Find Primola and Plan an Italian Meal in Manhattan

Primola serves classic Italian fare at 1226 2nd Ave in Manhattan, New York. For an Italian meal, the listed schedule is noon–3 PM and 5–11 PM Monday–Friday, with 5–11 PM dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Its description emphasizes a clubby neighborhood atmosphere and a loyal local crowd. Use the $$$ price cue and recorded 4.4/5 rating from 277 reviews to compare the fit, then call (212) 758-1775 to confirm your plan.

Address: 1226 2nd Ave, Manhattan, New York
Weekday lunch: Monday–Friday, noon–3 PM
Dinner: every day, 5–11 PM
Weekend lunch: not listed
Price cue: $$$; exact menu prices are not provided here
Recorded rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 277 reviews
Phone: (212) 758-1775
Check with the restaurant for changes to its weekly schedule.

For lunch, use the Monday-through-Friday window of noon to 3 PM. Dinner runs every day from 5 PM to 11 PM, while Saturday and Sunday list dinner only. Build your plan around the two-hour gap between weekday services rather than assuming continuous afternoon opening. These are the listed weekly hours, not a live availability check; call (212) 758-1775 to confirm the schedule before making a special trip.

Primola is described as a clubby neighborhood haunt for classic Italian fare, with locals and celebrity regulars. That describes its dining identity, not a promise that any particular guest will be present. Use the classic Italian and clubby atmosphere as your comparison point, then match it with the listed $$$ price cue. Specific dishes, a current menu, and exact meal totals are not confirmed here; contact the restaurant for those details.

Start with the facts that affect your decision: 1226 2nd Ave, the weekly service windows, and the $$$ price cue. The recorded rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 277 reviews, which is a snapshot rather than a live score. Use the related guides below to compare titles and dining themes, then save a reminder for the option you prefer. Call before relying on a special schedule or an exact spend.

Where is Primola?
1226 2nd Ave in Manhattan, New York.

Is lunch listed on weekends?
No. Lunch is listed Monday–Friday, noon–3 PM. Saturday and Sunday list dinner from 5–11 PM.

How late is dinner listed?
Dinner is listed until 11 PM every day, starting at 5 PM. Confirm any changes with the restaurant.

What is the recorded rating?
4.4 out of 5 from 277 reviews; this is a recorded figure, not a live rating feed.

Does the price cue give an exact total?
No. The listed cue is $$$; confirm current menu prices with the restaurant.

How can you check details before going?
Call (212) 758-1775.

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