Risotteria Melotti

4.7

689 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Gluten-free-friendly
Neighborhood gem
Charming

We have a 10 min grace period.
Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes.
Your table will be reserved for 1hour and 30 minutes.
For a group of 5 and more please send an email to nyc@risotteriamelotti.com.
Find the real Italian atmosphere in a cozy restaurant, where to eat only rice based Specialties and Risotto!
A unique gluten free experience, 100% made in Italy.
The first Risotteria Melotti was opened in Isola della Scala, in the region of VERONA, in 2002. The idea of opening a Risotteria in New York came in order to make this typical and traditional italian dish known and cooked by us, with the rice we produce and with the typical old style techniques used in Isola della Scala.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
Phone number
(646) 755-8939
Website
http://www.risotteriamelottinyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Do you have to organize lunches or dinners, business events or private parties? The Risotteria Melotti will cook the dishes for you, recreating a typically italian atmosphere in your home or wherever you prefer. Do not hesitate to ask for more information.

Location
309 E 5th Street, New York, NY 10003
Neighborhood
East Village
Cross street
2nd Avenue and 5th.
Parking details
Parking is allowed either on 1st or 2nd avenue
Public transit
Close to 2nd Ave F train stop
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All'isolana In "Pentolino"$25.00
Risotto with Pork Loin, Fresh Pancetta, Parmigiano Cheese, Rosemary and a Hint of Cinnamo. The Typical Risotto From Verona Served In a Small Pot
Vegetariano$18.00
Risotto with Mixed Veggies and Parmigiano Cheese
Funghi Misti$19.00
Risotto with Mixed Wild Mushrooms, Parsley and Parmigiano Cheese
Spinaci e Asiago di Mamma Rosetta$19.00
Risotto with Fresh Spinach, Asiago Cheese and Parmigiano Cheese, From the Original Recipe of Mamma Rosetta
Radicchio, Gorgonzola e Noci$20.00
Risotto with Red Chicory, Gorgonzola Cheese, Parmigiano Cheese and Walnuts
Pollo Bacon and Asparagi$20.00
Risotto with Chicken, Bacon, Asparagus and Parmigiano Cheese
Cacio e Pepe$21.00
Risotto with Cacio Cheese, Fresh Pepper and Parmigiano Cheese
All'anatra$21.00
Risotto with Duck Breast Ragu` Made with Red Wine, Parmigiano Cheese, Rosemary, Sage and Bay Leaves
Capesante, Pomodori Secchi e Basilico$21.00
Risotto with Scallops, Sundried Tomatoes, Basil Leaves and Parmigiano Cheese
Limone e Gamberi$21.00
Risotto with Shrimps, Fresh Lemon Juice and White Wine
Al Cartoccio di Crudo$21.00
Risotto with Home Made Fig Jam Wrapped In Parma Prosciutto
Amarone e Monte Veronese$22.00
Risotto with Amarone Wine Served In a Crispy Parmigiano Cheese Cup, with Monte Veronese Cheese on Top
Alla Zafferano e Salsiccia$22.00
Saffron Risotto with Sausages and Parmigiano Cheese
Alla Pescatora con Riso Nero Beppino$24.00
Black Rice with Fresh Tomato Sauce, Smoked Salmon, Shrimp, Calamari and Scallops
Al Tartufo$26.00
Risotto with Fresh Black Truffle and Parmigiano Cheese

Antipasti

Rice-Based Appetizers, Gluten Free

Bruschetta di Riso$10.00
Rice Bruschetta Bread with Garlic, Organic Tomatoes and Fresh Basil
Arancini di Riso del Giorno$11.00
Rice Arancini of the Day, Served with Tomato Sauce
Piadina di Riso$12.00
Rice/corn Flat Bread with Salame, Pancetta and Italian Prosciutto
Polenta di Riso Fritta con Monte Veronese e Funghi$12.00
Fried Rice Polenta with Mushrooms and Monte Veronese Cheese
Polenta di Riso Nero con Gorgonzola o Funghi$13.00
Soft Black Beppino Rice Polenta with Your Choice of Gorgonzola Cheese or Mixed Wild Mushrooms
Carpaccio di Salmone$13.00
Smoked-Salmon Carpaccio with Brown Rice, Baby Arugola, Crispy Rice-Crackers and Lemon Vinaigrette
Fritto Misto$14.00
Crispy Calamari and Shrimps Fried with Rice Flour and Fresh Spicy Tomato Sauce on the Side

In Alternativa (Rice-Based Alternatives)

100% Gluten Free

Gluten-Free Burger$22.00
Beef Burger on Gluten-Free Bun, Bacon, Tomato, American Cheese, Caramelized Onions with French Fries or Polenta Fries
Grilled Salmon Fillet, with Greens, Wholegrain Rice Salad, Cherry Tomatoes and Robiola Cheese$26.00
New York Strip Steak$28.00
Grilled Sirloin Steak Coated In Rice Espresso, Served Medium Rare with Rice Polenta Fries
Wild Boar Stew$28.00
Wild Boar Stew with Tomato, Onion, Carrots and Garlic, Served with Our Soft Rice-Polenta and Saffron

Insalate (Salads)

Gluten Free, Add Chicken or Shrimps + $3

Rucola e Parmigiano$12.00
Arugula, Shaved Parmigiano Cheese, Organic Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano
Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine Lettuce, Gluten-Free Croutons and Caesar Dressing
Spinacini e Finocchio$13.00
Baby Spinach, Tomatoes, Shaved Fennel, Fontina Cheese and Pecans
Avocado e Pere$13.00
Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Avocado, Pear and Parmigiano Cheese
Noci e Asiago$13.00
Mixed Greens, Roasted Peppers, Walnuts, Black Olives and Asiago Cheese
Burrata e Prosciutto di Parma$15.00
Home-Made Burrata Cheese with Parma Prosciutto, Fresh Organic Grape Tomatoes and Fresh Basil

Desserts

Rice-Based Desserts, Gluten Free

Crepe alla Nutella$10.00
Rice Flour Crepe with Nutella and Topped with Hazelnuts
Tiramisu'$9.00
Tiramisu' Made with Rice Sponge Cake
Semifreddo$9.00
Home-Made Strawberry Ice Cream with Meringue and Puffed Rice, Served on Vanilla Sauce
Tortino al Cioccolato$9.00
Warm Chocolate Cake Served with Vanilla Sauce (Available Dairy-Free)
Profiteroles$10.00
Rice Flour Pastry Filled with Mascarpone Cheese, Whipped Cream and Topped with Chocolate Sauce
Gelato di Riso$9.00
Vanilla Gelato Whit Brown Rice and Topped with Caramel Sauce
Sorbetto Del Giorno$8.00
Sorbet of the Day

What 689 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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New York City
Healthy
Manhattan
Healthy

Review summary

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Risotteria Melotti is a cozy gem in Manhattan offering an "authentic Italian experience" with an all-gluten-free menu, perfect for celiacs. Guests rave about the "best risotto in New York," charming service, and delightful ambiance. The diverse menu includes unique dishes like risotto cacio e pepe and spinach asiago, complemented by exceptional wine and desserts. The "wonderful dining experience" and attentive staff ensure a memorable visit.

689 Reviews

c
corinne
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food tasted very good, very nice to have a restaurant with gluten&dairy free options. Service however was rushed, and we were charged 45USD for one day special risotto which was way more expensive than the other risotto options and communicated orally without the price. Although it tasted good this was kind of a surprise and not good value for money. Therefore not 5 stars.
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Joe
Philadelphia
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very enjoyable dinner out with friends while dining at Riso Melotti. The saffron and wild boar risotto was the best. All dishes were very good. We decided to include the special with pumpkin (during the fall harvest season) to share so we had 4 plates for 3 people. I’m sure the desserts would also be very delicious, having seen some other tables with them, but we were full from our delicious meal. We would all return again in the future for our fill of Melotti risotto made with organic rice from Italy.
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Stephanie
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great for accommodating various dietary needs. I was able to eat vegan no problem while my mom and friend ate regularly. Didn’t love the vegan dessert option but I’d go back again and try the sorbetto instead.
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Denise
Manitoba
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and service. Quaint atmosphere. Selection of risotto is great.
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V.P.
New York City
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Felt rushed by staff even tho the dining room was mostly empty- risotto was undercooked …. I’m sure it would have been resolved had we said something- we didn’t but the dessert was AMAZING!
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Jonathan
New York City
37 reviews
vip
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoy risotto very much. This was good but given that it is the restaurant's specialty was expecting something more exceptional.
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Maura
Seattle
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A dedicated gluten free family-owned eatery with friendly and knowledgeable staff. I’m also dairy free & there were many choices. We ate Fritto Misto (crispy/light fried calamari, shrimps and zucchini battered in rice flour with spicy tomato sauce), salad, and two kinds of risotto: wild mushrooms and with duck breast ragu. The food was beautifully flavorful. A video of their process, from growing and harvesting special rice in Italy to cooking methods, was interesting. There are branches in Rome, Venice, Florence and Verona.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderfully cozy Italian spot with fantastic gluten free options. The staff is super accommodating and kind, and the food is comforting. We shared the avocado cucumber salad, and had the pesto risotto (vegan) and salmon for entrees. Delicious and would recommend
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Jonesy
San Francisco
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant!! My daughter with celiac is comfortable eating anything here! And now that my husband has gone with me, he's a fan too! I had the pesto risotto and my husband had the lobster special. We both loved our choices! He also had the chocolate cake and loved it! The lovely lady who, I believe owns the restaurant, suggested the perfect wine as well! Perfect night!
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Robert
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Experience. Micol, the manager, is doing a marvelous job, making Risotteria Melotti a Must visit for Risotto aficionados!
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FAQs

Risotteria Melotti does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Risotteria Melotti also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 755-8939.

Risotteria Melotti is rated 4.7 stars by 689 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

309 E 5th Street, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross street
2nd Avenue and 5th.
Neighborhood
East Village
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is allowed either on 1st or 2nd avenue
Public transit
Close to 2nd Ave F train stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.risotteriamelottinyc.com/
Phone number
(646) 755-8939
Catering
Do you have to organize lunches or dinners, business events or private parties? The Risotteria Melotti will cook the dishes for you, recreating a typically italian atmosphere in your home or wherever you prefer. Do not hesitate to ask for more information.

Risotteria Melotti

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Risotti

All'isolana In "Pentolino"$25.00

Vegetariano$18.00

Funghi Misti$19.00

Spinaci e Asiago di Mamma Rosetta$19.00

Radicchio, Gorgonzola e Noci$20.00

Pollo Bacon and Asparagi$20.00

Cacio e Pepe$21.00

All'anatra$21.00

Capesante, Pomodori Secchi e Basilico$21.00

Limone e Gamberi$21.00

Al Cartoccio di Crudo$21.00

Amarone e Monte Veronese$22.00

Alla Zafferano e Salsiccia$22.00

Alla Pescatora con Riso Nero Beppino$24.00

Al Tartufo$26.00

Antipasti

Bruschetta di Riso$10.00

Arancini di Riso del Giorno$11.00

Piadina di Riso$12.00

Polenta di Riso Fritta con Monte Veronese e Funghi$12.00

Polenta di Riso Nero con Gorgonzola o Funghi$13.00

Carpaccio di Salmone$13.00

Fritto Misto$14.00

In Alternativa (Rice-Based Alternatives)

Gluten-Free Burger$22.00

Grilled Salmon Fillet, with Greens, Wholegrain Rice Salad, Cherry Tomatoes and Robiola Cheese$26.00

New York Strip Steak$28.00

Wild Boar Stew$28.00

Insalate (Salads)

Rucola e Parmigiano$12.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

Spinacini e Finocchio$13.00

Avocado e Pere$13.00

Noci e Asiago$13.00

Burrata e Prosciutto di Parma$15.00

Desserts

Crepe alla Nutella$10.00

Tiramisu'$9.00

Semifreddo$9.00

Tortino al Cioccolato$9.00

Profiteroles$10.00

Gelato di Riso$9.00

Sorbetto Del Giorno$8.00

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