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Morso - NYC Reviews List

Morso - NYC

Morso is a culmination of a life in food and a passion for culinary excellence. Thirty years ago Pino Luongo, brought the then unfamiliar flavors and culture of authentic Tuscan cooking to New York City. With the essence of his homeland at heart and a truly original style of cooking, Luongo shaped the Italian menus and restaurants we consider as classics today. For Morso, his values and passion remain unchanged. Great, seasonal ingredients, skillfully prepared, shared with family and friends. Taking little bites of inspiration from all over Italy and the Mediterranean, combined with Pino's finest signature dishes; Morso represents a quintessential dining experience—authentic contemporary cooking in a vibrant and relaxed setting.
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82 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(82 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 82 reviews
5 stars
(38)
4 stars
(37)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(52)
  • fit for foodies(46)
  • good for groups(25)
  • great for outdoor dining(19)
  • special occasion(19)
  • great for lunch(8)
Morso - NYC Reviews List
Review 1 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD FIND

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great 'real' Italian with hard-to-find rustic items (octopus, rabbit), etc. Pleasant wait staff and open airy space an decor. We will be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

wonderful

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"everyone truly cares care about you care about the food care about the service every detail and you feel it all during the time you are there"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Less than more

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 3/30/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to Morso several times. The food and service seems to decrease in quality with each visit. Would like to see the restaurant get back to the level it was when it first opened."
Dined on 3/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 4 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fab find, and one of our favorite restaurants. Lovely outdoor dining terrace with nice ambiance, The food is excellent, the staff is wonderful, friendly and professional. It is a neighborhood gem and we are lucky to have it so nearby."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delightful! The service was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Delightful! The service was great and food was delicious. The lasagna special was exceptional."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cute casual place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food and service. Would definitely return."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
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Review 7 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent and reasonably priced.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent and reasonably priced. Interesting menu and wine list"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2007
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Review 8 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It a wonderful place - the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It a wonderful place - the new spring menu was out but some of the favorites from the winter menu could still be had
If you love great italian food, with a great atmospher, good drinks and wine - this is the place for you
and the party space is by the way fabulous to be in.
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Dined on 04/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Owner/Partner MME Fine Art, LLC

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pino Luongo has done it yet again with this incredibly delicious array of dishes which are nothing short of high art!!! The service is impeccable and Morso is an unbelievably welcomed addition to the neighborhood and to NYC!!!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

All was very good. The nightly

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"All was very good. The nightly special was gone by 7:30. I guess we'll have to get there at 6pm next time. Lovely food. Great service."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Found on the web. looked good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Found on the web. looked good and was , highly recommend booking, from scotland and wanted a non touristy restaurant , was just what we wanted,"
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really good food in the sutton

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Really good food in the sutton area. A hidden gem."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

the food was good and very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"the food was good and very attentive service"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2002
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Review 14 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pino is a superb chef, very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pino is a superb chef, very varied menu and a reasonably priced wine list"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

we always enjoy this restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"we always enjoy this restaurant this time our waiter was outstanding"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
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Review 16 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great meal. Only down rated

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great meal. Only down rated food slightly because my potatoes were overdone and my husband felt his shrimp in the mixed seafood
We're a little dry. Otherwise, food was perfect. So, food is a 4 1/2 star for us.
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Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
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Review 17 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was attentive and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was attentive and not hurried. Crispy kale salad and crispy artichoke salad starters different and well made. Fresh cod over broccoli rabe cooked perfectly. Mixed seafood grilled of shrimp, calamari, and scallops good but scallops not there; some other fish. Would definitely go back."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 18 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent - All Very Well Done !

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A comfortable and marvelous neighborhood spot, everything one could want in well conceived, constructed, and executed classic Italian food! The option of regular or smaller portions with the entrees (hence the restaurant's name) is an excellent conceit, coming from someone who often orders two appetizers instead of beginning and main courses...
Terrific food, good staff, a hostess who went above and beyond to help resolve an Open Table issue...A solid experience all around - food, staff and service, wine selections, all thumbs up!
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Dined on 03/08/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is truly a hidden gem.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is truly a hidden gem. The food, service and ambiance are outstanding. Hands down some of the best food I've had in the city at a completely reasonable price. A lovely experience in every way."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was one of the best restaurants I've been to."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2010
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Review 21 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my new faborites.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my new faborites. Great service & excellent food. Well priced. Can't wait to get back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always good food and service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always good food and service make this one of our favorite places in the city"
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

decent food, outstanding service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was ok, nothing spectacular..we both got a different "special" of the night. but what really put this place at one of the best dining experiences was the service!very thoughtful wait staff"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice attentative staffFood

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very nice attentative staffFood was excellent !"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A+ NYC Dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Aa GREAT as it gets in NYC. Never a dish to disappoint. Service makes you feel your sitting in your own dinining room. A+"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good food at very reasonable

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food at very reasonable prices.
Was a pleasant surprise having never been there before.
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Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of our favorite places

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of our favorite places in NY. Great food, fab. service and a true neighborhood gem. Top notch."
Dined on 01/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

interesting menu; delicious

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"interesting menu; delicious flavors perfectly prepared
Unfortunately, no reasonable wines on the wine list"
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

food was good service was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"food was good service was very poor. nobody knew who had ordered what and one dish had to be sent back it was cold."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2004
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Review 30 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service is good and very helpful.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service is good and very helpful. Menu is good and food prepared well.
Prices still high after 2 drinks each and having price special of evening.
The place needs some "buzz" from the media and an owner who makes the "rounds".
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Dined on 01/28/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 31 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

La Dolce Morso

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Morso is a real pleasure to have in the East 50s. Chef Pino Luongo presides with characteristic Italian charm and culinary finesse. The fare ranges from simple pasta entrees to more adventuresome entrees. The wine list is extensive and appropriately price. And the decor is reminiscent of an Italian movie from the "La Dolce Vita" era. Morso is so much better than the usual so-so midtown Italian ristorante. But don't take my word for it. Go there and enjoy!"
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Morso - NYC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always excellent. Great rustic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Always excellent. Great rustic Italian . Try the bucatini OMG! And the cheesecake!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Morso - NYC
Based on the average of (50) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
11 out of 13 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic