Upscale Italian seafood w/ incredible pasta & crudi. A sophisticated spot near Central Park w/ prime people-watching.
This upscale Italian seafood restaurant near Columbus Circle is celebrated for its exceptional pasta dishes, with the octopus and bone marrow fusilli being a standout. The crudi selection is also highly recommended. Despite its sophisticated ambiance and prime location overlooking Central Park South, the restaurant maintains a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a great spot for people-watching.
The restaurant is renowned for its Italian seafood cuisine, with particular highlights being its pasta dishes, such as the octopus and bone marrow fusilli, and its crudi. While most feedback is positive, some reviewers mention high prices and occasional inconsistencies in quality.
"The octopus and bone marrow fusilli, uni pasta, crudi, and lobster and burrata appetizer are frequently recommended dishes. The tiramisu is also praised."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards the restaurant, praising its pasta and seafood, though some note it can be quite expensive.
Important Note
Some users report a decline in quality and service over the years, and the restaurant is noted for its high prices, particularly for drinks.
"Marea was listed alongside Robert as a top recommendation for dining."
Positive"The user simply agreed with the recommendation for Marea."
Positive"Marea was recommended as a beautiful venue suitable for a romantic date night."
Positive"Marea was suggested as an addition to the list of potential restaurants for the occasion."
Positive"Marea on Central Park South was mentioned as a very good option for a romantic date night, though the user suggested possibly raising the budget."
Positive"Marea was considered jaw-droppingly expensive and very salty, even when compared to other high-end restaurants worldwide."
Negative"Marea was an excellent experience for a birthday celebration."
Positive"Marea is described as very expensive."
Negative"Marea is suggested for an upscale dining experience."
Positive"Recommended the crab and butter pasta at Marea, noting its simple yet delicious preparation."
Positive"This user listed Marea as a recommendation."
Positive"Marea had an older clientele around 6 PM, with a younger crowd arriving after 8 PM, suggesting it might fit the user's request for an older demographic."
Positive"Marea is suggested as a dining option for the business dinner."
Neutral"A patron recently paid $32 for a martini in NYC, highlighting the excessively high drink prices in the city."
Negative"This commenter considers Marea their favorite restaurant for special occasions, stating the bone marrow pasta is worth the high cost."
Positive"The high cost of cocktails at Marea and other establishments is notable. Even mocktails are priced very high, at $14-16, making them nearly as expensive as alcoholic drinks."
Negative"A patron was shocked that the cheapest cocktail at Marea was $32, finding it exorbitant. The hostess repeatedly offered non-alcoholic options."
Negative"Marea is recommended as an excellent restaurant, and the user mentions being taken there for their birthday."
Positive"Marea is listed as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"This user agrees Marea is excellent and very expensive. They specifically recall a memorable pasta dish with octopus and bone marrow."
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