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Orso - NYC, New York, NY

Orso - NYC

4.8
4.8
2290 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
21:00
Booked 28 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 2,290 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 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.

2,290 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was super accommodating. Food, chicken dish, wonderful. Bottle of wine, atmosphere conducive to conversation…perfect.

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  2. Raul

    VIP

    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent. Victor is an outstanding chef. Has not missed in 20 years.

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  3. Amber

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great! Rosemary pizza bread was inctedible!!!! Waiter asked if we were going to a show and worked quickly to ensure we had plenty of time.

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  4. Lorelei

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at Orzo on New Year Day. From Glenn who welcomed us in and checked out coats to Cheryl our server- we felt truly taken care of. The pasta fagioli was delicious along with our dinners. Highly recommend for those looking for a quiet, clean, and charming Italian restaurant.

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  5. Brad

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food in a cozy location! Somewhat limited menu, but all the food was amazing!

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  6. michelle

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved my experience there just like I have over decades. The food was excellent, the  service, charming, the ambience, intimate and lovely. 

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  7. EDward

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This sister restaurant to Joe Allen falls short. Not very busy, poor service, odd menu...Stick with Joe Allens!

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  8. Ken

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food! The rigatoni was great. The cannellini beans were a perfect side for my wife and I to share.

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  9. Yvonne

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a quaint and charming spot in NYC! All staff were friendly and welcoming….from the coat check to waitstaff. We very much enjoyed our experience and would go back again!

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  10. Joe

    VIP

    New York City

    100 reviews

    2.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The staff was actually quite pleasant. The problem began when I sat down awaiting my friend. It was quite cold. The staff diligently attempted to help warm the place up but the problem came and went over and over again. Apparently the staff, who was quite polite, doesn’t pour your wine and water. Something they pointed out earlier. The food was sub optimal. The oysters were recently frozen and my friends liver dish was inedible. This place has slipped dramatically over the years when I last attended. Again staff was polite, but this goes on my do not attend list.

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Orso - NYC is rated 4.8 stars by 2290 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:00
Booked 28 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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