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Isabella's

359 Columbus Ave., New York, NY, 10024
at 77th St.
212-724-2100

7.7 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10		 Write Your Own Review
80% Would you go back?
80% Would you take a date?
50% Would you take kids?
70% Would you go on business?
60% Would you go on a special occasion?
Food: 7.6
Service: 8.1
Décor: 8.3
Value: 7.5
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Amazing elegant meal

Vittoria from 10003 | Posted on 5/9/09

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

I ordered the fresh homeade pasta and it was amazing, light and flavorful. I also had their signature dark chocolate "bag" filled with raspberry mousse and that was also quite delicious. The service was very friendly and knowledgable and I had a great time overall. I highly recommend this place for a date or just a nice dinner with friends or family.

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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

consistent uws local resstaurant

Pefac from 10025 | Posted on 3/17/09

Overall Rating: 7 (Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 7
Service: 7
Décor: 7
Value: 7

went here for lunch once with a friend, although the food wasnt mindblowingly amazing, it was well prepared and flavorful. both my friend and I were satisfied with what we ate and could not complain about the price. If your looking for a 4 star meal dont expect it, but if you want a reliable meal that you know will be worth the price and taste good, definately check it out.

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0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.

tastebuds enjoy!

mcohl from 10075 | Posted on 3/8/09

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

I recently ate at Isabellas, and was immediately greeted by friendly staff and a warm, soothing decor. I was unfamilar with some of the dishes and our server was very helpful in making great suggestions!I had the mahi-mahi which was perfectly cooked and paired with an amazing potatoe hash.My company enjoyed the Braised short ribs it was tender and perfectly seasoned.It was upscale, but far from stuffy playing a mix of new and old music. Was a hit among my group!!!

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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Best Night Out In a Long Time!

seelois from 10016 | Posted on 1/3/09

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 8

I went to Isabella's to celebrate New Year's Eve with my husband and friends! It was an esthetically pleasing experience. The ambiance of the place added to the joy of the occasion. The pretty white lights, wreaths, champagne colored helium balloons filled the ceiling while a band played in the background. From the on start of walking in to the place, greeted by a cheerful host staff, and the fantastic wait staff to the 3 course meal, I was blown away. Chef Lictro, Isabella's Executive Chef, out did himself! The Beef and Sea Bass was delicious. Not to mention the desserts! I am planning to take some of my good friends because they deserve the very best!

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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Lovely Evening at Isabella's for a Bunch of Swedes

Lynhistory from 11563-1711 | Posted on 10/9/08

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 9
Service: 10
Décor: 7
Value: 9

There were twelve of us in all at an evening wedding reception. All but three of us were visitors from Sweden. It would have been easy for the staff to have given "routine" service to our group of accented "outsiders." Instead, we were given a nice area of the balcony and were feted with elaborate and delicious side appetizers, side dishes, and desserts, "on the house," at no extra charge above the prix-fixe. The staff was attentive and soooooo friendly -- highlighted by a visit from Chef John Licitro. He had earlier sent an assistant around to make sure our lone vegetarian was well taken care of. The three children in our party were also treated well. I give them a 9.

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2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Great spot, that's about it

lovenyc from 11718 | Posted on 1/4/08

Overall Rating: 2 (Not Recommended)
Would you go back? No
Would you take a date? No
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 1
Service: 4
Décor: 7
Value: 1

In January of 2007, we visited Isabella's & had a pleasant experience. On New Year's Day 2008, our whole family (a group of 7) went on our recommendation for dinner. To say the least, we were embarrassed. The waiter was pleasant, but clearly having a rough day. The appetizers and main course were served in a disjointed fashion, with 2 of us sitting and waiting while everyone else's food was getting cold. My appetizer (the brie & zucchini pancakes)were inedible. We eat out a lot, and I think it is only the second time that I have returned something. The Veal ravioli was overcooked, cold, greasy and the veal inside was actually tough. Only a couple of things ordered were good.The wine was in a cooler out of reach from the table and the staff was inattentive. We opted out of dessert. I didn't want to write this, but I read reviews before booking & hate to see anyone spend money on such a disappointing meal. It really is a lovely spot, so I hope the management will pull it together in the future. Perhaps a re-visit by New York?

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85 out of 165 people found this review helpful.

Tough critics

makuahunowai from 96749 | Posted on 10/4/07

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? Yes
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

We had a party of four at lunchtime after several hours at the American Museum of Natural History. The food was uniformly excellent and the service was attentive, prompt and friendly. We had the NE clam chowder, Caesar salad, spinach/ricotta ravioli, hay and straw linguine, and a cheeseburger done to perfection. We shared bites of everything. I can also recommend the honey/pear vodka martini (specialty drink). I have read literally hundreds of reviews posted at NY Mag and think New Yorkers are way too hard on their restaurants. Lighten up, guys. You have more interesting and varied food in your town than most people have in their entire state. And this place is a real treat!

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129 out of 237 people found this review helpful.

Dont waste your money! What a disappointment!

rnnr from 11423 | Posted on 7/19/07

Overall Rating: 2 (Not Recommended)
Would you go back? No
Would you take a date? No
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 2
Service: 4
Décor: 5
Value: 3

I decided to try this place on restaurant week. The food was horrible; A cold salmon dish, nauseating carrot soup, cold, stale bread, and a rock hard chocolate cake. The entree was a sliver of cold salmon served on a bed of salad and stale fruit. What a waste of time and money and an embarrassment for me because I brought someone there with me.

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101 out of 265 people found this review helpful.

In the neighborhood

nancytm | Posted on 7/28/05

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 9
Décor: 10
Value: 9

Just happened to come across this restaurant while walking in the neighborhood of our hotel. We enjoyed it so much we went twice. The Ahi Tuna was perfect! I plan on visiting again on my next trip.

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323 out of 597 people found this review helpful.

Kick back Dining

martin_chamois from West 50's | Posted on 10/19/04

Overall Rating: 7 (Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? No
Would you go on a special occasion? No
Food: 7
Service: 7
Décor: 7
Value: 8

Isabella’s is a relaxed Upper Westsider that’s perfect for Sunday Brunch, a laid backed lunch or a comfort dinner. In good weather the outdoor terrace is the place to be to observe the scene. While the food is average, this is a place more about the place than the cusine.

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363 out of 682 people found this review helpful.

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