Celeste is a small, intimate Italian restaurant on Amsterdam Avenue on the Upper West Side, known for its pizzas and handmade pastas.
Eater New York calls it an Upper West Side stalwart, decorated with bare brick, antique mirrors and hanging lights, and reasonably priced for the neighborhood. Reviewers praise the cozy, rustic room and friendly service from the owner and staff. Favorites include the burrata with fried basil, the mascarpone and prosciutto pizza, gnocchi alla Sorrentina and tagliatelle Bolognese.
In the news & reviews
- Eater NY: The Best Places for Pasta in NYC and NJ
“Upper West Side stalwart Celeste is charmingly decorated with bare bricks, antique mirrors, and hanging light fixtures.”
- Restaurantji review of Celeste
“By far our favorite restaurant we visit in the city.”
- Restaurantji review of Celeste
“Delicious meal and cute, homey vibe.”
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