Best Casual Restaurants in Glendale

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1. Scarr's Pizza

4.5

Awesome(28)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Chinatown

Booked 19 times today

First opened in 2016 and located on Orchard Street, where the LES, Chinatown and Dimes Square converge, Scarr's Pizza has been called, "The best slice in New York." With a focus on all-natural and organic ingredients, owner and 2024 James Beard Nominee (Best Chef NY State) Scarr Pimentel has crafted not only the best tasting slice in the city, but the healthiest too. Skip the line, book a table and come in for a pie. There is a full bar and the dine-in menu features the crowd favorite Hotboi and Clark Kent as well as exclusive items like the Calzones.

2. As You Are

4.6

Exceptional(258)

Price: Expensive

• American • Boerum Hill

Booked 5 times today

As You Are is a restaurant, bakery and bar located in Boerum Hill right at the cusp of Downtown Brooklyn. Acclaimed chef Camille Becerra dishes up bright, creative and soulful modern American fare. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. As You Are can accommodate a buyout, large party bookings, and private dining! Even if you want a large table, please reach out to us at enquire@syouarebk.com.

3. Bar Contra

4.5

Awesome(256)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lower East Side

Booked 36 times today

A New York cocktail bar founded by Dave Arnold, Fabian von Hauske & Jeremiah Stone. We specialize in delicious drinks and tasty food. Your reservation will grant you 90 minutes in one of our tables.

4. Sauce

4.6

Exceptional(1081)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lower East Side

The neighborhood knows us for our heritage chicken parm, grass-fed beef meatballs, homemade pasta, and extra thin crust pizza, but what people really come back for is the thing that anchors it all: the sauce. Staying true to Italian tradition, the team starts their day with pots of simmering sauce, just like Nonna does when prepping for Sunday dinner. The recipes are tried-and-true and made with the best ingredients with love from Italian expert chef consultant Maura Ardu. The space is cozy, the music is always just a little bit too loud, and the dishes are classic and consistent.

5. Lil' Frankie's

4.7

Exceptional(806)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Village

Booked 26 times today

Italy's neighorhood pizzeria's are known as really casual places to hang out, meet friends, eat, drink and talk. Lil' Frankie's is just that. We offer real Neapolitan pizza, made exactly as it's made in Naples, fresh handmade pastas cooked to order, a wine and grappa list that rivals any in the city, and friendly (never pushy) service - all in a setting designed to make you feel at home. Our brick, wood burning, oven was handcrafted by a 3rd generation Neapolitan oven builder, brick by brick. It features real lava from Vesuvio and through a unique double dome design, recycles heat to reach near 900 degrees.

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6. Pig and Khao - LES

4.7

Exceptional(1420)

Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • Lower East Side

Booked 36 times today

Top Chef contestant Leah Cohen's Pig and Khao (68 Clinton Street) on the Lower East Side. The Southeast Asian inspired cuisine offers a variety of Thai and Filipino influences on the menu including Crispy Pata and pickled mango salad (pork shank cooked in soy sauce and five spice garnished with coriander, crispy garlic served with a secret family recipe sweet and sour liver dipping sauce), Grilled Pork Jowl and Brussels Sprouts Salad (chili lime fish sauce, shallot, herbs and toasted rice) and Crispy Pork Belly Adobo (Szechuan peppercorn, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, bay leaves, crispy garlic, scallion and soft boiled egg). Drinks range from cheap canned beer, wine, cocktails, and a self-serve bottomless tap in the backyard

7. Ivan Ramen

4.8

Exceptional(3181)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Lower East Side

Booked 20 times today

Ivan Ramen "More then Just Ramen!"Ivan Ramen imagines the Classic NY diner as seen through the Japanese lens. The food is incredible, the service outstanding, the menu is uniquely Ivan Orkin. Ivan Ramen celebrates Ivan’s creativity through the lens of his life journey. His effortless blending of: his New York roots, his classic French training, and his deep understanding of Japan, color the menu and the restaurant. Ramen here is clearly a must, but you should not miss out on the amazing array of other dishes, which are perfect for sharing while you enjoy a well selected sake. Casual, comfortable and quirky with splashes of art inspired by pop culture and movies, Ivan Ramen is simply a fun restaurant.

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8. The Butcher's Daughter - Williamsburg

4.4

Awesome(17)

Price: Moderate

• American • Williamsburg

Booked 12 times today

At The Butcher's Daughter Williamsburg, we believe vegetables are extraordinary—and they deserve the spotlight in your everyday lifestyle. Situated in the heart of Williamsburg, our location offers a unique blend of modern design and cozy charm, creating the perfect setting for a relaxed yet vibrant dining experience. Led by our Executive Chef Rae Kramer, we serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a rotating menu of nourishing dishes crafted from in-season ingredients, freshly baked breads and pastries, and organic cold-pressed juices. With many vegan and gluten-free options available, there’s something for everyone. Pair these with our locally roasted coffee, artisanal craft cocktails, and a curated selection of wine. As a proud multi-time winner of OpenTable’s Diner’s Choice award, we invite you to experience a celebration of flavor, wellness, and creativity at every meal, whether you dine with us or enjoy take-out and delivery.

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9. Gnoccheria East Village

4.6

Exceptional(589)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Village

Booked 36 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!

10. La Caverna

4.5

Awesome(102)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lower East Side

Booked 22 times today

Nothing else in New York quite matches the atmosphere of La Caverna. Cavern isn’t just part of the name – it is the décor as well! You’ll get the instant impression that you are deep in a cave far below the earth’s crust, but with none of the dankness you might find in a real cave. The menu is relatively short but sufficient for a bar atmosphere. If you’re putting together a party and looking for somewhere unique, La Caverna should be at the top of your list. With wings, croquettes, salads, lamb sliders, calamari, mac n’ cheese, grilled chicken, grilled cheese and a burger, there are plenty of munchie items to keep the party going. The cocktail list has something for everyone to make the night fun at La Caverna.

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H Jamesvip
New York City •52 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is the best cocktail program in Manhattan, full stop. The food is also excellent, but it’s hard not to wish there was at least one genuinely filling option. A focaccia pizza or a bowl of gnocchi would be very welcome.
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Bar ContraPrice: Moderate• American• Lower East Side
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4.5
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LennyG
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Love it there! TG dinner with sis was good, decent value; our 2nd TG dinner there (came last year) Our server michael was outstanding. I hope some TG decor or theme is implemented nxt time maybe.
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As You ArePrice: Expensive• American• Boerum Hill
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4.6
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Jeannettevip
New York City •82 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 25, 2024
Great serve and very good pizza. Especially if you like spicy
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Scarr's PizzaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Chinatown
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4.5
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Heathervip
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 25, 2024
One of our favorite places to go in NYC. The spaghetti limone is amazing!! 🍋🍋
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Lil' Frankie'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Village
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4.7
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Tania
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
This restaurant delivers an extraordinary dining experience, with food that is truly exceptional. The highlight of the meal was the polenta, a dish crafted to absolute perfection. Served tableside, the presentation added an elegant and personal touch that elevated the entire experience. The texture was creamy, the flavor rich and perfectly balanced, making it a standout among an already impressive menu. The service matched the quality of the food, with attentive and knowledgeable staff watched very closed by the excepcional manager Austin, enhancing the overall ambiance. From start to finish, the attention to detail and passion for culinary excellence were evident. Highly recommend this spot for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience—don’t miss the polenta!
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SaucePrice: Moderate• Italian• Lower East Side
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4.6

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472 restaurants available nearby

1. Scarr's Pizza

2. As You Are

3. Bar Contra

4. Sauce

5. Lil' Frankie's

6. Pig and Khao - LES

7. Ivan Ramen

8. The Butcher's Daughter - Williamsburg

9. Gnoccheria East Village

10. La Caverna

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