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Il Postino, New York, NY

Il Postino

4.9
4.9
1099 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Il Postino sets the standard for authentic Italian cuisine. The superior quality of the food and relaxing atmosphere creates a memorable dining experience. Owners Luigi and Maria Russo have built a wonderful dining establishment unrivaled in the neighborhood .

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 688-0033
  • Website
    http://www.ilpostinony.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Luigi Russo
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available.
  • Location
    133 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    Between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Parking Garage I-PARK150 east 61st STREET( Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)(212) 308-8291.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Menu

Il Postino's menu was last updated 2022-05-21.

Crudo

  • Ostriche

    Blue Points Oysters

    • Tartara di Salmone

      Salmon Tartar "Il Postino"

      • Tartara di Tonno

        Tuna Tartar with Wrapped Smoked Salmon

        • Carpaccio di Polipo

          Octopus Carpaccio with Fennel, Baby Rucola Oil and Lemon

          • Carpaccio di Tonno, Cernia e Salmone

            Bluefin Tuna, Snapper and Salmon

            • Trio Vongole, Ostriche e Gamberoni Rossi

              Clams, Blue Point Oysters and Red Shrimp

              • Seppioline Olio e Limone

                Baby Cuttlefish, Oil and Lemon

                • Carpaccio di Salmone e Gamberoni

                  Alaska King Salmon and Red Shrimp Carpaccio

                  • Carpaccio di Branzino

                    Sea Bass with Cappers, Olives, Oil and Lemon

                    • Gamberoni e Burrata

                      Red "Gamba De Palomas" Shrimp and Burrata

                      • Salmone Marinato

                        Marinated Alaska King Salmon with Orange Sauce

                        Antipasti

                        • Misto Aromatico di Pesce

                          Selection of Baked Seafood, Aromatic Bread Crumbs

                          • Carciofi "Il Postino"

                            Artichokes with Baby Shrimp in a Lobster sauce

                            • Affettato Misto

                              Assorted Cured Meat

                              • Ostriche 'IL Postino"

                                Baked Oysters with Spinach, Bechamel and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                • Carpaccio di Manzo

                                  Beef Carpaccio with Baby Artichokes and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                  • Frittura Di Mare

                                    Mixed fried Calamari, Shrimp and Scallops

                                    • Zuppa del Giorno

                                      Soup Du Jour

                                      Paste

                                      All Pastas are Handmade Daily. We Offer Gluten Free and Whole Wheat Pastas

                                      • Agnolotti

                                        Filled with Ricotta, Cheese and Spinach

                                        • Spaghetti alla Chitarra

                                          Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and basil

                                          • Linguine alle Vongole

                                            Linguine with Fresh Clams, White or red Sauce

                                            • Risotto a Piacere

                                              P/A

                                              • Calamarata con Cozze e Calamari

                                                Calamari shaped Pasta with Mussel, Calamari and Saffron sauce

                                                • Pappardelle allo Scoglio

                                                  Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Calamari and scallops

                                                  • Farfalle Ulpia

                                                    Bow Tie Pasta with Pancetta, Mascarpone and Spinach

                                                    • Fettuccine Bolognese

                                                      Classic Italian Meat ragu

                                                      Pesce del Giorno

                                                      • Selection of Daily Fresh Catch

                                                        P/A

                                                        Polli

                                                        • Pollo Piemontese

                                                          Peppers, Mushrooms, Onions and Light Tomato Sauce

                                                          • Pollo Milano

                                                            Arugula and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                            • Pollo al Limone con Carciofi

                                                              Lemon Chicken with Artichokes

                                                              Carni

                                                              • Battuta di Vitello

                                                                Bone-in Veal Paillard

                                                                • Milanese di Vitello

                                                                  Veal Chop Milanese, Baby Arugola and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                                  • Costoletta di Vitello Grigliata

                                                                    Double Cut Grilled Veal Chop

                                                                    • Scottadito d'Agnello all'Agliodolce

                                                                      Lamb Chop with Sweet Garlic Sauce

                                                                      • Bistecca Raccomandata

                                                                        Grilled Sirloin Steak

                                                                        • Filetto di Manzo al Porto

                                                                          Filet Mignon with Port Wine Sauce

                                                                          Insalate

                                                                          • Cuore di Lattuga con Gorgonzola

                                                                            Hearts of baby lettuce with Gorgonzola Cheese

                                                                            • Indivia

                                                                              Sundried Tomatoes, Black Olives, Parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                              • Arugola e Pomodori

                                                                                Rucola and Cherry Tomatoes

                                                                                • Insalata Maria

                                                                                  Lettuce, Endive, Radicchio and Red Peppers

                                                                                  Last updated: May 21, 2022

                                                                                  What 1,099 people are saying

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

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                                  4.9
                                                                                  4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.9Food
                                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                                  • 4.9Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                  • Manhattan

                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Il Postino is a beloved Italian restaurant in NYC offering "exceptional food" and "amazing service." Guests praise its "wonderful ambiance" and "friendly, attentive staff." Regulars cherish its "classic, elegant" vibe and "delicious" Italian cuisine. Though slightly pricey, it's perfect for special occasions, promising a memorable dining experience every time.
                                                                                  1,099 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Joseph VIP

                                                                                    New York City55 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Excellent food and service. Been going for 40 years.

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                                                                                  2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    New York City1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Estuvo delicioso., platos muy bastos y excelente servicio

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                                                                                  3. Ilse E VIP

                                                                                    New York City1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on March 8, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Delicious food, very nice ambiance, excellent service!

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                                                                                  4. Larry

                                                                                    New York City59 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on March 3, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We had a wonderful meal and an excellent service in a true Italian food restaurant on Upper East Side, with a lovely staff. We will definitly go back.

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                                                                                  5. Richard VIP

                                                                                    New York City16 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Valentines Day dinner. The food was excellent, from the delicious , hard-crusted bread to the outstanding lobster salad app and Halibut, to the complimentary biscotti. Service also was excellent and courteous, considering the very busy, fully packed dining areas. Our original reservation was for 9:15, but Maria was positively gracious in accommodating my request for an earlier 8:00 seating. The bartender came over to greet us and invited us to have a seat while we waited. Overall, a warm environment and a superior experience.

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                                                                                  6. Paul VIP

                                                                                    New York City6 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Unparalleled dining experience. This place makes every single table feel special. Thank you, yet again, Il Positino. Our last visit was as memorable as our first, back in 2002!

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                                                                                  7. Ken VIP

                                                                                    New York City53 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We ate in the back dinning room, for Valentines Day. It was a warm, quiet, setting for a romantic dinner.

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                                                                                  8. Jim VIP

                                                                                    New York City12 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 11, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Il Postino is without question one of the best restaurants i have been to. The food is beyond amazing if that is possible. The service is impeccable and the ambiance is a so warm and welcoming but also elegant and world class.

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                                                                                  9. Mike VIP

                                                                                    New York City12 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 10, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Never disappoints, thank you Maria and Luigi and team Il Postino.

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                                                                                  10. brian VIP

                                                                                    New York City17 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on February 1, 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    First timers. We will be back. Excellent service, food and drinks. We sat in the bar. Not too loud. Just right for a Friday night.

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                                                                                  Il Postino is rated 4.9 stars by 1099 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                  Google Map for Il Postino

                                                                                  133 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065

                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                    Between Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue
                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                    Midtown East
                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Fine Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Smart Casual
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Public Parking Garage I-PARK150 east 61st STREET( Between Lexington Ave and 3rd Ave)(212) 308-8291.
                                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive chef
                                                                                    Luigi Russo
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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