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Bottega

4.7
4.7
961 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
There is a neighborhood feel to this friendly Upper East Side Restaurant. Old fashion cuisine, exceptional wine list and warm attentive service. Bottega Restaurant serves fresh, flavorful upscale Italian dishes prepared from the finest ingredients. If you have a special occasion to celebrate, or a business meeting, our menu offers more to choose from. We look forward to sharing our passion for good food and warm service and welcome you as our guests.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 3:30pm Dinner: Daily: 4:00pm - 1!:00pm Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:30am - 3:30pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 288-5282

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Carlos Contte

  • Neighborhood

    Upper East Side

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 961 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. KathyK

    Baja California

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Great atmosphere! Great service! A friendly neighborhood joint.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Best linguine and clams I ever had!! Service was on point! Can’t wait to go back!
  3. also

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice corner table
  4. Lincoln

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was personable, patient, and attentive!! Outstanding! Food- HOT- delicious anf presentation was lovely!
  5. Lulu28

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food,service and atmosphere- will definitely be returning and recommending!
  6. lizg

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    always a very good meal, and excellent friendly staff
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about Bottega is great - the lovely staff, romantic yet not stuffy atmosphere, the food, the wine. I love this place. It’s great for a date, girls night, business meeting, big groups or small. Food is delicious and they have a great wine list. Vibe is quiet and classy. They have both indoor and outdoor (covered sidewalk) seating.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Not crowded Good service Appetizers and mains well prepared
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was so kind, the food was so delicious and the price point just right. So glad we found this gem….and will be back often!
  10. Francophile

    New York Area

    77 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great table (Ruth's favorite - by request!) and so the noise from the young crowd in the back corner didn't bother us (and was only temporary anyway). But the best was the food. Hmm! Great service as well. Everything was almost perfect!
  11. schmoozer

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    food good, service good, but, for the price, you'd like "bigger" portions....serving bread after sitting down, a nice touch since you don't see that much anymore at other places, and it's somewhat understandable...overall, a nice time, and, also, salt and pepper on the table, "hard to believe", since you don't see that much anymore as well...would we come back?...yes, for the bread aznd salt and pepper of course!...(just kidding there)....
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Saying this place is a scam would be an understatement. Let’s forget about how they don’t tell you the actual price with their “ made up list”, what makes it even better is their average at-best meals! Incredible how the owner is still in business. Thank you for showing me where not to dine.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    The service was great! The wait staff were very attentive, answered all our questions about the menu, but unfortunately the majority of the food was not good. The meat tasted old & stale like it had been sitting for too long. Definitely not worth the money spent.
  14. Arnie24

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, everything was wonderful
  15. SuzanM

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The second year in a row we celebrated a good friend's birthday. The service could not be better, the food was outstanding and the ambiance great.
  16. great

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. The service was good. The ambience was great.
  17. also

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice family restaurant
  18. TracyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can't recommend this place more highly. Lovely food, great service, welcoming atmosphere. If we are ever in NY again will definitely return.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went here for NYE; great food and attentive service. Cozy vibe not too crowded but not empty
  20. nina

    New York Area

    294 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    294 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A "real" restaurant! Lovely decor, seating not crammed together. Attentive but not intrusive service. Delicious food - good choices! Definitely a keeper!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love bottega! Went for a birthday dinner… everything was great!!!!
  22. Anonymous

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The best tasting branzino simply prepared with lemon, olive oil, and capers.
  23. localesq

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Attractive place to dine. Service was a little over the top. Food came out very quickly giving us impression we needed to eat quickly yet there were plenty of open tables. Food was ok—not bad but not all that tasty.
  24. TBone

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! Thank you!
  25. JP01

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anthony and the team always do a wonderful job. It’s like eating at your Parents McKee house
  26. Deirdre

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    My family & I came here on Thanksgiving. I work at a nearby hospital and made a dinner reservation between shifts so I could see my family. We made a reservation for 8:15pm prior, so the establishment knew to anticipate hours of closing. We were told from the moment we were seated that he had to be order and be out soon because they were closing. They told us this three times. We were rushed to place our order and selected only entrees, so we wouldn't hold anyone up. When we got the entrees, we were asked if we wanted dessert. We declined. Unfortunately, our entire Thanksgiving dinner was only 45 minutes and that is how my family spent the holiday before going our separate ways for the night. The food was okay. I wouldn't recommend this establishment on any day, but especially on a day that has sentimental value.
  27. RobertS

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bottega is one of the best Italian restrooms in NYC. The menu offers something for everyone. Always fresh, great wine list and off menu requests accepted. The Manager Anthony always make you feel like family.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The turkey dinner was a thanksgiving day special. Not on the menus. Our waiter read the special’s but I didn’t hear stuffing with the turkey dinner so I Specifically said id like stuffing. He took my order and it came to the table and did not come with stuffing. I didn’t say anything but I really wanted a nice stuffing with the turkey. it’s an Italian restaurant so I recommend staying with Italian food My guests all said they enjoyed their meals. The ambiance was great. I’ll go back for Italian food next time.
  29. Hate2cook

    New York Area

    125 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    We both had the special Thanksgiving Turkey entree. It was very ample with both light and dark meat. The Brussel Sprouts were well prepared and tasty. Cannot say the same for the sweet potatoes. But overall a good value for an enjoyable meal.
  30. Tessa

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The pasta was over cooked. And their special seafood pasta had small portion of pasta in it. The wine menu was not provided and didn’t match the price of the only Prosecco on the wine list in their website. Was jacked up by another 50%. Don’t bother with the dessert. Lime pie and Apple strudel; puny portion and dry. Store bought would have been better. Which goes to say.
  31. Governor

    New York Area

    106 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Bottega is a lovely place in a nice neighborhood. It makes you comfortable and relaxed. Staff are attentive and food very well prepared. Bring a good appetite.
  32. RobertF

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Beautiful ambiance and high quality food. Great first experience.
  33. Lincoln

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Waiter was excellent- kept checking to see if everything was ok! Extremely personable! Food excellent- as usual!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first visit, my friend had eaten there before. I will be returning.
  35. Boybuilder

    New York Area

    160 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    160 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Taste of the food is flat. No zip to it. The only zip is what they charge.
  36. NickE

    London

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Venue was perfectly satisfactory and we hade an enjoyable evening.
  37. FernandoM

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. Best outdoor space in the upper east side.
  38. JonS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was excellent and the service was 5 star. I took two friends to dinner. We never felt rushed, the mood was great and Bottega was a contributing part of that good mood. I highly recommend Bottega to others.
  39. Runner2

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bottega never disappoints. Even on a busy Saturday night, noise at most low moderate. More importantly service and food impeccable--5-Star
  40. Nancyz

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Excellent service. Cozy ambiance but upscale feel. We will definitely be back!! And soon!!

FAQs

Bottega offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 288-5282.

Bottega is rated 4.7 stars by 961 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Bottega

1331 second ave, New York, NY 10021

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Upper East Side

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 3:30pm Dinner: Daily: 4:00pm - 1!:00pm Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:30am - 3:30pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Carlos Contte

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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