Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Kew Gardens

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1. Nick's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(685)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Forest Hills

Booked 18 times today

Nick’s Bistro is a full service bar and restaurant providing unique Greek American cuisine in a contemporary, neighborhood bistro setting. The owner’s, Mario and Alfred, set out with the goal of creating an elegant establishment that will make you feel right at home. Sitting at the corner of 72nd and Metropolitan in Forest Hills, Nick’s Bistro, lights up the night, welcoming in all patrons with the promise of authentic Greek home cooking. The upbeat service, dark wood décor, black granite bar, and glowing bottles, create a warm and friendly environment for all those who dine.

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2. RW Prime at Resorts World New York City

4.6

Exceptional(524)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Jamaica

Booked 25 times today

RW Prime is newly renovated!Celebrate your big wins with new menus that intertwine American and Asian cuisine. From Lobster Spring Rolls to a wide selection of Prime Dry Aged Certified Black Angus Beef, you're sure to find something you will enjoy. Handcrafted cocktails will complement any meal. Indulge in our distinctive dessert options and after dinner drinks to complete a truly unique experience.

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3. Vetro by Russo's on the Bay

4.8

Exceptional(1569)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Howard Beach

Booked 16 times today

From exquisite cuisine, expansive wine cellar, cocktail lounge and exemplary service. Vetro expands Russo's fine culinary tradition into an elegant restaurant completely distinct from your private occasion. Restaurant, Dine in wine cellar, special occasions.

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4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1087)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 31 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

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5. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29844)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 489 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

6. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3189)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 117 times today

BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.

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7. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(814)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 30 times today

Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.

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8. Bill's Bar and Burger

4.3

Awesome(2486)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Rockefeller Center

Booked 348 times today

Bill's Bar and Burger is a vibrant spot with a buzzing atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the great ambiance, lively atmosphere, and friendly service. The place is often described as busy and packed, with customers saying it's a great place for a family or friends dinner. It's also a popular spot for a nice lunch or a quick and easy meal. The food is highly rated, with delicious burgers and a wide range of drink choices.

9. Nobu Fifty Seven

4.7

Exceptional(6152)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 220 times today

As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.

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10. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1422)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 28 times today

Thank you for choosing The Whitby Bar & Restaurant, We look forward to welcoming you.Live Jazz at the Whitby Bar is returning every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy classic Negroni cocktails as you listen to live jazz music from The Sam Taylor Trio.For our Afternoon Tea service, please book via Open Table through the EXPERIENCE option. To confirm your afternoon tea reservation, we require a credit card for our cancellation policy. Should you cancel within 24 hours of the booking, a $50/pp cancellation fee will incur. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, inside The Whitby Hotel located in the heart of upper Midtown, offers modern American food in a uniquely eclectic setting. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

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Malanie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Exceptional!!!! Never disappointed when I visit Vetro. Their service is royal, and the food is scrumptious.
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Vetro by Russo's on the BayPrice: Expensive• Italian• Howard Beach
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4.8
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Melanie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was a fun & greatly priced experience to share with your loved ones. Anthony, our instructor, was friendly and very personable and the food was delicious. A good bang for your buck! Will come again for the food alone.
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Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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4.9
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Erna
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our waiter Salvador was amazing! The food is so delicious! Highly recommend!
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The Smith - MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.7
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NinaVIP
New York City •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Have come here before and will continue to come here. Food was pretty great and service is pretty wonderful.
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RW Prime at Resorts World New York CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Jamaica
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4.6
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LoriVIP
New York City •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
The food here is always great. I had the lamb and sea (lamb chops and shrimp) which was one of the specials. The lamb was cooked just as I asked (medium) and was a nice portion, along with 5 or 6 shrimp, mashed potatoes and broccoli. I also had the mussels for an appetizer, some of the best I have had. Everyone at our table was too full for dessert. In fact, 3 out of the 5 of us took home leftovers. Nick’s Bistro remains one of our favorite restaurants both for the food and the value, as well as the friendly, attentive wait staff.
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Nick's BistroPrice: Moderate• Greek• Forest Hills
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4.7

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1. Nick's Bistro

2. RW Prime at Resorts World New York City

3. Vetro by Russo's on the Bay

4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

5. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

6. BONDST

7. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

8. Bill's Bar and Burger

9. Nobu Fifty Seven

10. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant

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