Casa Lever: Fine Italian Dining in Midtown Manhattan
Casa Lever combines superb Italian cuisine, Milanese hospitality and a modern design sensibility in the iconic landmark Lever House. It is the perfect setting for sophisticated business lunches, convivial post-work cocktails and elegant dinners.
About Casa Lever
Modern art and timeless architecture set the stage for Italian classics, curated wines and supreme hospitality.
The epitome of Milanese spirit, Casa Lever is where Manhattan goes for an elegant Italian dining experience.
Join us for our signature breakfast service, or an elevated lunch or dinner: every detail is anticipated and celebrated.
Corporate Events & Private Dining at Our Midtown Italian Restaurant
Casa Lever offers a variety of settings for private events, each providing a unique atmosphere for your occasion. Our private dining spaces accommodate everything from intimate business dinners to larger corporate gatherings.
Large group events can include customizable menu selections crafted by our culinary team. Our teams work closely together to ensure every detail meets your specific requirements and reflects our standards of Italian hospitality.
Plan your private event at Casa Lever
The Menu: Milanese Cuisine & Seasonal Dishes
Our dishes highlight the finest seasonal ingredients, elegantly presented in a format that remains pure to its source. Executive Chef Tortora's menu changes throughout the year to showcase peak-season products from trusted suppliers.
From house-made pasta to carefully selected proteins, each dish reflects traditional techniques refined through contemporary presentation.
View our seasonal Italian menus
Casa Lever Gardens: Seasonal Outdoor Dining in Midtown
Casa Lever Gardens is a welcome outdoor oasis in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Our seasonal outdoor space offers a sophisticated retreat in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Open during the warmer months, Casa Lever Gardens features a full-service bar alongside open-air dining and relaxed lounge areas.
The vibrant setting pairs inventive cocktails with refined small plates. Crafted to complement our main restaurant menu, these selections provide lighter options perfect for outdoor dining in NYC.
Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM
Dinner: Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Hours, Location & Reservations
Casa Lever is an Italian fine dining restaurant specializing in Milanese cuisine located in historic Lever House on Park Avenue, Manhattan. Led by Executive Chef Giuseppe Tortora, the restaurant serves seasonal Italian classics prepared with traditional techniques and refined contemporary presentation. Open weekdays 7 AM–10 PM, Casa Lever combines exceptional culinary artistry with contemporary art collections and modernist architecture in Midtown Manhattan's business district.
Main Restaurant Hours
Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Casa Lever Gardens Hours
Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM
Dinner: Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Our Park Avenue Location & Access
390 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022
Casa Lever is located at 390 Park Avenue, steps from Grand Central Terminal and accessible from multiple subway lines. Our position in Lever House places us at the center of Manhattan's business district.
Dress Code
The restaurant maintains a refined dress code appropriate to our elegant setting. Business attire and smart casual dress are both appropriate for all dining periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
As one of the best Italian restaurants in Manhattan, Casa Lever focuses on Milanese cuisine, the refined culinary tradition from Milan, Italy. Our menu celebrates seasonal Italian ingredients prepared using time-honored techniques, presented with contemporary elegance. Executive Chef Giuseppe Tortora crafts dishes that honor pure ingredient quality without excess decoration.
Casa Lever maintains a refined dress code appropriate to our elegant setting. Both business attire and smart casual dress are appropriate for all dining periods. We recommend dressing as you would for an important business meeting or special occasion.
No, Casa Lever Gardens is open seasonally from May through the Fall (weather permitting). We recommend contacting us directly to confirm current seasonal availability.
Casa Lever combines authentic Milanese cuisine, historic architecture, and contemporary art in one location. The restaurant operates inside Lever House, a 1952 building designated as a National Historic Landmark. Our dining rooms feature contemporary works by American artists, such as John Baldessari, making each meal a cultural experience alongside fine dining.
Reserve Your Table at One of the Best Restaurants in Midtown
Secure your table at Casa Lever inside the historic Lever House on Park Avenue. Whether planning a sophisticated corporate luncheon or an elegant evening dinner, our dedicated team ensures every detail of your dining experience is flawlessly executed.
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