Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Chinatown

85 restaurants available nearby

1. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9227)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 43 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.

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2. Brooklyn Chop House

4.6

Exceptional(2841)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • TriBeCa

Booked 54 times today

Home of the L.S.D. - Only Place On Earth where guests can enjoy Salt & Pepper / Ginger Garlic Lobster —- 3LB 35 Day Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak & 7Lb Authentic Peking Duck ALL ON ONE TABLE Dim Sum & Chops featuring one of kind - Pastrami - Bacon Cheeseburger & French Onion Soup Dumplings.Voted Best New Restaurant 2018 by Thrillist - BEST STEAKHOUSE in NYC by NEWSWEEK 2019! ***INDOOR DINING IS NOT GUARANTEED UPON RESERVATION***

3. Sei Less

4.4

Awesome(1225)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Garment District

Booked 63 times today

Curiously nestled behind an enigmatic mural in Midtown, behind a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it door stands Sei Less, a newly minted Asian fusion restaurant. With close proximity to Madison Square Garden and the Garment District, Sei Less is the new hot spot that all fiveboroughs will be talking about. Designed for evenings of enviable cuisine and distinctive revelry, the spacefeatures seating for 350 guests juxtaposed with a meticulously curatedcollection of modern art and clean lines, alongside traditional, hand carved Asian design elements in an homage to the architectural pagodas ofgenerations’ past. The curated Pan-Asian menu with a one-of-a-kindcocktail experience as well as mocktails, for the sober-curious set, isdesigned to enhance every evening. In addition to the main dining area,the venue will offer 4 private dining areas to accommodate private parties and events.

4. Lafayette

4.5

Awesome(3127)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 15 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

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5. Drift Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(58)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Weehawken

Booked 17 times today

Drift Restaurant in Weehawken, NJ serves as a blend of modern flair and coastal charm. It is elegantly perched on the waterfront, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Drift's interior is sleek yet cozy, adorned with a nautical-themed de for that evokes a serene oceanic atmosphere. The menu is a delightful journey through contemporary American cuisine.

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6. Song E Napule - West Village NYC

4.8

Exceptional(150)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Greenwich Village

Booked 20 times today

Song'E Napule has just opened this NEW location at 132 W Houston St, close to our first and classic spot at 146 W Houston St.

7. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(74)

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.

8. Meadowsweet

4.7

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Expensive

• American • Williamsburg

Booked 7 times today

Polo and Stephanie opened Meadowsweet together in 2014 and they see it as an extension of their home. They both enjoy good food, friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere to dine in and that is exactly what they want their guests to experience when visiting Meadowsweet. When they are not at Meadowsweet you will find them upstate at Meadowsweet Farm with their daughter and son where they grow some amazing vegetables with Polo’s Dad to serve at Meadowsweet. They look forward to seeing you at Meadowsweet soon!

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9. Aurora - Williamsburg

4.8

Exceptional(1698)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Williamsburg

Booked 17 times today

Established over a decade ago, Aurora restaurant is a landmark of the Italian cuisine in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg. Aurora creates a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, with a great respect for seasonality, by combining top quality Italian imports, sustainably grown local produce and house-made specialties. The wine program offers a list of over 150 labels, along with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a full liquor bar. The rustic and charming dining room with exposed brick walls and high ceilings, opens to an intimate, leafy garden, enclosed during the colder months, and perfect for a relaxing dinner "al fresco" during the warm season. Aurora is a great spot for a romantic date, a casual getting together with friends, or private events.

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10. Gnoccheria East Village

4.7

Exceptional(620)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Village

Booked 35 times today

Gnoccheria East Village is the first restaurant in NYC dedicated to the art of making homemade gnocchi. Located in the East Village Gnoccheria dazzles its customers with amazing combinations of gnocchi dishes along with wonderful appetizer and antipasti menus. Whether you are in the mood for spinach gnocchi with seafood or potato gnocchi with sausage and cheese Gnoccheria will have what you are looking for every time! Come in and join our family for a fantastic home cooked meal!

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BeverlyVIP
New York City •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I've been to Brooklyn Chop House numerous times. It never disappoints. The food is always amazing, the service is always friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and comfortable.I highly recommend it.
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Brooklyn Chop HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• TriBeCa
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4.6
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ChrisVIP
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 13, 2025
Excellent food and drink, all meals and drinks were prepared perfectly. A little too ambitious on the table cleaning. I don’t like pulling plates while others are still eating. There was no rush, not a packed house on a Monday night, just let us sit, talk and finish our meals before you reach over to clear the table.
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Hudson & CoPrice: Expensive• American• Jersey City
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4.6
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Alice
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Avery was AMAZING!! We had a great time at brunch!! Food was incredible and so were the drinks!
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PocoPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• East Village
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4.8

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85 restaurants available nearby

1. The River Cafe

2. Brooklyn Chop House

3. Sei Less

4. Lafayette

5. Drift Restaurant & Bar

6. Song E Napule - West Village NYC

7. ASKA

8. Meadowsweet

9. Aurora - Williamsburg

10. Gnoccheria East Village

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