Lincoln Ristorante
“I recommend the Prix Fixe, a bargain for what you receive (appetizer, primi, secondi, dolce).”
“KenScale: 8.0/10
Lincoln Ristorante, situated in the Lincoln Center, is an Italian restaurant by chef Jonathan Benno (formerly of Per Se).”
“Outstanding Italian cuisine, service, and ambience (sat outside by the reflecting pool graced by a Henry Moore sculpture).”
Lincoln Ristorante
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$$$$ Price range Above $61
8 reviews
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Lincoln Ristorante is possibly the fanciest most affordable $38 two course brunch around in NYC. This whole experience was five stars…from the service to the cuisine to the amazing prosecco bar! The staff was more than accommodating, with truly white glove professionalism. I especially loved the Brasato Di Manzo short rib of prime beef because it just melted in my mouth.
Came here for restaurant week lunch during the snow storm. Despite my caveats, it was still worth the trip all the way up there. They come off as unassuming but still polished, friendly and inviting. The service there was very friendly and on pointe, and I loved the open kitchen concept. Some places that have similar open kitchen ideas merely allow you to have a peak into a small part of the kitchen in a far distance from your dining table, but I really appreciated the full exposure into the entire kitchen process here. It was a very unique experience and clear glass walls was an excellent touch to the entire presentation and decor of the restaurant. While the service and ambiance was nice, the food fell a little short. Granted, the food itself was good but nothing really stood out and just fell short of other dining experiences I have had. I ordered the oxtail terrine, pork belly and apple bread for dessert. The terrine was okay and the positive point was that it wasn't too salty. The pork belly was somewhat dry and could have used some more flavoring or something added to make it stand out more. The dessert could have been better. I felt that I definitely need to accompany a bite of the bread with the ice cream in order for the bread to not be too dry and a little lacking in flavor. That being said, I might just be nitpicking on some points, and if I were in the area again whether for a lincoln center show or other occasion, I would definitely still consider eating here again.
Went for RW2016 summer brunch but also regular brunch a week later. Everything is still so over the top. You can see that the RW menu uses cheaper ingredients and is way simpler but the flavors are still amazing from the bread course to amuse to complimentary biscotti. For the current summer menu I really recommend the duo of lamb and lamb sausage. I am also a big fan of the grilled sardine appetizer. General recommendation is to order things that are in season and you will have no regret.
One of the most stunningly glamorous restaurants in NYC from its view of Lincoln Center to it's modern glass enclosed free form architecture to it's sleek mid- late century plus interiors comphy decor- white seats. You are wowed every time.
There is very fine food and service here and prices to match. There is a $65 prix fixe which is a great value for this glam spot.
Ate:
Salad mistanza $21
Lamb chop $40
The house baked olive bread/ focaccia arrives in a cast iron skillet and is out of bounds.I asked for the ricotta salata cheese on the side of the salad, i found the salad was quite pedestrian- little flavor, no desernable dressing, but the green chickpeas were novel. the lamb chops from an upstate farm were extraordinary with eggplant mouse & other tasty veg action. A housemade Venetian brought over for dessert, but I packed it to go with other food & the pretty orange Lincoln Ristorante bag bag burst within a block. I would definitely go back for those lamb chops. Highly recommended for any Lincoln Center event.
I wanted to eat at this restaurant from the first time I saw it. I love the location, nestled into Lincoln Center like a well polished marble. You can thank 2011 Diller Scofidio + Benfro for the design. They've already won a few awards. That said, we all appreciate a gracious thanks again and again. Paco and I walked by on a perfect early summer evening. Lucky for us, it was late in the evening, and amidst impeccably dressed diners, there was a table available. The Lincoln team is great. They are attentive, work in formation, all look like models and are professionally warm. The food was delicious. Warm focaccia bread with olives, served in a skillet, was brought out promptly and yet not hurriedly following our water. It was accompanied by a robust olive oil with notes of black pepper. I knew the ravioli would be light and perfect for the season. The herbs tasted as if they came from the green roof overhead, and the morel mushrooms hand picked in Rye. It might have been the chef himself who presented the dorado as a feast for the eyes. Spring vegetables made a soft, light bed for this fresh grilled fish. You have to try a dessert for yourself. You deserve it!
Pretty solid four-star Italian place, definitely qualified for a Michelin-star however I did not quite understand the reason that they lost their star two years ago.
Arrived slightly earlier than the reservation time and the restaurant was surprisingly, only half-filled. We decided to go with the four course prex-fixe given the fact that both of us were starving. Not really a rice person, I had to admit that after the first bite, I completely fell in love with my lobster risotto, with black truffle only making it more flavorful. The squid ink pasta, on the other hand, carried a chewy texture that I really enjoyed together with the clam meat. Second courses were a bit less amazing compared with their pasta (probably that's the reason they also offered pasta tasting menu?), yet I do recommend the halibut if you prefer a lighter meal. I also liked my strawberry semifredo, while the chocolate cake was on the sweeter side.
Since my friend and I were sharing many dishes, Lincoln was considerate enough to prepare plates so that we could easily divide the food; many times our waiter simply pre-divide for us.
Would like to come back for their pasta-tasting for sure! One minor thing, the appetizers felt to me a bit weak and did not carry too many signature elements – shrimp on the sour side, and tuna a bit lack of flavor. Nevertheless, I did enjoy other courses, as well as my whole time dining in.
My goodness…These portions are BIG!
Some dishes were overwhelming, and some underwhelming…but overall it was a truly lovely and memorable experience and for that, plus the mind-blowing seafood dish, I have to rate at least 4 stars.
I love that the menu currently has a focus on a specific region of Italy.
Their current menu is highly focused on funghi – Truffles Galore!!!
FUNGHI TRIFOLATI – 4/5 was a large plate of basically mushroom steaks
CARNE CRUDA* – 2/5 Thick carpaccio of beef sirloin, very underwhelming flavor but has great texture!
BRODETTO – 5/5 Seafood cooked to perfection! Floral bouquet of flavor!! I Highly recommend this dish if you enjoy complex flavors, salt, and seafood!
PAPPARDELLE DI CASTAGNA CON RAGU DI CINGHIALE* – 5/5 This brings me back to Flour+Water in SF – Fresh, handmade pasta, rich flavors…this dish is truly perfect!
Truffle and Artichoke Custard 4/5 – This was new, and delicious, and very very rich.
Service: 4/5 Felt a bit rushed, but I think that was the personality of the waiter. Definitely was a fine Dining level of service.
Atmosphere: 4.5/5 Sophisticated, Modern, Classy
This place was all sorts of "not bad." A friend and I ended up here purely out of curiosity about its architecture and interior. Set underneath a dramatic sloped (and fenced-off) "rooftop lawn" at Lincoln Center, it's very much the NYC version of a verdant-topped hobbit hole. Inside, it was mostly empty on a Sunday early evening, and felt pleasant and open but private at the same time.
We only got drinks. Most everything on the cocktail list is based off vermouths. The wine list is extensive and, appropriately, quite Italian. No food of any sort is allowed at the bar area – either at the bar, or at the cozy cocktail tables nearby.
The cocktail list of course dots its descriptions with interesting-sounding flourishes. But essentially my friend got their take on a sazerac, which was fine. I got their version of an Aperol spritz, which I should've known would be too light and cloying for my liking.
Service was polite, both affected and warm at the same time. The grissini they served at the table were nearly stale. I sense that neither food nor drink is the star of the show at Lincoln Ristorante, but it sure is an interesting physical space to spend some time in.