Welcome (back!)

Our Journey

We are thrilled to be back in business on 54th Street! After more than 24 years in our beloved townhouse—first as Il Gattopardo and later as the previous incarnation of Mozzarella & Vino—we are excited to re-open our doors and begin this new and exciting chapter.

Many of our friends know that this return was anything but easy. The process was long and filled with challenges, including a major building-wide renovation, and unimaginable losses along the way.

Despite these obstacles, our belief in the neighborhood and its needs never wavered. We remained committed to creating a place where people can experience the simplicity of Italian cuisine, explore new horizons in wine, and, above all, find a space that truly feels like home.

Directly across from the MoMA, Mozzarella & Vino presents a contemporary and inviting atmosphere, with a menu created by Chef Vito Gnazzo and Chef Alessandro Pelis that emphasizes the simplicity of Italian cuisine. The menu showcases high-quality ingredients such as grains, vegetables, Mozzarella di bufala Campana, Italian cheeses, and cured meats, featured in classic antipasti, and extensive selection of panini, salads, and of course, pastas.

Our enoteca-style bar specializes in wines sourced predominantly from artisanal family estates and independent Italian winemakers. We proudly share wines that we love, selected for their history, quality, and value - many of it offered by the glass! – our selection is in constant evolution due to new discoveries... We are always in search of something exciting to share!

We invite you to join us on this journey, where the integrity of ingredients, Italian heritage and hospitality comes together at Mozzarella & Vino.

Be well, keep in touch, and viva la mozzarella!

Paula Bolla Sorrentino, Managing Partner

Gianfranco Sorrentino, in memoriam

Vito Gnazzo, Chef Partner

Gabriel Berlendis, General Manager

Alessandro Pelis, Executive Chef