Overcast 46°
You are not logged in

New York Magazine

Skip to content, or skip to search.

Skip to content, or skip to search.

Home > Restaurants > L'Impero

All Reader Reviews of...

L'Impero

45 Tudor City Pl., New York, NY, 10017
nr. 42nd St.
212-599-5045

7.6 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10		 Write Your Own Review
70% Would you go back?
75% Would you take a date?
15% Would you take kids?
70% Would you go on business?
68% Would you go on a special occasion?
Food: 8.0
Service: 7.3
Décor: 7.6
Value: 7.2
  • Write a Review
  • Showing reviews 1 through 10 of 20

delicious

traveller12 from 10003 | Posted on 5/27/08

Overall Rating: 8 (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: 8
Décor: 8
Value: 8

Although the clientele appeared limited to captains of industry, we enjoyed ourselves here; our meal was extraordinary. The homemade pasta is a transcendental experience. The creative focus of this restaurant is clearly on the food -- our waitstaff was far less experienced than that of, say, esca, the comfort level of the restaurant was only fine, the bread was average. But the pasta dishes were better than any I've ever tasted. We were treated very well even though we did not order a multicourse meal.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

11 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

This is the way Italian food should taste

Gianni from 10280 | Posted on 8/11/07

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: 8
Décor: 8
Value: 10

Went to L'impero the other night, Heared that Michael White was in the Kitchen. Let me tell you this is where it's at. The grilled Pancetta, Octopus and the Baccala were all awsome, seasond just right. Then we ordered the pastas Maccheroni, Orrechiette and the Ravioli.. truely the best pastas in NYC bar none. Entrees were great as well Swordfish was nice and fresh and also MR. Desserts were nice and sesonal, cherries and the apricot were to die for. Service was very atentive. What a great deal for $64.00, best deal in NYC. Everyone needs to try it out for themselves. Truely a gem for NYC. Mario and Joe look out. 3 stars

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

194 out of 400 people found this review helpful.

I asked for bread 4 times I was so hungry!

thedonsl from 11743 | Posted on 8/5/07

Overall Rating: 6 (Mixed Reviews)
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: 7
Service: 8
Décor: 8
Value: 5

Great dessert here, that's about it. Food is very good, however very small portions, I asked the server for bread 4 times because I was so hungry! Girlfriend ordered soup and wasn't told it was a cold soup. Place was empty, which now I know why. I wouldn't go back here. Bottom line, I had better food at the ballgame.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

217 out of 405 people found this review helpful.

Good but expected more

luv2travel | Posted on 11/30/05

Overall Rating: 8 (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? (NA)
Food: 7
Service: 3
Décor: 7
Value: 7

Food was good however service was horrible. Waiter took forever to give us a menu and then they gave us bread 15 minutes later. On the whole the dishes were good. Desserts were nothing special. Would i go back? Probably.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

317 out of 690 people found this review helpful.

Amazing food, amazing service...

bliss8760 | Posted on 4/16/05

Overall Rating: 9 (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: 9
Service: 10
Décor: 8
Value: 10

I was absoulutely amazed at findng such an accomidating delicious restaurant in Manhattan. I honestly can't believe that anyone would find L'Impero anything but perfection.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

327 out of 674 people found this review helpful.

Good food, very bad service

liberte | Posted on 3/28/05

Overall Rating: 3 (Not Recommended)
Would you go back? No
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: 7
Service: 1
Décor: 2
Value: 2

After hearing great things about L'Impero, we finally made it for dinner. Although the food was good, (though not spectacular) we were very unhappy with the service. Maybe our expectations were high, but you're paying $100-$150 per person, you expect a certain level of service. This was well below average. Won't be going back!

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

300 out of 615 people found this review helpful.

You haven't eaten till you've eaten at L'Impero

sensei | Posted on 1/10/05

Overall Rating: 9 (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: 9
Service: 9
Décor: 9
Value: 9

Fresh white truffle pasta... it's worth it's weight in gold - and priced accordingly - but a truly sublime creation, not to be missed. Decor is soothing, cushy and opulent, service is attentive but not overpowering, timeliness and presentation of food was perfect. An exceptional culinary masterpiece in New York.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

359 out of 745 people found this review helpful.

They can't even manage "hello"

Lex142 from 10021 | Posted on 11/21/04

Overall Rating: 3 (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: 5
Service: 2
Décor: 3
Value: 1

My, what a cold place in a beautiful,warm neighborhood. We should have turned around the minute they skipped "hello". This is a noisy place with slow, dull staff.The menu is a mess. It is a shame. Great squash soup and a delightful coat-check person.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

298 out of 664 people found this review helpful.

squid ink pasta

emily1 | Posted on 10/14/04

Overall Rating: 8 (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: 9
Service: 9
Décor: 7
Value: 8

I have longed for properly cooked squid ink pasta and this is the place to go if you love intricate delicacies. The only caveat is the room itself, it's a bit stuffy.

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

324 out of 718 people found this review helpful.

Wonderlicious!

Kelkeelo | Posted on 7/19/04

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: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

From the quaint outside seating to the inviting staff this restaurant is now my newest favorite place to eat. Though I came with my fiance and another couple L'Impero would also be perfect for a romantic dinner, a business meeting or a special event. I can't say enough about the food - the poached Black Bass, the moist tender lamb, the soft shell crab - yum, yum and more yum! Not to mention that the chef is a true class act who seems to know just what his clientele is looking for -understated class and quality - job well done!

Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Request Removal

247 out of 528 people found this review helpful.

Advertising

Latest News Near

Advertising
Advertising