Rezdôra - New York

I had heard that this restaurant is closest to authentic Italian cuisine, so my wife and I made a reservation for 5 PM. The service was excellent, especially considering it has a Michelin One Star rating. The food was also very good, although a bit on the salty side. Perhaps traditional Italian food is simply saltier, but I found myself needing quite a bit of water throughout the meal. The steak was fantastic; the medium rare was simply amazing. The "grandma" dish was okay, but not as flavorful as I had anticipated. Instead, the pasta with lobster was much better. However, the onions in the dish were quite sour, so I'd recommend being cautious when ordering. The mozzarella cheese was excellent.

The restaurant is quite expensive for what it offers. We opted for the tasting menu with wine pairing and added an extra entrée, but we still left feeling hungry. While the pasta was good, there are plenty of excellent pasta options in NYC for a much lower price. The waitress was friendly, but the sommelier seemed disinterested and sounded like she was reading from a script.

For appetizers, we ordered the Gnoccho Fritto, which was delightful—well-balanced and pleasantly salty. I would happily return just for this dish and a glass of wine. However, I wasn't particularly fond of the Cacio y Pepe in Emilia; it came as a massive wedge of lettuce that I found difficult to navigate. Moving on to the main courses, the Grandma Walking Through Forest was a real masterpiece in flavor and texture, with a perfectly savory sauce and pasta that was just al dente. Despite this, it wasn't my favorite dish. The Cow Grazing In Emilia had the ideal portion size, but I found the three different sauces a bit confusing. The Funghi was beautifully presented and tasty as well. For dessert, I absolutely loved the pistachio ice cream. You could tell it was made with real roasted pistachios, and they even included battered pistachios mixed in. Lastly, the customer service and ambiance were well-appointed without being overwhelming, making me feel very welcome during my visit.

The food was incredible! Every dish was expertly prepared. I highly recommend this place!

I visited Rezdora for a date night and I left feeling fully satisfied! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with outstanding service. Every dish we chose was delicious, particularly the uovo raviolo di nino bergese with white truffle. The music was fantastic and the dining experience was both attentive and friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking a unique dining experience with exquisite Italian cuisine. Thank you, Rezdora!