Orso

“We had just the most wonderful time! The restaurant is cozy and intimate, with a very pleasant, romantic decor. The coat check was very helpful with our winter wear, and the host was fantastic. We arrived a bit early for our reservation but were able to be sat right away, even with the pre-theater crowd, which was bustling! My wife had planned out our dining for my 40th birthday celebration, and this place was just perfect. We are total foodies from Chicago. We love to watch cooking shows, cook at home, and eat at wonderful restaurants, and truly the meal tonight at Orso was one of the best I've ever had. The kitchen is TALENTED, and they deserve much praise! Our whole evening was made even better by the wonderful service from our server Nicole. Her warm and friendly personality, expertise, and professionalism helped to make the birthday dinner feel special, and now we can't wait to return back for another meal during a future visit to NYC! Thank you, Nicole! This is the perfect spot to dine before a show, or the perfect spot to dine, period.”

“Cozy restaurant, very good italian cuisine. The only thing I would expect would be better expertise in wine selection and serving. Buying bottle of wine should be accompanied with proper tasting and serving, not only that waiter would open the bottle and leave it on the table without pouring it into the glass.”

“I had the liver, Venice style ($32), it was absolutely delicious. It came with crispy onions and pine nuts (pictured below). On another visit I had the salmon. It was moist and the mashed potatoes enhanced the salmon flavor, I would order it again. The staff were pleasant and efficient. I enjoyed the Bronzino filet that came with cauliflower mixed with raisins. The restaurant is located on 46th Street, just off the corner of 8th Avenue in a westerly direction. The first picture below , from left to right, shows the back of the restaurant, the other shows the middle of the restaurant. Their air conditioning was a little too strong for me the last time I was there. The restaurant has a kitchen that closes late in the evening, which is good for after the theater dining. They are closed on Mondays.”