Taverna Di Bacco
East Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
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.
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.
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.
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 the New York City restaurants guide, plus the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- 175 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- 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. Wine is 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 meal includes 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.
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
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
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
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 1:30–11 PM
- Thursday
- 1:30–11 PM
- Friday
- 1:30–11 PM
- Saturday
- 1:30–11 PM
- Sunday
- 1:30–10 PM
Location
175 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002 · Directions
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 $ 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 · #57 |
| 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.
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.
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.
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.
