Best Restaurants for People Watching in Garfield

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodGreekCuban

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HudsonManhattan

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Columbus CircleHell's KitchenJersey CityMidtown WestNorth BergenUpper West Side

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Sempre Oggi

4.7

Exceptional(453)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 54 times today

At Sempre Oggi, we believe there is no greater joy in life than taking time to enjoy food and wine with the ones we love. Our focus is on market-driven, authentic Italian cuisine, reinterpreted for New York City diners. From Sempre A Casa, our at-home experience, to our daily Aperitivi Hour, our menus make the most of what's in season and whatever is most delicious that day.

2. Pappardella

4.7

Exceptional(2878)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to PappardellaPappardella restaurant brings to you the flavors and food of Tuscany. Established in 1983, Pappardella offers a romantic setting of timeless charm with 20 foot ceilings, French doors; a stunning mural of Florence.Menu and service reflect the warmth and attention of the old world, as well as the diversity and techniques of today. we feature homemade pasta, artisanal pizza; other great Italian staples, like chicken parmagian, grilled branzino; scrumptious tiramisu.A beautiful outdoor terrace makes for great people watching in the warm months. Pappardella is conveniently located near the beacon theater, the museum of natural history &Central Park offering lunch; dinner pre fix, brunch.

A photo of Waterside Restaurant and Catering restaurant

3. Waterside Restaurant and Catering

4.2

Awesome(1263)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • North Bergen

Booked 4 times today

Waterside Restaurant is the premier waterfront destination for indoor and outdoor dining - featuring curated seafood, steak, and pastas paired with handcrafted cocktails, signature appetizers, and decadent desserts.One of Hudson County's best restaurants with a view, Waterside Restaurant provides semi-private dining experiences, outdoor patios, retractable roof, and outdoor bars on the water. Located on the Hudson Riverfront, you won't need a rooftop - the North Bergen outdoor terrace and patio spaces have unobstructed, waterfront views of the NYC skyline. Experience fresh, flavorful seafood, delicious steaks, and refreshing cocktails that honor culinary techniques with global, contemporary influences.On Fri and Sat nights, stay for live music from top North Jersey DJs from Bergen County, Essex County and New York City. This is your go-to spot for date night, birthday dinners, and romantic nights out along the NJ riverfront.For Private Events, call or email.

4. Il Violino

4.6

Exceptional(1989)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 9 times today

Il Violino was established in 1993 by the Mariani family. They are from Villa Santa Maria, a little town in the heart of Italy (Abruzzo) known as La patria dei cuochi (chefs from this town have been executives at the Vatican, the White House, embassies and top restaurants and cruise lines around the world). Il Violino has been one of the original Lincoln Center Italian restaurants and, in these days, one of the few still in operation. The chef Vincenzo Mariani, formerly the executive chef at Monsignore (one of the top restaurant in New York City in the 70’s and 80’s), leaded the kitchen with his international experience and created an original and innovative Italian menu. In 2009 the owner, decided to write a new page. The restaurant has been transformed into a Trattoria: a warmer and cozier ambiance, one of those that you can easily find in any small town in Italy.

5. Allure

3.9

Excellent(102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Upper West Side

Booked 1 time today

City Nights Hospitality Presents an Alluring Restaurant and Nightlife Experience at the Hotel BelleClaire It is our pleasure to introduce you to an alluring dining and cocktail lounge experience, where the timeless sophistication of the historic Hotel Belleclaire and the renowned City Nights Hospitality experience ignite. Elevate your mood and vibration with the ethereal skylight as it illuminates the beauty and exquisite detail of the innovative cocktails and exceptional cuisine. Indulge in an inviting escape, from early to late, surrounded by the elegant upper west siders, captivating influencers, and worldly travelers.

A photo of The Madison Bar and Grill restaurant

6. The Madison Bar and Grill

4.3

Awesome(490)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Jersey City

Booked 6 times today

The Madison Bar and Grill is filled with an ambiance and class that is usually reserved for Manhattan eateries. The dining room is cleverly decorated in a 1940s style reminiscent of a chic roadside inn. The décor works an evocative, magical mood, with bare wood floors, wainscoted walls, soft lighting and subtle touches from a bygone era. Patrons can also enjoy The Madison’s eclectic American Cuisine at the bar or outdoors in an al fresco cafe that wraps around the street corner. Be sure not to miss The Madison’s Weekly Events, including the Sunday Jazz Brunch, First Seating, Tuesday Night Martini Madness, Thursday Taco Night and Endless Happy Hour. The restaurant also offers Private Parties and Off-Premises Catering. The Madison Bar and Grill is a great place for families, professionals, romantic dinners or anyone who likes to unwind and enjoy great food, drinks and service in a sophisticated, comfortable eatery.

A photo of Lokal Mediterranean Kitchen restaurant

7. Lokal Mediterranean Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(835)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Upper West Side

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to The Lokal 83Located on the Upper West Side, the restaurant features a Mediterranean - American menu which includes Large variety of tappas, seafood, salads, burger ,meat and chicken entrees, vegan, gluten-free , childrens meals,and good selection of wines ,beers and cocktails.

8. Salumeria Rosi

4.6

Exceptional(1313)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 6 times today

Salumeria Rosi is an authentically Northern, dining restaurant and Italian delicatessen. Originating in Parma, Italy, and then debuting in NYC, Salumeria Rosi is acclaimed as a true taste of Italy with fresh imported meats, cheeses and wine, plus homemade fresh pasta and dishes made with the highest quality ingredients from age old recipes. Our dining experience offers our guests an opportunity to try a plethora of Italian dishes in a tasting menu. Made for sharing with a date or a group of friends, Salumeria Rosi offers an absolutely unique dining experience in NYC.Follow us on Instagram: salumeriarosinyc

9. Center Bar

4.7

Exceptional(142)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Columbus Circle

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Center Bar, an elegant piano bar, and cocktail lounge, offering a sophisticated selection of savory and sweet small plates. Center Bar’s menu is prepared to order in a display kitchen under the direction of Chef Michael Lomonaco, whose neighboring Porter House Bar & Grill has established itself as one of the city’s leading modern steakhouses. Chef Lomonaco’s celebrated cuisine is com¬plemented by a list of extraordinary fine wines and Champagnes from around the world, and a definitive selection of craft cocktails.

10. Guantanamera

4.6

Exceptional(2120)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Midtown West

Booked 13 times today

Guantanamera is an instant escape from Midtown Manhattan to chic Old Havana.Guantanamera is a friendly, fun, vibrant Cuban restaurant featuring traditional Cuban fare, magnificent mojitos, complimentary hand-rolled cigars, & Live Cuban music. As indelibly Cuban as the classic love song that bestowed its name, Guantanamera, captures the essence of Old Havana with its exotic décor featuring exposed brick, candle-lit tables, rattan-covered ceiling fans, and hand-painted folkloric murals.

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JoerelVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service is VERY attentive and for me it raises a restaurant’s value more than anything. Makes one feel at home. This can be a neighborhood staple where the food or ambience may not be spectacular but the service is top notch.
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Sempre OggiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.7
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SangVIP
New York City •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Another wonderful evening. Excellent staff and delicious specials. We had some of the specials of the evening octopus salad and giant veal parmigiana. We also had spinach tagliatelle scampi which was also fantastic!
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PappardellaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.7
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RajuVIP
New York City •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
A neighborhood gem not too far from Lincoln Center. Well worth it.
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Il ViolinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.6
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Angelina
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Great food, wonderful wait staff and beautiful ambiance.
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Waterside Restaurant and CateringPrice: Expensive• American• North Bergen
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4.2
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jose
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
lovely spot, excellent service, good bites, and the abient is prefect!
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AllurePrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Upper West Side
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3.9

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