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I stumbled across this place with a group of friends while enjoying an initially fantastic day in the city. It appears from the exterior to be a panini cafe, with no allusion to the actual nature of the place. That is not to say that I wasn't pleasantly surprised by the unexpected conversion from a quick brunch to a two course lunch. They started well with an excellent macchiato, the one thing that was done well. Following taking our order the wait staff managed to bungle the order for both my courses. After arriving long after the entree and main of my dining-mates I was underwhelmed with the carpaccio, and bored by the bland marinara. The quality of my colleagues meals was no better, but at least punctual. One friend commented that he was surprised they could catch squid in the east river. I would wholeheartedly recommend against eating here.

M Girlfriend and I ate at this place for Valentine's Day. How can anyone say that this place isn't anything but superb? Price: Yes, it's expensive. If you cannot afford it..don't go! Food: Unreal - seriously one of the better Italian places I've eaten at. Atmosphere: The upstairs is indeed a tad loud - the restaurant itself is gorgeous and quite romantic. Ask to be seated in the wine cellar below. This place is unbelievable and highly reccomended!

I read several reviews complaining about the prices. I dont understand why people complain about the obvious.If you cannot deal with it then go to a place that is over your budget! It is an upscale place with upscale NYC prices and I dont think they are trying to hide that by any means. I think their paninis are delicious and they have the best cappucino in the city. I didnt see anything bad about the service, they are attentive, they greet you with smile! My friend thinks their upper East location has better tramissu. Overall, it is expensive but lives up to its standards. Good ambiance and the refined crowd is plusses.

Being in NYC about 30 nights a year accounts for our knowledge of over a hundred primarily midtown restaurants. This one tops our list when it comes to the quality of the food. We also find the service to be excellent. The meals we have had at Bottega del Vino have been consistently wonderful whether we have ordered pasta, fish, or even rabbit. Whether going for an intimate evening to celebrate a special occasion (birthdays or Valentines Day) or with a group of friends we always have a memorable dining experience. We can't wait to return for another great meal.

This restaurant is a confusing combination. One can think that one is entering a paninii caffe, but inside you actually have a restaurant. Overpriced place, just go around the block for better food and better service. The interior design is amasing though, very well set architectorial design.

Bottega is one of the rare restaurant, it has a unique look and great selection of wines. I was impressed with the variety of wines they have; however many of which are I should say overpriced. I doubted that food was unique veronese cuisine, in fact I think it had some french facade, if you pay attention to the special they offer daily you will realise that. It is a great looking restaurant and for that I have to give them an A. As far as the service goes, they try but is still unsatisfactory compared to other restaurants I've seen in New York.

This is a very unusual looking Italian restaurant. It is like to be in Italian Alps. Food is basic but good Italian. The vines are totally overpriced. I have never seen so expencively priced standard and upscale Italian vines. Theose are 5 to 10 times over the retail prices.