Cecilia

New favorite restaurant. Food is insanely good. Vibes are even better. I want to keep going back just so I can try everything on the menu. 10/10 recommend the stuffed squid and ratatouille. Also has best burger in NYC. You gotta split the split - the banana split.

The hash browns are perhaps the best I’ve ever had. Creative and tasty. Also good beer selection. Enjoyed the chicken sandwich but the “Cajun gravy” was red(?) and a little bland so I’m doubting it’s authenticity 😅. A couple tweaks need to be made so it doesn’t feel like it’s a fleece like a tomato on the egg sandwich, larger portions on the sides. or just smaller plates!! Service was incredibly friendly and welcoming, would definitely try again :)

Love this spot, great vibe and excellent service! Highly recommend the chickpea fries, the grilled squid, and the chicken. Great drink menu too.

Food was decent - especially the pasta and wine! Atmosphere was good too. Location wise the spot is perfect, right in the heart of the east village. Only downside: they asked our group of 4 to leave after 80min which we thought was a bit rude.

Everything about my birthday dinner here was exceptional. Our table ordered a number of dishes all expertly prepared. The vinegar chicken, mackerel, and wedge salad were especially good. Our server Lily was great!

If you are going to eat anywhere on St Mark's East Village NYC, then you have to go to Cecilia. Russ has prepared a menu for all tastes, specially mine. The Chopped Liver was to die for (we ordered a second), it was even better than my Babushka's. The in house pickle cucumbers nearly as good as mine hahaha. Then there was the Leek Vinaigrette yum yum My wife doesnt normally let me order the burger, however as this was the first item written for the menu i gave it a go and the order with a medium rare request was perfect and delicious. Luckily we were all sharing so I stole a taste of my grandsons Challah French Toast. The wines and beer we had hit the spot and for those that don't drink, my daughter had the non-alcoholic beers and wine and loved them. Make sure to check it out. Oh yer, all the staff including the chef were great.

Great vibes great food! Incredible burger, vinegar chicken, wedge and banana split. Loved the chickpea fries and chopped liver as well.

leeks were overdressed, but the combination of flavors was nice butter accompanying the $6 bread was rock solid burger had way too may thousand island dressing on it, but was otherwise good. the fries accompanying it were excellent. chicken was okay but VERY greasy and VERY salty banana split tasted like it was made with ice cream from chuck e. cheese…. very artificial tasting. didn’t appreciate how quickly the server hurried away with my plate. i literally had just put the final bite of my main course in my mouth and—as i begin to chew it—the server asks if she can clear my plate. that is a very uncomfortable feeling. i don’t think it’s ever appropriate to rush a customer, but this was especially true since the restaurant was half empty and hours away from closing. it would require just a little additional thought to consider that that may feel invasive and gross. unfortunately most new restaurants in new york now focus on curating an aesthetic and marketing through social media/ the internet. the food and the service/ experience are secondary.

Situated on St. Marks Pl, Cecilia is tucked in a lively part of the city. Came here on a weekend evening and got seated right away, as we were the only table. Throughout the night, 2 more parties arrived, so the restaurant had plenty of space. After ordering, we waited ~20 minutes for the food to arrive. After ordering the Swordfish and Ratatouille, we saw the chef eating in back while cooking our meals. The ratatouille came with bread which was burnt and scratched our throats with the brunt taste. The ratatouille and swordfish dishes were also very oily & salty. The waitress was friendly, and they attached a postcard to the check which was neat.

Cute new spot in St. Marks! We came for weekend brunch and there were tables set up on the closed street. Food was pretty good, with a perfectly crispy chicken sandwich and house made tater tots. We'll be back for dinner and check out their back patio!

Incredible atmosphere here. Super nice staff and just an overall warm environment. Will definitely be back!

LOVE this new spot on St. Marks Pl. Amazing vibes- I always stop by when I am in the EV! Yum!!!!! And don't miss the brunch is SO DELICIOUS!

The setting is warm and welcoming and the staff is friendly. Unfortunately, the food is sub-par. We had to send back the green salad because it was so oversalted. The leeks vinaigrette was a mushy mess. The hake (at $38) was basic and passable. The final verdict: Nice place to have a drink before having dinner elsewhere.