Not sure about this place. Server at night was very serious! Told him I was celebrating my birthday and he didn't say anything lol. They serve a complimentary bread service (I'd skip the white roll... very dry) and some eggplant "chips" along with meat and cheese bites. Off to a good start but then I got the risotto and was disappointed. It was not creamy at all. The Salmon was standard but underwhelming. They were kind enough to remove the risotto from the bill! The cheesecake was good just wish it had a crust! Went in the morning to use my credit from the hotel and the server added a 20% grat for a Togo order! Seems odd since at night they didn't add it. read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Food was fantastic and the service was outstanding!!!! What a lovely experience for your day . Impress a date with this beautiful restaurant. read more

Was in NYC a week ago for the weekend and went to Allora Fifth Ave for dinner on Saturday night. The ambiance was what you would expect from a fine dining restaurant in Manhattan. The service was okay, but not what I would expect. I was expecting overly friendly and helpful...... The food was great; all orders were fine at our table. I was surprised when a waiter (or staff) brought a breadbasket by and offered bread. We said yes and he selected and placed a very small piece on each of our plates (that were about the size a credit card) and walked away, never to be seen again. Someone needs to tell them bread is an integral part of an Italian meal, and that cost them a STAR. read more

Elegant yet welcoming, great food and the drinks paired well with our meals. Perfect for a date night! read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Went to this restaurant due to having a credit from staying at the hotel. We went for breakfast. The food was fine even though they got my order wrong. The restaurant automatically adds 20% gratuity which was frustrating. The restaurant itself was nice for a hotel restaurant but would chose to dine again without a credit. read more

What I can say is that the pricing of dishes are fair, service meets expectations for a fine dining restaurant & the ambiance is quite nice. However, this was probably the most bland meal I've ever had. It's a shame because everything was cooked to perfection, smelled promising & as you can see looks so good on video. It just didn't taste like anything. read more

Wonderful service from the moment you step into the restaurant! Great selection of drinks and food items. They start you off with eggplant and salami cheese platter with some bread and butter. The Caesar salad was delicious as well as the Rigatoni bolognese. I topped it off with a New York cheesecake to-go. Everything was seamless down to the last detail. Definitely will be back again soon! read more

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When I entered Allora's Fifth Avenue location I was immediately greeted by a man that appeared to be the host, though after he sat me, he interestingly also wound up as our waiter. The restaurant had a large, beautiful bar in the front, followed by an elegant, white tableclothed dining room just beyond that. The place was not very crowded, but the minimal staff that were attending to the diners seemed rather irritated and disinterested. They were efficient and all, but it was certainly not what I would consider "service with a smile". Despite that, the meal was otherwise fine. Our party of three was sat at a spacious, comfortable booth. We received a small meat and cheese plate, vegetable chips, and our choice of four different types of bread (Italian, white roll, olive roll, or raisin roll). My olive roll was dry and hard, but the sweet raisin one was opposingly soft. I enjoyed these light bites with a glass of refreshing Prosecco, while we waited for our ordered starters to arrive. First, the three of us divvied up the Caesar Salad for Two, which was prepared at our tableside. Having a third of the master bowl was more than enough for one person, and the salad was delicious! I could taste the brininess and fishiness of the dressing on the crisp romaine leaves. There was a tad too much dressing for my liking, but it was tasty, so I wound up eating the whole thing. We also shared an order of the Rigatoni alla Bolognese, which was another winner! The pasta was cooked perfectly, as it was not too soft nor too al dente. The hearty sauce was so rich and flavorful that I could have eaten a bowl of it on its own. For my main course, I went with the Pollo Mt. Edna, which consisted of two pieces of bone-in chicken that were topped with sweet and cherry peppers, all in an aged, reduced balsamic vinegar. The balsamic added a tart tanginess, but was also just sweet enough that to balance out the ripe acidity. While the sauce and accoutrements were enjoyable, the chicken was tough and overcooked, which was a real bummer. After our meal, we debated about getting dessert, but the options were limited to a lot of cream-based options like Tiramisu, Creme Brulé, Key Lime Cheesecake, and so on. We preferred our desserts with more structure, so we decided to pass. Allora had its successes and its misses, but was mediocre overall. When we had arrived I had exclaimed that its atmosphere felt like that of a hotel restaurant, which made sense, as it was actually inside of one. So, it was very much a place that I would dine at if I was staying upstairs, but I would not go out of my way for as a local. read more

A friend and I were looking for a late lunch spot one Sunday. We found Allora inside a hotel. It was pretty empty so we had great service. The anti-pasta, mushroom risotto and salmon were all beautiful, fresh and delicious. read more

Brought the family here for Sunday breakfast. The kids absolutely loved the chocolate croissants, and the staff was extremely welcoming to families. Outstanding pastries and rich espresso a great start to the weekend read more

We were staying at the Le Méridien and since the restaurant is inside the hotel, they offered breakfast to guests so we decided to check it out. Overall food was decent but the service was excellent, especially from the male server from Albania We ordered the omelet which came with a variety of veggies and cheese included, and on the side came with potatoes and bread. We also got a side of fruit and potatoes. The side dishes were a bit expensive given the quantity but the taste was decent. The omelet was cooked well. We also got tea which was also good Overall a good breakfast with decent flavor and excellent service; a bit overpriced though read more

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The waitstaff don't speak very good English and they operate with their needs in mind and not those of the customer. And when it's all over the manager begs you to write a positive review if Marriott emails you. Mandatory 20% tip despite 10% tip quality service. read more

I've eaten here twice so far- and was very impressed! Much better than typical for a Marriott brand. The breakfast was perfect! Perfect scrambled eggs , amazing fennel sausage and French toast. Very friendly service. We had take out dinner to watch the basketball game and it was delicious and perfectly prepared. This restaurant is a highlight for this Le Meridian hotel! read more

The food was amazing. Table side Caesar salad, deboning of my delicious Dover Sole and tasty cocktails. The waitstaff is very gracious and accommodating. The bar is a nice spot to visit pre-dinner with good cocktails and champagne. Again a great experience. read more

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Tens, tens, tens across the board! Well, since this is Yelp and five stars is the highest rating, change that to fives across the board. I had actually wanted to go to another Italian place nearby and couldn't get a reservation and with a 4.4 rating on Yelp, this looked like a good substitute. I'm happy to say I'm glad I didn't go to the other place because Allora is outstanding. From the second we walked in (to the hotel lobby because we didn't see the outside door to the restaurant) the service was exceptional. We were made to feel so welcome and we were treated like valued guests by everyone. The pace of the service was great and allowed us time to chat and catch up as I was having dinner with cousins from Pittsburgh and we hadn't seen each other in a year. The guy who led the service team for our table went over all the wonderful sounding specials and then took our drink orders. My barrel aged old fashioned was so good I had two! My husband and I started with a Caesar salad- with anchovies- that was prepared tableside and it was absolute bliss. He had the branzino for his main course, which was also prepared tableside. He said it was outstanding. I had something called dentice Mediterranean. According to the menu it's a filet of red snapper with shrimp, scallions, parsley, cherry tomatoes and white wine lemon sauce. All I know is that it was absolutely terrific and I would order it again in a heartbeat. My cousins had pastas which they both adored. For dessert, three of us had the amazing chocolate mousse and one of us had the creme brulee. Suffice it to say, there wasn't a scrap of anything left. I honestly can't recall the last time I had such an exceptional dining experience. The team working there is perfection. I can't say enough good things about Allora. Food, service, atmosphere....it has it all. 100% recommend. read more

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Feels special every time you go but also cozy - very simply prepared but good food. Service is good read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Chocolate cake - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We had a private section just for our group, with four servers just buzzing around us. They were insanely attentive. The moment we put down our forks, they were there with new plates and cutlery - it felt like VIP treatment!The food was next level. We had the filet mignon that was so tender, lamb chops and the the branzino. Not only did everything taste amazing, but it all looked so good too. They really know how to present a dish. They suggested some wine pairings, and each one was spot-on, making the meal even more enjoyable.Honestly, it was an amazing night. Everything from the ambiance, the service, to the food was just spot on. Highly recommend! Ps. Their lamb chops were prepared table-side which was awesome. read more

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Food amazing Ambience is perfect Service impeccable Grazi Elio and staff!! I will be back again Manisha read more

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Came here for a late dinner and it was absolutely incredible. The staff was extremely friendly and our server was patient and super helpful! The vibes were upscale, dim lighting, relatively quiet atmosphere. I had the Salmon Alla Griglia ordered to the chef's recommended temperature. It was absolutely amazing. I also ordered a side of mashed potatoes, one order was a good amount for 2 people to share, and paired perfectly with the salmon. The salmon also came with a lovely sauce on the side, I'm not sure what it was called but it was delicious. For dessert, we shared the Crème Brûlée and it did not disappoint. Wonderful topping and not overly sweet. Overall, 10 out of 10 would recommend. read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Crème Brûlée - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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We went for a Valentine's Day meal at 7:45pm. 2026. It was crowded and we had a reservation but they didn't receive it. Yelp The hostess was very polite and seemed sensitive to our situation. She sat us anyway. The manager saw us and told his waitress/hostess to seat us at a table in the corner. I do not think he was aware they didn't have our reservation. It was a round larger table 4 could have sat at. I was delighted because they have tables for two that I feel are tight. I like space for all my plates. lol It was so busy and on the noisy side but they had a full house. She took our drink order and we were offered a piece of bread, choice from a variety. 1 piece to be exact. I thought that was odd. Maybe because it was a full house? We were given a small sample of antipasto. Consisted of a few slices of salami, chips of dried zucchini I think and a tiny piece of hard cheese and a smidge of butter. lol no olive oil. EVOO! That wasn't the highlight of our meal. We ordered to share baked clams, seafood ravioli of the day. 4 large pieces. DEFINITELY THE BEST EVER! I want that now. It was creamy and delicious! Main course: We had Dentice Mediterranean Filet of red snapper with shrimp, scallions, parsley, cherry tomatoes and white wine lemon sauce. ONCE AGAIN so satisfying, not salty just right. I want that now too. lol Over all, the poor wait staff were always running about to get the job done. They forgot our wine in a glass. We had to let them know and the main course took a bit to come out but I did see how the manager was working the room to make sure everything was going smoothly. I admire his demeanor. He never seemed stressed. Kind to guests. Side observation, I am not Italian but the Italian restaurants wait staff in my experience are always attentive and polite. It makes for an experience more enjoyable. We had a lovely meal and I recommend that you call for a reservation and not to attend on a busy weekend. lol. We paid our waitress/hostess, she was so overly gracious and thankful. She asked if we were from NYC and she said she was Albanian. I am sorry I did not get her name. My only reason for mentioning that. She was daring! The meal cost was $150. No dessert and 1 glass of wine. I had water with lemon. Lol Hope this helps! read more

The food and service were amazing. From when we walked through the door by a warm welcome of ambiance and class, until the time we left. Appetizers was an elegant taste to the palate. Bread served fresh and warm. The food was delicious. LASTLY..... their Cinnamon Expresso Martini was THE BEST!!! Thank you "Allora " for an awesome dining experience . read more

Don't recommend this place. Came here with a group of friends a couple weeks ago. Place was filled like 30% on a Saturday night. Definitely aimed at business lunches or taking in weekend lunches. Subpar for NY Staff wasn't very friendly and kept trying to push extra items on us. They also twice came to the table to clear alcoholic drinks that were NOT empty. For like a $20 martini, I'm going to take every last sip. We corrected the waiter the first time and he did it a second. Definitely trying to make up for the fact that the place was vacant. They provided long hots, prosciutto, and cheese for the table without asking. That ended up on the bill. I will say they tasted good though. Our table ordered the following: 2x tableside Caesar: nice prep, but wasn't very tasty Mashed potatoes: very rich and creamy. Great Rigatoni bolognese: don't recommend. It was OK at best, but there are 1000 other restaurants in the city with better versions Risotto with mushrooms: pretty good Chicken scarpiello - OK Pappardelle fra diavolo - OK Find a different place in Manhattan. Many better spots for less money read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Rigatoni bolognese - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Had dinner with friends at Allora in November. Restaurant has lovely decor and we were surprised to be only patrons in dining room, (at 8 pm) Menu was good. We had rigatoni and beef and risotto dishes. Our waiter was very accommodating as we decided on our orders. We also met the chef who was very engaging and we complimented him on our meal. At the end of our meal we were surprised with a lovely dessert in honor of our friend's birthday. The host, Stefano, was helpful in choosing a red wine. All in all, we left Allora Fifth Avenue with good memories. Will recommend Allora to friends and family in the New York area. read more

The food and service are excellent here - my favorite is the coffee! Incredible espresso drinks made by a true artist...the flavor, color and everything is perfect. Hands down the best coffee in NYC. Highly recommend!! read more

The restaurant had a charming interior, and the pasta was cooked al dente, just right. The tiramisu was excellent as well. The only thing that could be improved is faster table service. read more

The restaurant was cozy and the staff was polite. I really liked the soup and the grilled chicken -- both were flavorful. The only thing is that the drinks menu was quite limited. Otherwise, I enjoyed my meal. read more

I stayed at the hotel and had breakfast here. The menu is very limited for breakfast, just 5/6 items. The omelette was tiny and overcooked. My daughter had the continental breakfast and the croissant that came with it was horrible. Dry/not buttery or flaky. The service wasn't very attentive or polite and I realized why once the check arrived. They automatically add 20% gratuity on the check so no need to make an effort. read more

Our group of 10 friends had dinner at Allora on Saturday night. The host, Elio, and our waiter Arnold were very attentive. The food was excellent, and their service was great! We enjoyed all their suggestions and the tableside preparation of the branzino was wonderful. We all enjoyed out entries and the shared appetizers they suggested. We look forward to coming back and also visiting their 47th St. location. Thank you, Elio and Arnold, for a memorable dining experience! read more

Fun experience and engaging staff but a little disappointing. I want to start by saying that the staff was super flexible and was able to accommodate our group of 12 when we realized we made a reservation at the wrong Allora. They were also great with considering allergies and dietary restrictions for our group. The staff was also very interactive and making jokes with our table. However, some may find this fun, but I felt it was making me a little uncomfortable especially since this was a work dinner and they were making a lot of awkward jokes which I didn't love. The food was not terrible but not out of this world considering the price point. We started with appetizers which came on personalized plates. The appetizers were not very shellfish allergy friendly so warning there (I only was able to enjoy the burrata and tomato). The pesto gnocchi pasta was great but didn't feel like the flavors were phenomenal (the roasted pine nuts were a great touch though). The chocolate soufflé was delicious and they even had gluten free options. read more

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Overall, a good experience, not too crowded on a Wednesday night. Good but not exceptional food. Great service. Kind of dated interior within what I think is also kind of a dated hotel (the Meridien). Clams were good, burrata was good, proscuitto with melon featured a pretty tired melon, probably way past season. The veal parm was good but not great, served not quite hot enough, the paparadelle was good and the tableside cooked rack of lamb was quite a spectacle and very good as well. Overall, it was fine, just nothing special, I might give 3.5 stars if I could but I'll round up for the service. read more

Best breakfast I had in NYC. Peaceful, wonderful kind service. The espresso was amazing and the eggs Benedict was delicious and well cooked. The fresh fruit was fresh and prepared with care. Highly recommend read more

PERFECT dining option for solo, a big party or even a date night. I've had breakfast, lunch, and dinner and I enjoyed it all. Breakfast was hands down delicious- I had almost everything on the menu so you're set. On the lunch/dinner menu- I HIGHLY recommend the bolognaise (the sauce was outstanding) and the clam pasta. However, I do not recommend the lemon chicken as I thought it was too dry. The portions are great. read more

Dined here for lunch and was immediately blown away by the beauty of this restaurant upon arrival. It's really a gorgeous upscale venue. Food and service were both amazing. Didn't get to try any cocktails since I had to return to work but I will make it a point to return for dinner so that I can get the full experience. read more

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Food and service at this restaurant is awesome ! Maria who is the host takes care of every customer personally. Highly recommend this place for food and hospitality. read more

Allora's service and cuisine is 100% outstanding. As a person that has lived much of his youth in Italy, I can tell you Allora provides authenticity that is unparalleled . I had the good fortune to speak with one of the most gracious managers that I have ever met. Maria and her staff are able to provide a unique combination of new style and classic cuisine, all while presenting with impeccable service. read more

walking in nyc and glad we stopped here for late lunch. great food. great service. great wine.

Service was fantastic !! The bartender suggested a wonderful pino I would have loved to get the borello montepulceano but at 35 dollars well I'll take the pino lol nyc Italian wine prices are a bit CRAZY . k so now meal bread service is insane the multi raspberry bread was so delicious I hope they have it for breakfast sourdough was fresh !! So this is a 5 diamond experience they came outta with hot plates for our steak well have not experienced this even in a Michelin star restaurant and I've been to MANY. Started was a the seafood mixto grilled calamari thought I was in Greece in wow steak Diana was phenomenal a little of fatty cut but I'll forgive mushrooms sauce was outstanding, lamb chop woo wee excellent whaaa and of course a limoncello digestive well but were not in Italy standard in any decent restaurant. Arnold and John are extremely exceptional service wow John started as our bartender and he was great then Arnold came to amaze description of dishes were finalized we loved all but could only eat few Raul was a side kick came like a a secret agent let me tell you im impressed!! Dinner whoa chef let me say wow food amazing but delivery was my highlight wait desert ooooh chef is NOT PLAYING so we always get a cream brûlée to talk shite well, shite on us even your basic cream brûlée was outstanding notes of pistachios vanilla present and the panna cota desert pistachio forward ambience love every song just made romantic remembrance all wrap in one . read more

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The best Italian restaurant in New York , the hospitality the service the food everything is perfect 10/10 Recommend read more

Allora Fifth Ave - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Food and drinks were delicious. Def need to try the Caesar salad made fresh by your table. Would've given 5 stars but some of the wait staff were not very friendly. Maybe they were having a bad day. read more

I sat at the bar for the dinner, and the bartender is fantastic. I had the pasta special, which was also excellent. The owner is very affable, friendly and had many Restaurant experiences in common with me. Will definitely stay at the hotel where it's located and have dinner there again. read more