Caroline C

Nice cosy Italian restaurant serving homemade pastas, pizzas and many of the usually dishes. Service was attentive. We ordered the Insalata Mista to share. I had the Tagliatelle porcini which was very nice, with the pasta cooked al dente and tasty bits of butternut squash and mushrooms. My son liked the Trenette con gamberi. The pesto is made to order for each pasta dish so it was very fresh and tasty. We finished with the flourless chocolate lava cake. We loved that the homemade pasta was al dente and not overcooked as is the case in many other restaurants that serve fresh pasta. Overall an enjoyable meal. We would definitely come back.

Vanessa Rivera

A friend and I were visiting from out of town and we like to scope out good places to eat. I was glad I made a reservation because it was packed - the place looked small on the outside but we were taken through the whole place and it was huge. We got a bread and oil to start that was addicting. I had the spinach ravioli, the friend had lasagna, and we shared a key lime cheesecake for dessert - all was great. The ravioli needed a touch of seasoning but overall the quality and vibe did not disappoint.

Tiffany W

I really enjoyed the ravioli from this restaurant. The meal although appearing small was mighty in flavor and filling enough to feel satisfied. Handmade ravioli and a simple but divine sauce. Add a dessert for after and it was magnifico! Cost was about $30 for a plate plus drinks and dessert so looking around $50-60 per person so moderate-expensive depending what you order. This is a sit down relax place with a proper table service which I was missing since being in a city with mostly standing diners.

P M

There are enough detailed reviews here so I'll keep it short. We went for lunch. The service was excellent, the ambience inviting (especially the back room) and the food was outstanding.

Ajla J.

This place was absolutely wonderful. I had asked the kind woman on the phone if we could walk in without a reservation, and she checked for me. The staff were all welcoming and attentive. When looking at the menu, I couldn’t pick a single entree. They all sound absolutely delicious. The waiter checked on us intermittently and gave amazing recommendations. I had the pasta with mushrooms and butternut squash, while my friend ordered the clam spaghetti. It was the opposite of bland, full of rich flavor and perfect combinations. I also ordered wine and dessert— Tiramisu. Both were great. Amazing place to go, surprised it wasn’t more packed on a Saturday night. Will definitely come again!

Erin Johns

Great spot for yummy Italian food! Judging by how busy this place was for lunch on a Tuesday, it’s not a well-known secret how good they are. We loved the penne and margarita pizza!

Ellen

Great Italian food you can enjoy with coworkers, friends and family or even alone! The restaurant is surprisingly very spacious and the noise level is good so that you can hear people. We got their margherita pizza, burrata beet appetizer and lasagna which were all good. The focaccia in the bread basket was great. The tiramisu was light and creamy. Highly recommend and would go back to try some pasta. Went back again for lunch on a weekday. Tried their spaghetti alla vongole and it was very good. The pasta was perfectly cooked, seasoned and there were a lot of clams. Portion was very big. The porcini polenta with parmigiana was very flavorful and soft and buttery. My friend got the homemade tagliatelle with butternut squash and porcini. The tagliatelle pasta was delicious and had a dense texture.

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Joshua Drew

A good choice if you are looking for a spot that is outside of the normal craziness of Grand Central area. I was staying at the hotel across the street so it was an easy decision and did not disappoint. Food was excellent - I got the ribeye - drinks were great as well. Will come back and try more.

Rovik Robert

Would think of this as a reliable midtown Italian spot with pretty decent pasta and very attentive service. Had the salmon ravioli and was pleased with it. Lots of seating.

Very impressed here. Thought it was going to be the run of the mill italian restaurant. Found it to be the exact opposite! Definitely worth a return trip. The menu was very deep and I wish I could have ordered a few entrees and specials!

Sam Nehme

The food was on point! Gnocchi paste with shrimp special was amazing. Bruschetta and calamari were both great appetizer options. Perfectly crispy amd not soggy or soft, even after sitting a bit on the table while we talked away. From an atmosphere perspective, it's like family/home vibe. Could have used light music honestly. Would absolutely go back.

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Adele Mcdonnell

Staff very friendly. Great food .

Thought it was okay!! The pizza was kinda normal but the ravioli was delicious :) chose it mostly because was a convenient location. Unfortunately there was a big party next to us with kids running around which kinda ruined the vibe… otherwise was okay!!

Oksana Blednov

The service was good, food mediocre, portions not big. Tasty food. Didn't find anything special in this place for the price paid.

Lars Idar Waage

After visiting Summit One Vanderbilt, we stumbled upon Osteria Laguna, an Italian restaurant just a short walk away. It looked inviting and had decent reviews on Google, so we decided to give it a try. The place is large and elegant, with a classic Italian vibe — but the acoustics are terrible. The noise level was overwhelming, especially around 8 PM when the restaurant was packed. It was difficult to hold a conversation without raising your voice, which took away from the otherwise nice atmosphere. We ordered a mix of pasta, risotto, and pizza. I went for the shrimp risotto, which was well-cooked but somewhat underseasoned — tasty, but a bit bland. Everyone at the table agreed: the food was good, not great. As for the prices — well, it’s New York. Expect to pay quite a bit for an average meal. In short, Osteria Laguna is a nice spot with solid food and efficient service, but the noise and high prices make it hard to fully recommend.