Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Bensonhurst

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Cavatappi

4.9

Exceptional(61)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bensonhurst

Welcome to Cavatappi Italian Restaurant - a family owned & operated establishment - located in the heart of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn. Our modern and cozy atmosphere is the perfect setting for a delicious meal. Our menu features a variety of classic Italian dishes, as well as some unique twists. Be sure to try our signature Kansas City pork chop, pan seared then baked to perfection and served with a side of parsnip apple sauce. Whether you're in the mood for pasta, seafood, or a hearty meat dish, we have something for everyone.We look forward to serving you at Cavatappi Italian Restaurant, where you can enjoy adelicious meal in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Buon apetito!

2. Pastavino

4.7

Exceptional(383)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Stapleton

Pastavino translates to pasta & wine, the quintessential Italian experience, drawing inspiration from the traditional trattorias & enotecas throughout Italy. Michelin Star Chef Josh Laurano's menu focuses on modern interpretations of familiar Italian flavors, house made pastas, focaccia & secondi. We pride ourselves on seasonality, using local ingredients, and allowing them to be the soul of the menu - Materia Prima. If you do not see your desired time or party size please check RESY or call the restaurant directly . We do not put all tables online to allow for phone reservations and walk in's. Please include all guests in your party including those who may be in strollers or high chairs. While we love to celebrate life's special occasions with you, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing balloons into our dining rooms.We try our best to accomodate all requests and preferences, however tables located along the window are seated on a first come first served basis.

3. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9223)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 103 times today

River Cafe, nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge, is renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor, and award-winning wine list. Reviewers laud its 'creative and delicious cuisine', 'amazing little bites in between courses', and 'fantastic view'. The restaurant's commitment to quality and service, along with its 'magical' ambiance, make it a unique dining experience that goes beyond just a meal.

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5299)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 162 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

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5. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9980)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 105 times today

Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boombox, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.

6. Casa Bond

4.6

Exceptional(100)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • NoHo

Casa Bond offers a vibrant dining experience, blending creative, modern Mexican cuisine with a chic, Bohemian atmosphere. Named one of "New York's Best New Restaurants of 2023" by the Financial Times, we’re known for standout dishes like Aguachile and Gobernador Tacos. Join us for an unforgettable meal that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. Perfect for those seeking top-notch service, exceptional food, and a lively, artistic ambiance.

7. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(73)

Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

8. Le B.

4.4

Awesome(18)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • West Village

Continental cuisine, for the modern diner. Restaurant Le B. is a celebratory, lively, dinner setting that is rooted in the culture of Downtown Manhattan. Staying true to form, Chef Angie Mar’s cuisine mines history for forgotten pleasures, with a focus on land air and sea. Tableside presentations and over the top excess has always been a hallmark of Mar’s style. Awarded Four Stars by Forbes, Best New Restaurant by Conde Nast Traveler, Financial Times and Robb Report, and rated 50 Best in America by Esquire Magazine, her award winning team’s overwhelming hospitality coupled with the essence of her cult favorite restaurant, The Beatrice Inn, are carried through in this next iteration of downtown dining, with a sophisticated and playful point of view. *Please note that Le Burger is not available in the Dining Room, and is first come first serve exclusively at our Bar. If you'd like to experience Le Burger, we invite you to book our Bar Experience by calling the restaurant directly.

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9. 87 Sussex - Jersey City

4.7

Exceptional(102)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Jersey City

Open for Dinner Tuesday - Sunday.Opening for Brunch Saturdays & Sundays beginning 05/04.A memorable culinary journey awaits at 87 Sussex, a new gourmet experience offering refined dining in the heart of Jersey City in the quaint neighborhood of Paulus Hook at 87 Sussex Street. 87 Sussex is a true landmark of style featuring thoughtfully prepared menus inspired by global flavors and authentic ingredients, creating dishes of elevated American fare with special attention to delectable vegetarian dishes.

10. Gabriel Kreuther

4.9

Exceptional(1593)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Midtown West

Booked 3 times today

Gabriel Kreuther is a Relais & Chateaux and Two Star Michelin restaurant looking out onto beautiful Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan. We offer a luxurious, upscale Contemporary-French-American & Alsatian-inspired dining experience with a distinct New York Spirit. Also known for its stunning decor, Gabriel Kreuther looks out onto NYC's vibrant Bryant Park on 42nd street & offers fine-dining in the upscale dining room (reserve here) or elevated casual dining at the bar and lounge (call) offering "some of the absolute best bar food in NYC" (Grub Street). Gabriel Kreuther accepts reservations for the main dining room 6-weeks in advance & you can also book our In-Kitchen Table offering a fully immersive, special dining experience for up to 8 guests by contacting us at office@gknyc.com.

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KenVIP
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very delicious and amazing service with a stellar view of Manhattan
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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Raymond
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A genuinely unique experience. Flawless service and courtesy, a memorable meal is guaranteed, pricey but worth every nickel. Admittedly for us a special occasion venue, but when those occasions arise, it is our go-to destination without hesitation. A gem.
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9
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ChiaraVIP
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The novelty of it being a fancy restaurant behind a pawnshop front was what drew us here, but we also had a really really good experience. This restaurant has to be the one of the prettiest restaurants we’ve ever been to. My husband and I had the prix fixe, which we figured was the best way to try as many of the dishes as possible without getting too full. The food was absolutely delicious! For appetizers we had the Thai Style Deep Fried Shrimp and Little French Dips. I preferred the former over the latter. Our entrees were Lamb Chops and Wild Mushroom Ravioli. i have to say the mushroom ravioli was probably THE best we have ever had. Our sides were truffle mac and cheese and bbq fries, and for dessert we had the LES NYC doughnuts (which come with dark chocolate fudge, berry, and caramel dips) and the black bottom butterscotch pot de creme. The desserts are defintely a cut above the rest. We highly recommend this place! We’ll be coming back someday!
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Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Lower East Side
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4.6
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JoeVIP
Philadelphia County •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Every dish was delicious, one of our favorite places to eat. Staff is always super friendly
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PastavinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Stapleton
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4.7
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Stefanie
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Delicious and authentic would recommend for a a family dinner
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CavatappiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bensonhurst
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4.9

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Cavatappi

2. Pastavino

3. The River Cafe

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

5. Beauty & Essex- New York

6. Casa Bond

7. ASKA

8. Le B.

9. 87 Sussex - Jersey City

10. Gabriel Kreuther

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