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Il Tinello
Blending 26 years of tradition with innovative Italian cooking, Il Tinello provides a rich experience that can only be matched by its delicious menu. The quality Italian ingredients, spectacular wine list and impeccable service showcase the restaurant's heritage, while the classy decoration brings new energy to every meal. The fresh homemade pastas, regional ingredients and diverse wine list boast of what's to come, yet the classics and traditions continue to tempt. Never intimidating and always comfortable, Il Tinello delivers an experience that is perfect to celebrate your big day or every day.
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94 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 94 reviews
5 stars
(47)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- special occasion(52)
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- romantic(41)
- neighborhood gem(32)
- notable wine list(24)
- good for groups(15)
Il Tinello Reviews List
Review 1 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall, very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The staff was energetic, friendly, and helpful while not being intrusive. Food was excellent and the menu was well thought out. YELP has this listed as "casual" but I believe it's more "upscale". We felt a bit out of place as we were dressed to match the casual description. I would definitely return to this restaurant and recommend it to others."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
West 56th gem.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our second time at Il Tinello, and we were not disappointed. The reservation was ready on time, the staff is cordial and efficient, the food was hot and delicious. The atmosphere is charming and the wait staff wants to do whatever you would like. The maitre d' checks occasionally and is most pleasant. Like most of New York good restaurants, the prices are a bit high, but well worth it. The tables are not jammed together, and the noise level is not distracting. I give Il Tinello high marks."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always an excellent dining experience at Il Tinello. Superb in every way"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a very nice dinner.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Had a very nice dinner. Our group of 6 all agreed great food and service. A bit pricy."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 5 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been enjoying Il Tinello
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been enjoying Il Tinello for more than ten years. The food is always wonderful (Caesar salad, Dover sole, zabaglione!), the service professional AND friendly - not easy to accomplish - and the setting attractive. A pre-Christmas dinner with our children and grandchildren is a traditional highlight of our holiday season."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
No privacy, so-so food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"2/3 of the staff spent their time visiting our table all too regularly. Different people kept interrupting our meal asking if the food was ok. We were hoping for a quiet evening, but we left feeling like we didn't even have privacy. Ironically, when we were done eating, they left us alone... until we finally needed to track one of them down to ask for a check.
There are plenty of other options within a two block radius. It won't be hard to find better food and service."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2004
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Review 7 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding food and service make for a superb dining experience. Very gracious host just adds to the enjoyment. Highly recommended."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food! Usually not
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious food! Usually not a fan of antipasto dishes but here it was so tasty. Service is very attentive. Great experience. Will definitely go again and again."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Extremely attentive and great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Extremely attentive and great service. Food was excellent"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb in every way. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Superb in every way. Great food, Great service, great wines and a very caring staff make for an outstanding dining experience. Highly recommended."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine food and service; no
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fine food and service; no attitude, very friendly. No hesitancy to return."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great menu, delicious food, and excellent service. The host and waiters couldn't be nicer, they were attentive and very friendly. An extensive menu with many great selections and specials to choose from. The snapper on the menu was delicious, very fresh. My family and I will definitely go back, maybe we'll see Regis!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best Italian restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best Italian restaurant in New York City , Thanks to il TINELLO and John"
Dined on 03/11/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service Wide range
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service
Wide range of specialties
Great food - one of best restaurants in NYC
Exceptional value
Wonderful desserts"
Wide range of specialties
Great food - one of best restaurants in NYC
Exceptional value
Wonderful desserts"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was extremely tasty.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was extremely tasty. It was just a little pricy but good for a special treat. Love that the caesar salad is made in front of you as are some of the deserts. The veal could be cut with a fork and my husband loved the bronzino."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 16 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A meal to remember! My husband
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A meal to remember! My husband and I dined here recently on a recommendation and we were pleasantly pleased. We had tickets for a show and the staff made sure we were out on time. We enjoyed an exceptional bottle of Italian wine as suggested by our waiter. We started with the Shrimp Scampi, Caesar salad, and an appetizer portion of Spaghetti Carbonara. They all were excellently prepared. The salad was the best I've ever had. The entrees were just as delicious as the appetizers (oriechetti pasta and the lamb special). The tiramisu was to die for! Great meal all around."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a lovely meal, with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a lovely meal, with an attentive wait staff and some marvelous food - Dover sole, Veal Milanese, Chicken Saltimbocca and Veal Bianco - and a fabulous Zabaglione prepared table side. The maitre 'd was charming and friendly.
My only criticism: while waiting for our table we sat at the bar and ordered 3 drinks - a Crown Royal Manhattan, a Beefeater martini, and a glass of house Pinot Grigio (poured out of a 2-liter bottle). Not only did the Manhattan have way, way too much Vermouth in it, but the martini was served in a wine glass because they were out of clean martini glasses! And our bill for these 3 drinks? $50.00!! ( And, I admit to a pet peeve of having drinks served in commercial-grade barware at a restaurant of this caliber."
My only criticism: while waiting for our table we sat at the bar and ordered 3 drinks - a Crown Royal Manhattan, a Beefeater martini, and a glass of house Pinot Grigio (poured out of a 2-liter bottle). Not only did the Manhattan have way, way too much Vermouth in it, but the martini was served in a wine glass because they were out of clean martini glasses! And our bill for these 3 drinks? $50.00!! ( And, I admit to a pet peeve of having drinks served in commercial-grade barware at a restaurant of this caliber."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 18 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious, interesting cold
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious, interesting cold antipasto. And superb veal valdostana. And very good service."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service. Easy to eat light or hearty, The lobster far diablo special was delicious and the tortufo for dessert was heavenly."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
our appetizers were very good,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"our appetizers were very good, but the entrees were all disappointing."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2003
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Review 21 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Stuffy decor, fantastic food & serv
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"WOW! Dinner was fantastic! First, the service is Michelin quality. Second, the food was perfect - presentation, flavor, timing of courses. We were four and we each had one of the specials - each was fantastic. The wine menu is hard to read because it is all labels, but the sommalier helped us find a reasonably priced wine that was awesome. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special dinner, and I can't wait to go back! We loved the food and the environment so much, we lost track of time and got to the theater late!!!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 22 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. The table-side service of antipasto and desserts makes this restaurant interesting and fun experience. Will return!!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As good as it gets.....
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Classic northern Italian......lovely. Il Tinello is a bit pricey and worth it. The food, the service, the old world ambiance .......... perfect in every way."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is quite a find! It
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is quite a find! It is a bit expensive (dinner for two with one drink and dessert was $160), but it was well worth it! The meal began with a quiet glass of wine. It then went on to Bruschetta compliments of the chef, then to salads which were fresh and wonderful. Mine had prosciutto and honey dipped walnuts as well as soft mozzarella. The pasta is homemade so we tried that and were not disappointed. I had the agnoletti and my husband had the arribiata sauce on spaghetti. The dessert were equally wonderful, including profiteroles and fresh berries with cream. One review said it is upscale but not pretentious and I would agree. We were early, but by the time we left the place was full of custoers who were greeted by name."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor Service Defeats Great Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Saturday night we attended had VERY good food which should have been very enjoyable. Unfortunately the service was so far below the standards set by the kitchen that the entire experience was a loss. The bread was late. We ordered two bottles of wine; instead of a high quality Amarone, the server brought a middle line cabernet. Several times we had to pour our own wines after waiting for assistance. The maitre'd grabbed the bottle once but ignored us after that. There were other issues, but you get the drift. If you want an imaginative take on well prepared Northern Italian specialties in attractive surroundings, try this on a non-weekend night. Regretfully, I will not be returning except perhaps as a takeout."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 26 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service! Some dishes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service! Some dishes were outstanding, especially the fresh mozzarella with prosciutto! Bananas flambe also. These were both specials. Lovely ambience too. Very good restaurant. Prices on specials were a little high."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 27 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mid town find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food with over the top service in a lovely setting"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
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Review 28 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Whenever we are in Manhattan,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Whenever we are in Manhattan, we eat at Il Tinello. The food and service are normally excellent. This particular time was not great. I ordered a special, rack of lamb, medium as suggested. The lamb chops were tough to begin with and overcooked to well done which made them even tougher, could barely cut them with a steak knife. I had to send them back. However, stuff happens and the staff outdid themselves to make up for it. The lamb, of course, was taken off of the bill and they offered us both dessert, coffee and after-dinner drinks gratis. My wife had gnocchi which was not on the menu but which they provided, although the price that we were charged for some pasta, $39.95, seems a bit steep even for Manhattan."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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Review 29 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We'll be backi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great selection off the cart for antipasato. Tableside Caesar salad preparation--very skilled. Dessert cart. All very old school.
Pasta dishes are available as small servings (Italian size) or full servings (American size). Had home-made green and white pasta with fresh seafood. Outstanding.
Antipasti: Outstanding.
Efficient service.
While food prices for an Italian restaurant of this caliber in this neighborhood are fair (which is to say $$$), the wine list is quite expensive.
Will be back. Great place for both business dinners and for special occasions."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was amazing. Especially
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was amazing. Especially the dover sole. Dessert was a little lacking"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good food & service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very good food & service. so glad I've found this gem of a restaurant so close to the hotel I stay @ in NY. excellent!"
Dined on 02/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 32 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautifully prepared and presented
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Beautifully prepared and presented food and gracious service ensure a memorable dining occasion."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
3 of us went for lunch because
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"3 of us went for lunch because our friend had it highly recommended to her. 2 of us had the special scallop appetizer for our "main" which although good, wasn't as described. It was basically old-fashioned Coquilles St Jacques, served on a clam shell. Although tasty I was disappointed because it wasn't what I'd expected. Our friend had the pasta special which she said was good but she wasn't raving. Expensive for what we had and we had to ask the price of the specials, which I don't like. On the other hand, the service was very good with different waiters fussing over us at varying times. A somewhat old-fashioned restaurant in my opinion. What it does, it does well- I just prefer somewhere a little more upbeat and trendy."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2010
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Review 34 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
overpriced...for mediocre
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"overpriced...for mediocre food....not worth it....service is good"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
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Review 35 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You are always treated special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"You are always treated special at Il Tinello. Only the service and food are more special than the attention given to every detail and you."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 36 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was outstanding,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was outstanding, service was prompt but unobtrusive. It was pleasure to watch several table side dishes prepared expertly. Would recommend this lovely restaurant to any Italian food lovers. I particularly appreciated that the helpings were more than adequate, but not monstrous."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Seasoned Wait staff are most
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seasoned Wait staff are most attentive. Caesar and dover sole made/served at tableside make the meal special. Pasta dishes are outstanding. Many specials are recited with relish by servers. White table clothes and flowers give restaurant old world charm. Il Tinello is a favorite of ours during our annual NYC visit. Be pampered while enjoying great Italian classics"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Some of the best Dover sole
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some of the best Dover sole in the city."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my first time visiting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first time visiting this restaurant. They make you feel welcome. Very good food with attentive service. I would not hesitate to return there."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
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Review 40 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food and excellent service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"great food and excellent service very friendly and helpful staff
Course delivery was perfect"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good but not great-
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good but not great- definitely not worth the price tag. We waited almost an hour for our entrées on a Tuesday night. Portions are smaller but not unreasonably so. Bottom line - head to Little Italy."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 42 for Il Tinello
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Il Tinello is one of our favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Il Tinello is one of our favorite Italian restaurants in Manhattan. The service is excellent. Most of all the food is consistantly great. They prepare the most delicious Dover Sole."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Il Tinello
Based on the average of (52) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate