Old Rose
West Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Old Rose for a relaxed downtown meal when location and ease matter more than awards or a formal tasting-menu format. It is a better fit for dates and low-key celebrations than for diners chasing a clearly defined splurge experience.
About Old Rose
Is Old Rose worth considering in New York City? Old Rose is a New York City venue worth a quick confirmation before you book. Avoid making plans around specifics such as cuisine, menu format, prices, hours, seating type, or service style unless you confirm them directly.
The useful read: keep Old Rose on your shortlist if the name and New York City location fit your plans, but do not assume a particular occasion fit, menu, or level of formality. For any time-sensitive plan, confirm the basics directly with the venue before relying on it.
How to think about Old Rose before choosing it
Old Rose is best approached as a New York City listing rather than a venue with enough detail for a highly specific recommendation. For a broader scan before deciding, use our full New York City restaurants guide. If the night may involve drinks as well, you can also check our full New York City bars guide and compare your options.
Know Before You Go
- Confirm first: hours, menu, pricing, reservation availability, and service details directly with Old Rose.
- Use caution for: plans that depend on a specific cuisine, seating setup, dietary accommodation, or occasion format.
- Planning note: make any important plans only after checking current information with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- New York City, United States
- Phone
- 212-255-4143
Venue details
Ambiance
Old-school bistro atmosphere with high ceilings, a checkerboard floor, avant-garde artwork, and a lively hotel crowd.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- pizza with vodka sauce and burrata cheese
- crispy rice salad with avocado
- egg-focused breakfasts
Planning details
Location
New York City, United States · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Barbuto, New American, Italian, New American, Italian
- Santina, Italian, Italian
- Pastis, French, $$$
- The Dining Room at The Guesthouse, Contemporary, $$$$
- STK Steakhouse, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against Barbuto and Santina, Old Rose is the softer choice for a casual downtown meal. Barbuto is the clearer pick when New American and Italian cooking are the priority; Santina is the more direct Italian alternative. Choose Old Rose when the room, location, and an easier-feeling night matter more than a defined cuisine brief.
Pastis is the better bet for a louder, more classic New York brasserie mood, with a known French format and $$$ positioning. The Dining Room at The Guesthouse sits at a higher $$$$ contemporary tier, so it makes more sense for a polished splurge. Old Rose is the practical middle lane for a celebration that should feel personal without becoming a production.
STK Steakhouse is the cross-shop for groups that want volume, steakhouse energy, and a bigger night out. For conversation, a date, or a lower-pressure downtown plan, Old Rose is the easier recommendation.
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Compare Old Rose
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Rose | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Barbuto | New York City | New American, Italian | , | No published awards |
| Santina | New York City | Italian | , | No published awards |
| Pastis | New York City | French | $$$ | Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Casual in North America |
| The Dining Room at The Guesthouse | New York City | Contemporary | $$$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate |
| STK Steakhouse | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Old Rose?
What should I wear to Old Rose?
There is no confirmed dress code for Old Rose. If attire matters, confirm with the venue directly; you can also compare your plans with venues such as Barbuto.
How far ahead should I book Old Rose?
What should I order at Old Rose?
Review current details directly before deciding, especially if you are also considering another venue such as STK Steakhouse.
Is Old Rose good for solo dining?
If you are deciding between Old Rose, The Dining Room at The Guesthouse, and Pastis, confirm the current seating and reservation details before you go.
