{"id":264345,"date":"2026-06-12T12:22:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:22:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/264345\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T12:22:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:22:14","slug":"olio-e-piu-brings-rustic-italian-cuisine-to-new-east-village-location","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/264345\/","title":{"rendered":"Olio e Pi\u00f9 brings rustic Italian cuisine to new East Village location"},"content":{"rendered":"

The popular Italian eatery Olio e Pi\u00f9 is expanding its reach in New York City.\n<\/p>\n

Olio e Pi\u00f9 first came to the Big Apple\u2019s dining scene in 2010 in Greenwich Village. Created by The Group Hospitality, Olio e Pi\u00f9 quickly became a neighborhood staple known for its blend of authentic Italian cuisine and warm, elevated atmosphere.<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cWhen we opened Olio e Pi\u00f9 in Greenwich Village in 2010, our goal was to create an authentic Italian gathering place rooted in warmth, community, and hospitality,\u201d said Emil Stefkov, Founder of The Group Hospitality. \u201cInspired by the trattorias and enotecas of Italy, we wanted to bring not only classic Italian cuisine to New York, but also the feeling of an Italian family house in the countryside and the joy of sharing a meal together.\u201d<\/p>\n

Olio e Pi\u00f9 offers a variety of Italian dishes that are rooted in capturing the essence of Italy while keeping them approachable and delicious. Each dish is made with high-quality ingredients and executed with traditional techniques, staying true to its roots.<\/p>\n

Each Olio e Pi\u00f9 location serves a selection of dishes that can be shared or enjoyed solo. Some menu highlights include starters like the Whipped Burrata Crostini, Arancini Tartufa, Grilled Octopus, and Tuna Tartare; fresh-made pastas such as the Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Cavatelli Lamb Rag\u00fa, and the Ricotta Gnocchi al Pesto; and mains such as Branzino Estivo, Polpette della Nonna, and Ribeye alla Griglia.<\/p>\n

\"Olio<\/a>Olio e Pi\u00f9\u2019s Cavatelli Lamb Rag\u00fa and Spaghetti alla Carbonara.Photos by Emily Davenport<\/p>\n

For Stefkov, the goal of each Olio e Pi\u00f9 location is to create a transformative experience for their customers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe focus on creating an experience that feels transportive, combining classic Italian dishes with warm hospitality and thoughtfully designed spaces. Each location reflects the character of its neighborhood while staying true to the welcoming atmosphere and authentic cuisine that define the brand,\u201d said Stefkov. \u201cWhether you\u2019re joining us for a quick coffee, a long lunch, or a celebratory dinner, we want you to feel like a guest in an Italian home, where the table is always set, the conversation flows freely, and every meal is a reminder to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.\u201d<\/p>\n

On May 13, the restaurant officially opened its third New York City location in the East Village, located at 106 3rd Ave. The 135-seat, two-floor space aims to reflect the warmth of the Italian countryside, with the bottom floor serving as an indoor\/outdoor space in the warmer months.<\/p>\n

Stefkov says that the move to the East Village just made sense considering what Olio e Pi\u00f9 has built over the years.\n<\/p>\n

\u201cThe East Village felt like a natural fit for Olio e Pi\u00f9 because of its energy, strong sense of community, and vibrant dining scene,\u201d said Stefkov. \u201cWe also fell in love with the space itself, which offered the opportunity to create a lively indoor-outdoor feel with two floors, a patio, and open-air windows.\u201d<\/p>\n

So far, the new East Village outpost has been a hit in the neighborhood, with Stefkov telling amNewYork that he is grateful for the love that the East Village has shown.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>The new Olio e Pi\u00f9 location has two floors of dining.Photo courtesy of The Group Hospitality<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve been thrilled by the response from the neighborhood and grateful for how warmly the community has embraced us,\u201d said Stefkov. \u201cBuilding lasting relationships has always been one of our priorities, so it\u2019s been especially rewarding to see both longtime Olio e Pi\u00f9 guests and new local neighbors make the restaurant part of their regular routine.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to the three NYC Olio e Pi\u00f9 locations (the other NYC location is in Bryant Park), the brand has two more locations in Chicago and Washington, D.C. Stevkov says that as Olio e Pi\u00f9 continues to grow, they will scout out locations that \u201cfeel authentic to the concept\u201d while remaining true to their mission: authentic cuisine, genuine hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, New Yorkers can look forward to summer at Olio e Pi\u00f9, which Stefkov says is the restaurant\u2019s favorite season, which will include seasonal dishes and unique experiences tailored to the East Village location.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re especially excited to welcome guests to enjoy long summer lunches, aperitivo hours, and memorable evenings that celebrate the simple pleasures of life,\u201d said Stefkov. \u201cWe\u2019re also excited to continue creating experiences that bring the neighborhood together and celebrate the World Cup with a dedicated viewing setup in the first floor bar area and a globally-inspired cocktail list curated specifically for the event.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information, visit www.olioepiu.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The popular Italian eatery Olio e Pi\u00f9 is expanding its reach in New York City. Olio e Pi\u00f9…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":264346,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[5083,7624,102429,25527,2931,9,56,63,65,64,102430,613],"class_list":["post-264345","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-new-york-city","tag-amny-weekender","tag-east-village","tag-emil-stefkov","tag-italian","tag-italian-food","tag-new-york","tag-ny","tag-nyc","tag-nyc-headlines","tag-nyc-news","tag-olio-e-piu00f9","tag-pm-newsletter"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/264345","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=264345"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/264345\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/264346"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=264345"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=264345"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=264345"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}