Cellini

4.7

1497 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Cellini

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Midtown East

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 27 times today

Good for business meals
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Cellini’s culinary style of chic simplicity produces a menu of astounding freshness and creativity. We began with a masterful rendition of cornmeal polenta wedges with masses of slivered shitake mushrooms and a calamari salad garnished with beans and scallions, each set off with a hot, homemade foccacia, augmented with sliced crusty Tuscan bread. We next chose panzotti-supple half moon pasta filled with fresh, crisp vegetables lightly bathed in a delicate porcini mushroom sauce. A unique tubular pasta stuffed with the freshest fish and spinach under a seasoned fish stock was enough to show us that each dish here has its own personality, and is densely concentrated with flavor.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 751-1555
Website
http://www.cellinirestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Dino Arpaia
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties up to 10 - 200 people and have private areas available.

Location
65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022
Area
Midtown East
Cross Street
Madison and Park Ave.
Parking details
There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
Public transit
E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

Penne Alla NormaUS$19.00
imported san marzano tomato sauce, Italian eggplant, buffalo mozzarella
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$20.00
imported panchetta, organic egg, pecorino Romano, cracked black pepper, parsley
Rigatoni BologneseUS$19.00
classic home style tomato meat sauce fresh herbs
Linguine Alle VongoleUS$22.00
little neck clams, white wine, olive oil, fresh herbs, roasted garlic, chilies
Spaghetti Al Frutti Di MareUS$23.00
assorted shell fish, tomato broth, garlic, fresh herbs
Gnocchi Al GorgonzolaUS$21.00
made with potato, ricotta and spinach, imported Gorgonzola dolce cheese sauce
Rigatoni Alla MatricianaUS$19.00
tomato sauce, panchetta, onions and garden peas
Spaghetti Con PolpetteUS$19.00
home style meatballs made with fresh tomato sauce and basil (our signature dish)

Pasta Al Forno

ImbustataUS$25.00
oven baked envelope shaped pasta filled with roasted veal, chicken, wild mushrooms, California spinach, grated pecorino romano, mascapone cheese, fresh tomato sauce (signature dish)

Pesce

Salmone PrimaveraUS$24.00
broiled salmon, assorted julienne vegetables, mustard sauce
Sapore Di MareUS$26.00
medley of grilled marinated shrimp, calamari, salmon, white fish, mussels, clams, scallops
Spada Alla LivorneseUS$27.00
swordfish sauteed with olives, capers, onions, cherry tomato sauce
Tonno All'Aceto BalsamicoUS$28.00
grilled tuna (served rare) drizzled with balsamic reduction
Gamberi Al LimoneUS$29.00
broiled shrimp, olive oil, white wine, fennel, lemon, parsley

Carne

Pollo PizzaiolaUS$23.00
medallions of chicken, cherry tomato sauce, fresh oregano, buffalo mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil
Pollo FranceseUS$22.00
medallions of chicken, egg whites, lemon, white wine, baby capers, parsley
Vitello ParmigianoUS$26.00
veal cutlet with fiore di latte mozzarella, fresh tomato sauce grated parmesan cheese
Vitello MilaneseUS$25.00
breaded veal cutlet, tomato, baby arugola salad, roasted sherry shallots vinaigrette
Vitello BoscaioloUS$28.00
veal scaloppini, exotic wild mushroom, red wine, white truffle oil, thyme
Vitello PantelleriaUS$26.00
veal scaloppini, sicilian caper berries, artichokes, white wine sauce
Bistecca FlorentinaUS$45.00
grilled marinated aged t-bone steak, brushed with mint leaves, olive oil, garlic
Agnello GrigliatoUS$52.00
Organic! Grilled rack of lamb, roasted garlic, fresh herbs, classic garnish

Antipasti

Caprese con PeperoniUS$12.00
Imported buffalo mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, roasted peppers
Carpaccio di ManzoUS$14.00
Tenderloin of beef, arugola, hearts of palm, shaved Parmesan, white truffle oil
Prosciutto di ParmaUS$13.00
Prosciutto, sweet barlett pears, Gorgonzola dolce, spiced walnuts
Broccoli di RapeUS$10.00
Sauteed broccoli rape, chilies, roasted garlic, olive oil
Calamari GrigliatiUS$13.00
Grilled Atlantic calamari, dusted with herbed breadcrumbs, field greens
Vongole all OriganateUS$13.00
Baked littleneck clams, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon zest
Gamberi ToscanaUS$15.00
Broiled shrimp, cannellini beans, garlic, rosemary, tomato, olive oil
Polipo GrigliatoUS$14.00
Tenderized Mediterranean octopus, tomato, capers, arugula, red onions, lemon, olive oil
Asparagi di CampoUS$12.00
Asparagus sauteed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh Pecorino Romano cheese

Ristotto

PescatoreUS$26.00
arborio rice, shrimp, calamari, diver scallops, lump crabmeat, shallots, prosecco, lobster broth
Tre FunghiUS$24.00
arborio rice, imported wild mushroom, grated parmigiano cheese, grilled asparagus tips, white truffle oil

Insalate

Verde MistaUS$9.00
organic mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet roasted shallots vinaigrette
Tre ColorUS$10.00
arugula, endives, radicchio, sun dried tomato, lemon vinaigrette
Alla CesareUS$11.00
hearts of romaine, classic Caesar dressing, toasted croutons, parmesan
BiancaUS$12.00
endives, artichokes, hearts of palm, white mushrooms, shaved parmesan, champagne vinaigrette

What 1,497 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cellini offers a warm, inviting dining experience with "wonderful service" and consistently "delicious food." Guests rave about the "great atmosphere" and "ample portions" that make it a perfect spot for both business lunches and intimate dinners. Regulars appreciate its "excellent value" and "friendly, attentive staff," ensuring memorable meals time after time.

1,497 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience. So accommodating. We have a party of 14 including 4 toddlers. Loved it all
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Sheila
VIP
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter was rude and trying to rush us out since the restaurant was crowded. We called the owner over and he was quite cordial and reassured us that we didn’t have to rush and he would take our order when we were ready. Dino was charming and gave us great recommendations for our meal, which was excellent. The food was delicious and we will probably venture over to Cellini in the future again.
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Scott
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful service with old New York feel. Great for lunch!
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RON
New York City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice lunch - place was packed - the food is good thanks
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Ritik
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It was a tourist trap. The food was terrible and overpriced. Avoid this place!!!
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John
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
absolutely amazing food service and ambience every time i go to cellini.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurant is top quality. The food is superb & the service makes the whole dining experience to a delightful level. Thank you.
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James
VIP
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lobster bisque was thin. The veal Marsala we ordered came back as lemon veal. The seafood risotto was very good. It is no longer worth the money. We are not going back.
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John
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been going to Cellini’s for 23 years. It’s perfect!
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Sheryl
VIP
Phoenix
182 reviews
4.0
182 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We always enjoy Cellini when we are back in Manhattan.
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FAQs

Cellini offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 751-1555.

Cellini is rated 4.7 stars by 1497 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Cellini

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Midtown East

Make a booking

2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

65 East 54th St, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

Cross Street
Madison and Park Ave.
Area
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is also a private garage located directly across the street.
Public transit
E or M train to 53rd and 5Ave
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dino Arpaia
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.cellinirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(212) 751-1555
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties up to 10 - 200 people and have private areas available.

Cellini

Cellini

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti Carbonara

Rigatoni Bolognese

Linguine Alle Vongole

Pasta

Penne Alla NormaUS$19.00

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$20.00

Rigatoni BologneseUS$19.00

Linguine Alle VongoleUS$22.00

Spaghetti Al Frutti Di MareUS$23.00

Gnocchi Al GorgonzolaUS$21.00

Rigatoni Alla MatricianaUS$19.00

Spaghetti Con PolpetteUS$19.00

Pasta Al Forno

ImbustataUS$25.00

Pesce

Salmone PrimaveraUS$24.00

Sapore Di MareUS$26.00

Spada Alla LivorneseUS$27.00

Tonno All'Aceto BalsamicoUS$28.00

Gamberi Al LimoneUS$29.00

Carne

Pollo PizzaiolaUS$23.00

Pollo FranceseUS$22.00

Vitello ParmigianoUS$26.00

Vitello MilaneseUS$25.00

Vitello BoscaioloUS$28.00

Vitello PantelleriaUS$26.00

Bistecca FlorentinaUS$45.00

Agnello GrigliatoUS$52.00

Antipasti

Caprese con PeperoniUS$12.00

Carpaccio di ManzoUS$14.00

Prosciutto di ParmaUS$13.00

Broccoli di RapeUS$10.00

Calamari GrigliatiUS$13.00

Vongole all OriganateUS$13.00

Gamberi ToscanaUS$15.00

Polipo GrigliatoUS$14.00

Asparagi di CampoUS$12.00

Ristotto

PescatoreUS$26.00

Tre FunghiUS$24.00

Insalate

Verde MistaUS$9.00

Tre ColorUS$10.00

Alla CesareUS$11.00

BiancaUS$12.00

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Cellini

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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