Trattoria Nervosa

What is Trattoria Nervosa? Occupying an iconic yellow Victorian house at the corner of Yorkville Avenue and Bellair Street (75 Yorkville Ave), Trattoria Nervosa is restaurateur Janet Zuccarini’s flagship that launched the Gusto 54 hospitality group in 1996. The multi-level space delivers lively Italian energy across two floors of rustic-chic dining rooms, a compact cocktail bar, and two coveted alfresco areas: a buzzing wraparound street patio and a rooftop terrace.

Trattoria Nervosa Menu & What to Order The kitchen turns out dependable Southern Italian comfort dishes anchored by city-wide favorites. The non-negotiable order is the Mafalde ai Funghi, pairing ruffled pasta ribbons with portobello, porcini, crimini, and oyster mushrooms in a rich truffle cream sauce. Balance the decadence with the signature Cavolo Nero kale salad or cheese-stuffed Polpette con Provolone, paired with an Aperol spritz or a pour from the curated Italian wine list, and conclude with the espresso-soaked tiramisu.

Know Before You Go Nervosa releases limited reservations on OpenTable but operates primarily as a high-volume walk-in restaurant, so expect waits during sunny weekend afternoons and peak dinner rushes. Bay station is a five-minute stroll south, with multiple municipal and underground parking garages directly across Yorkville Avenue. The kitchen operates continuously from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, staying open until 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.