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Lusardi's Restaurant

4.5
4.5
630 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1494 Second Ave, New York, NY 10075

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
cozy Italian restaurant in a classic European decor, gracious staff serving superb northern Italian fare

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 12:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Meneghini
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    78th
  • Parking details
    Muni meter on street, parking garages on 77st and 2nd Ave and 79th Street and 2nd Ave
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Full Bar, Wine

What 630 people are saying

Lusardi's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 1.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

630 Reviews
  1. JohnM

    New York City332 reviews

    4.0

    Reviewed on July 15, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Always reliable, this UES standby has a wide range of interesting Italian dishes, including (hard to find) rabbit and kidneys, fine pastas, gracious old style friendly service.

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  2. yellowflower

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 24, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always -- excellent food, service, ambiance.

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  3. suttonplace VIP

    New York City141 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 24, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistent good food and excellent service. I love the John Dory fish and eggplant appetizer but all the selections are good.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lusardi's never disappoints -- outstanding as ALWAYS! Amazing cuisine (truffle risotto!!), perfect service, and perfect ambiance. Equally special for dinner for two or a family and friends gathering. We adore this restaurant!

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  5. cityfoodies VIP

    New York City71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 22, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family dinner and loved everything from start to finish! The food was so delicious. The wine was fabulous, we ordered 3 bottles! The service was outstanding. We can't wait to go back!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City51 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 19, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu has a seasonal aspect but all items are fresh tasting and well prepared. Typically close seating and smaller tables. A standard New York scene. Waiters are responsive and well mannered. Atmosphere is best described as brisk.

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  7. AdHocTraveller VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 15, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lusardi's never disappoints. The service is friendly and always professional. The food is excellent and the ambiance is just right for a lively, somewhat elegant (but never stodgy) neighborhood Italian. Specials are sometimes pricey and out of line with dishes on the printed menu. Ask before you order. Otherwise this restaurant is just right.

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  8. suttonplace VIP

    New York City141 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 10, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistent good food and service. I enjoy the John Dory fish but everything is excellent.

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  9. JAN85

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 6, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I asked for a quiet table and they attended to it. Although a little pricey, the food and service was worth the price.

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  10. Dolores

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 4, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner with an old gal friend (not old, but friend of long-standing). Waiters are charming and very attentive. Food to die for. Always a treat here.

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Lusardi's Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 630 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Lusardi's Restaurant

1494 Second Ave, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

  • Cross street
    78th
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 12:00pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Muni meter on street, parking garages on 77st and 2nd Ave and 79th Street and 2nd Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Meneghini
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Full Bar, Wine
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