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Cecilia, New York, NY

Cecilia

4.7 (20)
$30 and under
American
97 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009-5111

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
Located at 97 St. Marks Place in the heart of the East Village, CECILIA combines old-world charm with modern flair, creating a welcoming space for wining, dining and creating memorable experiences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Wine Bar, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (212) 598-5852
  • Neighborhood
    East Village
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Private dining

What 20 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cecilia offers a "chill but vibey feel" in the East Village, excelling with "excellent service" and "wonderful cuisine." Diners rave about the "personable" owner, "superb" food, and a "warm vibe." Highlights include the Creole Shrimp and Grits and a cozy atmosphere. "A must go to place" for a delightful experience.

20 Reviews
  1. Katherine VIP

    Jackson Hole8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old East Village atmosphere.. excellent service and wonderful cuisine! So nice for brunch..

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  2. Nicole

    Detroit5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arrived a few minutes after our reservation time and were promptly seated. The place has such a chill but vibey feel. One of the coolest spots in the East Village. Ordered the anchovy toast - so fresh. Ordered the Mackerel, burger and mushroom risotto - all cooked to perfection. Banana split sundae to finish - with some soju cocktails on the side. The owner is incredibly personable - and made us feel as if we’re at his home. Highly recommend this gem if you’re in need of quality food, service and vibes!

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  4. Dean

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great, service was slow between table touches - we would have ordered an additional round if someone had checked in more frequently.

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  5. Joyce VIP

    Kansas City115 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great evening with excellent food and terrific service all in a neighborhood gem location.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first visit to Cecilia for brunch with a friend. I ordered the Creole Shrimp and Grits, which were perfection. The addition of some non-coffee based drinks like Chai (with a non-dairy “milk”, like soy or almond) would make this the perfect brunch spot that I would return to.

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  7. Mehmet VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service cocktails were great. Food was very, very good.!!!  Nice to have a bistro restaurant in the East Village, hope they’re here for a long time!!!

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  8. Carol VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, excellent service, friendly vibe. Nice patio out back.

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  9. John

    New York City45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience. It is a lovely venue. Charming, warm, but not boring. The service was impeccable. And the food was superb. A great night and a great meal.

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  10. frank

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Thank you . Good neighborhood spot overall

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FAQs

Cecilia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 598-5852.

Cecilia is rated 4.7 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Cecilia

97 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009-5111

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    East Village
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Wine Bar, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (212) 598-5852
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