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Tello's
- Italian
- New York, NY
About this business
Tello - what a find! Lit with candles and chandeliers, this cozy place has such a wonderful old-world feel that you may think you've walked onto the set of a Martin Scorsese film. A helpful staff serves up hefty portions (light on price) of well prepared Italian fare. Pasta is cooked al dente every time and the seafood is plentiful and fresh
Location details
198 8th Ave, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. | |
| Tue | 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. | |
| Wed | 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. | |
| Thu | 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. | |
| Fri | 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. | |
| Sat | 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
old world ambience – The review is right.Tello s is right out of a movie.Even before you enter,the outside of tellos looks like the front of a 1930s restaurant.Once inside the movie begins.The old juke box is playing my way by Frank Sinatra.The vintage chandeliers and wall sconces,old photos of actors,singers,gangsters,etc.Even the menu seems like it was from the good old days.Our waiter Gregg made the night when he heard a song playing and started to sing.The food was outstanding and the service is to rave about.If you want... read more
BEST PASTAS – I walk past Tellos all the time and look in and always find the place very busy.Last nite I decided to have dinner there.I was greeted by a big smile hostess.I sat down and ordered the rigatoni tello.It was very good,the pasta was cooked aldente the way I like it and the sausage was the best I ever had.I ordered a glass of chianti and then another one.The wine was very good to,for a pouring wine by the glass.Now I know why this place is always busy.
A STEADY CUSTOMER – I read the past review and made me mad.I have been going to Tellos every week for Three years.This is one of the best Italian restaurant in Chelsea.The food and service cannot be matched! This past reviewer was more concerned with what was going on around her then paying attention to what was in front of her.People having a good time,laughing,romantic,holding hands,waiters saying good nite to their customers,whats wrong with that? I truly think this person should stay home and eat in front of the televisi... read more
Fire place for cold nites – We had the pleasure of dining at Tello s the other nite.The place is small and cozy,and very busy.We were seated next to the door,but the tables next to the doors are the best tables to be because of the blazing fire place.We had a very good dinner,if not great! And the best of all was when our waiter Gregg heard a song he liked and started singing.The service is outstanding.You really feel welcomed.Im going to make Tellos my new hangout.
LOBSTERS ALL THE WAY – My girl friend was in the mood for lobster,so the only place in Chelsea for seafood is Mare.We arrived at 7:30 and had a couple of drinks at the bar.The manager Eddie told us when we were ready to eat he would have a table for us.When we told him he sat us immediatly.I started out with a mixture of a dozen oysters,she had the crab cakes.To follow I had the crab claws steamed and she had the whole grilled lobster.Everything was better than good,it was great.The service was very professional and polite.W... read more
WHAT ELSE COULD BE BETTER – I was walking around Chelsea and happened to find Tello s hidden on a side street.The place looks like its been around since the 50s.I stepped inside and what a surprise! the place was full,people waiting at the bar.I postioned myself at the bar and was greeted by a smiling bartender.I was seated and the real party began.I started with a half order of gnocci and then the veal Pacino.The waiter said that Al Pacino asked one nite if we could make what he wanted and then we named it after him.That di... read more
BEST SO FAR – I read the past review and I had to try tellos for myself.being that I heard so many good things about it.I had to start with the antipasti,let me tell you,It was the best I ever had! and yes there was prosciutto! again I had to try the gnocci-it was great! The cheesecake was very good to.Tellos was very,very busy and it was a Monday night! This person who wrote the past review sounds like he eats at home with his mother too much and doesn t know anything else but her lousy cooking! I highly suggest that this u... read more
Great Service, classic italian joint – Greg was our server, he was friendly, funny and knowledgeable. The food was presented nicely and was delicious. We were tempted to sit outside, but it was a bit humid. The old style jukebox along with the old pictures were a nice touch.
best kept secret – Tellos is one of those little restaurants that you just happen to run into by accident.Im glad we did.Once inside it was like one big happy family.Everbody gets to know you.In ten minutes we already felt like we were regulars.The table next to us recommended that share because the portions are big(we split two entrees)The food was so good I wish that there was some left over to take home for the next day.When we were ready to leave the waiter came with a big jar of biscotti and said you can t leave until y... read more
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How is Tello's rated?
Tello's has a 4.2 star rating with 102 reviews.
When is Tello's open?
Tello's is closed now. It will open at 5:00 p.m.
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