Torrisi

Torrisi is hands down my favorite restaurant in NYC! From the moment you walk in, the energy is electric, the service is warm and polished, and the food--absolutely incredible. Every dish is packed with flavor, beautifully presented, and perfectly balanced. You can tell there's real passion behind every plate.The atmosphere is just as impressive as the menu--elevated yet inviting, making it perfect for a special night out or just an unforgettable meal. I'm already counting down the days until I can go back! If you're lucky enough to get a reservation, don't hesitate--you're in for something truly special.Can't wait to return!

Gorgeous interior and excellent food. Our waiter was attentive, but the only downside was that, despite having three people in our party, we were seated at an extremely small table meant for two. There was barely any room for service dishes, which made dining a bit uncomfortable.Many dishes have a noticeable Asian flavor twist, which I personally loved. My favorite was definitely the Capellini Cantonese--such an excellent balance of flavors. The Italian & American Hams with Zeppole was also delicious, and the Octopus Nha Trang was a delight. However, the Cavatelli with Jamaican Beef Ragu was disappointing and didn't meet my expectations.

Came for my birthday and it was great but I don't think it completely lives up to the hype it's getting. The service was absolutely phenomenal I will say. Our waiter was so attentive and so helpful with recommendations. We ordered a ton of food and it ended up being the perfect amount for 2 people so come prepared to order a ton or don't come hungry. For apps we got the oysters, the Italian and American hams and zeppole, cucumber salad, and the crudo. The oysters were already dressed and delicious. The cucumber salad was very refreshing and different than any cucumber salad I've had before, couldn't stop eating it. I personally would skip the zeppole and ham dish. They recommended that you put the ham in the zeppole and eat it like a sandwich but the zeppole was greasy and overwhelming and I couldn't taste the ham when I ate it the suggested way. The Crudo was good but I mostly tasted olive oil. I wouldn't get it again. For the pasta dishes we got the tortellini pomodoro which many have called the best pasta dishes in NYC and we got the cavatelli with Jamaican beef ragu. The tortellini pomodoro was delicious, good balance between the acidity of the tomato sauce and the creamy richness of the filling, however, it's not a revolutionary dish, just a very straightforward concept done well. The cavatelli with Jamaican beef ragu was delicious. The spice of the sauce cut through some of the richness of the beef and cheese and I liked this better than the tortellini. For entrees we got the steak and the duck. The steak was a special and not listed on the menu but I think they have it available often. We enjoyed the steak more than the duck but both dishes were great. The duck had a very crispy skin and the sauce it came with complemented it well. The steak was well marinated and cooked perfectly. Desserts we got their version of an affogato and the almond cheesecake. The almond cheesecake was a favorite here. The affogato was a little too icy and didn't have that mix of warm and cold that is usually characteristic of a good affogato. Overall, a fun experience with solid dishes. Nothing people haven't done before but a good nice date night spot. A little pricey but nothing outlandish.

Absolutely worth waiting outside for an hour to snag a spot at the bar. I have had success getting sat at the bar twice now lining up at 4:15 on a Friday and 4:00pm on a Saturday in the winter. As a walk in, you can put your name in for later in the night which is nice but there are some rules. Walk-ins are only for bar seats, your entire party must be present if you want to be sat right away and you can only have a party of a 1-2. The service here is excellent. Even the staff that welcome you from the line are wonderful. The bartenders (who are also your servers) are very knowledgeable and make a mean martini. As far as the food goes, I am not sure you can go wrong. I have tried the Cucumbers New Yorkese, Charred Clam Boule, Tortellini Pomodoro, Chicken Alla Griglia and a Scallops special. I am a big fan of everything and ordered the same items both times I dined here. There are a few freebies which is a nice touch - bread and butter, mini sorbets and mini cookies.If you can get a reservation here before 10:30pm on Resy or if you're willing to wait in line, you should absolutely dine here!

We were never going to not like this meal. Start to finish, the service was a delight and truly deserving of any star.We were a bit torn about apps, so went with the Italian & American Hams with Zeppole & Tuna & Eggplant Relish. The zeppole are an absolute must. Physically not the easiest to eat but if you can configure a piece of ham into a zeppole and add the amazing pineapple salsa, you will never need a different zeppole ever again. The tuna was a last minute decision and we were really surprised by how much we enjoyed it; such a buttery supple piece of tuna with a surprisingly large portion (I will say my biggest surprise was how big the portions overall are for such a place).We had to get the tortellini because everyone does. I mean I get it. The tortellini is like a pillow of sauce. But surprisingly I far more enjoyed the cavatelli. I am usually fairly anti-ragu but I think the spice level and the amount of meat that came with this delicious pasta converted me into a fan. The tables are so close together I worried it may seem to crowded an experience. But everyone is so personal when they deliver and explain the food, as well as the attention they give while you eat it, that it doesn't feel so at all.In the end, we understand the hype.

For all the hype this place has as well as the steeper price point, I am super sad to give this place 2 stars.The stars given are purely for the outstanding bartender, Jon, and the free bread/butter as well as the small complimentary desserts that came after the actual meal.One of the hostess's was really sweet and accommodating, while the other one was a bit standoffish/not as welcoming.We came in as a walk-in on a random Wednesday evening after talking about trying Torrisi for the past 3 years. When we came inside, the hostess let us know that they had bar seating at 7pm available for two.After all the wait and excitement, sad to say this is my verdict:The main dishes were very...confusing, and it didn't go together well to be honest. The portions were also extremely small, that I was glad we had a small bite of pizza over at Upside before coming here.Less is more in some cases, and there was way too much mixing of cuisines and ingredients.The tortellini was decent, but the sauce was way too sour and acidic (which is not authentic Italian).The prawn raviolini was confusing and more like a dumpling, but even then, i would just eat my own handmade dumplings or head to Flushing/Chinatown. Lastly, the cavatelli with Jamaican beef was very salty and hard to finish. So, both of us gulped down lots of water and simply took the rest to go as it was too expensive to go to waste.My partner also ended up ordering a Torrisi Spritz, which was ultimately $25 for a few inches of real drink/liquor, and a huge rectangular block of ice.Food wise, for its reputation, Torrisi should just be more simplistic and go back to the basics...We won't be returning sadly and I am not sure how this place earned a Michelin star. Ambiance is great, but for food taste and execution, we expected a whole lot more.The headline is "chic Italian eatery", but it wasn't authentic Italian, but rather more gentrified and blended cuisine (my partner is 100% pure Italian as well and spends each summer in the south of Italy).

One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The staff is very friendly and cool and will help with any needed recommendations - we got two mock tails that were spot on! The tortellini is by far the star of the show, I've never had anything like it. Every single cold app is delicious and highly recommended, and the sea bass was perfectly cooked and beyond flavorful! All of the deserts look super tasty and you'll get a complimentary cookie selection upon payment. Perfect for date night with low lighting and a trendy atmosphere. Reservations drop 1 month in advance and sell out almost immediately! A line out the door for walkins will already be formed by around 5pm, but diminishing around 9-10pm

We had the most amazing prefix meal on Valentine's Day. Our waiter Marcus M made the experience even more enjoyable. We were taken on a culinary adventure and we were not disappointed. I would recommend this restaurant to all foodies!

Contemporary Italian restaurant that recently earned a Michelin Star. Cofounder of Major Food Group and chef Rich Torrisi aims to serve expertly executed Italian that pays respects to New York City history. Torrisi is effortlessly glamorous, with a menu that is both innovative and timeless. Since earning the Michelin Star, acquiring a reservation is difficult. I tried my luck at walking in on a weekday, arriving at 5pm to wait on line in the rain. My friend and I were quoted a 10:30pm bar seat reservation, and were invited to order drinks and snacks at the standing bar.The snacks and drinks were so good that we almost considered the 5.5 hour wait. The espresso and dirty martinis were some of the best I've ever had. The Giardiniera was bursting with tangy flavor, and the "Cucumbers New Yorkese" was refreshing and thoughtfully composed. I could have eaten 10 of the Charred Clam Boules, whose herbaceous, buttery white wine sauce melted into the fresh bread. We managed to spend $130 on two cocktails and three snacks, and decided we were too tired to wait 4.5 more hours for the reservation. However, the experience was lovely, and I greatly look forward to returning for a proper dinner someday.

Very mediocre in contrast to its popularity and price point. None of the dishes were memorable. But looking at pictures, we got a raw fish starter, octopus, some cucumber salad, prosciutto plate, over boiled tortellini and dessert. There's no cohesive flavor palette or story - it's all over the place. Measly portions looked sad on giant white plates. And execution was also deeply lacking. It's not bad food but for a restaurant that has somehow gotten to this stature, it should be soooo much better. The server was pushy and borderline rude. He constantly ran up unexpectedly and unapologetically interrupted us mid conversation. His recommendations were terrible too so I was not a fan of the service. The decor was well done I'd say, so two stars for that.