Best Restaurants for People Watching in Lower East Side

Bad Roman is a true gem! From the moment I walked in, the ambiance set the stage for an incredible dining experience – chic, inviting, and effortlessly cool. But the real magic was in the food. Every dish was a flavor bomb, exploding with creativity and perfectly balanced flavors in every bite. The attention to detail and bold choices in the menu make this restaurant stand out.

Such an elegant place. Went for drinks & apps with my girlfriends during the holidays. Rose champs & Sancerre were delicious. The prosciutto & delice board is incredible. Just perfect app for drinks. This was my 2nd time at the Guesthouse location and loved it! Will be back!

This is one of our favorite places to dine. We were about 45mins late due to NYC holiday traffic and the hostess was still able to sit once we arrived. Once we sat down the great service continued. Mike A was our server. He was very professional, attentive and welcoming! His service was so good that my wife spoke to let general manager before we left. I will definitely ask for him next time we come back. Happy Holidays!

TAO is a great experience very luxury feel if you are looking to impress a date and very nice ambience if you’re just going out with the girls! All though it may not look like it portions are shareable between 2 people. The food is so good and authentic and the staff is lovely.

Outstanding and fabulous.. we had a marvelous time. From the vibe, service and food.