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A Midtown power-lunch scene that's fueled by high-end Italian dining & expense accounts.
From Google Maps reviews.
Absolutely spectacular place! I am still dreaming about the Branzino we started with, it was an explosion of flavor! Every dish we received was flavorful, bright, and beautifully dished. The place definitely gets packed, but for good reason. The service was great as well and very attentive. Manolo This is a place I would purposely go back to New York to experience again. Cosimo. Great.chef thanks 🙏
San Pietro holds some of my favorite memories from my 20s, and returning today for lunch after some time away from NYC reminded me exactly why I fell in love with it three decades ago. The recent face-lift looks beautiful, and the kitchen is performing at the highest level—the food is genuinely better than ever. Beyond the exceptional menu, it is the hospitality that sets San Pietro apart. You are immediately welcomed into the family, remembered, and celebrated. It is a rare New York treasure th
Update... So we returned after the incident from about five years ago below. The owner wasn't there today, but the long-time head waiter, who is fantastic, and the real reason why this restaurant still operates took great care of us today. The food was excellent as well. I'm going to move my rating up from one star to four stars based on this recent visit... I have been going to San Pietro for years and have recommended it many times to friends and colleagues, but from my previous experience, i
From the May 7, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.