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Donna Margherita, New York, NY

Donna Margherita

4.7
4.7
87 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Enjoy a variety of Italian favorites - such as Lasagne Della Nonna (traditional meat lasagna), Penne Arrabbiata O Al Pomodoro (penne in a spicy homemade tomato sauce), and Melanzane Alla Parmigiana (eggplant parmigiana) - made with the highest quality Italian ingredients and with Chef Rosanna's special touch. We also offer 14 different brick oven, thin crust pizzas, including a Rustica (mozzarella, sausage, red peppers, olives and basil), a Vedova Bianca (mozzarella, ricotta, radicchio and walnuts), and our signature Donna Margherita (buffalo mozzarella, tomato "filetto" and pecorino), along with salads, appetizers, homemade desserts and a variety of wine and beer. Our cozy restaurant is a cheerful retreat from the bustle of Second Avenue. Lunch and dinner are served in our downstairs dining room where intimate twosomes as well as families and groups of friends can gather under a photographic mural of an Italian countryside.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 772-1169
  • Website
    http://www.donnamargheritanyc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Rosanna
  • Catering
    We offer off-site catering for corporate and family gatherings.
  • Location
    1304A Second Avenue, New York, NY 10065
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    68th & 69th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Entertainment
    Please inquire for Pizza Party for your kids with balloons, show, games on a private room.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Last updated: 2 February 2022

What 87 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donna Margherita is a cherished neighborhood gem, known for its "great food and great service." The Italian dishes are "consistently good," with highlights like burrata with prosciutto and octopus salad. While ambience is minimal, the restaurant's "amazing" staff and owner create a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. Reservations recommended.

87 Reviews

  1. Paolo

    New York City

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience. Quality of food is great and real Italian, the staff and the chef are amazing. Kudos to Enzo that is doing a great job. I will go back for sure. Highly recommended. Bravi!

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  2. brian

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time. Went for my daughter‘s birthday. Monday night the place was packed. Good vibe. Excellent service. Fantastic food. We will be back.

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  3. Robbin

    VIP

    Miami

    15 reviews

    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very rude people!! Was told no tables available. So I looked on open table while at the restaurant and I was able to make a reservation for indoors. I showed them the reservation. They said well should not have been able to make a reservation. Still said no tables available! We left I called to cancel so to keep my status here with open table while obviously they never canceled since open table asked me for a review! We ate instead at Mediterraneo down the steeet which was delicious and service friendly!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian in NYC!! We had an amazing dining experience! We sat on the patio as it was a beautiful night out. Food, service and atmosphere were 10/10. Add this place to your NYC dining list, you will not be disappointed.

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  5. Rachel

    VIP

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A true neighborhood staple. Food is always delicious and they accommodate my gluten free diet.

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  6. Elizette

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were all delicious! My friends and I have no complaints

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  7. Randi

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We were there to celebrate a birthday and sat outside. Our app pizza’s were good. We then waited 1hr for our food and it came out cold as if it had been sitting there. Waiter never came by to ask how things were. When I asked for the check I mentioned my entree wasn’t good and he didn’t even ask why. Just took it away. Won’t be back.

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  8. RachelM

    VIP

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 8 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious and consistently good food. So friendly and true neighborhood joint

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  9. DaveD

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great home style Italian. The staff is amazing. So nice. It’s always excellent

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! The owner Salvatore made us feel at home and the food and service were excellent. Will be back soon!

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FAQs

Donna Margherita does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Donna Margherita also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 772-1169.

Donna Margherita is rated 4.7 stars by 87 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
19:00
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Donna Margherita

1304A Second Avenue, New York, NY 10065

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    68th & 69th Street
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rosanna
  • Entertainment
    Please inquire for Pizza Party for your kids with balloons, show, games on a private room.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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