FAQ

Everything You Need to Know

Hours, BYO policy, dietary options, gift cards, rewards, and more — your questions answered.

Dining at Arco

We're open daily from 12:00pm to 9:30pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Last seating is at 9:15pm.

Both! You can reserve a table through our website, or simply walk in — we'll do our best to seat you. For groups of 6 or more, we recommend reserving in advance.

Yes, we have 8 outdoor seats available on a first-come, first-served basis. Outdoor seating cannot be reserved.

Come as you are — casual and comfortable. No dress code.

Metered street parking is available on Amsterdam Avenue and surrounding side streets. The nearest subway is the 1 train to 103rd Street — we're one block south on Amsterdam Avenue.

Yes. Arco Cafe has a wheelchair accessible entrance and dining room.

Yes! For parties of 6 or more, we offer a three-course Sardinian menu starting at $54 per person. Browse the menu, upgrades, and policies on our large party page, or call us at (646) 781-9080 to start planning.

Food & Dietary Needs

Sardinian cuisine comes from the island of Sardinia, off the west coast of Italy. It's known for handmade pasta shapes like malloreddus and fregula, fresh seafood, roasted meats, pecorino cheese, and unique desserts like sebada — fried pastry filled with cheese and drizzled with honey. At Arco, every pasta is made in-house daily, and our focaccia is freshly baked throughout the day.

Yes — every single pasta on our menu is handmade fresh daily in our kitchen. It's one of the things that makes Arco special. We also sell fresh pasta to take home through our Pasta Fresca retail menu.

Yes. We offer gluten-free pasta as a substitute for any pasta dish on our menu (additional $2). Many of our other dishes are naturally gluten-free as well. Let your server know and they'll guide you through the options.

Absolutely. We have vegetarian and vegan options, and our kitchen is happy to adapt dishes for allergies and dietary needs. Please let your server know when you're seated, or mention it when placing an online order, and we'll take care of you.

Drinks

Yes! We have a full cocktail bar, an extensive wine list featuring Italian and Sardinian wines, and a selection of beers. Many guests don't realize we're a full-service bar — not just BYO.

Yes, we welcome you to bring your own wine. The corkage fee is $25 per bottle. You're also welcome to enjoy wine from our own list, or try one of our cocktails.

Yes — happy hour runs weekdays from 3:00pm to 6:00pm with specials on drinks and select small plates. Check our menu for current happy hour offerings.

Ordering & More

Yes! You can order online through our website for both pickup and delivery.

Yes, we can arrange catering for your event. All catering orders must be placed at least 48 hours in advance and picked up at the restaurant — we do not deliver catering orders. Contact us at (646) 781-9080 or info@arcocafe.com to discuss your needs.

Gift Cards & Rewards

Our digital gift cards can be purchased online and sent directly to the recipient via email. They're redeemable for both dine-in and online orders.

Our free loyalty program lets you earn points every time you dine with us. Points unlock rewards including free menu items and exclusive offers. Birthday rewards are included too. It's free to join.

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Arco Cafe — Frequently Asked Questions

Located at 886 Amsterdam Avenue on Manhattan's Upper West Side, Arco Cafe is a Sardinian restaurant serving homemade pasta, freshly baked focaccia, and authentic island specialties daily from 12:00pm to 9:30pm. Common questions include our hours of operation, BYO wine policy ($25 corkage, full bar also available), gluten-free options (gluten-free pasta available for all pasta dishes), reservations (walk-ins welcome, reservations recommended for groups of 6+), accessibility (wheelchair accessible entrance and dining room), and loyalty programs (free Arco Rewards with birthday perks). We offer online ordering for pickup and delivery, digital gift cards, happy hour weekdays 3–6pm, and catering with 48-hour advance notice. Every pasta is handmade in-house daily, and our Pasta Fresca retail menu lets you take fresh pasta home. Whether you're new to Sardinian cuisine or a regular guest, we're here to answer your questions and welcome you to our table.