Esca
Neighborhood: Times Square/Theatre District/Midtown
Nearest Train: A, C, E at 42nd St
Phone: +1 212 564 7272 / +1 877 283 3407
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Esca means "bait" in Italian, so it is not surprising that this Southern Italian restaurant’s main focus is on seafood. Run by celebrity chef Mario Batali and restaurateur Joe Bastianich (also partners in Lupa and Babbo), Esca has innovative food, impeccable service and a charming atmosphere. Located on the edge of the Theater District, it features a dining room with pale yellow walls and a raw bar. Especially interesting are the crudos, pieces of raw fish seasoned with sea salt, olive oil and other condiments. The pastas, cooked fish and appetizers are also excellent.
Upscale Italian seafood
Neighborhood: Times Square/Theatre District/Midtown
Nearest Train: A, C, E at 42nd St
Phone: +1 212 564 7272 / +1 877 283 3407
Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
Click here to call Esca Toll Free
Make a Reservation
Video Guide
Esca means "bait" in Italian, so it is not surprising that this Southern Italian restaurant’s main focus is on seafood. Run by celebrity chef Mario Batali and restaurateur Joe Bastianich (also partners in Lupa and Babbo), Esca has innovative food, impeccable service and a charming atmosphere. Located on the edge of the Theater District, it features a dining room with pale yellow walls and a raw bar. Especially interesting are the crudos, pieces of raw fish seasoned with sea salt, olive oil and other condiments. The pastas, cooked fish and appetizers are also excellent.
Reviews
Eh
Eh, crudo was overrated and across the board too salty. The service was at best brusque and at worst...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from NY, NY, dude! on Aug 12 2005
