Italian restaurant

Pisticci

Morningside HeightsManhattan

4.5· 1,508 reviewsClosed now
Pisticci — italian restaurant — in Morningside Heights — Manhattan — NYC
Pisticci interior — Morningside Heights

Morningside Heights

Manhattan

The brief

About Pisticci

Basic Italian fare in a homey, semi-subterranean space with live jazz on Sundays.

Community Rating

4.5

½

out of 5

1,508 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Pisticci

15 verified Google reviews · 8 with owner responses

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Nick DiVannaLocal guide
a month ago

Already planning my next visit back, truly a 10/10. The restaurant itself is beautiful & spacious. Service was top notch (shoutout Nick). The apps were delicious and both pasta dishes were fresh, the sauces were divine. Can’t wait to return!!

Kristine NLocal guide
2 months ago

Perfect pancakes do exist 🥞✨<br>Crispy golden edges, fluffy centers - lemon crème and berries on the side. Finding a spot for special occasions is easy. But discovering places that deliver exceptional everyday food where I support local and align with B Corp values? That’s the real win. When all three come together, it’s a total trifecta—and worth celebrating just as much as any big occasion. 💛 #SupportLocal #BCorp #BrunchFinds

Frilay
2 months ago

OMGGGGG there brunch so good like I can't express how good there Bacon Egg and Cheese on a croissant is, amazing! Kudos to the chief! The place is small but it's cute! Staff there are amazing too, I was with a group of 3 and got seated immediately as we walked through the door. This was my first time experiencing any food in Harlem and I'm not disappointed. Pricing for food ranged from 15$-25$. There's also fountain drinks available and juices (orange, apple, lemonade) if you prefer no alcohol.

Response from the owner

We're so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us! Thank you for taking the time to let us know and we look forward to welcoming you again in the near future!

Sumalimina Jayakody
4 months ago

We had a work dinner at Pisticci, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. We were a large group of 25+ people, and everything was handled seamlessly. The staff was extremely accommodating, attentive, and kind. The food was delicious, with a wide variety of options to choose from. The coconut and strawberry cake was a standout and absolutely amazing. Thank you for such a wonderful evening! Would be back very soon for more great food!!

Harry !Local guide
4 months ago

Great find! Highly recommend! (Please don't tell.)<br><br>Excellent Italian food at reasonable Manhattan prices. Cozy ambience with surprisingly expansive space. Service very good.<br><br>Had the special baked sea bass. Portion mildly on small side but delicious. The salmon, perfectly medium rare, and lamb ragu with flat noodles were scrumptious.<br><br>Cocktails looked inviting, will try next time.<br><br>Recommend making reservations.

Julia NasonovaLocal guide
6 months ago

I really enjoyed the pasta — it was absolutely delicious. The service was lovely, and the atmosphere was great as well.

Jeffer SonianLocal guide
7 months ago

We came with a party of three to Pisticci on a busy Wed eve but were seating right away. This was our third time trekking uptown and boy is this place worth the trip. We had the garlic bread, steamed mussels in spicy tomato sauce, and a special salad with Goat cheese feta and prosciutto for appetizers (all mouth-watering delights). We also had two artichoke appetizers which were disappointing after they were lovely on a previous visit. Our mains were all fantastic: Halibut special, Chicken in Sage and Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage. I’m a huge lover of the Orecchiette dish and have ordered it many times in many restaurants all over the city. This one was possibly the best I have ever had!

MagLeni F.Local guide
8 months ago

Everything was good here! We had the seafood pasta, the mussels in sauce, the tiramisu and margaritas. The waiter was super friendly and it had a nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner

We think so too, Magleni! Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience. We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future!

L GLocal guide
8 months ago

Close to my son's college. Easy to be seated, food was delicious. Service was great.

Response from the owner

We're so glad you enjoyed your meal with us! Excellent choice adding meatballs to the Rigatoni alla Vodka; it's our favorite combo. We look forward to your next visit!

kris weber
9 months ago

Food and atmosphere were great. Super fresh ingredients. Topher, our server, made our visit that much better! Only wish North Dakota was closer.

Response from the owner

Thank you for letting us know about your experience, Kris. We wish North Dakota was closer too! We're so glad that you enjoyed your experience and we will be waiting for you when you visit our city next time!

Genesis TorresLocal guide
10 months ago

My coworkers and I came here for lunch. The ambiance was chic and inviting. The wait staff was attentive and pleasant.<br><br>The food was delicious! I had the fettuccine ala vodka. The sauce coated the pasta without being heavy or overpowering. It was full of flavor and savory. The pasta was tender, but still provided a good bite feeling. I had the opportunity to try the parmesan crisp that comes with the house ceasar salad, a fun addition to the meal!<br><br>Overall, I highly recommend and I will definitely come back!

Response from the owner

Thank you for your wonderful review, Genesis! We are looking forward to welcoming you again soon.

Jae BaeLocal guide
11 months ago

I must share some personal observations regarding my dining experience.<br><br>Regrettably, I detected a wild game flavor in the meat, which I found somewhat off-putting, and I had to set most of it aside. Even more concerning was the metallic taste I experienced, which made me realize the significance of the utensils used. I suspect the quality of the provided utensils may be the primary issue, as I possess very old utensils with numerous scratches that do not impart a metallic flavor to my food. The main point I wish to convey is that I tasted a metallic flavor while using the provided utensils, which significantly detracted from the overall dining experience. Even after finishing the meal, the metallic taste lingered in my mouth for some time. Aside from the wild game flavor in the meat and the metallic taste, the meal itself was quite enjoyable. Perhaps I am overly sensitive, but this experience has made me realize the importance of utensil quality. I am leaving this review with the hope that the restaurant will make improvements. I intend to return to sample different pasta dishes and offer a more comprehensive assessment, and I am contemplating whether I should bring my own utensils.😅<br><br>On a more positive note, the staff members were quite pleasant, and the restaurant itself was super charming. I feel somewhat conflicted about leaving a negative comment.🥲🫠

Response from the owner

Hi Jae, <br><br>We really appreciate your important feedback and will look into the utensils currently in rotation. It's always helpful to hear our guest experience and I'm grateful to know that we may have another opportunity to do better next time. Looking forward to your next visit, and thank you again.

Viona SanjayaLocal guide
a year ago

If you wanna have a great brunch atmosphere, come here especially when the weather is great. Food is not exceptionally good but it is great! French toast was fluffy and soft, paired with fresh fruits. The spinach omelette is what you would expect from a spinach omelette.

livsweet1Local guide
Edited 2 years ago

Pisticci truly has something special in a city corrupt with rudeness and the hustle and bustle. This restaurant is a gem tucked away in the upper west side with the most amazing staff. Julietta was our bartender/server and she made us feel so welcome and special. She told us what was amazing to order for drinks and food. Everything tasted amazing and we spent hours just hanging out at the bar talking to Julietta. One of the best experiences I’ve had at a restaurant in a long time. Will definitely be back to visit this place and the wonderful people in it!

Response from the owner

Thank you for taking the time to review! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit with us. We can't wait to pass your note on to Julietta; she's a star!

StephLocal guide
2 years ago

Fantastic restaurant with such romantic flair, super cozy and the food is served in large portions for one person! We had the Garlic bread with goat cheese which was splendid, the butternut squash soup is a must try and the rigatoni/bolognese were delightful. Our waitress Madeline was stupendous and super patient to our party with 4 kids. Very grateful for her continuous attentiveness. the only thing I would say or take the subway or an Uber as parking is so scarce. We’re here on a Wednesday night!

Response from the owner

Thank you for joining us for dinner and taking the time to share such lovely notes and photos! We passed your message on to Maddy and hope we'll see you here again soon.

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