Gran Morsi

We arrived at Gran Morsi to celebrate a bday and it certainly superseded our expectations. Staff was extremely courteous and even offered us the best seat in the house to celebrate! The ambience is warm, romantic and inviting.

The tagliatelle and gnocchi dishes were delish. The bolognese sauce didn't skimp on beef and the lamb gnocchi was a first that one me over. Surprisingly, we were most impressed by the kale caesar. In addition to the unique artistic presentation, its probably the best kale caesar I've ever had.

To make the dinner even more special they brought out a celebratory bottle sparkle to sing happy bday accompanied by digestivi to cap the night. Its a bit pricey, but well worth the experience for us.

Solid 4/5. You have good Italian restaurants and you have great ones. I thought Gran Morsi falls into the former category.
The burrata, while creamy and fresh, was let down by its average accompaniments, lacking the vibrancy expected to elevate the dish. A 3/5 for a dish that promises much but delivers an underwhelming ensemble.
The Carbone pizza was a delightful journey of flavors, perfectly balancing its rich, base with a generous topping of meat and cheese. A masterful creation that earns a well-deserved 5/5, leaving taste buds dancing in joy.
The gnocchi was a revelation, tender pillows of potato that melted in the mouth, each bite a perfect harmony of texture and taste. An excellent dish that showcases the simple elegance of Italian cuisine.
The agnolotti presented a delightful surprise, with its filling perfectly seasoned and encased in tender pasta sheets, striking a balance between sophistication and comfort. Above average, it stands out for its thoughtful execution and flavors.
The whipped ricotta was a cloud of creamy delight, its lightness and flavor perfection on its own. However, the sourdough bread, meant to be its companion, fell short of expectations, lacking the anticipated crispness and depth.

Appetizers were wonderful, space was modern and tasteful, service was friendly, but super slow. We only had appetizers and drinks an hour after our seating, that's with reservations.

When our meals finally arrived we had to rush as we had another engagement. I appreciate not being rushed and enjoying my meal, but almost two hours for the main course to arrive was a bit long.

Wow! What an amazing find. Was shopping nearby with a friend and decided to try this out due to fellow Yelp reviews. Y'all are the best! Gorgeous space, knowledgeable and gracious servers helped make this a memorable dinner. The pasta was beyond, fresh, perfect chew and so delicious. Didn't get a pic of the eggplant & zucchini w/mint yogurt because we ate it too quickly! Excellent wine & cocktail menu. A must try.

I came here with two of my friends who also have never been here. We wanted to go somewhere for NYC restaurant week so I found this place and sure glad I did and that we all agreed upon this place.

My friends ordered old fashions which on the menu are called Vecchio Stile which is four roses bourbon, angelis orange liqueur, bitters and smoked cedar as their first drink and then one of them ordered a spicy marg which had milagro tequila, amaretto, orange and calabrian chilies and he liked both of the drinks. I had a Tre Fiore:
empress 1908 gin, prosecco, elderflower, chamomile, lavender, honey, lemon. The service on our drinks were a bit on the slow side.

For food we ordered a margherita pizza to share and my friend and I had the butternut squash soup which had parmigiano-reggiano, sage and pistachio, it was delightful. And other friend had the crudo which was yellowfin tuna, wild salmon, and calabarian chilies and it was crisp. As our mains I had chicken parmigiana that came with chitarra pomodoro. They were all Great portion size and tasty. My other friend had the New York Strip steak which is 14oz, black pepper crusted dish. As a dessert I and my other friend had the Bombolini sundae which was Italian doughnut balls with vanilla gelato and hot chocolate on top. My other friend had the Tiramisu. We also were celebrating a birthday so they brought out a sparkler and also a round of limoncello shots but in non shot glasses. More of an after
dinner drink type glasses. Which was very nice of them.


Staff were very friendly, took my food allergies into consideration. The atmosphere was
chic, though a bit on the noisy side. We had a
great table though for the three of us. It was a round booth in the corner which was
actually right in front of the Morsi sign so made for a great group picture. I am telling all my family and friends about this place. If you find yourself in the area its a must try place!

The place had a lovely, lovely ambience and interior; friendly and attentive staff; and an extensive wine selection (though I only glanced at the wine list briefly).

The food, though, was just alright.

The gnocchi was the best dish of the evening. It was rich and creamy. The lamb and gnocchi were cooked to perfection, but even with the small pieces of squash in the sauce, the flavor profile lacked depth. I found myself wanting something *more* a few bites in.

The salmon was interesting. This was my first time trying saltimbocca, and I wasn't expecting it to be bitter! It wasn't unpleasant, but I likely wouldn't order this dish again.

Fun restaurant, but the food wasn't nearly as good as the service.

Decided to come here for restaurant week. What drew me to them was their meatballs that they proudly boast beat Bobby Flay.

The meatballs were flavored well but a little dense. They were good but didn't quite wow me. The tomato sauce was super fresh and delish.

the crudo was a bit too 'fresh' for us so we sent that back.

The kale salad was sooo good. I really enjoyed the dressing.

The shoestring fries were tasty but they didn't really go with the meal.

The star of the show was the Branzino. The sauce was DIVINE and cooked to perfection. Wow so good.

The panettone dessert was overrated. They light the dessert on fire I guess for performance but to me it ended up burning the caramel. So the sauce tasted charred and the bread pudding was sooo soggy inside. Overall not a fan but the portion size was huge and good for sharing.

The pear tart wasn't tart at all. I was hoping for something light but it was overall just bland.

The Italian doughnuts were too dense but the gelato was good.

The drinks were tasty but a little pricey.

Customer service was VERY good. Shoutout to Anna. She was really great.

Overall, it was a very hit or miss experience but I'd be willing to try them again. It was a little more expensive than I anticipated so we were kind of bummed that we didn't love it.

This review is for dinner. I had never heard of this place, so came with zero expectations. Overall, I think it's a solid dinner spot. Was it the best Italian I've had, no, but if you're in the area / want to eat in FIDI, I think it's a great option.

Ambiance / Service: not a huge restaurant, but decent size. There was a large party of probably 10-12 when I was there. The vibe is nice, romantic, but relaxed if that makes sense. You can easily go there to meet up with a friend post work or a date night. Service was good.

Food: I ordered the below and split amongst 2 people and it was a lot of food.

-Polpette (meatballs): comes with 3. These were really good, I recommend.

-Caesar: this was good, just not what I was expecting. Kale is chopped very finely and comes almost like how you get tuna tartare.

-Agnolotti: no photo. This was creamy and rich. Very good, but the portion is relatively small. Not sure I'd want this as my entire main, but I think it's good to share.

-Margherita Pizza: no photo. Perfect to share.

Come here when they first open and you have the place to yourself. I really like the ambiance. So peaceful. Lighting is perfect. You can never go wrong with exposed brick. Greenery in the back. Staff was friendly and sweet. On the menu, anything with a leaf is a special dish. I went with the lamb. gnocchi. They make the gnocchi in house and you can tell- soft as clouds. The positive disposition of the staff really stands out above most restaurants.

This place is a rare gem. We booked Gran Morsi for our small wedding reception.

About the staff. Starting all the way from contacting them, to meeting them, working out the details, and even on our big day: every interaction with staff has been nothing short of exemplary. Everyone was professional, attentive, friendly, punctual. Makes me wish some of my business partners were this responsive...

Regarding the venue itself. It's spacious, lush, beautifully designed but not tacky, customizable: perfect if you want to book for an event. Just look at the pictures. There's plenty of floor space too. Gran Morsi was absolutely willing to work with us in customizing things for our needs. If you're looking for a single table this would make for a great business lunch place, or even for a date!

Regarding the drinks. The bar is great and well stocked. We used a drink menu but based on the bartenders' skill I'm sure they would have no problem making you whatever you want. Drinks were great and were of good size, strength, balance, and flavour. When I think about it, I'm pretty sure their drinks were better than most other places in Manhattan...

Food. The food menu is Mediterranean-themed. There is no shortage of tasty light options, or more meatier and pasta food palettes if you're into that. Nothing was greasy, which tends to be the case for a lot of Italian places. The portions were very good sized. Honestly, it was just right.

I would give them 10/5 if I could. This is most definitely the first place I will contact if we ever need to book a venue in the future. Just talk to them. You will see for yourself.