Nostro Restobar and Lounge

Name: Nostro Restobar and Lounge
Address: 268 Genesee Street, Utica, NY, United States, 13502
Telephone: (315) 735-2583
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

221 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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Nostro connects our approach to modern Italian cuisine with the nostalgia of mid-century modern design. The Oneida National Bank lobby delivers a stylish scene starring simple, user-friendly dishes paired with classic cocktails and prosecco. Our spacious yet intimate dining room mingles alongside the lively energy of the lounge; offering cozy seating for a perfect social setting. With an atmosphere constructed of rich leathers, cherry woods, terrazzo, and a scenic backdrop of a museum-worthy bronze mural, Nostro provokes your senses and fuels your desires to make 268 Genesee St. your new gathering spot.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sat 4:30 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(315) 735-2583
Website
http://nostrorestobar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Francis Pezzolanella

Location
268 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502
Neighborhood
Utica
Cross street
Genesee Street, Court Street
Parking details
Nostro features a private parking lot on premises. There is also ample on-street parking on Genesee Street.
Public transit
Centro Bus Stop

Popular dishes

The Arsenale is your guided tour of our menu through a multi-course meal of shared plates selected by our chefs and enjoyed by the entire table. Customizable for any size party, whether dining solo or with a large group, The Arsenale allows you to sit back, sip on drinks, and leave menu selections to us. Our commitment to social dining shines through this carefully curated, well-rounded menu adventure. $65 per person. $20 per child under 12. Entire table must participate. Desserts included. Beverages separate

Meat + Seafood

Chicken Al Mattone*$21.00
half chicken, lemon, olive oil, red pepper flake
Veal Piccatine$21.00
lemon, white wine, olive oil, capers
Mustard-Crusted Salmon*$28.00
roasted scallion, olive oil, herbs
Branzino*$38.00
butterflied & grilled, lemon, white wine, olive oil, herbs
Beef Tenderloin$32.00
sliced, roasted scallion, gorgonzola dolce, aged balsamic
Chicken Parmigiana Alla Nostro$23.00
pan-fried cutlet, prosciutto di parma, pomodoro, mozzarella
Veal Milanese$48.00
pan-fried chop, lemon, arugula, tomato
Duck Breast Braciole$23.00
house-made 'nduja calabrian sausage, breadcrumbs, garlic, fava beans, pecorino romano

Social Plates + Table Salads

White Truffle Garlic Bread$17.00
baked, nostro ricotta, mozzarella, grana padano, olive oil
Prosciutto di Parma - DOP$18.00
parmigiano-reggiano, sliced to order
Veal Meatballs$16.00
pomodoro, pecorino romano, basil, olive oil
House-Made Italian Sausage*$16.00
char-grilled, fried peppers, pecorino romano
Mozzarella Tasting*$17.00
fresh mozzarella (cow), mozzarella di bufala DOP (buffalo), extra virgin olive oil
Short Rib Arancini$16.00
carnaroli rice, mozzarella, pomodoro, grana padano
Fried Calamari$17.00
caper butter sauce, lemon
Panzanella Salad$14.00
tomato, cucumber, bread, olives, onion, torn mint, provolone piccante, red wine vinegar, olive oil
Arugula Salad*$12.00
cherry tomato, grana padano, lemon-ginger balsamic dressing
Sunday Dinner Salad*$16.00
romaine, bibb, tomato, onion, fava beans, basil, pecorino romano, red wine vinaigrette

Handmade Pasta + Risotto

Rigatoni Bolognese$26.00
veal ragù, parmigiano-reggiano
Bucatini all'Amatriciana Bianca$25.00
guanciale, prosciutto di parma, onion, olive oil, pecorino romano
Baked Tagliolini$25.00
prosciutto di parma, balsamella, grana padano
Campanelle Pesto$20.00
basil, toasted pine nut, garlic, crispy capers, parmigiano-reggiano
Fusilli$25.00
house-made italian sausage, broccoli rabe, garlic, pecorino romano, red pepper flake
Carbonara$26.00
spaghetti, guanciale, pancetta, pecorino romano, slow-poached egg
Pappardalle$24.00
mushrooms, sweet peas, balsamella, pecorino romano
Spaghetti alla Chitarra$20.00
pomodoro, basil, nostro ricotta, pecorino romano
Linguine with Shrimp & Crab$32.00
spicy pomodoro, fennel, garlic, scallion, pecorino romano
Veal Ravioli alla Piemontese$26.00
porcini mushroom sauce, grana padano
Burro e Oro$23.00
orecchiette, nostro ricotta, parmigiano-reggiano, olive oil
Risotto alla Primavera*$23.00
seasonal vegetables; cooked to order please allow 20-30 minutes

Table Sides

Fried Peppers*$6.00
Broccoli Rabe with Calabrian Chili*$7.00
Olive Oil & Rosemary Crispy Potatoes*$7.00
Roasted Mushrooms*$9.00
Handmade Pasta Side$8.00
choice of spaghetti alla chitarra or rigatoni; choice of pomodoro or balsamella & grana padano

What 221 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Contemporary Italian
Central New York
Best Ambiance
Central New York
Good for Groups
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Notable Wine List
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Annlee
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I felt like there could have been a couple different more choices for the price of the arsenals, even if just 2 of us. But, food was delicious!!!
TC
TCar
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
What a great hidden gem in the heart of Utica, NY! What was once a bank, they've kept details and wall frescos from that time, and then updated the space with a sleek and modern vibe. Great wine list. Great crisp calamari, amazing arancini short ribs, and the branzino was delicious. Service is great! Daniel the chef came and said hello. Such a wonderful vibe overall.
JM
JoshM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food. Friendly staff. Good vibe. Will definitely go again.
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TracyP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience3
Was very disappointed in our meals - my carbonara sauce was tasteless, and I was told I couldnt substitute it over a different pasta. My dining partner wanted a differnt dish made with out butter and she was told it couldnt be done because it was prepared ahead. A fairly expensive restaurant should NEVER deny a customer request. Any chef worth his title should be able to make any dish tasty and accommodating to a customer with dietary restrictions. I"ve never been to a local restaurant and told they basically dont prepare their food fresh to order! The drinks and the service were good, but defintely not enough to make me go back
AS
AdrianaS
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing! We cannot wait to go back
MD
MikeDodge
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our server Danielle was very knowledgeable and attentive. The host Elliott greeted us and was professional. The food and drinks were amazing and the chef came out and served each dish to us. I highly recommend The Arsesnale experience. Well done, Nostro!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall2food3service4ambience2
Music was too loud. Probably last time to go there for a while. When mentioning the noise level to the waitress she said the owners have received several complaints from customers but don’t want to lower it for whatever reason. Also drinks must have been watered down, my wife had 2 different drinks and said they were both extremely weak.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and even better service
JH
JenniferH
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
By far the best experience in a long time. The food and cocktails were OUTSTANDING. The ambience is trendy and fun. We can't wait to go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great!
DF
DylanF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best cocktails around. Was truly impressed with the diversity of the food and the atmosphere
K
Karin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place! Wonderful atmosphere and great servers!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The drinks were delicious & the pasta was perfect. The Campanelle Pesto was the just right amount of light but filling, and with all of the flavor. Can’t wait to go back!
MR
MauraR
New England
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We can't wait to go back! The restaurant has an open, cool atmosphere that makes the food even more enjoyable. The food was amazing - we ordered the Campanelle Pesto, the Veal Ravioli and the Spaghetti alla Chitarra for our dinners. The homemade pasta and the sauces are so delicious. We ordered the calamari and the panzanella salad for appetizers - so yummy. The cocktails were tasty and unique and our server was friendly and attentive. Love this place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time eating here. Attention to every detail is outstanding, you’ll feel line your in NYC eating !
FT
FranktheTank
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great food and drinks! The place looked beautiful and clean! Perfect for any occasion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ll be back
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our children recommended it & we met them there for dinner along with family visiting from Florida. It was wonderful.
M
Matt
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience4
The decor is nice , bartenders poured a good drink, waitress was good but seemed stressed, the wine guy is useless, food a bit salty, place is pricey, but had a nice night , will go again .
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datenightchick
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was fantastic! Our waiter knew it was our first time there and he explained the menu so well to us, plus made some great recommendations on food to try!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dinner! Excellent food! Excellent service
MB
MarkB
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first visit with friends so we all tried the Arsenal (chef’s menu). So much food and fun way to try the menu! I would highlight favorites but there are too many — even the salad was superb. The pastas were so authentic brought back memories of our trip to Italy. We will be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Everything was exceptionally good. The only part of service that was slow was getting beverages but outside of that food quality was great, service was friendly and fast and atmosphere awesome.
JP
JacquelineP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A really nice evening! Food was delicious and our waitress was very sweet and attentive. Very cool place, especially for our area. Music was much louder than expected for a 6:30 reservation but after a while it didn’t bother us.
J
Jasmine
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing atmosphere, service was great, food was amazing. Can’t wait to go back!
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zhanab
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely loved the environment there the music was great the staff was so friendly and understanding. The food was so delicious and I became easily full and loved everything from the food and drinks there was an amazing dessert blood orange sorbet it just made my night the calamari was light and airy went back twice again and definitely plan to go again worth it
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Utica
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall3food5service1ambience3
Amazing food. Takes very long to get drinks and servers rarely come back to your table. Would be better off getting takeout the next time!
JT
JeffT
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was phenomenal. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The physical setting was amazing— they modernized the building while preserving history of the space. A new favorite spot.
CT
ChrisT
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Server was pleasant and articulate. Main courses as well as shareables (salad, mozzarella tasting and calamari) were prepared perfectly. In comparison to main meal deserts are underwhelming and ambiance is aesthetically pleasant although noise level makes it difficult to hear others as your table.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
Arrived at 8:10 20 minutes before we saw waitress. But Covid obviously understaffed. Tried the sample menu. Sales and app came out fast. Over 45 min to get the second part of meal. Had to ask manager. Waitress was great apologetic bought a drink. Food was good. Desert was amazing. Sample menu was not what expected. Thought it would be small plate samples. Everything kinda came out all at once.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nostro is a beautifully remodeled high end restaurant in Utica. Food,service,and interior are all 5 stars. We ordered the arsenal for dinner and we’re overwhelmed with food! Every course was expertly prepared and delicious. Highly recommend
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zhanab
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most amazing experience amazing food and drinks very friendly woolen great music super accommodating I loved it 🥰
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
We arrived for dinner at 6pm, Love the decor but, the noise level was so loud we had to keep asking each other to repeat what was said. The music can be loud, if that’s what management wants but, shouldn’t be to that point. I can’t see how that is enjoyable for anyone other than maybe the staff. Also, a suggestion would be to bring out something with the bread maybe a garlic butter or olive oil, it was very plain dry bread.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My wife and I try to have (at least) one date night a month and the last two times we visited here. We also eat here with another couple.
C
Carmelita
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Wait staff were wonderful, took the time to explain entrée etc., asked about preferences and allergies....which I was very specific in telling them (2 wait staff took care of us at 1st) that I am highly allergic to nuts...all kinds., yet, to my and my husband's astonishment, a plate came out with nuts....THANK GOD MY HUSBAND realized it before I ate any. We did tell staff, they apologized....but an apology for an error of that magnitude isn't appropriate.
J
Juls
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful restaurant! Great vibe. Service was great and staff were personable and genuinely knew the menu making suggestions. Food was great in an outstanding setting! The lounge looked like a perfect spot for after a show at the Stanley Theatre.
KL
KarenL
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and excellent service. The music is a little loud for me.
ED
ElizabethD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always wonderful!! Food and wine were outstanding!! Service was excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent overall music was a little loud
S
Sarah
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I had a wonderful evening dining at Nostro! Highly recommend doing the tour of the menu because it's the best value and you get to try so many more dishes than what you'd pay a la carte. Food was delicious!

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Nostro Restobar and Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 221 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

May 2022

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Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Google Map for Nostro Restobar and Lounge

268 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502

Additional information

Cross street
Genesee Street, Court Street
Neighborhood
Utica
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sat 4:30 pm–1:00 am
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Nostro features a private parking lot on premises. There is also ample on-street parking on Genesee Street.
Public transit
Centro Bus Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Francis Pezzolanella

Website
http://nostrorestobar.com/
Phone number
(315) 735-2583

Nostro Restobar and Lounge

Make a reservation

Additional information

Fried Calamari

Arugula Salad

Beef Tenderloin

Meat + Seafood

Chicken Al Mattone*$21.00

Veal Piccatine$21.00

Mustard-Crusted Salmon*$28.00

Branzino*$38.00

Beef Tenderloin$32.00

Chicken Parmigiana Alla Nostro$23.00

Veal Milanese$48.00

Duck Breast Braciole$23.00

Social Plates + Table Salads

White Truffle Garlic Bread$17.00

Prosciutto di Parma - DOP$18.00

Veal Meatballs$16.00

House-Made Italian Sausage*$16.00

Mozzarella Tasting*$17.00

Short Rib Arancini$16.00

Fried Calamari$17.00

Panzanella Salad$14.00

Arugula Salad*$12.00

Sunday Dinner Salad*$16.00

Handmade Pasta + Risotto

Rigatoni Bolognese$26.00

Bucatini all'Amatriciana Bianca$25.00

Baked Tagliolini$25.00

Campanelle Pesto$20.00

Fusilli$25.00

Carbonara$26.00

Pappardalle$24.00

Spaghetti alla Chitarra$20.00

Linguine with Shrimp & Crab$32.00

Veal Ravioli alla Piemontese$26.00

Burro e Oro$23.00

Risotto alla Primavera*$23.00

Table Sides

Fried Peppers*$6.00

Broccoli Rabe with Calabrian Chili*$7.00

Olive Oil & Rosemary Crispy Potatoes*$7.00

Roasted Mushrooms*$9.00

Handmade Pasta Side$8.00

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