Chef Luca Marcato creates a casual vibe at Cavatappo Grill, housed in the former Luca space with a warm, rustic & cozy ambiance. Milanese cuisine with New York Bite! Recently reviewed in the Michelin guide, in Zagats and the New York Times.

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33 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

(33 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 33 reviews

5 stars

(15)

4 stars

(14)

3 stars

(3)

2 stars

(1)

1 star

(0)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(27)
kid-friendly(13)
fit for foodies(11)

notable wine list(10)
good for groups(8)
romantic(5)

Cavatappo Grill Reviews List

Review 1 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A M A Z I N G!!!!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service and Food are Just AMAZING! I had the Lamb shank and Isreali Cous Cous and it DELISH!!! I followed it with the Blueberry pie with scoop of vanilla ice cream!!!! If you go toe Cavatappo Grill for anything YOU MUST TRY THIS DESSERT!!!!! It is also a Kid friendly restaurant so that is always a plus if you have little ones. Not so much in the food department because there is no kids menu however they have accommodating seating.

They also have an extensive wine selection! the Moscato is YUMM YuMM!

Cant wait to return!!!!!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 2 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

unpleasant

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My review of the food is biased -- I had such an unpleasant experience upon arriving. the manager greeted me with (paraphrase, but close): we were just about to call you; in 2 minutes you would have lost the table; we only hold the table for 15 minutes". I have no problem with the policy. I was running a bit late and called the restaurant to let them know. A very pleasant man told me that it was no problem. then, I arrived before the 15 minutes. the restaurant had empty tables from time to time. Our waitress was very friendly.
I observed the manager throughout our dinner. she never had a friendly face on -- to the contrary. she should be fired. her attitude colored my entire experience."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 3 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

DELICIOUS!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Cavatappo Grill had wonderful food and very attentive service. The menu is varied and they have daily specials, sometimes even featured wines. An upper east side find."

Dined on 5/10/2013

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Review 4 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Upper Yorkville Neighborhood

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2012

Dined on 04/20/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Upper Yorkville Neighborhood find. I've been several times with family, older kids, friends and with my wife. Each time has been enjoyable, affordable and the food was great."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

Special Features: great for lunch, kid-friendly

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Review 6 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoyed an early dinner

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/16/2013

2010

Dined on 03/16/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We enjoyed an early dinner here before a concert at a nearby venue. The staff was attentive, friendly and helpful, especially important as one of us must eat gluten-free and this is an Italian restaurant. The tables are close together but there was a nice energy about the place with the eye-catching, bright red walls and framed corkscrews and wine paraphernalia as primary decors. The mushroom risotto was one of the best I've ever had, and the seared tuna in ginger sauce was delicious. An impressive selection of cheeses caught our eye and we finished the meal with the creamy, lightly carmelized creme brulee. Will definitely return although we do not live in NYC and will have to plan ahead to include dinner here in our next visit!"

Dined on 03/16/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 7 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

As always, a reliable, tasty,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/09/2013

2009

Dined on 03/09/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"As always, a reliable, tasty, easy and fun meal in a lively neighborhood atmosphere."

Dined on 03/09/2013

2009

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Best Italian restaurant in

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Best Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. Consistently good with good daily specials, friendly and efficient service,nice ambiance,and welcoming greetings."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great time at Cavatappo

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/20/2013

2012

Dined on 02/20/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a great time at Cavatappo Grill. There were 5 of us in our group, and we all left very happy. The rib-eye special was delicious, and perfectly cooked. Others in the party ordered gnocchi, rigatoni, veal, and shrimp dishes-everyone really enjoyed their meals. We also got the antipasto platter (since at least two people in our party ordered from the prefixe menu). The platter was so generous, and served as an appetizer for all 5 of us.
Since it was a Wednesday night, the restaurant was pretty quiet, and we had a table in the back corner, which was perfect since requested a quiet table. The wine list was great, and we ordered a multipulciano which everyone really enjoyed.
The prices were very reasonable, and the atmosphere was awesom"

Dined on 02/20/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 10 for Cavatappo Grill

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5