Insider Pages Reviews for Nocello

4 Stars: nice and warm (by SadieN)

SadieN — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:00:00 GMT

it's a great place to have a nice meal during this cold weather. it's really cozy in here. i also appreciate the new coat check girl, a nice touch! the risotto is also something special !

5 Stars: Super (by CoopSalem)

CoopSalem — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

nocello's a great northern italian restaurant. make sure to check it out, you will not be disappointed!

5 Stars: Excellent Place (by ShawnSanders)

ShawnSanders — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

My wife and I went for my birthday dinner and loved this place. The food was great, the service excellent and the place warm and inviting. Definitely look forward to going back

5 Stars: :) (by SuzyMD)

SuzyMD — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Lovely Northern Italian restaurant. Fresh food, decent prices and a welcoming atmosphere. I recommend making a reservation for the weekend otherwise everything is great. The staff is also a big A+

5 Stars: Loved It (by IanPooley)

IanPooley — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

I ran into this place by accident while strolling around Manhattan with my wife and i decided to check it out because i was starving. i tried the Vitello Del Borgo, it was great, i really enjoyed it and i also enjoyed the wine that the waiter picked out for me. it was a bit too crowded so i had to wait a bit for a table but other than that it was a pleasant experience!

5 Stars: Great! (by KarenPooley)

KarenPooley — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

I went here with my husband recently and we really enjoyed it. he wrote a review before me and i decided to write one too because it was great. best northern italian place in manhattan. the vibe is great and the food is delicious. we're happy we found this place and will return soon!

5 Stars: movie night (by RobertWeise)

RobertWeise — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

i went to the movies with my wife and on the way home we passed this place so we decided to go in and have a bite since there were a couple tables available. we both had cozze della casa. we enjoyed it but my wife said there was too much wine in her portion but other than that it was good. i also liked the wine selection. plus the service was courteous and prompt!

5 Stars: Valuable Place! (by AlexanderForbes)

AlexanderForbes — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

What a treasure Nocello is. My office takes people here all the time and they are always delighted. Try anything! Never had a bad meal here.

5 Stars: Unpretentious (by BobM6781)

BobM6781 — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

My coworker took me to Nocello and since then I have been back four times. The wine selection is great and the atmosphere is so unpretentious. I highly recommend this place!

5 Stars: Northern Italian Delight (by PacoMartinez)

PacoMartinez — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:00:00 GMT

We went here for the first time and I keep on going back. I love the atmosphere as well as the menu. It is a very european feel and tourists don't crowd it up. It is definitely a neighborhood crowd and I highly recommend it to my friends and friends from out of town for a spot that is relaxed and not swamped with out-of-towners. The food and service are exceptional and the owners are always walking around to say hello - which in NYC is very rare!

5 Stars: Make A Reservation (by LexRuben)

LexRuben — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Awesome place, the food is amazing and they show you how to pair any dish with wine and beer. Lots of people and it can take forever to get a table so make a reservation. Its popularity speaks for itself, can be expensive but is one of the best restaurants in NYC

4 Stars: interesting place (by CindyAtkins)

CindyAtkins — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:00:00 GMT

I went in last week with my brother and had some food here. The service was just regular - not great, not bad. The waiter actually helped us pick out nice glass of wine. The food...Polo Carretiera was worth every penny!

4 Stars: scallops (by oatesk)

oatesk — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT

my husband and i had dinner here recently. we both enjoyed the restaurant and especially the scallops. the wine selection was also good. we both recommend it to others, the atmosphere is delightful !

5 Stars: A Midtown West find! (by dkny8888)

dkny8888 — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT

The food is really amazing and the atmosphere is just right -- not too quiet, not too loud.
I will absolutely return soon!

5 Stars: Best risotto in town (by rcprice)

rcprice — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 09:00:00 GMT

The best risotto in town. I've had it with mussrooms or with mixed sea food so far. Otherwise this place has friendly and attentive staff and a nice selection of norhtern italian cuisine. It has no bar to sit at but you can get anything you want brought to the table. Nice for a quick lunch or a romantic dinner.

5 Stars: NOT A SECRET ANYMORE, BEST ITALIAN IN MIDTOWN (by frantro)

frantro — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Have been eating here for the last 7 years and did not want to write a review because I wanted to keep this place a secret. Unfortunatelly, it seems that the secret is out, judging by the long line of customers enduring the cold looking for a seat here during theatre time. Your best bet is to show up either on any Monday, or after your Broadway show. Food is out of this world, they have a great wine selection, athmosphere is enjoyable and very relaxed. Waiters have a great knowledge about what's going on in the kitchen but you're not going to see them too much during pre-show dinner. Try the house salad, the baby lamb chops and the wild berry tart to top your meal off. Great stuff at a reasonable price.

4 Stars: Good food, good service (by asgold)

asgold — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Went here with some friends, was pretty happy with the food. The menu is pretty varied, but I noticed that they use spinach in a lot of dishes. I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but found plenty to enjoy. Service is very good.

5 Stars: Incredible service, authentic Italian (by arkelanor)

arkelanor — Fri, 17 Nov 2006 09:00:00 GMT

From the moment you sit down and the maitre d begins describing teh day's specials, you realized you made a great choice. Every dish is described in suh detail that makes you realize what's happening inside the kitchen. And no matter what you choose, you realized it wasn't only a sales pitch. The food is amazing, gelatto is to die for, the atmosphere is very authentic and the service is superb. Please, don't leave without asking for a sip of Nocello to finish you meal.

5 Stars: Exceptional Food and Service (by donakara)

donakara — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I was there last night. Everything was delicious, especially lamb and risotto.My boyfriend had fettuccini in vodka sauce with lobster and it was absolutely perfect.The wait staff was attentive and nice. I would recommend it to anyone

5 Stars: An amazing date restaurant! (by guttmand)

guttmand — Fri, 08 Jul 2005 09:00:00 GMT

I have been going to Nocello for the last 8 years. Their food always impresses and their service is amazing. Penne Ala Vodka is unbelievable - best I have ever had! Wine selection and desserts are also notable.

4 Stars: Limited Low Carb options (by winterzodiac)

winterzodiac — Thu, 07 Oct 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Went during lunch, casual relaxed atmosphere, service was friendly, and everyone seemed to enjoy their meals. They did not offer any low carb options aside from a traditional salad. All of the chicken/fish dishes were covered in sauce or breaded. I would recommend Nocello to pasta lovers - but not for those on Atkins or the South Beach Diet.

5 Stars: Nocello (by angelptaz)

angelptaz — Fri, 02 Jul 2004 09:00:00 GMT

This place is fantastic! The staff really makes you feel at home... very personable, attentive, yet not overbearing. I've tried 5 different dishes here, and they've all been tremendous, but the Rigatoni ala Vodka is literally the best pasta dish I've ever had!

5 Stars: Will be Back (by brantwidgeonteal)

brantwidgeonteal — Sat, 31 Jan 2004 09:00:00 GMT

My friend and I were walking around after seeing Mama Mia, and stumbled across Nocello. We were delighted with everything! The pasta was really al dente, and the wait staff was attentive and accomadating. It was a perfect end to a wonderful day. I am taking my mother here after our visit to the city. I can't wait to hear her rave! Best of all, for two of us with drinks, the bill was about $100!!!
Talk about incredible. Can't wait to go back

5 Stars: A definite find (by esmerldo)

esmerldo — Sat, 07 Sep 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Recently had dinner on a saturday night with party of 7. Everything from making the reservation to birthday desserts to paying the check was a pleasure. Constantino and his entire staff were attentive, warm and friendly. The food was hot, tasty, well prepared and unique in a traditional way. No sundried tomatoes or "out-there" ingredients. Just great food with flair served by nice people. Service was a little "relaxed" but we were not in a rush (they did ask). TRY IT YOU"LL LIKE IT.

5 Stars: Wonderful Food - Excellent Value (by rempe)

rempe — Thu, 08 Aug 2002 09:00:00 GMT

Recently we had dinner at Nocello - eight people on a Saturday night and we had no problem with getting a reservation, the atmosphere was lovely, the service was excellent and the food was excellent - all at a very very good overall price. Between the eight of us all had a dinner, some had appetizers, some dessert, some drinks, some wine, some after dinner drinks and cappucino and the bill was around $45.00 per person. Fantastic!!!! We will definitely go back to this wonderful find!!!!!