Since 1999, Via Quadronno has been a beloved Upper East Side staple, celebrated for our world-class cappuccinos, authentic panini, and artisanal gelato. Find us nestled just steps from Central Park at the corner of Madison Avenue and 73rd Street.
Stop in for lunch or dinner, 7 days a week, to enjoy Italian delicacies and delicious wines. Our made-to-order paninis are served semplici, composed of a single ingredient on freshly baked bread as open-faced sandwiches or alla Milanese. You can also sample our standout Lasagna Bolognese, a home-style rendition of the original classic from Bologna. Discover the Upper East Side's best-kept secret. A favorite of locals, icons, and critics since 1999.
Hosting an event? We offer full off-premise catering to bring our signature Italian flavors to your home or office.
Monday to Friday 8 AM–10 PM
Saturday & Sunday 9 AM–10 PM
Kitchen Closes 9:30 PM
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The name Via Quadronno comes from a small street in Milan’s Porta Romana district, where the original spirit of the café was born. In the late 1960s, legendary panini created by Giuseppe Tusi at Bar Quadronno became known for their simplicity, quality, and appeal to an upscale Milanese clientele.
In 1983, Giuseppe Tusi left Bar Quadronno and opened his own paninoteca, Bar Crocetta, in Largo della Crocetta. Years later, he helped bring that same tradition to New York. When Via Quadronno opened on the Upper East Side in 1999, it introduced a distinctly Milanese café experience to Manhattan—one rooted in authentic ingredients, classic Italian hospitality, and the kind of panini culture that made the original name famous.
The Flying Boar is inspired by Italy’s culinary traditions, where wild boar, or cinghiale, is regarded as one of the most prized game meats. In Italian gastronomy, cured boar products have long been associated with craftsmanship, rarity, and regional heritage. The symbol reflects Via Quadronno’s deep connection to old-world Italian food culture and the traditions that continue to inspire the restaurant today.
