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Sistina, New York, NY

Sistina

4.7
4.7
1655 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
WE DON’T RESERVE SPECIFIC TABLES
WHICHEVER TABLE WE HAVE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL IS WHERE YOU WILL BE SEATED
WE DON’T HAVE HIGHCHAIRS OR BOOSTER SEATS & WE DON’T ALLOW STROLLERS INDOORS
WE DON’T PERMIT OUTSIDE ITEMS (liquor,flowers & cake)
PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE: LET US KNOW 1 DAY IN ADVANCE IF YOU DECREASE YOUR PARTY SIZE TO AVOID THE $150 PER PERSON CHARGE
Sistina restaurant, one of the most highly rated Italian restaurants in New York City, has been impressing its sophisticated clientele for over 40 years. Host/owner/chef Giuseppe Bruno, the Zagat Survey's "Host of the Year", is responsible for every aspect of his restaurant, from greeting his devoted patrons, to preparing special meals and dishes upon request.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel your reservation please let us know a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Failure to notify the restaurant will result in a $50 cancelation fee per person in the group.
DRESS CODE: We politely ask that you please avoid SHORTS & FLIP FLOPS.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-7660
  • Website
    http://sistinany.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Bruno
  • Private party facilities
    Sistina's Winter Garden is perfect for intimate gatherings, hosting up to 40 guests with a luxurious atmosphere, large windows, skylights, and exquisite art. Opt for a complete buyout for up to 80 guests, including the main dining room, garden room, and bar for an elevated dining experience.
  • Location
    24 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    Madison and Fifth Ave
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
  • Public transit
    the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Avethe 4,5 & 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Lobster Bisque Soup$65.00

    served with celery root puree

    • Baccala Tempura$35.00

      served with a creamy burrata

      • Sicilian Red Shrimp Carpaccio $50.00

        with mozzarella, lemon vinaigrette and Cerano chili

        • Blu Fin Tuna Crudo$40.00

          with capers, pineapple salad and red onions

          • Crispy Pan Fried Japanese Eel $35.00

            paired with curry and cucumber salad

            • Maine Lobster Salad$50.00

              with burrata, tomatoes and basil

              • Hamachi$30.00

                served with cold puttanesca sauce featuring tomatoes olives, arugula and capers

                • Zucchini Flowers$35.00

                  stuffed with ricotta cheese on a bed of tomato coulis

                  Pasta

                  • Linguine with Maine Lobster$75.00

                    tossed in a spicy tomato sauce

                    • Spaghetti al Nero di Seppia$42.00

                      squid ink spaghetti with squid ink, garlic and oil

                      • Paglia e Fieno (Straw & Hay Pasta)$65.00

                        with sea urchins, crab meat and winter black truffles

                        • Candele (Candle Pasta)$40.00

                          rock shrimps with bottarga, pistachio pesto and fresh basil.

                          • Linguini Nerano$40.00

                            with zucchini, zucchini flowers, basil and extra virgin olive oil

                            • Mushroom Ravioli $42.00

                              with sweet bell pepper puree

                              • Veal Tortelloni$45.00

                                with veal jus and black truffles

                                • Cocoa Fettuccine $55.00

                                  with wild Upstate NY venison ragu, chestnuts and blueberries

                                  The Seven Fishes

                                  Main Course

                                  • Wild Stripe Bass$65.00

                                    paired with sweet bell pepper puree and braised radicchio

                                    • Nantucket Bay Scallops$75.00

                                      served with cauliflower puree

                                      • Zuppa di Pesce$75.00

                                        in a delightful Cioppino (Italian Bouillabaisse) broth

                                        • Florida Red Snapper$65.00

                                          accompanied by a stew of clams and cannellini beans

                                          • Swordfish$65.00

                                            served with Brussel sprouts and butternut squash

                                            • Branzino al Sale$72.00

                                              presented with roasted winter vegetables

                                              Last updated: December 23, 2024

                                              What 1,655 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
                                              • 4.8Service
                                              • 4.7Ambience
                                              • 4.2Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              Review summary

                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                              Sistina offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "beautifully presented dishes." Known for its "creative and appealing" menu, the restaurant is a staple for fine Italian cuisine. Although prices can be high, the "atmosphere is beautiful" and the wine list is expansive. A must-visit for special occasions.

                                              1,655 Reviews

                                              1. laura

                                                VIP

                                                Greater Boston

                                                17 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                17 reviews

                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Waiters were awesome. Food was great. The special zucchini pasta was terrific.

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                                              2. trent

                                                Nashville

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                The Food and Service was second to none!! We will indeed return and bring family and friends with us on our next adventure back to NYC!!

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                                              3. debbie

                                                VIP

                                                New York City

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Excellent food and service Lovely environment We come here for special occasions and they never disappoint

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                                              4. Sally

                                                VIP

                                                Philadelphia

                                                63 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                63 reviews

                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Superb food and service in a beautiful space! Our favorite on Upper East Side!

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                                              5. Andrew

                                                VIP

                                                Naples

                                                16 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                16 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                As always, excellent. Bravo Giuseppe. All the food came as requested and delivered with style and grace.

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                                              6. Suzen

                                                Alabama

                                                7 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                7 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                I want to commend the overall experience regarding food and ambience, which easily deserves an A+. Moreover, I would like to give a special shoutout to Franco, our waiter. His attention to detail and friendly demeanor made our visit enjoyable. Franco's exceptional service is certainly worthy of an A+ Now the bad review. The receptionist named Allison. Sadly, throughout my last few visits, I have encountered her unpleasant demeanor. She has come across as rude and condescending. Very unpleasant.

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                                              7. Lynn

                                                VIP

                                                San Diego

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Wonderful on every level. I will go back again and again.

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                                              8. April Leyla

                                                New York City

                                                11 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                11 reviews

                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                As always impeccable service, greeted by everyone, no rushing, good food and wonderfully quiet dining. Decor is fun and elegant all at once. Expensive but worth it!

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                                              9. dr. gail

                                                New Mexico

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Our first time at Sistina and we will return again. The restaurant is extraordinarily beautiful and the noise levels are low. The wait staff and everyone e working ate extremely friendly and professional. The staff was patient and accommodating.The food was excellent.. Absolutely perfect and 5 Star.

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                                              10. Robert

                                                VIP

                                                Palm Springs

                                                10 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                10 reviews

                                                Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Fantastic food. Charming and knowledgeable service. Beautiful space. We loved it.

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                                              FAQs

                                              Sistina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 861-7660.

                                              Sistina is rated 4.7 stars by 1655 OpenTable diners.

                                              Sistina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                              Make a reservation

                                              2 people
                                              8:30 PM
                                              Booked 13 times today

                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                              Google Map for Sistina

                                              24 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028

                                              Additional information

                                              • Cross street
                                                Madison and Fifth Ave
                                              • Neighborhood
                                                Upper East Side
                                              • Hours of operation
                                                Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                              • Price
                                                $31 to $50
                                              • Cuisines
                                                Italian
                                              • Dining style
                                                Fine Dining
                                              • Dress code
                                                Business Casual
                                              • Parking details
                                                The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
                                              • Public transit
                                                the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Avethe 4,5 & 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
                                              • Payment options
                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                              • Executive chef
                                                Giuseppe Bruno
                                              • Additional
                                                Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
                                              • Website
                                                http://sistinany.com/
                                              • Phone number
                                                (212) 861-7660
                                              • Private party facilities
                                                Sistina's Winter Garden is perfect for intimate gatherings, hosting up to 40 guests with a luxurious atmosphere, large windows, skylights, and exquisite art. Opt for a complete buyout for up to 80 guests, including the main dining room, garden room, and bar for an elevated dining experience.

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