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Restaurant Reviews for Bistro Milano

Bistro Milano reservations Bistro Milano

1350 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019

Authentic Italian bistro with Milanese flare featuring traditional specialty from Lombardy and other regions from Italy. Warm environment welcoming casual and elegant attire. Outdoor patio seating available during summer season.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: No
Cross Street: West 55th Street and 6th Avenue
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 3.7 out of 5 3.7 out of 5 (49 Reviews)
Food 3.7 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.1 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • neighborhood gem (11)
  • fit for foodies (8)
  • great for lunch (8)
  • notable wine list (7)
  • special occasion (7)
  • romantic (6)
  • good for groups (4)
  • great for outdoor dining (3)
  • hot spot (1)
  • kid-friendly (1)
  • late-night find (1)

Bistro Milano Reviews List
Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I couldn't make a reservation at a specific restaurant and tried this restaurant instead. The food, service and space was wonderful. I would recommend this restaurant and definitely go back again."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/20/2010
(review submitted 03/22/2010)
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Review 2 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"the gluten free menu is what brings me here...a nice neighborhood Italian restaurant with pleasant service"

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/10/2010
(review submitted 03/14/2010)
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Review 3 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"My wife and I ate at Bistro Milano before going to the theater, and could not have been more pleased. The decor and ambience were excellent, the staff was courteous from the time we walked in, and our waiter Ben was charismatic and very attentive. Food is first-rate and most pasta is made in house. Ingredients were organic and very fresh. Gelato is home-made daily and I would recommend it. Looking forward to our return soon."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/04/2010
(review submitted 03/06/2010)
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Review 4 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"this is our go-to place when we're going to 'City Center. Food, service, are consistently excellent."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/04/2010
(review submitted 03/06/2010)
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Review 5 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I had never been to Bistro Milano and did not have any recommendation. I wanted a restaurant not far from City Center. Bistro Milano fit the bill perfectly and I'm very glad I chose it. The food was prepared well, and the restaurant is quiet enough to have a conversation (not easy any more in Manhattan restaurants!). It's also nice to go to an Italian restaurant and have the staff speak Italian. I definitely recommend this restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/01/2010)
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Review 6 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is my third visit to Bistro Milano.Great food selection and quality, nicely presented, by an attentive but unobtrusive staff in a pleasant setting. Reservations were timely and table selection through Open Tables was honored yet again. If you have not been there, well worth a try and walking an extra mile."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/23/2010
(review submitted 02/25/2010)
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Review 7 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We were celebrating 84th birthday w/ young and mid-age adults, and it went so very well.
From our entering to departing the staff oversaw every detail and adjusted as the night
and party progressed, they could not have been more accommodating. The food was just fine, the prices good, and we were pleased in all areas. Also, staying at the London Hotel made the location perfect for a short walk for dinner.
Yes I reccommend our choice of Bistro Milano for our b'day party. An aside, we came from
Houston, Tx to celebrate so all arrangements were made long distance, sight unseen and so
my conserns for a successful party evaporated upon meeting host and staff. Thank you for making it all happen so very well.
Gloria"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/24/2010)
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Review 8 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Tortellini was amazing as was the chocolate cake with hazelnut ice cream. Very impressed with our service. I will definitely be heading back here for future special dates."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/17/2010
(review submitted 02/19/2010)
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Review 9 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"we've dined here before. It has never let us down. The false snow prediction kept the "crowd down. We'll definitely be back. Its always reliable and we really enjoy the food and drinks."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/06/2010
(review submitted 02/09/2010)
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Review 10 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food and service was good, not great. The wait staff were young and sharp looking. It is what you would expect for an upscale restuarant in a snazzy office building in Manhattan. One thing stands out: they made a great Bloody Mary."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/06/2010
(review submitted 02/08/2010)
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Review 11 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We were seated promptly. Our drink orders were taken right away. We waited 15 minutes before we ask the server to please get our waitress to place our order. Service was very slow, Food was good."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 02/08/2010)
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Review 12 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I thought the atmosphere was good as was the service. The food was up to par but nothing that wowed me."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/03/2010
(review submitted 02/05/2010)
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Review 13 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"My dining experience was wonderful. I took a woman I've been seeing for a special occasion. The ambienece was perfect, the food was prompt, and the host and service were good. I'm also told they have martini happy hours that I will check out soon."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 14 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was good, but the service was non existent."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/20/2010
(review submitted 01/22/2010)
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Review 15 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"loved the waiters. the room and the ambiance but the only was only good, not great and quite expensive"

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/15/2009)
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Review 16 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Though we must admit the food was very good, we felt incredibly rushed. We were celebrating a wedding anniversary and wanted a leisurely dinner but felf more like we were at a fast food shoppe."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 17 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We were late for our reservation, but could not have been treated more nicely on a busy night. We were immediately shown a table, had tremendous service and wonderful pasta dishes. We would order these dishes over and over, just perfect!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 18 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"What a wonderful surprise...gluten free pasta!!! They really should advertise this. Our waiter, BEN was outstanding."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/08/2009
(review submitted 12/10/2009)
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Review 19 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great restaurant! We went for lunch. Pasta dishes were excellent. Mostly all homemade pastas!Everyone enjoyed their choices. Our waitress was very helpful in explaining
things and telling us her favorites, which proved to be excellent choices!
We had a nice round table in the corner with a view of the street. Very nicely
decorated for christmas. Very pleasant and enjoyable time. Also, desserts were great!
And they serve gluten free pastas too!"

Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/06/2009
(review submitted 12/08/2009)
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Review 20 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"A wonderful find in midtown. However, the ads and business cards should read that the entrance is on 55th St."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/29/2009
(review submitted 12/05/2009)
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Review 21 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"What a find. We were just looking for a lunch spot and found this through Open Table. Don't try to find it by the address, it is around the corner from its address. The food was incredible. We ordered 3 different pasta dishes. Any one of the dishes would have been enough to rave about. I highly recommend."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/03/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
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Review 22 for Bistro Milano

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"was a bit disappointed in the food. My husband and I shared a Paella which was fair. Service was a smidge slow. Great location...but down the block is Michael's which is musch better (albeit a bit pricier) will not return"

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/01/2009
(review submitted 12/03/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bistro Milano Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.4 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.7 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.1 out of 3 (Moderate)
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