L'Artusi

What groups say

Groups of about 11 to 14 book the upstairs wine room for birthdays and private events, often on family-style set menus.

• The private wine room sits upstairs and is lined with wine bottles, with sliding doors that can be closed to cut noise.
• Reviewers report parties of 11 and 12 in the wine room, plus larger group dinners in the private dining room.
• One host worked with a private events director on a family-style prix fixe covering starters, pastas, entrees, wine and dessert.
• Booking by phone for parties over 6 was difficult for one group; another arrived to a table not ready for 25 minutes.

Drawn from 70 Google reviews of L'Artusi that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• wine room dinner, party of 11

  I reserved L'Artusi's wine room for a celebratory dinner for 11 guests on their family-style set/prix fixe menu which their private events director Leah kindly went over with me. It was the perfect space for this size of gathering and our guests had a wonderful time! The ambiance was lively (might feel a bit loud at first but better when the sliding doors are closed all the way), the servers and staff were friendly and fast (took care of any needs very promptly), the pacing was perfect, and the food was fantastic. Some of the standout dishes were: the wagyu carpaccio, the perciatelli nero, the costata di manzo (30 oz dry aged ribeye which was cooked perfectly), their famous olive oil cake (of course), and shoutout to their homemade calabrian chili paste (have it with the cacio e pepe)! I would highly recommend hosting events in their private wine room -- you'll be sure to have a fun and memorable meal.

• birthday dinner, party of 12

  Went to L’Artusi for a friend’s birthday dinner on Valentine’s Day and it was amazing. They have a private section of the restaurant surrounded by wine and it was classy and intimate. Perfect for the 12 of us. Food was absolutely delicious. We were able to have three starters, three pastas, two entrees, unlimited wine, and dessert. Every single thing was cooked well and seasoned perfectly. Not only was the food great but the service was perfect. Our server was so attentive, kind, and really added to the birthday mood. Unfortunately, I did write down her name but lost it. She was amazing!!! So if you were working Valentine’s Day for the birthday party from 6-9pm, thank you so much for contributing to such a memorable birthday party. :) Totally recommend L’Artusi to eat and/or have your birthday party here.

• private room dinner

  The burrata was DIVINE. The Brussel sprouts and other appetizers were really well done. I liked the pasta, but it didn’t stand out as much. Focaccia was real delightful. We were a big group in the private dining room. Service was too slow. Long periods of waiting, especially for the first set of food. Water replenishment was also a tad slow. The desserts were okay. The presentation of the olive oil cake was tacky. The cookies were cold?? Overall nice spot, cute area, really good food; very good for family style / sharing.

• group dinner, party of 6

  The pasta here is top notch. The flavors here are bold and unique, while the pasta is perfectly cooked al dente. Can confidently recommend the bucatini and rigatoni. The apps are also good for sharing. Our waitstaff were excellent, but we had issues calling in for reservations for groups larger than 6. The phone was not consistently picked up during the advertised hours. Our reserved table was also not ready for 25 minutes, and our group was offered complimentary champagne. Atmosphere is loud, crowded, and chaotic on a Friday evening.

• private event

  We had a private event here. Incredible service and food. Would absolutely recommend. Everything went right.

Good to know

Italian small plates are matched by an extensive wine list at this bi-level restaurant.

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does L'Artusi have a private dining room?

Yes. L'Artusi offers a private dining room for groups in West Village. Wine Room up to 14 surrounded by 2,000 bottles; mezzanine up to 55; Supper Club at 105 Christopher St seats 28; full buyout up to 90.

How much does it cost to book a private event at L'Artusi?

Guests at L'Artusi typically spend $50 to $100 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact L'Artusi for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is L'Artusi open?

L'Artusi is open Monday to Thursday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, Friday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Saturday 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is L'Artusi?

L'Artusi is a $$$ Italian restaurant in West Village, New York City, rated 4.6 stars across 2,694 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Italian small plates are matched by an extensive wine list at this bi-level restaurant. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at L'Artusi?

Groups of about 11 to 14 book the upstairs wine room for birthdays and private events, often on family-style set menus. The private wine room sits upstairs and is lined with wine bottles, with sliding doors that can be closed to cut noise. Reviewers report parties of 11 and 12 in the wine room, plus larger group dinners in the private dining room. One host worked with a private events director on a family-style prix fixe covering starters, pastas, entrees, wine and dessert. Booking by phone for parties over 6 was difficult for one group; another arrived to a table not ready for 25 minutes. Reviewers praise: wine room fits roughly 11 to 14 and feels intimate; family-style set menu covers starters, pastas, entrees and dessert; servers attentive and fast, pacing praised for a large party; shareable plates and pastas work well for a table. Watch for: dining room gets loud; sliding doors help in the wine room; slow first courses and water refills reported for one large group; phone booking for parties over 6 was hard to reach. Based on 70 Google reviews of L'Artusi that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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