Little Owl

Name: Little Owl
Address: 90 Bedford Street, New York, NY, United States, 10014
Telephone: (212) 741-4695
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (4510)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

90 Bedford Street, New York, NY 10014

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Nearly 2 grateful decades later the Chef & Owner Joey Campanaro humbly Introduces Little owl's, the Chef's Room, our newest twin dining room, just 1 door down Bedford street, in the Friends Building at Bedford and Grove, accepting reservations for Lunch, Brunch, Dinner and Private Dining. Along with Lisa Komara's expertly chosen wine list, we offer bold-flavored, Seasonal-Mediterranean American cuisine with friendly, professional service. We accept reservations for parties of up to 6 guests, in our cozy dining rooms in the storied West Village. We're a corner gem with a big pork chop and an even bigger heart— serving with love since 2006. From bridal showers, to product launches, you can book fully private, affordable, lunch meetings, dinner parties and brunch events in the Chef's room-up to 24 people. Not all tables are reserved so walk ins are encouraged. To reserve the bar, the best seats in town, please contact the restaurant.

Thank you for being a part of our Little Owl Family!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 741-4695
Website
http://www.thelittleowlnyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Joey Campanaro
Catering
Little Owl Events offer full-scale event production, design, and catering—bringing Little Owl’s charm to your doorstep. Our events deliver Little Owl’s noteworthy style of service and Joey Campanaro’s critically acclaimed cuisine to your desired venue, whether it is a private home or a specific event location.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a big love, or hosting a corporate event, we’re here to help every step of the way — from planning and production to catering, decor, florals, rentals, entertainment, and more. Please inquire about our private event space, The Townhouse, at events@thelittleowlnyc.com.

Location
90 Bedford Street, New York, NY 10014
Neighborhood
West Village
Cross street
Bedford St. and Grove St.
Parking details
Nearby Parking Garages—Quik Park - Bleecker Street: 231 W 10th St. (between Bleecker and Hudson Streets) 212.929.4542 Barrow Street Garage: 14 Barrow St (between 7th Ave S and W 4th Street) 212.242.9791
Public transit
Christopher Street Station: 1. 14th Street and 7th Ave: 1, 2, 3. West 4th Station: A, B, C, D, E, F and M
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Popular dishes

Corn Soup$19.00
chopped Maine lobster, chives
Gemelli Pasta$22.00
sweet peas, sausage sauce, pecorino
Watermelon & Fennel$18.00
ricotta salata, escarole, frisée, herbs
Gravy Meatball Sliders$18.00
three little owl originals
Sunflower Salad$19.00
golden beets, seeds, parmesan, sherry vinaigrette
Soft Shell Crab Spaghetti Fra Diavolo$32.00
spicy marinara sauce
Tomatoes & Mozzarella$22.00
bocconcini, arugula, olive tapenade

seasonal vegetables

String Beans$17.00
chiles, sesame, mint, oyster sauce
Grilled & Roasted Corn$16.00
spicy Mexican style
Zucchini & Squash$18.00
capers, olives, basil
French Fries$13.00
chile aioli
Baked Eggplant Parm$23.00
rich tomato basil sauce, arugula salad

entrées

Crispy Chicken$35.00
asparagus home fries, natural sherry jus
Black Sea Bass$38.00
chive mashed, truffle onion sauce
Broiled Nova Scotia Halibut$46.00
corn and spring pea salad, pesto vinaigrette
Roasted Arctic Char*$36.00
cauliflower, snow peas, avocado, chile-lime vinaigrette
Grilled & Filleted Whole Branzino*$48.00
crispy lobster paella
the Pork Chop & Butter Beans*$42.00
parmesan, fennel, wild dandelion
Petit NY Strip*$49.00
fontina fonduta

What 4,510 people are saying

Little Owl reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Contemporary American
Manhattan
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Little Owl is a charming West Village gem, offering "delicious food and superior service" in an intimate setting. Known for "exceptional cuisine and warm ambiance," the restaurant boasts standout dishes like meatball sliders and eggplant parm. Despite its cozy size, it consistently delivers a "wonderful dining experience."

4,510 Reviews

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Carolyn VIP
Chicago / Illinois38 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service and exquisite menu and food. Thank you!
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Janet
Austin3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner. Excellent wine recommendation. Perfect service. We love this place!
Little OwlResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the fantastic review, Janet. WE love that YOU love little owl so much💕 We hope you join us again for another perfect service🦉✨
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Michael
Ottawa13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful birthday celebration! Special thanks to our server !
Little OwlResponded 2 days ago
Happy birthday! It was our pleasure to host you for a fun filled celebration. I'll be sure to pass your kind words along to the team, and we hope you join us for more memorable moments in the future🦉✨
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Kimberly
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, service amazing and atmosphere was neighborhoods and friendly.
Little OwlResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for stopping by your friendly neighborhood Little Owl, Kimberly. We’re so happy you enjoyed your time with us and enjoyed our new spring menu. We hope we see you on the corner of Bedford + Grove again soon🦉✨
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Robin
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was mediocre and expensive. The service was outstanding, very solicitous, and kind.
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thomas
New York City34 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Return trip to Little owl after a few years back to NYC. Little Owl continued to impress with quality of food, speed of service, and overall ambience. This is our must visit restaurant each time we come back. I tried the meatball sliders!!!
Little OwlResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and for coming back to see us, Thomas. We're truly honored to be your must-visit spot when you're in NYC. We're glad to know that we continue to make a lasting impression. And yes — those Gravy Meatball Sliders are a favorite for a reason! We hope to see you again soon🦉✨
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Shelby
Southwest Florida1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the best experience. The food was amazing and service incredible!
Little OwlResponded 2 days ago
Wow — best experience? That totally makes our day! We're so glad you loved our new spring menu and felt taken care of. Come back soon, we’ll have something delicious waiting for you🦉✨
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Jessica VIP
New York City53 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Little Owl is such a little gem. The food was outstanding - we had the eggplant part which might be one of the best eggplant parts I have ever had. Light and without too much breading with a delicious red sauce with a little kick. My friend and I both raved about this dish. The Grilled & Roasted corn was amazing and we shared the Black Sea Bass. We also had 2 desserts - the Dulce de Lethe Brownie (divine) and the Strawberry & Rhubarb Crisp (a delight!). We both raved about every dish. Our waitress was a dream. Super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend Little Owl for the food and their service.
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Eric VIP
New Mexico3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great experience at Little Owl! First time in the newer added space. One of our favorite places in the village. We will be back soon!
Little OwlResponded on June 5, 2025
Thanks so much for joining us, Eric. It was our pleasure to host you in our brand new dining room, the Chef's Room. We're thrilled at the opportunity to expand our footprint on Bedford street and are happy to know you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to see you again soon🦉✨
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Tulio VIP
San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing place, terrific food. Service was astonishing. Yo need to try the Little Owl red wine, awesome!!!
Little OwlResponded on June 5, 2025
Thanks so much for the kind words, Tulio. We're happy to hear we impressed you with our seasonal menu, service, and our very own Little Owl rosso! We just released our new 2022 vintage so we're glad to know you enjoyed it. We hope to see you again soon 🦉✨
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FAQs

Little Owl is rated 4.9 stars by 4510 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 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

90 Bedford Street, New York, NY 10014

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Bedford St. and Grove St.
Neighborhood
West Village
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nearby Parking Garages—Quik Park - Bleecker Street: 231 W 10th St. (between Bleecker and Hudson Streets) 212.929.4542 Barrow Street Garage: 14 Barrow St (between 7th Ave S and W 4th Street) 212.242.9791
Public transit
Christopher Street Station: 1. 14th Street and 7th Ave: 1, 2, 3. West 4th Station: A, B, C, D, E, F and M
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joey Campanaro
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.thelittleowlnyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 741-4695
Catering
Little Owl Events offer full-scale event production, design, and catering—bringing Little Owl’s charm to your doorstep. Our events deliver Little Owl’s noteworthy style of service and Joey Campanaro’s critically acclaimed cuisine to your desired venue, whether it is a private home or a specific event location.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a big love, or hosting a corporate event, we’re here to help every step of the way — from planning and production to catering, decor, florals, rentals, entertainment, and more. Please inquire about our private event space, The Townhouse, at events@thelittleowlnyc.com.

Featured in

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Little Owl

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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the Beignets

Gravy Meatball Sliders

Corn Risotto

appetizers

Corn Soup$19.00

Gemelli Pasta$22.00

Watermelon & Fennel$18.00

Gravy Meatball Sliders$18.00

Sunflower Salad$19.00

Soft Shell Crab Spaghetti Fra Diavolo$32.00

Tomatoes & Mozzarella$22.00

seasonal vegetables

String Beans$17.00

Grilled & Roasted Corn$16.00

Zucchini & Squash$18.00

French Fries$13.00

Baked Eggplant Parm$23.00

entrées

Crispy Chicken$35.00

Black Sea Bass$38.00

Broiled Nova Scotia Halibut$46.00

Roasted Arctic Char*$36.00

Grilled & Filleted Whole Branzino*$48.00

the Pork Chop & Butter Beans*$42.00

Petit NY Strip*$49.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

How is Little Owl restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

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Featured in

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