L'Osteria

4.8

348 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 25, 2025

March 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 10 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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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

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 348 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

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L'Osteria is a charming neighborhood gem on the Upper East Side, offering "excellent food and service" in a cozy setting. Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, the restaurant delights with dishes like Cacio e Pepe and Fritto Misto. "attentive, friendly staff" and a welcoming atmosphere make it a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

348 Reviews

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Heather
Chicago13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is very cozy. We were welcomed at the door. Our server was delightful and made the experience even better. I would recommend this amazing little gem, you won’t be disappointed.
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LisaD VIP
New York City22 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Neighborhood favorite- small restaurant with great food and service. We've never been disappointed!
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Linda VIP
New York City97 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently delicious served by a courteous and professional waitstaff. Looking forward to returning!
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Richard
St. Louis19 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recommended for visitors and locals alike! Great staff providing excellent service, and the homey ambiance makes the customers feel at ease. The Cacio e Pepe and the Tiramisu are incredible selections amongst a focused array of Italian classics
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely loved it - the food was divine, the service was impeccable, and the ambience was lovely. I will go back again and I’ve been there several times already!
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Stephen VIP
New York City107 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our first trip here even though it has been in existence for 3 years. It is an intimate setting with a limited number of tables. We had chicken and cod, both of which were delicious. Cooked properly the chicken was tender and the cod livornese was melt in your mouth good. We will be back.
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Anna VIP
Central Coast27 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. It’s close to the Met, we are planning to come again next time we visit there.
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Virginia VIP
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both enjoyed the fresh ingredients used in all of the food. From salad, to entree, to dessert, everything was well prepared and delicious! Servers were polite and attentive. We will definitely dine here again soon.
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Crina
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening with friends, food was wonderful (best fritto misto outside of Italy). Great Negronis too!
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Charles VIP
New York City22 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming place. Nice room, fine service & food, reasonable prices for NYC. I would like to see a better selection of Italian white wines, particularly from the south, given how much they have improved in recent years
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L'Osteria is rated 4.8 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 10 times today

1219 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10028-1443

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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

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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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