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Cafe Fiorello

4.6
4.6
9275 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Our outdoor cafe is first come, first served. We do not take reservations for our outdoor cafe.
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A forum for Lincoln Center’s performing arts culture for nearly 30 years, Café Fiorello features a sprawling bar filled with more than 50 kinds of antipasti. Finished in warm wood, brass and mirrors, the main dining room suggests a timeless charm. In addition to the hot and cold antipasto specialties of vegetables and seafood, the menu features updated Italian classics and specialty dishes, as well as a selection of seafood, steak, veal & pasta.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 124 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 595-5330

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Brando De Oliveira

  • Catering

    We would love to cater your office party or private event! Please email sholmes@thefiremangroup.com for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    The intimate semi-private dining room provides and elegant oasis within the restaurant's lively atmosphere for up to 35 guests. To book our semi-private room, please email banquets@thefiremangroup.com or call 212-265-0100.

  • Private party contact

    Carmen Bottoms or Andrea Roman: (212) 265-0100

  • Neighborhood

    Lincoln Square

  • Cross street

    Between 63rd and 64th Streets

  • Parking details

    We offer a discount of $24 for up to 6 hours at the GGMC Parking Garage. Address is 5 West 65th Street, with additional entrance at 10 West 66th St (between CPW and Columbus Ave).To take advantage of this discount, please go to https://www.cafefiorello.com/location and present the QR code.

  • Public transit

    A, C, E, B, D & 1 trains to Columbus Circle

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 9,275 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. GregB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter- James- was very professional and attentive. Our food was served within 15 minutes and the dinner was great.
  2. JimMcR

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good food, excellent location near Lincoln Center.
  3. JimL

    New York Area

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe Fiorello is my go to spot any time I see a show at the Met. Very enjoyable experience - there's a lot of energy from the staff and guests. Good service too.
  4. DonnaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything is delicious. Great chocolate martinis.
  5. GeneL

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe Fiorello's staff, management and food and drink are 5 stars! This is one of the longest running successes in Italian food in NYC Bravo BRANDO! THE EXTRAORDINARY CHEF!
  6. Fran

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had ravioli, friend had veal Milanese and another chicken parm, all very good. I had a rusty nail cocktail and it was perfect.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fiorello's has been a favorite for many years. I attend many events at Lincoln Center and always book Fiorello's for a meal.
  8. StephenC

    New York Area

    227 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    227 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always enjoy eating here. Very good chicken Parm, yummy Tartuffe dessert.
  9. RayF

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is interesting place where the booths have regulars posted with plaques. Our booth got asked for by a regular and they moved us. They comped the pre dinner wine to accomodate the move. The dinner was delicious and the portions gigantic. Not enough room for dessert.
  10. JasonM

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Great classic New York Italian cuisine, served old school style. Food is delicious, and the atmosphere is bustling. Not many of these institutions left and Cafe Fiorello is a treasure.
  11. oliviajane

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Stick to the Italian specialties. We had a chicken farm that was amazing, but the salmon was just OK … A little overpriced, overall, but great location for Lincoln Center events.
  12. charlesg

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome. Great good and as always great service. Always enjoyable.
  13. ashs

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great. Pizzas are paper thin . Amazing. Loved it. Good location with outside seating.
  14. KevinC

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Service was a bit odd on this occasion. Entrees were brought to table less than 15 minutes after appetizers! The food was very good (no surprise), but was it a hint to move diners along? Our server, Domenico, was excellent as usual! Thank you, Domenico!
  15. jacquelineg

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently great food--artichoke appetizer and four seasons pizza are my favorites. Service is excellent--efficient and kind. Lively and fun atmosphere in a great location. Highly recommend.
  16. Mayra

    New York Area

    85 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really great, friendly server. He was wonderful with my small daughter.
  17. RebeccaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food in an iconic location, with waiters who sing when you order the Tony Bennett French toast. Classic NYC, what's not to love???
  18. AmyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant! Been going for years, first time back in a while and it’s still great!
  19. PatrickP

    London

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Lyndon.our waiter, made it a most pleasurable experience. He was charming, professional, helpful, and efficient. This is the sort of service that inspires brand loyalty.
  20. magnolia

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an ideal spot for a pre opera meal right across from Lincoln Centre. The egg parmigiana is highly recommended. Great food, attentive service and lovely ambience.
  21. MargotH

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Before the opera at Lincoln Center. Waitress had a great personality and sense of humor. She was extremely accommodating splitting appetizers and dessert for sharing. Would definitely go back next time I am in the hood.
  22. ScottF

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food is good but overpriced as expected across from Lincoln Center. Service is very good and efficient. There’s a charge for bread for the table so BEWARE! A coke was $5.50, a bit steep. Didn’t ask for a refill because I probably would have been charged.
  23. ErnestM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. So good, that we went back the following day for brunch.
  24. ATLEd

    Atlanta Metro

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner at Cafe Fiorella last night before opera at the Met (right across the street). I was last here 5 years ago and nothing has changed. Great food (love the fried artichokes & “open-face” lasagna.). Excellent service. Great way to start the night! Highly recommended.
  25. jacquelineg

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service
  26. Woody

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    This is a restaurant where you don’t go to dine, you go to eat. Stay with the antipasto and pizza!! Convenient for after the opera. The drinks are Watered down and filled with ice and my wife says “ they don’t care.”
  27. Blooming2

    New York Area

    211 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    211 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and service. Fabulous meatballs, so tasty.
  28. Loki

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. The brunch menu was comprehensive.
  29. LLL17

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food - very interesting, hot when served, multiple options - vegetarian, eggs, breakfast choices, coffee choices. A great brunch location. Service was fantastic.
  30. JoanM

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate an early dinner before the opera & it was delicious. Shared an appetizer, Potato Truffle pie, among the 3 of us. We all loved our meals & shared the wonderful lemon pie. We love Fiorello's & have been there many times. It's a really great NY place!
  31. Arkasha

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience5
    Service poor (unless waiter works first day.) Unattentive,forgetful, wine was never served and then cancelled.
  32. KGNYC

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were welcomed like old friends from the moment we entered. The team of hosts and wait staff were attentive and kind. The food was phenomenal as were the drinks (wine by the glass, martini's). Calamari, lump crab bruschetta, side of polenta and octopus - memorable appetizers. The soft-shell crab main dish was superb, not a scrap left on 2 friends' plates. We also had pizza and other mains that were excellent. Not a bad bite. Will look forward to returning.
  33. Queenie

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience4
    Service was excellent, indoor table too tiny and loud talkers on either side. Server moved us to a booth which was a Godsend. Appetizers were fabulous, martini’s delicious, but the lasagna was for the most part inedible. Optics were great, but crispy pasta crust lasagna with hardly any meat is actually awful and wtf? A pizza would have been better. The chef needs to taste this lasagna!
  34. PhilT

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always wonderful and reliable before a Lincoln Center performance. Try the Fried Artichokes and the Fiorello Lasagna!
  35. MaureenDB

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Friendly service but the food was really mediocre. We were lucky to get a table in the tent outside because inside was unbelievably noisy and crowded. Sorry but typical theater district experience. Convenience never makes up for other downsides. Would not recommend or return.
  36. Tanguera

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food. Convenient to Lincoln Center.
  37. StephenC

    New York Area

    227 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    227 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I'm a regular here & never disappointed. Good choice if going to Lincoln t
  38. skylonseven

    Washington DC

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always exceptional. Good lunch offerings. My favorite is the vegetable antipasti. Good for business meetings
  39. RobertC

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My date and I had a wonderful experience here. Everything was superb. It was a bit noisy because there were small children but given that they were helping their Mothers celebrate their special day, allowances can be made.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Dinner! Waiter was sweet and very attentive. Maitre’D was very professional in a great suit. Food was better than last Mother’s Day. Artichoke dish was changed for the better! Table was awesome. Thank you so much for a great Mother’s Day.

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
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Cafe Fiorello offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 595-5330.

Cafe Fiorello is rated 4.6 stars by 9275 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 124 times today
Google Map for Cafe Fiorello

1900 Broadway, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between 63rd and 64th Streets

  • Neighborhood

    Lincoln Square

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    We offer a discount of $24 for up to 6 hours at the GGMC Parking Garage. Address is 5 West 65th Street, with additional entrance at 10 West 66th St (between CPW and Columbus Ave).To take advantage of this discount, please go to https://www.cafefiorello.com/location and present the QR code.

  • Public transit

    A, C, E, B, D & 1 trains to Columbus Circle

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Brando De Oliveira

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 595-5330

  • Catering

    We would love to cater your office party or private event! Please email sholmes@thefiremangroup.com for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    The intimate semi-private dining room provides and elegant oasis within the restaurant's lively atmosphere for up to 35 guests. To book our semi-private room, please email banquets@thefiremangroup.com or call 212-265-0100.

  • Private party contact

    Carmen Bottoms or Andrea Roman: (212) 265-0100

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