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Cellini, New York, NY

Cellini

4.7
4.7
1497 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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

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 1,497 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
                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                            • 4.5Ambience
                                                                            • 4.4Value

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                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Cellini offers a warm, inviting dining experience with "wonderful service" and consistently "delicious food." Guests rave about the "great atmosphere" and "ample portions" that make it a perfect spot for both business lunches and intimate dinners. Regulars appreciate its "excellent value" and "friendly, attentive staff," ensuring memorable meals time after time.

                                                                            1,497 Reviews

                                                                            1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              San Francisco

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Fantastic experience. So accommodating. We have a party of 14 including 4 toddlers. Loved it all

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                                                                            2. Sheila

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              19 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              19 reviews

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Our waiter was rude and trying to rush us out since the restaurant was crowded. We called the owner over and he was quite cordial and reassured us that we didn’t have to rush and he would take our order when we were ready. Dino was charming and gave us great recommendations for our meal, which was excellent. The food was delicious and we will probably venture over to Cellini in the future again.

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                                                                            3. Scott

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              18 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              18 reviews

                                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Wonderful service with old New York feel. Great for lunch!

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                                                                            4. RON

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              13 reviews

                                                                              Dined on December 10, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Nice lunch - place was packed - the food is good thanks

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                                                                            5. Ritik

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              1.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 1
                                                                              2. Food 1
                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                              4. Ambience 1
                                                                              It was a tourist trap. The food was terrible and overpriced. Avoid this place!!!

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                                                                            6. John

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              absolutely amazing food service and ambience every time i go to cellini.

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                                                                            7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              Dined on December 3, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Restaurant is top quality. The food is superb & the service makes the whole dining experience to a delightful level. Thank you.

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                                                                            8. James

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              Lobster bisque was thin. The veal Marsala we ordered came back as lemon veal. The seafood risotto was very good. It is no longer worth the money. We are not going back.

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                                                                            9. John

                                                                              Las Vegas

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              I’ve been going to Cellini’s for 23 years. It’s perfect!

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                                                                            10. Sheryl

                                                                              VIP

                                                                              Phoenix

                                                                              182 reviews

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              182 reviews

                                                                              Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              We always enjoy Cellini when we are back in Manhattan.

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                                                                            FAQs

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

                                                                            Cellini is rated 4.7 stars by 1497 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 27 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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