Il Postino

Waiters inhale, then recite a "huge list of daily specials" at this "old-world" U.N.-area Italian that will also "cook anything you want"; an "intimate" "opera"-enhanced space further boosts the "wonderful dining experience", but value-seekers avoid the "reliably expensive" tabs by going for the lunchtime prix fixe.

Posted on January 22, 2014. Brought to you by zagat.

Average Rating

75

Il Postino is a throwback to the days of elegant excess, when an army of waiters in white coats manned dining rooms full cigar smoking tuxedos and bejeweled silk gowns. Those days echo through the dining room in the guise of loyal crowds not light on cash who keep the small, bi-level dining room hopping.

From the street, enter though a discreet white door and into another world. A small bar...

Posted on April 26, 2008. Brought to you by nyc.

My family and I had the most amazing meal ever! Alfio and his staff made us feel extra special! Each of our meals was a culinary delight we have never experienced before! If you want authentic Italian food, and want to feel like your home, you can not go wrong with Il Postino! I will NEVER eat at a different Italian restaurant in the city! DELIZIOSO!!!!?❤️?

Posted by Jamie Townsend on December 28, 2019. Brought to you by facebook.

Amazing food service and vibe

Posted by Deepal Shah on October 26, 2019. Brought to you by facebook.

Great great food. Spectacular service

Posted by Ken Levy on August 18, 2019. Brought to you by facebook.

Average Rating

100

Delicious!!!! Great atmosphere and excellent service. Food and wine was amazing. My new favorite spot!!!

Posted by Mary Slavik on October 23, 2017. Brought to you by facebook.

Average Rating

100

Awesome! But expensive for portions. once a year place.

Posted on February 10, 2017. Brought to you by opentable.

Il Postino sets the standard for authentic Italian cuisine. The superior quality of the food and relaxing atmosphere creates a memorable dining experience. Owners Luigi Russo and Alfio Ruocco have built a wonderful dining establishment that has gone unrivaled in the neighborhood for over 16 years.

Posted on February 16, 2017. Brought to you by opentable.

Best Italian Food in NYC

Posted on January 01, 2016. Brought to you by facebook.

Il Postino makes no bones of its high prices, and for someone willing to spend that kind of money, the food and service is excellent. The menu is extensive but there's nothing on paper. The servers recite the entire list to you; making up your mind while trying to recall the list he rattled, is as much difficulty as you'll face. The staff is knowledgeable and their regular Italian fare of...

Posted on September 23, 2015. Brought to you by cityseekr.

Il-Postino Inc can be found at E 49th St 337. The following is offered: Restaurants: Seafood. The entry is present with us since Sep 8, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In New York there are 216 other Restaurants: Seafood. An overview can be found here.

Posted on April 14, 2015. Brought to you by opendius.

Il Postino sets the standard for authentic Italian food. The quality of the food and the ambience make for a wonderful dining experience. Owners Luigi Russo and Alfio Ruocco have brought to the East Side an elegant dining establishment that has gone unrivaled in the neighborhood.

Tags

Italian, Seafood
Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Posted on March 19, 2015. Brought to you by yasabe.