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Name: Firenze - Permanently Closed
Address: 1555 2nd Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10028
Telephone: (212) 861-9368
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

Firenze - Permanently Closed

4.3

161 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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A romantic, warm, inviting candlelit setting with an elaborate wine list.

Hello, come enjoy Valentine’s Day at Firenze.
We will be serving (only) from a prix fixe menu. ($105 per person)
The menu includes an appetizer, between, main course and desert. Reservations only no walk ins. All reservations must be reconfirmed 2 days in advance.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday: 12:00pm - 11:15pm, Thursday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 12:00am.
Phone number
(212) 861-9368
Website
http://www.firenzeny.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Caesar Mandelli
Catering
Please contact Emanuele with any catering or private dining inquiries.

Location
1555 2nd Ave New York, NY 10028
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
between 80th & 81st Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
4, 5, 6, Q to 86th Street<br />
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Cozze in Guazzetto$12.00
Mussels sautéed with white wine, basil and garlic sauce.
Vongole Mediterranean$14.00
Fresh little neck clams sautéed in white wine, tomatoes and basil.
Insalata Cesare$10.00
Caesar salad.
Insalata Tricolore$10.00
Arugula, radicchio and endive salad.
Toretta di Melanzane$13.00
Eggplant with buffalo mozzarella cheese and lightly spiced tomato sauce.
Bruschetta dell Tirreno$14.00
Grilled Tuscan bread topped with mozzarella di buffalo, fresh tomato, basil.
Mozzarella di Buffalo Firenze$14.00
With tomatoes, endive and arugula.
Insalata Mista$9.00
Mixed salad.
Spiedini di Polpo$14.00
Octopus skewers over arugula dressed in an olive oil and lemon vinaigrette.
Carpaccio Toscana$14.00
Thinly sliced filet mignon dressed with lemon, olive oil and capers, served on a bed of wild arugula topped with shaved parmigiana cheese.

Minestre

Minestrone$9.00
Vegetable Soup.
Minestra del Giorno$9.00
Soup of the Day.
Ribollita Soup$9.00
Tuscan Soup.

Pasta

Pappardelle Boscaiola$22.00
Homemade pasta in a beef ragu, porcini mushrooms, extra virgin olive oil and touch of cream.
Bucatini con Anatra$22.00
Bucatini pasta served with a rich and hearty duck ragu.
Capellini Primavera$17.00
Angel hair pasta with fresh vegetables in a light cream tomato sauce.
Fettucini ai Quattro Formaggi$17.00
Homemade fettucini with four cheeses. Gluten free fettucini available.
Tagliolini Gamberi & Radicchio$22.00
Fresh pasta with shrimp and radicchio in a light cream sauce.
Risotto Reale$28.00
Arborio rice cooked with asparagus, shrimp, prosciutto and saffron sauce.
Penne alla Vodka$17.00
Penne pasta with vodka in a cream pink sauce.
Rigatoni dell Pecoraio$17.00
Rigatoni with tomato and basil with fresh ricotta cheese.
Ravioli Bella Firenze$19.00
Like grandma's delicious recipe. Stuffed with ricotta and spinach served in butter and sage.
Spaghetti Tanti Soldi$21.00
Spaghetti with Soldi sauce.

Pesce

Gamberi Ribelli$27.00
Shrimp sautéed in a white wine mushroom sauce baked with spinach and fontina cheese.
Zuppa di Pesce$30.00
Saffron and lobster tail, mixed seafood served over black linguini.
Pinzimonio di Gamberi$27.00
Sautéed shrimp and vegetables with garlic, white wine and extra virgin olive oil.
Chilian Bass ala Paul$36.00
Sauteed Chilian bass with scallops, cherry tomatoes and orange sauce served with spinach.
Branzino in Brodetto$28.00
Mediterranean stripped bass, sautéed in white wine sauce, lemon, fresh chopped tomatoes and tiny sliced scallions.
Sword Fish Picata$28.00
Sautéed with white wine, extra virgin olive oil and capers served over spinach.

Carni

Vitello Valdostana$36.00
Veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and buffalo mozzarella cheese.
Veal Chop - Caprichosa$38.00
Vitello Fiorentina$24.00
Medallions of veal and prosciutto sautéed in white wine and sage on a bed of spinach.
Vitello alla Toscana$24.00
Breaded medallion of veal with sautéed with wild mushrooms.
Vitello de Medici$24.00
Medallions of veal sautéed with fresh asparagus, mushrooms and red peppers.
Vitello Lambrusco$24.00
Veal scaloppine dipped in parmesan cheese sautéed with lambrusco wine and fresh asparagus.
Vitello Terra e Mare$27.00
Veal scaloppine topped with whole shrimp, mozzarella cheese and spinach sautéed in mushroom sauce.
Steak – Toscana$36.00
Dry aged New York steak strip marinated in Italian spices with aged balsamic sauce topped with truffle butter.

Pollo

Pollo Scarpariello$19.00
Boneless dark piece of chicken sautéed with fresh mushrooms, garlic, white wine and touch of balsamic.
Pollo al Ponte Vecchio$19.00
Breast of chicken sautéed with artichokes, garlic, roasted red peppers, deglazed Chianti wine sauce and melted tuscan pecorino cheese.
Galletto Ripieno$25.00
Cornish hen stuffed with spinach, prosciutto and smoked mozzarella in a marsala wine sauce.
Pollo Fiorentina$20.00
Boneless pieces of chicken and Italian sausage sautéed in white wine sauce served on a bed of spinach.
Pollo Tuscanella$20.00
Braised breast of chicken, slices grilled portobello, sautéed asparagus and melted fontina cheese in light tomato sauce.

Side Orders

Sautéed Asparagus$11.00
Garlic Mashed Potato$10.00
Broccoli Rabe$11.00

What 161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
Restaurant was closed. Has been for weeks. Yet reservations were still able to be made on Open Table. A Valentine’s Day that went really wrong!
JB
JeffreyB
Cleveland
42 reviews
vip
1.0
42 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
I would love to give a review of this restaurant, however, despite having a reservation and arriving on time, we were shocked to find out that the restaurant is PERMANENTLY CLOSED. So we were left standing on 2nd Avenue in New York on our 35th anniversary with no place to go. Thankfully we found Sandro’s (also on Open Table). They took pity on us and gave us their last table obviously with no reservation. Open Table, you blew it. I have been a member for years and have previously had nothing but positive experiences using this app. I would suggest that you UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION so others are not left in the cold (quite literally). And don’t even try sending me a message that I no showed for my reservation.
JJ
JillJ
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner. Delicious fish, wonderful homemade pasta. Love the ambience here, very cozy and pretty. Perfect for a nice dinner or special occasion.
r
rtlovesny
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
We always love eating here. Food is great and we always feel so welcome.
E
Eric
Philadelphia
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our first time dinning at Firenze >Service was excellent >Food was prepared to perfection Looking forward to returning soon again
AP
AnastasiaP
New York Area
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience2
Food generally good; tables were small for 4 people waiter was inattentive. We had to get up & walk over to him to ask for a 2nd bottle of wine. Restaurant space is in need of some updates.
RB
RisaB
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience3
Our first time at Firenze, and we will be back soon for sure! The food was delicious, every single item we ordered. And the service was impeccable. A wonderful neighborhood find.
c
chuck
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food & service are always excellent
LR
LennyR
New York Area
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was wonderful.
BE
BeachEsq
New York Area
247 reviews
vip
5.0
247 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Italian Upper East Side neighborhood restaurant. Attentive and cordial waitstaff. Nice selection of wines by the bottle or glass.
J
Jess
New York Area
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding renditions of classic dishes. Friendly and attentive service.
L
Lyndalu
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dining and service. A terrific restaurant
a
anthropoligist
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
A consistent neighborhood favorite with a fine new chef who has a fine hand at creating “specials”,notably creative pastas
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience4
I specified it was our anniversary on the reservation and they did nothing but give us free lemoncello which they give everyone. I really don’t care Just saying. why have an option to request a special occasion and then not acknowledge it. food is always good service is decent but its just annoying seeing as we’ve been there many times and had our wedding celebration there 12 yrs ago.
NN
NoName
New York Area
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent. Great short ribs. Missed the biscotti though.
m
markg
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome as always; been coming for our anniversary and Valentine's day for over 25 years. Only time ever disappointed was a year or two ago when veal lambrusco was off the menu; now back and better than ever!
UE
UESSaavy
New York Area
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent food, attentive service, great ambiance. Worth the trip.
FF
FranciscoF
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent place for dinner. Food was delicious. The waiter was very attentive. It was excellent that we were able to converse without ambient noise. Our reservations were early at 6:30 pm though, so this might change later during the evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Lovely food service was a little slow
I
Italophile
New York Area
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Already recommended Firenze to a friend. One suggestions is the quality of the wine by glass be upgraded.
BO
BONNIER
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service constantly very good. The staff gracious and friendly.
H
Hank
New York Area
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food, service and atmosphere were all wonderful. We were a party of four people. Each dish ordered was well prepared and delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite restaurant in NYC :)
MM
MeganM
New York Area
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
As a family of 4, we are always looking for new places to eat. We actually live in the neighborhood and did not know that this gem existing. Food was really good. Our first wine choice was not available but the waiter recommended another brand and it was excellent. We look forward to returning.
m
maryj
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very gracious setting - good selection of food and wonderful service - one of the best restaurants that I have been to in a long time.
M
Mikel
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2019
overall3food4service4ambience3
Food was good. Been there a few times. Not since last year though. Seems a bit run down. Also, AC was not adequate, but it was a very hot night, so maybe that was the problem.
ED
EllenD
New York Area
79 reviews
vip
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Delicious food. Friendly service. Quiet. We had a wonderful evening
g
goodeater
New York Area
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience4
Really nice neighborhood place. Friendly staff, dependable food.
G
Geordy
New York Area
175 reviews
vip
3.0
175 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience4
Very busy for 7:45 res, choice of two tables, one cramped in front corner the other next to loud B'day celebration. Made the best of it, after consulting complicated wine book, had nice, reasonably priced bottle of red. Dined on salad and veal picatta and paparadella, tasty. Pleasant young waiters.
A
Amber
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience3
I enjoyed it but you can tell it has changed alot from the last time I had dinner there. Not in a good way. But it was not terrible.
LS
LaurenceS
New York Area
68 reviews
vip
4.0
68 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
We have been going to Firenze for many years. We are very familiar with the original restaurant & now the new location. It is larger & more attractive than the original. The food is vg but not gourmet.
BA
BigAppleTransplant
New York Area
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Overall a very pleasant dining experience and we plan to return during a future vacation. The veal sauteed in parmesan was especially flavorful, the calamari appetizer very generous, and the service was cordial and efficient.
r
rtlovesny
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant. Food, service and ambiance all so good!
F
Foodieskier
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Artichoke appetizer was outstanding! Very attentive but not obtrusive wait staff
MG
ManhattanGuy
New York Area
72 reviews
vip
2.0
72 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience1
They need additional staff to bus tables. Waiter was nice and competent enough....along with Manager. I just don't understand why they don't hire some kid to bus tables, fill water glasses and serve bread. Your asking your limited staff to do too much! Won't be back.
B
Betera
New York Area
179 reviews
vip
5.0
179 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Firenze. We usually have dinner and bring friends and everyone always agrees--it's a wonderful restaurant in every way. This time we had brunch and it was fantastic. My french toast was outstanding--copious serving with delicious fruit and whipped cream and syrup. Yum! And the soundtrack (Tony Bennett) was divine. A place of elegance, charm and delicious food at fair prices. with seamless service. Thanks Firenze!
MG
ManhattanGuy
New York Area
72 reviews
vip
4.0
72 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Waiter help on weekends can be sketchy at times....but our last 2 visits have been outstanding.
E
Elbulli
New York Area
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience2
We have been going to Firenze for 20 years. We won’t be going back. Our waiter stopped at our table only once without having to be summoned after long waits. After 45 minutes we still hasn’t ordered. The food itself was mediocre.
DS
DorisS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service is so gracious and the atmosphere is calm and attractive The menu offers a wide variety of choices
FH
FarHillsFoodie
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent Dinner and service. Vilmar was our waiter and took excellent care of us. Ask for him when you go! There veal is super tender and pastas al dente! Save room for dessert.

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Firenze - Permanently Closed is rated 4.3 stars by 161 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Cross street
between 80th & 81st Street
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday: 12:00pm - 11:15pm, Thursday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 12:00am.
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
4, 5, 6, Q to 86th Street
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Caesar Mandelli
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.firenzeny.com/
Phone number
(212) 861-9368
Catering
Please contact Emanuele with any catering or private dining inquiries.

Firenze - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Antipasti - Insalate

Cozze in Guazzetto$12.00

Vongole Mediterranean$14.00

Insalata Cesare$10.00

Insalata Tricolore$10.00

Toretta di Melanzane$13.00

Bruschetta dell Tirreno$14.00

Mozzarella di Buffalo Firenze$14.00

Insalata Mista$9.00

Spiedini di Polpo$14.00

Carpaccio Toscana$14.00

Minestre

Minestrone$9.00

Minestra del Giorno$9.00

Ribollita Soup$9.00

Pasta

Pappardelle Boscaiola$22.00

Bucatini con Anatra$22.00

Capellini Primavera$17.00

Fettucini ai Quattro Formaggi$17.00

Tagliolini Gamberi & Radicchio$22.00

Risotto Reale$28.00

Penne alla Vodka$17.00

Rigatoni dell Pecoraio$17.00

Ravioli Bella Firenze$19.00

Spaghetti Tanti Soldi$21.00

Pesce

Gamberi Ribelli$27.00

Zuppa di Pesce$30.00

Pinzimonio di Gamberi$27.00

Chilian Bass ala Paul$36.00

Branzino in Brodetto$28.00

Sword Fish Picata$28.00

Carni

Vitello Valdostana$36.00

Veal Chop - Caprichosa$38.00

Vitello Fiorentina$24.00

Vitello alla Toscana$24.00

Vitello de Medici$24.00

Vitello Lambrusco$24.00

Vitello Terra e Mare$27.00

Steak – Toscana$36.00

Pollo

Pollo Scarpariello$19.00

Pollo al Ponte Vecchio$19.00

Galletto Ripieno$25.00

Pollo Fiorentina$20.00

Pollo Tuscanella$20.00

Side Orders

Sautéed Asparagus$11.00

Garlic Mashed Potato$10.00

Broccoli Rabe$11.00

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