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Risotteria Melotti, New York, NY

Risotteria Melotti

4.7
4.7
688 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
We have a 10 min grace period.
Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes.
Your table will be reserved for 1hour and 30 minutes.
For a group of 5 and more please send an email to nyc@risotteriamelotti.com.
Find the real Italian atmosphere in a cozy restaurant, where to eat only rice based Specialties and Risotto!
A unique gluten free experience, 100% made in Italy.
The first Risotteria Melotti was opened in Isola della Scala, in the region of VERONA, in 2002. The idea of opening a Risotteria in New York came in order to make this typical and traditional italian dish known and cooked by us, with the rice we produce and with the typical old style techniques used in Isola della Scala.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (646) 755-8939
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Do you have to organize lunches or dinners, business events or private parties? The Risotteria Melotti will cook the dishes for you, recreating a typically italian atmosphere in your home or wherever you prefer. Do not hesitate to ask for more information.
  • Neighbourhood
    East Village
  • Cross Street
    2nd Avenue and 5th.
  • Parking details
    Parking is allowed either on 1st or 2nd avenue
  • Public transit
    Close to 2nd Ave F train stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 688 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Healthy

  • Manhattan

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Risotteria Melotti is a cozy gem in Manhattan offering an "authentic Italian experience" with an all-gluten-free menu, perfect for celiacs. Guests rave about the "best risotto in New York," charming service, and delightful ambiance. The diverse menu includes unique dishes like risotto cacio e pepe and spinach asiago, complemented by exceptional wine and desserts. The "wonderful dining experience" and attentive staff ensure a memorable visit.

688 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable dinner out with friends while dining at Riso Melotti. The saffron and wild boar risotto was the best. All dishes were very good. We decided to include the special with pumpkin (during the fall harvest season) to share so we had 4 plates for 3 people. I’m sure the desserts would also be very delicious, having seen some other tables with them, but we were full from our delicious meal. We would all return again in the future for our fill of Melotti risotto made with organic rice from Italy.

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  2. Stephanie

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great for accommodating various dietary needs. I was able to eat vegan no problem while my mom and friend ate regularly. Didn’t love the vegan dessert option but I’d go back again and try the sorbetto instead.

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  3. Denise

    Manitoba

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and service. Quaint atmosphere. Selection of risotto is great.

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  4. V.P.

    New York City

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Felt rushed by staff even tho the dining room was mostly empty- risotto was undercooked …. I’m sure it would have been resolved had we said something- we didn’t but the dessert was AMAZING!

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  5. Jonathan

    New York City

    37 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoy risotto very much. This was good but given that it is the restaurant's specialty was expecting something more exceptional.

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  6. Maura

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A dedicated gluten free family-owned eatery with friendly and knowledgeable staff. I’m also dairy free & there were many choices. We ate Fritto Misto (crispy/light fried calamari, shrimps and zucchini battered in rice flour with spicy tomato sauce), salad, and two kinds of risotto: wild mushrooms and with duck breast ragu. The food was beautifully flavorful. A video of their process, from growing and harvesting special rice in Italy to cooking methods, was interesting. There are branches in Rome, Venice, Florence and Verona.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderfully cozy Italian spot with fantastic gluten free options. The staff is super accommodating and kind, and the food is comforting. We shared the avocado cucumber salad, and had the pesto risotto (vegan) and salmon for entrees. Delicious and would recommend

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  8. Jonesy

    San Francisco

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant!! My daughter with celiac is comfortable eating anything here! And now that my husband has gone with me, he's a fan too! I had the pesto risotto and my husband had the lobster special. We both loved our choices! He also had the chocolate cake and loved it! The lovely lady who, I believe owns the restaurant, suggested the perfect wine as well! Perfect night!

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  9. Robert

    New York City

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Experience. Micol, the manager, is doing a marvelous job, making Risotteria Melotti a Must visit for Risotto aficionados!

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  10. Tenley

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu is all Gluten free!! Also great with dairy restrictions.

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FAQs

Risotteria Melotti does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Risotteria Melotti also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 755-8939.

Risotteria Melotti is rated 4.7 stars by 688 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Risotteria Melotti

309 E 5th Street, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2nd Avenue and 5th.
  • Neighbourhood
    East Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is allowed either on 1st or 2nd avenue
  • Public transit
    Close to 2nd Ave F train stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (646) 755-8939
  • Catering
    Do you have to organize lunches or dinners, business events or private parties? The Risotteria Melotti will cook the dishes for you, recreating a typically italian atmosphere in your home or wherever you prefer. Do not hesitate to ask for more information.
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