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Lavagna - NYC, New York, NY

Lavagna - NYC

4.9
4.9
1869 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Lavagna opened its doors on February 1st 1999.The restaurant offers casual Italian trattoria fare at moderate prices. The vibe is candlelit, cozy, with an old wood burning oven, exposed brick walls, a pressed tin ceiling and a small wine bar where one can dine also. A wall of French doors swing open in the warmer weather to a seasonal sidewalk cafe of 20 seats.
The kitchen concept is to create dishes traditionally Italian, emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients and product of the highest quality.
The menu highlights include homemade pastas, a wood oven roasted fish for two, roast pork chop, baby rack of lamb and of course the rigatoni with sweet and spicy sausage that has become a classic over the years.
The wine list has been a yearly recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2002 and it focuses on hard to find wines from regional Italy along with other international selections.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 979-1005
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Baldo Merlin
  • Private party facilities
    Lavagna restaurant offers several options for private dining. Our space is available daily for daytime private dining for 20 to 50 guests; Noon to 4pm. We also offer seating up to 24 guests Sunday through Thursday evenings in our dining room. Full room buyout options are also available any night.
  • Area
    East Village
  • Cross Street
    Between Avenue A and Avenue B
  • Parking details
    The closest public lot is located at 167 Essex Street and the corner of Houston, near Katz's Deli. It is a five block walk to the restaurant and we recommend the lot for parking during the weekends as street parking can be scarce.
  • Public transit
    By Subway:F train to Second Ave stop6 train to Astor Place
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,869 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
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lavagna in NYC is a "hidden gem" offering "phenomenal" Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent" food and "exceptional" service, with favorites like the rigatoni and seafood dishes. The "cozy" atmosphere and attentive staff make it a perfect spot for special occasions or a casual night out. Highly recommended!

1,869 Reviews
  1. Spenser

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorites restaurants in NYC. The food, the service, the ambiance, everything.

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  2. Taylor

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great vibe. Wait staff and food were incredible. It was exactly what I was looking for.

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  3. Scott

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been a fan of Lavagna since it opened in 2001. Over this time, the food has been consistently excellent (the staff too - some of whom have been with Lavagna since the beginning). Lavagna has become my favorite restaurant in nyc, one to which you can bring friends, family and dates. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed, very conducive to good conservation. Lavagna is a true gem!

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  4. Garrett

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal we’ve had in a very long time. We visit every time we come to the city.

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  5. Marc

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exactly what you want out of a neighborhood Italian restaurant. Warm, inviting, friendly and delicious. Can’t recommend enough!

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  6. Joiedemanger

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Great menu choices. Warm hospitable service and environment. A neighborhood gem!

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  7. Sam

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food with remarkable service - one of the best restaurants in NYC and my personal favorite.

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  8. Christopher

    New York City

    43 reviews

    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great low key Italian restaurant for a family night out.

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  9. Jane

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect small charming restaurant with wonderful food and wine. I will be back!

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  10. Barry

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Been going for years and it stays amazing every time.

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FAQs

Lavagna - NYC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 979-1005.

Lavagna - NYC is rated 4.9 stars by 1869 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 12 times today

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Google Map for Lavagna - NYC

545 E.5th St., New York, NY 10009

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Avenue A and Avenue B
  • Area
    East Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest public lot is located at 167 Essex Street and the corner of Houston, near Katz's Deli. It is a five block walk to the restaurant and we recommend the lot for parking during the weekends as street parking can be scarce.
  • Public transit
    By Subway:F train to Second Ave stop6 train to Astor Place
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Baldo Merlin
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 979-1005
  • Private party facilities
    Lavagna restaurant offers several options for private dining. Our space is available daily for daytime private dining for 20 to 50 guests; Noon to 4pm. We also offer seating up to 24 guests Sunday through Thursday evenings in our dining room. Full room buyout options are also available any night.
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