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Orso - NYC, New York, NY

Orso - NYC

4.8
4.8
2285 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Opened in 1983 by Theatre District restaurateur Joe Allen, Orso serves regional Italian cuisine in a cozy, intimate setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 489-7212
  • Website
    http://www.orsorestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Victor Flores
  • Location
    322 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036-3801
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Cross street
    8th Avenue
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot located immediately west of Orso on 46th Street.
  • Public transit
    Orso is located approximately five blocks from the 42nd Street and Broadway subway stop (1,9,N,R and S lines) and approximately 2 blocks from the 44th Street and 8th Avenue subway stop (A,C and E lines).
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Menu

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What 2,285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Orso in NYC is a beloved pre-theater gem with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Regulars praise its "cozy atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a "must" for theatergoers. Though the menu is limited, it offers quality Italian dishes that consistently satisfy. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

2,285 Reviews

  1. michelle

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved my experience there just like I have over decades. The food was excellent, the  service, charming, the ambience, intimate and lovely. 

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  2. EDward

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This sister restaurant to Joe Allen falls short. Not very busy, poor service, odd menu...Stick with Joe Allens!

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  3. Ken

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food! The rigatoni was great. The cannellini beans were a perfect side for my wife and I to share.

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  4. Yvonne

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a quaint and charming spot in NYC! All staff were friendly and welcoming….from the coat check to waitstaff. We very much enjoyed our experience and would go back again!

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  5. Joe

    New York City

    100 reviews

    2.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The staff was actually quite pleasant. The problem began when I sat down awaiting my friend. It was quite cold. The staff diligently attempted to help warm the place up but the problem came and went over and over again. Apparently the staff, who was quite polite, doesn’t pour your wine and water. Something they pointed out earlier. The food was sub optimal. The oysters were recently frozen and my friends liver dish was inedible. This place has slipped dramatically over the years when I last attended. Again staff was polite, but this goes on my do not attend list.

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  6. Peter

    VIP

    New York City

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, fantastic food and service. And you can hear your tablemates speak normally

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  7. Deborah

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Orso! The shrimp risotto and the Caprese salad was excellent as well as the olive oil cake! Service was also top-notch.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The host was delightful, food delicious and the waiter was very attentive. What more could you ask for. A beloved restaurant that I have dined at for 30 years never disappoints.

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  9. Susan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always dine at Orso when we are in the city. Consistent, delicious and impeccable service!

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  10. ellie

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we all loved the restaurant and will certainly return!

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Orso - NYC is rated 4.8 stars by 2285 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Orso - NYC

322 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036-3801

Additional information

  • Cross street
    8th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot located immediately west of Orso on 46th Street.
  • Public transit
    Orso is located approximately five blocks from the 42nd Street and Broadway subway stop (1,9,N,R and S lines) and approximately 2 blocks from the 44th Street and 8th Avenue subway stop (A,C and E lines).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Victor Flores
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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