Taverna Di Bacco
East Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Taverna Di Bacco is a practical Lower East Side choice when the priority is an easy seated dinner in the neighborhood, not a high-credential destination meal. It is better for flexible small plans than for large group occasions that need confirmed private-room details, set pricing, or a published chef-led format.
About Taverna Di Bacco
Taverna Di Bacco is a New York City venue with limited public detail. Its planning basics include weekly hours and a smart casual dress code. It is closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday through Saturday from 1:30–11 PM; and open Sunday from 1:30–10 PM.
With limited details on cuisine, price, menu format, capacity, awards, and private events, this listing serves as a practical overview rather than a full dining review. If any of those details matter to your plan, confirm them directly with the venue before committing.
Good for planners who only need the basics
The strongest use case for Taverna Di Bacco is direct scheduling. Its posted hours make it a Wednesday-through-Sunday option in New York City, with later closing times Wednesday through Saturday and an earlier close on Sunday.
For occasions where seating, group size, menu structure, accessibility, dietary needs, or total spend must be known in advance, the information provided here may not be sufficient on its own. Use the hours and dress code as a starting point, then check the current details directly with Taverna Di Bacco.
Use it as one New York City option among others
If you are comparing New York City plans, Katz's Delicatessen, Russ & Daughters, Sarge's Deli, Tre, and Gazab are other named venues to consider depending on the kind of outing you want. Taverna Di Bacco is best evaluated on its basics: New York City location, smart casual dress code, and its weekly schedule.
For broader planning, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, plus the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- 175 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
- Website
- tavernadibacco.com
- Phone
- +12124770077
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taverna Di Bacco reads like a neighborhood drinking room that leans on Roman tradition rather than culinary theater. The writing emphasizes wine as the organizing principle, and the dining room feels social and unhurried—close tables, hard surfaces and the clatter of shared plates fold into the room's soundscape. Ludlow Street itself participates in the atmosphere: open doors, neon and candlelight blur the line between sidewalk and dining room. The overall effect is lively and warm, a classic taverna sensibility transplanted into a Lower East Side evening.
Best For
This is a place to linger over bottles and shared plates, so it suits evenings when the point is convivial drinking as much as formal dining. It works well for date night and special occasions that favor relaxed pacing, and it naturally accommodates groups who want to graze and pass dishes. The wine-forward focus and evening setting make dinner and late-night visits particularly fitting: plan to arrive ready to settle in and let the bottle guide the flow of the meal.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu with the taverna model in mind: order a selection of shareable plates and pair them with a bottle or carafe to be passed around. The description calls out an accumulation-style meal—bread, cured items and a few shared mains—so mix lighter small plates with a hearty pasta or the signature Chicken Parmigiana or Paccheri. In warmer months, consider taking advantage of the sidewalk extension to enjoy the street-level energy while you sip. Let the wine list steer choices rather than expecting a strict prix-fixe sequence.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and charming with warm lighting, evoking an authentic Italian home atmosphere as described in guest reviews.
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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
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Paccheri
- Carbonara
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Chopped winning dish
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 175 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tre, Notable alternative
- Gazab, Notable alternative
- Russ & Daughters, Notable alternative
- Katz's Delicatessen, Delicatessen, $
- Sarge's Deli, Jewish Delicatessen, Jewish Delicatessen
Restaurant context
How Taverna Di Bacco compares in New York City
Choose Taverna Di Bacco when the Lower East Side location and a seated dinner format are the main requirements. Katz's Delicatessen is the clearer value play for a casual, classic deli meal at a listed $ price tier, but it is a different kind of outing: faster, louder, and less suited to a composed group dinner.
Russ & Daughters is the better cross-shop when the food format is the draw and the group can work around a more specific appetite. Sarge's Deli makes sense for Jewish deli comfort, especially if the plan is more about familiar dishes than a downtown dining-room mood.
For a reservation-style dinner comparison, look at Tre and Gazab. Taverna Di Bacco is the safer pick when convenience around Ludlow Street matters; the others are better to compare if cuisine direction, group fit, or value clarity will decide the night.
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Compare Taverna Di Bacco
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taverna Di Bacco | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Tre | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Gazab | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Russ & Daughters | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Katz’s Delicatessen | New York City | Delicatessen | $ | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #412026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #562024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Ranked · #57Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Sarge’s Deli | New York City | Jewish Delicatessen | , | 2024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #5112023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Taverna Di Bacco?
Taverna Di Bacco opens at 1:30 PM Wednesday through Sunday. It closes at 11 PM Wednesday through Saturday and 10 PM on Sunday. Details on a specific lunch service are not available, so confirm the current meal period directly if that matters.
Can Taverna Di Bacco accommodate groups?
Group accommodation details are not available. If you are planning for more than a standard party, contact Taverna Di Bacco directly to confirm availability, seating, and any requirements.
Is Taverna Di Bacco good for a special occasion?
Details available are limited to New York City location, hours, and a smart casual dress code. For a special occasion, confirm current menu, seating, and booking details directly before relying on it for the plan.
What should a first-timer know about Taverna Di Bacco?
Taverna Di Bacco is in New York City. It is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 1:30–11 PM, and open Sunday from 1:30–10 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
How far ahead should I book Taverna Di Bacco?
What are alternatives to Taverna Di Bacco in New York City?
Other New York City venues to compare include Tre, Gazab, Russ & Daughters, Katz's Delicatessen, and Sarge's Deli. Choose based on the current details each venue provides for your date and party.
