Osteria La Baia

This was a really nice place, I found last minute while walking near by. The atmosphere and ambiance is lovely. We opted to sit at the bar because we had no reservations and there was a 30 minute wait. It was a good decision. Our bartender Fred from Guatemala was awesome he really made our first experience enjoyable. He shared recommendations and explained dishes to us. All around great place and food.

Service was above and beyond....I randomly walked in after 9pm on the weekend and asked if I could get a table the hostess was a bit hesitant and had to ask a supervisor if it was possible... completely understandable it was late and I didn't make a reservation. They accepted and I was happy....I skipped the appetizer as I didn't want to put the chefs under too much pressure and went straight to the main course I didn't have to wait too long I was happy about now receiving fresh parmesan cheese but it wasn't bad overall. I would definitely give you guys another try to get the full experience.

This new Italian restaurant is amazing!!!!! When I entered I felt the good vibe, everything is beautiful and white. The food is wonderful, my first dish was Vongole, beautiful pasta, the flavor is amazing, then I ate Orecchiette, with Italian sausage. If you want something fresh, order Insalata di Campo, you will love the dressing The grilled Octopus is one of my favorite the flavor is amazing and the sauce that come in the bottom is wonderfull. If you are more in the pizza mood, don't ever forget to try the Sopressata pizza, this one killed me, I was on heaven You will love a Margherita pizza, one of the best If you have more room, Order the duck you will text me later and tell me that it was amazing. The Ossobuco yummy, ask for the little spoon you will need it Omg the Skate , ohhhh yess amazing And a whole Market fish my my my favorite Striped bass, stuffed with lemon, thyme, basil, very crispy, served with artichokes. Ok ok I know you are waiting for dessert, I ate and reate and reate the Ricotta Zappoles , the dough is amazing, fried and very sugary, it will melt in your mouth when you dip it in the lemon curd. Ohh yesss amazing All the Gelatos are yummy home made The chocolate budino is very yummy I was very doubting about the Olive oil Cake but when I tried I went to heaven again Yesss I know a lot of food that I have been eating here, but I love it and I have more to tell So go and give a tried, SERVICE is amazing and cocktails too. I loved Lemon Daiquiri, Isolate And the Wibea IL Fauno

Wonderful They had a vegan meal option and it was fabulous, like eating a meal from Top Chef. We also had a desert sorbet that the Chef had just made.... loved it, bring on spring! I wanted to buy another to bring home with me. Definitely pop in here if you have the opportunity.

This place is awesome! Where to start... The food is excellent. Some notable items on the menu - rigatoni alla norma (the best I've had in the city), tuna tartare, burrata (the side salad it comes with has a dressing to die for), selection of meats, and the Bolognese (a light-er take, not so saucey). The cocktails are really excellent - one of my favorite spots in NY to grab a martini. Be sure to check out their negroni menu (the Bianco is amazing). Service is always excellent. Wait staff are very attentive. The bartenders are a great time as well!

Service and atmosphere were perfect ? Very fancy looking restaurant to bring your clients and dates. Food was good, but for the price, can be better. I enjoyed the grilled octopus ? but portion needs work---only 3 pieces. I enjoyed the Lobster Risotto (special). It tasted better than the Lobster Garganelli Calabrese. The garganelli was too dry b.c it lacked sauce. The duck was okay. The sides needs work, some were too salty. (I didn't eat all these food; they were shared in a group.) I was still hungry after my main course (loster risotto) and sides, so I had dessert and it helped. Dessert was Chocolate Coffee Budino. It was good the first few bites, but became too sweet afterward; I couldn't finish it. I recommend the Panna Cotta instead. This is a good place for light lunch. It costed $130 to $150 per person.

For lunch they serve four type of pastas, appetizers and main dishes. All is served very fast. Good food but 4* as has a bit higher expectations for such a price point

My main course was not prepared very well they ruined a perfectly good piece of Halibut by over searing it. The crust was so hard that I couldn't put my fork through it and had to use a knife. The waiter who was a taller gentleman was some what arrogant and pompas and was attempting to flirt with my date. I fell that because I was an American he stereotyped me that I did not know about fine cuisine. He could not have been more wrong. I went to one of the best Culinary schools in the country and worked with a variety of chefs from all over Italy. In addition I also worked in a 3 star Michelin rated restaurant at the Ritz Carlton in Palm Beach. The take away should be do not look down your nose at someone and judge them based on an observation. My date had a pasta dish with crab meat in a red sauce I believe it was a special. Gross who puts lump crab meat in a red sauce. I believe that a 2 star rating is very generous on my part. I still left the waiter a 25 % tip because I am a gentleman.