Arturo's
Greenwich Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Arturo's is a practical downtown dinner pick for groups who care more about location and ease than awards or a tightly defined chef-driven format. Use it as a flexible West Houston option, especially when plans may continue elsewhere in lower Manhattan.
About Arturo's
Consider Arturo's when the goal is a casual evening plan in New York City rather than a highly specific destination plan. Arturo's is open daily from 5–11 PM, and the dress code is casual.
If cuisine, price range, chef, awards, menu format, or house specialties are important to the decision, check with the restaurant directly before booking. Arturo's is best considered when the timing and casual setting fit the night.
Use it as a casual evening option
The right strategy is to keep expectations practical. Arturo's has a nightly 5–11 PM schedule, which makes it relevant for evening plans throughout the week. For a specific dining format, signature dish, or service style, check directly before committing.
The decision should not be based on trophy signals alone. The stronger argument is logistical: Arturo's is a New York City option with casual dress and consistent evening hours.
Other options to compare
Against Tomoe, Arturo's should be compared on practical fit rather than specifics. Compared with The Folly, the choice comes down to which venue better matches the plan for the night.
Citizens Of Bleecker is another venue to consider when comparing options. Koké and Chateau Royale are also worth comparing if the group wants to weigh Arturo's against a different setting.
The planning call is simple: use Arturo's for casual evening plans in New York City when the nightly 5–11 PM hours and casual dress code fit. If the occasion needs a specific cuisine, chef, menu format, price point, or award history, confirm those details directly before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 106 W Houston St, New York, NY 10012
- Website
- arturoscoaloven.com
- Phone
- +12126773820
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Arturo's reads like a living piece of neighborhood history. Anchored at 106 West Houston since 1957, the room derives its personality from longevity more than decor — it becomes the reference point as SoHo and Greenwich Village transform around it. The kitchen's coal oven and the red-sauce, Italian‑American menu reinforce a straightforward, unpretentious character: familiar, durable and quietly authoritative. Rather than chasing culinary trends, Arturo's wears its history as an asset, offering a casual, time-tested counterpoint to the city's revolving-door dining landscape.
Best For
This is the kind of restaurant people turn to for a relaxed, decidedly New York night out. Its coal-oven pizza and red-sauce classics make it a reliable choice for dinner and late-night meals, and the enduring presence on West Houston suits guests who value continuity and neighbourhood institutions. Couples looking for a low-key date night, groups wanting familiar, shareable Italian-American dishes, and anyone chasing straightforward, well-executed pizza will find Arturo's hit the right notes without the ceremony of fine dining.
Ordering Tips
Lean into what the kitchen has been doing for decades: order coal-oven pizza and house specialties that speak to the restaurant's history. The menu architecture centers on Italian-American red-sauce dishes, so prioritize signature items like the Clams Arturo and a coal-oven pizza to experience the core of the menu. Because the place is presented as an à la carte, unfussy classic rather than a tasting-menu destination, build a simple, shareable meal of pizza and one or two classic pasta or seafood plates to get a full sense of Arturo's strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, family atmosphere with simple decor, exposed brick, and lively jazz music.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Clams Arturo
- Coal-Oven Pizza
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 106 W Houston St, New York, NY 10012
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tomoe, Notable alternative
- The Folly, Notable alternative
- Citizens Of Bleecker, Notable alternative
- Koké, Notable alternative
- Chateau Royale, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Arturo's compares in New York City
Arturo's is the more flexible choice if the group wants a casual downtown dinner without committing to a narrow format. Tomoe is the stronger pick when sushi is the point of the night; Arturo's works better when the party has mixed preferences or wants a less structured plan.
For ambiance, The Folly is the better cross-shop if the evening is drinks-led, while Arturo's makes more sense as the dinner anchor. Citizens Of Bleecker is the closest comparison for neighborhood convenience, especially if Bleecker Street is where the group already plans to be.
Koké and Chateau Royale are better fits for diners who want the restaurant itself to be the main event. Choose Arturo's when ease, centrality, and a low-friction dinner matter more than a more defined occasion restaurant.
Explore New York City
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Arturo's guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Arturo's
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Arturo's | New York City | No published awards |
| Tomoe | New York City | No published awards |
| The Folly | New York City | No published awards |
| Citizens Of Bleecker | New York City | No published awards |
| Koké | New York City | No published awards |
| Chateau Royale | New York City | 2025 The New Yorker The Best Things I Ate |
How Arturo's New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Arturo's accommodate groups?
For group accommodations, contact Arturo's directly and compare it with Chateau Royale if you need another option.
What should a first-timer know about Arturo's?
Plan it as a casual New York City evening option. Arturo's is open every day from 5–11 PM, and the dress code is casual.
What should I order at Arturo's?
Review the current menu or ask the restaurant directly before ordering.
What are alternatives to Arturo's?
Tomoe, Citizens Of Bleecker, The Folly, Koké, and Chateau Royale are venues to compare with Arturo's depending on the kind of night you are planning.
Is lunch or dinner better at Arturo's?
Dinner is the natural fit. Arturo's is open 5–11 PM every day, so plan for an evening meal.
