Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 5794 reviews

What Francis Ricci doesn't like about Celeste:
We waited over an hour for our food to come out they had 1 server for 28 tables. They brought out some bread after we had been waiting about an hour the bread was cold and soggy. The white anchovy appetizer was good, and the house made fresh pasta wasas well. The shrimp pasta sauce had a nice flavor, nothing exceptional and a bit oily. The bolognese tasted more like a plainmeat sauce no richness to the flavor at all.... View all feedback. What Duy Nguyen likes about Celeste:
All the dishes were well-balanced and complemented each other beautifully. We enjoyed everything we ordered from this wonderful team. Highlights included the scallops, clam pasta, lamb, and mandarin sorbet – all tasted incredibly fresh! One item not pictured is the affogato; we wish it had a little less coffee or a bit more ice cream. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Google
4.6 ★ from 1232 reviews
Harmandeep
05.10.2023 - 11:53

Great place and cozy atmosphere!! Awesome food too! Steffano was an attentive server and great!

Dessert
05.10.2023 - 11:53

As always, dinner at Celeste was sublime. Carmine, the charming owner, goes to the market for the freshest fish; and he is a genius with wine. The vibe is great...

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Jett
05.10.2023 - 11:53

The food was delicious and fresh. Great customer service and everyone was very polite. Overall it was amazing and highly recommended.

Marty
05.10.2023 - 11:53

The food was delicious and fresh. The staff was very helpful, and the waiters were charming. I had an interesting conversation with the owner as well.

Armando
05.10.2023 - 11:53

What a fantastic restaurant! I would return in a heartbeat. The service was exceptionally polite and prompt. We were seated right away on a Friday night, and ou...

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Int Restaurants
4.6 ★ from 1806 reviews
Felipe
06.08.2023 - 11:58

Small and cozy place in UWS, perfect for having dinner but tends to be a bit loud. We went for pizzas and they were good, the only thing that got us short was t...

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Joseph
06.08.2023 - 11:58

I got the Tagliatelle Con Gamberi, Verza E Pecorino. The meal was amazing, service was amazing and the owner came out and talked with us. We are from Utah and w...

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kenza
06.08.2023 - 11:58

Authentic and real Italian Food on the Upper West Side. Celeste is a gem because not only the food is delicious with a variety of meals. Pizzas are yummy and gu...

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Nina
06.08.2023 - 11:58

Food is fabulous here! I have been coming for years when I visit the city, and it is always great. We had a grilled octopus salad that was amazing!! All pastas...

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Stephanie
06.08.2023 - 11:58

Dining as a group of eight, which included two young children, can be quite challenging when it comes to satisfying everyone. However, Celeste managed to do jus...

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Sirved
4.3 ★ from 1352 reviews
Sir
06.02.2024 - 21:41

This is one of the very first CASH ONLY restaurants patronized that does not take bank cards. When making the reservations earlier this evening whomever spoken...

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Francis
06.02.2024 - 21:41

We waited over an hour for our food to come out they had 1 server for 28 tables. They brought out some bread after we had been waiting about an hour the bread w...

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max
06.02.2024 - 21:41

This is the best Italian restaurant in Manhattan for anyone looking for an authentic Italian home-like atmosphere with exceptional food and service. Everything...

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Mark
06.02.2024 - 21:41

I just had an incredible dinner tonight! The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, creating a wonderful atmosphere. This restaurant has a fantastic neigh...

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Lucas
06.02.2024 - 21:41

The prosciutto pizza here is excellent, thanks to its perfectly crisp crust and a subtle hint of truffle. I’d rate it a 10/10, although it’s smaller than the av...

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Yelp
3.7 ★ from 981 reviews
Anastasia
22.03.2024 - 20:57

Thank you, Carmine! Celeste is always excellent. It's one of the best spots on the Upper West Side. The taste and quality of the food are genuinely impressive,...

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Claire
22.03.2024 - 20:57

We visited for lunch on a Sunday and chose to sit outside in the covered street seating area. The service was prompt and welcoming, which we appreciated! The po...

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Christopher
22.03.2024 - 20:57

The scores are inflated because they offer a free dessert if you write a review. Honestly, the food was just decent. The tables were cramped, and the waitstaff...

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Doordash
4.6 ★ from 255 reviews
Sam
14.02.2024 - 13:08

I was expecting a larger drink than a can of Coke for $4.

Lisa
14.02.2024 - 13:08

The gluten-free pizza was quite underwhelming.

Sean
14.02.2024 - 13:08

The pizzas are quite tiny.

Opentable
4.5 ★ from 2 reviews
restweek
27.07.2023 - 11:20

This has been our favorite restaurant for a long time. Whenever our kids visit, it’s our go-to place. We've also recommended this restaurant to friends in Rome!

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Westsider
27.07.2023 - 11:20

This small restaurant is often bustling and crowded, but it offers authentic Italian cuisine. The atmosphere is casual and lively, with a high noise level, but...

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 276 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.5 ★ from 1398 reviews

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