Best Romantic Restaurants in Sunnyside

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of White Castle - Sunnyside restaurant

1. White Castle - Sunnyside

5.0

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Sunnyside

Fine dining is back at White Castle this Valentine’s Day and craviiiier than ever! From steamy Sliders to decadent desserts you’re guaranteed to impress that special someone (or crew) you love so much! So step up your game and dine with us a la carte or dig into The Love Clutch Collection full of delicious delights. Give the special Cravers in your life the royal treatment at White Castle on February 14th. Because everyone wants to hear those three little words: We’re. Getting. Sliders. P.S. Here are a few lines to help set the mood—FREE OF CHARGE: I only have fries for you Mozzstix & chill? You’re my crave-orite I’d put a Chicken Ring on it

2. Twin Tails

4.7

Exceptional(267)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Upper West Side

Booked 122 times today

Quality Branded's new Thai and Vietnamese restaurant, now open nightly in Columbus Circle.

3. Altair

4.6

Exceptional(336)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Garment District

Booked 31 times today

Offering Modern-American fare inspired by celestial wonder, Altair offers exceptional & elevated cuisine. A showcase of thoughtful ingredients that inspire the palate and spirit alike. Peak produce & carefully selected protein sources. Vegan & vegetarian-friendly dining within sleek and stunning architecture & design. Our dining room includes our enclosed greenhouse and dining room. Our bar room offers lounge seating typical of cocktail bars & lounges. Traditional dining tables are NOT available in the bar room.

4. Ophelia

4.2

Awesome(1548)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 35 times today

Cocktail Lounge atop the historic Beekman Tower offering 360 views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.Ophelia offers a crafted a two-part cocktail menu featuring reinventions of classic and signature cocktails inspired by the natural elements and the glory of the lounge during its heyday in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Ambrosio sources ingredients from local and international artisans, farmers, and fishmongers to create an elevated and refined culinary voyage. Small dishes include Maine Lobster Spring Rolls, Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with dried cherries, Classic Caviar Service, Prime Beef Tenderloin, and Truffle Fries.

A photo of The Carnegie Club Cocktail and Cigar Lounge restaurant

5. The Carnegie Club Cocktail and Cigar Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Midtown West

Booked 15 times today

Enjoy a fine cigar, single malt scotch, and live music at one of the most exclusive lounges in New York City. Conveniently located steps from Carnegie Hall, Central Park, and Times Square, The Carnegie Club is a magnificent space that’s both grand and intimate. It provides a classic and sophisticated backdrop of hand-carved 18th century bookcases filled with a wide assortment of leather-bound titles, a stone fireplace, 20 foot ceilings, and several cigar humidors--all offset by plush furnishings. The Carnegie Club is also home to New York City’s longest running Sinatra Show featuring Steven Maglio and the Stan Rubin 11-Piece Orchestra which have been dazzling audiences for over two decades. All guests must be 21+ only.

6. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3429)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 73 times today

Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.

7. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2888)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 49 times today

Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***

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8. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.2

Awesome(7095)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 84 times today

Serra by Birreria is a romantic haven, often described as 'perfect for a date night' and 'romantic place.' The ambiance is characterized as 'beautiful,' 'sexy,' and 'sophisticated' with 'low lighting' and a 'beautiful grand center chandelier.' The restaurant's Italian cuisine also adds to its charm.

9. Quality Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(3259)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 140 times today

Quality Bistro is a bustling brasserie in midtown Manhattan from the team behind Quality Meats and Quality Italian. Quality Bistro offers contemporary takes on bistro classics in a whimsical space serving the best French Onion Soup and Steak Frites in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Bistro is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.

10. Babbo Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(4903)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 42 times today

Located on Waverly Place in Greenwich Village, Babbo opened to great acclaim in 1998 and is as bustling and popular as ever. It offers three-star dining that redefines and reinvents the principles of Italian cuisine for 21st century America. An epic, landmark wine list, an exciting, quintessentially New York dining room and expert, attentive and cordial service make a table at Babbo one of New York’s prized possessions.

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Andy
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great time and food was terrific. I already made another reservation, Restaurant is beautiful. and such a great menu.
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Twin TailsPrice: Expensive• Thai• Upper West Side
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4.7
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Eric
Nashville •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We love the Carnegie Club, we've been several times and it is always a great night, great crowd and I look forward to it every time.
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The Carnegie Club Cocktail and Cigar LoungePrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Midtown West
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4.7
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NicoleVIP
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Our server, Ximena, was the best! Very attentive, warm, and helpful! The food was delicious and the ambiance felt like an escape from the city
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AltairPrice: Moderate• American• Garment District
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4.6
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SamuelVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Excellent drinks and views. Service was timely and pleasant.
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OpheliaPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.2
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Dominique
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
We attended the pop-up Valentine event at the White Castle – Sunnyside location. It was a pleasant surprise. We had an affordable meal in a nicely decorated Valentine-theme fast-food restaurant with table service. The staff were nice. The food was as you expect it.
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White Castle - SunnysidePrice: Moderate• American• Sunnyside
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