Bottega

Name: Bottega
Address: 1331 2nd Ave, New York, New York, 10021, US
Telephone: (212) 288-5282
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.4

$$ • Italian, Vegetarian

Hours:
1331 2nd Ave, New York
(212) 288-5282

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About Bottega

Bottega is an excellent white tablecloth restaurant with an attractive, comfortable, and mature dining atmosphere. The menu features daily specials and high-quality wines, including the "house" selection. The service is attentive, with staff members like Tony ensuring satisfaction from start to finish. Customers have praised the kindness of the staff and the inviting atmosphere. The restaurant is known for its some of the best pasta and salad, with dishes like the avocado salad and salmon receiving special mention. The food is well-executed, and service is timely. Guests can enjoy fantastic options, including baked clams, chicken scarpariello, and off-the-menu dishes like Capellini Aglio Olio, paired with great wines like Vernaccia di San Gimignano and a dry rose. For $108, visitors can indulge in fantastic food, including a layered chocolate mousse cake. The bartender Ana also contributes to the great experience. Bottega is a convenient and favorite spot on the Upper East Side for both group and individual dining, and many visitors consider it a neighborhood haunt worth returning to. The Italian fare is just like your Nonna would make, with perfect execution. Fresh made pasta and veal dishes, such as veal scallopini, are highly praised, along with great wine options. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the staff remain friendly and attentive. Guests enjoy dishes like the salmon and chicken parm, and many look forward to returning, especially after discovering the prix fixe lunch menu.

However, some recent visitors noted that the restaurant can get very noisy, especially when seated near large parties, making conversation difficult. Despite this, the waitstaff was praised as superb, and many are eager to return but may choose their seating more carefully. The special artichoke salad, mushroom risotto, and special pasta dish with shrimp and broccoli are highly recommended. Overall, the consistent quality of food, traditional Italian cuisine, and excellent service make Bottega a neighborhood favorite. Its classic dishes and inviting surroundings offer a relaxed yet high-quality dining experience, with a wine list that complements every meal perfectly.