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Sistina, New York, NY

Sistina

4.7
4.7
1635 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
WE DON’T RESERVE SPECIFIC TABLES
WHICHEVER TABLE WE HAVE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL IS WHERE YOU WILL BE SEATED
WE DON’T HAVE HIGHCHAIRS OR BOOSTER SEATS & WE DON’T ALLOW STROLLERS INDOORS
WE DON’T PERMIT OUTSIDE ITEMS (liquor,flowers & cake)
PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE: LET US KNOW 1 DAY IN ADVANCE IF YOU DECREASE YOUR PARTY SIZE TO AVOID THE $150 PER PERSON CHARGE
Sistina restaurant, one of the most highly rated Italian restaurants in New York City, has been impressing its sophisticated clientele for over 40 years. Host/owner/chef Giuseppe Bruno, the Zagat Survey's "Host of the Year", is responsible for every aspect of his restaurant, from greeting his devoted patrons, to preparing special meals and dishes upon request.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel your reservation please let us know a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Failure to notify the restaurant will result in a $50 cancelation fee per person in the group.
DRESS CODE: We politely ask that you please avoid SHORTS & FLIP FLOPS.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-7660
  • Website
    http://sistinany.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Bruno
  • Private party facilities
    Sistina's Winter Garden is perfect for intimate gatherings, hosting up to 40 guests with a luxurious atmosphere, large windows, skylights, and exquisite art. Opt for a complete buyout for up to 80 guests, including the main dining room, garden room, and bar for an elevated dining experience.
  • Location
    24 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    Madison and Fifth Ave
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
  • Public transit
    the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Ave<br />the 4,5 &amp; 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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What 1,635 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

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Sistina offers an exquisite dining experience with "outstanding food" and an "exceptional staff" in a beautiful setting. Known for its innovative Italian dishes, the restaurant provides an elegant yet cozy ambiance, making it perfect for special occasions. While it is pricey, the "impeccable service" and attention to detail make it worth visiting.

1,635 Reviews

  1. James

    New York City

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Artichoke in my salad had inedible choke on it. My tuna was not cooked to my temperature request and it was tough and tasteless

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  2. Lisa

    New York City

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Atmosphere lovely as was the captain. The two people who cleared tables stood in the middle Of the dining room like statues high was a bit odd. Fun evening. Interestingly the only downside was the lukewarm appetizers (we ordered z3 and none came out hot), and the under seasoned food. Salt and pepper were needed as was basic flavor. Profiteroles just basic.

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  3. Nancy

    New York City

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful restaurant and fantastic food. A great place for a celebratory dinner. One of my favorite restaurants in NYC

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  4. Nicki

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience in all Regards. Would. Absolutely go back

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  5. Nicole

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It seems that Sistina has changed, and unfortunately, not for the better. While the food is still incredible, the atmosphere feels different—more pretentious. My husband and I were very disappointed because we had been raving about Sistina to my mom. We finally brought her there, but the experience wasn't the same as we remembered.

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  6. bindiboo

    Denver

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second visit to Sistina. We were not disappointed. The food was outstanding and the service impeccable. We shared the eggplant appetizer, it was delicious. We both had the spaghetti cacio e pepe. It was incredible, cooked perfectly, creamy sauce with a bite of pepper. My husband then ordered the tartufo! It was enormous and delectable. I helped him eat it! Both visits we were seated in the lovely glass jellyfish room. The large window’s natural light is wonderful, although the inner room is quiet and romantic too! I am Italian and come from a family of great cooks…very fussy about Italian food. If you are as well, you will be delighted with Sistina!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely blew us out of the water. Sooo so good!!

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  8. Gary

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    we had a reservation for 9pm for 4 people. we arrived on time and were seated almost 15 minutes later. this was not a big deal to us. the wine service was excellent and the wine stewart was spot on with wine choices. the problems we encountered were a very rushed service and multiple mistakes made with our orders. for $300 per person this is just unacceptable. not only were we rushed to order everything but when the entrees arrived 2 of the 4 were wrong. one was fixed right away but the other did not come to the table until the other 3 were finished eating. not only am I Italian but i am also a really good cook and visit Italy often. I do know good Italian food. there are many Italian restaurants in Manhattan that are far better and for half the price or less. i wish we had gone for pizza instead. i came to this place based on a Wine Spectator review and vow never to go to a high end restaurant without a personal recommendation from one of my foodie friends. the evening was supposed to be a special occasion but really turned out to be a total bummer. save your money and go to lower Manhattan for real Italian food.

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  9. Darryl

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sistina offers an incredible selection of specials every day featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients. They also have the best pasta dishes in the city and a sophisticated cocktail and wine program in a beautiful townhouse setting, perfect for dates, special occasions, and out-of-town guests.

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  10. Rosalind

    New York City

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service at a totally UES gem.

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FAQs

Sistina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 861-7660.

Sistina is rated 4.7 stars by 1635 OpenTable diners.

Sistina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sistina

24 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Madison and Fifth Ave
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest parking garage is located on 80th st. between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue.
  • Public transit
    the local 6 train stops at 77th street and Lexington Avethe 4,5 & 6 trains stop at 86th street and Lexington Ave
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Bruno
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    http://sistinany.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-7660
  • Private party facilities
    Sistina's Winter Garden is perfect for intimate gatherings, hosting up to 40 guests with a luxurious atmosphere, large windows, skylights, and exquisite art. Opt for a complete buyout for up to 80 guests, including the main dining room, garden room, and bar for an elevated dining experience.

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