Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante
Gramercy, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is a practical Union Square-area choice when easy booking and a familiar sit-down meal matter more than awards or a chef-driven format. Use it for a low-key celebration, family dinner, or date where conversation is the point; cross-shop Union Square Cafe, Carlotto, or Oceans if the occasion needs more polish or a higher-spend feel.
About Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante
Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is a New York City restaurant with daily hours beginning at 12 PM and a smart casual dress code. Hours are Monday and Sunday 12–9 PM, Tuesday through Thursday 12–10 PM, and Friday and Saturday 12–11 PM. It’s a practical choice if you need a New York City restaurant open from midday into the evening and want a smart casual setting. If you are comparing options, you can also look at Union Square Cafe, Carlotto, or Oceans.
A practical New York City dining option with limited details
The safest way to evaluate Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is by its schedule and dress code. It may fit plans that need a New York City restaurant open from midday into the evening, especially when smart casual attire is appropriate. If you are comparing options, you can also look at Union Square Cafe, Carlotto, or Oceans.
Without details on the chef, cuisine, menu format, pricing, awards, or service style, it’s best to choose it for the basics that are clear: the hours and smart casual dress code. Compare it with other New York City dining rooms such as GupShup, Daily Provisions, and Union Square Cafe if you need a different fit.
Use the hours to plan your visit
Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is listed as open 12–9 PM on Monday and Sunday, 12–10 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and 12–11 PM Friday and Saturday. The dress code is smart casual. For anything not covered by those facts, including reservations, group arrangements, menu details, accessibility, dietary accommodations, take-out, delivery, or bar seating, confirm directly before you go. For a broader scan before committing, compare the basics with other New York City dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- 123 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- paulandjimmys.com
- Phone
- +12124759540
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante presents a mid‑century Italian‑American room that reads as comfortably historic. The dining room's longevity and original spatial logic—generous table spacing, upholstered seating and lighting tuned for relaxed conversation—create an atmosphere that favors slow, attentive meals over ephemeral dining trends. The result is a quietly refined place where the room’s era is palpable in how service and layout function: unhurried, composed and oriented toward lingering dinners rather than quick turns. It feels like a preserved piece of New York restaurant history that still rewards people who want to sit and talk.
Best For
This is a dinner destination for those who prioritize conversation and a measured pace. The room's generous spacing and intentionally calibrated lighting make it well suited to date nights and special occasions where intimacy and comfort matter, and its relaxed, composed service also supports business dinners that benefit from privacy and focus. Rather than a late‑night spot or a trend-driven opening, Paul & Jimmy's is best enjoyed as an evening meal to be savored—a place to settle in for a full dining experience.
Ordering Tips
Stick to classic Italian‑American plates that reflect the restaurant’s steady identity: try the Mediterranean Branzino, Baked Clams Oreganata and Eggplant Parmigiana, which align with the kitchen’s traditional strengths. Expect a meal that unfolds at an unhurried pace—plan for lingering courses and conversation rather than a quick visit. Given the room’s emphasis on extended dinner service and comfortable seating, order a few communal or shared dishes to enjoy the leisurely rhythm the restaurant cultivates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Home-style atmosphere with romantic and cozy Italian hospitality.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Mediterranean Branzino
- Baked Clams Oreganata
- Eggplant Parmigiana
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 123 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If a table here does not fit the plan, try Union Square Cafe for a more polished nearby meal or GupShup for a higher-energy group dinner. For a bigger-budget occasion, Oceans is the seafood-leaning alternative and Carlotto is the contemporary $$$ option.
Restaurant context
Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is the easier, lower-pressure choice in this set. Union Square Cafe is the stronger pick for a polished New American meal, while Daily Provisions is better when a café format is enough and the plan does not need a full dinner setting.
For a higher-spend night, Carlotto and Oceans sit in the $$$ tier and make more sense when ambiance and occasion weight are part of the decision. Oceans is the clearer seafood choice; Carlotto is better for a contemporary dinner brief.
GupShup is the better cross-shop for a more energetic group meal. Choose Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante when the priority is an uncomplicated table near Union Square, not a scene or a splurge.
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Compare Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| GupShup | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Daily Provisions | New York City | Café | , | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Recommended2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1962024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #2112023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
| Union Square Cafe | New York City | New American | , | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #138Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1212025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1002023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #63 |
| Carlotto | New York City | Contemporary | $$$ | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate |
| Oceans | New York City | Seafood | $$$ | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante accommodate groups?
Group accommodation is not listed in the venue details. The hours are 12–9 PM on Monday and Sunday, 12–10 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and 12–11 PM Friday and Saturday. If you are planning for several people, confirm the arrangement directly before you go.
Can I eat at the bar at Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante?
Bar seating is not listed in the venue details. Plan around the basics: Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante is in New York City, keeps daily hours starting at 12 PM, and has a smart casual dress code. If bar seating matters, verify it before choosing the restaurant.
Is Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante good for a special occasion?
It may work for an occasion if the hours and smart casual dress code suit your plan. Private dining, special packages, pricing, awards, and a particular service format are not listed, so confirm any occasion-specific needs before booking or visiting.
What are alternatives to Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include Union Square Cafe, GupShup, Daily Provisions, Carlotto, and Oceans. Use the details for each venue, especially hours and dress code, before deciding which one best fits your plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante?
The hours start at 12 PM every day and run until 9 PM on Monday and Sunday, 10 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and 11 PM Friday and Saturday. Choose the time that best fits the posted hours and confirm any meal-specific details directly.
What should I wear to Paul & Jimmy's Ristorante?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep the outfit neat and comfortable rather than highly formal, unless your own plans call for something dressier.
