Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria – Italian
Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria captures the vibrant spirit of the Italian coast and countryside, where the warmth of a wood-fired oven meets the breezy elegance of a Mediterranean escape. Sun-ripened produce and fresh catches from the sea come together on plates of artisanal pasta and blistered, thin-crust pizzas, each bite celebrating the harmony of simple, high-quality ingredients. Guests find a welcoming sanctuary where authentic flavors and heartfelt hospitality turn every meal into a leisurely celebration of the good life.
994, Columbus Avenue, New York, NY, 10025 +1-212-665-2970 https://ortomare.com/Rating: 4.7/5 (530 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, gluten-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, zone, raw-food, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine, Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria wins over diners with standout dishes like the "best ever" ribeye, perfectly grilled octopus, and wood-fired pizzas. Guests frequently praise the cozy, romantic atmosphere, describing it as warm and inviting, though some note it can get crowded. While service experiences vary from exceptionally friendly and attentive to occasionally lackluster, the majority of reviewers highlight the welcoming staff and "nonna-style" meatballs. This family-owned gem is highly recommended for its delicious food and intimate vibe.
Menu
Salads & Appetizers
- Cesare - $14: Classic Caesar salad (add grilled chicken 5.00 / add grilled shrimp 6.00) Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Bietole e spinaci - $15: Red beets, baby spinach, walnuts and goat cheese in a balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Romana - $15.5: Arugula, fresh pear, fennel and parmigiano cheese in lemon dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Polpettine - $16: Slowly cooked meatballs in tomato sauce from our brick oven Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Calamari fritti - $17: Semolina crusted fried calamari with spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Parmigiana Di Melanzane - $16.5: Baked eggplant parmigiana style Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Caprese - $16.5: Fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes and basil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Carciofi e zucchine - $16.5: Crispy fried artichokes and zucchini drizzled with taleggio cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Ortomare - $18.5: Grilled garden vegetables, grilled calamari and grilled shrimp, drizzled with e.v.o.o 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, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
Pasta
Gluten free and whole pasta available add $3
- Rigatoni alla Norma - $22: Rigatoni pasta with eggplant, tomato sauce and shaved dry aged ricotta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Penne Rosate - $19: Tomato and cream vodka sauce (add chicken 5.00 / add shrimp 6.00) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gnocchi alla Sorrentina - $22: Homemade gnocchi with tomato sauce, basil and fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Ravioli - $22: Homemade spinach and ricotta cheese ravioli in a fresh tomato and basil sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fettuccine alla Bolognese - $22.5: Homemade fettuccine with traditional beef bolognese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Bucatini All'Amatriciana - $22.5: Bucatini pasta with pancetta, onions, fresh tomato sauce and pecorino romano cheese Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Linguine alle Vongole - $23: Homemade linguine with clams, garlic and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Fettuccine con funghi e spinaci - $22.5: Homemade fettuccine with wild mushrooms, spinach, garlic and e.v.o.o. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Pappardelle Ortomare - $23.5: Homemade pappardelle pasta with asparagus and shrimp in a light tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Spaghetti alla Carbonara - $22.5: Pancetta, pecorino romano cheese, eggs and black pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Main Courses
- Braciola di Pollo - $26: Stuffed chicken with spinach and fontina, shiitake and marsala sauce, mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo alla Parmigiana - $26.5: Traditional chicken parmigiana served with spaghetti tomato and basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salmone alla Griglia - $27: Grilled salmon fillet with grilled asparagus, roasted potatoes and asparagus puree Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Tagliata ai Ferri - $32.5: Grilled NY strip steak with green peppercorn sauce, roasted patatoes and sauteed spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Branzino - $28: Grilled mediterranean sea bass served with roasted potatoes and sauteed spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Burger Nostro - $19: Grilled beef burger with fontina cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato and fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Broccoli rabe - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-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, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Spinach - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Asparagus - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-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, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Pizze Rosse
Red Pizzas
- Margherita Classica - $16: Mozzarella, tomato and basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Diavola - $19.5: Tomato, mozzarella, hot soppressata Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Norcina - $20: Mozzarella, tomato, sausage and mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Quattro Stagioni - $21: Tomato, mozz., artichoke, ham, olives and mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegetariana - $21: Tomato, mozzarella and assorted fresh vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Parmigiana di Melanzane - $19.5: Mozzarella, tomato, eggplant, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Prosciutto Crudo - $22.5: Mozzarella, tomato, prosciutto, arugula and parmigiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Pizze Bianche
White Pizzas
- Quattro formaggi - $18.5: Mozzarella, parmigiano, fontina, talegio Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bianca del Diavolo - $19.5: Mozzarella, hot soppressata and ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Artichoke - $21: Artichoke hearts, mozzarella, olives and truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Calzone Classico - $19.5: Mozzarella, ricotta, Italian ham, light tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tartufata - $22: Mozzarella, truffle cream spread, prosciutto di Parma Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Broccoli rabe & Salsiccia - $21.5: Broccoli rabe, mozzarella and sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Burrata - $21.5: Burrata cheese, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Toppings - $3: Prosciutto, Pancetta, Ham, Sausage, Soppressata, Mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu offers 35 dietary options including keto, vegan, and gluten-free, featuring wood-fired pizzas, artisanal pastas, and grilled seafood dishes.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Ortomare supports keto, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and mediterranean diets with dishes like Caprese, Salmone alla Griglia, Asparagus, and Spinach.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria has an overall rating of 4.7/5, based on the feedback and experiences shared by its many customers.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer concerns include the restaurant getting crowded and service experiences that range from exceptionally friendly to occasionally lackluster.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Ortomare accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan Asparagus, gluten-free Salmone alla Griglia, keto Caprese, and vegetarian Penne Rosate.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria offers good value with moderate ($$) pricing and a 4.7/5 rating based on its celebrated authentic Italian cuisine.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria has a website at https://ortomare.com/, but the provided data does not mention online ordering options.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Ortomare is suitable for families, offering a welcoming atmosphere with wood-fired pizzas, artisanal pasta, and "nonna-style" meat dishes.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria is operational with an active website at https://ortomare.com/, though specific opening hours are not provided.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Ortomare Ristorante Pizzeria offers a casual yet refined experience with a moderate ($$) price level and a cozy, romantic atmosphere.
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