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A photo of Boucherie - West Village restaurant
1. Boucherie - West Village
4.6
Exceptional(3120)
Price: Expensive
• French • West Village
Booked 97 times today
BOUCHERIE is a traditional French brasserie and steakhouse, celebrating Joie de Vivre in the heart of West Village. The restaurant prepares a menu of French classics and timeless bistro favorites, in addition to the dry-aged steaks. An absinthe-inspired bar offers classic drinks, signature cocktails and craft beers. Located in the building that used to house the prominent Circle Repertory Theater, the 320-seat restaurant provides a diverse array of dining options from the spacious dining room, a seat at the butcher counter, the intimate second-floor gallery with private dining and outdoor cafe.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ
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2. Cecconi's Dumbo
4.6
Exceptional(5331)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO
Booked 121 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. The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse New York
4.8
Exceptional(913)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Meatpacking District
Booked 55 times today
A grand yet intimately scaled space, The Dining Room at The Guesthouse offers a live-fire dining experience in a setting defined by floor-to-ceiling travertine, a monolithic hearth, and embedded Molteni rotisseries. The menu features fresh ingredients from select sources, simply and elegantly prepared, along with a selection of Champagnes and wines from around the world.For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com
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4. Strip House
4.8
Exceptional(3433)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Greenwich Village
Booked 65 times today
A sultry steakhouse in New York City where old-world glamour meets modern style and sophistication. Experience the combination of charred cuts perfectly paired with decadent sides, such as Truffle Creamed Spinach and Goose Fat Potatoes. Pair your meal with our extensive wine list in our dining rooms that are adorned with siren red interior and black and white vintage photography. And be sure to save room for the famed 24-Layer Chocolate Cake.
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5. Temple Court
4.7
Exceptional(1390)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 8 times today
Temple Court does not participate in Restaurant Week on Saturday evenings. Steps away from The Beekman's centerpiece atrium and the bustle of The Bar Room, is Tom Colicchio's Temple Court. Surrounded by a series of stained-glass windows, and full of historic charm, Temple Court's Dining Room is a destination for the fine dining devout. Now under the stewardship of Executive Chef, Travis Sowards, Temple Court is a tour de force of Tom Colicchio's most classic flavor profiles, reimagined and assembled on a showcase menu in Downtown NYC. *The Bar Room is not reservable through Open Table*
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6. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.
4.8
Exceptional(2512)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SoHo
Booked 44 times today
Piccola Cucina Osteria it's our gem in the heart of SoHo. The Chef and owner Philip Guardione opened in January 2013 to bring in the city the real taste of Sicily. Friendly service with a buzzy atmosphere, all in a typical Italian restaurant setting. It is matched by home cooking like you would expect to eat in Italy, which is one of the keys to the success of the restaurant. Fully renovated in 2021 the location looks warm and cozy. Our other two Piccola Cucina locations in Manhattan are:Piccola Cucina Estiatorio ( 75 Thompson street )Piccola Cucina Uptown ( 106 E 60th Street )Piccola Cucina Osteria accepts online requests for parties smaller than 6 guests only.If you are looking for a bigger party or special event, please contact us info@piccolacucinagroup.comThank you
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7. The Smith - East Village
4.7
Exceptional(4574)
Price: Moderate
• American • East Village
Booked 54 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.
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8. MR CHOW - TriBeca
4.2
Awesome(2434)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • TriBeCa
Booked 14 times today
Opened in 2006 by world famous restaurateur Michael Chow, most recently awarded the 5 Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its excellence, service, and cuisine this is the second post to the original in NYC on 57th Street. Mr Chow's latest & hippest location is surrounded by a Patio & the attractive bar opens at 5:00PM daily.NY Magazine wrote in 2006 "To eat at a Mr Chow restaurant is to participate in a roving party, one that has migrated through four decades, three continents, & an awful lot of soup dumplings." TriBeCa's Executive Chef Kwok Hor, is a highly respected professional in the Chinese Cuisine Industry & has given many lectures at The Hong Kong Culinary Association. MR CHOW's menu is a combination of old authentic Beijing, Original Recipes, Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles & Ma Mignon all were created by our passionate & skillful chefs. Also, on the Menu is one of the best prepared Beijing Duck in the world.
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9. Petite Boucherie
4.5
Awesome(1371)
Price: Expensive
• French • West Village
Booked 27 times today
Located at the historic intersection of Christopher and Gay Streets, PETITE BOUCHERIE brings a touch of France to the cultured and eclectic neighborhood of West Village. An intimate window-laden, corner restaurant serves French classics pared with curated wine offerings, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Petite Boucherie is inspired by the elegance of Parisian Belle Époque, and with a hand-crafted menu of timeless​ dishes, the intimate bistro serves as a community hub for engaging conversation.​We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ
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10. Novitá - New York City, Manhattan
4.7
Exceptional(3156)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Gramercy Park
Booked 33 times today
Novita is a vibrant 60-seat trattoria serving a seasonally inspired, modern Italian menu. Chef owner Marco Fregonese’s innovative take on classical, regional cooking begins with the finest, artisan ingredients and freshest, seasonal products. His distinctive light and flavorful dishes are pure and satisfying and perfectly complemented by a select list of wines from superb Italian specialty and boutique growers. Novita is located a few steps down from a quiet tree lined street in the Gramercy Park neighborhood. The setting is warm and elegant and the mood quintessentially Italian. In pleasant weather, sidewalk, alfresco dining is offered further adding to Novita’s year round appeal.

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  • Ayssa
    New York City •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great place, the service was very slow and they didn’t sing me happy birthday they just dropped the cake in my face and walked away, every other restaurant sings happy birthday except for them🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️ nonesece, anyway the food made up for it. My family loved it when we weren’t waiting!
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    The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse New YorkPrice: Very Expensive• American• Meatpacking District
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    4.8
  • Nicolas
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything was absolutely amazing. Our waiter was so accommodating and understanding. The food was incredible. The fish was fresh and beautifully plated. The overall ambiance of the restaurant makes you feel as though you are dining in a movie. I recommend booking a dinner reservation. The ambient lighting, jazz music, and magical views of the cityscape create an enchanting, and intimate feel hard to replicate!
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    Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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    4.6
  • Steven
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great atmosphere, food, and overall experience. Truly an amazing dining experience
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    Temple CourtPrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District
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    4.7
  • BobVIP
    New York City •72 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    An amazing dining experience at the Strip House on Valentine's night! Even with the VDay busy night, we really enjoyed our evening. Courtney Eckert the GM and her team made the night special. Always excellent food, sips and ambience! Much appreciate the service by Laura our server too. The Strip House is our fave Steakhouse in NYC! We will be back again soon!.
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    Strip HousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Greenwich Village
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    4.8
  • Navjeet
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Came here for the first time with my girlfriend on Valentine’s Day. We were welcomed and seated quickly. Our waitress was very attentive even though it was a busy evening. The food came out fast and was absolutely delicious (we ordered the salmon, steak frites, mac and cheese and mash potatoes). Only small complaint was that the mash potatoes was cold but the waitress addressed this issue easily and got us another one. The drinks were delicious and the atmosphere was very romantic. Our waitress even helped us take some pictures together. Overall wonderful experience and we will be going back for sure. 10/10 would recommend.
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    Boucherie - West VillagePrice: Expensive• French• West Village
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    4.6

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