Cipriani Downtown (New York City) features Cipriani classics alongside Italian specialties, all served in a beautifully designed space adorned with art. The restaurant offers outdoor dining when the weather permits, serving lunch and dinner seven days a week in a party-like atmosphere.
Upscale scene where an international crowd tucks into Italian food chased with Bellinis.
Ariana Lucidonio
Came for a big birthday celebration with 8 people and had a great experience! The service was truly fantastic and so was the food.
The rigatoni alla vodka and bolognese were standouts. Pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and the sauces were just right – simple but delicious. The chilean sea bass fell apart to the touch. The cucumber salad was crisp and bright. All the desserts were yummy – vanilla meringue cake was fluffy and airy.
The only issue is how small the restaurant is. When I say tight quarters… i mean TIGHT! You don’t even know where to stand because a million waiters and patrons are constantly trying to maneuver through the place. It’s quite overstimulating, luckily we were a large party that was seated in the back.
… moreOliver Schultz C.
…ask the Waiter to order what he would take, that’s the easy way and it resultados. I can give the Lamb chops a 10 of 10. I nibbled the meat off the chops with my bares hands, so good were these. Attentive great service, easy to get to know your neighbor diners since the tables are very close to each other which I enjoyed a lot. Delicious & Fun ambient!
… moreGeorgia Panagiotakos
Cipriani Downtown was fantastic! The service was truly impeccable and the atmosphere warm and inviting. The Baby Artichoke and Avocado Salad with Shaved Parmesan..WOW! The steak tartare was excellent. We had the calf’s liver, which was absolutely out of this world, so rich and flavorfu! The rigatoni with zucchini was delicious. For dessert, the mille-feuille was so light and the perfect finish to the meal. Everything was beautifully prepared and the entire experience felt effortless and elegant. Highly recommend!
… moreSelin Ozguler
I went with the dish of the day and started with a delicious burrata so fresh and flavorful. The salmon and salad were excellent as well. I finished with their famous meringue cake, which was good, though slightly below my expectations compared to the other dishes. The atmosphere is amazing, the staff is very attentive, and the place never feels pretentious. My friend had a cappuccino and I had a latte both were truly fantastic, freshly made and full of flavor. And of course, their Bellini is a must have, so refreshing and perfectly balanced. On my next visit I’ll definitely try the carpaccio and pasta. Overall, Cipriani truly lives up to its quality and hype
… moreMustafa Ceceli
Cipriani stands as the very embodiment of Italian culinary heritage, a name synonymous with timeless refinement.
Each plate of pasta arrives freshly crafted, delicate yet deeply flavorful, while the main courses—consistent in taste and impossible to resist—linger in memory long after the last bite.
For over a decade, whether in Miami or New York, Cipriani has been a sanctuary of reliability and elegance, never once failing to enchant.
The atmosphere exudes effortless sophistication, the service is orchestrated by a team of consummate professionals, and no visit feels complete without raising a glass of their signature Bellini—an icon in its own right.
… moreBobomurod Muminov
The place was really crowded and we had to wait though we had a right reservation. It is really noisy spot to chat with old fellows, but if you are for the first time I would recommend you to be ready for such atmosphere. Again may be because of the crowdness we had to wait for our meals either. We ordered several types of pasta and I would rate them 7 out of 10. For a dessert we tried their bestseller but I wouldn’t say it was incredible.
… moreRaphael Sebban
Visited Cipriani Downtown for lunch and had a delightful experience. The baked white tagliolini with was good… think of it as a luxurious, Italian take on mac and cheese. I also tried the seabass pasta, which was fresh and flavorful.
The staff were friendly, and the manager took the time to check in, adding a personal touch to the meal.
The atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed, making it a great spot for a leisurely lunch.
the prices are on the higher side…even by NYC standards.
Highly recommend for a special occasion or when you’re in the mood to treat yourself.
… moreVesna Knezevic
Such a fun and unique spot! Really popular and always has a lively vibe. The food was excellent and the service was just as good. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreDinara Kantbek
We went for a lunch yesterday to this location. I didn’t really want to do a search for good spots. So asked my friend to make a reservation right away for this place, since it has been always in my list and I thought brand speaks for itself. So I don’t have to worry about anything. However I was so wrong when I got here. First of all there is no space in between tables, it is so uncomfortable to walk+there is no A/C. Weather so muggy also. I saw a only one fan in the corner, which was not a bit help. I ordered a bellini and my friend ordered wine. But the glasses that they served these drink looked like this. These type of drinks should have been served with the glasses with stem. Tuna tartare was mediocre. Nothing special. Branzino which I ordered was so bald. It didn’t have any taste. I haven’t eaten the greens that came with it. It was too salty. To be honest I can comment on and on. But in a nutshell it was very disappointing especially for this overpriced place. May be we should have commented and let servers know. But they were sweet. I didn’t want to say anything and make my friend to feel uncomfortable. So we paid for it and went to other place for coffee and dessert. Honestly restaurant could have been much better in all terms.
… moreYiyi Zhang
Service at Cipriani Downtown is excellent. The staff was friendly, fast, and very attentive. It was raining when I arrived and they immediately took care of my wet umbrella and made sure I was comfortable, which I appreciated.
The food was good, but definitely overpriced for what it was. Portion sizes were decent, and everything tasted fine, just not particularly memorable. I had the baby artichoke salad—I liked it, but didn’t love it. Their espresso is exceptional though.
They bring out bread and breadsticks, but no butter, olive oil, or even a plate to go with it, which felt a bit off for a place at this price point.
Ambiance is fine, pretty old school but not vintage / dusty feeling.
Overall, nice atmosphere and great service, but there’s definitely a mismatch between food and value.
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