Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Gowanus

448 restaurants available nearby

1. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3360)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 40 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.

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5249)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 140 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.

3. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2834)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 47 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.***

4. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9201)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 32 times today

The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

5. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3189)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 90 times today

BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.

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6. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Awesome(6988)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 128 times today

Meaning “greenhouse” in Italian, SERRA encompasses a lively and welcoming ambiance reminiscent of the lush Italian countryside, placing an emphasis on evergreen botanicals and pops of color throughout. Escape the busy city streets and celebrate the sunshine and warmer weather with innovative, authentic Italian food and beverage offerings in this 14th floor oasis that is sure to impress!PLEASE NOTE: Our service elevator between the 14th floor and our rooftop restaurant is currently out of order. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.

7. Olio e Più

4.8

Exceptional(4139)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Village

Booked 248 times today

Inspired by the warmth and comfort of the Italian countryside, Olio e Più and Chef Danilo Galati bring tradition and authentic Italian cuisine to the West Village. Enjoy fresh, house-made pastas dressed with the highest quality ingredients and a hand-selected collection of excellent wines and cocktails to pair with your dish. An expertly crafted wood-fire oven crackles and glows, cooking house-made dough into perfect, crisp pizza while creating an inviting atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

8. The Odeon

4.8

Exceptional(3649)

Price: Expensive

• French • TriBeCa

Booked 127 times today

The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.

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9. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5126)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Financial District

Booked 178 times today

Nobu Downtown is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District designed by NYC’s celebrated architect, David Rockwell. On the ground level, guests can enjoy open air-like experience in our Broadway dining room or Bar & Lounge dining framed by 30 foot heroic limestone columns. Our sub terrain dining room provides intimate ambience with sushi bar and private dining options. Indulge in Chef Nobu’s famous signature dishes including Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. RESERVATION GUIDE• “Regular” for one of the two indoor dining rooms• “ Bar” for plush lounge seating• “Counter” for sushi bar experience Please call us if you wish to book a larger party or event as we will not be able to accept requests for putting multiple reservations next to each other.

10. Babbo Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(4838)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 49 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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GraceVIP
San Diego •69 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very much enjoyed our evening. Great views and good food in the heart of Dumbo. Waterfront views if NYC, Brooklyn Bridge and Williamsburg Bridge. The whipped ricotta appetizer was excellent! Pizzas and pastas were all very good as well.
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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KathiVIP
Coastal Georgia •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Exceptional service, delicious food and great ambience. The evening couldn't have been better.
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BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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4.8
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DanielVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall amazing experience for lunch. We kept it simple and we each ordered the signature bento box. Food was outstanding and perfectly portioned. Left full and happy. Always a great time at Nobu!!
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Nobu Downtown | RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Financial District
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4.7
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Oliver
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We came here for our engagement dinner and wow was it special, the restaurant was amazing and seated us right by the window to look out at Manhatten. The food was delicious at every coursing and the ambience was just magical. Thank you for topping off our special day, really appreciate all of your help!
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9
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CathyVIP
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Kind of noisy but like a busy/cool to be there type of vibe. Don’t sleep on the buffalo chicken dumplings-pricey but well worth it. The cavatelli were rich, bursting with flavor from the sausage and mushrooms. Was full but indulged in the sticky toffee pudding-rich and buttery. Expensive and the portions looks small, but the food is rich and quality is outstanding. Great place to go for a special dinner.
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The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
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4.8

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448 restaurants available nearby

1. Palma

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

3. Casa Mono

4. The River Cafe

5. BONDST

6. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

7. Olio e Più

8. The Odeon

9. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

10. Babbo Ristorante

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