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1. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3230)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 124 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. TAO Downtown - New York
4.6
Exceptional(7159)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Chelsea
Booked 114 times today
TAO Downtown in New York is a foodie hotspot. With its fusion/eclectic cuisine, it's praised for its exotic ambiance, phenomenal food, and great service. As one reviewer said, 'Each dish was prepared with great precision and taste.' The vibe is unique, with one reviewer comparing it to some of the finer restaurants in Asia. The ambiance is described as trendy, lively, and beautiful. This fusion food lover's paradise offers an extraordinary dining experience.
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3. Casa Mono
4.7
Exceptional(2875)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Union Square
Booked 50 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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4. ilili
4.6
Exceptional(8067)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Gramercy Park
Booked 68 times today
Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.
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5. ABC Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(6555)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Gramercy Park
Booked 61 times today
Since opening in 2010, situated steps away from the Union Square Greenmarket, abc kitchen has celebrated community and local producers. Specializing in seasonal American cuisine with Jean-Georges’ signature touch (spice, acidity and Asian flares sprinkled throughout), abc kitchen is a Jean-Georges restaurant that partners with a diverse network of farmers and purveyors including Norwich Meadows Farm, Eckerton Hill Farm, Bodhi Tree Farm, Lani’s, and many more. The restaurant’s regularly rotating food and beverage menus showcase organic ingredients, ranging from fresh greens to meats and fruits. Set amidst rich natural woods, abc kitchen offers a cozy ambiance that invites guests to savor celebrated seasonal dishes and local harvests in a warm and inviting setting.
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6. Nobu Fifty Seven
4.7
Exceptional(6243)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 173 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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7. The Musket Room
4.6
Exceptional(890)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • NoLita
Booked 12 times today
Musket Room is a celebrated neighborhood restaurant offering a reliably indulgent experience, whether for a special occasion or enjoying dinner with friends. Since 2013, the Michelin- starred establishment has been committed to the kind of caring, personalized service that makes regulars feel like family and newcomers feel like regulars.Chef Mary Attea leads a culinary team that draws on their heritages, world travels and personal inclinations to create vivid flavors and inventive dishes that deftly cross borders and defy categorization. The result is transporting food in a warm, refined space with a long bar, intimate nooks and a spacious garden for dining al fresco. Our Omnivore and Vegan tasting menus are available nightly, with additional a la carte offerings availble nightly at the bar and weekdays in the dining room.
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8. Craft
4.7
Exceptional(7067)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Gramercy Park
Booked 15 times today
Dine at Craft to experience Tom Colicchio’s signature ‘What's Local Is Best’ cooking with an always evolving collection of simply prepared dishes created to highlight high quality, seasonal ingredients. “Simple doesn’t mean simplistic,” Tom says in his book, Think Like a Chef, and the food at Craft serves as proof. Perennial favorites include pan-roasted diver scallops, braised beef short ribs, and a bounty of Greenmarket sides. We also offer our a la carte dinner menu for takeaway through craftrestaurant.com & local delivery is powered by Caviar. *Unconfirmed reservations may be subject to cancellation.* Experiences offered during our normal hours of operation are always in addition to standard reservations and can be accessed by selecting your desired dining time.Don't miss our new Summer Happy Hour - available ALL SEASON LONG - 5-6:30pm at the bar or on the patio featuring top-shelf cocktails, veuve cliquot rosé, peeko oysters & lobster rolls.
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9. Buddakan NY
4.6
Exceptional(16350)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Meatpacking District
Booked 135 times today
The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattancombines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates.
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10. Barbounia
4.6
Exceptional(4027)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Gramercy Park
Booked 55 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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  • Kadeisha
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was a great experience! The DJ was awesome. I do suggest having the menu specify what items are cooked in shellfish. My waiter was awesome and verified all items for my sister and I as we have a deathly allergy. Specifying the items would increase the turn around for the order process as I felt bad having to constantly re-choose something and taking longer.
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    TAO Downtown - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Chelsea
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    4.6
  • Basia
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Every dish and cocktail was incredible! They had amazing vegan options - the sun dried tomato roll was 10/10
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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    4.8
  • Brian
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We and the misses have never experienced Lebanese cuisine prior to our Valentine’s Day (2025) visit, and Ilili did not disappoint! It was also our first time having caviar, truffles, tuna tartare and everything tasted simply divine. The courses were well paced and the choices were abundant, but not overwhelming.
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    ililiPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Gramercy Park
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    4.6
  • Francisco
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was EXCELLENT, the waitress was absolutely sweet, caring, and there but not overbearing, the atmosphere was NIIIIIIICE, and it didn’t feel like a stuffy douschy Manhattan crowd. I’m definitely taking the hubby there again… and maybe soon haha
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    ABC KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Gramercy Park
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    4.4
  • William
    Atlanta •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This place never misses! It’s so consistent. So friendly and the food is so so good!
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    Casa MonoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Union Square
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    4.7

Discover best foodies restaurants in Union Square

Discover the vibrant dining scene at Union Square, Manhattan—a true haven for foodies in New York City. This bustling area is renowned for its diverse culinary offerings that cater to every palate, from authentic Korean gastropubs to traditional Neapolitan pizzerias and exquisite Mediterranean eateries. Each restaurant around Union Square brings a unique flavor, transforming local and international ingredients into extraordinary culinary creations that delight locals and visitors alike. The area is characterized by its commitment to quality and innovation, often featuring farm-to-table practices that emphasize fresh, sustainable ingredients. Whether you're in the mood for the comforting taste of gourmet pizzas or the refined flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, Union Square's dining options promise an exceptional food experience in a dynamic urban setting. Perfect for a casual outing or a special occasion, these eateries not only offer great food but also provide a welcoming atmosphere with excellent service. For food enthusiasts looking to explore rich, diverse menus and engaging dining environments, Union Square in Manhattan stands out as a top destination.

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