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Paola's Restaurant
$ · Italian

1361 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
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Best Italian in Upper East Side

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Paola's Restaurant 8.9
Upper East Side-Yorkville
Vibes: Date Night Magic Girls Night Out Approved Trendy Table Hotspots Business Lunch Power Players
Paola's is a Carnegie Hill fixture for Roman-leaning pastas, osso buco, and secondi served in a candlelit townhouse room that feels built for date nights and celebratory dinners. Multi-decade regulars rely on it for polished service, a deep Italian wine list, and consistently well-executed classics before or after a Met visit.
Must-Try Dishes: Cacio e Pepe, Osso Buco, Pasta Pomodoro e Burrata
Scores:
Value: 7.3 Service: 8.8 Consistency: 9.1 Food Quality: 9.3 Atmosphere: 9 Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Long-running Carnegie Hill Italian where Roman pastas meet white-tablecloth warmth.
Who should go: Couples and small groups planning polished Upper East Side dinners.
When to visit: Prime evening reservations after 7 p.m. for full buzz.
What to order: Cacio e Pepe, Osso Buco, Pasta Pomodoro e Burrata.
Insider tip: Book a bar seat for a slightly more relaxed, locals-heavy experience.