Barbetta Restaurant

Name: Barbetta Restaurant
Address: 321 West 46th Street, New York, NY, United States, 10036
Telephone: (212) 246-9171
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

4253 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Celebrating its 117th Year, Barbetta is the oldest restaurant in New York still owned by its founding family. Barbetta is also New York's oldest Italian restaurant and the oldest restaurant in the Theater District. This three-fold distinction has earned it landmark status by the Locali Storici d'Italia. In a glittering interior decorated with 18th century Italian antiques Barbetta serves the cuisine of Piemonte, Italy's northwestern most region. In summer, its exuberantly verdant garden with century-old trees and scented with the blooms of wisteria, oleander, jasmine and gardenia make it a most sought-after site for al fresco dining.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Dessert
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Wed, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 246-9171
Website
http://barbettarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Dream Team de Cuisine
Private party facilities
Barbetta makes available its verdant garden and spectacular palazzo-like interior for large receptions and weddings. For smaller parties Barbetta offers the patrician rooms of its 1874-1881 Townhouses built by the Astor family preserving their period details, fireplaces & magnificent wood paneling. Please contact Suzanna for more information and booking at barbetta100yrs@aol.com or 212.246.9171.
Private party contact
Suzanna Gardijan: (212) 246-9171

Location
321 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036
Neighborhood
Theater District / Times Square
Cross street
Btwn 8th & 9th Aves
Parking details
Public lot adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
A,E,C,1,R,N,S
Entertainment
Pianist evenings from 6:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Roast Fresh Peppers alla Bagna Cauda
Insalata Fantasia ~ Fantasy Salad of Baby Greens, Julienned Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Mushrooms, Roasted Peppers and More...
Soup of Puréed Roasted Vegetables ~ Warm or Cold
Garganelli in a Tomato and Basil Sauce
Whole Wheat Penne with a Ragu of Meat Sauce ~ A Delicious Pairing
Frappé of Melons ~ A Frothy Mixture of Melons and Berries, a Refreshing Seasonal Drink

2nd Course

Crespelle alla Savoiarda
Linguine al Pesto in the Authentic Style of Genova
Broiled Atlantic Salmon with an Herbed Sauce and Cucumbers
Cold Chicken Tonné (Tonnato) ~ Breast of Chicken in a Tuna Mayonnaise Sauce with Marinated Zucchini in Carpione and Baby Rucola
Paillard of Chicken with Fennel, Fennel Greens and Oven Roasted Tomatoes

3rd Course

Mousse of Orange Bittersweet Chocolate
Pears in Red Wine alla Piemontese
Strawberries with Zabaglione

4th Course

Coffee

Wine Pairing

Pinot Grigio delle Venezie 2021
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$55.00
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2020
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$55.00

What 4,253 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

4,253 Reviews

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Kevo
New York Area
92 reviews
vip
5.0
92 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We read the reviews prior to making reservations and we were not disappointed. it was a perfect night to dine in the courtyard. Excellent food and service.
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newyorker
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience2
Tourist trap. Weird wait staff and average food. Go somewhere else!
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SherriM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant is beautiful. The food is absolutely delicious and the service was outstanding!
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Wendy
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend especially before a show. Food was amazing quality and the service the best!
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JoeLee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was exceptionally kind and helpful, the interior and exterior spaces were beautiful. The whole experience was of comfortable elegance.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was so wonderful and so was the food. 10/10
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Cindy
Philadelphia
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
The garden was beautiful, but placed in a corner with significant wait staff traffic. The pre-theatre three-course menu was fair at best. The website listed filet and crab cakes as options with a $10 upcharge, but the menu did not reflect these offerings. Felt a bit "rushed" even though there was plenty of time to reach the theater in time for the performance and there were plenty of open tables inside and outside. Appreciated Barbetta's recognizing a birthday.
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JudithM
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
We were lucky the weather was mild and we secured a table outdoors in the garden area. Both indoors and outside’s tables are wonderful. I wasn’t so happy with our server (I secretly nicknamed him Nikita) — he didn’t measure up to the server (I believe his name is Elvis) that took care of us two weeks before.
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JudithJ
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Barbetta's is an oasis in midtown NYC. The garden provides a serene place for meaningful conversations during a meal. The food was prepared expertly, and the portions were moderate--which was just fine with our party. The service was professional, and we had a wonderful time reconnecting with our friends around the table.
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vivian
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
For a nice romantic meals, this place was phenomenal. The drinks were amazing and the food was delicious.
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AmyH
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the pre theatre dinner during restaurant week. It was our first time here. We sat in the garden which was beautiful. It was so quiet you would not know that you were in the city. The food and service were outstanding. I am looking forward to returning.
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LeslieB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had requested a quiet table (we are hard of hearing )and our request was honored. Close to the end of the meal however a group of 3 was seated VERY CLOSE to us when there were lots of tables available. They were quiet but I think they were also uncomfortable at being so close. Other than that the meal was excellent. Regards
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was exceptional and The service was outstanding!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Posto costoso ma in linea con gli standard di New York, confermo da Italiano tutto quanto scritto nelle altre recensioni. Servizio impeccabile e atmosfera magica, a due passi da Times Square.
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BradK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very elegant decor and service. Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience2
Worst dinner we had in NYC out of a 4 day trip. I mean from tasteless food to the waiter never even checking on us after the main dish was served. Terrible experience would never return.
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BobT
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful place for lunch and or pre theatre dinner. Staff is ultra attentive. Ambience is second to none.
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LindaM
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious food, great service and garden ambiance add up to lovely lunch at Barbetta
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Vickibicki
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner in the garden of Barbetta's is magical. You think you're dining in heaven. The dinner entrees were generous and delicious. Can't wait to return to sample more of the menu.
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DanaW
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
2.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
This is not what it was. Fake flowers on the table, flimsy piece of pink paper with photocopied menu. Zabagione that was a squirt of whipped cream. I could go on but it’s too depressing.
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Bean
Montreal
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience2
Very disappointing… food was just ok, service was just ok. Restaurant was very empty on a Saturday night. Piano player finished at 8:00 then we sat in a very empty and quiet room. Very overpriced. The most disappointing meal we had in New York.
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JosephP
New York Area
78 reviews
vip
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went during restaurant week for a pre-theatre dinner. The special menu was excellent with a variety of choices and everything we ordered was first-rate. We ate in the beautiful garden in the back and it felt like eating in Italy. We had not eaten there in many years and will definitely return.
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MargaretB
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience1
Good value, but food was under salted and service was not professional except for bus boys.
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MichaelK
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
A good choice for a pre theatre 3 course dinner for $42. The backyard is nice on a summer’s evening. The restaurant is, however, in need of a make over. The decor is tired and worn.
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Paul
New York Area
104 reviews
vip
5.0
104 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Old school elegance with a wonderful menu. My appetizer was unlike anything I had tried before; a hollowed-out sweet onion served as the bowl, and was filled with a blend of onion and a creamy Italian cheese. My main course was the rack of lamb with fava beans, peas, pearl onions, and roasted hazelnuts. The lamb chops were large, tender, and cooked perfectly. The wait staff were plentiful and attentive. We never felt ignored or rushed. My only regret is that, due to preferences of others in my party, we chose to eat indoors, but we did step out into the garden dining area and it looked romantic and comfortable. We will dine in the garden next time!
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Puddin
New York Area
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a beautiful lunch in the garden. The food was wonderful, and the service was top notch. We can’t wait to return!
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Cyn3247
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The garden is delightful and the staff professional and courteous. My favorite restaurant in the theatre district
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JudithM
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
Restaurant week menu was very good — something for everyone. One item was excluded from the on line menu and when I inquired they graciously allowed me to order it. We weren’t rushed and were sitting in the garden area outdoors which was delightful — we were lucky that the weather was perfect.
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EuniceB
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
delicious and beautiful garden on a beautiful day! really special restaurant week menu made it a very affordable, special pre- theatre treat! very pleasant staff
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jamesm
New York Area
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
lovely dinner in the garden, only issue was getting thee check was a little slow, had to get up and ask for it prior to going to the theatre.
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JayS
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a delight to dine at Barbetta's. The garden is like a\n oasis in the middle of Manhattan. Eduardo is THE BEST. Makes you feel like a long-lost friend and has superb dining recommendations.
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HerbS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We used the great Restaurant Week prices to try Barbetta, an outstanding northern Iralian restaurant near the Theater District. Staff, waiters, food and the beauty of the room were all perfect. We saw the beautiful outdoor garden, where we would like to eat at another time. It was too hot for outdoor dining on Friday. Barbetta is a perfect place to "pop the question," given its beauty.
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Nina
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Lovely ambiance. Food can be acceptable or good depending on day
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely place and perfect introduction to course dining for my teenagers. The food was delicious and the service was amazing. I look forward to coming back and trying a la cart dining next time.
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MaryBeaK
Naples
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favorite- Never disappoints - Lovely interior surroundings, only to be surpassed by the option of outdoor dining in a beautiful garden setting!
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B123
New York Area
42 reviews
vip
2.0
42 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience4
My husband and I were amazed about the tasteless food & small portions. I’m not a glutton but I was still hungry after the main couse of cold chicken. Ugh! My granddaughter had a gnocchi which was much too cheesy. My son & I tried it and we understood why she didn’t eat it. My son’s dinner was good. One in four dinners doesn’t cut it. We won’t return to this restaurant.
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eats99
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience5
The good: we ate in the garden in back of the restaurant, which was lovely, cool, and quiet. Easy to forget you're not in NYC. The food was excellent—we ate from the pre-theatre prix fixe menu (although they spelled it pre fixe, the American misspelling that's become common). The Very Not Good: The bill was $137—absolutely fair price—but they rang up my credit card for $187. They fixed it with no complaint (and a couple of apologies) when I pointed it out, but I have to say I wonder if it was an innocent mistake or an attempt to scam me out of $50 plus tip.
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PadreGiovanni
Baltimore
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely best Northern Italian restaurant in New York City if not the whole USA. Authentic cuisine. Fabulous ambiance. Impeccable service. Smoked salmon is A1. Fresh made pasta (gnocchi) were phenomenal. Rabbit done to perfection.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place was AMAZING. Manager and staff 10/10. Food was AMAZING. Best restaurant experience I have had in a LONG time. Highly highly recommend.
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Ejl1
Orlando
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
If you’re looking for old New York this is it. Romantic setting with excellent service. Staff is very accommodating. A bit on the pricey side, but definitely worth a splurge.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Barbetta Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 4253 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

321 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

Cross street
Btwn 8th & 9th Aves
Neighborhood
Theater District / Times Square
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Lunch Wed, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Dessert
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public lot adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
A,E,C,1,R,N,S
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dream Team de Cuisine
Entertainment
Pianist evenings from 6:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://barbettarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(212) 246-9171
Private party facilities
Barbetta makes available its verdant garden and spectacular palazzo-like interior for large receptions and weddings. For smaller parties Barbetta offers the patrician rooms of its 1874-1881 Townhouses built by the Astor family preserving their period details, fireplaces & magnificent wood paneling. Please contact Suzanna for more information and booking at barbetta100yrs@aol.com or 212.246.9171.
Private party contact
Suzanna Gardijan: (212) 246-9171

Barbetta Restaurant

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Menu

1st Course

Roast Fresh Peppers alla Bagna Cauda

Insalata Fantasia ~ Fantasy Salad of Baby Greens, Julienned Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Mushrooms, Roasted Peppers and More...

Soup of Puréed Roasted Vegetables ~ Warm or Cold

Garganelli in a Tomato and Basil Sauce

Whole Wheat Penne with a Ragu of Meat Sauce ~ A Delicious Pairing

Frappé of Melons ~ A Frothy Mixture of Melons and Berries, a Refreshing Seasonal Drink

2nd Course

Crespelle alla Savoiarda

Linguine al Pesto in the Authentic Style of Genova

Broiled Atlantic Salmon with an Herbed Sauce and Cucumbers

Cold Chicken Tonné (Tonnato) ~ Breast of Chicken in a Tuna Mayonnaise Sauce with Marinated Zucchini in Carpione and Baby Rucola

Paillard of Chicken with Fennel, Fennel Greens and Oven Roasted Tomatoes

3rd Course

Mousse of Orange Bittersweet Chocolate

Pears in Red Wine alla Piemontese

Strawberries with Zabaglione

4th Course

Coffee

Wine Pairing

Pinot Grigio delle Venezie 2021

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2020

What 4,253 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

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