Sempre Oggi

Located in the space formerly occupied by the Italian restaurant Cesca, Sempre Oggi opened in March 2024. The restaurant is the brainchild of Robert Guarino, known for his successful ventures including Marseille and Nizza. Sempre Oggi is backed by restaurateur Robert Guarino who is behind Playa Betty’s and 5 Napkin Burger. The restaurant’s name, which translates to “Always Today,” reflects its commitment to embracing the present moment and showcasing the best of seasonal ingredients. At the helm of Sempre Oggi’s kitchen is Chef Phillip Basone, whose culinary background includes stints at establishments like Barbuto and Le Crocodile. The menu features a variety of offerings, from seafood salads to pasta dishes, and highlights specialties like porchetta and roasted chicken, all prepared in a custom oven that enhances the flavors of the dishes. Highlighting the menu are a variety of dishes, including:

• Seafood salad with celery and olives
• Salads and vegetable dishes
• Linguine with littlenecks
• Tumminia busiate with pesto alla Trapanese
• Almond-crusted halibut
• Veal cutlet
• Circle Farm heritage chicken

For those looking to experience the Italian aperitivi culture, Sempre Oggi offers a daily Aperitivi Hour from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.  During this time, most cocktails are available for just $11, providing an excellent opportunity to unwind and socialize before dinner. 164 W. 75th Street (between Columbus & Amsterdam Avenues). 212.377.7150 https://www.semprenyc.com/