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Fresco By Scotto

3.6 (612 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Charred  Broccoli Manilla Clam Linguine Rigatoni Bolognese
Kay M.

Had been many years since my last dinner with the lovely Scotto family... Anthony was always our welcoming host, attentive to any special requests we made. I was sorry to learn he'd moved to Nashville to open a new restaurant... was hoping to reflect on past shared memories. Though no Scottos were present, my daughter and I had a terrific server and a delicious meal... linguine and clams, eggplant bolognese, and charred broccoli. So happy to have rediscovered this Italian gem. We'll be back

Tagliolini al Tartufo
Gloria M.

I came in for a cocktail a few months ago and make a note to come back for dinner because I knew it would be good based on the atmosphere. I finally was able to come back and it did not disappoint. The Tagliolini al tartufo is absolutely delicious - do not miss this dish! The service was attentive and restaurant busy, they have a dj setup one one side in the dining room and it was a really fun experience.

Cynthia B.

The most memorable thing about this restaurant was the service; Excellent, exactly what you would expect from a fine dining restaurant. However the food wasn't anything special, lacking flavor & didn't taste fresh. Overall the restaurant was just okay.

burrata
L. Eliza C.

I came here for my friend's birthday gathering. The place is spacious and high energy. We happened to be there during Kentucky Derby so watching the race here was fun as many of us were glued watching the TVs while having great dinner and drinks. The food was delicious, and the prix-fix menu included each item. You are paying for the ambiance and great food. The meal came out to $200 per person, including drinks and a tip. Great service.

Clarence B.

This was a diamond in the rough! Wife & I went on a Wednesday night, it was fairly busy at 5:30 with large and small parities. All looking like they were having a great time. The first step in the door I knew we made the right decision. Greeted with a friendly smile and polite from the get go. As you know ---So many restaurants in NY is an understatement, but this one stands out! The service was very attentive and food was incredible. Along with a very good custom drinks. It was our anniversary and to our surprise they brought out something pretty special that an accompanied our chocolate dessert! (See picture) So 5 stars for just the food and all the great selections, with a very warm feeling made it a perfect evening!! Really fits so many fascinates - business, family or couples. Can't wait to go back to try some of the other incredible dishes!!!

Angela I.

Food Service Ambiance Music and yes of course Rosanna Thank you Nicks birthday dinner was delicious it was truly the best!

The menu
Sidney Z.

In my K-Billionth time I've had Italian food in New York, I've never been disappointed. Other than Rome or Florence, New York City has this cuisine down pat: Lila in Brooklyn had the best food Il Mulino in NYC was the most elegant restaurant Campagnola also NYC was my second home away from home Rezdora Pasta Restaurant in Midtown has the most revolutionary Italian food; and this list goes on and on. Fresco By Scotto just off of Park Avenue is this modern running / Old School restaurant (I know that's an oxymoron, but.......) making classic Italian dishes the right way. We were there for a birthday party and our host ordered (almost) everything on the menu. * The chicken parm was delicious * Their Caesar salad had all of the fixings with crisp romaine, anchovies, garlic breadcrumbs * Fritto Misto with ricotta, mozzarella, tomato sauce shrimp, calamari, baby octopus, zucchini, marinara - excellent * Mama Scotto's meatballs were great being made with provolone, tomato basil sauce, whipped ricotta tomato sauce, bel paese, pecorino romano * Ragatoni Bolognese had veal and chicken ragù, parmigiano - wonderful And this list keeps on going on! Like any Italian restaurant they made a killer gin martini and the wine list was very good. The service was spot on and the ambiance was quiet and peaceful. This birthday party went off like dynamite. Everything you would want in a party happened. The people invited at Fresco By Scotto all had a terrific time

Grethel S.

We chose Fresco by Scotto to celebrate our daughter's 25th birthday, and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere was elegant, the food was incredible, and it made such a meaningful occasion even more memorable.

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Heidi F.

Fresco by Scotto is absolutely delicious with deep flavors and unique preparations. The ambiance is delightful and charming; you feel like you have escaped the city and landed in the Italian countryside. The staff is friendly and professional.

Ravioli
Leah M.

Food was absolutely tremendous! I ordered the special ravioli, and my dinner companion had the Cacio e Pepe. Both dishes were outstanding--the pasta was made in-house, and the sauces were rich and flavorful. Service was excellent--quick, attentive, and very welcoming. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with soft background music that created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Bread service
Bill S.

I'm at a Long Island Yelp event and someone at the table asked everyone what's your favorite Italian spot? Someone said Fresco By Scotto, OMG "the" best meatballs. Wait a second. I've been to Little Owl and had their meatballs. I've received the Yelp ROTD for writing about Marea. If you're telling me the best is at Fresco By Scotto then I'm going to see what the hubbub is all about. I'm going to a show at Radio City, the show starts at 7pm. I made reservations for Fresco By Scotto when they open. The day before I see everyone dancing on Instagram? I walk in, no dancing?? I'm a little early so I grab a cocktail at the bar. This restaurant is set up nicely, there is outdoor seating as well as cozy bar - seating area to meet your guests that arrive. Nice touch. My table is ready. I grab my cocktail and I'm seated at a small table. I've been reading the menu online, I want to grab a small plate and this famous meatball. I must point out, the $89 price fixe menu looks really good. I'm thinking my wife would love this menu before a Broadway show. Mental note for myself. I want to order a starter, its a toss up between the Grilled Spanish Octopus and Salmon Tartare. If my wife was dining with me, anything tartare is not an option so Tartare it is! I must say, the salmon tasted very fresh, this was a great starter and highly recommended. Now the meatball dish comes to the table. This thing is huge. I mean (Trump voice) YUGE! I also ordered the dish with the house made Chitarra. The meatball, Mama did the Scotto name proud! It was beautiful dish with lots of flavor, the meatball did not have a lot of filler, it was the perfect ratio of meat and it had a nice exterior. I also loved the dollap of ricotta cheese! Overall, I'm a fan. Thank you Mama Scotto! The housemade chitarra, it was a little too Chitarra for my liking. I understand the method with a guitar like box but it wasn't my favorite pairing with this meatball. I ate only half the pasta. Fresco By Scotto? I will return. And I wanna dance!

Menu
Samantha C.

This place is just absolutely beautiful. The moment you turn onto 52nd street from Madison, you are met with the most stunning outdoor seating area. Enter the restaurant and flowers adorn the interior. You are instantly transported into an incredible oasis, and you haven't even taken a bite of anything yet. The service here is outstanding. The staff is uniformed and all are very knowledgeable about the menu and the drinks. There was a special for the evening for every category of the menu and they all sounded incredible, specifically the past dish which sounded very refreshing with zucchini and lemon-white wine sauce. I was so torn and you know your girl loves a special, but I ended up going with another pasta dish and before I can even go into that all these pastas are made in house and fresh. Of course I had to go splitsy with my friend, so I got the lobster carbonara while my friend ordered the prosciutto and pea agnolotti and we let each other try the other's dish. Both were just outstanding. I think I liked the agnolotti a tad more but it was just that good beating out a dish with huge chunks of lobster meat. I almost forgot forgot to tell you how the meal began! We started with black pepper breadsticks and olives to the table followed by the buratta salad. The salad was perfect for two people. The buratta was delish and paired well with the sweet balsamic drizzle and pesto. And then came the pasta... Biscotti and a peppermint tea to close out the meal. Such a great one at that. Looking forward to many more visits here. I have many more pastas to try!

Sara G.

Fresco by Scotto was a lovely and upbeat lunch in NYC. This spot has been loved in New York City since its opening in November 1993. It's a family-operated establishment and you never know who you might see. Operated by the Scotto Family--Rosanna, Jenna, and Marion Scotto--Fresco by Scotto offers a family like lunch/dinner experience. The kitchen is ran by Executive Chef Benjamin Kacmarcik. Sounds odd but the blue cheese chips are no joke and you must give them a try. These are not just any chips; they are a treasure. Also, I'm not a meat eater, but the meatballs are the size of mini-basketballs. I couldn't believe it. I had the wedge salad and it was wonderful. But now, the cheesecake is about 3 pounds of goodness. Wow! This spot consistently appears in New York Magazine, Gourmet Magazine, and The New York Times, The Scotto Family's presence extends beyond the restaurant, as they frequently share their culinary skills on popular shows like "NBC's Today Show", "The Sherri Shepherd Show", "The Ellen DeGeneres Show", "Extra", "Live with Regis & Kelly", "The Jennifer Hudson Show", and "Fox 5 Good Day New York".

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Is Fresco On The Go still open for business?

No, they are aren't. The space is there but you can't order, for now.

No prices on menu? Is this price fix?

No price fix! All ala carte, but very good food!

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Walked in on a Wednesday night around 8pm and my friend and I were seated almost immediately. We…read morewere pleasantly surprised by the new Aegean menu, which featured drinks inspired by countries by the Mediterranean Sea. It was my first time there but I was expecting the menu I saw online, not this new one. We tried 2 drinks: one inspired by Turkish figs and one inspired by lemons and the "Miracle Berry", which inverts your palate and turns sour into sweet! I really enjoyed both drinks. The figs one came with a sweet fig granola bite and the lemon one really did taste sweet after eating the "Miracle Berry"! I'd definitely come back to try their many other drinks.

Wanted one more drink to end the night so stopped in late on a weeknight…read more The drinks were really quite good. I liked how they organized the menu by country/geography to facilitate an understanding of the flavor profiles. I got two of the date & fig-flavored smoked whisky drinks and it was a well made, balanced, and very good. Not cheap at some $25 or something, but middle of Manhattan with some creative ingredients means I guess it is what it is. Servers seemed a bit annoyed to have to deal with us shortly before close as I think they were hoping to usher people out and close down maybe a little early. One the one hand I get it, on the other hand you've got two paying customers on a slow night.

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4.3(1.7k reviews)
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Raines Law Room Chelsea is one of those places where the experience starts before you even sit…read moredown. The unmarked entrance and doorbell immediately set the tone, and once inside it feels like you stepped out of Manhattan and into a dark, old New York cocktail lounge. The velvet seating, curtains, low lighting, and little private nooks make the whole place feel intimate without being gimmicky. That atmosphere is very much intentional. The Chelsea location is the original Raines Law Room and is built around that hidden speakeasy experience. The cocktails were beautifully presented, and I liked that this felt like a place where you could actually sit with friends and have a conversation rather than compete with loud music. We also ordered some meat, cheese, olives, and crackers for the table, which was perfect alongside the drinks without turning the night into a full dinner. What stood out most to me was how cohesive everything felt. The drinks, glassware, lighting, service style, and decor all fit the same mood. It feels refined and special without trying too hard. Pay special attention to the bathroom wall art. Definitely not an inexpensive night out, but for a true New York cocktail bar experience, I thought Raines Law Room was absolutely worth visiting. This would be especially good for a date night or drinks with a small group.

Charming speakeasy. No sign out front. Go downstairs and ring the doorbell. I'm to,d they have 25…read morecocktails on the menu which rotates periodically. They do take reservations on Resy. Had the amber old fashioned and Fleur de Lychee which were both excellent. An excellent respite if you happen to be in Flatiron/Chelsea

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4.2(436 reviews)
1.3 mi•Flatiron
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Stopped in here for after-work drinks with some friends and loved the vibe! This has been on my…read morelist to visit for a while now and I honestly didn't realize how closeby it is! Patent Pending is has such cool speakeasy vibes, think dimmed lighting and candles at each table in a very intimate space. Our plan was to get wine and a cheese board however, the kitchen was closed due to a family emergency. We could only order chips or bar nuts with our drinks. Disappointing but what can you do? We ordered both the chips and bar nuts to go along with our drinks. And instead of wine, I opted for a cocktail! They have a pretty extensive cocktail menu with all these crazy concoctions. I went for the Strange Magic which was citrusy and refreshing. I'll definitely be back to visit again and hopefully next time will get the cheese board :)

One of my friends and I were looking to grab a drink before calling it a night. She had been to…read morePatent Pending before and had good things to say, and since it wasn't too far from us we decided to head over. Patent Pending is a speakeasy, located behind Patent Coffee. It was dark when we entered the coffee shop but an ajar door gave way to the bar. The decor is a homage to the works of Nikola Tesla, which can be seen in the subtle electric theme throughout the space and the naming of the cocktails. The space isn't too large - the bar and stools take up most of the space but they also have some booths/tables. The place looks great. The cocktail menu is very creative - I got one of their seasonal mixes that was actually two drinks in one. The main cocktail was meant to be sipped first and they provided a small glass of beer to be sipped after. The name escapes me but it was very good. Since we had cocktails at dinner, we only stayed for one round. Service was good, and overall I enjoyed my time at Patent Pending. I would definitely return to explore more of their menu.

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4.5(45 reviews)
1.2 mi•Flatiron
Full bar
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We were passing the historic, beaux arts Evelyn Hotel and decided to take a look inside. We found a…read morevery cute bar inside, and decided to have a drink. Courtney & Lee, behind the bar, were so friendly & charming, and we ended up having a very nice conversation with them while enjoying Hugo Spritz cocktails. The colorful tiles added warmth to the space; the marble bar top was beautiful; the chandeliers harken back to the hotel's 1905 beginnings. It's an intimate space with great cocktails and wonderful, welcoming staff.

Manhattan, NY (NoMad) - tucked inside the Evelyn Hotel, the dark and moody ambience of Tusk Bar…read morefeels clandestine and chic. The well-crafted cocktails present thoughtful riffs on the classics, inventive without being showy. While the dim lighting and intimate atmosphere practically beg for a secret rendezvous (there's an ostrich involved), I met up with a friend for the decidedly unscandalous purpose of doing our intention setting for the year over libations and nibbles. I opted for a pastel sour while my companion asked for a drink called The Last Word - it was no longer on the menu but they obligingly made it for us anyway. The menu consists of mostly small plates and is seafood forward, but we shared a petite dish of steak frites, tender and cooked perfectly medium rare. Our server was very sweet but service was slow on the night, and by the time we received our utensils the food was cold. However we were not rushed and were able to linger a bit to finish our conversation. For those who savor finely concocted cocktails paired with fresh raw bar offerings in a salon-like setting, this is the spot for you.

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