Ainslie Bowery

Been here twice! First time we got the cacio e pepe, margarita pizza and ribs along with drinks & everything was absolutely delicious & tasty. Second time I had their burger & it was just okay. I would recommend the other dishes over the burger. Staff are friendly and accommodating. I love the dim lighting and vibe of the restaurant.

Ainslie is a spacious restaurant with multiple dining areas throughout. This is a great event space, private party areas, indoor and outdoor seating. Totally a vibe. The food is good - most notably the side dishes like the broccolini and fries. Meatball appetizer was delicious. And the fish entrees - red snapper as well as the branzino were generous in portions. The sheer size of this restaurant is incredible. I believe I saw stairs to a basement as well. Most of the restaurant is very dimly lit. Spotted a game table and two full bars with seating, on my way to finding the restrooms which were a little too dark. Can hardly see in the stalls. Overall, excellent service and a great place for drinking and socializing.

Went here for the first time with some friends. The waiter was very nice and attentive! The interior was very beautiful! As for the food, I was told that the burger was delicious but the pizza was kind of bland and wasn’t worth the price in my opinion. The drinks were decent as well.

My Valentine’s Date at Ainslie was incredibly disappointing. I made a reservation for 7:30. I walked in and the hostess, Andrea, said that our table wasn’t ready and that we would have to wait 5-10 minutes but we could wait at the bar and she would let us know when our table was ready. It was 8pm and we still hadn’t been sat, I went over to her to check on our table and she completely ignored me, making me think she was checking on my reservation but just continued to help other people. Then another host came up and I told him about how long we were waiting, and we were immediately sat, which means our table was sitting there ready but we just weren’t notified. We sat at the table for 10 minutes before our waitress even came over, and we were then told that we could only order off the prix fixe menu. We were not notified of this before making the reservation or upon arrival. It was incredibly frustrating as we had already decided want we wanted off the regular menu. We ended up being moved to another table so we could order off the regular menu, which was appreciated. But it seems like the restaurant was unprepared for how busy it would be on Valentine’s Day and I was incredibly upset that my date that I had planned did not go smoothly. The food was okay, but nothing to write home about. When people make reservations for Valentine’s Day, they are hoping to have a great experience with their date, which is not what I had last night. I’ve been to Ainslie before, but I probably wouldn’t go back because of how disappointing this experience was.

Had a private party here last night in the lovely Beer Garden room and it was excellent! The service/ staff were particularly impressive: constantly replenishing the food and removing used plates/ glasses, and never any wait at the bar. Got lots of compliments on the food. Wasn’t cheap but definitely felt we got what we paid for.

I stopped by Ainslie Bowery on a weekend night and it was a lively, memorable experience. This massive Italian-inspired restaurant and bar on Bowery has so much going on — from wood-fired pizzas and pasta to cocktails and beers in a sprawling space that feels both trendy and relaxed. The vibe inside is energetic and social; it’s the kind of place where people go to hang out, eat, drink, and stay awhile. There’s a big beer garden area that spills onto the sidewalk, a cozy wine bar, and even a games section — so it’s not your typical quiet dinner spot, but that’s part of the charm if you’re in the mood for a fun night out. The food leans into classic Italian comfort — wood-fired pizzas with fresh toppings, rich pastas, and shareable small plates that are great for digging into with friends. Portions feel generous and the cocktails are strong and creative. The crowd can get loud on a Friday or Saturday night, so it’s perfect if you’re out with a group or planning brunch with bottomless drinks. If you want a quieter conversation, try a Wednesday or Thursday evening. Overall, it’s a vibrant, welcoming place that feels like a destination for good food and a fun atmosphere in downtown Manhattan.

This restaurant offers a truly wonderful dining experience. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the sauces were rich and flavorfu. The staff was friendly and attentive, making the meal even more enjoyable. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, perfect for a romantic dinner or a gathering with friends. The prices are reasonable for the quality of food and service provided. Highly recommended!

Ainslie you were just amazing, the sexy ambiance when you first walk in is giving bar lounge vibes with moderately loud music almost club vibe but if you walk to the back it’s to sit and dine. Our waitress was excellent, bubbly attentive and had great recommendations (wish I could remember her name) . We started with the shrimp scampi that honestly you could drink the sauce it was it 🙌🏽 (please dip the bread) I got the cob salad with arugula so good with salmon on it, and the sea bass with mashed potatoes all very delicious in taste and great portions. I will see you there 💛