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Classic Italian dining on Central Park South - Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant, New York, NY

Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant

4.8 (1624)
$50 and over
Italian
40 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019

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Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant

4.8
$50 and over
Italian
Columbus Circle

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2 people
20:00
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Gabriel's Bar and Restaurant has been a NYC staple for nearly four decades. Gabriel's brings the quintessential flavors of Italy right to the heart of Manhattan. Established in 1991 by Gabriel Aiello, his restaurant is known for providing excellent service and great food throughout the years and being home of many notable personalities. With rare dedication towards his craft, Gabriel will still find time to greet you at the front of the house and make your experience memorable. Now at our new home at 40 Central Park South, directly across from Central Park, we are proud to continue the same tradition, with the same sensibility and care. We offer bar and outdoor seating, a cozy yet elegant dining room with a luxurious and intimate feel, and a private dining room for special occasions.

No Show/Cancellation Policy: A fee of $25/person will be charged for no shows and cancellations made less than 6 hours before the reservation.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Aiello
  • Catering
    Yes—we cater events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings of 5 to large-scale celebrations of up to 220 guests. Whether in-home, office, or off-site, our team delivers the same quality, hospitality, and Italian-inspired cuisine that define the Gabriel’s experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating with family and friends or hosting a corporate gathering, Gabriel’s Bar & Restaurant offers an elegant setting, customizable menus, and attentive service. From intimate dinners to full buyouts, we tailor each event to create a seamless and memorable experience.
  • Area
    Columbus Circle
  • Cross Street
    Between 5th and 6th Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    N, Q, R, W, A, C, B, D, and 1 trains.
  • Entertainment
    no,
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant.

4.8

4.8
(1624)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant offers a charming atmosphere with standout Italian cuisine and exceptional service. Guests frequently praise the "wonderful experience" and "delicious food." The venue's prime location near Central Park, attentive staff, and owner Gabriel's "delightful" hospitality create a memorable dining experience, perfect for special occasions or casual visits.
1,624 Reviews
  1. Frank Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Across from Central Park, perfect place to dine and people watch. Service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Let them pick the wine. Perfect pairing. Food outstanding. Roasted pear salad best my wife has had. Magical real risotto. Everything fresh made in house. Great start to short trip.

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  2. Brendan

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner. Food and service were top notch and the owner was a real gentleman. Will definitely return.

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  3. James Gold

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lamb lasagna special was outstanding. The ravioli combs was too. Gabriel’s never disappoints

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  4. Chuck Gold

    Oklahoma51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian good we’ve had in NYC in a long time and there are a lot of great Italian restaurants. Also, got to dine with Tom Hanks, Leslie stahl, and Dianne Sawyer #namedrop.

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  5. Al Gold

    New York City66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Gabriel is an excellent host who makes every guest welcome. The food and drinks are standouts.

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  6. Leon

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location and atmosphere, good service, poor kitchen.

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  7. Dr. Richard Gold

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is better than most restaurants that propose themselves as “Italian”… they have a thoughtful staff and while it may be a bit pricey, it is more more or less what one would expect from a good restaurant in Manhattan. The real test is whether we would go back there again. And we most definitely would…

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  8. sascha Gold

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owner Gabriel is delightful and charming. A nyc restaurant that has a local neighborhood feel.

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  9. Diane Gold

    Alabama5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had lunch with a friend. Wonderful warm greeting, great service & food. Fabulous cocktail!

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  10. Robert

    Southwest Florida3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and great food. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice Italian meal

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gabriel Aiello
  • Catering
    Yes—we cater events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings of 5 to large-scale celebrations of up to 220 guests. Whether in-home, office, or off-site, our team delivers the same quality, hospitality, and Italian-inspired cuisine that define the Gabriel’s experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating with family and friends or hosting a corporate gathering, Gabriel’s Bar & Restaurant offers an elegant setting, customizable menus, and attentive service. From intimate dinners to full buyouts, we tailor each event to create a seamless and memorable experience.
  • Area
    Columbus Circle
  • Cross Street
    Between 5th and 6th Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    N, Q, R, W, A, C, B, D, and 1 trains.
  • Entertainment
    no,
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, Gabriel’s offers outdoor seating, including a pleasant spot at the edge of Central Park South that many guests enjoy.

Gabriel’s feels warm and intimate, a cozy, elegant dining room with artwork-lined walls and a circular bar overlooking Central Park, served with attentive, family-run hospitality.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, casual clothes are entirely appropriate for a visit to Gabriel’s.

For a calmer visit, aim for weekday lunch or an early weekday evening, guests noted arriving around 6pm on a Tuesday had no wait, and some weekday summer evenings were not terribly busy.

Gabriel's has a cozy yet elegant dining room, a bar, outdoor seating, and a private dining room for special occasions, reviewers also note bar seating and windowed openings that feel like outdoor spots.

Yes, Gabriel's is family-friendly: multiple guests report dining with children who enjoyed their meals, and reviewers praise the attentive service and welcoming atmosphere for families.

Weekend brunch at Gabriel's (Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am–4:00 pm) is a guest favorite, reviewers praise the brunch and come specifically for those weekend offerings.

Yes, reviewers confirm wheelchair access, noting an accessible entrance (via the neighboring building), an accessible bathroom, and staff who made a wheelchair guest comfortable.

Gabriel Aiello founded Gabriel's Bar and Restaurant in 1991 and remains actively involved, greeting guests and shaping the room.

Many guests describe portions as plentiful, reviewers note generous salads and comment that meals (including brunch items) leave diners comfortably satisfied.

Yes, Gabriel's cozy, elegant dining room and intimate feel make it a popular choice for date night, with several reviewers calling it perfect for romantic evenings and Valentine’s celebrations.

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Gabriel's Bar & Restaurant

4.8
$50 and over
Italian
Columbus Circle

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 10 times today
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