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1. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(295)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 79 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.5

Awesome(5194)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 212 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.

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3. Nami Nori West Village

4.8

Exceptional(44)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Greenwich Village

Booked 70 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.

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4. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Awesome(6927)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 177 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: From September 4th to September 26th, our roof will be undergoing repairs. Regular service will not be disrupted but please be advised that our usual ceiling decorations will not be on display while these repairs are taking place. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.

5. Chambers

4.9

Exceptional(544)

Price: Moderate

• American • TriBeCa

Booked 37 times today

Whether you're visiting from down the block here in Tribeca or from halfway around the world, Chambers aspires to be on top of your list of favorite neighborhood restaurants. We keep it down-to-earth. We're bound to start you off with something great to drink, alcoholic or not, and maybe some snacks while you look over the menu. We went to market this morning and we're going to make some delicious home cooked food and listen to some groovy music. And we've put together an excellent collection of soulful wines, spirits, and fermented beverages that we're excited to share with you. At the end of the day, we're having a few people over for dinner. We look forward to welcoming you in.

6. Hawksmoor NYC

4.6

Exceptional(2558)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 152 times today

Located in the heart of Gramercy in the restored Assembly Hall of the landmarked United Charities Building, Hawksmoor is a steak restaurant that celebrates all-natural, pasture-reared, and traditionally dry-aged beef. Our beef is seasoned simply with sea salt and cooked over live-fire charcoal. Our seafood is locally and sustainably sourced from northeastern waters and we use small-farm produce whenever possible. On Sunday afternoons Hawksmoor keeps with the tried-and-true British tradition and features a Sunday Roast. Completing our offerings are award-winning cocktails, including New York City's coldest martini, and a carefully curated wine selection. The restaurant houses 150 in the dining room and 35 in the bar area. There are also two private dining rooms that can hold 12 people and serve exclusive, family-style menus.

7. Gran Morsi

4.7

Exceptional(797)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • TriBeCa

Booked 21 times today

Gran Morsi, named after the Italian word for “bites,” epitomizes elegant simplicity. This airy and convivial Tribeca restaurant specializes in boldly-flavored Italian fare with a strong focus on small and shared plates, many of which are cooked in the brick oven. Gran Morsi provides both downtown Manhattan residents and visitors with a dining experience fit for whatever they’re in the mood for, whether it’s a special occasion celebration, an intimate evening or a casual night out with friends. Try our Meatballs that Beat Bobby Flay!

8. The Odeon

4.8

Exceptional(3614)

Price: Expensive

• French • TriBeCa

Booked 176 times today

The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. The Outdoor Cafe is complete with rain-proof awnings, umbrellas, and heaters. 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. Zaytinya - New York

4.5

Awesome(566)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • NoMad

Booked 105 times today

Zaytinya at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José Andrés' deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines. Zaytinya is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

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10. Locanda Verde Tribeca

4.5

Awesome(2514)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • TriBeCa

Booked 63 times today

Locanda Verde is a casual, bustling neighborhood Italian taverna located in Robert De Niro's TriBeCa hotel, The Greenwich. The airy, light-flooded space is open morning, noon and night serving award-winning Chef Andrew Carmellini's inspired urban Italian cooking with home-style desserts and an all-day bakery counter by Pastry Chef Deborah Racicot.

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Isabellah
Mississippi •1 review
5.0
Dined today
such a good restaurant, a cool spot for pictures while eating. Our waiter was incredible and so was the food!
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Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC FlatironPrice: Expensive• Italian• Gramercy Park
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4.3
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Nathanael
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Far and away the Best restaurant in Manhattan. Always a pleasure.
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ChambersPrice: Moderate• American• TriBeCa
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4.9
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David
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I wanted try the burger for a while. I was told they did not have it cause the oven was down. So they could not bake the bread. A few minutes after I was told that a man sitting 2 tables down was served the burger. Not sure why that happened. I later seen the post okay. instagram. I been wanting to go to hawksmoor for some time Now to try the burger. But they did not make it for me. Overall eveything else was amazing.
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Hawksmoor NYCPrice: Very Expensive• American• Gramercy Park
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4.6
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Damonvip
New York City •73 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was our first time and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting at the counter. Great service and amazing flavors. Highly recommend!! Kudos to Chef Jihan Lee!!
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Nami Nori West VillagePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Greenwich Village
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4.8
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TravelingGuyvip
Orange County •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious food and great service! This location has a better vibe and much better service than the Murray Hill location.
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Little Ruby's Cafe - West VillagePrice: Moderate• Australian• West Village
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4.7

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476 restaurants available nearby

1. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

3. Nami Nori West Village

4. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

5. Chambers

6. Hawksmoor NYC

7. Gran Morsi

8. The Odeon

9. Zaytinya - New York

10. Locanda Verde Tribeca

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