Roman cooking on First Avenue
Botte UES is the Upper East Side location of the Botte group, on First Avenue between 83rd and 84th, a couple of blocks from the 86th Street 4/5/6. It opened in late 2021 and brings the group’s Roman-Italian cooking — handmade pastas, pinsa romana, charcuterie and small plates — to the neighborhood. The room has a cool, industrial-basement feel that regulars single out.
It works as both a proper dinner spot and a bar hang, with a full cocktail and Italian wine program. The kitchen covers the Roman canon, from cacio e pepe to carbonara and amatriciana, plus branzino and a Milanese. Weekend brunch runs Friday through Sunday from noon to 4pm.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour is served in the bar area only, Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Drinks include $8 beer, $10 Sauvignon Blanc, $11 well drinks, $12 Negronis, $11 spritzes and $13 martinis; the food list runs $8 to $14 with fried mozzarella, bruschetta, meatballs and a Margherita pizza. It’s a solid deal for the UES, where discounted cocktails are harder to find.
The Room
The space has an industrial, subterranean vibe — dim and moody in a good way — with a full bar and a party room in back for private events. It’s comfortable for both a bar sit and a sit-down dinner. Reservations are easy to come by outside peak weekend hours.
Who Botte UES Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| After-work drinks | Bar-area happy hour Monday to Friday, 4–7pm, with cocktails from $11–13. |
| Casual date night | Moody industrial room, handmade pasta and a full Italian wine list. |
| Weekend brunch | Brunch runs Friday through Sunday from noon to 4pm. |
| Small group dinner | A back party room and broad menu make it easy for groups. |
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Botte UES FAQ
Does Botte UES have a happy hour?
Yes — Monday through Friday, 4 to 7pm, in the bar area only, with $8 beer, $10 wine, $11–13 cocktails and $8–14 food.
Where is Botte UES?
1606 First Avenue on the Upper East Side, between 83rd and 84th Streets, near the 86th Street 4/5/6.
What are the hours?
Monday–Thursday 4pm–10pm, Friday–Saturday noon–11pm, Sunday noon–10pm, with brunch Friday–Sunday noon–4pm.
Is it related to Botte Brooklyn and Botte Bar?
Yes. It’s part of the Botte restaurant group, which started with Botte Bar in Astoria.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Botte UES before visiting for a specific deal.