Osteria 57 – Italian
Nestled in a cozy Greenwich Village corner, this candlelit sanctuary wraps diners in the rustic warmth of exposed brick and reclaimed wood, evoking the timeless charm of a hidden Mediterranean escape. The kitchen celebrates the bounty of the sea and soil, crafting vibrant, pescatarian-focused Italian dishes where handmade pastas and delicate crudos are elevated by the bright, seasonal flavors of fresh herbs and citrus. It is a place where the clink of wine glasses and the soft hum of intimate conversation turn a simple meal into a lingering, soulful experience of coastal elegance.
NY 10011 +1-212-777-0057 http://www.osteria57.com/Rating: 4.4/5 (5 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, mediterranean, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, low-fat, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-fodmap, carnivore, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise the warm, attentive service and charming atmosphere, describing the space as beautiful and intimate, though occasionally loud when busy. Standout dishes include the fresh oysters, truffle ricotta toast, and the paccheri pomodoro burrata, with the cannoli receiving enthusiastic recommendations over other desserts. Guests appreciate the Restaurant Week value and dietary accommodations like fresh gluten-free pasta, while the adjacent espresso bar is celebrated for its delicious pastries and coffee.
Menu
- Traditional Italian Seafood Dishes: North-Atlantic delicacies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Lobsters: Rigorously from Maine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Homemade Pasta: Gluten free, crafted in the back room Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shamanic Dinner: Recurring special event
- Cooking Classes: With Chef Orfino
Frequently Asked Questions about Osteria 57
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This cozy, candlelit Mediterranean sanctuary features an intimate atmosphere with rustic exposed brick, though it can be loud when busy.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu offers 22 dietary categories including keto and gluten-free, featuring pescatarian-focused seafood, lobsters, and homemade pastas.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Osteria 57 is a pescatarian-focused Italian restaurant featuring unique Shamanic Dinners, cooking classes, and fresh handmade gluten-free pasta.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.4/5, this expensive ($$$) Italian restaurant distinguishes itself with a pescatarian-focused menu, fresh gluten-free pasta, and warm, attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- While rated expensive ($$$), guests appreciate the Restaurant Week value and give the restaurant an average rating of 4.4/5.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This expensive ($$$) pescatarian-focused Italian restaurant features an intimate atmosphere and standout dishes like paccheri pomodoro burrata and cannoli.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Osteria 57 is categorized as an expensive restaurant, falling within the three-dollar sign ($$$) price range.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.4/5 rating, this expensive ($$$) Italian restaurant offers a beautiful, intimate, candlelit atmosphere perfect for dates and occasions.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Keto and low-carb options include lobsters, while gluten-free choices feature lobsters and homemade pasta; vegan dishes are not explicitly listed.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Lobsters support keto and paleo diets, homemade pasta offers vegetarian and gluten-free options, and seafood dishes are pescatarian and mediterranean.