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Siena Cafe
$ · Italian

1580 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10128
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Best Lasagna 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

Siena Cafe 8.5
Upper East Side-Yorkville
Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Girls Night Out Approved Group Dining Gatherings Happy Hour Hotspots
Siena Cafe is a casual-elegant Italian spot on 3rd Avenue where house-made pastas, cocktails, and a full dinner-and-brunch menu make it a neighborhood go-to. The Lasagna Classico leans into rich beef ragù, fresh mozzarella, and grandma-style layering, backed by a large, recent review base across delivery apps and dine-in platforms.
Must-Try Dishes: Lasagna Classico, Rigatoni alla Vodka with Burrata, Shrimp Scampi over House-Made Spaghetti
Scores:
Value: 7.6 Service: 6.8 Consistency: 8.7 Food Quality: 9 Atmosphere: 8.4 Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: High-volume Upper East Side Italian where a beefy, mozzarella-heavy lasagna anchors a big pasta and cocktail program.
Who should go: Italian lovers wanting cocktails, pasta and buzzy late nights.
When to visit: Evenings after 7 p.m. or weekend brunch service.
What to order: Lasagna Classico, Rigatoni alla Vodka, Shrimp Scampi.
Insider tip: Ask for bar seating if the dining room feels packed; service is often faster there.