Caffe dei Fiori
“In the warner months, the outside patio area is lovely and intimate.”
“We had a late lunch and got to talk with the owner, who was warm and welcoming.”
“Fyi, great outdoor patio in the warm months.”
Caffe dei Fiori
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$$ Price range $31-60
2 reviews
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An upscale restaurant without any of the snobbiness or highbrow attitude that you might expect if you show up wearing a t-shirt and shorts, which we did. The staff was beyond kind and respectable to us and all of the customers around us, going so far as to shut the doors and turn on the air conditioning when one woman mentioned that she was warm.
There are a ton of places around that charge high end prices, slap white tablecloths on, and make fancy sounding food that does not produce a quality experience, but this place is not one of them. There are a ton of places that charge you the cost of the suit you're wearing and give you two bites worth of food, but this place is not one of them. This place was delicious and fulfilling all around.
The extensive wine selection makes it apparent that you must order a glass. The drink menu is practically a book and an entire wall is dedicated to storing and serving wines. They take even the simplest task of giving you a bowl of bread to the next level. A waiter came over with a selection of breads for us to try and was even helpful with recommendations. The food selection is quite extensive as well, which isn't always the case at a place with such excellent food. And the food was excellent. I was introduced to new combinations of flavors in every dish we tried.
The proximity to Central Park is also nice. We went from a nice stroll through the park to walking right over to the restaurant without skipping a beat. At the end of the meal we were surprised with cookies and chocolates on the house. A truly caring establishment that must win the heart of all of their customers.
LOVED LOVED LOVED everything about this restaurant. If I could give 6 stars I would. The layout, atmosphere, ambiance, outstanding TOP friendly service of the bar, server and host/ manager, excellent wine / spirits and amazingly presented, fantastic, delicious food. They are celebrating their one year anniversary soon.
I walked in a little late and the restaurant was not crowded so I was greeted warmly by 2-3 smiling Italian employees who had been chatting with and entertaining my friend while waiting for me – my Italian friend and the server spoke with each other in Italian occasionally throughout the meal which added to the authenticity and charm.
I felt so welcomed / such a positive energy with the incredible, personable attentive service . Soon as I sat down the extremely friendly server suggested/ asked if I would like to start with a pre dinner prosecco. It was lovely. Then had my now new favorite wine a Brunello- fabulous.
When they seated a couple directly next to us and I asked if we could please move over one table for more privacy. I hate to seem difficult but I like my space; they very happily, immediately and efficiently switched the table to accommodate.
It is truffle season now – they have a full menu of various truffle appetizers and entrees and when I was hesitant about getting a heavy pasta dish as an entree my friend suggested we share one as an appetizer which they happily accommodated. They presented the truffles… The truffle scent mmmmm my favorite – then when our fantastically presented dishes thin pasta were served the server shaved the truffles atop the pasta tableside. Did I say I love love truffles?? Ha I asked if I could take a photo and as I was trying to capture a still shot of the server shaving the truffles asked "can you slow down a little ?" Which amused the nearby staff and had us all cracking up. Everyone there was so genuine, happy and with great A+ personalities.
The swordfish entree was wonderful and so was the side of Brussel sprouts.
Sambuca served with the 3 espresso beans in pretty flute / glasses and they gave a lovely after dinner cocktail with a small plate of Italian cookies.
The atmosphere – which they happily gave first my friend then both of us a tour of — so pretty with fresh unique flowers on each table -which is a huge plus for me. The restaurant is clean, well lit and meticulous with interesting paintings … I love the interesting cozy layout which includes the main dining room area, a small quaint outside seating area, up a level of steps another small seating area with 3-4 tables then up a few more steps yet another small cozy seating area with a few more tables overlooking Lexington.
Very highly recommend as a perfect restaurant for a romantic date or to dine with friends or family where the food is wonderful and with A+ service where they treat you like part of their restaurant family .