Pisticci – Italian
Bathed in the soft glow of candlelight and the soulful strains of live jazz, this neighborhood sanctuary wraps guests in a rustic embrace of exposed brick and local art. The kitchen breathes life into traditional Southern Italian flavors, where the aroma of slow-simmered ragu mingles with the brightness of farm-to-table produce to create plates of silky, hand-rolled pasta. Every meal feels like a spirited celebration of community and craft, offering a timeless escape that lingers long after the last drop of wine is poured.
125 La Salle Street, New York, NY 10027 +1219323500 https://www.pisticcinyc.com/Rating: 4.5/5 (1489 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Pisticci for its inviting, chic atmosphere and warm hospitality, with staff frequently described as attentive and friendly. Standout dishes include the "mouth-watering" steamed mussels in spicy tomato sauce, the Halibut special, and an exceptional Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage that one guest called the best in the city. Reviewers also highlight the fresh ingredients found in the fettuccine ala vodka and seafood pasta, though one diner noted a metallic taste from the utensils. Overall, guests celebrate the restaurant as a charming destination worth the tr
Menu
Dinner: Insalate
Salads served during dinner service.
- Insalata Mista - $13: Tender mesclun mix with cherry tomatoes and a creamy whipped balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kale Salad - $18: Baby kale, spicy walnuts, radish, and basil buttermilk dressing, drizzled with acacia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Beet Salad - $18: Baby arugula, beets, toasted pistachio, goat cheese, tomatoes & drizzle of lemon and oil Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Insalata Pisticci - $17: Baby spinach tossed with crispy potatoes and pancetta lardons, drizzled with an aged balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Shaved Fennel Salad - $18: Fennel, string beans, black olives, bell pepper and gorngonzola, with extra virgin oil and fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Dinner: Antipasti
Appetizers and starters.
- Roasted Garlic Bread - $10: Whole cloves roasted until sweet, spread over ciabatta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Minestrone - $11: Clear tomato & al dente veggies like Nonna makes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Steamed Artichoke - $16: Served with a velvety dip of lemon & extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Asparagi Grigliati - $17: Grilled asparagus, roasted red pepper, & homemade mozzarella drizzled with a balsamic reduction
- Burrata Caprese - $19: Imported burrata with marinated tomatoes and homemade pesto Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fresh Steaming Mussels - $19: A generous portion of juicy mussels in our spicy tomato basil broth Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
Dinner: La Buona Pasta
Classic pasta dishes.
- Spaghetti Al Pomodoro - $14: Our classic tomato sauce cooked to perfection with molto TLC Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe - $18: Bitter greens, garlic, & peperoncino in a seductive broth Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Prosciutto E Spinaci - $20: Spaghetti tossed with prosciutto & baby spinach in garlic & oil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC
- Penne Pisticci - $21: In a yellow and red vine tomato sauce with chunks of homemade mozzarella and basil chiffonade
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $22: Vodka, light cream, tomato, aged parmigiano, and the perfect bite of spice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Fettuccine Ai Funghi - $21: Homemade fettucine tossed with a trio of warm, earthy mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Pappardelle Alla Bolognese - $23: Flat ribbon pasta cut in house just for our famous bolognese sauce
- Tuscan Bean Ravioli - $19: Fresh ravioli with a hearty filling of ricotta and cannellini, served in a tomato cream sauce
- Maltagliati with Ricotta, Spinach and Lamb - $24: Slow cooked lamb ragu over flat noodles with baby spinach and a dollop of ricotta to keep it light Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Dinner: Secondi Piatti
Main courses.
- Meatballs and Polenta - $19: Flat ribbon pasta cut in house just for our famous bolognese sauce
- Chicken In Sage - $26: Citrus marinated chicken paillard, grilled with sage and served under a bed of baby arugula and chopped plum tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Grilled Salmon Filet - $29: Served medium rare with oven roasted potatoes & tomatoes & broccoli rabe Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Black Angus Skirt Steak - $32: Seared on the grill with a mixed farm salad & rosemary potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Dinner: Contorni
Side dishes.
- Sauteed Greens - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Broccoli Rabe - $9 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Imported Italian Sausage - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Roasted Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Lunch: Insalate
Weekday lunch salads.
- Insalata Mista - $10: Tender mesclun mix with cherry tomatoes and a creamy whipped balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- House Caeser Salad - $14: Chopped hearts of romaine tossed in a classic anchovy-based dressing, served with baked parmesan crisps and a hard-boiled egg
- Insalata Pisticci - $16: Baby spinach tossed with crispy potatoes and pancetta lardons, drizzled with an aged balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Beet Salad - $17: Sliced beets, toasted pistachio, goat cheese, over baby arugula Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Roasted Pumpkin Salad - $16: Roasted pumpkin caramelized until slightly sweet, shiitake mushroom, feta, pignoli nuts, and a light honey balsamic dressing over baby spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Lunch: Zuppa
Soup.
- Minestrone - $9: Clear tomato & al dente veggies like Nonna makes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Lunch: Pasta Piccola
Smaller pasta portions for lunch.
- Penne Pisticci - $14: In a yellow and red vine tomato sauce with chunks of homemade mozzarella & fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Prosciutto E Spinaci - $15: Spaghetti tossed with prosciutto & baby spinach in garlic & oil
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $16: Vodka, light cream, tomato, aged parmigiano, and the perfect bite of spice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fettuccine Mushroom - $17: Fresh fettucine with a trio of portobello, shiitake, & cremini mushrooms in a light wine sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Lunch: Panini
Served with a side of greens.
- Prosciutto Mozzarella - $14: Imported prosciutto and mozzarella fatta in casa with fresh basil leaves & pomodoro on italian ciabiatta
- Tuna Arrabiata - $14: Imported italian tuna (makes all the difference), special spices, thin sliced jalapeno and tomato on italian ciabiatta Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Pollo Perfecto - $14: Citrus marinated chicken breast, baby arugula, tomato & basil aioli on italian ciabiatta Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Garden Goodness - $14: Portobello mushroom caps, sliced avocado, red onion, tomato & melted provolone on multigrain bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Brunch: Classics
Weekend brunch classics.
- Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - $17: The legend lives on, possibly the best pancakes you will ever have Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Challah French Toast - $17: With, italian mascarpone, seasonal fruit, and organic maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bacon Egg And Cheese - $15: On a freshly baked croissant with thick cut bacon and roasted potatoes on the side
- Avocado Toasts - $15: Avocado and chickpea mash, with Maldon sea salt flakes and Calabrian chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Spinach Feta Omelette - $16: Baby spinach, feta crumbles, and three eggs with greens and potatoes on the side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Uova Contadine - $17: Two poached eggs with a rich peperonata sauce over ciabatta crostini with greens and potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Steak And Eggs - $24: Black angus hanger steak with soft scrambled eggs & a side salad
Brunch: Healthy vs. Hearty
Salads and pasta for brunch.
- Beet Salad - $18: Sliced beets, toasted pistachio, goat cheese, over baby arugula Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Roasted Pumpkin Salad - $17: Roast pumpking caramelized until slightly sweet, with shiitake mushroom slivers, feta crumbles, pignoli nuts, and a honey balsamic dressing over baby spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grilled Salmon Salad - $24: Served medium rare, with a bed of farm greens with whipped balsamic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fettuccine Carbonara - $19: Fresh ribbon pasta tossed with pancetta, eggs & cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Spaghetti Al Pomodoro - $14: Our classic tomato sauce cooked to perfection with molto TLC Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $22: Vodka, light cream, tomato, aged parmigiano, and the perfect bite of spice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Brunch: Sides
Extra sides for brunch.
- Thick Cut Bacon - $8 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Smoke Salmon - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sausage - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Potatoes - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Frequently Asked Questions about Pisticci
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include steamed mussels, the Halibut special, Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage, fettuccine ala vodka, and seafood pasta.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Pisticci accommodates mixed needs with over 40 dietary tags, offering vegan, keto, and gluten-free options like Garlic Fried Rice and Szechuan Beef.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Pisticci specializes in Italian cuisine, specifically focusing on traditional Southern Italian flavors, hand-rolled pasta, and fresh farm-to-table produce.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Pisticci offers a chic, inviting atmosphere with candlelight and live jazz at a moderate ($$) price point, suitable for upscale casual dining.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Pisticci offers good value with a moderate ($$) price level, a 4.5/5 rating, and consistently praised high-quality Italian dishes.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Pisticci features an inviting, chic, and rustic atmosphere with candlelight, live jazz, exposed brick, local art, and warm hospitality.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data does not specify the total number of reviews for Pisticci, although it holds an average rating of 4.5/5.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers praise the chic atmosphere, attentive staff, steamed mussels, Halibut special, and the city's best Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners consistently praise Pisticci for its inviting, chic atmosphere and warm hospitality, which contributes to its 4.5/5 average rating.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- This restaurant features a moderate price range, which is officially designated by the moderate ($$) price level symbol.
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