Lele's Roman

Really loved the vibe of this place, super cozy and welcoming. There was no line when I got there, which was a nice surprise. The food was super fresh and you can tell they use high-quality ingredients. Definitely a spot I’d go back to!

Outstanding flavors and service at this cozy new Roman restaurant by the Ace Hotel. Loved the atmosphere and interior design details. The fish was absolutely perfect with lots of flavor + the white wine as well. All of the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly explaining the menu options at length for the 2 out of 3 people in our party that each had different food allergies. Will absolutely return!

Amazing food, ambiance, and service. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Roman Italian is our favorite, and this is the closest we’ve had to the real thing in the States. We’ll definitely be back!

Tonight we ventured out to an amazing new hot spot for dinner. Lele's Roman opened their doors roughly 2 months ago and based on the crowd, it is clear they are a fast and furious hit! This hip hot spot is decked out in gorgeous 70's inspired decor that sets the tone for a new spin on classic Roman dishes. We opted for the 3-course Restaurant Week menu and the amazing meal that followed proved the hype is well-deserved!! We began our meal with the Rughetta e Pomodorini, which was bright, fresh and perfectly dressed to open up the meal and the Suppli al Telefono, an elegant, delicious and perfectly prepared reimagining of a traditional arancini. We selected the Polletto al Mattone con Peperoni and the Branzino al Forno alla Mediterranea. The brick roasted chicken was tender, juicy and packed with succulent flavor. The Branzino was beautifully prepared, flaky, perfectly seasoned and accompanied by delicious potatoes and cherry tomatoes Last we indulged in the Apricot Pit Panacotta served with apricot, burnt honey caramel and toasted almonds. I have had many Panacotta and can truly say this one rivals the best I have ever tasted..even in Italy!! We also delighted in the Caramelized Puff Pastry accompanied by seasonal fruit and vanilla crème anglaise. This showstopper was not only a sight to behold but absolutely delicious!! The pastry was light and flaky and the crème anglaise was a sensationally creamy balance to the medley of sweet and tart fruit. Lele's Roman is an absolute rising star and should be added to any NYC must-try list!! I look forward to working my way through their beautiful menu!!

Second day in a row eating here. Love it! Great service and great food! Will definitely

Really great vibe, food was delicious. Recommendations were on point. The cocktails and wine selection were great.

Very cute Roman restaurant located in the Ace Hotel right by Hoyt St station. Service was friendly and attentive, and the ambiance was great. However, the food was not up to the expectation. I tried the restaurant week menu - the cappaccio was ok, but the cacio e pepe was a bit watery and the pasta itself wasn’t al dente enough imo. My friend’s carbonara was very dry on the other hand. Looking at other people’s pastas, the quality, portion of noodles and cheese on the top appear not to be consistent.

We have not been back since the restaurant changed but we had a quick brunch here and it was pretty good. Excellent service. I love that the gentleman who sat us put us at a table far away from a loud table without us asking. The Italian waiter added a bit of authenticity to the place. We enjoyed the breakfast pizza. I thought that the carpaccio needed some more pizzazz because the balsamic that was supposed to be on it wasn't there and it seemed like it could have used some more fun and flavor in the form of maybe some chopped salads or fried capers more generous serving of Parmesan. There were no figs in the Greek yogurt but they substituted apricots which were fine. I didn't get the feeling that there was a known chef attached to this restaurant like the Ace hotel in the city. That we'll come back and try it again for dinner.

Tonight we ventured out to an amazing new hot spot for dinner. Lele's Roman opened their doors roughly 2 months ago and based on the crowd, it is clear they are a fast and furious hit! This hip hot spot is decked out in gorgeous 70's inspired decor that sets the tone for a new spin on classic Roman dishes. We opted for the 3-course Restaurant Week menu and the amazing meal that followed proved the hype is well-deserved!! We began our meal with the Rughetta e Pomodorini, which was bright, fresh and perfectly dressed to open up the meal and the Suppli al Telefono, an elegant, delicious and perfectly prepared reimagining of a traditional arancini. We selected the Polletto al Mattone con Peperoni and the Branzino al Forno alla Mediterranea. The brick roasted chicken was tender, juicy and packed with succulent flavor. The Branzino was beautifully prepared, flaky, perfectly seasoned and accompanied by delicious potatoes and cherry tomatoes Last we indulged in the Apricot pit Panacotta served with apricot, burnt honey caramel and toasted almonds. I have had many Panacotta and can truly say this one rivals the best I have ever tasted..even in Italy!! We also delighted in the Caramelized Puff Pastry accompanied by seasonal fruit and vanilla crème anglaise. This showstopper was not only a sight to behold but absolutely delicious!! The pastry was light and flaky and the crème anglaise was a sensationally creamy balance to the medley of sweet and tart fruit. Lele's Roman is an absolute rising star and should be added to any NYC must-try list!! I look forward to working my way through their beautiful menu!!

Lele's Roman is an Italian spot that just opened up at The Ace - REAL TALK: Love the cute little wolf logo they have! We were treated here by our dear friends for an early dinner - their menu includes antipasti, insalate, pinsa, pasta, secondi, contorni, and kid options. We started off with: +Fiore di Zucca - squash blossoms with anchovy and fresh mozz +Burrata e Rape Rosse - with beets, blood oranges, and caramelized walnuts +and, the Polipo e Patate - an octopus and potato salad For our mains, we tried: +the Mezzi Rigatoni All' Amtriciana +the Spaghetti alla Carbonara +the Parmigiana di Melanzane +and, the Prosciutto di Parma e Tartufo - with burrata cream, walnuts, and fresh black truffles Staff were welcoming and attentive; we were seated promptly with making advance reservations, which was great. The space is so cute, with the colorful tile decor and the retro-like seating booths! It was busy when we went, and already it seemed like a local dining option favorite. +cute decor +friendly staff +reservations accepted

I was served a gluten dish after informing my server I had a gluten allergy. When my food arrived, I was told it was the gluten free carbonara. After I had taken a few bites, the server came to tell me there had been a mistake and I was given regular pasta. I didn't wait for them to bring the regular version because I had to go to a pharmacy asap for medication to hopefully help ease the symptoms. The meal was comped, but I've never experienced this happening in 16 years of being gluten free.

This restaurant is so accommodating! The dishes satisfy and the place is easy to reach. Their hearty portions make the prices reasonable. Workers delivered pleasant assistance. Remarkably good!!!

When I heard an Italian place was opening at the ace had to check it out! Food was tasty, service was exceptional, space was sleek. Highly recommend a visit with a reservation. My partner got the chicken and finished it in minutes. I had the cacio and it was def tasty. Nice portion sizes. House made pasta. I'll be back

Amaaaaazing. We loved eating here so much. The pasta with artichoke and mushroom was so good, and the lamp chops.. chefs kiss. Super friendly staff and nice lighting/environment too. Absolutely will come back when in NY

Went here for a birthday and had an amazing time. The pizza was actually incredible, and the drinks and vibe were so fun. Was surprised with champagne at the end which made out night, we live in the neighborhood and definitely will be back.

I love this place. When you walk in the door you are greeted warmly. It feels like you're part of a family. Our server Kosta, was attentive, and knowledgeable. The food was simple and comforting. We shared everything. We started with the zucchini blossoms, and the heirloom Pazzanella salad, which was incredibly fresh!! Then we split some pasta. Cacio e Pepe and the Carbonara.Both were fantastic, but I made the mistake of ordering two similar things. I heard that I missed out on the Rigatoni, next time. We split the Veal Involtni that was wrapped in crispy prosciutto as an entree, delicious! I wish I had gotten a sidedish.