Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Union Square

43 restaurants available nearby

1. The Alderman

4.2

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 36 times today

Nestled right in the heart of Times Square, The Alderman, A modern American Tavern, promises an unforgettable dining experience that transcends mere sustenance—a symphony of flavors, a dance of textures, and a celebration of New York’s rich culinary heritage.

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2. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(2543)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Midtown East

Booked 3 times today

Rated a Top 5 Newcomer by Zagat, Pera brings an authentic taste of eastern Mediterranean cuisine to Manhattan.Pera derives its name from an elegant neighborhood in Istanbul that has served as the melting pot for many cultures and cuisines since the 17th century. Pera features numerous mezes, specially prepared and marinated cuts of grilled meats and seafood, traditional and modern Mediterranean side dishes and regional breads baked a la minute.Large group accommodations, private dining, special events, catering and delivery services are available. Please email events@peranyc.com.

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3. Charlie Palmer Steak IV

4.2

Awesome(4872)

Price: Expensive

• American • Theater District

Booked 12 times today

Introducing Charlie Palmer Steak IV, the newest addition to Chef Charlie Palmer's renowned collection of steakhouses, restaurants, and bars. Nestled on the 4th floor of The Knickerbocker Hotel, a Beaux-Arts masterpiece by John Jacob Astor IV, this contemporary steakhouse celebrates the legacy and elegance of The Knickerbocker, the legendary luxury Midtown hotel. Its sophisticated design, specialty menu offerings, and immersive table-side service echo the opulence of its surroundings. True to the Charlie Palmer Steak philosophy, Charlie Palmer Steak IV transcends the institutional steakhouse tradition in a modern, welcoming, and exquisite setting.

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4. Rossini's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2145)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Murray Hill

Booked 15 times today

Located in the charming neighborhood of Murray Hill, Rossini's has been serving fine Northern Italian Cuisine for 46 years. The genuine friendliness and warm service makes diners feel right at home in this family owned restaurant. We specialize in Northern Italian Cuisine but also features dishes throughout the Italian Peninsula. Our cuisine is based on many long standing family recipes as well as new and innovative Italian presentations.Our menu offers a wide variety of pasta, chicken, veal and fish dishes or our chef will prepare your favorite dish if you don't see it on the menu.The large chairs and roomy interior provides an ambiance that is perfect for the important business lunch or the intimate romantic dinner.

5. SAPPE

4.6

Exceptional(60)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Greenwich Village

Booked 61 times today

SAPPE is a trip to explore something unique, authentic and ethereal. Our guest will be indulged and pampered through all their five perceptions; visual, auditory, olfactory, haptic and gustatory. SAPPE is the extraordinary place where people come to rejoice and revel. The train market and street food style are what SAPPE aim to offer. The vibe of bustling ambience of train station, the food stalls that offer street bites ‘ปิ้งย่าง (Ping-Yang)’ which is variety of grilled goodies on bamboo skewers and BBQ, as well as the bold flavor of E-San style cuisine are what SAPPE is looking to introduce.

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6. Piccola Cucina Estiatorio

4.7

Exceptional(1639)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 60 times today

Piccola Cucina Estiatorio offers typical Sicilian and Greek food.

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7. David Burke Tavern

4.5

Awesome(940)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Upper East Side

Booked 5 times today

David Burke Tavern is a modern American restaurant by award-winning Celebrity Chef David Burke. Situated on the first two stories of a stately townhouse on New York City’s Upper East Side, the restaurant showcases Burke’s creative and contemporary approach to classic fare – often with showstopping presentations. Signature dishes highlight seafood, steakhouse staples and beyond, including Lobster Dumplings with spicy tomato, Crab Cake Pretzel Raft, Tavern Cheeseburger, and Burke’s famous “Clothesline” Maple & Black Pepper Candied Bacon, plus a full SUSHI MENU. David Burke Tavern offers dinner, bar and lounge menus, as well as multiple private dining spaces including the intimate Himalayan Salt Room lined with pink sea salt bricks. Private dining spaces can accommodate anywhere from 10-100 guests, with options to reserve floors and the full restaurant.

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8. Del Frisco's Grille - NYC

4.3

Awesome(4792)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rockefeller Center

Booked 82 times today

Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.

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9. Sandro's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(990)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 3 times today

Sandro's, a cherished family-run establishment, offers an authentic Roman dining experience. Chef Sandro Fioriti crafts timeless Roman dishes, while his wife Anna and son Sandro Jr. oversee the restaurant's day to day operations. Eschewing flashy decor and modern tunes, Sandro's ambiance transports guests to Italy, with its traditional cuisine and exclusively Italian wine selection, constantly evolving to delight wine enthusiasts.WHEN BOOKING PLEASE NOTE THE SEATING OPTION YOU ARE BOOKING FOR. BAR is for seats at the BAR, and DINING ROOM is for tables in the restaurant. We will do our best to accommodate any seating requests but cannot guarantee accommodation. As a busy establishment with limited space, we kindly ask that large strollers may be turned away to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all our guests.If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

10. Sushi Ryusei

4.8

Exceptional(418)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Murray Hill

Booked 3 times today

We are open to indoor seating, and take-out & delivery. Most of sushi counter seatings are for Omakase. We offer also regular menu a la carte, set menu, hot food, maki rolls as standard reservation. Click reservation the time ---> choose standard(tables) or counter. Another phone number (212)983-0525Sushi Ryusei is a new traditional Sushi restaurant located in Murray Hill. It features an Omakase Chef's Sushi Counter as well as traditional choices by former head chef Masato Oyama at Sushi of Gari Columbus and Sushi of Gari Tribeca. Our other skilled chef is also from sushi of Gari.

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Jane
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Really tasty food, well presented by attentive waiting staff. Great setting in a handy location for Grand Central. Would go again
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Pera Mediterranean BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Midtown East
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4.4
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Catherine
Montreal / Quebec •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good food, not too noisy. Nice to go with kids. Well located.
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The AldermanPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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4.2
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Jonathan
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We appreciated the staff and the chef. We had early Christmas Eve dinner and they were very accommodating for offering outside their set menu. Food was great and the peppercorn cause was bomb.
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Charlie Palmer Steak IVPrice: Expensive• American• Theater District
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4.2
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Meg
Coastal Georgia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious (our party had a Caesar, & mozzarella app to start, veal, chicken and two pasta dishes, then tiramisu). The service was impeccable. We love the old school vibe of the place with black tie waiters, white tablecloths, coat check girl, and pics of celebs lining the halls. Lovely Christmas decorations made for a warm and festive time. I was just sorry we weren’t there on a night with the piano player because I know from past visits that really brings the dining room alive and makes everything lively and festive. This place is reliably good and a standby for us in the city.
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Rossini's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Murray Hill
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4.8
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Anastasia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
such a lovely dining experience! a cool ambiance and very sweet & attentive team. we had luke chin tod, mama e-la, and khao pad rod fai gai — all 3 were cooked to perfection but the mama e-la was my favorite. cocktail menu has a creative selection and tasted nice. we will for sure be visiting again!
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SAPPEPrice: Expensive• Thai• Greenwich Village
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4.6

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. The Alderman

2. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie

3. Charlie Palmer Steak IV

4. Rossini's Restaurant

5. SAPPE

6. Piccola Cucina Estiatorio

7. David Burke Tavern

8. Del Frisco's Grille - NYC

9. Sandro's Restaurant

10. Sushi Ryusei

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