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Altesi Ristorante, New York, NY
Altesi Ristorante, New York, NY
Altesi Ristorante, New York, NY
Altesi Ristorante, New York, NY
Altesi Ristorante, New York, NY

Altesi Ristorante

4.8
4.8
808 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Located at 26 East 64th Street, Altesi Madison is one of the two restaurants of Altesi Group, serving lunch and dinner (as well as Saturday & Sunday brunch). Our recipes are rooted in Italy’s rich culinary tradition and the freshest seasonal ingredients. Conveniently located just off Madison Avenue, Altesi Madison has an outdoor dining space in its enclosed garden. Altesi Madison is a neighborhood gem for gourmets in search of elegant but authentic Italian food.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 759-8900
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Edilberto Soriano
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it is a business dinner, birthday party, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception Altesi offers both the décor and cuisine that makes for an unforgettable dinning experience
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Alavian: (844) 848-0038
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    Madison Ave & 5th Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F (63 & Lex)<br />N and R (5th Ave & 59 St)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 808 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

808 Reviews
  1. SerylK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was delicious, we had the Salmon and the Bronzino, they we both amazing. We had a wonderful evening Thank you.

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  2. Theaterlover

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is quite good. It's an elevated experience of Italian food. The restaurant has a calm, peaceful vibe. I will definitely be back.

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  3. SigmundFraud

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The prix fixe lunch is very good and well priced, but the piece of salmon was miniscule and the coffee dessert are much too expensive. The price of the prix fixe is misleading. But i have been there many many times and I will return.

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  4. LaurenG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great good, great service and wonderful ambience Would definitely recommend

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  5. MAWalk

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had guest in from Germany and wanted a quiet restaurant with good food and good service. My NY friend recommended Altesi - Midtown. The food and the service was great. The noise level was low and we could have good conversation. I recommend it.

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  6. TheatreLover

    New York Area

    109 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Altesi is a lovely restaurant on the Upper East Side. We had the prix fixe lunch menu during Fashion Week and it was perfect. I would definitely go back.

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  7. BDonovan

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an absolute must. The food is amazing and the Team couldn't have been more gracious!

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  8. Barb

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely ambience and great food - a true neighborhood find on the upper east side!

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  9. ChrisCC

    San Francisco

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love dining at Altesi when we visit NYC! Every dish is delicious and the wine list is wonderful. Thanks for such a nice dining experience and we will see you on our next visit.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A great experience I will come back again and again …

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  11. PatriciaG

    Birmingham

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have discovered the lovely place recently and I would absolutely recommend. I have been twice and both dinners were just divine. Service is friendly and attentive, it’s a nice atmosphere and you can also sit outside, enjoying the NYC summer evenings. A true gem in the area!

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  12. NYLew

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Altesi never disappoints- -a lovely place to entertain friends and be sure that everyone will enjoy wonderful food and service and be able to hear each other’s conversation. A terrific Upper East Side dining experience.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience1
    While there was Beautiful service & a Beautiful setting it couldn’t make up for the Food - which was fair at best! Additionally One of the waiters or kitchen staff came in and spent 15 minutes extremely loudly saying some ridiculous things- as if he were drunk! The restaurant was empty so we were appalled that he continued to act as if we weren’t dining. Our waiter on the other hand luckily was excellent! And the wine was perfect - a Sancerre and delicious Borgogne by the glass. The chicken parm on the restaurant week menu was like cardboard with exhaustive amounts of cheese- the accompanying side was unappealing at best with what looked like succotash mixed into squash purée. The desert, which was a chocolate mousse, was not tempered and flavorless Sadly- would not recommend

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  14. Warr

    New York Area

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were at Altesi for a Restaurant Week (RW) dinner. I chose this restaurant because they had a superior menu with a wide number of choices. That was exactly what we found to be the case. RW is almost over in 3 days, so I would try to squeeze in a visit to Altesi ASAP to choose among Shrimp or Scallop appitesers (and more) and Lamb shank or sole (and more) on the Main course side. The desserts included mousse and tirami su (plus). Great service and lots of outside seating.

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  15. Windsor1336

    New York Area

    59 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent Tuscan menu and a chic, modern ambience - all-around excellent, and everyone enjoyed it. Was not familiar with Altesi, but discovered it via Summer Restaurant Week - my friends and I will not only return, but recommend it to others. Also, our waiter, Edoardo, was superb - professional, gracious and helpful.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place. We will. Be back for many meals! Definitely a must . So close to Central Park and not far from the Met and the Guggenheim.

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  17. LRiv

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a gem! My friend’s husband saw this place and recommended it because it was in the vicinity we wanted to stay. Lucky find- the service was superb and the food delicious. It is a little pricey but I definitely had enough food and a really great bottle of wine.

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  18. NativeNewYorker

    New York Area

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding in every way. The food is inspired and delicious, the staff is attentive and very helpful, but not overly present. I have been to Altesi several times over the past two years - it has firmly established itself as one of my favorite restaurants in New York. 11 out of 10.

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  19. myopinion

    New York Area

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The menu for Restaurant Week had enough good choices for my friend and I to have different tasty dishes for each course. It was not too noisy and the service was attentive.

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  20. Birthdaygirl12

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Not inexpensive for lunch but so pleasant, quiet with good service.

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  21. DougR

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and fantastic service. Highly recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Altesi is our goto place on the Upper East Side for a good meal with pleasant ambiance and friendly service. Indoor noise level permits conversation and when the weather is nice it is lovely to sit outside.

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  23. RayH

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food with many tempting choices on the menu. Nice Wine List. GREAT HOST & OWNER. Fun & Pleasant place. Beautiful outside tables in good weather.

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  24. RobertN

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Loved the food and the staff was very friendly and available

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  25. EdSa

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic small restaurant with very good food, good wine selection, and fantastic service and hospitality. What made our dining experience great was the attention and service provided by our waiter and the restaurant staff. Very knowledgeable and accommodating.

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  26. AndrewS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent option for a great dinner. Very good pasta and a delicious tiramisú. We go every time we are in NY.

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  27. JosephB

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The environment and wait staff were very pleasant. The manager welcomed us and thanked us for dining with them. My only small concern, the portions were a bit small.

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  28. EileenM

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely, soothing ambiance’s, the perfect place to unwind after a long day for a good meal. Service is on point and the food was delicious.

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  29. deank

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Excellent service! Very enjoyable restaurant!!

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  30. FredR

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Altesi is always a favorite. From the excellent food to the lovely hospitality to the pleasant environment, it's a top choice for a special lunch or dinner.

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  31. Joycets

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Authentic Italian delicious food prepared honestly and by a level of expertise and care only typically found in Italy. Waiters too adopt the professionalism

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  32. JackB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is consistently delicious. Daily specials are additive. Service is attentive but unobtrusive. Nice to see the same team every time.

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  33. FTLWesty

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Paolo is the best host in NYC and highly recommend

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  34. Foodie

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were invited for mother’s day and we loved it so much we went back 3 days later. Food is delicious, friendly and attentive service and warm atmosphere.

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  35. SuzanneF

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Unfortunately there was a VERY noisy and large group near us. Food and service excellent

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  36. carlatm

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    I was disappointed because I thought this restaurant was more upscale, it wasn't. Main course was good but dessert Terrible Waiter was very sweet though

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  37. Iabeany

    Greater Boston

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and friendly and accomodating staff

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  38. JohnA

    Columbus

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Had an early dinner here so the restaurant was not busy at all. Service was excellent (we were 1 of 3 tables) and our waiter made great recommendations for wine and food. The pappardelle with porcini mushrooms was outstanding, highly recommend that as a pasta dish. The only drawbacks were several stern warnings on the menu: ‘do not ask for a wine tasting!’ and ‘splitting dishes may require a charge’. In such a competitive market, at higher than average prices, I’m surprised the owner doesn’t accommodate these requests.

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  39. Blondie

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful birthday lunch celebration. The food was all excellent and our waiter was terrific, and very patient with our special requests. I would certainly return in a moment.

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  40. RobynC

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant...it is my "gp to" for lunch frequently. The staff is lovely, the food is consistently good. Thank you.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Altesi Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Altesi Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 759-8900.

Altesi Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 808 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Altesi Ristorante

26 E 64th Street, New York, NY 10065

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison Ave & 5th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F (63 & Lex)N and R (5th Ave & 59 St)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Edilberto Soriano
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 759-8900
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it is a business dinner, birthday party, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception Altesi offers both the décor and cuisine that makes for an unforgettable dinning experience
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Alavian: (844) 848-0038
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