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Helmed by the former personal chef to Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI at The Vatican in Rome, The New York Times-acclaimed CASASALVO in SoHo reflects the heritage and prestigious creations of Chef Salvo Lo Castro, whose resume includes being an alum of Cipriani, as well as Michelin Starred havens the Klum Hotel St. Moritz and Enoteca Pinchiorri.
Grab your $279 pulse (a $430 value) for the CASASALVO Experience Chef's Tasting Dinner For Two that includes 9 Courses Per Person, as well as 2 Glasses of Prosecco.
"He's cooked for popes, presidents and celebrities. Now, former Vatican Chef Salvo Lo Castro is plating up pasta for everyday New Yorkers at his restaurant in SoHo." So says CBS about acclaimed culinary master, Salvo Lo Castro. The Sicilian native is now a SoHo legend, assembling Italian classics with luxurious twists that will wow the palate, as he does the palates of regulars like Whoopi Goldberg, Danny DeVito, Chris Rock, and "Emily In Paris" star William Abadie.
Let delicate bubbles in a glass of prosecco elevate your palate as amuse bouche kick off the procession of edible excellence. Next up, Tartare a Punta di Coltello (hand-cut beef tartare) and the Chef’s Surprise creation are designed to stun, while Agnolotti Burro e Salvia shine with a delicate butter sauce. Lest we forget, the Rigatone Pistacchio e Guanciale is divine, as is the Maialino Nero dei Nebroedi, a succulent Sicilian pork dish.
For dessert? expect sensational sweet endings via Sorbetto Limone dell’Etna and the famed Tiramisù Casaslavo. Rome? It's right here in SoHo, and we just can't get enough...
Situated along a charming stretch of SoHo, CASASALVO feels like a secret you almost want to keep to yourself, a softly glowing escape where Manhattan fades and Milan takes over. Inside, white tablecloths drape elegantly beneath warm lighting, walnut-paneled walls add a quiet richness, and lemon and olive trees perfume the air with something unmistakably Mediterranean.
The luminous onyx bar glows like a jewel box, its shelves lined with over 350 wines from Italy, France, and beyond. Whether you’re tucked into the dining room or lingering on the terrace overlooking Spring Street on a warm evening, every detail at this Time Out-celebrated treasure feels like a page out of a romantic Roman holiday.
At the heart of it all is Salvo Lo Castro, a Sicilian-born chef whose story reads like something out of culinary legend. Having refined his craft at icons like Cipriani and the One Michelin-starred Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, and after a decade cooking within the walls of the Vatican for Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI, his journey is steeped in both reverence and refinement. From the Three Michelin-starred Enoteca Pinchiorri to Sicily’s storied San Domenico Palace, each chapter has shaped a style that is rooted in tradition, yet impossibly elegant.
His cooking is where memory and artistry intertwine. Recipes whispered through generations come alive with a delicate, modern touch, each dish layered with the soul of Sicily and the quiet confidence of a chef who has seen the world. When he arrived in New York in 2022, he first introduced the city to his intimate cafés, beloved for their authentic Italian coffee and transportive charm. CASASALVO is the natural crescendo of that story, where every bite feels both nostalgic and new.
Guiding your palatable adventure with equal passion is in-house sommelier Filippo, whose love for wine adds another layer of romance to the evening. His thoughtfully curated list invites you to wander through Italy’s vineyards and beyond, with bottles that are storied and surprising.
Though it has drawn a devoted following including the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Danny DeVito, Chris Rock, and "Emily In Paris" star William Abadie, CASASALVO still feels like a hidden jewel. It’s the kind of place where evenings stretch longer than planned, where candlelight flickers against crystal glasses, and where, for a moment, New York feels like the most beautiful corner of Italy...
All selections will be made from the restaurant's full CASASALVO Experience Chef's Tasting Dinner Menu, which may be viewed here.
Your $279 9 Course Chef's Tasting Dinner For Two (a $430 Value) Includes:
CASASALVO shines with a superb 4.5 Stars from 105+ reviews on Google including:
"This was the best Italian restaurant I ever tried in the city! Food was absolutely outstanding! I am Italian so…my standards are very high. Food was super fresh and tasty. The chef himself came to check that everything was going great. We had a wonderful time! We sampled the menu based on the Chef’s suggestions and I wouldn’t even know what to highlight as everything was fantastic. I already went back twice, and every time we had a great experience. Highly recommended restaurant!"
"Heard about this spot for a while now and finally was able to make it. What an incredible restaurant. Food was amazing, Chef Salvo Lo Castro has created a menu that truly fits NYC with Mediterranean Italian dining. Chef Salvo was genuine and kind when we met him and he even told us that he visit Greece and the island of Lefkada, where my wife and her family are from, which was a “what a small world” moment. Great time, great cocktails and great food!"
"Excellent and one of my best meals! Waiter was amazing and patient as we just could not decide. The owner came to our table and we raved about his meatballs which are his Sicilian mother’s recipe. Don’t miss. Fettuccine was delicious! Highly recommend!"
CASASALVO's Website | Google Reviews
May purchase as many vouchers as you like for personal use or for gifting.
Multiple vouchers may be combined for larger groups.
Menu may change as CASASALVO has a seasonal menu.
Tax & tip not included; reservations required.
Expires on Friday July 24, 2026.
