La Gioconda
$$ • Italian, Wine Bars, Tapas
Hours:
226 E 53rd St, New York
(212) 371-3536
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Hours
Monday | 12 - 3:30PM 5 - 10:30PM |
Tuesday | 12 - 3:30PM 5 - 10:30PM |
Wednesday | 12 - 3:30PM 5 - 10:30PM |
Thursday | 5 - 11PM 12 - 3:30PM |
Friday | 12 - 3:30PM 5 - 11PM |
Saturday | 5 - 11PM |
Sunday | 5 - 10:30PM |
La Gioconda is an authentic Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar that has been serving customers for 30 years. The food is consistently praised, especially dishes like pasta with short ribs and lamb with risotto. The menu offers good value, with prices such as bruschetta for $12, and portions are satisfying. The restaurant provides a quiet, cozy atmosphere with good mood lighting, making it ideal for both casual meals and special occasions. The service is reliable and attentive, often provided by the owner. Visitors can enjoy a variety of dishes, including shrimp salad, eggplant Parmesan, tomato toast, and gnocchi, which has a nice chewy texture. The restaurant also features a pre fixe menu during events like Restaurant Week. The place is very clean, with well-stocked bathrooms and a pleasant environment. Overall, La Gioconda offers a great dining experience with reliable, flavorful Italian cuisine in a charming setting.