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1. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3206)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 114 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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2. The Crosby Bar
4.5
Awesome(936)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 59 times today
The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.
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3. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC
4.6
Exceptional(30028)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 461 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.
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4. Palma
4.9
Exceptional(3374)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 50 times today
Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.
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5. The Odeon
4.8
Exceptional(3673)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 172 times today
The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.
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6. Barbounia
4.6
Exceptional(3997)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Gramercy Park
Booked 88 times today
Located in the heart of Gramercy in New York City at 20th Street and Park Avenue South, Barbounia's atmosphere and design, which complement and attract a fashion, music and entertainment clientele, takes you off the busy streets of Manhattan and transcends you to the middle of the Mediterranean. With a spectacular open kitchen, tall arched ceilings divided by Moorish columns, large wooden communal tables, and pillowed banquettes; you feel the magnificent energy emanating from the kitchen, staff and patrons.
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7. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5156)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Financial District
Booked 125 times today
Nobu Downtown is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District designed by NYC’s celebrated architect, David Rockwell. On the ground level, guests can enjoy open air-like experience in our Broadway dining room or Bar & Lounge dining framed by 30 foot heroic limestone columns. Our sub terrain dining room provides intimate ambience with sushi bar and private dining options. Indulge in Chef Nobu’s famous signature dishes including Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. RESERVATION GUIDE• “Regular” for one of the two indoor dining rooms• “ Bar” for plush lounge seating• “Counter” for sushi bar experience Please call us if you wish to book a larger party or event as we will not be able to accept requests for putting multiple reservations next to each other.
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8. Casa Mono
4.7
Exceptional(2863)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Union Square
Booked 55 times today
Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***
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9. Babbo Ristorante
4.4
Awesome(4870)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 49 times today
Located on Waverly Place in Greenwich Village, Babbo opened to great acclaim in 1998 and is as bustling and popular as ever. It offers three-star dining that redefines and reinvents the principles of Italian cuisine for 21st century America. An epic, landmark wine list, an exciting, quintessentially New York dining room and expert, attentive and cordial service make a table at Babbo one of New York’s prized possessions.
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10. The River Cafe
4.9
Exceptional(9220)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • DUMBO
Booked 63 times today
The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

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  • Ofir
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great staff and service and delicious food! The ambience and vibe in the restaurant is amazing every time
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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    4.8
  • Reece
    Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food, great service, great ambiance, highly recommend as a date spot.
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    PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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    4.9
  • scott
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Serving staff was terrific and allowed us to linger over dinner and catch up.
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    BarbouniaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Gramercy Park
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    4.6
  • LisaVIP
    New York City •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food and service are always OUTSTANDING at The Odeon! Today, I want to call attention to our server's attention to detail, which was spot-on excellent! She must have observed my dining companion opening his birthday card, or overheard us talking....but when dessert arrived, it came with a lit birthday candle and heartfelt congratulations : ) THANK YOU!
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    The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
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    4.8
  • BethVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The restaurant was wonderful. It was a little odd that our waiters switched shifts in the middle of our tea service, but it was okay. They were not overly attentive. The food was great; the ambience was great. The Crosby Bar needs easier access to the bathroom though. Tough navigating down stairs and hallways with an injured foot! We want to come back next year.
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    The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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    4.5

Discover best vibrant bar scene restaurants in Little Italy

Discover the pulsating heart of Manhattan's Little Italy with its vibrant bar scene that caters to both the adventurous diner and the casual drink enthusiast. Little Italy, known for its rich heritage and bustling atmosphere, offers a variety of establishments where the ambiance is as important as the menu. Each location boasts unique traits, but common among them are expertly mixed cocktails, creative appetizers, and an atmosphere that encourages relaxation and enjoyment. Patrons can expect to find spots that perfectly blend traditional charm with modern flair, making each visit a memorable experience. The dining scene in Little Italy, Manhattan is eclectic and vibrant, reflecting the neighborhood's historic roots while embracing contemporary trends in cuisine and bar culture. These establishments not only provide a feast for the taste buds but also serve as social hubs where locals and tourists alike can soak in the lively local culture. Whether you're looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or just a fun night out, Little Italy's bar scene is sure to provide an experience that’s both delightful and spirited.

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