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Cellini, New York, NY

Cellini

4.6
4.6
1520 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
Cellini’s culinary style of chic simplicity produces a menu of astounding freshness and creativity. We began with a masterful rendition of cornmeal polenta wedges with masses of slivered shitake mushrooms and a calamari salad garnished with beans and scallions, each set off with a hot, homemade foccacia, augmented with sliced crusty Tuscan bread. We next chose panzotti-supple half moon pasta filled with fresh, crisp vegetables lightly bathed in a delicate porcini mushroom sauce. A unique tubular pasta stuffed with the freshest fish and spinach under a seasoned fish stock was enough to show us that each dish here has its own personality, and is densely concentrated with flavor.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 751-1555
  • Website
    http://www.cellinirestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dino Arpaia
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate parties up to 10 - 200 people and have private areas available.
  • Location
    65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    Madison and Park Ave.
  • Parking details
    There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Menu

Cellini's menu was last updated 2022-02-02.

Pasta

  • Penne Alla Norma$19.00

    imported san marzano tomato sauce, Italian eggplant, buffalo mozzarella

    • Spaghetti Carbonara$20.00

      imported panchetta, organic egg, pecorino Romano, cracked black pepper, parsley

      • Rigatoni Bolognese$19.00

        classic home style tomato meat sauce fresh herbs

        • Linguine Alle Vongole$22.00

          little neck clams, white wine, olive oil, fresh herbs, roasted garlic, chilies

          • Spaghetti Al Frutti Di Mare$23.00

            assorted shell fish, tomato broth, garlic, fresh herbs

            • Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola$21.00

              made with potato, ricotta and spinach, imported Gorgonzola dolce cheese sauce

              • Rigatoni Alla Matriciana$19.00

                tomato sauce, panchetta, onions and garden peas

                • Spaghetti Con Polpette$19.00

                  home style meatballs made with fresh tomato sauce and basil (our signature dish)

                  Pasta Al Forno

                  • Imbustata$25.00

                    oven baked envelope shaped pasta filled with roasted veal, chicken, wild mushrooms, California spinach, grated pecorino romano, mascapone cheese, fresh tomato sauce (signature dish)

                    Pesce

                    • Salmone Primavera$24.00

                      broiled salmon, assorted julienne vegetables, mustard sauce

                      • Sapore Di Mare$26.00

                        medley of grilled marinated shrimp, calamari, salmon, white fish, mussels, clams, scallops

                        • Spada Alla Livornese$27.00

                          swordfish sauteed with olives, capers, onions, cherry tomato sauce

                          • Tonno All'Aceto Balsamico$28.00

                            grilled tuna (served rare) drizzled with balsamic reduction

                            • Gamberi Al Limone$29.00

                              broiled shrimp, olive oil, white wine, fennel, lemon, parsley

                              Carne

                              • Pollo Pizzaiola$23.00

                                medallions of chicken, cherry tomato sauce, fresh oregano, buffalo mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil

                                • Pollo Francese$22.00

                                  medallions of chicken, egg whites, lemon, white wine, baby capers, parsley

                                  • Vitello Parmigiano$26.00

                                    veal cutlet with fiore di latte mozzarella, fresh tomato sauce grated parmesan cheese

                                    • Vitello Milanese$25.00

                                      breaded veal cutlet, tomato, baby arugola salad, roasted sherry shallots vinaigrette

                                      • Vitello Boscaiolo$28.00

                                        veal scaloppini, exotic wild mushroom, red wine, white truffle oil, thyme

                                        • Vitello Pantelleria$26.00

                                          veal scaloppini, sicilian caper berries, artichokes, white wine sauce

                                          • Bistecca Florentina$45.00

                                            grilled marinated aged t-bone steak, brushed with mint leaves, olive oil, garlic

                                            • Agnello Grigliato$52.00

                                              Organic! Grilled rack of lamb, roasted garlic, fresh herbs, classic garnish

                                              Antipasti

                                              • Caprese con Peperoni$12.00

                                                Imported buffalo mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, roasted peppers

                                                • Carpaccio di Manzo$14.00

                                                  Tenderloin of beef, arugola, hearts of palm, shaved Parmesan, white truffle oil

                                                  • Prosciutto di Parma$13.00

                                                    Prosciutto, sweet barlett pears, Gorgonzola dolce, spiced walnuts

                                                    • Broccoli di Rape$10.00

                                                      Sauteed broccoli rape, chilies, roasted garlic, olive oil

                                                      • Calamari Grigliati$13.00

                                                        Grilled Atlantic calamari, dusted with herbed breadcrumbs, field greens

                                                        • Vongole all Origanate$13.00

                                                          Baked littleneck clams, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon zest

                                                          • Gamberi Toscana$15.00

                                                            Broiled shrimp, cannellini beans, garlic, rosemary, tomato, olive oil

                                                            • Polipo Grigliato$14.00

                                                              Tenderized Mediterranean octopus, tomato, capers, arugula, red onions, lemon, olive oil

                                                              • Asparagi di Campo$12.00

                                                                Asparagus sauteed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh Pecorino Romano cheese

                                                                Ristotto

                                                                • Pescatore$26.00

                                                                  arborio rice, shrimp, calamari, diver scallops, lump crabmeat, shallots, prosecco, lobster broth

                                                                  • Tre Funghi$24.00

                                                                    arborio rice, imported wild mushroom, grated parmigiano cheese, grilled asparagus tips, white truffle oil

                                                                    Insalate

                                                                    • Verde Mista$9.00

                                                                      organic mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet roasted shallots vinaigrette

                                                                      • Tre Color$10.00

                                                                        arugula, endives, radicchio, sun dried tomato, lemon vinaigrette

                                                                        • Alla Cesare$11.00

                                                                          hearts of romaine, classic Caesar dressing, toasted croutons, parmesan

                                                                          • Bianca$12.00

                                                                            endives, artichokes, hearts of palm, white mushrooms, shaved parmesan, champagne vinaigrette

                                                                            Last updated: February 2, 2022

                                                                            What 1,520 people are saying

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

                                                                            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
                                                                            • 4.7Food
                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                            • 4.5Ambience
                                                                            • 4.4Value

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                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Cellini, a beloved Midtown gem, offers "excellent food and service," with a welcoming atmosphere and diverse menu that appeals to all tastes. Known for its "consistent quality" and "charming" ambiance, Cellini is perfect for both intimate dinners and large gatherings. Standout dishes include the Dover sole and lobster ravioli.

                                                                            1,520 Reviews

                                                                            1. Kirk

                                                                              New York City2 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Always great place for a lunch or dinner, the food never disappoints.

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                                                                            2. LisaP VIP

                                                                              New York City5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              We had a wonderful meal and great service. Cellini is a gem in a big city. We loved it.

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                                                                            3. Elias

                                                                              San Francisco74 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on March 7, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Really pleasant atmosphere with friendly service and good food. Location is close to everything and very convenient eatery.

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                                                                            4. Michael VIP

                                                                              Dallas14 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on March 3, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              I hadn’t been to Cellini in years and I regret that. The size of the restaurant is perfect—not too small, not too large. The food is phenomenal. I had Pasta Norma, which is a simple combination of penne pasta, buffalo mozzarella, eggplant and basil with tomato sauce, and it was amazing. I had a simple salad which was fresh and delicious. The service was perfect—watchful but not overbearing. I won’t wait too long before visiting again.

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                                                                            5. Deborah

                                                                              New York City4 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Amazing food, attentive service, authentic country Italian ambiance. Will definitely go there again!

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                                                                            6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              Indiana1 review

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great time for valentines day, servers were quick and attentive

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                                                                            7. Brooks VIP

                                                                              New York City12 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on February 5, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Always liked this place. A calm and peaceful place to have a business lunch with great food.

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                                                                            8. Susan

                                                                              New York City24 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on January 25, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              I had received a recommendation to try Cellini and in particular to try the Dover sole. It was delicious.

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                                                                            9. Heather VIP

                                                                              Minneapolis12 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              My hotel recommended this place to me and I’m glad they did. The pasta was fabulous and the service was great. I would recommend you try it. I plan to go back next time I’m in NYC.

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                                                                            10. l john

                                                                              New York City12 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              Dined on January 17, 2025

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Love Cellini. They have changed the menu deleting a few of my favorites such as lasagna. Not sure why .

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Cellini offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 751-1555.

                                                                            Cellini is rated 4.6 stars by 1520 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 17 times today

                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                            Google Map for Cellini

                                                                            65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Cross street
                                                                              Madison and Park Ave.
                                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                                              Midtown East
                                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                                              Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              Italian
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Business Casual
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
                                                                            • Public transit
                                                                              E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
                                                                            • Payment options
                                                                              AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Executive chef
                                                                              Dino Arpaia
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
                                                                            • Website
                                                                              http://www.cellinirestaurant.com/
                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                              (212) 751-1555
                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                              We can accommodate parties up to 10 - 200 people and have private areas available.
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