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Sauce, New York, NY

Sauce

4.5
4.5
1081 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
The neighborhood knows us for our heritage chicken parm, grass-fed beef meatballs, homemade pasta, and extra thin crust pizza, but what people really come back for is the thing that anchors it all: the sauce. Staying true to Italian tradition, the team starts their day with pots of simmering sauce, just like Nonna does when prepping for Sunday dinner. The recipes are tried-and-true and made with the best ingredients with love from Italian expert chef consultant Maura Ardu. The space is cozy, the music is always just a little bit too loud, and the dishes are classic and consistent.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 16:00–23:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 420-7700
  • Website
    http://saucerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Maura Ardu
  • Catering
    Please e-mail reservations@saucerestaurant.com for catering options!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a bday party, baby shower, office function or any other special event, please contact us at reservations@saucerestaurant.com or check out our website and we'll do our best to accommodate your desired date and any requests you may have to make your party/celebration memorable.
  • Location
    78 Rivington Street, New York, NY 10002
  • Area
    Lower East Side
  • Cross Street
    Allen St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F train to Second Avenue. F, M, J train to Delancey Street/Essex Street. B, D train to Grand Street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,081 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sauce in NYC is celebrated for its "phenomenal" food and service. After recent renovations, it's become a must-visit spot for many, offering delicious dishes and a vibrant atmosphere. Notable highlights include the expertly crafted polenta and attentive staff, ensuring a memorable dining experience. However, ensure reservation confirmations.

1,081 Reviews

  1. Tania

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant delivers an extraordinary dining experience, with food that is truly exceptional. The highlight of the meal was the polenta, a dish crafted to absolute perfection. Served tableside, the presentation added an elegant and personal touch that elevated the entire experience. The texture was creamy, the flavor rich and perfectly balanced, making it a standout among an already impressive menu. The service matched the quality of the food, with attentive and knowledgeable staff watched very closed by the excepcional manager Austin, enhancing the overall ambiance. From start to finish, the attention to detail and passion for culinary excellence were evident. Highly recommend this spot for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience—don’t miss the polenta!

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  2. Matt

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very good experience at this space. Excellent food and service

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  3. ELLIET

    VIP

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every visit to. NYC must include a dinner (or two) @ Sauce for us … the food is amazing, the staff attentive and fun (thank you John Luc!) and dig the music

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  4. Sean

    New York City

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place for vibes and drinks, our waitress was great but the food was not good.

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  5. Tania

    New York City

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The birthday was a shame ! We came from very far and SAUCE was closed! Even though with our reservation made early in the morning!

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  6. Sue

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved Sauce. Food delicious.great atmosphere and the staff were amazing.

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  7. Eduardo

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best places in Nee York City honestly. The food is great and the staff are amazing.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and staff on point. Definitely has god’s stamp of approval.

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  9. Mandy

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thrilled Sauce is back open after their renovation. The food and service are always phenomenal. It’s great to have a consistently amazing place in nyc!

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  10. FrancescaG

    New York City

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 27 May 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tbh this might have been the worse pasta I’ve ever eaten in NY, which is sad bc the location is great!

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FAQs

Sauce does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Sauce also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 420-7700.

Sauce is rated 4.5 stars by 1081 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sauce

78 Rivington Street, New York, NY 10002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Allen St
  • Area
    Lower East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 16:00–23:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F train to Second Avenue. F, M, J train to Delancey Street/Essex Street. B, D train to Grand Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Maura Ardu
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://saucerestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 420-7700
  • Catering
    Please e-mail reservations@saucerestaurant.com for catering options!
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it's a bday party, baby shower, office function or any other special event, please contact us at reservations@saucerestaurant.com or check out our website and we'll do our best to accommodate your desired date and any requests you may have to make your party/celebration memorable.
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