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1. STK - NYC - Meatpacking
4.2
Awesome(4059)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Meatpacking District
Booked 49 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.
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2. Casa Mono
4.7
Exceptional(2888)
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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3. Beauty & Essex- New York
4.6
Exceptional(10048)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Lower East Side
Booked 89 times today
Beauty & Essex in New York is a hot spot, known for its innovative design, which includes a well-curated modern-day pawn shop and a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier. Chef Chris Santos, a pioneer of the small, share plate dining trend, has created waves on the food scene. The restaurant's ambiance is energetic and sophisticated, as quoted in many reviews, and the service is consistently praised as excellent and attentive. The food is often described as delicious and well-planned.
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4. Nubeluz
4.6
Exceptional(750)
Price: Very Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • NoMad
Booked 152 times today
Nubeluz by José Andrés is a lightbox in the sky, bringing together the Spanish word for cloud (“nube”) and for light (“luz”). Located on the 50th floor of The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, Nubeluz offers modern interpretations of classic cocktails and small bites coupled with remarkable 270-degree views of the New York City skyline.
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5. The Odeon
4.8
Exceptional(3747)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 183 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. Papillon Bistro and Bar
3.9
Excellent(1132)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Midtown East
Booked 15 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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7. Olio e Più
4.7
Exceptional(4257)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Village
Booked 114 times today
Inspired by the warmth and comfort of the Italian countryside, Olio e Più and Chef Danilo Galati bring tradition and authentic Italian cuisine to the West Village. Enjoy fresh, house-made pastas dressed with the highest quality ingredients and a hand-selected collection of excellent wines and cocktails to pair with your dish. An expertly crafted wood-fire oven crackles and glows, cooking house-made dough into perfect, crisp pizza while creating an inviting atmosphere. 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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8. Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel
4.5
Awesome(971)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Lincoln Square
Booked 18 times today
The Empire Rooftop is located on the top floor of the iconic Empire Hotel and overlooks the Lincoln Center complex. With over 8000 square feet of interior and exterior space, The Empire Rooftop has a seasonal open-air East Terrace, a West Terrace with a retractable roof cover, an Interior Main Lounge, and a seasonal Sun Deck. Enjoy our Signature Empire Sunset Cocktail, a light bite from our appetizer menu, and take a photo in front of the iconic neon sign to complete your experience. Guests of all ages (accompanied by a Parent) are welcome on the roof until 8PM, when those under 21 must vacate.Visit our website at www.theempirerooftop.com for more information.
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9. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5191)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Financial District
Booked 157 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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10. The Crosby Bar
4.6
Exceptional(957)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 51 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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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Lower East Side

Discover the vibrant culinary scene of the Lower East Side, Manhattan, where the keyword "hot spot" truly comes to life. Renowned for its dynamic and eclectic dining vibe, this neighborhood offers an array of restaurants that cater to every taste and occasion. Each establishment in this area is celebrated for its unique ambiance, ranging from cozy and intimate settings to lively and bustling environments, making it a premier destination for both locals and tourists. The restaurants here are known for their culinary creativity, featuring menus that blend traditional flavors with modern twists, crafted by highly skilled chefs. Excellent customer service is a hallmark of these hot spots, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a sophisticated dining adventure, the Lower East Side's restaurant scene is sure to impress with its quality, variety, and flair.

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