Giants in the Italian food scene have come together yet again to take their skills to King West. Nestled between popular night spots and eateries like Mademoiselle, Baro and more, a new, trendy restaurant takes over a basement space, combining modern vibes and authentic flavours from Italy. It’s also got Michelin-bibbed chefs and executives behind it, and Ristorante Sociale even offers dancing on the weekends. Read on to get to know the newest Entertainment District mainstay.
Developed by the team behind the Michelin-bibbed Enoteca Sociale, Ristorante Sociale dubs itself King West’s “newest Italian dinner-party destination.” The 3,700 square foot space holds 110 guests, where “Chef Kyle Rindinella embraces authentic Roman flavours with Tuscan influences, including fresh pasta, seafood & steaks in a white tablecloth setting,” according to the press release.
“Ristorante Sociale is a restaurant concept that’s been years in the making. The culinary experience has been carefully refined by Executive Chef and Partner Kyle Rindinella and the approach to an elevated party atmosphere is unlike anything else in the city,” said Deni Di Tullio, a partner at the restaurant. “Our goal was to create an all-night affair, where guests can come for exceptional food and drink and stick around for an exciting party reflective of the celebratory approach and traditions in Italy.”
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“When creating the menu at Ristorante Sociale, the intention was to have it be a companion to Enoteca Sociale, building on the quality and approach that guests have come to expect from us over the last 10 years,” said Kyle Rindinella, Partner and Executive Chef at Ristorante Sociale. “We’ve developed an array of new dishes as well as twists on Enoteca Sociale staples like our beef crudo and will also be offering a couple of beloved signature items across both restaurants, such as our cacio e pepe and branzino.”
The restaurant is open from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Wednesdays, and from 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursdays through Sundays. Reservations can be made online.