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The Leopard at des Artistes, New York, NY
Award-winning

The Leopard at des Artistes

4.8
4.8
2926 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Located in the New York landmarked Hotel Des Artistes, and surrounded by the astonishing 1920s murals by Howard Chandler Christy, THE LEOPARD at des Artistes cuisine respect the rich Italian cultural traditions, the absolute quality of ingredients, and the balance between dishes based on rural elements, such as pasta, vegetables, cheese, and seafood ingredients from the Mediterranean.
We look forward to welcoming you to our home, in one of the most iconic spaces in New York City, Hotel des Artistes. Buon appetito!


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 787-8767
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Frosolone
  • Catering
    The Leopard Catering Department is highly personalized, and offer a full fine dining off-site service for business and private customers, many Italian establishments as well as American ones.
  • Private party facilities
    The Leopard event department caters to many cultural and governmental institutions, art galleries, fashion establishments, as well as private and corporate patrons. For more information visit our Private Dining page at www.theleopardnyc.com.
  • Private party contact
    Peter Klein: (212) 246-0412
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Cross street
    Central Park West & Columbus Ave
  • Parking details
    W 65 St GARAGE<br />27 W 65th St // Central Park West & Columbus // (212) 249-8342<br /><br />2 LINCOLN PARKING LLC.<br />60 West 66th Street // Central Park West & Columbus // (212) 874-8639<br />
  • Entertainment
    LIVE JAZZ BRUNCHSAT and SUN 11:30am - 3PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,926 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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2,926 Reviews
  1. USWDiner

    New York Area

    80 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Splendid food -- with the lentil soup, dover sole, branzino, cod, risotto, various pastas, and steak (among other items) all earning high praise. Superb guidance on the wine list; wonderul dessert. Among the best in the City.

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  2. HeidiB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner, attentive staff, and a wonderful atmosphere. 😋

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful staff. Professional but not stiff or stuffy. We had a great time Staff had great knowledge of the menu

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and drinks. Excellent service. Very nice atmosphere. First time dining there and would definitely go back on my next visit to NYC.

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  5. helenw

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, lovely atmosphere , great food and fabulous staff …

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  6. BarryandMona

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently good. We have been dining there at least once a year for at least 50 years. Always a pleasure.

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  7. LAFoodcritic123

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    We don’t often write reviews. And when we read reviews, we tend to consider the less favorable reviews carefully. We dined here many years ago when it was cafe des artistes (it was among our favorites back then for the atmosphere and solidly good food). The wall murals remain beautiful, which in turn, enhances the ambiance. However, the other metrics fell short for us. We ordered 3 courses and after an ordinary (at best) salad with an odd dressing the pasta we were sharing arrived and frankly it looked and tasted like something out of a Stoufers microwaveable container. Supposedly the pasta was homemade. And this is an Italian restaurant. Needs to say, the pasta was the trigger for us to cancel our entrees and ask for a check. The service also left a lot to be desired, although they did credit us for the pasta. The bill for 2 drinks and a shared salad was $93 with tip. In sum, pretty wall murals, and to be polite, food and service that were well below average for this caliber of restaurant. There are so many better places, so why would we return?

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded 7 days ago

    LAFoodcritic123 - Thank you for your straightforward comments. We are very sorry that the caliber of service and food were lacking from years before when the restaurant was known Cafe des Artistes. Your discerning comments on the pasta we will certainly pass along to the chef and kitchen staff. We try with every dining guest to be as consistent as the murals on the wall that you mentioned. We truly do value good service, exceptional Italian food and wine, snd hope that if you return again, this is exactly what you will find.

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  8. Eizy

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Restaurant was beautiful Live music a real plus Service was the issue We asked for ketchup twice and we were finished eating by the time it came It was the same with the rest of the service. We have to wait and ask twice.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is outstanding as was the service. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  10. Jerry

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    What's not to like? My papardelle with duck confit ragu was delicious, and my wife's gnocchi with roasted mushrooms was intensely flavorful. Wine selection: interesting bottles you probably can't find in even your favorite wine shop. The cheese board was an entire extra meal unto itself, with the best gorgonzola dolce we've had anywhere outside Italy. All that said, this restaurant's food is not actually my absolute favorite in New York, though it's really wonderful and perfectly prepared. What puts it in the favorites category for me is the combination of atmosphere and great service that is attentive and respectful without being stuffy or formal.

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  11. Anon

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always. Venison was superb. Great spot to meet up with old friends for lunch. Attentive service.

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  12. RayM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an amazing time at the Lepard. Chef Jordan is nothing short of amazing. Fantastic food and great service all in a beautiful and romantic setting. A perfect night all around. Looking forward to going back very soon.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 13, 2023

    Dear RayM - I know that Chef Jordan will be delighted to read your review, and the complimentary words on his food. We go to great lengths to continuously improve our service and appreciate your recognition of that effort. A perfect night all around is a wonderful comment, but your looking forward to coming back again very soon is even better!

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  13. nycdiner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place. We love taking friends and family here. Consistently top-quality and the service is so kind and friendly. It's such an elegant statement that they continue serving you water long after you've already paid the check because they sense your reluctance to go home.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    my diner - So happy to hear that you enjoy our dining experience enough to bring family and friends as well. Consistency in quality service, food, and wine is what we strive to achieve. Thanks you for complimenting that effort. Do come back and see us again soon with your family and friends!

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  14. Robert

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Leopard at des Artiste was am excellent place for our anniversary dinner. The staff was pleasant and attentive throughout without being overbearing. The food was delicious - veal medalion for my wife and pork tenderloin for me followed by semifredo for dessert. The outdoor seating was comfortable and well furnished.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    Robert - Delighted to know that we lent a beautiful dining experience to your anniversary dinner. Being attentive and helpful, without being overbearing, is how we train our servers. Nice to learn that they met all your expectations. Do come back to dine soon, and on your next happy anniversary!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a lovely evening at the Cafe Leopard. The setting was perfect- quiet and terrific service. The food was very good. My only complaint is that the entree portions were very small. I was still hungry after finishing my meal and I had an appetizer first. For the prices they charge, the portions should be larger.

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  16. JamesS

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dinner was cooked to perfection. It was a very enjoyable meal. The staff were extremely courteous, attentive, and professional. This was our third visit to Leapolds and will continue to be a regular customer.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    JamesS - As they say, "the third time is the charmer". Thank you for your wonderful review and comments, especially about our service. We work very hard to train our servers to be at their absolute best. So nice to hear you will be a repeat guest. We will look forward to serving you again soon!

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  17. TomF

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another lovely dinner at Leopard. We shared the manzo per due(steak), which was scrumptious. Service was, as always, friendly and attentive.

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  18. LarryStrickland

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience. Our server was well versed in his recommendations for the wine and we certainly weren't disappointed. The food was great too, and the ambiance was even better. We will definitely be back.

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  19. soxbob

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Leopard is one of the best restaurants in the city. The food and service are always outstanding. The restaurant is beautiful and they have a pleasant outdoor facility. I’d recommend it highly.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    soxbob - Thank you very much for your wonderful praise of The Leopard, especially our service. We agree that the ambiance adds a great deal to the enjoyment of the dining experience. Come back and see us again. We will love to serve you.

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  20. Epicurean

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Sundays BYOB is the Best Value. We enjoyed the quality and potion size which also speaks to the value. Favors come through and you can see the difference when fresh fine ingredients are used together properly

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    Epicurean - Thank you for complimenting and taking advantage of our popular BYOB Sundays. You bring the wine, we do the cooking. And that cooking is always with the freshest ingredients we can find on the market. Bring you own wine any Sunday. We'll be delighted to serve you.

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  21. KathleenK

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely luncheon indoors and could hear the jazz group that was playing in the outdoor dining area. The food was excellent and varied, the service was very attentive. The decor is exquisite. We enjoyed having such a good opportunity for a pleasant visit and conversation and sharing a wonderful meal with family.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    KathleenK - Thank you for choosing our LIVE Jazz Brunch. It really does make for a lovely combination: soft jazz music as you dine on a wonderful Italian brunch. Come back any weekend with your friends.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far the best Italian fine dining in NYC! My wife and I celebrated 3 years since we got engaged at The Leopard. We were so impressed by the decor. Our server was exceptionally knowledgeable in the food dishes and types of wines. My wife and I had two appetizer, two entrees, a cocktail each, and a bottle of wine. Money well spent!

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on September 5, 2023

    Anonymous - Wow! By far one of the nicest reviews we have received. Thank you! So lovely to that The Leopard has been part of your lives with the engagement and now three years later. The decor creates a lovely romantic setting that you have taken great advantage of. Please do come back soon!

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  23. nycdiner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We hated to leave. The food was outstanding, and the staff treated us as close friends. Ate a lot, drank a lot, laughed a lot. Can't wait to go back.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Todo muy bien. Bonito restaurant con excelente servicio y buena comida

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  25. Nycjenn

    New York Area

    261 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    261 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Delightful classically elegant NYC restaurant. We got a deal on the meal going for restaurant week but still managed to drop nearly $200 a head with a starter cocktail, bottle of wine and dessert martini accompanying our three course dinner. So it’s not cheap and it is a bit dated but overall we really enjoyed the old school UWS vibe. Yes it’s a bit “stuffy” and the inside could go with a bit of a refresh but the food and service were excellent.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on August 9, 2023

    Nyjenn - Thank you for choosing The Leopard for your Restaurant Week dinner. We are fine dinning and prices do reflect that, and appreciate your comment about the old school UWS charm. The original artwork murals also add an old world charm on top of it all. We continue to look at all specs of the restaurant---cuisine, wine, service---and the ambiance. We will continue to refresh and hope you will come back and see us again this summer.

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  26. LynneV

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at The Leopard at des Artistes last night. We went as part of Restaurant Week and the food was delicious and the choices were great for their Restaurant Week menu. Our server was wonderful as was the whole staff from the minute we walked in. I had ordered a "mocktail" and it was brought to me specially by a bartender who explained all the ingredients!! All in all, a great evening!

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  27. ClaytonC

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic ambiance and food. The service was also exceptional. Would dine here anytime!

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  28. AtelierStephanie

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    2.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    Went for restaurant week on 7/31/23. Lovely atmosphere as usual, but the restaurant week menu was awful; tasteless fried arancini ball was rice with a smidgen of tomato sauce and even less mozzarella. Entree was two tiny paper thin slices of veal with an insipid brown sauce. Dessert a small tart with cherry preserves on top. DON’T‼️

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  29. GlennH

    New York Area

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding classic Italian food served by highly professional staff in charming dining room. Especially noteworthy list of regional Italian wines.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on August 2, 2023

    GlennH - Thank you for compliments to our staff and in recognizing and commenting on our list of regional Italian wines. Come by and see us again soon, and enjoy many more regions.

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  30. AhmadS

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Yes. Good food and good service and good atmosphere and good location

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  31. JerseyExplorer

    New York Area

    80 reviews

    4.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Exemplary service (professional, helpful, charismatic). The space is charming, with the famous murals. We had the restaurant week menu, at $60 a relative bargain. The food was well-executed, but in the end rather bland (excellent pasta had so little sauce that most of it was bare; expertly fried arancini was almost tasteless). I would describe what we had as high-end comfort food. The best dish was the gelati dessert, among the best I've had. Two glasses of wine brought the total to $140/person. The a la carte menu is exorbitant.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Demoland (US)

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Cocktails took a long time to get ordered and then to arrive. Ordered “scarily” as a side and got “chard.” Waiter pushed more expensive wines which were not “fruit forward” as requested. Been once before and it was mediocre but won’t go back. Only positive was the restaurant week menu. (Waiter blamed bad service on that but the place was not all full even at 8:00 when we arrived.

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  33. TomL

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Restaurant week with very good service and ambiance.

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  34. ldvk

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great service, ambiance, and good food and wines. Real Italian cuisine.

    The Leopard at des ArtistesResponded on August 2, 2023

    Idvk - Thank you for referring to our dishes as real Italian cuisine. We do pride ourselves on serving authentic Italian food made with the best Made in Italy products. Please come back and diner with us soon.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All outstanding from food to service to atmosphere.

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  36. Kenh

    Atlantic City

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    excellent food , service and location . Great spot for pre show dinner near the Metropolitan Opera.

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  37. AndrewN

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant, romantic, great food and service. True elegant night.

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  38. Adman

    Orlando

    92 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food presentation and quality is excellent. The taste superb. Service is the best I’ve experienced in NYC. Friendly, timely, efficient, accommodating. Andrea our server was incredible. This is just a great restaurant. Not inexpensive. Michelin star potential.

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  39. carol

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been eating at this place since it was called "Cafe des Artiste;" now that it's under new ownership (for many years now), it's every bit as lovely as its predecessor. The same murals are on the walls and the service is elegant. Food is excellent - enjoyed dining at Leopard des Artiste very much.

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  40. Illl

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We went for brunch before a show. The food was excellent, service outstanding.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Leopard at des Artistes using the Order Online button. The Leopard at des Artistes also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 787-8767.

The Leopard at des Artistes is rated 4.8 stars by 2926 OpenTable diners.

The Leopard at des Artistes does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 23 times today

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1 West 67th St., New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Central Park West & Columbus Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    W 65 St GARAGE<br />27 W 65th St // Central Park West & Columbus // (212) 249-8342<br /><br />2 LINCOLN PARKING LLC.<br />60 West 66th Street // Central Park West & Columbus // (212) 874-8639<br />
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Frosolone
  • Entertainment
    LIVE JAZZ BRUNCHSAT and SUN 11:30am - 3PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 787-8767
  • Catering
    The Leopard Catering Department is highly personalized, and offer a full fine dining off-site service for business and private customers, many Italian establishments as well as American ones.
  • Private party facilities
    The Leopard event department caters to many cultural and governmental institutions, art galleries, fashion establishments, as well as private and corporate patrons. For more information visit our Private Dining page at www.theleopardnyc.com.
  • Private party contact
    Peter Klein: (212) 246-0412
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