Scalini Fedeli
Tribeca-Civic Center, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Scalini Fedeli is the Tribeca pick when a polished dinner and serious wine cue matter more than chasing a hard reservation. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition makes it strongest for date nights, anniversaries, client meals, especially if the group wants an easier booking path than many downtown special-occasion restaurants.
About Scalini Fedeli
Scalini Fedeli is a New York City dinner option with evening hours and Star Wine List recognition in 2026. For planning purposes, the reason to consider it is simple: it is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, closed Monday, has a business-casual dress code.
Use Scalini Fedeli as a practical dinner plan, contact the venue directly if your plans depend on menu specifics, dietary needs, bar seating, or other service details.
Book for dinner with planning details in mind
Scalini Fedeli has Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That makes the venue relevant for diners who are comparing dinner options with a wine-related accolade. For specifics on the bottle list, pairing format, or beverage program, check directly with the venue.
Dinner is the service window. Scalini Fedeli is closed Monday; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 5:30–9 PM; open Friday and Saturday from 5:30–10 PM; and open Sunday from 4:30–8:30 PM. The dress code is business casual, so plan attire accordingly.
Who should choose it over other dining options
Choose Scalini Fedeli if the evening schedule, business-casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition fit the kind of New York City dinner you are planning. If you are comparing other options, Forgione, Huso, Khe-Yo, Industria Argentina, Bouley may also come up in a broader search, but the right choice depends on the details you confirm directly with each venue.
The practical verdict is direct: Scalini Fedeli belongs on a shortlist when you want a New York City dinner with evening hours and wine-related recognition. For a specific cuisine, dish, price point, seating format, or service style, check directly with the venue before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- 165 Duane St, New York, NY 10013
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- scalinifedeli.com
- Phone
- (212) 528-0400
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Scalini Fedeli occupies a 19th-century Tribeca building and preserves the gravity of its architecture in a white-tablecloth dining room. The room reads as resolutely old-school: restrained, composed service and a steady clientele give it an institutional confidence that resists trends. Rather than chasing downtown novelty, the restaurant leans into its history and a sense of permanence; the result feels like dining inside an established, almost iconic neighborhood institution. The overall tone is formal and quietly assured, a place where the room’s age and protocol are part of the appeal.
Best For
Scalini Fedeli is best for formal dinners — think date nights, business meals and special occasions — when diners want a composed, white-tablecloth experience. Its long tenure in Tribeca and service culture built around returning regulars make it suited to important evenings where predictability and attentive service matter. The menu leans into serious Italian cooking and classic preparations, so reservations for dinner are advisable; the room’s steady pace favors multi-course meals rather than rushed lunches.
Ordering Tips
Start with the house signatures and larger plates: the Soft Egg Yolk Raviolo with Truffle Butter is a standout for its concentrated richness, and the Pappardelle Bolognese shows the kitchen’s command of classic pasta. If you’re sharing, the Veal Chop functions as a substantial centerpiece. Portions and pacing at this kind of room favor multiple courses, so leave room for dessert. Ask your server about recommended portions and how dishes are typically paced to make the most of the restaurant’s measured service rhythm.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate old-world atmosphere with vaulted ceilings, real candles on tables, low lighting, and a calm, conversational environment.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Soft Egg Yolk Raviolo with Truffle Butter
- Veal Chop
- Pappardelle Bolognese
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if you cannot book it
If Scalini Fedeli is not available, try Forgione for a downtown dinner with a broader contemporary American feel. For a more specific splurge, Huso is the better fit when French-caviar is the point of the meal.
Restaurant context
How Scalini Fedeli compares in downtown New York
Scalini Fedeli is the safer special-occasion choice if wine matters and the goal is a composed dinner rather than a loud room. Forgione is the better cross-shop for diners who want a contemporary American frame, while Bouley makes more sense for readers prioritizing a more formal downtown name.
Huso is the more specific splurge if the brief is French-caviar, not just a polished dinner. Khe-Yo is the sharper choice for a group that wants Laotian cooking and a less traditional celebration format. Industria Argentina is the alternative to consider when the group wants a different cuisine lane and a more relaxed night.
For ease, Scalini Fedeli has the advantage: booking difficulty is listed as easy, which makes it useful for a celebration that cannot wait on a long reservation window. The tradeoff is that the strongest verified differentiator is wine recognition rather than a named chef, signature dish, or tasting format.
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Compare Scalini Fedeli
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scalini Fedeli | New York City | ; | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Forgione | New York City | No published awards | ; |
| Bouley | New York City | No published awards | ; |
| Industria Argentina | New York City | No published awards | ; |
| Huso | New York City | French - Caviar | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1472026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 Robb Report The 10 Best New Restaurants in America · #102025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2442025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2172023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended |
| Khe-Yo | New York City | Laotian | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Scalini Fedeli?
Plan on dinner. Scalini Fedeli is open Tuesday through Sunday in the evening and closed Monday.
What are alternatives to Scalini Fedeli?
Forgione, Bouley, Huso, Khe-Yo, Industria Argentina may come up in a broader dining search. Compare current hours, menus, reservation details directly before choosing.
What should I wear to Scalini Fedeli?
The dress code is business casual. Plan for neat restaurant attire rather than very casual clothing.
How far ahead should I book Scalini Fedeli?
Can I eat at the bar at Scalini Fedeli?
Is Scalini Fedeli good for a special occasion?
It may fit a planned dinner if the evening hours, business-casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition suit your occasion. Confirm current menu and reservation details directly if the meal depends on specifics.
