Best Seasonal Restaurants in Gowanus

425 restaurants available nearby

1. Café Mars

4.9

Exceptional(80)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Park Slope

Booked 5 times today

Café Mars is an unusual Italian restaurant. Come see what we mean!For parties larger than 6 please email info@cafemarsbk.com to help craft your hassle free dining experience!

2. Parklife

4.6

Exceptional(75)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Gowanus

Booked 2 times today

Parklife is an indoor/outdoor restaurant and bar in Gowanus. We offer tacos, tlacoyos and tlayudas inspired by Mexican, Persian and Texan flavors. We feature seasonal cocktails, local beers and small batch spirits. Open all year round, we also host free weekly and monthly events to make your dining experience truly unique. All events are free to attend with a 2-drink minimum purchase to participate.Reservations are available for groups less than 18 people. Walk-ins are welcome pending capacity. Tables have a 2 hour limit when busy. Dogs, smoking, unruly children and assholes are not allowed. View house rules and safety guidelines at www.ParklifeBK.com/info. Reservations are held for 15 minutes. There is a $10 per person fee if your group cancels with less than 24 hours notice or does not show up. There is a $25 per person fee for adding guests to your existing reservation. For parties greater than 18, submit your request 2 weeks in advance at www.ParklifeBK.com/reservations.

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3. Evalyn's Tap House

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Park Slope

Welcome to Evalyn's Tap House, a modern spot in the heart of Gowanus, Brooklyn, where Northern European flavors meet local Brooklyn vibes. Our menu features a diverse selection of dishes inspired by Northern European cuisine, all crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients.Join us to explore our extensive craft beer list, featuring local brews and international favorites, alongside carefully curated spirits and specialty cocktails that highlight seasonal flavors. Whether you're here for a casual night out, a gathering with friends, or a cozy dinner, Evalyn's offers a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.Come experience the unique blend of tradition and innovation at Evalyn's Tap House—where great food and drink come together in a truly Brooklyn way.

4. Palma

4.8

Exceptional(3340)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 41 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.

5. Soothr

4.7

Exceptional(135)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • East Village

Booked 170 times today

Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.

6. Il Fiorista

4.5

Awesome(241)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • NoMad

Booked 22 times today

This beautiful restaurant is a short walk away from Madison Square Park, Il Fiorista means The Florist in Italian, where we explore botanical ingredients in our brunch, dinner, and bar menus. Much like Italian cuisine this allows for local and seasonal produce, we source from the Union Square Greenmarket and local producers. Il Fiorista is open seven days a week for dinner and aperitivo hour, also weekend brunch with indoor and patio seating featuring specials from our extensive wine list and cocktails. Also our private dining is available for large parties and events.

7. Little Owl

4.7

Exceptional(4316)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Village

Booked 101 times today

Little Owl offers bold-flavored Seasonal Mediterranean cuisine with friendly and professional service. Currently, we offer reservations for parties of up to 6 guests, against the backdrop of our treasured and storied West Village. We're a corner gem with a big pork chop and an even bigger heart—your home away from home since 2006.Thank you for being a part of our Little Owl Family.

8. Chambers

4.9

Exceptional(546)

Price: Moderate

• American • TriBeCa

Booked 20 times today

Whether you're visiting from down the block here in Tribeca or from halfway around the world, Chambers aspires to be on top of your list of favorite neighborhood restaurants. We keep it down-to-earth. We're bound to start you off with something great to drink, alcoholic or not, and maybe some snacks while you look over the menu. We went to market this morning and we're going to make some delicious home cooked food and listen to some groovy music. And we've put together an excellent collection of soulful wines, spirits, and fermented beverages that we're excited to share with you. At the end of the day, we're having a few people over for dinner. We look forward to welcoming you in.

9. The River Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(9174)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 20 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.

10. Oceans - New York

4.8

Exceptional(1811)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Union Square

Booked 47 times today

Oceans, a locally and globally inspired seafood restaurant, was founded by Vancouver’s award-winning Toptable Group with the philosophy of creating a timeless and approachable dining experience. Executive Chef Andy Kitko sets the vision for the menu inspired by the Pacific, Atlantic, and Mediterranean shores that will feature the freshest catches available all accented by seasonal ingredients.

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Rebecca
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was outstanding! This was our favorite dining experience in NYC. We will be back and will tell our friends about it.
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PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.8
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Lihi
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Soothr never fails - everything is just delicious! Dumplings for starters were amazing, the beef pad si wi so good and the tom yum delicious and spicy like we wanted. Highly recommend!
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SoothrPrice: Expensive• Thai• East Village
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Do yourself a favor and transport yourself to Mars for an evening. Delightfully weird and tremendously tasty, this innovative restaurant is a guaranteed good time. Paul D'avino and co are all stars as creating a welcoming atmosphere and unforgettable meal. From the cocktails to the pastas to the science behind melty cheese - top notch meal. No notes!
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Café MarsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Park Slope
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4.9
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Cristine
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 27, 2024
I celebrated my 40th birthday here. The weight staff was great and the food was delicious, as always! I loved the atmosphere and the whole experience.
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ParklifePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Gowanus
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4.6

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425 restaurants available nearby

1. Café Mars

2. Parklife

3. Evalyn's Tap House

4. Palma

5. Soothr

6. Il Fiorista

7. Little Owl

8. Chambers

9. The River Cafe

10. Oceans - New York

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