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Lido Harlem

Lido Harlem

Italian Restaurant$$$$
Central Harlem, New York
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    Bruce T.
    "neighborhood spot with famed executive chef Serena Bass"(3 Tips)
    Craig T.
    "Try the Short Rib Hash and Eggs"(5 Tips)
    Maciio P.
    "Bottomless mimosas are so good and the beat part -> refill 🖤🔥🖤"(23 Tips)
    Sebastian B.
    "Try the polenta fries with black olive dip"(8 Tips)
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  • Nina G.heart icon on user image
    Nina GomesJanuary 24, 2017
    Exquisite food, great atmosphere and friendly staff, including talented chef Serena Bass, a true genius. Lunch specials for $10 are excellent deals: steam mussels and the Tuscan burger were perfect!!
  • amNewYork
    amNewYorkMay 5, 2013
    The traditional Italian décor coupled with the brick wall normally seen in bars lends itself well to the overall ambience of this spot. A variety of Italian dishes are offered, and they also deliver.
  • __TR3V
    __TR3VJanuary 21, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get there before 1pm to beat the church crowd for Sunday brunch. The French toast and the chicken panini are great options to try. Opt for the bottomless mimosas. Well worth it
  • Maciio P.heart icon on user image
    Maciio PinedaOctober 19, 2019
    The food is so good. I tried the open faced panini along with a mimosa, no regrets!!! I'm a city guy so I love this place so take that in mind, this is a noisy place, but lovely though.
  • Charron F.heart icon on user image
    Charron F.May 1, 2014
    Perfect date night spot - we enjoyed the creamy garlic bread, gnocchi and the ravioli dishes. They were all delish and very attentive service. Can't wait to go back.
  • Kelliheart icon on user image
    KelliMay 28, 2015
    Definitely one of the bigger brunch venus in the area. Wait staff is awesome for how busy the brunch hour is for them. Great for dates, if you have visitors in town or meeting a girlfriend.
  • Michael K.heart icon on user image
    Michael KingDecember 10, 2013
    Wonderful friendly staff, met the Chef Serena Bass (amazing and wonderful) and Susan the owner. Food is always consist and wonderful both in presentation and in taste. 5 Stars
  • New York Habitat
    New York HabitatFebruary 2, 2012
    This restaurant has a great vibe, all meals are wonderful and they have a great happy hour that lasts until 7:30. Fill up then take a stroll through nearby Morningside Park.
  • Chris E.heart icon on user image
    Chris EvansJuly 29, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The short-rib hash paired with bottomless mimosas is probably the single best thing you could possibly do around Morningside Heights on a Saturday or Sunday morning.
  • Jaro G.heart icon on user image
    Jaro G4April 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If they have it as a special be sure to treat yourself to their pumpkin ravioli with a balsamic reduction. Simply unbelievable
  • Jaro G.heart icon on user image
    Jaro G4March 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything here is actually delicious. Be sure to definitely start off with Crostini (Salted Cod and Prosciutto for sure) also the Mushroom Polenta and Gnocchi with Truffle Butter is to die for.
  • Tyrone H.
    Tyrone H.November 28, 2014
    Please try the Spagehttini Parmesan, and spend the extra 6 bucks and get the Shrimp! I promise you you won't regret it! Also, treat yourself to the Garlic Parmesan Bread! Awesome!
  • Kateheart icon on user image
    KateFebruary 6, 2020
    Loved Lido! Went for Restaurant Week - had the beet salad, black squid ink pasta, and bread pudding. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff!
  • thmheart icon on user image
    thmAugust 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Yummy brunch. Food comes out pretty quickly. Went on a Sunday and the place was packed!! Lots of z-list reality tv sightings 😉
  • Adna
    AdnaJanuary 29, 2015
    Lovely clean restaurant with great service. Portions run on the smaller side, but the food quality is definitely worth your money.
  • Minnie K.
    Minnie KimSeptember 18, 2014
    Bottomless mimosa brunch was spectacular! And it's only $13! The blueberry pancakes are fluffy and just melt in your mouth.
  • Daniel M.heart icon on user image
    Daniel Marco FernandezNovember 23, 2016
    Lunch menu is really cheap and tasty! The hamburger is good and also the spaghetti (10 $ each). Just across the street you have a Levain Bakery for the best dessert in town.
  • Tom I.heart icon on user image
    Tom IgoeJanuary 14, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Our go-to neighborhood place. Always a good burrata appetizer, the polenta fries are great, and many good entrees. Nice folks too.
  • Harlem A.heart icon on user image
    Finally an eatery that gives good service, good wine, good food and good face. This is one good looking staff. Check out their gay night for the hipster folk with cash.
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupNovember 4, 2011
    Check out this intimate Italian joint for brunch for perfectly poached eggs and a delicious frittata! You also can’t go wrong with their $10 bottomless mimosa!
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkJuly 18, 2018
    The best approach to Lido is to treat it like a tapas bar, snacking your way through dinner Read more
  • Anya
    AnyaDecember 10, 2017
    Very happening place. Definitely come for brunch here and their unlimited mimosas 😋
  • Evan H.heart icon on user image
    Evan HarmsJuly 26, 2016
    Halibut was fantastic; good wine and good salad too. Bruschetta was dandy as well. A little pricey but worth it
  • Adam C.
    Adam CarnegroJanuary 31, 2016
    Try the Beef Short Rib Hash, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise - #TreatYoSelf (via @Foodspotting)
  • Shea J.
    Shea JohnsonJanuary 2, 2012
    Great brunch in Harlem. $10 unlimited mimosas. Try the fennel salad or the poached eggs with white polenta.
  • Kristen M.
    Kristen MurphySeptember 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Seasonal menu, but the short ribs, gnocchi, and veal meatballs are fantastic. Wine list is good & priced well. Hard to go wrong here.
  • Matthew C.heart icon on user image
    Matthew CaldecuttMay 28, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    There's a smaller lunch menu, meaning you can stop in and be on you way in under an hour. I recommend the garlic bread and gnocchi.
  • Ivy B.
    Ivy BSeptember 29, 2013
    OMG love this spot. And will officially be visiting again. White polenta is delightful. And the egg is poached perfectly.
  • Giselle V.
    Giselle ValdezJuly 25, 2014
    Loved loved loved the eggplant appetizer. The salmon and white sangria were quite yummy as well. Definitely going back!
  • Lacey H.
    Lacey HeggemJune 2, 2013
    The eggplant ravioli is the best I've ever had! Orange, mint, almond- the flavor is really complex, fresh and delicious.
  • Hectorheart icon on user image
    HectorFebruary 15, 2017
    Good for dates. Enjoy some wine and delicious Italian dishes in this cozy restaurant. Definitely make a reservation.
  • Thalia K.
    Thalia KApril 27, 2013
    Try the White Polenta Poached Egg Mushroom Ragu - With truffle oil and hot pepper flakes. Another delicious meal in Harlem!
  • Jonathan E.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan EtheartMay 19, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Lido has great brunch and dinner, but gets really crowded for weekend brunch, so make a reservation and/or be prepared to wait
  • Tiffany L.
    Tiffany LangstonFebruary 12, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Brunch gets packed, so make a reservation. Bottomless mimosa refills are frequent and plentiful
  • Anya
    AnyaDecember 10, 2017
    Very happening place definitely stop for brunch here and order unlimited mimosas 😍
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David SpruytMarch 4, 2017
    Excellent food,service and environment! Also good tips for cookies from the bakery right opposite ;)
  • TheColdest WynterEver
    TheColdest WynterEverMay 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    $14 unlimited mimosas. They definitely keep them filled. Thumbs up. Saw a couple sit here for at least 45 mins post meal and nobody rushed them. They instead enjoyed more mimosas!!!!
  • Max T.heart icon on user image
    Max ThomasJuly 20, 2014
    Dinner is a lovely experience with well prepared and served Italian fare with a touch of sophistication.
  • Raena W.
    Raena WilliamsFebruary 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The mussels are so flavorful. Lots of garlicky tomato goodness. Oh and try the Sangria. It's $5 for happy hour and it has more flavor than I expected.
  • Tylerheart icon on user image
    TylerJuly 14, 2018
    Friendly service, superb food. The omelette, egg panini, and salad were all choice.
  • Tom W.heart icon on user image
    Tom WangJanuary 4, 2015
    Try theIr unique twist on French toast for brunch. It's different on the outside but tastes good in your insides
  • Paul L.
    Paul LevinsonAugust 24, 2016
    One of best restaurants in the world- period. Everything's delicious!
  • Sebastian B.heart icon on user image
    Sebastian Behar PiqueroOctober 15, 2016
    Try the polenta fries with black olive dip
  • Lindsey G.
    Lindsey GJanuary 30, 2012
    No bad meal on the menu...my favorite order: Beet Salad, Cod, chocolate with sea salt and olive oil....great date night!
  • Michael K.heart icon on user image
    Michael KingDecember 10, 2013
    Consistently great food, make sure you save room for the desert too...this place is always worth the trip.
  • Samuel T.heart icon on user image
    Samuel TurnerJuly 18, 2015
    Delicious scallops and risotto. We sat outside but the inside looked interesting.
  • Jess O.heart icon on user image
    Jess OstroffDecember 18, 2013
    The perfect lunch - sugar snap pea and arugula salad plus the budino for dessert! Delicious!!
  • Kaitlyn P.
    Kaitlyn PezikSeptember 14, 2015
    bottomless mimosas, goat cheese, asparagus, shrimp and hollendaise omelette is amazing
  • Natalie L.heart icon on user image
    Natalie LeMossAugust 17, 2023
    A great spot for Brunch, must have a reservation and food comes out fast
  • Aaron C.heart icon on user image
    Aaron CallowayJuly 12, 2013
    $15 cocktails make for a pretty big tab, but they're delicious. The undercooked my steak, so I'm a fan of drinking here over eating here.
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