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IL Carino Restaurant

5 (296)
$31 to $50
Italian
1710 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128

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IL Carino Restaurant

5
$31 to $50
Italian
Upper East Side

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
IL CARINO RESTAURANT
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IL Carino is an Italian fine dining establishment conveniently located at 1710 2nd Ave in the Upper East side, Manhattan. Il Carino provides an Italian fine dining experience in an elegant and sophisticated ambiance. Making it perfect for every occasion a celebration of food and drink. Chef Cassinelli and Giulio envisioned recreating traditional Italian dishes from all of Italy’s provinces and exclusively featuring his own dishes as house specialties. Our belief in old traditional methods of creating our own fresh pastas, bread, homemade sauces and desserts emulate Italy’s gastronomy culture.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Mario Cassinelli
  • Catering
    Open for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    Open for private events
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    between 88 and 89 st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th street on second avenue. Trains 4,5, and 6 to 86th street, then walk to second avenue. Busses:
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • 🍷 Il Carino Prix Fixe

    $34.95 per person

    1 - 10 people

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal with wine included! 🥗 Appetizer – Choose One: • Garden Salad • Caprese (Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil) • Minestrone Soup 🍽️ Main – Choose One: • Veal Scallopini with Lemon & Capers • Salmon with Asparagus in Dijon Sauce • Chicken Parm with Spaghetti • Homemade Gnocchi Marinara 🍷 Includes a glass of Pinot Grigio or Chianti (Price does not include taxes & gratuity)
    🍷 Il Carino Prix Fixe Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at IL Carino Restaurant.

5

5.0
(296)
  • 5.0Food
  • 5.0Service
  • 5.0Ambience
  • 4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
IL Carino Restaurant offers an intimate and cozy atmosphere with "phenomenal" service and authentic Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "best we've ever had" food, including pasta, veal, and beef dishes. The welcoming staff makes every visit feel special, treating patrons "like family." A favorite in the Upper East Side.
296 Reviews
  1. Greg Gold

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and food. We loved the pasta and chicken.

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  2. Kevin Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, The hospitality team was immaculate. Food and  ambience was amazing. Would definitely recommend.

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  3. Brian Gold

    Chicago40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always feel like family at Il Carino. Wonderful food and drink, amazing service, and a welcoming atmosphere. It is our go to when we visit New York City

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  4. Brooke Gold

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite places in UES! The food is always excellent and they treat you like family from the moment you walk in the door. Love love love Il Carino - thank you for making my birthday so special!

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  5. Maria

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was pure, authentic Italian. Beyond delicious. Service was phenomenal. Space is small and intimate. Truly felt like you weren't in NYC anymore. The food was the best we've ever had. Additionally, they surprised my boyfriend with Tiramisu (also amazing) and a candle for his birthday which was special, and also offered us an after dinner drink on the house. Will definitely be coming back for more delicious food from IL Carino!

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  6. Xiomara

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have lived in the neighborhood for more than 18 years, and I have never been but always wanted to go to IL Carino. We took a friend for his 60th birthday this week, and it was fantastic. Intimate and cozy atmosphere, paired with excellent and friendly service. THE FOOD WAS VERY VERY GOOD AUTHENTIC ITALIAN. Fresh ingredients, prepared in a simple fashion. Everyone loved the choices, and the wine list has a nice range of affordable to some excellent splurge choices. We will certainly be back soon, as the restaurant was full of regulars and it felt like a country getaway in the heart of the UES.

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  7. Dino

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 28, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Given the portion and quantity of the food, it’s way too expensive.

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  8. Maria

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came with my family of 10, although we originally had a reservation of two. We loved the veal, chicken, and beef main courses. The quality was outstanding and priced fairly. I highly recommend Il Carino for their luxurious cuisine and fair pricing. I already have a reservation for next week. Truly exceeded my expectations.

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  9. Roxana Gold

    Washington DC40 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 14, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    open table billed this restaurant as 1000 points. when i got back to my house, i was told that i never went to the restaurant. I was the only one at the time. so they canceled my points. I argued but only got the 100 points. open table argued that it was only worth 100 points. I won’t be going back. The food was expensive, and open table lied.

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  10. Robert Gold

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    small but outstanding family style Italian in a very cute and charming space, with nice flair on classic dishes

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Mario Cassinelli
  • Catering
    Open for catering service
  • Private party facilities
    Open for private events
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    between 88 and 89 st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th street on second avenue. Trains 4,5, and 6 to 86th street, then walk to second avenue. Busses:
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For a quieter, more relaxed visit, Sunday evenings tend to be quieter at IL Carino.

Portions are often described as generous, several guests praise big, hearty servings or say the portions are just right.

Yes, IL Carino is regularly praised as an intimate, cozy spot with a romantic atmosphere, well suited to anniversaries and date nights.

The gnocchi di patate con crema rosa al tartufo is a recurring favorite, it’s on the menu and multiple guests praise the homemade, pillowy gnocchi.

IL Carino offers an elegant, intimate Italian atmosphere, cozy, romantic and often quiet, with an old‑world, fine‑dining feel.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear to suit IL Carino’s elegant dining room.

Early dinner is a great bet, the prix-fixe value runs in the early dinner window (about 4:00–6:30 pm), and reviewers also note Sunday evenings (and some Monday evenings) tend to be quieter.

IL Carino is an intimate, elegant dining room with linen‑covered tables in a cozy, small space, reviewers also note the restaurant offers a full bar.

Yes, IL Carino has an extensive wine list and a full bar, with guests naming wines like Chianti Classico and ordering wine by the glass and cocktails.

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Make a reservation

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IL Carino Restaurant

5
$31 to $50
Italian
Upper East Side

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
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