Tessa
Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
"Burrata, spring salad and rabbit cavatelli are great."(5 Tips)
"Try the burrata appetizer and braised pork cheeks."(8 Tips)
"Octopus appetizer amazing."(2 Tips)
"bar and see if Adrian"(2 Tips)
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Cesar RazuriJuly 23, 2017Nice, intimate restaurant. I'm not a fan of the close seating arrangements, but we sat on the end and it was fine. The food was delicious! The Rabbit Cavatelli was delicious!
Christina ChinAugust 18, 2018Make ur own bennie with arancini was so filling! Bearnaise sauce is best i think. Fries were also delish and it looks like a big resto to take big brunch groups. Full bar inside
Abhishek PillaiAugust 13, 2015Cocktails were great, ambiance was great. Service was slow but friendly. The fusilli was very bland. But the fish stew special was great! And so was the shared plate dips
Paige CSeptember 2, 2017I was genuinely impressed with the ambiance, service and food at Tessa. The presentation of each plate was more impressive as they kept coming. I highly recommend the duck. Perfect date spot.
OctaneAugust 18, 2014Burger is freakin AMAZING! I guess they make the bun with pizza dough!? Cocktails are delicious. Music and ambiance are very sexy. Bartender, Cory, is the bomb!
Andrea BarrezuetaOctober 21, 2014Really cute restaurant 'hidden' in the UWS. Not bcs its up there but bcs its being hidden by an awful awning! Really worthy find. Brunch was great and the place is really well designed.
Bitches Who BrunchDecember 16, 2016The Bitches Say: A. Everything was well executed and on point. The green juices and Bloody Marys were delightful, but we had to wait a bit for refills. Read more
Aarthi D.October 19, 2014The burrata was good, and the creamed spinach was literally perfect. Staff is attentive without hovering, and sitting at the bar is a surprisingly pleasant experience.
Erika BlumbergJuly 10, 2014I really liked the octopus and the tomato salad. My husband loved the monkfish and my stepmother loved the fish tagine. Looking forward to returning.
Really like this place. Service great and very friendly. Great bar. Food excellent. Try the pork belly.
Krista RuheApril 6, 2014Fabulous addition to the UWS. They have some kinks to work out like an extremely slow service bar. But overall beautiful, lively atmosphere and food exceeded expectations.- Kim KendrickJune 17, 2017Tessa is great! Tip: Sit at the bar and see if Adrian (the head mixologist is there) he might just make you something super special!
Natalie PachecoMay 13, 2023The build your Bennie eggs Benedict option is great, and the shrimp roll, better than any lobster roll
Consistently great. Try the vesper martini, the octopus appetizer, the brie special appetizer, and the rabbit cavatelli.
Pam R.May 11, 2014Great new spot on UWS. Pass on the dips for the appetizer, octopus was ok, beets were great. Pastas for the main course are the best bet.
A fabulous new spot on the UWS - loved the focaccia, burrata, and linguini. Can't wait to go back again!
Madalyn McKaySeptember 23, 2017The food is wonderful, lovely atmosphere and the staff is attentive but not intrusive. Highly recommended.
Matthew SpectorJanuary 27, 2015Basque and classical Spanish food given a modern take. Upper West Side deliciousness and beautiful decor.
Rick HanleySeptember 29, 2014Amazing people and service, along with a really creative menu. A great addition to the UWS!
Robert SApril 30, 2015Rabbit cavatelli was scrumptious! Go with a bottle for better wines. Carmel corn at the end was a sweet finish.
Ben RAugust 20, 2014The small pasta serving is still pretty sizable. Scallop risotto and rabbit cavatelli both excellent.
Jeff SolomonDecember 28, 2017I liked half of the items ordered — recommend the burrata and drunken mussels. The leek and potato soup was below average, as was the burger- Burrata, spring salad and rabbit cavatelli are great. So is a bottle of Rosé to help it down!
Brigette K.August 6, 2014Beer was a tad expensive but the selection was good and had a large bar area. The bar tender (Dominic I think?) was the best
- New dish: gambas ajillo is delicious! Say hi to Adrian - bartender
Try the burrata appetizer and braised pork cheeks. Dessert have the coffee pot de creme
- Octopus appetizer amazing. Pot de creme dessert divine.
Larry WeinbergFebruary 9, 2015Dinner tonight here with my longtime friends Jackie and Jyll Mason #funinnyc
Fueled CollectiveSeptember 23, 2013The new industrial style restaurant is sure to please with its French-Mediterranean menu.
John BrianSeptember 28, 2014Skip the brunch menu. Restaurant looks great but has no personality or soul.
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TESSA is a modern Mediterranean tavern blending southern French and Italian cuisines.
Located in the heart of the Upper West Side – just down the block from the Beacon Theater and a short walk from Lincoln Center, the Museum of Natural History and Central Park.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Thu–Fri
- 11:30 AM–3:00 PM
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(212) 390-1974
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Credit Cards
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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