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Sistina, New York, NY
Winter garden function - Sistina, New York, NY
Sistina, New York, NY
Sistina, New York, NY
Sistina, New York, NY

Sistina

4.7
4.7
1440 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE: LET US KNOW 1 DAY IN ADVANCE IF YOU DECREASE YOUR PARTY SIZE TO AVOID THE $150 PER PERSON CHARGE
WE DON’T RESERVE SPECIFIC TABLES
WHICHEVER TABLE WE HAVE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL IS WHERE YOU WILL BE SEATED
WE DON’T HAVE HIGHCHAIRS & WE DON’T ALLOW STROLLERS
WE DON’T PERMIT OUTSIDE ITEMS (liquor,flowers & cake)
Sistina restaurant, one of the most highly rated Italian restaurants in New York City, has been impressing its sophisticated clientele for over 40 years. Host/owner/chef Giuseppe Bruno, the Zagat Survey's "Host of the Year", is responsible for every aspect of his restaurant, from greeting his devoted patrons, to preparing special meals and dishes upon request.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel your reservation please let us know a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Failure to notify the restaurant will result in a $50 cancelation fee per person in the group.
DRESS CODE: We politely ask that you please avoid SHORTS & FLIP FLOPS.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-7660
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Bruno
  • Private party facilities
    GARDEN ROOM Sistina’s winter-garden is the perfect place for small events of up to 40 guests. With big glass windows, skylights and impeccable works of art, you will feel surrounded by luxury and brilliance as you dine. MAIN ROOM Sistina’s Cozy main dining room, comes complete with master fireplace, grand crown molding and various works of art. This room seats a maximum of 60 guests. FULL BUYOUT For large scale events and celebrations, we would recommend a full buyout. With complete and private access to both the Main dining room and the rear garden room, we can entertain a maximum of 100 guests within the space. Dine and celebrate in style and privacy in one of the most beautiful town houses in New York City.
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    Madison and Fifth Ave
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
  • Public transit
    the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Ave<br />the 4,5 & 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 1,440 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

1,440 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent fine dining experience. As expected - Perfect Dinner Service

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  2. RichardL

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There are few restaurants in the world that offer this quality and service. Every choice perfectly prepared and presented. The timing impeccable. The by the glass wines as superior as the menu choices all perfectly paired. Of course this level of quality comes at a price. So the important question is was it worth it? Yes.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent food and service. A friendly but expensive neighborhood restaurant but worth the cost.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I know every time I entertain guests st Sistina everything will be perfect!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Oman

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Excellent food and service and atmosphere.

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  6. JackF

    Denver

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an extraordinary meal ordering mainly specials of the day: chestnut soup, spaghetti with clams and veal Milanese. Wait staff was terrific. Wine list was overwhelming so we gave the som a price point and asked her to choose a Barolo. She presented us with a 2001 Barolo. One of the best bottles of wine we’ve ever had. A VIP was seated at the next table celebrating his birthday and we were treated as well as that party. One of the best NYC restaurants for sure.

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  7. Tdmd

    Columbus

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb service and excellent menu always. Perfect for special occasions or just a special dinner

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  8. GV808

    Hawaii

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic find! We loved the authenticity of the food and the people who served us at Sistina. We sat in the back atrium that was light-filled and airy. We hope to return on our next visit to NYC! Molto Bene!👍🏼

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  9. woodstockgal

    Greater Boston

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Charming spot near the Metropolitan Museum, which has the feel of a club. Gracious wait staff, extensive menu and food was well presented and delicious. Only downside was the cost, but probably not unreasonable given the quality of the experience

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  10. ABCNYC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sistina is always my choice for hosting lunches for friends at the Met Museum. Last week I invited friends there for a pre-Thanksgiving lunch. We sat in the lovely garden room. Everything was impeccable including ambiance, service, tables settings and food. Sistina is a more relaxed version of Modern at MoMA. The menu is Italian. In New York no other restaurant matches it in quality and variety, esp of pastas.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A restaurant that you must visit. It is worth it. Delicious food nice environment

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  12. Happy

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a favorite . Food quality is excellent and service staff is appropriately attentive

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  13. Sculler

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall1food4service4ambience1
    Food was fine. Maybe don't order sashimi at an Italian restaurant (or veal parmigiana at a sushi place hah). But it was the worst dining experience ever. The six people at the next table were insanely loud. Two days later, I thought I'd call Sistina. We were there with a couple from the Bay Area who are gourmands and who (the first woman I talked to reminded me, how did she know) are friends of Sistina-lovers in NYC who are friends of the chef. (Good friends. There had been talk that the chef would come out and say hello, or we should ask for him. Our friends said this again in passing when we sat down, but neither happened. No biggie.) They had recommended this place. Back to the phone call: I asked for the manager. The woman asked why, did her best to respond, and said that the OWNER would be in a little later. He called. My phone says it was a two-minute call. If so, I spoke for ten seconds and he for ranted for the rest of it: (1) what are we supposed to do about loud diners? and (2) it's so hard to run a restaurant when people slam you on social media all the time. Eventually I calmly, genially, funnily (I thought) offered: "I think I'm supposed to be talking and you're supposed to be listening." He hung up on me! And here I am on this social media thing. BTW I'm correct about listening, it's rule one. I was in a (very different) customer service business for thirty years (sales). If I had been this owner I'd have let the customer have their say and then spoken something on the order of "What a F%}#-ing $*+!-show! I am so sorry!" What to do about loud diners might be to say something indirect to them (a funny story with loud talking as a theme?) and it certainly has something to do with acoustics. A lot of restaurants these days seem to want the noise (no carpets). Put a sign up in front reminding patrons to keep it to a dull roar. People would hear about this place with good food where you can actually have a conversation, and line up at your door.

    SistinaResponded on November 15, 2023

    This is the owner & chef responding. This place isn’t for you and by the way you called to tell your story but you were not willing to have an answer. You’re not padre patrone. You sound like a dictator. Get a life. We are living in a very modern world these days. New York is a very different place my friend.

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  14. J0000

    Baltimore

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot for an upscale birthday dinner. Very attentive staff and food was excellent.

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  15. RichH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was very good but a bit pricey. The staff was excellent. They must have to make up for the nasty delicate genius chef( and owner, I believe). We arrived at 5:00 for a 5:00 reservation. They were all in a meeting in the back of the restaurant. At 5:05 I asked to use the restroom and he barked that they weren’t open yet. Then I noticed he continuously came into the dining room and stared at different tables as people ate. Hopefully he sees this because he is the reason we won’t be back.

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  16. Lola

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The service was excellent and the place very pretty. Tables are not jammed together which these days is a pleasure. I had the branzino which was too salty and otherwise not too interesting. I will be back though because of the ambiance, service and acceptable noise level and try some other dish.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great fresh and delicious food, impecable service and outstanding ambience. I will continue to go back with great pleasure

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    It is a first time for me to go to Georgian cuisine restaurant. We ate Kachapuri and some dumplings, these are really good and we enjoyed a performance of Kachapri! I drank a glass of a bit unique wine like an orange wine but not the same taste, I forgot the name though, it was also interesting experience! We could ask few times without any hesitations because all staffs are kind and friendly!

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  19. Dbeller

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So fantastic — everything was fabulous! I will be coming back soon!

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  20. ManyaS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was utterly superb, truly top notch. The food very good. Eating earlier, we avoided a big crowd and enjoyed our evening and were not rushed.

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  21. RenaeC

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant, friendly staff and spectacular food. It was a lovely evening with friends. I highly recommend this restaurant, even though it is quite expensive-it is well worth it for a special dining experience.

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  22. ArmandoJ

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sistina never disappoints; on the contrary, it exceeds expectations. Grant you, booking is a little unfriendly, but as soon as you are there it is the friendliest of places. The menu, and there are MANY specials every day, is an explosion of imagination and at least what I have tried, an offering of new and subtle flavors. The squash soup with gorgonzola which I had last time was the most amazing I have ever tasted. The venue is lovely, the service most professional and helpful, the food superb. "Who could ask for anything more"!

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  23. DavidLJ

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    We were quite rushed through our service. Our main course arrived as soon as our starter had been cleared, which I can't remember ever happening to me before at any restaurant. So this was quite disappointing. Otherwise, the food quality was high, and service was very friendly, in a lovely setting.

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  24. LisaB

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely exquisite in every way! The decor, the lighting, the flowers, the service, the cuisine, just perfect! I'm so happy I found this restaurant!

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  25. Harry

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an astonishingly great meal. From appetizer to desserts nothing disappoints. Not cheap but great value for money. Beautiful ambience, and impeccable service by experience knowledgeable waiters adds to the experience.

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  26. Mare337

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great customer service and food. Ambiance was conducive to a business dinner.

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  27. SWgourmet

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Staff were exceptionally considerate, friendly and patient. Food was disappointing. I asked for no added salt, and the server reassured me that Sistina's meals were lightly salted because many other clients made similar requests. However, mine was so salty that it hid the flavors of the seafood, and I was unable to finish. Cake was mediocre. Other guests thought the food was undistinguished.

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  28. Jeffrey

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the person who seated us until I paid the bill, it was an excellent experience. Great staff, wonderful food a completely lovely experience

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  29. AngelicaC

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From when we entered Sistena it was amazing. Warm greeting for our special anniversary. Wait staff attentive but not hovering, food exceptional and atmosphere quiet for conversation. Sun evening to remember and we will be back! Thank you.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experiences favorite restaurant. Fantastic.

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  31. Andrew

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Giuseppe Bruno is the finest chef and restauranteur in New York City!

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  32. rozS

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The most beautiful atmosphere with delicious food, fine wines, homemade breads and excellent service

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing pastas. I really enjoyed this place but it is pricey for Italian

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Lovely spot but grossly overpriced, noisy, with average food

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  35. MAURICEC

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sistina offers a beautiful environment in which to enjoy outstanding cuisine. There are an amazing number of choices on the menu and at this time of year Alba white truffles are available. Our shami appetizers were the best raw tuna we ever had and were prepared with thinly sliced radishes and homemade pickled ginger. The veal chops were so tender that a knife was unnecessary. They were accompanied by an arugula and heirloom tomato salad. The risotto with varied wild mushrooms was al dente but creamy and incredibly flavorful. The waitstaff was highly professional and treated us as very valued clients. We even interacted with the chef who came to our table to inquire about our experience.The evening was delightful.

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  36. MichaelB

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely lunch in this grand mansion. Our waiter Sergio was the best part of our dining experience. He was very passionate about our food and wine. Total command of the menu, and gave descriptions of each dish to help with our selections. A fine dining experience.

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  37. CharlesS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the restaurant, the food, the service are wonderful.

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  38. NYdiner

    New York Area

    76 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Extraordinary food in your exquisite surroundings never fail to please. Service was a little disjointed, with many people helping but no clear captain. I had not experienced that before with you.

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  39. RosemarieC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sistina is an elegant, pretty restaurant with attentive service and delicious food. Pricey, but worth it. I will be back.

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  40. Regulars

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual everything was excellent- drinks, food, wine, service, ambience. We had a wonderful dining experience and thank Giuseppe and the whole staff for making our occasion extra special. Thanks so much and we will see you again very soon.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • 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 Sistina using the Order Online button. Sistina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 861-7660.

Sistina is rated 4.7 stars by 1440 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sistina

24 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison and Fifth Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
  • Public transit
    the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Avethe 4,5 & 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Bruno
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-7660
  • Private party facilities
    GARDEN ROOM Sistina’s winter-garden is the perfect place for small events of up to 40 guests. With big glass windows, skylights and impeccable works of art, you will feel surrounded by luxury and brilliance as you dine. MAIN ROOM Sistina’s Cozy main dining room, comes complete with master fireplace, grand crown molding and various works of art. This room seats a maximum of 60 guests. FULL BUYOUT For large scale events and celebrations, we would recommend a full buyout. With complete and private access to both the Main dining room and the rear garden room, we can entertain a maximum of 100 guests within the space. Dine and celebrate in style and privacy in one of the most beautiful town houses in New York City.
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