Last Updated: 15 days ago
Phone: (212) 582-5100
Address: 240 CENTRAL PARK SOUTH 10019
Elegant Italian seafood, refined pastas & crudo near Central Park. A sophisticated choice for discerning palates.
This upscale Italian seafood restaurant on Central Park South is known for its sophisticated ambiance and refined dishes, with a strong emphasis on fresh, sustainable seafood. From raw fish and crudo to expertly crafted pastas like the casarecce with lump crab and uni puree, the menu offers a taste of coastal Italy in a ritzy setting. Don't miss their beautifully made desserts, such as the blueberry-filled meringa.
The Italian cuisine here heavily features seafood, with a notable emphasis on crudo and raw fish preparations. Standout dishes include the Uni Pasta, red wine braised octopus pasta with bone marrow, and the lobster and burrata appetizer. While many rave about the pasta, some have noted that dishes can be overly salty. Desserts, such as the tiramisu and blueberry meringa, are also highly regarded.
"The Uni Pasta, red wine braised octopus pasta with bone marrow, and the lobster and burrata appetizer are frequently recommended. The tiramisu and blueberry meringa desserts are also highly praised."
Overall customer sentiment is positive, with many praising the excellent pasta dishes, particularly the Uni Pasta and the red wine braised octopus pasta with bone marrow. However, some recent comments suggest a decline in quality and a less vibrant atmosphere than in previous years, with a few citing high prices as a drawback.
Important Note
Some recent reviews suggest a decline in the restaurant's quality and atmosphere compared to its past reputation. It is also noted as being quite pricey.
"This commenter suggested Marea as a nice option for Italian seafood."
Positive"Marea is listed as an expensive but very good restaurant to try and get a reservation for."
Positive"This commenter notes that pasta dishes at Marea can cost around $50, with some reaching up to $70."
Neutral"This user simply suggests Marea when the topic of expensive pasta dishes comes up."
Neutral"The bar at Marea is highly recommended, especially for solo diners, and is suggested as a good spot after a walk in Central Park."
Positive"Marea is definitely recommended."
Positive"Marea is recommended."
Positive"This user recommended marea."
Neutral"Echoing prior sentiments, this user was also bummed that Marea, once their favorite restaurant, has declined in quality."
Negative"Due to a rude hostess, this commenter did not stay to dine at Marea and is now glad they didn't after reading other negative comments."
Neutral"This comment expresses a negative sentiment towards Marea, describing it as expensive, overly salty, and frequented by 'posers'."
Negative"The commenter found Marea to be 'just ok' during a Mother's Day visit, indicating it wasn't particularly great."
Neutral"Recalling a visit about 10 years prior, this commenter stated that Marea was great back then, implying a change since."
Positive"Their experience at Marea in 2022 was exceptionally bad in terms of both food and service, a stark contrast to its formerly phenomenal quality."
Negative"This user found Marea to be 'very mid' on a recent visit, a significant drop from its phenomenal state in 2011 and 2015."
Negative"This commenter and their wife, who used to love Marea, found the service and food to be mediocre during their last visit, which was disappointing."
Negative"The author feels Marea has declined significantly from its previous incredible state, now being merely average despite still being better than many restaurants."
Negative"In response to a query about Marea's current status, it was noted that the restaurant lost a Michelin star in 2019 and that Michael White has left the Altamarea group."
Negative"The user inquired if Marea, previously a popular spot, still maintains its quality."
Neutral"Marea was suggested as a dining option near Radio City and South Central Park."
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