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Pomodoro Rosso, New York, NY
Pomodoro Rosso, New York, NY
Pomodoro Rosso, New York, NY
Pomodoro Rosso, New York, NY
Pomodoro Rosso, New York, NY

Pomodoro Rosso

4.6
4.6
1805 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Pomodoro, at 229 Columbus Avenue has been a neighborhood favorite for years. The beautifully prepared Italian classics and excellent service has earned this restaurant a loyal following of Upper West Siders. Beige walls adorned with decorative ceramic plates from Italy, a ceiling trellis with hanging grapes and red and white-checkered tablecloths evoke the feeling of an authentic Italian trattoria. The street side outdoor café is the place to sit and enjoy a glass of wine and savor the antipasti while watching the people stride by.

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2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 22 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 721-3009
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Cross street
    W 71st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

What 1,805 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

1,805 Reviews
  1. AliceP

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been dining at Pomodoro Rosso for years and am never disappointed. The food is delicious and the service is professional. This was the first time I ate outside and it is a wonderful place to people watch as well. You will be happy you ate here.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    food was amazing and waiters were very nice just very busy!

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  3. CraigD

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic local restaurant that has some of the best Italian food I have had. Ordered the Chicken Parmesan and was not disappointed.

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  4. RobertN

    Greater Boston

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dined here for several years prior to Lincoln Center performances. Thai restaurant has a broad menu from traditional pasta favorites to well prepared fish, chicken and meat entrees and wonderful desserts such as tiramisu. Tartuffo and profiteroles. Even though I’m the middle of the Lincoln Center district it has a neighborhood feel. Outstanding and attentive service.

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  5. andyp

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    As always very reliable and nice food. A terrific neighborhood restaurant.

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  6. jcjc

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Authentic Italian Very pleasant service too Nice outdoor dining shed

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  7. VinnieC

    New York Area

    107 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most wonderful birthday dinner for my wife with our nephew and his new bride who flew into NYC to surprise her. As always the drinks, the food, and the service were absolutely PERFECT! Pomodoro Rosso is one of our favorite restaurants in all of NYC. Also quick note: They make the BEST muscles in pretty much the whole world. And the focaccia for the table is melt in your mouth delicious! It’s just a phenomenal neighborhood gem. I give this restaurant 5000 stars!!!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great experience. Food and service great. You can eat anything from the menu but the lobster ravioli is superb

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant place we always come back for great ambiance, excellent food and friendly service. The Lobster Ravioli is the best!

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  10. Foodie1

    Cancun

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Wonderful service. Comfortable ambiance. Always enjoy dining here

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  11. traveler270

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely old-world service. Excellent brunch choices. Good cocktails.

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  12. MMill

    New York Area

    69 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Extensive menu with many choices. All of our dishes were delicious. Love the fresh olive oil, salads, pasta, fish, chicken & veal dishes. Always a special meal and wonderful service. Love bringing friends to enjoy one of our favorite restaurants.

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  13. douglastonian

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Pomodoro Rosso was comfortable and welcoming, with great food and attentive service.

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  14. Martin

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Dreadful. Despite being virtually empty, the service was terribly slow. And after we ate, our empty plates sat on our table even though our waiter knew we were finished - apparently that wasn’t his job, but he couldn’t care enough to ask anyone else to do it either. I would gladly spend two hours in a great restaurant - this was not.

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  15. Skutch

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Lovely neighborhood bistro, serving terrific Italian cuisine & generous cocktails....friendly ambience, attentive service....

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  16. coreyman97

    New York Area

    245 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    245 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We've been to Pomodorro Rosso several times, but not recently. We've always loved it, but to be honest, it fell short this time. Both sole entrees were overcooked and dry and the vongele was only ok. Must have been an off night on a slow week leading up to Labor Day weekend. Will try again.

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  17. Joel

    New York Area

    114 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    114 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always great food, great service and great atmosphere.

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  18. DeeTee

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Very pleased with Pomodoro Rosso. Staff was attentive, was able to make little changes to my order, and food was delicious. The only thing that keeps me from rating this a 5-star is the noise level - it is a bit loud, such that it was difficult to hear the waiter as he told us the specials. With that in mind, could restaurants PLEASE print out the specials of the day? Doesn't have to be fancy - hot off the laser jet and one per table would work. Would help people who can't make out what the waiter is saying over the din, and maybe restaurants will sell more specials.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A neighborhood and family favorite! And it is the Seinfeld breakup restaurant.

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  20. andyp

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I have frequented Pomodoro many many times an always very pleased except for last evening. Had the Eggplant Parmigiana. The Eggplant was very tough as probably not fully ripened. Disappointed for first time after going there for many ears.

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  21. CathyF

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite neighborhood restaurant, and I always have the best experience and a great meal!

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  22. AnthonyR

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A noticeable notch above a neighborhood Italian. Diverse and interesting menu. Friendly service. Pleasant ambiance.

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  23. andyp

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice and ambience and food always very good. Andy

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  24. KarenHH

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love going here. It is a lovely neighborhood Italian restaurant.

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  25. saintmae

    New York Area

    106 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Everything was good except my Carciofi Romana....I think it was prepared by Chef Mike (microwave) . The artichoke was swimming in juice/water and the thing was like it exploded. Held together by tendons. I didn't eat it much but didn't send it back.

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  26. JohnnaM

    Greater Boston

    54 reviews

    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    We love the service and charming feel of Pomodoro Rosso, though last night's meal wasn't as good as we've had in the past. I had chicken parm and it was good but nothing special and the accompanying spaghetti needed more sauce. I asked for and they glad brought more marinara. My husband had the carbonara and again, it was good, but there was too much pancetta overpowering the dish. We started with arancini which was tasty. The cocktails made by Luis are great, and we enjoyed a lovely bottle of wine. Service is friendly and attentive, though we had to wait quite a while to order dessert and get our check = kind of felt like we were in Italy :-)

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  27. Drew

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is always a pleasure to have lunch or dinner at Pomodoro Rosso. The surroundings are pleasing, the staff is congenial and the chef is flexible if you have special requirements. My friends and I have been dining there for years and feel lucky to be able to escape to such a pleasing oasis.

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  28. Lolz

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, reasonable prices and terrific service.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and fantastic service. It was a hot day outside and they filled our water glasses at least a dozen times.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a stop for us when we are in the city! The owner is always on site, walking around and checking on guests. The food is always fantastic and so is the service.

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  31. Papapat

    New York Area

    243 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    243 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Another enjoyable dinner with friends at our favorite Italian restaurant in our neighborhood. It never disappoints.

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  32. KnutL

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Frendly neighborhood restaurant with very good food and a small but good selection of wine. Totally recommended ….👍🍷👍

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  33. deekay

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are great. Fun bar with a generous bartender. The owner/manager Peter is always there and keeps everything running smoothly. You should try it!

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  34. Dotty

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistly good, over many years! Peter, the owner is one of the best and nicest restauranteurs in NY

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  35. PeggyK

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food! A totally delightful place to dine.

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  36. MariaM

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The food was disappointing. The lobster ravioli stuffing was a pink, soft paste which neither looked nor tasted like lobster! The waiter assured us it was lobster, 100%! The spaghetti and meatballs was average, the tomato sauce rather thin rather than the rich, delicious sauce I remembered from a previous meal. We were so looking forward to what was a very special restaurant for us and we were so disappointed this time. Have the staff changed??? The chef??? The owner?

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    This is an average, upscale, Italian restaurant. The food is okay but not super flavorful. The pricing is what you would expect from this type of restaurant in Manhattan. The food was not as flavorful or fresh as other restaurants at similar price points. The service was subpar. It took too long to be seated and even longer to get a waiter to take our order, although everyone was very nice. This was my first time eating here so I think I would give it another chance. However, with so many Italian restaurants in Manhattan, I wouldn’t recommend Pomodoro Rosso.

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  38. Bski

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was delicious and waiters were very attentive. My only comment is that towards the end of the meal I felt like they were waiting for our table. The Maitre D kept walking by us and then was standing within a few feet looking over at us. He never said anything but I know he was waiting for us to leave.

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  39. dmhharris

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There is a special place on the Upper West Side of Manhattan that continues to be our favorite local haunt - Pomodoro Rosso. This charming Italian gem perfectly encapsulates the essence of dining 'la dolce vita' style. The restaurant's ambiance is undeniably welcoming, enhanced by its excellent outdoor seating. It's the ideal setting for a relaxing brunch, a dinner under the city lights, or simply for watching the world go by. The outdoor space has a romantic yet laid-back atmosphere that effortlessly transports you to a quaint Italian piazza. In terms of service, the friendly waitstaff at Pomodoro Rosso truly elevates the dining experience. Their warmth, attentiveness, and knowledge of the menu are second to none. They always seem to offer the right recommendation at the right time, ensuring your meal is memorable from start to finish. The food is the star of the show, with a menu that harmoniously blends traditional Italian flavors with a unique touch. Their Caprese Salad, with its fresh buffalo mozzarella and ripe tomatoes, is a refreshing way to start your meal. For mains, the signature Pomodoro Rosso pasta is a must-try. The homemade pasta, perfectly cooked, coupled with the vibrant tomato sauce, creates an unforgettable taste sensation. And their Tiramisu, airy yet rich, is the perfect way to round off a delicious Italian meal. All things considered, Pomodoro Rosso offers not just good food, but a remarkable dining experience that's hard to find elsewhere. It's our beloved local spot for a reason and continues to be a beacon of excellent Italian cuisine in Manhattan.

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  40. Foodie

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Great food. Ambience very pleasant.

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FAQs

Pomodoro Rosso offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 721-3009.

Pomodoro Rosso is rated 4.6 stars by 1805 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pomodoro Rosso

229 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W 71st
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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