Il Melograno

4.8

1284 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Il Melograno brings the best of Italy to Hells Kitchen where original receipts, hand crafted pastas and friendly hospitality come together to create a casual and unique dining experience.
All the way from Sicily, Lino and Gregory moved to New York City bringing the best of the Southern Italian culinary tradition. Fourteen years after opening a Sicilian restaurant and concept store in Noto (Sicily), the idea of honouring the Grandmas traditions is what creates the philosophy of their hospitality at Il Melograno. Buon appetito!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(212) 757-9290
Website
http://www.ilmelogranonyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gregory Caron
Catering
Let Il Melograno cater your next party! We will design the perfect menu for your party and budget.
Private party facilities
We are available for private parties (dinner only), birthday or other events.We can cater up to 200 people in NYC area.

Location
501 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Cross street
10th Avenue
Parking details
A public lot is located on 51st Street. Street parking is available on 51st Street and 10th Avenue.
Public transit
Trains: E, C, N, R, W, 1
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Olive di Cerignola$9.35
Bruschette Tradizionali$10.00
Burrata$16.75
Cream-filled fresh mozzarella, fresh Oregano, seasoned cherry tomatoes and arugula salad
Tortino di Carciofi$16.45
Artichoke cake with raisins and almonds, served with saffron aioli sauce
Parmigiana Siciliana$18.25
Traditional Sicilian Eggplant parmigiana, with tomato, basil, Parmigiano and mozzarella, served with toasted bread
Maccu Siciliano$15.25
Traditional Sicilian dry fava beans puree, with sauteed market greens, extra virgin olive oil and fennel leaves
Carpaccio di Manzo$17.25
Angus beef carpaccio, arugula salad, asparagus and shaved Parmigiano
Polpo alla Griglia$21.25
Grilled octopus with Basil pesto, fresh orange wedges and extra virgin olive oil chunky mashed potato
Insalata di Campagna$14.95
Organic mix greens, cherry tomatoes, radish, cucumber, toasted almonds, Piave cheese and tarragon balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata Siciliana$14.95
Fennel, orange and arugula salad, olives, oregano, red pepper flakes and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Insalata di Barbabietole$14.95
Smoked oven roasted red beets with fresh parsley pesto, arugula salad and goat cheese
Rucola e Grana Padano$13.75
Arugula salad, Beefsteak tomato and shaved Grana Padano
Insalata di Cesare$13.25
Classic Caesar: romaine hearts, seasoned croutons, shaved Parmigiano with homemade Caesar dressing

Paste

Add chicken $5 – shrimp $6. Whole wheat penne sup $2 – gluten free sup $2

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$15.75
Organic Italian spaghetti, Italian hill tomato and fresh basil sauce
Pappardelle al Ragu di Salsiccia$19.85
Homemade fresh pappardelle, sweet and spicy Italian sausage ragu (contains fennel seeds)
Orecchiette Pugliesi alle Cozze$20.75
Fresh Apulian Orecchiette with fresh mussels, tomato sauce and fresh arugula
Ravioli di Ricotta in Salsa di Piselli$18.95
Homemade cow milk ricotta ravioli with asparagus, green peas, shallots and fresh fennel leaves
Ravioli di Vitello al Burro e Salvia$18.95
Homemade veal ravioli with brown butter, fresh sage and toasted bread crumb
Orecchiette Salsiccia e Cime di Rapa$18.85
Fresh Apulian Orecchiette with sweet Italian sausage, broccoli rabe and fresh goat cheese
Trenette al Pesto$18.85
Italian Trenette with homemade basil pesto (Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, almonds, garlic and parmigiano) with cherry tomatoes, string beans and potato
Paccheri al Bronzo$17.95
Fresh Paccheri with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, shallots, cherry tomatoes, asparagus, topped with shaved salted ricotta

Secondi

Filetto di Salmone$27.85
Crispy skin salmon filet with butter-lemon sauce, served with cauliflower puree and grilled asparagus
Pesce Spada in Umido$31.00
Pan seared Swordfish with tomato sauce, basil, capers, olives and shallots, served with roasted potatoes
Pollo alla Milanese$25.95
Breaded chicken breast, served with arugula and cherry tomatoes salad
Controfiletto di Angus alla Griglia$35.25
12oz grilled Angus rib-eye with aromatic butter, served with roasted potatoes and grilled Portobello mushroom
Battuta di Pollo$21.95
Grilled pounded chicken breast with salmoriglio dressing, served with sautéed broccoli and carrots
Braciola di Maiale alle Albicocche$29.45
Pan seared pork chop with apricot preserves sauce, served with mashed potatoes and caramelized shallots

Contorni

Penne al Pomodoro$8.00
Roasted Potatoes$7.00
with garlic and fresh rosemary
Sauteed Broccoli$8.00
with garlic, scallion and fresh thyme
Mashed Potatoes$8.00

What 1,284 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

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Il Melograno is a charming neighborhood gem offering "authentically Italian" cuisine in a cozy setting. Renowned for its "delicious homemade pasta" and "excellent service," it's perfect for pre-theater dining or a casual night out. With attentive staff and a welcoming atmosphere, this spot promises a memorable dining experience.

1,284 Reviews

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Sheryl
Tampa
44 reviews
vip
4.0
44 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Salad and bruchetta were great. Pastas were ok. A bit over-sauced.
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Julia
New York City
149 reviews
vip
5.0
149 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Il Melograno is always a great place to go before plays or other events on that side of midtown. The food is delicious, as is the wine, and the service is exemplary. Totally recommend this place.
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Seth
Central Coast
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is truly one of my favorite places in all of New York. The service, food, and atmosphere exceed all expectations and most importantly, it is my mother’s favorite place to go to so the amount of wins here is enormous. It’s truly a special place.
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stevie
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely little neighborhood Italian local. Not a ton of “comfort” dishes but a nice variety. Chicken Milanese being the exception, very good. But not a red sauce joint. Bruschetta was well proportioned, house pino Grigio very cold and delicious. Sausage and peas Risotto special was under-seasoned for our taste and unremarkable to look at, but salt pepper and lemon brought it to life. Worth the trip to 10th Ave if you’re looking for something less trashy and more homey than what’s on 9th Ave.
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Marianne
Toronto
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal. Everything was perfect. This place is quality over quantity. Octopus is delicious and so was potato kale soup. Pastas are fabulous. Service and ambience perfect. Highly recommend. Make reservations (small place and very busy) .
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Tim and Karen
Greater Boston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had an amazing dinner at Il Melograno. We had a reservation and were seated on time. The owner was our waiter. He was welcoming, answered all our questions about the menu, specials and wine list. The food was delicious. My wife had the salmon which was perfectly prepared and served over a cauliflower purée. I had the orchetti in a sauce with peas, broccolini. When we were finished with our meal, we had a chance to talk to the owner and tell him how much we enjoyed the experience. He shared the history of the restaurant with us as well as his early life experiences in Sicily. I recommend Il Melograno to anyone looking for great food, a nice atmosphere and a welcoming staff.
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Lina
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My go to place whenever I am in the city! Started with an Aperol Spritz (as good as any I’ve had in Italy) and ended with a Limoncello (so smooth). We had the Chicken Milanese and the Veal Ravioli, both delicious! Lino, as always, the most gracious host! Can’t wait to go back!
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Vince
New York City
134 reviews
vip
5.0
134 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Il Melograno is an absolutely incredible neighborhood restaurant with exceptional appetizers, entrees, cocktails, wines, desserts and the service is amazing. We have been eating there since we moved to NYC 12 years ago and every time we have the most amazing meals. We've brought many friends and family members there over the years and they all love this restaurant. I have to give a special mention to our server Jose who took care of us this past Sunday. He is so friendly and made a fabulous suggestion for a bottle of wine that perfectly paired with our meal. The octopus appetizer is one of our favorites and it was so good, and the pappardelle pasta is perfection. We can't wait to go back again. Il Melograno is without a doubt one of the Best Italian restaurants in all of New York. 5 stars all the way!!!
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craig
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing time and amazing food. One of the best places in New York to try Owners as well as the staff are five star
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Martyn
Seattle
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious fresh food. We had the soup specials which were very good and super fresh tasting, a pasta dish and a sizzling hot Milanese with a bright salad
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Il Melograno offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Il Melograno also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 757-9290.

Il Melograno is rated 4.8 stars by 1284 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

501 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

Cross street
10th Avenue
Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:45 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
A public lot is located on 51st Street. Street parking is available on 51st Street and 10th Avenue.
Public transit
Trains: E, C, N, R, W, 1
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gregory Caron
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.ilmelogranonyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 757-9290
Catering
Let Il Melograno cater your next party! We will design the perfect menu for your party and budget.
Private party facilities
We are available for private parties (dinner only), birthday or other events.We can cater up to 200 people in NYC area.

Il Melograno

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti al Pomodoro

Trenette al Pesto

Paccheri al Bronzo

Antipasti e Insalate

Olive di Cerignola$9.35

Bruschette Tradizionali$10.00

Burrata$16.75

Tortino di Carciofi$16.45

Parmigiana Siciliana$18.25

Maccu Siciliano$15.25

Carpaccio di Manzo$17.25

Polpo alla Griglia$21.25

Insalata di Campagna$14.95

Insalata Siciliana$14.95

Insalata di Barbabietole$14.95

Rucola e Grana Padano$13.75

Insalata di Cesare$13.25

Paste

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$15.75

Pappardelle al Ragu di Salsiccia$19.85

Orecchiette Pugliesi alle Cozze$20.75

Ravioli di Ricotta in Salsa di Piselli$18.95

Ravioli di Vitello al Burro e Salvia$18.95

Orecchiette Salsiccia e Cime di Rapa$18.85

Trenette al Pesto$18.85

Paccheri al Bronzo$17.95

Secondi

Filetto di Salmone$27.85

Pesce Spada in Umido$31.00

Pollo alla Milanese$25.95

Controfiletto di Angus alla Griglia$35.25

Battuta di Pollo$21.95

Braciola di Maiale alle Albicocche$29.45

Contorni

Penne al Pomodoro$8.00

Roasted Potatoes$7.00

Sauteed Broccoli$8.00

Mashed Potatoes$8.00

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Make a reservation

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