Find the refined and easy elegance of Venice in the middle of East Midtown in Manhattan.
Osteria Laguna named for the beautiful waterways of the famed Italian city offers a spacious and stylish contrast to the busy workday bustle of 42nd Street. Located steps away from the New York Helmsley, United Nations and the Chrysler Building, this charming northern Italian space is easily accessible to business and tourist crowds alike. Floor to ceiling front doors, antique country tables and a classic 30 foot mahogany bar lend a sense of relaxed refinement to this airy and spacious getaway.
Osteria Laguna’s menu offers contemporary sensibility and flair to the classic tastes of Northern Italy with an emphasis on fresh wholesome foods. From classic to cutting edge, there’s something for every appetite. Perfectly balanced pasta dishes, mouthwatering risotti, or the amazing array of piping hot dishes coming out of the charming brick oven at the center of the restaurant.
"We stayed at the Westin across the street, and when we were tired of trudging through the rain, wanted a good meal close by. Osteria came through! Good food, busy but not crazy. Very attentive service. Drinks average for being so pricey, but food portions were just right. The bowl of olives to start with, along with bread and olive oil, was a really nice surprise."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"We visited the restaurant for the second time this weekend while in NY on a weekend break. The food was delicious with plenty of fresh ingerdients. The menu contains lots of options that are suitable for vegetraians which was an added bonus. The wine list was also very good as was the great selection of olives and breads that we received before the meal arrived. Cannot find fault."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Very slow service and it wasn't busy -- I don't get it?? My son and waited 20 minutes before being approached for drinks and menu. It was a Sunday at 1:30 , 3-4 tables with diners and servers seemingly available. Go figure."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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"we got there at 11L30 or a 11L30 reservation and had to wait until the staff fiinished their morning meeting- NEVER make a customer wait when they are on time and you ave a room of emptuy chairs"
Dined on 5/09/2013
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"We had a quick hour before having to head to airport. They accommodated us well. Service was attentive and food created a great experience to leave NYC with"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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"My colleague and I have been planning for months to have lunch at Osteria Laguna just for their lasagna! It was absolutely wonderful, worth the wait and worth going back for. It's a must try.."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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"The staff at Osteria Laguna made me feel like royalty. The food was more than outstanding from the appetizers, to the special plates that appeared, and then the entrees. I really can't say enough wonderful things about this restaurant. You will not be disappointed! My only disappointment is that I live in Chicago and not NYC so that I could frequent this restaurant!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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"We had a very lovely dinner here - there were five of us. Resteraunt was warm and cozy and not too loud which was WONDERFUL.Food was equally excellnt - I had the lemon rissotto w/ shrimp - wonderful!Deserts decadentHIghly recommend if you want a nice meal, warm and cozy atmosphere - just a wonderful eveing!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"This restaurant is consistently really good and sometimes serves great food. I had a red snapper special that was excellent. It is good for business and non business meals."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"I've lived in the area for 10+ years and don't know why I've never been to Osteria Laguna before. It was fantastic. Great menu options, very good pastas. Our favorites were the stuffed focaccio with ribiola cheese, the octopus salad was perfectly cooked, homemade cavatelli & papparelle."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2003
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"Our waitress was very attentive, as opposed to some of the reviews I read before eating there. We were able to make a reservation on-line and were seated as soon as we arrived and received wonderful service. We had two seafood dishes--the frutti di mare pasta and the pizza. The pizza was a little spicy, but the pasta was wonderful. We lived in Italy for several years and visit often and finding Italian food that is up to par is difficult, but the pasta could have been served in a restaurant in Italy. Dessert was very good, as well."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
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"This is one of my favorite go-to restaurants when I'm entertaining clients and for special occasions. The menu is diverse and sophisticated yet offers something for everyone."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"The food was good but, unfortunately, the service was lacking. We were two. We asked for more olives (the only thing they placed on the table) when giving our order, but the waiter forgot or ignored us. Had to ask again. Had to ask for bread. Wife and I ordered lasagna, and no one offered any grated parmigana cheese. Waiter never came after the food was served to ask if the food was ok. Ample staff, but we were invisible except when placing drink and food orders and requesting the check. It's a shame how little things like that can ruin what otherwise would have been a pleasant dining experience. This is not our first visit, but we are not inclined to go again."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2002
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"We loved the food and our waiter provided great service. He helped us pick out a tasty red wine and was very attentive throughout our dinner. We will definitely return!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Great food with very attentive staff. They made you feel welcome and were very accommodating. The food was reasonably priced and delicious. I would definitely recommend it."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"Came here on a Tuesday after work...didn't need a reservation but it wad very busy shortly after we got there. The menu has great selections that with a nice different flare you dont see at a tupical italian restaurant."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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"We loved this restaurant. It was so convenient to the Westin, just a walk across the street. The decor was very cozy on a cold winter night. The food was fresh and delicious. Portions were just right, not too big. We had a long leisurely dinner and did not feel rushed. I would recommend Osteria Laguna to anyone in NYC."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
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"For the first time in my dozens of times eating here, I was greeted with a friendly, accommodating, professional host. She was genuinely pleasant, willing to give a table of 4 for a party of 2 in the front --- this is a first! In the past there has been no reason to refuse this, except some hope that another party would be coming along, only a possibility versus dis-pleasing a regular customer."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2004
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"It's been a several years since we tried Osteria Laguna. We were pleasantly surprised by the food and the service although, it was extremely quiet for a Saturday night. We live in the neighborhood and look forward to having a nice casual Italian restaurant in the neighborhood."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"very impressed, had the bruscetta with ricotta, grilled zuchini, proscciutto, was very good, and the linguini frutta de mare, excellent. service was outstanding, cute little place, almost transporting."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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"Very nice find. Right across from our hotel but a very pleasant surprise for a February dinner. The food and service were both excellent and they happened to have live entertainment the evening we were there."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"My lunch guest & I enjoyed the food but the service could have been better.The waiter serving our table seemde to be new & was easily distracted. At least twice, his co-workers stepped in to service us when they sensed that we were becoming impatient."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
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"I am usually a fan of Osteria Laguna, but not on Valentine's day: musical show was no good, volume of the audio amplifier at the back area of the restaurant was way too loud, and the waiter just could not do anything about it. The food took ages to come, obviously the kitchen was way overloaded."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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"as usual, front of house staff is glum and not interested in accommodating table requests. don't sit all th way in the back, the spins of the oven brick switching on and off feels like a steel mill."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2004
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"During the week, Osteria Laguna is a very popular lunch spot for the business crowd. They have just added a weekend brunch menu in an effort to attract weekend diners, which is a very smart move. The menu is very diverse and offers something for everyone. There are cheaper restaurants in the area, but Osteria Laguna offers authentic and delicious meals that are well worth the price. The service is also very good, whether you dine at the bar or at the tables. Wines by the glass or by the bottle are also very affordable."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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"Overall outstanding meal. The staff was gracious in providing me an alternative dressing for my salad, a citrus dressing that was probably the best salad dressing I have ever had. The Fish and the Pasta specials were perfect. But the highlight of the evening was the Meringue cake, exquisite definitely worth it. There are so many good restaurants in New York that it is difficult to justify going back to any one for a second time, but Osteria Laguna is one of them."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"My goodness - my colleague and I both had the lasagna bolognese. Neither one of us could eat dinner as it satisfied us into that evening and we talked about it again a day later. It's a must try!"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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