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Cotenna

Name: Cotenna
Address: 21 Bedford St, New York, NY, United States, 10014
Telephone: (646) 861-0175
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (285)

$50 and over

Café

21 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for fine wines

Hearty meat dishes and tasty pasta take the stage at Cotenna. This cozy Italian restaurant serves an extensive menu that includes seafood dishes, grilled meat and traditional pasta favorites like spaghetti and meatballs. Diners get to enjoy their meal in a cozy interior complemented by wood paneling, dim overhead lamps and walls lined with wine bottles. Chef Roberto Passon ensures the richness of each dish by insisting on only using pasta made in-house.

Cotenna offers a fine selection of wine to pair with its menu. Its simple but casual ambiance makes it an ideal pick for everything, from a mid-week business lunch, to a group outing with friends. Open until midnight during the week, and 1 a.m. over the weekend, this restaurant is also an appealing choice for late night dining. Cotenna is open all week.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Café
Phone number
(646) 861-0175
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Roberto Passon

Location
21 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Greenwich Village
Cross street
Between 6th avenue and Downing Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
A,C,E train, west 4th station 1 and 2 train, Houston Station

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Salsiccia e Lenticchie
Sweet Italian Sausage, Lentil Stew
Olive e Feta
Marniated Olives, Feta Cheese
Caprino alle Erbe
Warm Herbed Goat Cheese, Tomato Sauce
Crostini Porchetta
Sliced Suckling Pig, Salsa Verde
Costicine di Maiale
Slow cooked Pork Ribs
Crostini di Pulpo
Sliced Octopus, Capers, Tomato, Pesto
Mozzarella Saporita
Prosciutto Wrapped Warm Mozzarella, Radicchio
Gamberoni e Carciofi
Jumbo Shrimp Skewer, Marinated Artichikes
Gamberi e Aglio e Olio
Shrimp Scampi, Garlic, Olive Oil
Cinghiale con Polenta
Wild Boar Stew, House Made Polenta
Vongole Oreganate
Baked Market Clams, Oregano, Lemon Sauce
Bruschetta ai Funghi e Montasio
Mushroom Bruschetta, Montasio Cheese
Carciofi e Olive
Spicy Sauteed Artichokes, Gaeta Olives
Tortino di Granchio e Funghi
Crab & Shrimp Cakes, Capers, Mushrooms
Sardine in "Saor"
Grilled Sardines, Onions, Pine Nuts, Raisins
Melanzane e Caprino
Grilled Eggplant, Goat Cheese, Basil
Datteri e Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Speck
Calamari in Umido
Stewes Calamari, Capers, Olives, Tomato Sauce
Costicine di Agnello
Grilled Lamb Chops, Balsamic Vinegar, Roasted Potatoes
Cozze Marinate
Sauteed Mussels, Garlic, Tocai White Wine
Gamberetti Lenticchie e Polenta
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Stewed Lentils, Polenta
Polpetta Pomodoro
Beef Meatballs, Tomato Sauce

Paste

$16. Gluten Free Pasta Upon Request

Fettuccine ai Funghi
Wild Mushrooms & Truffle Oil
Pappardelle Cinghiale
Slow Braised Wild Boar
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Traditional Bolognese Sauce
Linguine Vongole
Linguine & Clams
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Hand-Rolled Gnocchi, Tomato Sauce
Ravioli Ricotta
Fresh Ricotta, Spinach, Parmesan Cream
Lasagne Bolognese
Traditional Meat Lasagna
Maccheroni al Tartufo
Slow Baked Mac & Cheese, Black Truffle Carpaccio
Spaghetti e Polpette
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Orecchiette Salsiccia Rapini
Italian Sausage, Garlic, Broccoli Rabe
Tortelloni d'Aragosta
Lobster Ravioli, Pink Vodka
Rigatoni e Gamberi
Spicy Grilled Shrimp, Garlic, Tomato
Penne Pesto e Carciofi
Pesto Sauce, Artichokes, Parmesan
Garganelli Osso Buco
Traditonal Osso Buco Sauce
Tortelli Prosciutto e Piselli
Prosciutto, Green Peas & Parmesan Creamy Sauce

Carpacci

$16

Manzo
Filet Mignon, Arugula, Grana Padano
Tonno
Sushi Grade Tuna, Avocado, Tomato
Pulpo
Octopus, Fennel & Dill

Zuppe

$10

Lentichhie
Stewed Lentil Soup
Minestrone
Pesto Vegetable Soup
Pasta e Fagioli
Bean Soup, Pasta

Insalate

$14

Insalata Nizzarda
Traditional Tuna Niçoise Salad
Cesare
Caesar Salad, Parmesan, Anchovies, Garlic
Bietole e Caprino
Roasted Red Beets, Herbed Goat Cheese
Aragosta e Avocado
Lobster, Avocado, Arugula
Feta e Peperoni
Feta, Olives, Peppers, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Arugula
Miste e Pere
Mixed Market Greens, Organic Pears, Balsamic Vinegar
Pollo Arrosto
Rosemary Roast Chicken, Seasonal Lettuce, Herb aioli
Arugule e Parmigiano
Arugula, Parmesan, Balsamic Vinegar
Mozzarella Pomodoro Basilico
Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil
Pecorino e Kale
Pecorino, Oraganic Kale, Red Onions, Lemon Vinaigrette, Almonds

Salumi

$9. Piatto di Salumi e Formaggi $35

Coppa
Sopressata
Mortadella
Speck
Bresaola
Prosciutto di San Daniele
Cacciatorini

Formaggi

$8. Piatto di Salumi e Formaggi $35

Robiola
Taleggio
Ashed Goat
Parmigiano Reggiano
Gorgonzola
Montasio
Camembert

Contorni

Fagiolini
Sauteed French Beans, Garlic
Lenticchie
Stewed Lentils
Patate Arrosto
Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
Spinaci
Garlic Baby Spinach
Cavolfiori
Roasted Cauliflowers
Rapini
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe
Bietole
Roasted Red Beets
Cavolini
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Polenta
Grilled White Polenta
Patate
Black Truffel Mashed Potatoes

Weekday Lunch Special

Pasta + House Wine$18.00

What 285 people are saying

Cotenna 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cotenna offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent" Italian dishes in a cozy, charming setting. The wine selection is particularly praised, and the staff is "friendly and attentive," creating a warm atmosphere. While seating can be tight, the "great value and great vibe" make it worth a visit.

285 Reviews

D
Donald
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a truly excellent restaurant. Everything about it is first rate except the beer list. It is a small old style NY restaurant with about 30 seats. It has an excellent Italian menu. All of the dishes are delicious. It is completely unfussy. I hate to write a review this positive because it might make it difficult for me to get a table iln the future.
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Octavio
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best place and recommend for everyone. Amazing food
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Helen VIP
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the total experience💯: the food quality, the wine, and warm and hospitable service in a cozy atmosphere downtown. We'll be back for sure🧡
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Hayley
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I reserved a table and was sat in the window. We were never checked on during the meal and had to call over the waitress many times asking for the same items. Food was good, but nothing immaculate. The wine was amazing - so if you just want a drink it’s a good spot!
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John VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening dinner outside. Food excellent. Quality service. I will be back !
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jenni
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love my time at Cotenna! Love taking my family and friends there
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Amanda
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Unfortunately didn’t enjoy this experience, was seated across the road at a sister restaurant called Aria (no mention of this at the time of booking Cotenna) and if the menu was the same as they assured us, then Cotenna (or Aria) didn’t live up to expectations. Food was both rich and bland at the same time, and we had to wait for drinks service throughout dinner.
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tmla VIP
Los Angeles11 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Reserved a table, NOT. a counter. Arrived 30 mins early (6:30) as we had sync with brother and he was available early. Host said we would have to sit at the counter though I had reserved a table. The host was intransigent. We must sit at the counter. As an elder gentleman, my back does not appreciate a stool so I pressed for a table, pointing out that that is what I had booked. Had a counter only beeb available I would have looked elsewhee. Host argued repeatedly that that we should take the counter, then abruptly exiled us to the empty annex across the street that “suddenly” had room. The food was good but thumbs done all around foe the treatment. I will never return.
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Colleen VIP
Denver / Colorado7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a charming place and the food and service were awesome!!
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Stephanie VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, food, ambience and everything was amazing!
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Cotenna does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Cotenna is rated 4.6 stars by 285 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

21 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Cross street
Between 6th avenue and Downing Street
Neighborhood
Greenwich Village
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Café
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
A,C,E train, west 4th station 1 and 2 train, Houston Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Roberto Passon

Phone number
(646) 861-0175

Cotenna

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Cicchetti

Salsiccia e Lenticchie

Olive e Feta

Caprino alle Erbe

Crostini Porchetta

Costicine di Maiale

Crostini di Pulpo

Mozzarella Saporita

Gamberoni e Carciofi

Gamberi e Aglio e Olio

Cinghiale con Polenta

Vongole Oreganate

Bruschetta ai Funghi e Montasio

Carciofi e Olive

Tortino di Granchio e Funghi

Sardine in "Saor"

Melanzane e Caprino

Datteri e Gorgonzola

Calamari in Umido

Costicine di Agnello

Cozze Marinate

Gamberetti Lenticchie e Polenta

Polpetta Pomodoro

Paste

Fettuccine ai Funghi

Pappardelle Cinghiale

Tagliatelle Bolognese

Linguine Vongole

Gnocchi Sorrentina

Ravioli Ricotta

Lasagne Bolognese

Maccheroni al Tartufo

Spaghetti e Polpette

Orecchiette Salsiccia Rapini

Tortelloni d'Aragosta

Rigatoni e Gamberi

Penne Pesto e Carciofi

Garganelli Osso Buco

Tortelli Prosciutto e Piselli

Carpacci

Manzo

Tonno

Pulpo

Zuppe

Lentichhie

Minestrone

Pasta e Fagioli

Insalate

Insalata Nizzarda

Cesare

Bietole e Caprino

Aragosta e Avocado

Feta e Peperoni

Miste e Pere

Pollo Arrosto

Arugule e Parmigiano

Mozzarella Pomodoro Basilico

Pecorino e Kale

Salumi

Coppa

Sopressata

Mortadella

Speck

Bresaola

Prosciutto di San Daniele

Cacciatorini

Formaggi

Robiola

Taleggio

Ashed Goat

Parmigiano Reggiano

Gorgonzola

Montasio

Camembert

Contorni

Fagiolini