Arugula and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                            • Pollo al Limone con Carciofi

                                                              Lemon Chicken with Artichokes

                                                              Carni

                                                              • Battuta di Vitello

                                                                Bone-in Veal Paillard

                                                                • Milanese di Vitello

                                                                  Veal Chop Milanese, Baby Arugola and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                                  • Costoletta di Vitello Grigliata

                                                                    Double Cut Grilled Veal Chop

                                                                    • Scottadito d'Agnello all'Agliodolce

                                                                      Lamb Chop with Sweet Garlic Sauce

                                                                      • Bistecca Raccomandata

                                                                        Grilled Sirloin Steak

                                                                        • Filetto di Manzo al Porto

                                                                          Filet Mignon with Port Wine Sauce

                                                                          Insalate

                                                                          • Cuore di Lattuga con Gorgonzola

                                                                            Hearts of baby lettuce with Gorgonzola Cheese

                                                                            • Indivia

                                                                              Sundried Tomatoes, Black Olives, Parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                              • Arugola e Pomodori

                                                                                Rucola and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                                                • Insalata Maria

                                                                                  Lettuce, Endive, Radicchio and Red Peppers

                                                                                  Last updated: May 21, 2022

                                                                                  What 1,066 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                  4.9
                                                                                  4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.3Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                  • New York City

                                                                                    Best Service

                                                                                  • Manhattan

                                                                                    Best Overall

                                                                                  • Manhattan

                                                                                    Best Service

                                                                                  • Manhattan

                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Il Postino delivers an "amazing dining experience" with "phenomenal food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "outstanding" homemade pasta and a warm, intimate ambiance. The attentive staff and accommodating nature make every visit memorable. It's a top choice for celebrations and special occasions, though some mention it is slightly pricey.

                                                                                  1,066 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Michael

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    20 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    20 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    This is what fine dining is supposed to be. The attention to detail and the level of service created a wonderful atmosphere for dinner. The menu offers a wide variety of choices which makes for tough decisions and our apps and entrees did not disappoint. The deep wine list is well thought out and the Brunello we selected was outstanding. A quick check in by the chef was a good touch followed by an enjoyable desert along with cappuccinos to finish the night. After dinner, we discussed what we would have the next time we visit Il Postino. I can't wait!

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                                                                                  2. Justin

                                                                                    Detroit

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Superb restaurant. Make it here every trip to NYC. Thank you Billy, Chef Luigi and whole team at Il Postino for a wonderful time. Always feels like having dinner with friends at this excellent restaurant.

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                                                                                  3. Arthur

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    34 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    34 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Exceptional food and a fantastic dining experience.

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                                                                                  4. Ralph

                                                                                    Washington DC

                                                                                    101 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    101 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 12, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    NYC is replete with Italian restaurants. But Il Postino is just a step above almost all the others. Food is mostly prepared in front of you by staff who clearly enjoy what they do, many of which have been here for decades. After dozens of meals, I have yet to open a menu -- the recitation of the specials is always enough to satisfy. And the quality of what emerges is reliably top-of-class. Marvelous for special occasions and for any other time you can get there.

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                                                                                  5. Deborah

                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 10, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Great restaurant with excellent service, but be prepared for a very expensive experience A bit overpriced, but its UES swank!

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                                                                                  6. PamelaM

                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    We loved Il Postino. The food and the service are high quality. It's the perfect UES restaurant!!

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                                                                                  7. Richard

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Just fantastic food - one of the best Italian meals in NYC. Service is also absolutely top notch.

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                                                                                  8. Enrique

                                                                                    Chicago

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on November 2, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Amazing food, service and ambience. One of the best pastas I’ve had in my life.

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                                                                                  9. Anthony

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    178 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    178 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 2, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    excellent dining experience . quality food with generous portions. Service as attentive and polite. Owner came to table several times to see how we were doing. Expensive but worth it.

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                                                                                  10. J David

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on November 1, 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                    4. Ambience 2
                                                                                    We were seated next to the chefs cooking pasta and where the staff collected. Too noisy and confusing. The food is very expensive and it was not very good sadly.

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  Il Postino is rated 4.9 stars by 1066 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                                  Booked 8 times today
                                                                                  Google Map for Il Postino

                                                                                  133 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065

                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                    Between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue
                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                    Midtown East
                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Fine Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Smart Casual
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Public Parking Garage I-PARK150 east 61st STREET( Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)(212) 308-8291.
                                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive chef
                                                                                    Luigi Russo
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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