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Finestra

4.9 (328)
$30 and under
Italian
1370 York Ave, New York, NY 10021

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Finestra Restaurant is a Fine Italian Cuisine located on Upper East Side. We are open for indoor dining, outdoor dining, take out and delivery. We feature a full bar and delicious traditional Italian food. Our menu has gluten free, vegetarian and vegan items. We serve the freshest seafood and have specials every day. Every Friday night is Classical Guitar night with Craig Graham, an excellent guitar player. Finestra Restaurant is family-owned and operated.

Our convenient Upper East Side location in New York is close to Sotheby’s, Hospital of Special Surgery, New York Cornell University, Cornell Weil Medical College, Helmsley Medical Tower Hotel and Belaire Guest Facility HSS.

We are looking forward to seeing you soon.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Call today and discuss catering options with us!
  • Private party facilities
    When searching for a local restaurant that will offer the illusion of a secluded spot outside of Manhattan, look no further than Finestra Restaurant. Warmly decorated with exposed brick walls and candle-lit tables, this eatery is a top choice for many locals.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    73rd Street and York Avenue
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Q train to 72nd street and Second Avenue.
  • Entertainment
    Every Wednesday and Friday night we offer live entertainment to complement your meal.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day

    May 10, 2025 - May 11, 2025
    Happy Mother's day! Celebrate Mother's day at Finestra Restaurant! Special menu available for just $55.00/ person featuring Faroe Island salmon, Pasta with shrimp, delicious Chicken Milanese, appetizer and dessert. Our regular menu is available also. See you.

What 328 people are saying

Finestra reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Finestra is a charming neighborhood gem known for "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Diners rave about its intimate, quiet ambience and friendly staff. Highlights include delicious Italian cuisine and a well-curated wine list. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, offering delightful holiday menus and live music events. Highly recommended.
328 Reviews
  1. Alexia

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. I had the prefixed menu for Easter. My lamb chops were out of this world. The servers paid attention to every detail. I love this cute restaurant and definitely I will be back. Mother's day coming so I will bring my mom for something special at Finestra

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great service. Really enjoyed the meal!

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal! A charming neighborhood place that punches above its weight class for food and ambience.

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  4. Stephen

    New York City107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Exceptional service. Worth a trip to this neighborhood gem for lunch or dinner.

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  5. Nancy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food,great service and old world ambience.

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  6. jayson VIP

    Atlantic City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, the best veal I've had in years and very friendly & accommodating staff. Highly recommend.

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  7. frank

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Also quiet which is always enjoyable when having conversation

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  8. richard

    New York City202 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice to eat fresh honecooke meal. A neighborhood gem 💎

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  9. Sanjay VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner Excellent service and food We will be back

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  10. Jeffrey VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tables are well spaced and the dining room is relatively quiet. Service and food are always excellent.

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FAQs

Finestra offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 717-8595.

Finestra is rated 4.9 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Finestra

1370 York Ave, New York, NY 10021

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    73rd Street and York Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Q train to 72nd street and Second Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Every Wednesday and Friday night we offer live entertainment to complement your meal.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Call today and discuss catering options with us!
  • Private party facilities
    When searching for a local restaurant that will offer the illusion of a secluded spot outside of Manhattan, look no further than Finestra Restaurant. Warmly decorated with exposed brick walls and candle-lit tables, this eatery is a top choice for many locals.
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