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Orso - NYC, New York, NY

Orso - NYC

4.9
4.9
2272 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Opened in 1983 by Theatre District restaurateur Joe Allen, Orso serves regional Italian cuisine in a cozy, intimate setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 489-7212
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Flores
  • Area
    Theater District
  • Cross Street
    8th Avenue
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot located immediately west of Orso on 46th Street.
  • Public transit
    Orso is located approximately five blocks from the 42nd Street and Broadway subway stop (1,9,N,R and S lines) and approximately 2 blocks from the 44th Street and 8th Avenue subway stop (A,C and E lines).
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

What 2,272 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Orso in NYC is a beloved pre-theater gem with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Regulars praise its "cozy atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a "must" for theatergoers. Though the menu is limited, it offers quality Italian dishes that consistently satisfy. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

2,272 Reviews
  1. DanaF

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food in a warm, fun atmosphere.

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  2. Bryan

    Oklahoma City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent quaint place tucked away in the theater district. Food was excellent and the waiter very attentive. Even saw a few “famous” people as well. Would highly recommend!

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  3. Paige

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is such an intimate restaurant with a great vibe to it. I had the lemon shrimp risotto and it was fantastic. The Bolognese was also divine definitely a place to drop in before a show or after. The weight staff was also wonderful.

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  4. Barbara

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and price considering it’s New York City. Shrimp risotto with lemon zest was outstanding. Sausage pasta with a deep earthy pasta sauce amazing. Genovese pizza thin crust with pesto, caramelized, roasted peppers and onions. Excellent and plenty to share! The meal was not rushed and ambiance very casual but but elegant tables like eating in Italy. Wonderful dinner ! Save room for dessert and cappuccino or latte. The gelato desserts are enough for three to share if you order one. Excellent dinner and highly recommended Italian cuisine!! Reservations are a must.

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  5. Robin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Flawless and as good as it was the gf rat time I dined there.

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  6. Sara

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had pre-theater dinner at Orso last night. We were promptly seated. The menu is small but varied. The entrees are appropriately sized. The waitstaff was attentive. We did not feel rushed. We will definitely come back.

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  7. Peter

    New York City

    95 reviews

    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The nature of the staff is very positive That makes the visitors experience Great!

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  8. Chris

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We made a late reservation, sight unseen. Orso did not disappoint. Service was exceptional, great ambiance and really good value for NYC. We will be back!

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  9. Joan

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely ambience and delicious food. Wonderful friendly service.

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  10. Heather

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing & authentic! Highly recommend. Service was awesome as well! 10 stars out of 5!

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Orso - NYC is rated 4.9 stars by 2272 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Orso - NYC

322 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036-3801

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    8th Avenue
  • Area
    Theater District
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot located immediately west of Orso on 46th Street.
  • Public transit
    Orso is located approximately five blocks from the 42nd Street and Broadway subway stop (1,9,N,R and S lines) and approximately 2 blocks from the 44th Street and 8th Avenue subway stop (A,C and E lines).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Flores
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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