The Restaurant
MODERN AMERICAN TAVERN
TESSA is a Modern American Restaurant blending the many flavors of this country. With an emphasis on Italian and French fare. We offer a contemporary and sophisticated menu showcasing the TESSA signature style.
DINING & PRIVATE EVENTS
TESSA offers plenty of Dining Room seating with an additional semi private Wine Room for special occasions. We have a large Bar & Lounge area and also offer seasonal outdoor seating. Tessa always welcomes private events for any occasion.
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE UPPER WEST SIDE
We are located in the heart of the Upper West Side – just down the block from the Beacon Theater and a short walk from Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History and Central Park.
Giftcards
For a physical gift card please
email us at info@tessarestaurant.com
to have a card mailed to you or
available for pick up from the restaurant.
Please note that no more than one gift card cannot
be redeemed within a 24 hour period.
Gratuity cannot be charged to Gift Cards.
Menu
Our culinary team has designed innovative and inspired menus. Taking inspiration from American,Italian, French and Spanish dishes while using only the finest seasonal products they have created an extensive amount of menu offerings.
Selections that range from shared plates and appetizers to house-made pastas and exciting main dishes. Our menus change with the seasons and there are always handcrafted “specials” on offer every night.
To pair with the food, we pour 20 wines by the glass and 10 beers on tap. We also have a highly curated wine list of over 120 labels as well as the TESSA Reserve list with over 50 labels.
Enjoy your meal in our Outdoor Chalet. Partially enclosed and available for dining when the weather is above 40 degrees and dry.
Tessa also has sidewalk seating available during the Spring and Summer. Enjoy our cocktail list and a snack while soaking up the sun.
Outdoor
Dining
Have a Drink
Have a drink at our bar lounge. We pour 20 wines by the glass and 10 beers on tap. We also have a highly curated wine list of over 120 labels as well as the TESSA Reserve list with over 50 labels.
Have a Drink
Have a drink at our bar lounge. We pour 20 wines by the glass and 10 beers on tap. We also have a highly curated wine list of over 120 labels as well as the TESSA Reserve list with over 50 labels.
Facade Area
Dining Area
Facade Area
Decor & Design
The unique design and décor of TESSA was conceived by the architectural firm of BatesMasi.
On entering TESSA, you are immediately struck by the exposed whitewashed brick walls and the double layered blackened steel security gates that cover the entire ceiling. These gates, suspended from the ceiling at different levels, create both a bold design statement and a screen concealing the restaurant’s mechanical systems.
Gates and the diamond patterns created by the gate openings, continue as a theme throughout the space – in the gate wrapped bar and in the industrial scissor lamps. Additional industrialized elements like diamond steel plate stairs, blackened steel bathroom sinks, herringbone woven telecommunications cables are on display throughout the restaurant.
The design combines industrial and urban elements with rustic charm creating a compelling and striking setting that is elegant, inviting and comfortable. The inspiration and design concept for TESSA was to pull in the feeling of the city streets celebrating the mundane or utilitarian aspects of the cityscape and create a transformed version of the City within TESSA.
Dine the Upper West Side
TESSA will quickly become your neighborhood favorite, being open daily for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner.
A great place to start or end your day between visits to the new Richard Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History or the New David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center.
We have a dynamic Lunch Menu available
Tuesday thru Friday, featuring house made pastas, salads and sandwiches. Pair your meal with our classic TESSA Cocktails & innovative wine selections, curtesy of our happy hour Specials available from 11am till 6pm week days.
Enjoy Lunch on our outdoor sidewalk cafe or the elegant dining room.
Private Dining
& Events
SPECIAL EVENTS
TESSA has semi-private dining that comfortably accommodates up to 16 guests. It is the perfect setting for celebratory dinners and business, social or casual get-togethers. We have a variety of menu options – including a chef’s menu with wine pairing – to make your event extra special.
LARGE EVENTS
Parties above 10 guests, with a maximum of 16,
should complete our event form by
clicking the "Inquire Now" button below. An Events Manager will reach out to discuss your event.
It is also suggested that parties larger than16 guests contact our sister property ASSET via www.assetrestaurant.com/events
for available options.
Inquire at TESSA below
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CONTACT US
Address
349 Amsterdam Avenue
(between W76th and W77th Streets)
New York, New York 10024
HOURS
DINNER
SUNDAY: 5pm to 9pm
MONDAY - THURSDAY: 5pm to 10pm
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 5pm to 11pm
LUNCH
TUESDAY - FRIDAY
11am to 3pm
BRUNCH
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
11am to 3pm
MEZZE
TUESDAY - SUNDAY 3:30pm to 5pm
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