Eric's Italian Bistro

Eric's Italian Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Maureen VIP

   New York City9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We went to Eric's for the first time for Easter Dinner. The experience was wonderful. We were asked which area we wanted to sit in based on the knowledge of 2 large parties showing up in the main dining area. We chose the bar area as there was no one at the bar and the tables there were also mostly empty. They also turned the TV volume off so we could hear each other. I had the eggplant parmigiana which was one of the best I ever had. Salmon and Chicken Scarpello where also had by others at the table and they were also thought to be very good. the portions were generous and all the food arrive to the table hot. The apple strudel and chocolate delight were both generous and yummy. I would recommend Eric's to anyone.
   

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   Linda

   New York City10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Spent a birthday dinner for a family of 4 on my recommendation. We were the 4 table seated, spaced apart and were more than comfortable. We were warmly greeted and seated promptly. Drink orders taken and were offered the right amount of time to browse the fruitful menu. A variety of bread was delivered as well as bruschetta, seasoned oil for dipping, the most creamy butter and sliced salami. 2 in the party ordered the Prix Fixe, which includes an appetizer, main course and dessert sampler. All choices were excellent. One had the pasta fagioli and another had the Caesar salad, with added anchovies. Both were plentiful, full of flavor, and fresh. Main courses were lasagna, pasta with vegetables in light white sauce, the massive pork chop with peppers and chicken piccata. We all were very satisfied with the generous portions and flavors. This meal was cooked with love! Dessert that’s included with the prix fixe offered berries with cream, cannoli, a slice of chocolate cake, cheesecake and a cookie wedge. They even offered a large slice of the most perfect cheesecake, for the 2 birthdays. Truly a fantastic meal with extremely personable staff who make great conversation. The gentlemen were very attentive to all. The music is of the proper level to listen and enjoy, as well as converse.
   

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   Chris VIP

   New York City42 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dinner at Eric’s was an amazing experience. Our server, Santiago, was amazing. Very accommodating and attentive the entire night. The food was delicious. Of note, the squid ink pasta with shrimp and linguini with clam was were the best I’ve had in quite awhile. I highly recommend Eric’s.
   

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   MoniqueD VIP

   New York City6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service, food, and ambiance were wonderful. Highly recommend!
   

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   Kevin

   New York City6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Waiter was very attentive and friendly and the food was well prepared and served hot with a generous portion. The menu provides a wide option of selections from appetizers, salads pastas entrees that range from assorted meats to fish dishes. I would definitely return again.
   

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   Risa VIP

   New York City18 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Service was not great, food was not good at all. My friend sent back his pasta dish, said it was awful. He’s in the food business & rarely sends back anything nor complains The tomato or marinara sauce on my chicken dish had so much pepper. It was not tasty at all.
   

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   Joseph VIP

   New York City13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife and I have been meaning to eat here for quite sometime and last night finally did. The restaurant has a real neighborhood vibe and the menu was quite expansive with plenty of great choices. I started with the meatballs and sausage in a red sauce. If you judge an Italian restaurant on its red sauce then you would give this restaurant 5 stars just off their red sauce. My main was the chicken scarpariello. Delicious, well seasoned and plentiful. Plenty of leftovers. My wife had grandma’s lasagna and felt it was one of the best she ever had. For dessert we split the zeppoles which were perfectly dense and not overly fried. Our server Santiago, also the manager, was pleasant and never missed a beat with a very efficient dinner. We will definitely be going here on a regular in the future.
   

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   Rhonda

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I took my Goddaughter to Eric's Italian Bistro for lunch to celebrate her birthday and it was a fantastic experience. The food was excellent (large salads to start) and the seafood entrees were DELICIOUS!! And to finalize the meal, they sent over a selection of dessert treats with a fiery candle to celebrate the occasion. And I must admit, they have the best lemon drops I've had in a long time. Special thanks to Santiago and George for helping make this a perfect birthday celebration.
   

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   Andrew VIP

   New York City9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Scott was amazing! The service was top-notch, and the food was absolutely delicious. We had the Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato, Traditional Caesar Salad, Grandma’s Lasagna, and Chicken Parm—everything was perfect. The restaurant looked beautiful, decorated with hearts everywhere for Valentine’s Day, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. Highly recommend!
   

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    Owen

    New York State1 review

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4

    Never left a review before but had to on this place. Waited 40 mins after being seated to have a drink order taken, didn’t get water/bread after 20 minutes to point we had to ask for it. I understood restaurants are under a lot of pressure especially on Friday nights I completely get that but to not even be acknowledged with “Hey I see you I will be with asap” that would have been fine. Instead nothing. Food was good but service will make me never go back.
    

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