L'Osteria
An intimate Upper East Side Italian spot serving seasonal, handmade pasta in a room with just a dozen tables.
- Mon – Sun, 12:00 – 15:30, 17:00 – 22:00
- $$$
- 1219 Lexington Ave
- 4.7 (402 reviews)
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Description
The kitchen builds its daily specials around fresh sourcing, featuring dishes like rigatoni with sausage and mushrooms, meatballs, and a fluffy Caesar salad with extra parmesan. While the cooking is widely praised, diners frequently note that portions are small for the price. The room lends a romantic feel, though individual dishes can divide opinion—with the beef ragu described by some as missing a little something, while the cannolo stands out as a dessert highlight.
Good to know
Reserve aheadNear the Met