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Del Posto

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Address: 85 10th Ave., between 15th and 16th Sts., Meatpacking District, New York, NY, 10004-2436 | Map It
Phone: 212/497-8090 | Reserve Online
www.delposto.com

Price range: $$$
Cuisine: Italian
Location: Meatpacking District

Write a review | Avg. member rating: 2.6/5

Fodor's Review:

Mario Batali's high-profile stab at four-star immortality helped kick off the big-box restaurant boom in the Meatpacking District. Much more formal than his still hugely popular Babbo, the restaurant initially struck many as too grown-up for a big kid like Batali. The dining room—with its sweeping staircase, formal decor, and live tinkling from a baby grand—has the feel of an opulent hotel lobby. But Del Posto prevailed and is now regarded as one of the most consistently dazzling special-occasion spots in a neighborhood overrun with overpriced eateries. A partnership with TV chef Lidia Bastianich, the restaurant offers pitch-perfect risotto made fresh to order for two persons or more (and served in the oversize pan), big shareable roast hunks of meat (veal chops), as well as ethereal pastas. For a little taste of the experience, come for a cocktail and sample the bargain bar menu.

Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
Credit Cards: AE, MC, V
Closed: No lunch Tues.-Sat.
Subway: A, C, E to 14th St.; L to 8th Ave.

Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by goodeater from Toronto Canada on 10/24/08
A real disappointment. Food was lack lustre, wait staff unattentive and Del Posto is undeserving of all the fanfare! In a city that has truely amazing places to eat, don't bother with this one.