Rezdôra - New York, New York

Khang C.

We did the pasta tasting menu. The portions are indeed small,. However it set you up for a great experience. The staff were very attentive and knowledgeable of the pasta and dishes. I would have loved to see the portions for the tasting a little bigger for the price.

Jimmy S.

Rezdôra, located in the Lower East Side, offers an authentic Italian dining experience that highlights the essence of regional flavors with refined execution. Opting for the lunch à la carte menu, I followed the thoughtful recommendations of the attentive staff, which set the tone for a memorable meal.

The meal began with the Gnocco Fritto, a standout hot appetizer. The delicate, airy dough was perfectly fried, providing a soft yet crisp bite, topped with silky, high-quality prosciutto that elevated its simple elegance.

For the pasta course, the Gramigna Giallo e Verde was a true highlight. The pasta boasted a firm, satisfying texture—cooked al dente to perfection—paired with a rich, well-balanced ragù sauce that was deeply flavorful without overpowering the dish.

The entrée, a pan-seared striped bass, was equally impressive. The fish was beautifully seared with a tender, flaky interior, demonstrating both precision and restraint in its preparation.

To finish, the olive oil cake—Rezdôra’s signature dessert—was a must-try. Moist, fragrant, and subtly sweet, it was a perfect end to the meal, living up to its reputation.

Rezdôra succeeds in delivering a thoughtful and authentic Italian experience, where each dish reflects care, tradition, and a modern touch.

Ameya B.

A warm, rustic ambiance, with its exposed brick and soft, inviting lighting, creates an intimate and lively atmosphere as you walk in to this rather tiny Italian restaurant. On a very cold evening, we were seated close to the entrance door, and it felt pretty chilly inside!

That didn't stop us from ordering a couple of things off their menu as suggested by Santiago, which included a rather salty Fett'Unta ($10), Burrata Reale ($29), Cacio E Pepe In Emilia ($15), Grandma Walking Through Forest In Emilia ($28), and their signature pasta - Uovo Raviolo Di Nino Bergese ($42).

The best dish though was the Tagliolini Al Ragu ($26) - packed with flavor and perhaps the second best thing that came from Modena!

Go here for the unique taste each pasta has to offer, and certainly not for the portion sizes!

Service was excellent, noise levels on the average end.

Brian P.

The Ragu pasta was the standout dish for me. Gnocchi with mushroom sauce was also good. The portion sizes left a bit more to be desired considering the prices. Service was also very excellent. I’d definitely go again.

Charlie D.

Tried several dishes and all were great. The uovo raviolo was delicious as were the other two pasta dishes. The appetizers were unique like the fried gnoccho, I didn't expect fried dough with sliced meats on top but non the less it was one of the best dishes. We had the ribeye and three of us shared it. It was served family style and cooked beautifully. Olive oil cake was a must try to finish off the meal. The service was very good as you would expect from a high end restaurant and the decor was simple but that's adds to the comfortable atmosphere of the restaurant.

Christina G.

100% worth the hype. My husband and I have been trying to make a reservation at Rezdora for about a year now, and it was 100% worth it. Have been to Italy 4x and this place is a true representation of what a meal in Italy would be. Truly delicious!! We ordered 3 pastas to share, the ravioli, pasta with ragu, and the lobster pasta with basil. For our second course we ordered the fish and the steak, both 10/10! Quality, taste and variety is amazing. Service was great and the dessert was absolutely delicious! Low key cool atmosphere,

NX

Surprisingly the highlight of our meal for me was the appetizer - Gnocco Fritto. It was so puffy and delicious. Oil + flour are best friends.

The pastas portion size is small so you might want to order an extra dish. Good vegetarian options. I ordered the gnocchi di nocciolato and loved it. squash + hazelnut go well together. The Ink spaghetti was fine but did not standout.

The olive oil ice cream was so fragrant, better than the tiramisu in my opinion.

Maria B. (.

Booked this one in advance—it’s apparently tough to get a table. When we arrived, they took our coats, which was key because the space is super tight and the tables are really close together. For starters, we had the gnoco fritto and the Mortazza—a warm focaccia with mortadella, stracciatella, and pistachios on top. Honestly, so good. For mains, we tried two pastas: the green one with pesto and the nocciola. Both were perfectly cooked al dente, but I think we should’ve gone for the truffle raviolone or their version of carbonara instead. Portions were small—starters are generous, but the pastas and meats are tiny. The idea is to order several dishes, I guess. For dessert, we had the hazelnut and chocolate cake, which was delicious. Overall, it was a nice experience—not mind-blowing, but we had a great time. Oh, and the cocktails and wine were good!