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Uptown › Upper West Side › Celeste
CelesteB+?
502 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024
· Takeout Restaurant, Bar, Lunch restaurant
· Upper West Side
Beloved, cash-only Upper West Side Italian spot with fast, homestyle cooking and standout pastas and pizzas, but cramped seating and polarizing owner interactions; value is good for NYC if you are prepared for the vibe.
Why this grade
⚠️ Review concerns: This assessment reflects moderate uncertainty due to questionable review patterns. See details in Authenticity Assessment. Celeste delivers reliable neighborhood Italian dining with excellent pasta and pizza execution and attentive, knowledgeable service.
One caveat: Cash only with no exceptions; some guests caught off guard
What to order here
- Tagliatelle Bolognese
- Vermicelli alle Vongole
- Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
What stands out
- That first bite of bolognese on fresh noodles
- Vongole that regulars order every visit
- Friendly guidance from servers like David
Opening Hours
Monday16:30–21:30
Tuesday16:30–21:30
Wednesday16:30–21:30
Thursday16:30–21:30
Friday16:30–22:00
Saturday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:00
Sunday12:00–15:00, 16:30–21:30
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