Norma

4.6 ( 1536 reviews )
Checking... 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM See Hours
$30–50
438 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
+1 212-889-0600

Norma, an authentic Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of New York, offers diners a delightful taste of regional Sicilian cuisine. Customers rave about the warm and inviting atmosphere, enhanced by the attentive service from staff like Luca and Giovanni, who elevate each dining experience with their expert recommendations.

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious authenticity of the food. Highlights include the mouthwatering arancini, perfectly cooked gnocchi, and rich lasagna parlmitana. The arugula pizza, although mentioned less frequently, also catches the eye of patrons. Marlene Teixeira described her birthday dinner as a memorable experience, thanks to the cozy ambiance and exceptional service.

However, despite its charm, some guests noted the close proximity of tables, which can make for a less private dining experience. Yet, this minor drawback is easily overshadowed by the flavorful dishes and welcoming service. Overall, Norma presents itself as a must-visit destination for anyone seeking high-quality Italian dining in New York City, with a balanced offering of cozy vibes and delectable flavors that keep customers coming back for more.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Kerbside pickup
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Food
    • Healthy options
    • Late-night food
    • Organic dishes
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid multi-storey car park
    • Paid street parking
    • Parking

Reviews For Norma

Marlene Teixeira
Jun 30,2025
Norma is an absolute gem! My husband and I went there for the first time to celebrate his birthday and we are definitely coming back as many times as we can. The food is the definition of authentic and delicious! Our server Luca was extraordinary and made the whole experience even better. If you go there and he recommends something go with it because he knows what he is talking about. The place is small but we were lucky to be seated at a corner table so it was cozy. Also the dinner experience is very well paced. We 100% recommend Norma.
Analia Gerard
Jun 18,2025
Cute neighborhood spot for regional Sicilian cuisine. Tasted authentic. The pizza looked outstanding but we went with arincini and pasta with a ragu with eggplant and peas. Great pasta. We left happy.
Ekaterina Terekhova
Jun 15,2025
I love service here: polite and friendly, fast. I ordered Gnocchi with beef. Gnocchi was perfect cooked. I can't say that this experiment with to add beef to this dish was lucky. I prefer more a classic Gnocchi. My rate is 4 from 5. The wine was smooth and tasty. There are many tables, but they are located close to each other. I want more private (especially in winter time, because you have to look for a place for your voluminous jacket). It would be nice to have a separate hanger for such cases. The overall rate is 5 from 5. Thanks
Stanley Mernet
May 31,2025
We had been here two years ago and came back — it’s still just as enjoyable. The food is absolutely delicious, the setting is great, and the staff is very friendly... all at very reasonable prices for New York. You can go there with complete confidence.
Diana Candell
May 30,2025
First time visiting and the food and service was top of the line! We ordered the Burrata for appetizer, and the lasagna parlemitana with busiate al pesto trapanese, everything was amazingly tasty. My only complaint was the tiny table you get for a party of 2. The place is small and cozy but I feel a true Italian cuisine restaurant deserve the table space to put the entire meal. Honestly, the delicious food, the attentive service and the amazing wine made me forget about the tiny table. Thank you Giovanni for a great evening and accommodating my mom and in a more comfortable space
Jennifer Amick
May 22,2025
Amazing dinner. I was traveling solo and arrived for an early dinner. They greeted me warmly and despite being a party of 1, they seated me at a great table and not relegated to the bar. Everything was delicious and the service was great. The gnocchi was perfect. So good!
Catarina Pereira
May 15,2025
As far as authentic Italian restaurants go, this fits the bill perfectly. My pizza was absolutely amazing, with fresh delicious vegetables. Service was amazing too, Stefano was really attentive and friendly. A very charming spot, full of character and great value for money. It now lives on my NYC favourites list
Christopher Yandell
May 14,2025
Amazing food. I highly recommend the gnocchi. Also, the prices are very reasonable considering the Michelin awards hanging in the front window.

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