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Paola's Restaurant
Paola's Restaurant

Paola's Restaurant Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.paolasrestaurant.com
  • Email: paola@paolasrestaurant.com
  • Phone: (212) 794-1890
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner: Sunday - Monday 5 -10 pm,
    Tuesday - Saturday 5 - 11 pm

    Lunch: Monday - Friday 12 - 4 pm

    Brunch: Saturday 11 - 4 pm

    Brunch: Sunday 10 - 4 pm

    Stuzzichini "Lite Bites" at the bar or outdoor tables 4 - 6 pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
  • Executive Chef: Paola Bottero
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Catering: Upscale, farm fresh, home made. Classic Italian, Vegetarian, Gluten Free menus available. Hand made pastas, house made desserts.
  • Private Party Facilities: Paola's Restaurant can accommodate private events for 8 – 80 guests. Upstairs from our main dining room we have access to 4 rooms as part of the Hotel Wales, the largest of which, the brand new, stylish Carnegie Room, can accommodate up to 80. We specialize in private parties such as Rehearsal Dinners, Weddings, Baptisms, Business Meetings, Bar Mitzvahs and Fundraisers. In addition, there is a glorious roof top space with views of Central Park available in the spring and summer months. The roof terrace accommodates up to 80 and is serviced by a private kitchen.

    There is a cover charge for private spaces and per person menu prices are customized to suit the needs of your event.
  • Private Party Contact: Paola Bottero (212) 794-1890
  • Special Events & Promotions: Trent’ Anni! 30 Years!

    Celebrating 30 years of Paola’s on Manhattan’s Upper East Side in October 2013!

    Cent’Anni is a traditional Italian toast that celebrates life and literally means, “May you live to be 100 Years”. “Trent’Anni” is our expression of pride in 30 years of devotion to the authentic Italian dining experience.

    We look forward to celebrating our loyal clientele with several events featuring food, wine, and festivity in the coming year

Getting there

  • Cross Street: 92nd Street
  • Public Transit: Subway:
    The nearest subway station is 96th Street and Lexington Avenue. The nearest express subway station is 86th Street and Lexington Avenue.

    Bus:
    The M1, M2, M3 and M4 busses all stop directly in front of Paola’s at 92nd and Madison Avenue.
  • Parking: Street Parking
  • Parking Details: After 7 pm, free parking is available on Madison Avenue. Prior to 7 pm, parking can be paid by credit card or coins at the Muni Meter kiosks , after which the receipt should be displayed inside the car on the dashboard. Side street parking is free, but be careful to observe alternate side of the street parking rules indicated on the signs. The nearest parking garage is located on 94th Street between Madison & Park Avenues.
A word from Paola's Restaurant
"Everybody in New York seems to be looking for the perfect neighborhood restaurant. I think I found it."
- Ruth Reichl, The New York Times

For almost 30 years, Executive Chef Paola Bottero has offered an authentic Italian dining experience and a warm welcome on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. An icon of the Carnegie Hill Neighborhood, Paola’s serves lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and Stuzzichini “lite bites” at the gracious bar or al fresco at the outdoor tables. Joined by her son Stefano, together they are committed to the freshest ingredients and the truest interpretations of La Cucina Italiana. Benvenuti!

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Featured Reviews
  • "This is a great neighbor Restrarent that serves excellent Italian food...."
    Dined on 5/19/2013
  • "For a great Italian meal you know will be wonderful, Paola's is the place to go. Staff is informed and excellent...."
    Dined on 5/14/2013
  • "We were seated immediately, even though the restaurant was surprisingly crowded. Service was prompt, courteous and very ..."
    Dined on 5/13/2013

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