Masseria Dei Vini
Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Masseria Dei Vini is a practical Midtown West booking for diners who want an easy sit-down meal near Columbus Circle without chasing a hard reservation. Go for lunch or early dinner first; compare Bad Roman for a louder Italian night, Sushi Damo for Japanese, and Dizzy's Club when live entertainment is the priority.
About Masseria Dei Vini
Is Masseria Dei Vini worth considering in New York City? It can be, if the plan is a direct New York City meal and the schedule and smart casual dress code fit your plans.
The published hours make it useful for midday-through-evening planning: Monday and Sunday from 12–10 PM, Tuesday through Thursday from 12–11 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM. With cuisine specifics, price tier, named dishes, reservation details, and service format left aside, the decision comes down to practical fit rather than a menu-led commitment.
Use it for a low-friction New York City meal, not a destination chase
The strongest case for considering it is schedule flexibility. Masseria Dei Vini is open daily from 12 PM, with later closing times on Tuesday through Saturday and midnight closing on Friday and Saturday. That makes it easier to consider for an earlier meal, an evening visit, or a later end-of-week plan.
Because cuisine specifics, price tier, and named dishes are not supplied, do not treat this as the place to pre-plan around a signature order. The smarter approach is to choose it only if the basics fit: New York City location, smart casual dress code, and hours that work for your itinerary. For a broader shortlist, compare it against Pearl's New York City restaurants guide, then narrow by the details that matter to your group.
A practical timing strategy makes more sense than over-optimizing one meal
First-timers can use the hours to choose the lowest-friction time: earlier in the day if the goal is a simpler stop, or Friday and Saturday if the group needs the latest closing time. That is a better strategy than trying to infer details that are not confirmed.
For cross-shopping, compare Masseria Dei Vini with other New York City options based on the experience you want. Bad Roman, Sushi Damo, Dizzy's Club, Route 66 Cafe, and ABA Turkish Restaurant may also be worth considering depending on your plans, while Masseria Dei Vini remains the option here with daily hours and a smart casual dress code.
Before you go: verify current details directly. Best timing: use the confirmed hours: 12–10 PM on Monday and Sunday, 12–11 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and 12 PM–12 AM Friday and Saturday. Group fit: choose it if the schedule and smart casual dress code match your needs, not because of any tasting menu, award pedigree, or signature dish. New York City planning: pair it with Pearl's New York City hotels guide, bars guide, or an experiences guide if the meal is part of a wider New York City itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- 887 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- masseriacaffe.com
- Phone
- +12123152888
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Masseria Dei Vini translates the southern Italian masseria — a working farm estate — into a New York dining room. The restaurant leans into regional specificity rather than generic trattoria tropes, grounding its identity in Puglian and broader southern traditions. Wine is elevated to a structuring role here, so the room reads as thoughtful and intentional rather than performative. The overall effect is a sophisticated, historically minded place that balances neighborhood accessibility with an editorial, wine-forward focus, inviting diners who appreciate provenance, regional technique, and a restrained, cultivated dining environment.
Best For
This is a spot for diners who want serious regional Italian cooking framed by an assertive wine program. It suits people who split time between neighborhood regulars and destination-minded visitors: those looking for a focused exploration of southern Italian dishes and an attentive list of wines that do more than accompany food. Given the restaurant’s positioning — masseria roots, wine at the center, and a fine-dining lineage — it’s especially appropriate for gatherings where wine conversation matters and for anyone seeking a meal built around terroir and regional specificity.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the southern-Italian signatures and let the wine list steer choices. Standouts to seek out include Orecchiette alla Barese and Spaghetti al Nero con Vongole Veraci, followed by a classic main like Costoletta di Vitello alla Milanese and a homely dessert such as Torta di Mama Paola. Because the venue sets wine on equal footing with its food concept, ask the staff or sommelier for pairing suggestions or bottles that highlight Southern Italian producers; expect the wine program to be a defining part of the meal experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Spacious dining room with white-tablecloth tables adequately spaced, sleek white marble bar, and sparkling spirits display creating an elegant yet rustic Italian farmhouse atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Orecchiette alla Barese
- Spaghetti al Nero con Vongole Veraci
- Costoletta di Vitello alla Milanese
- Torta di Mama Paola
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 887 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Route 66 Cafe, Notable alternative
- ABA Turkish Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Sushi Damo, Notable alternative
- Dizzy's Club, Notable alternative
- Bad Roman, Italian, Italian
Restaurant context
How Masseria Dei Vini compares nearby
Bad Roman is the sharper pick for diners who want Italian with a bigger scene and more obvious night-out energy. Masseria Dei Vini is the easier, lower-friction choice when the group cares more about getting a comfortable Midtown West table than turning dinner into the main event.
Sushi Damo is the better alternative for Japanese, while ABA Turkish Restaurant works when the group wants Turkish instead of a more general Midtown dinner brief. Route 66 Cafe reads as the more casual fallback; choose it when convenience and simplicity matter more than ambiance.
Dizzy's Club should win when the evening needs music or a built-in post-dinner plan. For a standard meal before or after west side plans, Masseria Dei Vini is the calmer choice and likely easier to slot into the schedule.
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Compare Masseria Dei Vini
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masseria Dei Vini | New York City | , | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Route 66 Cafe | New York City | , | No published awards |
| ABA Turkish Restaurant | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Sushi Damo | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Dizzy's Club | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Bad Roman | New York City | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #417 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Masseria Dei Vini?
Think of Masseria Dei Vini as a practical New York City option. The basics are its New York City location, smart casual dress code, and daily hours, including later closing on Friday and Saturday. It makes more sense to plan around those facts than around menu, price, or service claims.
Is Masseria Dei Vini good for a special occasion?
It can be, if the occasion fits a smart casual New York City outing and the published hours work for your schedule. The hours include 12 PM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday, which gives those nights more timing flexibility. For highly specific needs, confirm details directly before visiting.
Is lunch or dinner better at Masseria Dei Vini?
The restaurant opens at 12 PM every day, so earlier visits are possible, while evening plans can use the later closing times. Masseria Dei Vini is open until 10 PM on Monday and Sunday, 11 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and midnight on Friday and Saturday. Choose based on the timing that best fits your New York City itinerary.
Does Masseria Dei Vini handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations should be confirmed directly before visiting. If you have a serious restriction or allergy, contact Masseria Dei Vini to confirm what the restaurant can safely provide.
Is Masseria Dei Vini good for solo dining?
Solo dining suitability is not specifically addressed. A solo diner can still use the basics, New York City location, smart casual dress code, and daily 12 PM opening, to decide whether the timing and setting fit the plan.
What are alternatives to Masseria Dei Vini in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include Route 66 Cafe, ABA Turkish Restaurant, Sushi Damo, Dizzy's Club, and Bad Roman. Compare current hours, availability, menus, and setting directly before choosing.
