Il Gattopardo

This restaurant is beautiful, with a private and cozy atmosphere. The service was outstanding from start to finish—the staff, the presentation of the dishes, the wine recommendations, and the quality of the ingredients were all exceptional. The manager and our server were attentive, and the prices were reasonable. I had a fantastic time and was very satisfied. Although it was my first visit, as it’s near my friend’s workplace, I was surprised by how busy it gets at dinner time. If you’re going for the first time, I recommend arriving early. While waiting at the bar, I also noticed how well-crafted the cocktails were. Everything was excellent!

Simple, comfortable, understated elegance with really cool raffia chairs. Felt like a fancier version of our old family dinners in the basement at nonna's. Staff was all wonderful! Super polite and attentive. Our waitress was wonderful. It felt like talking to a friend who'd give you their honest opinion instead of someone trying to add to your bill. She spoke clearly and gave explanations of the dishes. While we were waiting for our dessert, she came by to say goodnight since her shift was over and ensured us her coworker would take care of us. We asked if we should pay before she left, but she said thank you that's not necessary since they are 'family and share all tips at the end of the day'! I am 100% convinced this is why absolutely everyone who works here is so amazingly polite and always smiling. Ok. So food.. We started with a mixed bread basket and olive oil for dipping and mini veal arancini. I have never been one to like arancinis or veal for that matter, but these were the perfect size and tasted amazing. For appetizers, we had the veal meatballs (again, not my choice but not an overpowering veal taste, so I was pleased) and the fried zucchini and smoked mozzarella. I ordered the couscous and seafood dish that was a bit heavy on the fishy taste and a bit too oily (my boyfriend agreed and he's not a picky eater). He went with the cannelloni with pork. AMAZING! Dessert was delizia del limone that he wasn't overly impressed with, two kinds of biscotti, and our usual double espressos. I was a little surprised by the lack of options on the food menu. Oh! And one of the drinks was pricier than some of the food.

We were bamboozled by the charming exterior, but do not be fooled. From the inside decor being more similar to a Midwest Ramada Inn conference room, to the odd service where you don’t have one waiter, but instead a ‘team’ of 8-10 different people waiting on you, but not the type of team you want, it’s more like the little league soccer team where no one knows what’s really going on, and it’s just very chaotic, to the food, that while not technically inedible, did nothing for the taste buds desires, especially at the price point, we continually thought we were being punked and someone was going to jump out with cameras and then take us to the actual delicious food our eyes had deceived us into believing existed based on the facade. Lesson Learned.. never judge a restaurant by its exterior.

So happy to have found a nice restaurant in our neighborhood! Everyone was really friendly and accommodating and the food was incredible.

We sat on the patio for lunch, and it was such a lovely experience. They put "grass" on the floor so it is as if you are in a park and the tables and rest of decor really makes it feel like such a romantic upscale picnic. The food was delicious, great presentation and a lovely selection of wine!

I had a fantastic experience at this restaurant 🙌 The food was absolutely delicious and the service was friendly and attentive. I ordered the ravioli which was cooked to perfection and had a rich and creamy sauce 😋 I highly recommend it to anyone who loves pasta. The starter was a caprese salad with fresh tomatoes, basil and cheese. The cheese was especially good, it was soft and creamy and melted in my mouth 🧀 And for dessert I had the sponge cake which was moist and fluffy and had a sweet and tangy lemon glaze 🍰 It was the perfect way to end a wonderful meal. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes from their menu 😍

Looking for last minute dinner location. No res so sat at a bar table. Food, drinks and recommendations from bartender and staff were top notch.

Like the Leopard on the Upper West Side, II Gattopardo, the sister restaurant in Midtown, serves up fantastic southern Italian cuisine. I was actually blown away by the company, food, wine, and service today. The experience all the way around was outstanding. If you are looking for Italian in Midtown, this is a go-to spot.

My daughter and I came here on our last night in NYC after a Mother/Daughter trip, it really wasn't our thought to eat here, so it was a total toss-up, and here we landed. I find it lucky! We didn't have a clue where to go and this place was so good, we really wanted some great Italian food and it didn't disappoint. The drinks were awesome, it was our last night in NYC, and the service was phenomenal! Not sure when I'll be back, but I would recommend eating here.

Awww, Il Gattopardo will forever hold a place in my heart as it was the site of my surprise birthday dinner with some of my favorite people. But enough about me. Here's why you should visit: - Complimentary arancini. And it's abundant and DELICIOUS. Free fried balls of gluten joy--what's not to love? - Parmigiana of zucchini with fior di latte: Because simple yet savory is what Italian food is all about. - Sardinian fregola: Unique and fungus-y - Artisanal spaghetti: A briney salt bomb in every bite mixed with the most al dante spaghetti you'll come across outside of Sardinia - Codfish in casseruola: Mmmm, tender and tomato-y. - Roasted rabbit leg: Gamey but well-cooked The only skip is the Grilled Octopus. It was really under-seasoned and bland. Also, they give free shortbread cookies and biscotti as a parting gift. Mmmm, more free gluten. And whatever you do, get the Lychee Basil Sake Martini, so you can be a predictable basic b*tch like me. It's all the flavors modern ladies love.

Hidden gem of an Italian restaurant in midtown. Very authentic - the staff are all Italian and it shows! Came for their Sunday brunch, all the options looked excellent but we settled on the spaghetti carbonara and the omelette which was recommended by our waiter. All the food was excellent but I have slight regrets about not choosing 2 spaghetti dishes, cause the texture of the pasta was amazing. Will have to come back again soon although my wallet may need some time to recover. The prices are a little high but you are getting a proper white tablecloth restaurant with professional staff.

We opted for the outdoor seating which meant, in this particular case, that our table was on the sidewalk with pedestrians (not that many) walking by within two feet of our table. Still charming. Still cozy. Our server, Leonardo, was accommodating and friendly. Wine was good, food was great and came out at the right time. The table-side de-boning of the branzino was done flawlessly and both the branzino (big branzino) and the halibut were great. The complimentary basket of bread (OK... two complimentary baskets of bread) had some amazing breads (3 or 4 different kinds). Not for nothing... the bathrooms were as clean and beautiful as restaurant bathrooms get.

Delicious brunch (whole branzino, and asparagus risotto), excellent service, lovely atmosphere and comfortable seating with space between tables. A duo playing live jazz too. We had a wonderful brunch here.

One of my favorite restaurants in Midtown East, and a consistent favorite throughout the years. The place is simply classic, the ambience and service always nice, the food is always delicious, and a pretty sure bet for a good evening on a date night or an evening to entertain. While their specialties are are definitely more towards gluten full, they have great gluten-free options as well, and very tasty ones at that. I've thoroughly enjoyed both the risotto and pastas, and their meat mains are divine. A little bit on the pricey side, but a fantastic place for an occasional treat. I got to try out their recent outdoor dining set up in my most recent visit (August) and thought the tent was quite nice, though I admit before the pandemic, sitting outdoors was much more romantic without the tent, and made you feel like you were temporarily transported to Europe. But it was nice and I would definitely do it again. Look forward to our next visit to my favorite big cat restaurant.

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 2.5/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 3.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Service would have been good but it was very slow and the waiter was way too pushy on the wine and dessert menus -- had to remind myself I wasn't at a flea market. Decent spot in a townhouse on 54th but the lights went out briefly more than once. Pasta was excellent, fish was good. Would still go back... but lets try to show some class next time...

Can't say enough good things about this place. It feels like a hidden gem as it is tucked away. We got the zucchini appetizer, veal, and seafood pasta, and they were all excellent. The service was A+ and everyone was very kind. For all that we got it was not bad in price at all compared to a regular restaurant that would have cost almost as much. The only semi strange thing is that depending on the acoustics you can hear random snippets of other people's conversations at various times.

A friend recommended the restaurant to me last fall when I was in NYC- this spring I dined at IL Gattopardo , it was my pre theater dinner treat. The location on the street behind MOMA in an old Rockefeller home is picturesque. The garden level restaurant has options for dining, especially during warm weather : al fresco street level, an intimate bar area with tables for two, the main dining room and the rear hidden garden. There is also a large private dining room for events on the lower floor. Being solo I sat at the bar near the window. I enjoyed the music and ordered a glass of wine, bread and olive was provided and the arancini sent were a compliment of the chef. The heirloom tomato salad I ordered was a special of the day and from the menu I choose a broiled fish with accompanying sides. I no longer remember the type of fish - only that the entire meal and setting was charming . A cordial is my general rule after a delicious dinner out and the one I choose was wonderful ! The welcoming professionalism of the bartender & host must be mentioned . This restaurant is a must for me when I return to Manhattan !

High-end Italian served in an intimate space on the lower floor of a beautiful townhouse. Rave reviews all around.

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Found this place because it had some relation to Michelin stars but I don't remember how. I made a reservation but honestly didn't need one as there were still plenty of seats. We sat outside and it was quite nice! Started off with some bread appetizers with olive oil. We were also treated with a complimentary appetizer which I believe were some sort of rice balls. Meal was off to a great start. I ordered the pan-seared venison loin and it was PHENOMENIAL! The meat was so tender and the juices were amazing. The sauce had such distinct and complimentary flavours that I was honestly baffled at how good it was. The timballo was also so tasty - but definitely could taste more potato than anything which I liked. I was also able to try some of the pasta and it was so delicious! The pasta itself, the sauces, and the meats and veggies that came with the dishes were all cooked and seasoned so well. I ordered some of the Silene red wine to go with my food and it was very tasty alongside the meal, so wine is definitely a plus with the experience. Overall, I had a great time and the food was amazing. The head of the restaurant sometimes comes by to talk to us so got to learn a bit more about Italian culture which I liked. It's a very nice environment but definitely dress nicely. Bathroom is nice too. Food is expensive but I think you should expect that when coming here. Honestly, some of the best Italian food I've had in my life and I'm thankful that I came here. Have to come again to try some of their other stuff.

It's hard to claim one is the best Italian restaurant in Manhattan. But this one is in the top 5. Housed in a townhouse behind the MOMA that used to be owned by the Rockefellers, the experience of entering the restaurant is romantic. You need to walk down the outside stairs to a basement entrance. Inside is a bustling dining room filled with business men and romantic couples. The decor is clean, bright and elegant, but nondescript. The service is impeccable and the food is heavenly. Every pasta I've had here is great. As well as the risotto. If you're lucky enough to come on a night when they are serving gnocchi, get it. These potato dumplings are like pillows of air. They are so light and delicious. If you get it in the sausage and truffle sauce you will be in ecstasy. The grilled Double-R Ranch Angus grass-fed ribeye for two, with roasted fingerling potatoes, is a dish seasoned to perfection. Tiramisu is a great dessert choice, but try the Bavarese alla vaniglia with chestnut heart, glazed with white chocolate. It's a ball of vanilla creamy custard with a chocolate topping and a heart of some flavor. If they offer the orange or fig Bavarese jump on it. The prices are not for the faint of heart and best to come with an expense account.

One of the best experiences ever ! The restaurant is located inside an historical building the indoor is minimal and chic the outdoor was very nice and romantic . The food is from south Italy and is very authentic . we got the zucchine alla parmigiana , and the Buffalo mozzarella .special both of them were amazing! The genovese pasta was one of the best I ever had The service was outstanding. Sebastian our server was very attentive and took care of us !

After three or four fun dates if you're sure they're the one, this is the place to seal the deal. Ideal high end site on one of nyc's elite blocks. You're arriving at the Rockefeller townhouses, as if you're invited. Private side entrance down the short steps to a gate that happens to be open for you. Perfect greeting and service start to finish. Friendly and personable, as if you belong. The food is good enough, strong creative cocktails, great wine list. Some night when you return, take a seat (or two, if the deal persists) at the small almost hidden bar at the side. Five stars for the setting!

Loved this place for the service!! Went here for a date-night and I was overwhelmed by the special treatment. To start off with the wine selection and the chefs special which was complimentary. Antipasti - Parmigiana of Zucchini. The zucchini was not fried but still mild-crispy. Loved the eclectic spices in the dish. The waiter took time to help us out with the menu on the Primi. We got the lobster ravioli and the Agnolotti Filled with Honey Squash and Bufala Ricotta. I wouldn't recommend the agnolotti if you don't like dish with a hint of sweetness. The ravioli was out of the world. They recommended the Zambianone for dessert and it was made live, next to our table. Overall fun experience. Sustainability at its peak. The utensils were reusable and clean.

In two words: totally underwhelmed. This place is has a great (if noisy) setting, a high-end ambiance, and the guts to charge $68 for a veal chop milanese. The question is do they deliver? The answer is no. Bland, unremarkble food. Tasteless mussells. A lobster salad that was huge chunks of lobster haphazardly thrown onto a mixed green salad heavily dressed in vinaigrette. A dry tasteless milanese. Lukewarm branzino. And an inedible pork chop, which we were asked to cut with a butter knife. An AWOL waiter who never appeared, never checked in, never asked if we wanted more drinks and who, on the few occaisions we saw him, always seemed to serving other tables and deliberately never making eye contact with us to at least acknowledge our entreaties. They did the right thing and pulled th pork chop off the bill, but the meal was already ruined. I won't be back.

Excellent service but the food was really unremarkable. Our table of 6 racked up a 4-figure bill, but sadly I don't think the food was good at all. I did like the desserts... but tbh the bread service was the best part of my whole meal. Espresso martini was sickeningly sweet. Wine glass on table was spotted and smudged. Not a single person in our party cleaned their plate. I will not be returning.

First, I would like to start by saying I think they were trying to be prejudice at first. The staff tried to seat us in the far back from everyone else when there were empty seats until I called them out on it. After I called them out the service got a lot better (big surprise) lol ! The food - 4/5 my friends thought it was the best pasta they ever had. I personally did not think so. The menu is very authentic to Italian culture. No meat and cheese and tomato based. They don't have white sauce pasta. Ambiance: intimate and high end Service: 3/5 minus them treating us differently I thought it was great service besides that Overall: I'm not sure if I'd go back to be honest. If you're white I'm sure you'll get the best service available. I noticed the chef went specific groups but did not come to our group.

What a brilliant NYC find! The spaghetti with gray mullet bottarga was the best pasta dish I have ever had the great pleasure to enjoy! Run, don't walk to Il Gattopardo (but maybe make a reservation first).

Food- below mediocre overpriced Basement! $50 wine priced at $550. Uncoordinated service Really puzzling why would anyone come back to this place.

For whatever reason, when I eat out, Italian is not anywhere near the top of my preferences. Thankfully, someone else picked this place, and probably has changed my mind. If more Italian places are like Il Gattopardo, then my preferences will probably change. This restaurant was, in one word, fabulous. Overall: 5 stars Food: 5 stars Service: 5 stars Ambiance/Layout: 4 stars Value: 3 stars Food We had a large group (7), and ordered a wide variety of foods. Forgive my lack of vocabulary, I'm just going to describe rather than name. For appetizer, most ordered the tomato/mozzarella salad, including myself. It was fantastic. Best I've ever had. Main course was more varied. I had the branzino, my wife, daughter split a steak, others ordered lasagna. My fish was excellent, and of course, I "sampled" the steak, which was also excellent. My friend who ordered the lasagna was raving about it. Dessert

Best Italian Restaurant in NYC. First rate. Quality organic ingredients. Olive oil from Amalfi coast. Pasta is not commercial type and presentation, service and ambiance is dedicated to fine dining experience. Head Chef Vito is a passionate culinary genius. Visit MOMA and enjoy one of the best restaurants in the city. Try the paccheri alla genovese and the fish dishes are all exceptional. Veal alla Milanese is a huge portion of pure joy. Wine list is amping the best but there will not be a sommelier. Ask for advice to the chef for pairing. The trebbiano is a steal for the price quality ratio. Desserts are outstanding. Just first rate fine dining experience that deserves to be savored and experienced more than once. Buon Appetito!

This restaurant has really taken outdoor dining during COVID to another level. They have a creative setup with some of the tables located on charming terraced landings of the old-time building above the main restaurant. We sat at one of these tables tonight and had a bird's eye view from our higher vantage point. The remainder of the outdoor tables are nicely spaced out and in a well-designed covered area. If you want outdoor dining to feel special and not cobbled together due to necessity, this is your place! Our food was excellent. The only thing we couldn't try was the complimentary rice balls they offered, as our party did not include meat eaters. The pasta was homemade and delicious. The service was very good as well. The jacketed waiters were friendly and gracious. The mood of the staff seemed welcoming and positive. We will be back!

Il Gattopardo is one of my favorite Italian places in NY. It is as authentic as it can be. It specializes in southern Italian cocine. Their menu is seasonal so there will be slight variations periodically. The service is excellent, their tables impecable. Quality ingredients, passion and a great chef along with a great wine menu and a fun, classy and impecable ambiance make for a great experience. To finish the night, I highly recommend a Zabaione for dessert. They will prepare it in front of you. Enjoy!

Went to Il Gattopardo for a business lunch. It was extremely crowded and the restaurant seemed to be understaffed. The food was very good and I would certainly try it again for dinner or on a weekend when it might not be as crowded. Across the street from MoMA and otherwise well located in Midtown.

very beautiful restaurant filled with lots of old rich people, (that's how you know it's good) service was wonderful, we had to send an appetizer back due to how large and heavy it was (zucchini parm) and they comped it for us. it is a bit stuffy and nothing special in regards to the food so that's why it doesn't get 5 stars.

The service was eh, food was good but salty. The meal started with fresh bread that was good. Then we shared their special burrata salad that was good as well. I shouldn't have put cheese on my pasta as it was already too salty. All in all, I would go again but not a must

Perfect and authentic Italian restaurant, highly recommended Nice ambiance, very chic environment

Food: I started with the burrata. It was good, but literally every burrata is good. This one was simple. Burrata, prosciutto, some tomatoes, lightly seasoned. Delicate. I enjoyed it, but not really one to remember. The Public House in Mountainside, NJ has the best one I've had in a while. Dinner was the baked cod. Very nice. Sauce. Capers. Tomatoes. Olives. Really enjoyable dish. Not very heavy. I'd get it again, BUT the enjoy of the table was the veal osso buco served over mashed potatoes. I'm sure it was wasn't the healthiest option, but it looked awesome... and my buddy said it was as good as it looked! Service: what you'd expect at a place like this. Polite. Professional. Attentive, but not pushy. Atmosphere: Packed. Literally every seat was filled. White table cloth. Clean. Elegant, but tight. They have tables close to each other and they even have a table right by the front door which looked terrible. I'd be upset if they say us there. Miscellaneous: Good meal. Good service. I don't go back for dinner based on value.

Are you looking for a great Southern Italian food in a beautiful romantic setting. Look no farther than Il Gattopardo. It is located in The Rockefeller Townhouses. Built in 1897, the buildings were designed in the Beaux Arts Renaissance style. They were once owned by John D. Rockefeller who called them home for nearly forty years. The feel here is understated elegance. I think this is the perfect date restaurant. It is very romantic with tables set up individually on the steps of the various townhouses lit by candlelight. It was not stuffy or over done. We had martinis to start. They were good but served in Champagne glasses rather than martini glasses. I don't care but our friend pointed it out. We moved on to appetizers of veal meatballs and octopus. The meatballs were very well prepared, moist, tasty, not too large and disappeared quickly, enjoyed by all. I ordered the special risotto with vegetables and made with a rich pork broth. It was perhaps the best risotto I ever had, creamy and vibrant, and was a healthy portion. My sister had lobster ravioli which she enjoyed. She said it was creamy and she could actually taste the lobster pieces in the ravioli. It was also a healthy portion. Even though we were mostly stuffed, we ordered deserts- a limoncello sponge cake and a dark chocolate sponge cake with raspberry, which were satisfying and special and just the right size The waiter brought little almond cookies to end as an added little nosh as well. The service was friendly and attentive. The waiters kept the drinks flowing at the beginning but then let us relax and enjoy the beautiful NYC evening in a romantic, calm and sophisticated atmosphere. No rushing to get the next reservation in, just very relaxed, smooth, non intrusive service, very much like a night at a restaurant in Italy.

This midtown, east side Italian "Ristorante" never disappoints!!! Waitstaff is unseen but attentive, and very knowledgeable. The house made ravioli or tortellini is perhaps the best in NYC. While there is a limited selection of Pasta Fresca, it is always outstanding paired with a delicious sauce. My "secondi" consisted of Dover Sole, deboned table side, with lemon and capers. It is simply perfection. For dessert Delizia a La limone, lemon delight, transported me back to the Amalfi Coast. What a meal!!!!!!!!

Very delicious. Beautiful interior and excellent service. Came here for a large work dinner in the downstairs area. We had passed hors d'oeuvres and several dishes. My favs were the tre ditte, bass and chocolate mousse but every dish here was perfect. Service is classic as well - one of those old school places that feels like they anticipate your every move

My date made reservations for us to enjoy dinner on the steps. The food was fantastic. Summer is the best time to enjoy the outdoor experience, esp as people walk by. I'd love to enjoy this restaurant indoors during the cooler months. I went to the restroom and was pleased w the interior. I'll be back.

So...this place is insanely nice and insanely expensive. I wasn't paying so whatever...free fancy meal for Jax! I came with a party of eight people for a Sunday evening dinner at 7:30. the restaurant is PACKED PACKED PACKED. I left at 11pm and it was still busy. The service was perfect, which is expected at a place like this. What was nice was when we ordered a bunch of appetizers for the table, the kitchen made everyone a little tasting plate of everything so that we didn't have to go around passing around the dishes. For my entree I had one of their specials that night, a veggie risotto, and it was excellent and a hefty portion. I was so full from the appetizers alone I only ate about half of my entree. The best appetizers were the burrata (arguably better than what I ate in Italy) and the zucchini parmesan was FANTASTIC. For dessert we had the cheesecake, the chocolate mousse, a special fruity dish the kitchen made for one of the gluten free folks, and a plate of biscotti. The mousse was awesome, but truthfully, everything was good. An $1,800 bill and a few bottles of wine later, we were all stuffed and tipsy.

Ate here after visiting the MoMA and it's excellent. Both the branzino (deboned table side) and the lobster ravioli were very well prepared and tasty and the desserts were fantastic. Would definitely come back next time we are in NYC

Our kids in Chappaqua had Il Gattopardo cater a diner for 30 at their home. There was 8 in staff between kitchen and serving staff. Very personable and efficient. Started with an outstanding array of Hors D'oeurves including Fried shrimp, fried baby artichoke hearts, meatballs, and fabulous squash blossoms. Next was an Endive salad with pressed anchovy dressing. Artisanal cavatelli with shellfish ragout and Rigatoni with spicy nduja sausage and red onions, both awesome. For mains, we got a choice of Codfish "in casseruola" with Gaeta olives, pantelleria, capers, cherry tomatoes and organic potatoes or thinly sliced aged New York steak with rosemary, Himalayan salt, served with roasted fingerling potatoes. Both fabulous for dessert, we had Mousse di cioccolato with Aglianico wine heart or Frangipane tart with fresh summer berries and caramel gelato. Superb ending. WOW what a dinner.

Impecable and outstanding service, from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. We came during probably their busiest time of the year - a week before Christmas - and an hour before our reservations (had an errand nearby and got done earlier) so I was apprehensive that they might turn us away. No, they did not. No only that, they didn't even mention it! We were immediately seated on the main level. Whew lol Breads and gourmet olive oil were served right away, and were delicious. We were brought a complimentary appetizer (rice balls?), and ordered a zucchini parm appetizer to split. At this point were already full (lol). For the mains, we ordered veal and branzino (special), which was skillfully deboned tableside. I want to say it that with the sides our meat and fish came with, the dishes were simple but yet perfect just like they were. We also asked for wine reco, and received something that complimented our meals beautifully. Overall, we had a delicious and filling meal, and exceptional service. Thank you.

Santiago is probably the hands-down, best waiter I have ever had in my entire life. I come from many backgrounds of service industry and I can for sure tell you that he is the best this restaurant is phenomenal and I would rather go nowhere else.!!

Solid Italian food in a beautiful townhouse setting, expect very professional staff and very delicious food. Stick to their fresh catch of the day and pasta dishes. The homemade butter and cheese ravioli with walnuts was the standout. There are both indoor and outdoor seating and staff do not rush you. On a warm and pleasant day, sit outside.

Beautiful interior and nice staff. There was a baby roach on our table and the waiter didn't know what to do so I killed it. I think this would be the only time I would visit.

A NYC Italian Staple We originally picked this restaurant years ago as it was well reviewed and the location was central to a group of us that were meeting for dinner. The managers and servers are experienced at being gracious and very attentive. We've continued to go here as the food is always fresh and delicious with daily dinner specials. The wine list is outstanding. It is usually full and lively at dinner time but we don't mind the loudness as the food and ambience is always enjoyable.

I was looking for Italian food before a show in the city and came across this restaurant. We booked a 6:00 reservation and we were seated immediately and the service was spot on. I dined with a friend and our 2 daughters. They don't have a "kids" menu, but offered a standard spaghetti with marinara for the girls. Our server basically picked our wine, our appetizer, and entrees, which were all incredible. They provided bread service before our meal and we started with the octopus. It was outstanding!! I had the codfish which he warned would be a bit salty, but I love olives and capers so it was right up my alley. We didn't have time for desert which was disappointing but will be back again!!!

Lovely meal and service-can only give 4 stars because of the truly terrible fruit fly infestation in the outdoor dining shed-the waiter had to provide covers for the wine glasses in advance since he knew there was a problem. $96 dollars for a bottle of wine and 10-12 dead fruit flies in the bottom of the glasses-management please fix this problem!

Great place while in NYC when looking for a relaxed environment away from the hustle. The food has the right amount of flavor not overwhelming. We were a group of 12 sitting in a reserved area where we could hold a conversation. The menu had a variety to choose from. The wait was short and food was fresh.

I was here for a work event and we were seated in the private atrium downstairs. It was essentially a large room with very high ceiling because it was in an small alley between two buildings covered with a transparent roof. It was very cosy and classy at the same time. Food was impeccable and there's also a private bar at the side of the large room. Highly recommended if you are looking to host a large group of people in a fancy setting.

First of all -- Make a reservation!! You will need it! Fantastic dining experience! Very pricey but definitely worth it. This is probably the finest Italian (and AUTHENTIC Italian) restaurant in NYC. It is as high as it gets. You can get REAL truffles here! Yes! And yes, they cost a bunch, but hey... it is REAL TRUFFLES! The wine list is EXTENSIVE! I wonder where they store all those wines in such a cozy place! The food is absolutely fantastic. I have ordered the pasta carbonara -- it is a brunch menu item -- but they did for me at dinner (twice). They are really accommodating. The deserts are really good as well. Get the gelato! It is pretty close to the real gelato you would get in Italy.

I visit Il Gattopardo every time I'm in town from Omaha. It's is out of this world. Very authentic and full of flavor. You won't be disappointed. The staff was on the ball and very eager to help. My only complaint would be that I didn't have my vaccination card so I had to sit on the sidewalk. Not a bother, just remember that when you go and visit.

Excellent food and service at a perfect location. Call for reservations! The ambience is casual and welcoming !

Here goes the cliche....I almost don't want to review this place, because I love it so much. The Leopard (yeah yeah, it really means The Serval) is housed in a beautiful townhouse across the street from the back of MOMA. They've set up a nice Covid greenhouse and some awesome tables around the townhouse steps, so I have barely been inside. The food is STELLAR Italian and the whole vibe is that lazy, bottle of wine with lunch, Upper East Side classy vibe. EXCEPT. It's not actually on the UES and it lacks only one thing...that UES snottiness. Those UES places tend to look at most people like we are dirt on their shoe (I'm looking at you, The Mark and Sant Ambroeus and especially Nello, where women are not allowed at the bar alone because apparently we might be hookers, what !!!). I mean, hubs and I clean up well but at the above spots, unless we hit the host/ess hard in the face with a Birkin, we will be, as clear downtowners, at best second class. Il Gattopardo serves up not just killer food but warm and endearing, truly Italian service, even if you roll up in your jeans and sneakers and somehow forgot your diamonds and facelift. At this point, the place is like home to me. Sold? OK! Here's what to eat!!! - one of the best branzinos in the city - a house made cavatelli that will knock your socks off - the crispy salad - on a hot day OMG - the arancino amuse bouche - I don't eat veal but I confess I taste this when it comes. It's insane - almost all pastas and antipasti - OK actually, I've never had a bad dish here This is your spot for a day of trying to understand what MOMA is showing, or for escaping the midtown masses. Please though.... Leave me a table. Love ya!!