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Italian Restaurant$$$$
Garment District, New York
The folks at Time Out New York and The New York Times like this place. Would you agree?
"Zagat claims #1 best newcomer- from Michael White (Marea)"(9 Tips)
"Trofie Nero and Spaghetti for pasta"(11 Tips)
"The White Label Burger with Neuske bacon is delicious!"(8 Tips)
"can't go wrong with the prix fix! delicious pasta, duck, and sirloin"(13 Tips)
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Mike ChauJanuary 26, 2014Try the White Label Burger - 8 oz. prime burger, bacon marmalade, American cheese, fried egg. One of the best burgers ever.
SteveFebruary 28, 2016Fantastic starters were followed by a pretty ho-hum steak. Not a particularly great piece of meat cooked in an adequate but not particularly great way, charged at a particularly expensive price.
The Daily MealJune 8, 2011Compared to White's other restaurants with menus focused on seared meats, Ai Fiori is more feminine in its approach to food. It has a Provencal influence and focuses on the region's cuisine. Read more
Saneel RadiaApril 15, 2012Try the Butter-Poached Nova Scotia Lobster - Perfectly cooked lobster, and don't worry, the decadent butter doesn't over power the freshness of the dish
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013Taste beautifully crisp sheets of "panzanella," spaghetti w/ saffron, & bay-crusted cod. For dessert, get La Religieuse. – Green Guide Editor
The New York TimesFebruary 25, 2011You know you’re getting that butter-poached lobster, or the lamb, so work back from there, with wines to match. Oh, man. Read more
Christophe AldunateDecember 6, 2013Fabulous ! Service, food, wine list, decor ! Loved it :-) don't miss spaghetti with crab meat.
Nathan KamMay 30, 2012Three words for lunch: White Label Burger! Get it medium rare and enjoy every bite. The best burger I've ever eaten!
Lauren MelcherAugust 31, 2014Everything was delicious, but we especially loved the vegetable sides (we ordered them as starters)
The Leading Hotels of the WorldFebruary 3, 2011Perhaps the best 2nd floor walk-up in the city! (Don't worry they also have an elevator!) Fantastic cuisine from the Italian and French Riviera :)- Alex StergiouSeptember 18, 2017Had an excellent dinner here recently. Food and service were both incredible! Thx
Do the crudo di passera. Always get the prix fix. It's a great deal.
Julia KristinJune 1, 2014I love this place! Very beautiful plates and everything on the menu is phenomenal!
Village VoiceNovember 14, 2011Winner of Best Use of Ink in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! The seafood ragu uses squid ink noodles that aren't to be missed.
Flavia GJanuary 24, 2015Great interpretation of the Italian cuisine. It's expensive, but you really get what you pay for.
Andres ZirlingerMay 14, 2017Burger is to die for! Nice menu and great experience. However, Marea is much much better
- Village VoiceNovember 14, 2011Winner of Best Italian (Upscale) in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! Four courses of amazing food for $84 is a steal.
- Craig PilantApril 13, 2013If you come here, ask for Michelangelo -- he is terrific and will guide you through the many choices and explain the many dishes here.
Martha PidalDecember 25, 2014Our family had Xmas Eve Dinner last evening and enjoyed dining from the Prix Fixe Menu
@JaumePrimeroJune 4, 2013Two noteworthy mentions: the pastry program and the cocktails. Two thumbs up on both fronts!
Mirta GabelloniNovember 19, 2017With reservation we had to wait for the table for more than 20 minutes!
Margarita M YanovskayaFebruary 24, 2012a good yammi one. meats, deserts, wines are super good. and the prices are so low in comparison to london
Mary MSeptember 28, 2011Prix fixe lunch was divine. Highly recommend their spaghetti (perfectly al dente) with crab and hint of heat. Using chilies
Bullfrog & BaumJanuary 24, 2011This Riviera-inspired restaurant has an intriguing menu. A must try is their unreal "White Label" that adds new flavors all throughout the burger.
Amit GolanJuly 17, 2015The White Label Burger is even better than Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger.
- Mike ChauJanuary 26, 2014Try the Sunday Brunch Buffet - Smoked salmon, sable and so many delicious meats.
Time Out New YorkOctober 5, 2011Try the luxurious scallop and bone marrow starter. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more
Cynthia DrescherApril 1, 2012Look. If you're not ordering the St. George absinthe, you better try the Strega Swizzle. Even presentation is excellent.
Evan StaffSeptember 15, 20141. The rack of lamb is ground up and reconstructed, like a sausage, with foie frickin' gras.
Lindsey KimDecember 24, 2013Trofie Nero - squid ink pasta. Omg going to be dreaming about this one for a while
JauntedApril 16, 2011ORDER THE ABSINTHE. The expensive, US-made one. The preparations are detailed and exquisite. It's totally worth it. Everyone will stare.
Ioanna StavrouJanuary 26, 2014Fine dining,excellent duck ...the pasta with black truffle could taste less butter...
MimiFebruary 25, 2011Scallop and bone marrow, veal agnolotti, gnocchetti, lobster, rack of lamb. Go with a friend and try them all.
Here's a little secret: Chris Jaekel is quietly serving some of the best food in the city. Better than White's celebrated Marea.
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Ai Fiori
400 5th Ave (at W 36th St)
New York, NY 10018
United States
New York, NY 10018
United States
Chef Michael White's Ai Fiori, located on the second floor of the Langham Place Hotel on Fifth Avenue, is highly acclaimed consistently and celebrates inspired cuisine from the Italian and French Riviera, showcasing a menu with modern interpretations of traditional regional dishes.
Closed until 7:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon, Sun
- 7:00 AM–9:30 PM
- Tue–Thu
- 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 7:00 AM–10:30 PM
(212) 613-8660
View menu on https://www.winendine.com/ai-fiori/menu-official
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"The mozzarella in carrozza is a great starter. And the spaghetti with tomato sauce will keep you coming back again and again."
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