Casa Lever

Casa Lever is simply one of the absolute best Italian restaurants in New York City. Every time you go, it’s a sure thing. The ambiance is beautiful. The room, the lighting, the artwork, everything feels elegant and thoughtfully designed. It’s classic New York with a refined Italian sensibility that runs through every detail. The food is spectacular. You can tell they use the best ingredients and care deeply about quality, down to the smallest touches. Everything feels intentional and elevated. The service is equally exceptional. Antonio, the maître d’, is wonderful. He is friendly, accommodating, and genuinely welcoming. The entire team makes you feel taken care of without ever being overbearing. And the attention to detail really extends everywhere. The bathrooms are immaculate and always have an attendant, stocked with beautiful products from Santa Maria Novella and Diptyque. It’s a small thing, but it says a lot about the level of care they bring to the entire experience. As part of the Sant Ambroeus family, Casa Lever represents the very top tier of what they do. It’s a true New York staple and has been for years. In my opinion, it’s one of the best.. if not the best Italian restaurant in the city.

Casa Lever was a delightful dining experience on all fronts. Once inside, it is easy to see the careful attention that was paid to the architectural design and craftsmanship. An original artwork series by Damien Hirst was displayed the length of one wall in the restaurant completing the scene. The service was friendly, effusive and there when needed. Our food was equally excellent with a range of flavors all of which never seemed to get in each other’s way. I give Casa Lever my highest recommendation.

Came here for lunch and it’s honestly a great place. Big table with plenty of room, some half-private cabins. During lunchtime, there is jazz background music. The place is a bit noisy. The Caesar salad was made with fresh anchovies. And the cacio e pepe pasta was also really well made. The waiters and the staff are very friendly. There is a special room for hanging your coats in case you’re coming in on a cold day.

If I could give Casa Lever seven stars, I absolutely would. The service was truly impeccable from beginning to end. At one point when I stepped away to use the restroom, they even covered my food so it wouldn’t get cold—that level of attention to detail is rare. Every time I needed a napkin, a fresh one would appear presented on a small platter, which just shows how thoughtful and polished the service is. To top off the evening, what I believe was one of the managers brought us a digestif to finish the night, which was such a lovely touch. The entire experience felt elevated and genuinely special. The atmosphere is incredibly chic, elegant without feeling stuffy, and it really makes the whole night feel like an occasion. Casa Lever is absolutely worth the experience, and I cannot wait to go back again.

If you haven’t dined at Casa Lever, you’re missing out on one of Manhattan’s most inviting indulgences. My waiter, Leo, was flawless — attentive, charismatic, and genuinely made me feel seen. He recommended a Cosmopolitan after I’d started with a French 75. I’ve never liked a Cosmo… until Leo changed my mind. (And just so you know, the French 75 here is so remarkable I told him he owes it to himself to revisit it.) When Leo took a break, a sweet waitress stepped in — I can’t remember her name, but her warmth and care kept everything seamless. Then came the Spaghetti with Bottarga — a dish that embodied the sea and elegance in every bite. Bottarga is cured mullet or tuna roe, often called “the caviar of the Mediterranean,” and when grated fresh over pasta it gives a briny, umami-rich flavor with a whisper of ocean air.  Paired simply with olive oil, garlic, citrus zest, and a touch of pasta water to emulsify it all, the strands of spaghetti turned silky, luminous, and deeply savory.  With each forkful I felt the flavors deepen and linger — that bittersweet moment when you almost don’t want it to end. The vibe was just as memorable. I ended up vibing with three other guests at the restaurant, and the evening was so effortless and warm that I completely forgot all my plans. Between the cocktails, conversation, pasta that sings of the sea, and an atmosphere that welcomes you like an old friend, Casa Lever offers nights you won’t want to leave — and will dream about after.

Came here for a team outing with a group of 9 for their restaurant menu. The deal was $60 for appetizers, a main and a dessert. The food was good but portion sizes of our mains were pretty unimpressive. Desserts were larger than our mains which seemed silly as it was individually given. But overall still delicious. A good corporate spot

I like the catch of day dorado and the casa lever salad very much. Apple and cream dessert is a delight

I'd give it 6 stars if I could! Fantastic experience. Attentive staff, fun decor and, of course, delicious food. It was quite busy, but conversation was easy enough and service was impeccable. Our "go to" restaurant for a nice meal in NYC. Highly recommended!

In the warmer months, Casa Lever opens up its outside for drinks and light bites. They don't accept reservations, is walk in only and it does get crowded! We shared a bunch of the Stuzzichini (small bites) and drinks - a bit pricey on both ends, but fine if the company pays for it! Overall a solid spot for happy hour in the midtown area.

Walked in on Thursday night and was able to get a table for 2 in winter. We split the shaved artichokes and Parmesan as an appetizer and bolognese entree. The restaurant plated out both the app and pasta for us to split which was nice. Both were great. The appetizer was unlike anything I've had before. The bread basket and cookies were nice touches and service was great.

10/10. This is an elevated restaurant experience. Wonderful, personal service from check in through the bill. Food was delicious, drinks were top notch. Can't wait to come back.

I've been twice as a walk in and each time was treated like utter garbage. They're not happy to see you, they act like you're putting them out. They argue about a table. Sit at the bar? No. We have no tables. We're not open. Oh we do have a table but the kitchen isn't open. OK I'll wait. Just kidding we don't have a table. Oh but I see reservations open on the app. Oh. Well you'll have to wait. Ok fine. Just kidding the only table is outside in the cold. It's a joke. They're snobs. Terrible customer service.

Went to Casa Lever last night on a date. The Maitre De / Mgr was very professional and accommodated our request to sit inside. The waiter came over quickly, welcomed us and took our drink order. when the drinks came out he asked if we wanted to chat and enjoy the drink before ordering dinner (nice touch!). The food was amazing; the service was the best I have had in NY. Even the guy by the bathroom was impressive! The lady serving the bread was impressive! We really enjoyed the evening and were blown away by the food and service.

**This review is only for drinks** I met a friend for happy hour on a weekday evening and was surprised she was able to snag an outdoor table given the lovely weather (still almost 80 degrees!) and the crowd. At around 5p, it was quite busy and would likely be a challenge to get a table (again, not sure how she got one!). The drinks and wine list is curated (meaning: small but thoughtful), and I had a lovely Sancerre. The drinks aren't cheap but at least they come with bar snacks (olives and nuts). Service was fast and friendly.

This restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere to it. The bar is beautiful and has many different options. I have been here a few times just recently last night for a Birthday! As you can see from my pictures the food is absolutely delicious, presentation is wonderful and the service was great! The waiters took my food allergies seriously and came around to ask how we were doing. This is a wonderful place to come for any celebrations, dates or if you just want a very nice dinner out! I 100% recommend it.

One can say many things in favor of Casa Lever: great location, nice ambience, good drinks and wine selection, excellent and personable service, and good food. However, that location adds a premium to the price point and I would not recommend Casa Lever if value is what a person is seeking or to the casual tourist. This is a restaurant catering to the banking, legal, and financial crowd nearby, the power luncher and diner. I went there with a friend from college and we very much enjoyed the time and meal there. The drinks were made very well and to our liking. The caprese salad was fresh in every respect, truly delicious. The shrimp special over orzo was good, especially the preparation of the orzo, but power diners would not flinch over the presentation of only a few shrimp. The same goes for the Bolognese, veal sauce over fettuccine. The cooks are paying close attention to the cooking times to achieve the desired al dente. The grated cheese gave it the pop. The well appointed space, lighting and music, artwork, and precise place settings are among the details you will find at Casa Lever. Casa Lever is a place to unwind and enjoy good Italian food with excellent service. There are places up on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx that put Casa Lever in the rearview mirror at half the price with far greater authenticity, but they are up in the Bronx and real estate on this part of Park Avenue is many times greater than that authenticity on Arthur Avenue. In the end, that is what you are paying for at Casa Lever and the bankers and attorneys who power lunch and dine are able to expense or pay it without blinking and so should you if you dine here. Power lunch restaurants place a premium on the location near the offices and excellent unobtrusive service of food that is acceptable and appealing to the palate often focused on business and hosting of clients in an appropriate setting, but not necessarily on the food and certainly not on its value proposition. Three and a half stars.

After multiple recommendations, finally headed to Casa Lever for dinner. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and feels very deco. It's not overly packed and there is a combo of tables and booths. There's also a lovely bar that I definitely will be returning to. Cocktails were delicious and the prawns appetizer with the spicy sauce reduction was *chefs kiss*. Known for their pasta and red sauce, we ordered the Bolognese and the Dover sole with truffles was delicious (though the lovely, well-intentioned waiter who de-boned it did a sub-par job and I would have preferred to do it myself). Will definitely be returning!

For anyone worried about the demise of New York's central business districts, the survival of outdated pretension at Casa Lever clearly indicates that the office culture of East Midtown is well and alive. In the event you don't feel inclined to splurge on one of the $150+ items from their "white truffle menu," the house salads start at $30.

Came here for a happy hour and although it was way too crowded it was a great spot. Very good drinks, good service, good food. Would like to come here to eat at some point

Delicious and authentic Italian cuisine. The space is beautiful, elegant, unpretentious. The service was impeccable. We were a party of 9 so we ordered many different things off the menu and every dish was delicious. Molto buono!

We enjoyed one of the loveliest of evenings last night.... On a beautiful Friday evening we sat in the courtyard, which is set up in such a pleasing manner. The service was spot on pleasant and helpful. Each and every dish was creative and flavorful and the presentation was stunning. As we were dining we realized some live music had begun in the bar area, such a pleasant surprise. On our way out we peeked in to see the dining room which was beautiful. We may have found our new favourite restaurant. Molte grazie

The decor here is very modern chic. It was a packed casa when we arrived. They have specialty drinks -so do try them if you like cocktails. I had sword fish and it was average. The polenta with fungi was delicious ( sorry-- no pic). Gelatos were quite tasty- mocha was my favorite out of the selection I had. Service was exemplary and staff was ready whenever you needed anything.

My new favorite Italian in my hood, such a gorgeous bar with very friendly bartender Lorenzo, tasty food a specialty the minestrone

Absolutely phenomenal food, service, and setting. The hamachi crudo, prosciutto, carbonara, ossobucco, and gianduia were all incredible. The wine list was delicious as well. Can't wait to come back!

If I'm going to get right to the point, I was not impressed by the food. The caesar salad was nothing special or memorable, and although the risotto was filling, it was a little tart to the tongue. I will say that the wait-staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, and because of them, I enjoyed my meal.

Very "new yorker" restaurant with sophisticated and magical atmosphere: one fells like in a spaceship or futurist movie from the 60s. Service is spotelles and wine list superbe. We had Bellinis and a bottle of delicious Sardinian red. Those are, for me,the high points of the place, worth the price and other visits. Food was good, but not extraordinary and somehow a bit deceiving. I ordered for appetizer, a "crudo di pesce" , very delicate dish with olive oil and parsley, a bit bland but good. My main was a tradicional Vermicelli with Bottarga, one of my favorite dishes. I was really looking forward to that. Their version was tasty, well cooked but, with so little Bottarga, I felt disappointed. My husband had baccala with baby Yukon potatoes. Very well cooked and simply seasoned, much better choice than mine. No complains about the gelatti, best one, pistachio. The TIRAMISU is good, but there are better ones in NYC. Again,for me, it was special to see the work of Damien Hirst, the British artist, also a restauranteur ( Pharmacy in London) on the walls, his hypnotic dots and the beautiful butterflies.

The pasta was surprisingly yummy and not heavy - great service - nice ambiance. Not overpriced for what it offers

I don't normally like Midtown restaurant's but I will make an exception for Casa Lever. My gf had a sales meeting nearby and suggested that we have an early dinner. It was a warm evening and we took advantage of outdoor seating. Park Avenue was quieter than usual, but the scene was buzzing at Casa Lever. Casa Lever attracts a very hip crowd, it is not unusual to see high end media types, and A list celebrities dining there. The only celebrities that I'm interested in are my gf and the chef. Our meal was rather tasty. The Artichoke appetizer was very excellent, and the Carpaccio of Beef was equally good. We shared Veal Osso Buco, and it was tender and delicious. We had two types gelato for dessert, and both were yummy. We will return when the weather gets warmer.

This has become one of my TOP Favorite Italian Restaurants ever! The decor and design of the restaurant itself is so stylish and gorgeous inside it entices you. After entering you go down an artistic walkway and are greeted by the very friendly and accomodating Antonio.The pastas are homeade and incredibly delicious. The Veal Milanese & Veal Ossobucco are my favorites done perfectly. The drinks are incredible! Always CONSISTENT, STRONG & the presentaton just makes you want to drink more and more. Beautiful Bar, excellent attentative waiters, and their own Olive Oil with their large fresh bread selection and some fresh Parmigiano Reggiano is to die for! A meal in itself! Save room because the desserts are exceptional as well! You can't go wrong here! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!

This is one of my favorite places to eat! I love Casa Lever so much. They make the best cosmopolitan I've ever had. Every time I order one somewhere else, I always compare to Casa Lever's (no one ever compares). I love the food and the ambiance of this restaurant. It's truly one of New York's best kept secrets! I booked a flight yesterday to go to New York for a haircut. I'll be dining here after before I fly out.

The best power meal spot for business meetings! Have had many amazing meals here. V excited they opened breakfast service recently - a bit shocking their potatoes were too darn salty and poached egg was neither runny and way too sour with excess vinegar. Hope they get these right soon as it's my fav meal spot for hosting business meetings!

Are you an architectural junky and into great Italian food? Go to Casa Lever. This restaurant is located in Lever House, a glass curtain-wall structure that was a design revelation when built. You know all the glass box skyscrapers that you see everywhere? Most are modeled after this building. Pretty cool stuff. The restaurant design itself is a capsule of 1950's modern architecture. It is really cool, IMO. That said, the decor is 2013 modern, so it is not dusty, dumpy and run down. The 1950's modern and the 2013 are integrated perfectly. The restaurant seems to be entirely staffed by Italians. I seemed to get better service once I started barking out orders in Italian, but that is not to say the service was not good. I ordered the pasta bolognese. It was excellent. The portion size was perfect for dinner - not a stupid small plate and not a monstrous "family style" bucket of pasta. I joked earlier about yelling at people in Italian, but the service was actually very good. It is not super expensive, but it is definitely a place that you could impress clients or a date.

This was sub-par restaurant week. It was also weird when we sat down and I assumed it was the owner or GM bc he was wearing a suit was asking us why we came in and how we had heard about it and was like interrogating us before even had our water glasses filled. It was an odd experience. Then the food was just MEH. Like I get that its's restaurant week but the food was nothing special. The bolognese was bland and most of the pasta dishes, except for 1, the pasta was definitely not made freshly. The only thing that I really enjoyed was the tiramisu, which wasn't even on the menu that night. The wine pairings were OK. Honestly, would not recommend or go back.

Stopped in for an early dinner, or very late lunch. They greeted us very effusively, and made us feel welcome.My wife asked the sommelier for a light red wine. He was spot on with hIs selection. I had the prosciutto as an app, and veal Milanese as a main. Veal was as good as I have ever has it, light, thin, not overly breaded. My wife has a artichoke salad and a pasta with wild mushrooms. Both were well prepared, and nicely plated. I do not do food photos, unless it is something I cooked at home. A bit pricey, but consider the location. Also I ordered an odd single malt whisky, which they had, however for the price, the pour was a bit light. Would I return, yes but maybe in a few months. We were early for dinner menu, but the maitre, offered to bring it, but we found adequate offerings on the lunch menu. The staff could not be more accommodating.

Over priced mediocre food for new york. Charges like they still have a michelin star but the service is subpar. Most of not all of the paintings have been taken down off the wall so you can't even justify the price via artwork.

It took me a while to find this place and even to figure out how to get in. Being from out of town, it was no simple task! Once inside I was amazed by the simply elegant, yet vibrantly adorned location. The artwork on the walls speaks for itself. This is a must see all on its own. The staff was very attentive despite the fact that I was alone and having lunch at the bar. Lunch was delicious! I had a salmon tartare, which was the best I have ever had. The lobster pasta was perfect as well. If you are in NYC make some time to visit this hidden gem!

A memorable experience. Casa Lever occupies one of the most beautiful rooms in Manhattan. Refined mid-century at its best. The menu is interesting without being pretentious. The attention to detail was exquisite. This is the kind of place where you bounce your choices off the waiter. Ours was knowledgeable and helpful but gave his advice with grace, not forcing his choices on us. We walked away feeling happy and lucky.

Bad odor all around, metaphorically speaking. Rude, robotic, incompetent staff. Very unwelcoming especially management. I do NOT recommend.

Quite the selection of wines. The menu has a variety of assortments for pescatarians. I really enjoyed my fish carpaccio as appetizer. The sea bass was a little thick for my taste but it was delicious nonetheless. The napoleon desert was messy but very good. The flavors can't go wrong and the rare wine was a lovely compliment to our meal. The decor is different, ocean vibes, submarine feeling. Overall I had a wonderful experience, can't complain.

One of my new go to favorites in Manhattan - great decor, great vibe, impeccable service from the moment we walked in to the final close-the-house thank you and goodbyes... Excellent wine list with wonderful breadth of regions and labels, with several standout vintages... and the food... Casa Lever is firing on all cylinders, and I can't wait to go back! Solid 4 stars, bordering on 5...

Went here for restaurant week. The options were just ok. Portions were just ok as well. The service and attention however was amazing. But I have to say I wasn't impressed. Maybe the portions are larger on the regular menu, but restaurant week menu and portions was a let down.

Yummy yummy yummy. Great attentive service and a beautiful decor plus a bunch of Warhol's. What else could a girl ask for?! An old faithful.

Amazing place, food and service. I highly recommend this restaurant. I ordered the roast beef as my main course. The waiter's recommendation of the wine to pair my dinner with was excellent.

It was ok. I feel like you're mostly paying for the service and the ambience because the food was mediocre. Got the grilled cod and it was so rubbery and overdone we had to send it back....asked for it seared the next time and it still was overdone. The pasta was good but nothing outstanding. Only stand out was the dessert at the end and the attention from the waitstaff. Probably wouldn't return if I'm paying that much money

Wonderful dining experience-from when you first walk in Gracious hosts/ impeccable waiter / attentive servers Glorious food -a must on anyone's go to list

Definitely a place to live the experience of Italian cuisine, generous portions, friendly and helpful service are the elements that accompany a vintage atmosphere. Definitivamente un lugar para vivir la experiencia de la cocina Italiana, porciones generosas, un servicio amable y servicial son los elementos que acompañan una atmosfera vintage.

Casa Lever is among the best restaurants I have been to in NYC, and there are not a lot of places on my "amazing" list. Granted, the location is not ideal - who likes midtown??? - but the food more than makes up for it. The decor is also very unique: you enter through what feels like a tunnel into the interior of a modern version of the Starship Enterprise, and pop out into a pop-art mecca of Warhols, retro booths, and red tables. We called in advance to get a booth, which I recommend - you get privacy, space, and I felt like I was in my own mini-restaurant. The service was impeccable, from cocktails through dessert. The food was amazing. We started with a salad of artichokes, parmesan, & arugula, as well as an order of Polipo (roasted octopus, cannellini beans, and romanesco). My date declared that the octopus was "the best he'd ever had," and this man is a seafood-aholic. I had the canneloni with vegetables - the pasta is hand made, and you can taste it. My date got the 28 oz steak, which was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and delicious. For dessert (OH YES WE DID) we shared the flourless dark chocolate cake with vanilla gelato and a vanilla lemon semifreddo. It sounds like people tend to "lunch" here over quickie business meetings, but I recommend using this restaurant to appreciate what it's really here for: lounging over a serious glass of smoky scotch, eating slowly, and savoring the experience.

Classy establishment. I was lucky enough to get into a Yelp event at Casa Lever and try their new Seasonal Menu. I was blown away by the food. I can't stop raving about the Beef Carpaccio and the 36-month aged parm cheese it was paired along with. The chef introduced himself to our table and the staff was so friendly and attentive. Casa Lever is trying to cater to a younger hipper crowd, and I think that by offering their $39 pre-fix menu they will definitely draw some people in. I would also suggest perhaps offering some type of brunch deal or happy hour ? I can almost guarantee an unlimited type of brunch deal that includes mimosas or some type of specialty drink will draw the younger crowd in. Although everyone should keep in mind this is a classy place, therefore dress proper and behave yourselves. What was supposed to be a 2 hour dinner turned to almost 4 hours. We were having such a great time and the wine kept flowing. I'll definitely come back here for the pre-fix and hopefully they can work on those other specials and get the word out! Thank you Cafe Lever for allowing us the opportunity to have such a great experience. Your staff rocks!

The decor and service were excellent! I love the new pre fixe menu at only $39 for three courses (we received complimentary caviar toasts). Some of the dishes were executed better than others, but I thoroughly enjoyed everything from the bread with olive oil to the beet salad (beets were perfectly softened and complimented with a goat cheese foam) to the salmon with asparagus and white asparagus puree poured table side, to the profiteroles for dessert. Don't forget to go to the bathrooms where an attendant waits on you and serves mint and gum. Another reason why the service is exceptional. As mentioned some of the other dishes ordered were not reviewed as well (such as the pasta and risotto) but others were a huge hit (the chicken). Also check out the Andy Warhol paintings on the wall and pretend like you are on an episode of Mad Men!

Loved this place!!! Came here on a whim after seeing it from the street. We were pleasantly surprised by the delicious cocktails and beautiful wine menu. The food was to die for. The servings were absolutely perfect, I didn't need to be rolled out of there, but I also didn't leave hungry. The deserts were amazing as well. The esspresso was fresh and very good. 10/10 in my book. Oh and to add exceptional service!

There was no way I could turn down a sampling of Casa Lever's menu when Ruggy emailed me last second Saturday morning. First off, the ambience is simply stunning here. Grand opulent chandeliers, a huge dining space with original Andy Warhol prints adorning the walls. We were discussing what would motivate a younger hipper crowd to come in for dining on weekends in a large corporate area and thought it would make a great hall for dancing. Though, not something Casa Lever is really focused on. They are focused on their fine wine selection and cooking you a great meal. For which, you can get a three-course prix fixe on the weekends for only $39. Not bad for such a ritzy place. We were warmly greeted at the door with our options of trying a prosecco, white, rose, or red wine. Their wine list is a bit pricey. But its also pretty impressive. For our dining experience we were started off with an amuse bouche of a lightly buttered crouton brioche with black caviar. It was both buttery and salty but incredibly smooth caviar. For my appetizer I had the beef carpaccio with mustarda di cremona (an Italian syrup of candied fruit and the oil of mustard), mushrooms, and 36-year aged parmigiano reggiano. First off - there were no mushrooms. But that's okay because mushrooms and raw beef together doesn't sound appealing. This was clearly the best dish I had of the night. The aged parmigiano was out of this world, mind numbingly delicious and perfectly paired with thinly shaved red beef with that smooth red wine. My main course and desert unfortunately I wasn't as impressed with. The risotto was delicious tasting: acquerello carnaroli aged rice, artichoke purée, smoked eel. It was creamy and rich and decadent. The smoked eel was something I had never had before but was an interesting savory twist. Though, I even asked someone else that had ordered the risotto if something tasted off and he agreed. The rice was slightly chewy and tasted as if it had been sitting too long or was re-heated. Also, usually you find risotto in an indented dish or bowl and not on a big wide plate. I can't imagine it wasn't cooked from fresh since the restaurant knew 20 people were coming in to try items from their weekend menu. Though, I did enjoy the garlic crisp chips resting in the middle of the risotto and understand it is a hard dish to master perfectly. Other peoples' dishes though looked and I'm sure tasted beautiful though: the scottish salmon nestled in a bath of white asparagus puree, the cappellacci covered with liquid mozzarella, roasted green circle chicken. For desert I went with the tiramisu: mascarpone, savoiardi, espresso. It wasn't a traditional tiramisu. Insert extreme disappointment. Tiramisu is my favorite desert EVER. But this time around everyone else's desert looked infinitely better. This was more of a mock on the tiramisu with turning it into a mascarpone mousse with a twirl espresso crunchy cracker resting on the top of the glass. The 10 year port desert wine I had to go with everything though was sinful. Go with the profiteroles, their cheesecake, ice cream, gelati, or even their cheese dish platter. But skip this one. I have to say though that the staff was simply amazing and really accommodating. They were around to explain every dish and wine, answer questions, my glass was constantly refilled. Despite a few flaws, definite major props to Chef Alessandro and thank you Yelp for such a wonderful culinary experience.

Exquisite ambiance and taste. We went during 2/2019 Restaurant Week and place has artsy swanky vibe w the andy Warhol paintings on the walls. Food was flavorful w appropriate portions. The service was stellar from the front desk to waiters. A very memorable experience. We had the baby squid and passera clementine for appetizer. The pollo and risotto for entree and the tiramisu for dessert. All were outstanding. The tiramisu was very memorable as well-- uniquely done

One of the best restaurants in Ny. Wonderful place, like a museum art. in the dinner there's a specially atmosphere. High kitchen plates and presented in amazing ways. The sommelier has a excellent knowledge of wine and mores. Maybe the prices are a little Bit expensive, but you can't forget that you're eating in midtown, Manhattan.

Instagram took me to Casa Lever. Hashtags are often pretentious or just made wrong, but every now and then, they expand your horizon, or bring you to new places. The latter was the case for my visit to Casa Lever. They liked one of my pictures on Instagram, and I checked them out. The great things about Casa Lever are the fantastic staff providing excellent service, the design and decorations of the restaurant and the wine list. In that order. Unfortunately, I did not find the food neither very interesting nor very tasteful. It was good, delightfully presented and the portions were generous, but I had expected it to be more exciting. Especially at that price level. However; if you are a fan of traditional upscale Italian, I am sure you will love it here.

BEST. SERVICE. EVER. :) My friends and I went here for a birthday dinner during restaurant week & made reservations for 6. Unfortunately, the birthday girl was running late & we could not order until 45 minutes later. The waiters were extremely understanding and assured us that it was fine. They even gave us samples of their risotto (which was really good) & when our friend arrived, they surprised her with a special birthday treat on her dessert. Super sweet of them considering the inconvenience we caused! As for the food, I ordered the caprese salad, strip steak, and tiramisu. They were all delicious.

The restaurant is beautiful inside! We were a party of eight and the service was great! Enjoyed our visit to Casa Lever

Excellent food from purveyors to the preparation and care. Best vitel tonnato I have had in years.