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Il Violino, New York, NY

Il Violino

4.7 (2023)
$31 to $50
Italian
180 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Il Violino was established in 1993 by the Mariani family. They are from Villa Santa Maria, a little town in the heart of Italy (Abruzzo) known as La patria dei cuochi (chefs from this town have been executives at the Vatican, the White House, embassies and top restaurants and cruise lines around the world). Il Violino has been one of the original Lincoln Center Italian restaurants and, in these days, one of the few still in operation.
The chef Vincenzo Mariani, formerly the executive chef at Monsignore (one of the top restaurant in New York City in the 70’s and 80’s), leaded the kitchen with his international experience and created an original and innovative Italian menu.
In 2009 the owner, decided to write a new page. The restaurant has been transformed into a Trattoria: a warmer and cozier ambiance, one of those that you can easily find in any small town in Italy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 873-2500
  • Website
    http://www.ilviolinony.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    180 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Cross street
    West 68th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    1, 2, 3, B & C trains to 72nd Street, and the 1 train to 66th Street.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,023 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Violino, a charming Italian spot near Lincoln Center, offers "consistently excellent meals" with "delicious food and great service." The atmosphere is "warm" and the staff "attentive," making it perfect for pre-theater dining. Guests enjoy the "family feel" and "wonderful neighborhood" vibe, with a "varied menu" of Italian favorites.
2,023 Reviews

  1. Brian

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the perfect spot for dinner especially before a show at Lincoln Center. It’s been around forever and the food and service is always top notch.

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  2. Eric

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistently excellent meals! Highly recommend.

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  3. Veronica VIP

    New York City49 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Violino is a favorite for our family. Food is always great.

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  4. Diane

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s wonderful that I’l Violino opens early enough to enjoy a delicious lunch or brunch before attending the ballet or opera at Lincoln Center. The service is always attentive, and the atmosphere pleasant.

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  5. Michele

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were incredible, we were not rushed and our slight menu changes were accepted immediately.

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  6. Arnold VIP

    New York City101 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Used to be a great pre- or post-Lincoln Center find. Charming, friendly, better-than-good food. Still charming but food very mediocre, staff indifferent (maybe just too damned hot). One review should not damn a restaurant but this experience was certainly not great.

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  7. Andrea

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our families favorite NY Italian restaurant. We come here every time we visit the city.

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  8. Phyllis

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Cooperative for making showtime. Food excellent.

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  9. Michelle VIP

    New York City56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and very good service. Very good local restaurant with wonderful staff.

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  10. Demian

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Italian restaurant. Friendly service, warm atmosphere and friendly staff. Recommended 👍

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FAQs

Il Violino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 873-2500.

Il Violino is rated 4.7 stars by 2023 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Il Violino

180 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross street
    West 68th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    1, 2, 3, B & C trains to 72nd Street, and the 1 train to 66th Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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