NEW YORK -- The Empire State Building (ESB), the “World’s Most Famous Building,” announced that it will feature Eataly as its latest Tastes of New York Experience, a year-round offering of pop-ups which feature unique New York City bites. From June 4 through Aug. 31, Eataly will bring its New York City spin on “la dolce vita” to the Empire State Building’s iconic Observation Deck with a curated selection of its most beloved desserts and beverages.
“We are excited to present Eataly’s true ‘estate Italiana’ as part of our year-round featured Tastes of New York to our visitors,” said Dan Rogoski, observatory general manager. “The Empire State Building can be seen and photographed all around New York City, but only a visit to our Observatory Deck gives you the most authentic # 1 experience in the United States, and the best view in New York City.”
Located on the iconic 86th Floor Observation Deck each day from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., the seasonal activation will bring together two iconic New York City brands for a delicious addition to visitors’ trip to the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
Guests can indulge in a variety of handcrafted gelato flavors which include Cioccolato (Chocolate), Pistacchio (Pistachio), Fior di Latte (Sweet Milk), Limone (Lemon), and Fragola (Strawberry). The cart will feature Coppa Cremino - an exclusive gelato cup available only at the Empire State Building Observation Deck - that features hazelnut gelato with gianduja swirl, whipped cream, and an Eataly chocolate cremini.
The menu also features Eataly’s classic and limited-edition tiramisù flavors:
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Classico - Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone cream, topped with cocoa powder
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Pistacchio - Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and pistachio mascarpone cream, topped with crushed pistachios
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Hazelnut Gianduja - Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and hazelnut gianduja mascarpone cream, topped with hazelnut gianduja and chopped hazelnuts
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Fragole - Layers of maraschino-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone cream, topped with strawberry gelee and fresh strawberries
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Peanut Butter and Jelly - Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone and peanut cream, topped with strawberry gelee, peanuts, and fresh strawberries
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Speculoos - Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake, mascarpone and Speculoos cream, topped with Speculoos cookie crumble
Additionally, guests can enjoy freshly filled cannoli finished with their choice of pistachios, chocolate chips, or sliced almonds. The pop-up will offer a selection of beverages which include San Benedetto still and sparkling water, Eataly Cola, Eataly No Sugar Cola, Eataly Lemon Soda, and Eataly Orange Soda.
“Eataly is thrilled to bring New York City’s most authentic Italian cuisine to visitors from around the world at the Empire State Building Observation Deck this summer,” said Enrico Prodi, VP of Operations at Eataly North America. “Together, we will create a unique experience that celebrates great food, culture, and one of New York City’s most iconic destinations.”
The Empire State Building’s world-famous Observation Deck Experience underwent a $165 million reimagination that added a new interactive museum with nine galleries, bespoke host uniforms, and an upgraded 102nd Floor Observation Deck with unmatched views from the heart of New York City. The iconic Observation Deck Experience was voted the #1 top attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do.
Hi-res images of the popup offerings, and the Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience, can be found
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Tickets to the Empire State Building Observation Deck can be found
online.