Gelso & Grand

Very cute and aesthetic restaurant in Little Italy. I don’t think anything was that crazy or different but the execution of everything was as good as it should be. The calamari was nice and crispy and the sauce was really delicious but deceptively spicy. The pasta was also cooked perfectly and the flavor was great. I would want to try different places to compare, but this restaurant was great. It also has a really cool speakeasy/ basement bar that looks like it would be a really fun time.

Wife and I went for lunch. Everything we tried was great. Our server was also great. Everything we ordered came out at a decent time and was hot. Would definitely go back to try the pizza as it looked delicious.

The food was very good and felt authentically Italian. The portion size for the truffle pasta could’ve been a bit bigger but it’s a minor complaint. We also had a crispy pepperoni pizza, which was really good and a New York cheesecake which was stellar. The aperol spritz we ordered were well mixed. I’d like to highlight that our server was incredibly friendly and charming.

Nestled at the iconic corner of Mulberry and Grand in NYC’s Little Italy, Gelso & Grand offers a vibrant blend of modern Italian fare and classic New York charm. From the moment you step in, the ambiance strikes a perfect balance between upscale and casual, with warm lighting, rustic decor, and a lively indoor-outdoor seating arrangement that invites both intimate dinners and group gatherings. The menu is a celebration of house-made pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Standouts include the braised lamb campanelle and campanelle alla vodka with chicken—both rich, flavorful, and beautifully plated. Their Brussels sprouts are a surprising hit, crispy and seasoned to perfection, while the tiramisu delivers a sweet, creamy finish that’s hard to beat. Service is consistently praised for being attentive and accommodating, especially for guests with dietary restrictions. The staff’s knowledge and care elevate the dining experience, making it feel personal and welcoming. Whether you're dining with family, on a date, or just grabbing a bite with friends, Gelso & Grand adapts effortlessly. Prices are reasonable for the quality, with most dishes under $30, and the cocktail menu adds a creative twist to traditional Italian flavors. The restaurant’s location on a pedestrian-friendly block adds to its charm, making it a great spot for people-watching and soaking in the neighborhood vibe. Overall, Gelso & Grand is a must-visit for anyone seeking delicious Italian cuisine in a festive, stylish setting. It’s no wonder it remains a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

I discovered this spot through InKind, and I’m glad I gave it a try, it did not disappoint. The spaghetti and meatballs were a standout dish, with perfectly cooked pasta and meatballs that were surprisingly tender and packed with flavor. I initially expected the dish to be a bit bland, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well seasoned and satisfying it was. The drinks were well crafted and balanced in flavor. Service was impressively fast, with staff who were attentive without being intrusive. To top it all off, the tiramisu was a delightful way to end the meal, with a rich, creamy texture and just the right amount of sweetness. The ambiance was comfortable and inviting, making it a great place to unwind. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and I’d definitely return to try more dishes.

The experience for me and my family was awesome. The “Meat and Cheese” platter was so good to start off as an appetizer. The pizza is so good with so many options to pick as. My personal favorite was the “Carbonara Pasta.” The egg yolk on it acted like a final touch to an Ice Cream with a cherry on top. Definitely you should come here if you stop by “Little Italy” 🇮🇹. They also have a nice chill out area downstairs. Go there while going to the bathroom.

We recently celebrated our friend’s birthday at Gelso & Grand, and it was such a lovely and unforgettable evening! Everything was absolutely delicious — from the wine to the pizza and the beautifully prepared dishes. The atmosphere was warm, charming, and authentically Italian. A special thank you to Jimmy, who went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed and cared for. He even saved the best parking spot for us right in front of the restaurant before we arrived — such a thoughtful and kind gesture! This place truly captures the spirit of Italy — delicious food, great wine, and heartfelt hospitality. Thank you so much, guys, for the attention, the care, and such an amazing experience. We’ll definitely be back!

We just had drinks here but would definitely come back for food seeing what was being produced by the kitchen. After checking into our hotel and getting some dim sum in China town we wanted to explore little Italy and find a decent bar. This place was perfect. The host was friendly and was more than happy for us to just have drinks. We sat at the bar and Kira properly looked after us. On our first afternoon / evening in NYC she was really happy to talk us through the drinks range (rally hood local beer selections) and regularly made sure we were OK. They have a good range of local city and NY state beers (when we travel we always want to have as much local products as possible). Kira also makes a brilliant Tom Collins. We spent a couple of hours here catching up and was the perfect way to start our holiday. Really recommend tourists to come here if they want to eat and drink in little Italy. The decor is clean modern and very tasteful. Downstairs has a speak easy vibes basement bar and it’s just a great place.

Came here for a birthday dinner for my friend, and I immediately left telling my bf that I wanted to come here for dinner sometime. The staff handled a group of 8 perfectly. We all had different entrees and drinks - all of which came out in a timely basis and were delicious. Drinks were well made. Ambiance is very "vibey" with the dimly lit restaurant and decor. It felt sexy but also can work for all types of dinners (work, family, etc). Bathroom is downstairs, and I'm not sure if there is a handicap accessible option. I had the pesto pasta with a side of meatballs. I LOVED the pesto pasta but probably could have skipped the meatballs. I believe we had tiramisu for dessert, and it was heavenly.

Ambiance- 10/10! High ceilings and enough space between seatings, nice decor to set the vibe! Food- Bruschetta was really tasty! Pasta was served al dente with an amazing vodka sauce. The pizza was thin crust, cheese heavy though I wanted to taste more of the diavolo sauce, also very tasty! They let us substitute veggies for the shrimp. Needed extra spice for both of these spicier labeled items. The tiramisu was perfect- love when there's an equal ratio of soaked butterfingers to the cream! Service- waiter left midway without telling us so we didn't know who to ask for to continue the rest of the meal/pay! But we eventually just stopped someone and asked them to help us. Cute date night spot!

Terrific modern Italian in a beautiful older space with really great service 5 star food: every pasta based dish I have ever tried here has been outstanding. It's one of the few places where you almost can't go wrong food wise 5 star service: the staffers are friendly and funny. The vibe is a warm "welcome to my home" feeling 5 star ambience: it's old New York elegance outside and swanky modern comforts inside.

Ive walked past this restaurant so many times and finally was able to get the chance to sit down to eat. The restaurant itself is very cozy and dimly lit. Be warned the tables are very close to each other. I had very high expectations of this place which was probably my own fault but it was not too bad. I had the crispy octopus, bone marrow bruschetta, inferno pizza, vongole, and ceviche. The octopus and ceviche were both sour dishes so having them together was a bit overwhelming. The inferno pizza is also very spicy, be warned. The best dish was probably the vongole and the octopus. The restaurant is worth a try for its ambiance.

Came as a group of 5 on a Sunday afternoon. We ordered: Apps: grilled octopus & calamari Pizza: inferno Pasta: pistachio pesto, lamb, and vodka The breading was crumbing off the calamari, and the vodka pasta was pretty underwhelming. Octopus was solid, inferno pizza actually had a kick to it, and the pistachio pesto was the favorite as the lemon in it made it bright and light. This place has been on my list of restaurants to check out & the food was good for the most part but there wasn't anything to rave about. While our host was really sweet, our server gave us the vibe that she didn't want to be there. She wasn't friendly at all, not even a hi just came straight to ask what kind of water we wanted and if we were ready to order. When the check came, an automatic 20% gratuity was added. Their website says groups of 6 or more would get the automatic gratuity & we had 5 people. I asked whether or not it was 6 and our server just straight face deadpan said "it's 5 too." The difference in gratuity is only a few dollars but I personally feel like whatever is on the website should be honored. Bill came out to $190, which isn't terrible at $38 a person... but for the underwhelming experience we wouldn't come back.

We stopped in here for drinks after walking around Chinatown and Little Italy in NYC. We sat at the bar and watched the bartenders work their magic. Amazing. The dining area was packed with patrons ordering great looking dishes and wood fired brick oven pizzas. The setting is upscale casual with high ceilings and exposed brick and large windows. We were treated well and felt relaxed and welcomed. Their set list was great! The restrooms are clean and there is a photo both downstairs that is working.

Gelso and grand is one of my fave tried and true Italian spots! I've been coming for years now and the quality stays consistent and fabulous!! Service is sometimes a hit or miss in my opinion, however the food and ambiance makes up for it! My personal faves are the kale Caesar salad, ANY of their pizzas, pesto pasta, calamari, however none of their dishes fail to impress! I tried a couple new pastas last night - the truffle and the vodka pastas, and they were off the charts!! Plus points for clean and multiple bathrooms, and super spacious venue!!

Overall, Gelso & Grand pretty good. I wouldn't say anything blew me away, especially for being in NYC's Little Italy, but it was still a cute spot (really liked the industrial rustic interior) and satisfied my itch for pasta. The meatballs were a good size but both the meat and the sauce weren't super flavorful. Even a little more salt would've been better! I ordered the pistachio pesto pasta with shrimp and was happy with it. I wasn't a fan of spaghetti as a noodle choice for this dish but the pesto was a hit. It had the "chunkier" but oily consistency that I prefer (not soupy or creamy) and there was a good amount of it for the portion size. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and had a nice grill/char flavor. I love cannolis but probably could've gone without these ones, as they were overwhelmed with cinnamon flavor. The service was good, nothing extraordinary one way or the other. As an out-of-state visitor to the city, I probably wouldn't seek this restaurant out again, but if I lived in the neighborhood I think it could be a solid Italian staple!

The food is good but nothing different than what you can find at a billion other Italian restaurants all over the city with MUCH better service. The appetizer came AFTER our main course, which has actually never happened to me...and there was no apology or anything like that. The waitress was not friendly & the service was below average, especially for this caliber of restaurant. The ambiance was good but nothing unusual either. The food was good, but I left disappointed and won't be back.

First five star experience of 2025. We made reservations a couple weeks in advance for a Thursday evening but it looked like they were able to squeeze in some walk-ins as we got there. It was cozy and good for both dates and family dinners, but it was quite loud. Service was very good as they had a pool of people assisting each table. We started with drinks (Honey Ginger) - very good. Then we had the calamari, which was delicious!! It includes fried artichoke hearts and green beans and comes with warm marinara which is clutch and spicy aioli. This is a must order to me. For our entrees we shared the truffle pacchieri and prosciutto pizza. Drool worthy. Would highly recommend both. This pasta was the best bite of my trip and the pizza was so fresh and delicious. This experience did not miss.

Omg, I went to Gelso & Grand and I have to say that I did have one of the most beautiful experiences in an Italian restaurant everything was so good. Service was beyond my expectations my server Danill was always making sure that everything was on point. The cocktails were also amazing. But the Chicken Parmesan oh god. Delicious Highly recommend this place.

Really enjoyed our Sunday dinner! We started with the Italian Margarita, which was quite strong. The Crispy Octopus was breaded and actually so crispy! The Inferno pizza was so good and actually spicy... Really wasn't expecting the kick. The Truffle Pacchieri was was creamy and flavorful, but the truffle was nowhere to be found, tasted, nor smelled... The pasta was also a bit too thick for my taste. The Espresso Tiramisu was solid but not amazing. I don't quite like how close the tables are... but I guess it's a popular place so makes sense. Service was just okay.

Great cozy Christmas in New York vibes. And absolutely delicious food. Try any of the pizzas or apps and you will be delighted. Come try!

Was visiting NYC and had to get Italian. Found this highly rated place last year on Yelp and had to return when visiting this year. The place is a decent size with a reasonable amount of seating both indoors and out. We went for lunch on a Thursday and had no difficulty getting seated. The service was inattentive/mediocre at best. That was not my experience when I visited last year. Then, the service was great. The food was delicious (pics attached). We shared: - the crispy calamari with a marinara dipping sauce -- very good - shrimp fra diavolo pizza (shrimp, green olives, roasted red pepper sauce). Beware, very spicy, and I like some heat - fettuccine bolognese. Very good. Highly recommend Good place. Highly recommend

The service here was three stars, the cocktails were mediocre, but the food was dynamite, so five stars it is. First off, the host was super nice and accommodating and gave be a great table straddling the indoor/outdoor section. So I wasn't hot and in the sun, but I was cool and still getting to enjoy the breeze outside. Very bright and airy. She did this even though I didn't have a reservation on a Friday night. And to get the "meh" out of the way, I had a couple of different servers, both of which kinda ignored me for the most part, to the point I had to ask the busboy for another drink. They were nice when they were present, but they just weren't attentive. And I'm not some demanding jerk . . . but when I need a drink refill or the check, it would be nice if they were around at some point. First, the bruschetta was the best I've had in as long as I can remember. In so many places, the bread is limp, the tomatoes are bland, and the flavors are lacking. The bread here was crisp. It had stracciatella, basil, and balsamic. The flavors were savory and delicious. This bruschetta was SO good that when I had cruddy bruschetta at another venue the next day, I was almost MAD. I also had the campanile alla vodka, made with basil, parmigiana, and chili flakes. Flavorful and the perfect al dente texture. All of the pasta dishes here look amazing--fettuccine bolognese, pistachio pesto, braised lamb campanile, spaghetti pomodoro, cacio e Pepe, spaghetti puttanesca. All savory pastas with complex flavor profiles. I would try all of them! They also have salads (spicy kale caesar, charred wedge) and main dishes like Branzino, grilled hanger steak, chicken parm, chicken piccata, grilled bluefin tuna. Though in my opinion, you'd be selling yourself short to go with a meat dish over a pasta dish here. They have cocktails, but they were an afterthought, and I would have been better served by ordering wine. I have to stop ordering cocktails at Italian places. I'm a cocktail connoisseur, but I need to get it through my thick skull that Italian food is best accompanied by wine. The service wasn't amazing (aside from the very helpful hostess), but the food was great, and I would definitely come back.

First time visiting this restaurant. Everything was top notch. Great ambience, beautiful decor, friendly and professional service and very yummy food. Had a margherita for appetizer. Super simple and delicious. The Cacio e Pepe with grilled chicken was on point! Highly recommend!

Ordered takeout from here, and the food was prepared super quickly! I got the Brussel sprouts, broccolini, truffle honey bruschetta, and pistachio pesto pasta. The brussel sprouts were doused in honey and so so so good. Some of the best brussel sprouts I've ever had. Everything else was only okay though. The pesto pasta was fine, but not amazing. The flavour wasn't as rich as I had hoped, but the noodles were well-cooked. The pistachio flavour didn't stand out much either. Same goes for the broccolini - it was fine, but not outstanding. I thought I would like the bruschetta a lot more than I did, as I personally didn't think there was enough honey on it. Overall, fine place for Italian food, but perhaps I didn't choose the right menu items.

Gelso & Grand had good reviews so I decided to check it out. As soon as I entered, I could tell that the ambiance was very romantic. Lights were dimmed and decor was very nice. I went around 8pm and there were plenty of tables available, but the 2 person table was a bit small for the size of the menu and it was very close to the other table. We ordered the spicy Inferno pizza which was delicious. They did not have the frozen peachy frose, so we ordered the rose sangria and forbidden fruit sangria which were good and not too sweet. Staff was very attentive, always refilling waters and checking in if we needed anything. I would definitely come back to try out more options from the menu.

Third or fourth time here and this place does not disappoint. We decided to grab lunch during the festival of San Gennaro and this place was packed as usual. We got seated pretty quickly and ordered a bunch of appetizers to start. For the main I went with my favorite pasta the Pistachio Pesto and a new menu offering the Hanger Steak. Both were cooked to perfection and came out not too long after we were done witn the appetizers. Service was friendly fast and efficient. 10/10 can't recommend this place more

Every time I pass through Little Italy and pass by place, I've always wanted to step inside and grab a bite. The interior is charming with rustic decor, and the staff are really friendly. For starters, we tried the meatballs and crispy octopus, both of which were delicious. The complimentary bread was also really good. For my main dish, I had to go with a house made pasta, so so I went with the campanelle alla vodka, which was perfectly flavorful and just the right portion size. It didn't feel too heavy like some alla vodka dishes can be. Campanelle might now be one of my favorite pastas. My mom had the brunch smoked salmon pizza. The pizza dough was perfectly crispy and delicious. The only minor issue was that our waitress seemed to vanish for about 10 minutes at a time, which meant we had to flag her down often. It wasn't too busy, so it was a bit puzzling why there were delays in taking our orders. However, aside from that, we had a wonderful time and I would definitely return!

Where do I begin? The staff is probably the nicest I've encountered in NYC! I love the ambiance of the restaurant. It's bright and lively and a place that you just want to hang out in. If the weather is nice, they do have some outdoor seating available. The food. . .WOW! I had the quattro formaggi pizza and it was phenomenal! They use blue cheese as one of the cheeses, which definitely stands out. Then, they combine it with sliced dates, a slight drizzle of honey, and a hint of red pepper flakes to create an unforgettable experience. I can attest that cold leftovers of this pizza are also delicious for breakfast! I will definitely be back on future trips!

Great Italian spot on a street of many good restaurants. The portion size is kind of small, but was perfect for a light pasta lunch (which is almost something I never say when referring to pasta). Get their Sangria, it's very good and refreshing. We walked in and they sat us immediately outside, which was amazing for a nice spring day.

This is there $30 chicken parm what an absolute joke. $30 for a half assed breaded chicken cutlet that took over 30 min (no, that's not a "delivery" time......I ordered this at the bar to go; and the place was basically empty, I see why now). I opted out of the spaghetti they would have piled on underneath it and was somehow the same price. Did they run out of cheese and sauce and then forget how to use an oven? Also, no matter what I do to post my actual picture of the laughably unacceptable food I actually received, yelp keeps putting their fake picture 1st (I deleted their picture because yelp also only wanted to try and upload that, so check out their website and what they market the food as vs what I actually received)

First meal in little Italy. We hit the jackpot and am coming back . Everything was excellent

We went here with a couple friends and we were happy with the food, service and overall experience at Gelso and Grand. We went in around 7:30pm on a weekday and it was fairly busy but we got seated quickly without a reservation. I ordered a phony Negroni (it was great to see mocktails on the menu) and my husband has a glass of Sangiovese which we both enjoyed. I ordered the pistachio pesto pasta with a side of brussel sprouts and loved both! The pasta was so flavorful and had plenty of sauce. My husband ordered the hangar steak with potatoes and carrots and he really liked his order too. We would definitely come back here as they had a fun and romantic vibe and delicious food!

After coming here with two of my friends and having a negative experience due to the service (kept ignoring us and had to physically flag down waitstaff who had an attitude), the manager reached out to apologize, which I greatly appreciated -- hence the 5 stars, because the quality of the food is amazing and everything we had was so so delicious. Recommend the Meatballs (which I got both times), the Side of Crispy Potatoes, and the Date Banana Bundino! Food: 1. Meatballs: super tender and flavorful; large size as well! 2. Crispy Potatoes: amazing; slightly lemony and the skin was crispy while the insides were soft. 3. Truffle Pacchieri: creamy and delicious with a very truffle-y sauce. The mini meatballs were juicy and the burrata was stretchy. Everything combined had a unique and fun texture. 4. Date Banana Bundino: the waiter recommended this for dessert, and this was AMAZING! The dates were okay, but the cake itself was crusty on top and full of banana, so it was very moist and not too sweet. Drinks: 1. Espresso Martini: smooth and strong! 2. Peachy Frose: tart, smooth, and overall delightful. You can't taste the alcohol too much, which is great for someone who hates the taste of alcohol (me)

This place is really cute nice ambiance beautiful and inviting decor. It's placed in a corner street with outdoor/umbrella seating area. Bi level with restrooms in the bottom. Music or the 80's ppl walking around the streets. It was a beautiful day. Service was exceptional. Will be back

Loved the ambiance in here, the pasta and service was great! Would come here again for our next NYC trip.

{Overall: 2; Food: 2} Service: 4; Ambiance: 4 I do not recommend this restaurant at all. I'm surprised by all the great reviews. We tried several of the pastas and they were all overcooked and bland. The pistachio pesto pasta was probably the worst. The portion of noodles was so large and gluey, that we left most of it uneaten. We had chosen the restaurant for a client work lunch and were honestly embarrassed by the quality of the food. Won't be going back.

Gelso & Grand offers a delightful fusion of classic Italian-American cuisine with a modern twist, all in the heart of NYC's Little Italy. My wife and I recently dined here, and we were quite impressed with both the food and the atmosphere. We started with the Woodfire Prosciutto di Parma Pizza, which was a real treat. The crust was perfectly crispy, and the prosciutto was fresh and flavorful, reminding us of some of the best pizzas we've had during our travels in Italy. The service was average compared to the surrounding competition. My only suggestion is when you were doing the oven baked pizza with the prosciutto, cook the prosciutto in the oven with the pizza instead of separate.

Review is for the food. Great service. Very friendly host and waitress. Quality of the food seemed to have gone down a bit. The pastas were kinda doughy but maybe that's how it's supposed to be. It wasn't like that before. Had clam pasta and the clam were tough. Like it wasn't fresh from frozen. The calamari was pretty good. Will be trying other places for a while.

If you like Italian with a modern twist, this is hands down the best place to go in Little Italy! Everything G&G offers is delicious. Their pizzas are to die for and their pastas are perfectly al dente and seasoned to perfection. There are a great variety of vegetarian options, and lots of exciting ingredients to zest up traditional dishes, like pistachio in pesto, peppercinis and truffles on mushroom pizza, two types of Arancini balls--nothing is bland or dull. Also love their drinks, which are great for summer, their atmosphere has a rustic wooden setting with gorgeously decorated high ceilings. Hosts were friendly and service was very attentive. Highly recommend coming with a group and ordering a bunch of items to try!

Not bad. The homemade pastas were decent as was the kale salad but it's tough competition for pasta in NYC. I also found paying $12 for 4 pieces of small to medium shrimp highway robbery (esp since they were burnt and overcooked and not that good).

LOVE gelso and grand!!! highlight is the pesto pasta which is probably the best pesto pasta i have had outside of italy. another highlight is the pizza crust. brussel sprouts are nicely sweet and unique, and both arancinis are delicious. i would say the price is reasonable for this place. also always easy to get a reservation here! lunch vs dinner is a different vibe so choose carefully! lunch is quieter and more homey/bubbly chill, whereas dinner feels a lot louder and plays more club music. i have been here 3 times and have felt rushed by the wait staff twice. hated that, but the food was so good that i still have to give this 5 stars.

Yes yes yes on everything on the menu! I am from miami and I visited thanksgiving 2023 and had dreams about the bolognese pasta! Fast forward to December 2024 my best friends and I went back to NYC and this was a must! Had the same plate with different appetizers and wow. Heaven all over again!

Overall, had a high quality meal from Gelso and Grand. We had a Saturday night reservation and got seated within 5 minutes of arrival. The place was a bit loud, but it was to be expected on a Saturday night. We made sure to get seated as far from the bar as possible which helped. Truffle mushroom arancini and Brussels sprout appetizers were solid. Pistachio pesto was very flavorful but the spaghetti was more angel hair which I'm less fond of. Still it was very good. Broccoli rabe was too bitter for my taste. The bread was also sort of meh. Still, it worked to sop the pesto. Attentive server was appreciated as well. All in all, 4 out of 5 stars.

This is a must go!! I loved the ambiance and food here. They have a decent amount of seating inside and outside. The waitress was very quick and kind. My friend got the campanelle a la vodka and couldn't stop raving about how amazing it was - this dish is a must have!! I got the spicy kale Caesar salad with chicken and it was phenomenal, the chicken was perfectly flavored and the salad was mixed and chopped to perfection. Finally the tiramisu was the perfect finish to this perfect meal!

Three of us stopped in for an appetizer and drink before dinner. It was easy to sit at a table near the bar. All the windows/doors were open for a great breeze. Service was quick! The cucumber smash drink was perfect for the hot day. The cheese board was pretty and tasty, didn't feel like we missed having charcuterie on it. Would recommend for drinks and apps, can't speak to a sit down dinner.

Food was amazing, service was great. Thanks for making my 30th birthday special! Will def be back here soon.

Good place for cocktails on Mulberry Street before hitting any of the old school spots for dinner in Little Italy.

I can't believe I'm doing this. I've had two downright awful, back-to-back experiences at Gelso, and sadly, I will not be returning. Let's start with the food quality. I don't know if they hired new chefs but what was once delicious is now mediocre at best. The portion sizes have also been halved. Unfortunately, the prices did not follow suit. What was the final nail in the coffin for me was last night's experience. We had reservations for 9:45pm. Our reservations were nowhere to be found. The hostess rudely just said the name wasn't in her system. I pulled up Resy on my phone and showed her our reservation for a table for two, inside. 5 minutes later, we were brought to a table for two, outside. It was 55 degrees and raining. My reservation was for a table indoors so I told (and showed) the hostess the reservation again. Even though other tables were available, she said the only option was a high-top bar table. The most uncomfortable table I think I've ever sat at. Also, you're sharing the table with strangers. Awful. The food last night was not the typical Gelso quality. I'm so sad that this once incredible restaurant has gone so far downhill. Time to find another Italian spot in Little Italy...

Lively restaurant with communal tables in the bar area. Great place to meet with friends or a Casual date. Good Italian wine selection and fun cocktails with an Italian spin. We shred the spaghetti pomodoro and the chicken Parmesan. The sauce on the pasta and chicken was just the right amount of tanginess But the portion of pasta was quite small. The chicken Parmesan was pounded thin, crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. I highly recommend both options. The wine and food prices were reasonable too. Our server was prompt and came back to check on us to be sure everything was to our liking. If you are hungry I recommend sharing an appetizer and then order dinners.

overpriced and just okay. i ordered the bolognese and felt like i was just eating normal bolognese (like all the take out bolognese i've had tastes like this bolognese). it was definitely lighter, but not that much better flavor-wise. the arancini was fun it was probably my favorite part of the meal but also nothing too spectacular. i loved the lighting tho and the bathroom was fun. would not go again but glad i got to experience it.

Love this place! The service quality is excellent, the vibes are comfy, and the food is truly amazing. I'm making sure to record these outstanding cuisines so that I can re-experience them all on my next visit. Crispy Calamari: Not your ordinary dish! It's perfectly fried, devoid of any oily feeling. Plus, they've added some artichoke & haricot vert to create a harmonious balance. (Make a wish here - throw in more vegies, they match so well!) Prosciutto Pizza & Pistachio Pesto Pasta: Both were good choices. Their pizzas and pastas are consistently great. Truffle Pacchieri: Prepare to be wowed! The truffle flavor is incredibly rich--I could practically smell it wafting from the kitchen. Also it is so dense and creamy - you'll love its texture. Speakeasy-Like Bar Area: Hidden in the basement, it's a gem waiting to be explored. Perfect for chilling with friends. My mouth waters just reminiscing about it!

We came here for a late dinner and loved the place! The food was delicious, the ambiance warm, romantic, and fun. We loved Jessica, our server, who was friendly, helpful, quick and got us desert last minute. We will be back!

Went here for dinner the other day and it was amazing! I had such a great time, the pizza! My gosh, soooo good! We ordered the pepperoni and it was perfect. It was moody in there and just the exact vibe we needed. We had a newer server and he was so sweet and attentive, I wish I remembered his name. Will def be back

Great food!! The pasta is really lovely. We tried the mushroom pizza and we loved it. Nice service by the way.

Ordered: Crispy Calamari (~$21): haricot vert, artichoke, lemon, harissa aioli, marinara Truffle Mushroom Pizza (~$25): fresh mozzarella, truffled crème fraîche, roasted mushrooms Truffled Honey Bruschetta (~$13): with goat cheese, sea salt, hazelnuts Bone Marrow Bruschetta (~$16): with gremolata and pickled red onions Pistachio Pesto (~$24): with toasted pistachio, fresh basil, and parmigiano Cacio e Pepe (~$20): with crushed black pepper, grana padano, pecorino Aya's take: Gelso & Grand is an elevated rustic restaurant serving some great classic and unique Italian dishes. We had a reservation for 6 people on a Sunday evening which they had openings for online at short notice. To start, the Truffle Mushroom Pizza was delicious; cheesy, rich, and the right amount of truffle flavor in every bite. Both Bruschettas were good; I'd favor the Bone Marrow one as it's more unique and I liked the savoriness of it along with the pickled red onions. I was super impressed with both the Pistachio Pesto and Cacio e Pepe. Even as leftovers, they hit the spot! Simple yet bursting with flavor and freshness. Prices are also incredibly reasonable for NYC standards. Gelso & Grand is worth a visit if you're in this historic part of town.

Homemade deliciously light pasta. What a treat!! The staff were amazingly accommodating and friendly. The manager went above and beyond for us. Do NOT skip the cheesecake!