Amali – Mediterranean
Stepping into this airy Upper East Side sanctuary feels like a transportive escape to a sun-drenched Mediterranean villa, where rustic wooden accents and soft, golden lighting create an atmosphere of effortless coastal elegance. The kitchen breathes life into the vibrant bounty of the land and sea, crafting plates where the fragrance of fresh oregano and the bright zest of cold-pressed olive oil elevate seasonal ingredients into a soulful celebration of regional tradition.
115 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022 +1-212-339-8363 https://www.amalinyc.comRating: 4.3/5 (550 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, dairy-free, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, low-sodium, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, raw-food, zone, low-fodmap, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, mayo-clinic, pegan
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Amali for its flawless balance of warm, sophisticated ambiance and thoughtful, attentive service. Guests rave about the food quality, highlighting standout dishes like the addictive spicy feta, freshly baked sesame bread with whipped cheese, and the beautifully cooked duck breast with poached pear. Reviewers also celebrate the brunch tasting menu as a great value and recommend saving room for the huge portion of Basque cheesecake. While the experience is widely described as exceptional for special occasions, some guests advise checking the bill carefully regarding se
Menu
- Choice Of Three - $22: Prosciutto Ruliano, Coppa, Chorizo Iberico, Roccolo Castelbelbo, Pecorino Barricato, Taleggio Vero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- All Six - $40: Prosciutto Ruliano, Coppa, Chorizo Iberico, Roccolo Castelbelbo, Pecorino Barricato, Taleggio Vero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Parsnip Hummus - $13: Tahini, Harissa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Labneh - $12: Za’atar, Roasted Scallion Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- Baba Ghanoush - $13: Espelette, Lemon
- Spicy Feta - $16: Charred Jalapeño, Pistachio, Honey
- Mezze Platter - $48: All Four Dips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Pan con Tomate - $10: Confit Tomato, Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Half Dozen Oysters - $24: Thai Chili Mignonette, Lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Scallop Crudo - $22: Sesame, Ginger, Chive Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Tuna Crudo - $25: Caviar, Scallion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Salmon Carpaccio - $24: Calamansi, Chive, Caviar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Tasmanian Beef Carpaccio - $28: Green Olive Aioli, Parmigiano, Watercress Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Raw-Food
- Spanish Octopus - $27: Cannellini and Black Eyed Peas, Celery Root Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Gem Lettuce - $18: Radish, Fennel, Sesame Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Kale Salad - $19: Honeycrisp Apple, Feta, Pistachio Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Lectin-Free
- Stracciatella - $24: Delicata Squash, Oregano, Pepitas Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- Tagliolini - $29: Mushroom Ragu, Thyme, Parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Linguine - $32: Long Island and Razor Clam Vongole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Risotto - $25: Butternut Squash, Taleggio, Sage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Spaghetti - $27: Tomato Confit, Basil, Stracciatella, Pine Nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Agnolotti - $27: Chestnut, Sage, Apple Balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Swordfish - $39: Romesco, Butter Beans, Olives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Golden Tilefish - $37: Coconut Saffron, Rainbow Chard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Australian Grass-Fed Filet Mignon - $56: Wild Mushroom, Wilted Greens, Cipollini Onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Candida
- Tamarind Chicken - $32: Basmati, Lime Yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, South-Beach, Zone, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Colorado Lamb Chops - $65: Black Garlic Molasses, Mint Salsa Verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Canary Island Branzino - $110: Beurre Blanc, Capers, Herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Happy Valley Ribeye - $125: Bone Marrow Gratin, Au Jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Fingerling Potatoes - $12: Tahini Butter, Miso, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Low-Fodmap, Mayo-Clinic
- Bloomsdale Spinach - $12: Garlic, Olive Oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Roasted Broccoli - $12: Salmoriglio, Pine Nut, Rosemary Breadcrumb Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Roasted Squash - $12: Acorn and Delicata, Pumpkin Seed Salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida
- Basque Style Cheesecake - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Mousse - $15: Sour Cherry, Luxardo Cream
- Creme Brûlée - $14: Tahitian Vanilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Affogato - $10: Vanilla Gelato
- Gelato - Chocolate - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Gelato - Vanilla - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Lemon Sorbetto - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Bread Pudding - $16: Cardamom, Cranberry, Orange Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Amali
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- While rated expensive ($$$), reviewers celebrate the brunch tasting menu as a great value and praise the 4.3/5 food quality.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Amali supports 40 diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo, featuring dishes like parsnip hummus and canary island branzino.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the addictive spicy feta, sesame bread with whipped cheese, duck breast with poached pear, and Basque cheesecake.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the addictive spicy feta, sesame bread with whipped cheese, duck breast with poached pear, and Basque cheesecake.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided information does not list specific operating hours to confirm if Amali is currently open and operational.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.3/5, this expensive ($$$) Mediterranean restaurant is distinguished by its sophisticated ambiance, attentive service, and high-quality dishes like spicy feta.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Amali offers a 4.3/5 rated experience featuring a high-value brunch tasting menu and over 40 specific dietary menu options.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Reviewers recommend Amali for special occasions, praising its warm, sophisticated ambiance, attentive service, and high-quality dishes like the duck breast.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This expensive ($$$) Mediterranean restaurant features a 4.3/5 rating, attentive service, and recommended dishes like spicy feta and Basque cheesecake.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Rated 4.3/5, diners praise Amali's flawless balance of warm, sophisticated ambiance featuring rustic wooden accents and soft, golden lighting.