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Lincoln Ristorante, New York, NY

Lincoln Ristorante

4.6
4.6
6063 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Lincoln Ristorante sits proudly on the plaza level of the world famous Lincoln Center for the performing arts.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
Private dining

Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 359-6500

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Chef Richard Capizzi

  • Private party facilities

    Lincoln Ristorante is the acclaimed Lincoln Center restaurant showcasing contemporary Italian cuisine. Located in a stunning glass pavilion with a signature sloping lawn roof and spectacular views, Lincoln Ristorante is the perfect venue for your next special event.

  • Private party contact

    Lincoln Events : (212) 359-6513 ext. 6513

  • Neighborhood

    Upper West Side

  • Cross street

    Between Amsterdam and Broadway

  • Parking details

    Northbound and southbound (via 65th Street): Entrance located between Broadway and Amsterdam 200 feet on the right and is open Mon – Sun. All other times use the 62nd Street entrance.

  • Public transit

    Take 1 to 66th Street (Lincoln Center).

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter 2023

    $95.00 per person

    Apr 9, 2023 only
    Come and enjoy your Easter celebration with us at Lincoln Ristorante with an inspiring menu by Chef Artem Orlovsky. Reservations from 12:00pm-2:30pm and 5:00pm-8:00pm Be sure to search for your desired time to dine and feel free to connect with us directly so we can accommodate you. www.lincolnristorante.com

What 6,063 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Helen

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely setting right next to Vivian Beaumont Theater in Lincoln Center. We had delicious burrata and small pastas to start; my husband and daughter loved the short ribs; my daughter's boyfriend really enjoyed the (unusual) lasagna. I had the pasta with lamb sausage and my only complaint is that it was very salty; and I LOVE salt so that's saying a lot. Service is excellent, wine choice and cocktails also excellent. We will be back!
  2. carak2000

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pricey but such great food. I enjoy treating myself here.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious salad. Nice service. Easy quiet spot for dinner at Lincoln center
  4. MarilynT

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Not as classy as preCovid The food was better than average but not up to the standards of your restaurant
  5. Dale

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    hosts weren't too sharp on coat check-dropped one coat on floor and didn't know it so we had to ask for 2nd coat; didn't remember or have system to know we had checked a bag so we had to ask for that-otherwise, all fine
  6. eatcw

    New York Area

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect service Excellent ambiance Great cocktails Good food Wonderful desserts
  7. RTSeats

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time @ Lincoln Ristorante and that just by chance. Excellent in every way. Will definitely become a go to before theatre spot.
  8. Sims

    Los Angeles

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Lincoln is an incredibly beautiful place to eat, It’s at Lincoln center and it’s full of tranquility. As usual my dirty martini (s) are except and full measure. George our service person was like a white glove server. Incredibly professional and did not rush us for ordering. We split the following, Bronzino, Eggplant parmigiana and Tajarin pasta and finished with a great mixed salad of endive with a great light dressing. It was a great way to have not a very heavy full meal, but more than enough when split. The atmosphere is a great experience. Cannot wait to return soon.
  9. NJite

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful setting within Lincoln Center, attentive service and outstanding food make this one of our favorites in Lincoln Square.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Superb location and very professional people, steel-clad wine list.
  11. CarlS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was very good and the service by David and Edwin even better.
  12. Dagon

    New England

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding menu. Attentive not overbearing service. Wonderfully paced.
  13. jacquelinegold

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good was delicious service excellent ambience beautiful
  14. ednafan

    New York Area

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This is a very civilized atmosphere for excellent food and servicie.
  15. Bobby

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delightful dinner and great place to meet old friends.
  16. NHM1

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorites restaurants in the Lincoln Center area. They always have delicious options, perfectly executed and outstanding service, We are regulars of the ballet season for many year and have eaten at the Lincoln many many times throughout the years. Last night however, all four of us found the menu to be very limited, dull and the food was not executed as previously. There was one salad as a starter with the option of a very heavy blue cheese dressing! The pasta choices were limited. My friend ordered the chicken which was first served at room temperature. Upon request they prepared a new one and served. However, it was a boring roasted chicken served with a very acidic salad on the side. A very disappointing dinner experience. I must add the service was outstanding. We will not be returning to the Lincoln during our ballet season.
  17. AnnaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place - easy access as my dad is in a wheelchair and was seeing a show at lincoln center. Our waiter and bus person were both soooooo lovely. Food was yum.
  18. Robert

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Tajarin pasta, Polpette veal and Pinola chocolate dessert were all outstanding.
  19. CarlosB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic, the restaurant is beautiful, the service could not have been better. This has to be one of the best restaurants in Manhattan.
  20. LindaP

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Pre-opera or any Lincoln Center performance , Lincoln Restaurant perfect setting. Is functional in an upscale way, as is pre-entertainment/cultural event. Service was excellent, with recommendations provided as choices, and well described. Intend to visit often coincident with Lincoln Center evenings.
  21. JudyChas

    New York Area

    52 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Food was excellent. Secondary service such as refilling water glasses and wiping table between courses non existent. A step backwards for this restaurant. Waiter service good but seemed responsible for too many tables.
  22. MarylouD

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have enjoyed going to Lincoln now throughout the fall and winter season. The food and service is consistently very good with varied options. Our waiters have always been personable, friendly and efficient. They have been knowledgeable about the items on the menu and very helpful. We had reviewed previously about how the dining music was unappealing and not enjoyable while we ate. We are so happy the restaurant took notice of this and have changed the music to much more enjoyable music during dinner. Looking forward to the spring menu!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    Food was good and servers were professional, but we arrived before 9pm and were rushed to order, and rushed all the way through the check. Music was turned off a little after 10pm.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, ambience
  25. ronalds

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Beautiful space but poor service. Food was shoved in our face despite our tpleas to wait between courses. Pasta Was good but fish was not. Some prices were good but some were ridiculous including a $24 Manhattan cocktail. Too bad. Not many really good places in the area.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to dine before theater, or on any occasion! Great setting, elevated architecture and great dining all around!
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Will definitely be back. The spaghetti amatriciana was incredible, so was the steak.
  28. Poplar

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very good food, truly attentive, excellent service. Worth a trip even if not going to a performance at Lincoln Center.
  29. LauraChelsea

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An excellent choice for a civilized and delicious dinner.
  30. grandma

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Very elegant restaurant and the prices are in line with top Manhattan restaurants. Excellent service.
  31. Keljonhorst

    New York Area

    119 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    119 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    It was very busy this evening with a private party taking up a portion of the restaurant. Despite this, our servers were all gracious, attentive, and professional. The space itself is so beautiful in our opinion, and the food is very good. It’s a wonderful addition to an outing at Lincoln Center.
  32. JohnK

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Unusual for a NYC restaurant, Lincoln has a peaceful feeling to it. I imagine the ample space between the tables contributes to this. Our #1 choice before any Lincoln Center performance
  33. AP20

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful experience with excellent food. Absolutely nothing we would change!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food3service3ambience5
    Kitchen had problems. We were going to the symphony and barely made it. Could not get coffee or dessert Had to request that they credit the drinks as compensation for a stressful experience
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Matthew took great care of us as always! The food never disappoints
  36. MarkP

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb food and wine made sublime by Shannon’s knowing, pleasing and effortless service. A perfect dinner and evening.
  37. terlen

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    on the expensive side - but at least the food quality matches the cost
  38. CaroleR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We chose Lincoln because we ere going to The Beaumont Theater. It was a delightful choice. The reception was excellent., the waiter attentive and the food delicious . It was over all exceptional.
  39. BrooklynFoodie

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    Location. Location. Location. That's the main thing this place has. If you are going to a show at Lincoln Center and are pressed for time, this is your place. And they know it. Upon entering, we were asked if we were seeing a show and when we needed to leave. They got us out on time. Food was good, not great. Service, however was EXCELLENT. Fast and attentive.
  40. NYCobserver

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were two people and we had no trouble hearing each other. Amazing because beside us was a table of 4-5 people! The pasta was delicious as was the Gavi wine.

FAQs

Lincoln Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 6063 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Lincoln Ristorante

142 West 65th St., New York, NY 10023

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between Amsterdam and Broadway

  • Neighborhood

    Upper West Side

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Northbound and southbound (via 65th Street): Entrance located between Broadway and Amsterdam 200 feet on the right and is open Mon – Sun. All other times use the 62nd Street entrance.

  • Public transit

    Take 1 to 66th Street (Lincoln Center).

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef Richard Capizzi

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 359-6500

  • Private party facilities

    Lincoln Ristorante is the acclaimed Lincoln Center restaurant showcasing contemporary Italian cuisine. Located in a stunning glass pavilion with a signature sloping lawn roof and spectacular views, Lincoln Ristorante is the perfect venue for your next special event.

  • Private party contact

    Lincoln Events : (212) 359-6513 ext. 6513

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