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.

Holiday Catering

Giftcards

We offer both physical and digital gift cards for TESSA Restaurant!

To purchase a digital gift card (starting at $50)

To purchase a physical gift card, you may come into the restaurant during business hours.

Please note:
No more than 1 gift card can be redeemed within a 24 hour period & gratuity cannot be charged to Gift Cards.

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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.

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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.

Decor & Design

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 through Friday, featuring house made pastas, salads and sandwiches. Pair your meal with our classic TESSA Cocktails & innovative wine selections, courtesy 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 18 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.