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Cellini, New York, NY

Cellini

4.8 (1536)
$31 to $50
Italian
65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Cellini’s culinary style of chic simplicity produces a menu of astounding freshness and creativity. We began with a masterful rendition of cornmeal polenta wedges with masses of slivered shitake mushrooms and a calamari salad garnished with beans and scallions, each set off with a hot, homemade foccacia, augmented with sliced crusty Tuscan bread. We next chose panzotti-supple half moon pasta filled with fresh, crisp vegetables lightly bathed in a delicate porcini mushroom sauce. A unique tubular pasta stuffed with the freshest fish and spinach under a seasoned fish stock was enough to show us that each dish here has its own personality, and is densely concentrated with flavor.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dino Arpaia
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate parties up to 10 - 200 people and have private areas available.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    Madison and Park Ave.
  • Parking details
    There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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What 1,536 people are saying

Cellini reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cellini in Midtown offers a "phenomenal" dining experience with "excellent food" and "attentive service." This Italian gem serves "classic dishes cooked to perfection," featuring highlights like lobster ravioli and mushroom risotto. The warm ambiance and "friendly staff" make it a perfect spot for business lunches or pre-theater dinners.
1,536 Reviews
  1. Tracey VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always …. Best food ever….staff is wonderful

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  2. Rich VIP

    New York City107 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Top rate service. Always there to help and willing to make the meal right. Excellent food, portions good. A very active restaurant and during busy times will be packed. Worth a visit.

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  3. Xepus VIP

    Mexico City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    You won’t find innovative italian food here. Just overall classic dishes cooked to perfection. Incredible ingrediets treated with respect and artisan hands. Tried the bolognese, the frutti de mare risotto, the filet mignon with madeira sauce as well as the chocolate mousse and the ricotta cheesecake. To top it off, the set of ecuadorians waiters are wuick on their feet and ready to make you feel at home. Will return soon.

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  4. Linda

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was cooked perfectly and the service was excellent. The lobster ravioli is worth a trip to this restaurant, and the dipping oil for the bread is the best I've had in a restaurant.

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  5. Dani VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and food are always amazing. One of my favorite restaurants.

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  6. Tim VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best lunch business meal in mid-town… food and service is always great!

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  7. Robert

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best if nit the best Italian restaurants in the city. Great food and service. Dino the owner is a great entrepreneur. Have been going here for over 20 years. Regards, Bob Roma

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  8. Frank VIP

    New York City33 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had very good service. Staff very nice. Quiet ambiance. Food not great. Risotto Pescatore listed as having lobster but there was NONE and 3 of us had it. None in any

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  9. Susan VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect pre-theater dinner. Great selection of affordable wines. Accommodating chef. Delicious food. Professional service.

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  10. Jennifer

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolute gem in Midtown. Always delicious. Staff is fantastic!

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FAQs

Cellini offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 751-1555.

Cellini is rated 4.8 stars by 1536 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Midtown East

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Cellini

65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison and Park Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dino Arpaia
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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