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Gigino at Wagner Park
As one of the best kept secrets in New York City, Gigino at Wagner Park offers a spectacular view of Lady Liberty and the New York Harbor. Owners Bob Giraldi and Phil Suarez along with executive chef Luigi Celentano, have taken great pride in bringing Italian cuisine to Battery Park City for over five years. Nestled between the Ritz Carlton and the Statue of Liberty, Gigino can be found just a few steps south of The Jewish Heritage Museum. Open year round, Gigino at Wagner Park is a great place for a romantic evening or family get together.
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50 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 50 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(35)
- scenic view(31)
- neighborhood gem(23)
- fit for foodies(14)
- romantic(12)
- special occasion(12)
Gigino at Wagner Park Reviews List
Review 1 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Terrible service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service is terrible at Giginos Wagner. We live close by and go there very often. The hostes is awful. When we got there 3 front tables were empty. The hostes did everything she could not to seat us there saying tables were reserved... My husband called Giginos while we were waiting for a front table and the person who answered their phone said there were several front tables available, not reseved. If it weren't for the view, I would never go back to this restaurant."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
not as expected
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overpriced for the portion size. Too many tourist groups. Not romantic but great views of the statue of liberty."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 3 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's all about the view here
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I would love to say that this is a fabulous restaurant and the view is also great but unfortunately at Giginos it's ONLY about the view. I have been there now several times and while the friedliness of the staff has definitely improved, the speed of service is awful. Every time we go there, we love the view and the outdoor seating right by the water looking over the Statue of Liberty but if it takes 40 minutes for your appetizer to come out during a quick business lunch or 45 minutes for a glass of wine at 6PM something is not quite right.
The food is ok - average italian fare. If you go for the view, make sure you are not in a hurry and know that you will have to wait a while for your food and drinks."
The food is ok - average italian fare. If you go for the view, make sure you are not in a hurry and know that you will have to wait a while for your food and drinks."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 4 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was excellent and service was good. We went there for a business lunch on a rainy foggy day, and still had a good view. It was slow because of the weather so your experience could be different on a busier day. This is a very good place to go if you are on business at BPC and want to go just a little "off campus". I would very much recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing views
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing views. Best views to statue of Liberty. Food is tasty but portions are very small by American standards."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Warming supper Sun and a nice Merlot dress the Statue of Liberty in a dark dress until sunset when she puts on her green one and lights the flame, long after the chef's has already gilded diners' tummies with tasty outdoor breezy Italian flavors. There's nothing like a bit of olive oil and Italian bread to whet your appetite while you gleefully celebrate your luck at finding this outdoor gem."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Orange you glad you tried it? YES.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am not a foodie by any means... but in my novice perspective:
Amazing view of the harbor/Statue/lower Battery Park... it's like you're in the middle of one of the busiest cities and then have this private outdoor dining experience tucked away from the world...
I had the Gamberoni Positano (shrimp risotto with ginger carrot sauce)... absolutely amazing. Probably the best meal I've had in minimally months... There is something to be said for the fact I literally savored the whole thing (as I normally eat like I am fending off football players for limited quantities of food).
I cannot wait to come back on another warm night, watch the sunset and order exactly the same thing!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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Review 8 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for a light lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The location is a little hard to find, but completely worth the search. The portions are decent, not too much or too little, and the food is delicious. The service was good. I had reserved a table for 4, but at the last minute another friend joined, The staff accommodated us with a table for 5 with no problem....The view is beautiful! Just be sure to ask to reserve a table outside with a great view of Lady Liberty."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was very slow and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was very slow and not really taking care of us. We had to ask several time for the same thing.
At the end of the day, we got everything..."
At the end of the day, we got everything..."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 10 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gigino was wonderful. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Gigino was wonderful. The food was excellent and the view spectacular. We were sitted outside but at this time of the year they should really invest in some heaters. Got ratherchilly and breezy and the food cooled down in a hurry. I would definitely recommend andmake a return visit."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 11 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tables were too close each
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tables were too close each other and uncomfortable to sit."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Worth Finding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Gignio's reminds me of a special European bistro. Even if you can't see the view, it's there. The food is gorgeously seasoned, appropriately sized, and the service makes you feel like a guest, not a customer. Four of us lingered and we were not rushed. One table next Tony's had a family, another a family celebration and we were out if town adults in search of ambiance, great food, and an experience to remember. We got it. Tricky to find, arrive early. It's in a brick, two story building that looks like a public place at which to watch sunsets and the Statue of Liberty. The sign is discreet, on a door in the lower left. Across from the Ritz Carleton, Gignio'is is tucked into this small brick building right next to the water."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great view
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing location looking out to statue of liberty. If you have reservations, it helps in getting a table with a view. It is a little overpriced, but you are in NYC and the food is very good. The only downside is that it takes a long time for them to serve the food."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
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Review 14 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing view and food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our visit to NYC was in March, unfortunately way too cold to sit outside. At first glace this place doesn't look like much, it's a very small place. Our taxi driver couldn't even find it. On the inside there are just a few tables in front of the window, we were lucky enough to sit in front of it and enjoy the beautiful water and statue of liberty view. What a beautiful place to sit outside to eat in the summer. The food and service was OUTSTANDING!! I almost couldn't believe it...like I said it doesn't look like much when you walk through the door. The next time I return to NYC I will make sure this place is at the top of my list to visit again!! We walked to the 911 Memorial after so a great place to stop for lunch!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While perfect for warm weather
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"While perfect for warm weather evenings to sit outside and gape at the view of the statue of liberty, it is also good for Quiet for week day dinners during winter montsy when one can take advantage of the view from behind its wide glass walls. Not always easy to find unless one knows where to go -- just keep in mind its at the waters edge."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have eaten here on several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have eaten here on several ocasion and have not been disappointed. Food and Service are always excellant and the view is magnificent."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 18 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth a visit
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant was absolutely freezing. There was inadequate heat and it shouldn't have been open during the extreme cold. There was a "curtain" in front of the door but it did nothing to keep out the cold air. The temperature was below freezing and felt it inside.
The meal was overpriced and absolutely uninspiring. The waitress didn't smile and if it hadn't been so cold we would have gone elsewhere.
The restaurant has no ambiance except for a view of the Statute of Liberty. However, we were so cold the view didn't make up for it.
The restaurant has no ambiance except for a view of the Statute of Liberty. However, we were so cold the view didn't make up for it.
Would not return there."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
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Review 19 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a brutally cold night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a brutally cold night when I was there, but I would like to go back in the Spring or Summer and sit outside. The view is spectacular. The food was very good with a nice selection. Service was a little slow, but there was a huge party going on so we were patient."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 20 for Gigino at Wagner Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Can't talk
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good. But they let us make a reservation when they had the whole restaurant rented out to a private party. Kind of awkward not to be able to speak during dinner because someone is making a speech. We felt so uncomfortable we asked for the check before desert and went out the back door."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2007
Special Features: scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Gigino at Wagner Park
Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate