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07/18/2026
🍸 We’re Hiring!
La Terra is looking for an experienced full-time bartender to join our team in Midtown East.
We’re looking for someone who loves hospitality, enjoys crafting great classic cocktails, and takes pride in creating a warm, welcoming experience for every guest. Italian w**e knowledge is a plus, but a great attitude, reliability, and strong service skills matter most.
If you’re interested or know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Send us a DM or email your resume to [email protected]
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06/11/2026
A little pasta. A few negronis. The Knicks on the screen. Summer nights in New York don’t get much better. Thanks for spending yours with us. 🍝🍷🏀
11/11/2025
Cold outside, cozy inside. Warm up with a Negroni tonight at La Terra.
11/09/2025
Nothing makes us happier than a dining room full of friends enjoying good food and good company. 🥰
11/06/2025
Our favorite kind of trio: fried zucchini, chicken parm, and orecchiette al barese. Add good company and a bottle of red.
10/10/2025
When your pasta is Forbes-worthy… 🙌 So grateful to be included in their National Pasta Day picks! Many thanks to and
09/10/2025
A taste of Puglia in every bite. 🍝✨ Our Orecchiette alla Barese is made with ear-shaped pasta, sautéed broccoli rabe, savory sausage, and garlic. A southern Italian classic and a staff favorite here at La Terra. 🇮🇹🌿
09/09/2025
Color, crunch, and a little tang. 🥗✨ Our Insalata Tricolore brings together radicchio, endive, arugula, pears, walnuts, and blue cheese for a perfect balance of bitter, sweet, and savory.
09/06/2025
Soft, pillowy, and full of flavor. ✨ Our Gnocchi di Patate “La Terra” brings together potato gnocchi, fresh tomato sauce, and a delicate finish of ricotta salata. Simple ingredients, perfected. 🇮🇹🍅🍝
09/03/2025
Just like nonna used to make ❤️ Our Polpette della Mamma — tender beef meatballs stuffed with mozzarella, simmered in a rich tomato-basil sauce. Classic Italian comfort. 🇮🇹✨
Address
987 First Avenue
New York, NY
10022
La Terra NYC (First Avenue) — brief directions
Public transport
- Subway: Take the 4, 5, or 6 to Union Square (or nearby stations such as 14 St–Union Sq). Walk east toward First Avenue, then head north/south on First Avenue to the venue.
- Subway: Take the N or R to 8 St–NYU (or nearby stops). Walk east/west as needed to reach First Avenue, then continue on foot along First Avenue.
- Bus: Use M15/M15-SBS along First Avenue where available; get off at the closest stop to your destination and walk a few minutes.
Driving and parking
- From Midtown: Follow signs to East Side / FDR Drive access points, then take local streets toward First Avenue. Use GPS for the exact address and entrance.
- Parking: Look for paid street parking on/near First Avenue and nearby side streets. Expect limited availability during peak hours.
- Garages: Use nearby commercial garages off First Avenue or in adjacent blocks; rates vary by time and day. Arrive early if visiting during evenings/weekends.
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What people say
La Terra NYC on First Avenue brings a distinctly Southern Italian warmth to East Midtown Manhattan, pairing comforting flavors with genuinely heartfelt hospitality. The menu shines with delicious pastas and classic Italian favorites, including standout combinations like orecchiette al barese alongside crowd-pleasing dishes such as fried zucchini and chicken parm. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in for a satisfying meal and feel taken care of from start to finish.
Cocktail lovers will also appreciate the bar program, especially the Negroni—often celebrated in posts that capture the restaurant’s easygoing vibe. Whether you’re stopping by for a few drinks or planning a full dinner, La Terra’s atmosphere feels cozy and welcoming, perfect for turning an ordinary night into something memorable.
With its lively dining room energy—friends gathered over good food, great company, and plenty of pasta—La Terra NYC delivers an inviting Italian dining experience that feels both comforting and fun.
