Torrisi Bar & Restaurant: an Italian-American landmark in the Puck Building
Torrisi is Major Food Group’s grand Italian-American statement, tucked into the vaulted ground floor of Nolita’s landmark Puck Building. Since opening in late 2022 it has earned a Michelin star and a reputation as one of the hardest tables in New York, drawing a crowd for its inventive cooking under soaring ceilings and museum-grade artwork.
Expect white-jacketed servers, menus that read like elaborate invitations, and an open kitchen lit like a Broadway production. It is polished and expensive, but warmer than its reputation suggests — the kind of room built for a celebration you’ll want to remember.
What to Expect
Torrisi does not run a happy hour. The 12-seat front bar is walk-in only for parties of one or two, first-come-first-served, and regulars swear by arriving around 4:15pm to land a 5pm seat. Everything else runs through the Resy reservation system, released 30 days in advance for parties up to six.
The Room
The Puck Building setting is the draw: vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, and notable artwork frame an open kitchen and a small marble bar. Nathan McCarley-O’Neill’s cocktail program leans on the Spritz Torrisi and a deep bench of Negronis.
Who Torrisi Bar & Restaurant Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Special occasion | A Michelin-starred room and one of the city’s most coveted reservations make it a genuine event. |
| Date night | Dim, elegant, and buzzy — the kind of dinner that impresses without trying too hard. |
| Walk-in bar seat | The 12-seat counter is the only no-reservation option, ideal for solo diners or couples willing to wait. |
| Big Italian-American feast | The antipasti, cured-meat specialties, and rotating rotisserie reward a hungry table. |
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Torrisi Bar & Restaurant FAQ
Does Torrisi have a happy hour?
No. Torrisi does not offer a happy hour or discounted bar deals. The front bar counter is reserved for walk-in dining, not drink specials.
How do I get a reservation at Torrisi?
The dining room books exclusively on Resy, with tables released 30 days in advance for parties of up to six. The 12-seat bar is walk-in only for parties of one or two.
What neighborhood is Torrisi in?
It sits inside the Puck Building at 275 Mulberry Street in Nolita, on the edge of Little Italy in Lower Manhattan.
Is Torrisi expensive?
Yes. It is an upscale Major Food Group restaurant with à la carte pricing and a tasting-menu option that runs into the hundreds per person.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Torrisi Bar & Restaurant before visiting for a specific deal.