Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Bay Ridge

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Cavatappi

4.9

Exceptional(59)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bensonhurst

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to Cavatappi Italian Restaurant - a family owned & operated establishment - located in the heart of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn. Our modern and cozy atmosphere is the perfect setting for a delicious meal. Our menu features a variety of classic Italian dishes, as well as some unique twists. Be sure to try our signature Kansas City pork chop, pan seared then baked to perfection and served with a side of parsnip apple sauce. Whether you're in the mood for pasta, seafood, or a hearty meat dish, we have something for everyone.We look forward to serving you at Cavatappi Italian Restaurant, where you can enjoy adelicious meal in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Buon apetito!

2. Pastavino

4.8

Exceptional(378)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Stapleton

Booked 9 times today

Pastavino translates to pasta & wine, the quintessential Italian experience, drawing inspiration from the traditional trattorias & enotecas throughout Italy. Michelin Star Chef Josh Laurano's menu focuses on modern interpretations of familiar Italian flavors, house made pastas, focaccia & secondi. We pride ourselves on seasonality, using local ingredients, and allowing them to be the soul of the menu - Materia Prima. If you do not see your desired time or party size please check RESY or call the restaurant directly . We do not put all tables online to allow for phone reservations and walk in's. Please include all guests in your party including those who may be in strollers or high chairs. While we love to celebrate life's special occasions with you, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing balloons into our dining rooms.We try our best to accomodate all requests and preferences, however tables located along the window are seated on a first come first served basis.

3. Luzzo's BK

4.7

Exceptional(147)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Cobble Hill

Booked 1 time today

LUZZO'S BK OFFERS THE AWARD-WINNING NEAPOLITAN-STYLE PIZZA MADE IN A WOOD-BURNING OVEN, ALONGSIDE SOUTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE. LOCATED ON ATLANTIC AVENUE IN BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, THIS COZY RESTAURANT BUILT BY THE PARTNERS THEMSELVES INCLUDES AN ECLECTIC BAR OVERLOOKING THE SIDEWALK WITH A SEASONAL MENU, A WELL-CURATED WINE LIST AND A FULL SEATED DINING ROOM NEAR THE KITCHEN. THE RESTAURANT HAS AN AMAZING WEEKEND BRUNCH AND AN OPEN-AIR BACKYARD PATIO.

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5258)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 138 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

5. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9202)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 32 times today

River Cafe, nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge, is renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor, and award-winning wine list. Reviewers laud its 'creative and delicious cuisine', 'amazing little bites in between courses', and 'fantastic view'. The restaurant's commitment to quality and service, along with its 'magical' ambiance, make it a unique dining experience that goes beyond just a meal.

6. Essex

4.5

Awesome(3196)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Lower East Side

Booked 14 times today

Lower East Side pioneer famous for award winning contemporary cuisine, oyster happy hours & NYC's original bottomless brunch party. A vibrant multi-level space in the historic Shapiro's Winery, Essex offers intimate seating as well as group dining and event spaces. Essex's New American Dinner Menu, guided by Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York's top Michelin-Starred restaurants, showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as burgers & classic steakhouse fare. Our Prime Cuts Menu features shareable Dry Aged and Prime Angus Steaks. Join us for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner and indulge in as special Three-Course Christmas Dinner as well as items from our regular dinner menu and kid's menu. Our 25th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration features a three-course dinner with champagne toast and music by DJ Eric Visa. Enjoy our Bonus Bottomless Brunches on Christmas Day & New Year's Day.

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7. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9942)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 80 times today

Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boombox, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.

8. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(68)

Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Booked 6 times today

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

9. Casa Bond

4.6

Exceptional(92)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • NoHo

Booked 2 times today

Casa Bond offers a vibrant dining experience, blending creative, modern Mexican cuisine with a chic, Bohemian atmosphere. Named one of "New York's Best New Restaurants of 2023" by the Financial Times, we’re known for standout dishes like Aguachile and Gobernador Tacos. Join us for an unforgettable meal that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. Perfect for those seeking top-notch service, exceptional food, and a lively, artistic ambiance.

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10. Le Jardinier - New York

4.6

Exceptional(437)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Midtown East

Booked 12 times today

Le Jardinier is an approachable yet refined hyper-seasonal restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli. Rooted in classic French technique, Verzeroli has created a menu where seasonality a prominent role: local, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by sustainable proteins. The wine list features over 350 references, and has an international focus drawing heavily on the French regions of Champagne, Burgundy, and Bordeaux. Cocktails utilize high quality craft spirits, fortified wines, fresh herbs, and house made tinctures and bitters.

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DanielleVIP
Nashville •14 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Such a great experience again! This time they us right by the window looking at the bridge. Loved it!
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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JackieVIP
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What an amazing find! Cannot believe we have gone all these years without dining here. Went last night for a birthday dinner and everything about it was perfect! A five star experience and we love that they have a dress code of cocktail attire and men must wear jackets. It made for such a special evening and it was a clear night so the city view was spectacular! Cannot wait to go back! Service, food, drinks, and noise level were perfect!
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9
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LauraVIP
New York City •91 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a wonderful place ! Great food and attentive staff! My friends and I totally enjoyed the experience and would definitely return!
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CavatappiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bensonhurst
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4.9
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Aimee
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
After many evenings at Pastavino. I have not been disappointed by the food this far. There’s always a crowd that they do their best to accommodate. On our last visit, it was the first time we were harassed by the waiter regarding the amount of his tip after ignoring us for the last hour and a half we were there. How embarrassing and rude. There’s plenty of options on SI that negate the need to tolerate such behavior.
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PastavinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Stapleton
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4.8
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Gianmarco
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on Sep 28, 2024
Pretty location, efficient italian service and reasonable prices! Wine, appetizers and delicious pizza! Good tiramisù! Nice to meet you Gennaro and David
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Luzzo's BKPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Cobble Hill
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4.7

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Cavatappi

2. Pastavino

3. Luzzo's BK

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

5. The River Cafe

6. Essex

7. Beauty & Essex- New York

8. ASKA

9. Casa Bond

10. Le Jardinier - New York

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