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Il Postino, New York, NY

Il Postino

4.9
4.9
1084 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
21:30
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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 17:00–23:00 Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 688-0033
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Luigi Russo
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available.
  • Area
    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

What 1,084 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Best Overall

  • Manhattan

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Postino offers an enchanting dining experience in NYC with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." This Italian gem is praised for its "wonderful ambiance" and attentive staff, making it a top choice for special occasions or casual nights out. Despite being on the pricier side, diners find the quality "worth the experience."

1,084 Reviews
  1. Brian

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always!! An amazing dining experience.

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  2. Tarina

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service and delicious food! Made to order pasta dishes! Made us feel like we were back Italy! So welcoming . Our new favorite spot !

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  3. Arthur

    VIP

    New York City

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Literally the best meal ever. The Dover sole and the Blue Fin tuna were to die for. This is a superb restaurant

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  4. Michelle

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When is it not the greatest night ever at Il Postino? From the moment you walk in the door you are greeted like family, fed like family and warmly embraced as if they’ve been awaiting your return. The amazing staff never misses a beat, and it shows in the warm and personal way they run their restaurant. Everything is generous-the drinks, the meals and especially the positive energy. This restaurant has become a hands down favorite for special occasions and regular evenings too. Every time I leave I can’t wait until the next time. Perfect in every way!

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  5. Mike

    VIP

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is some of the best Italian in NY. The location is quaint and service is top notch. They have a set menu but generally willing to make anything if they have the ingredients. Make it a UES go to.

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  6. Margaret

    VIP

    Washington DC

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible skill at handling fish, with remarkable vegetables. The branzino encased in salt (just to keep moisture in; not salty) was superb and the Nantucket scallops were perfect. Lovely atmosphere in this attractive restaurant. Terrific service. Top prices, but you get genuine value for your dollars.

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  7. LeRoy

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience at Il Postino is consistently amazing!!!

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  8. Cindy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Celebrating Christmas a eve with a dear friend - it was truly special! Thank you!

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  9. Gordon

    VIP

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, service fantastic and ambiance transporting! Highly recommend!!

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  10. Greg

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around. Slow dining experience and able to converse because is it a romantic and sophisticated crowd. Service was perfect and food was extra ordinary. Chef also provided a few extra pre dinner treats.

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Il Postino is rated 4.9 stars by 1084 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 15 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
  • Area
    Midtown East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 17:00–23:00 Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • 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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