Best Restaurants for People Watching in Greenwich Village

76 restaurants available nearby

1. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2290)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 226 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

2. Becco

4.5

Awesome(28641)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 156 times today

Lidia Bastianich & her son Joe's Theater District mainstay. Best known for the $29.95 pasta tasting menu & the great selections on the $35 Italian wine list. Loved by locals & out of towners alike, Becco has been serving consistently delicious regional Italian cuisine since 1993. Located on the famed Restaurant Row in NYC's Theatre District, Becco is open for lunch & dinner seven days a week. Enjoy signature dishes, like the Osso Bucco, as well as the bounty of fresh seasonal preparations. The Reserve Wine list has many of Italy's best known producers, as well as some more eclectic wine makers. A knowledgeable staffer will be on hand to help you make a great choice. With 18 years on restaurant row, great food & great service help make Becco the right choice time & time again.

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5293)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 109 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.

4. Petite Boucherie

4.7

Exceptional(1355)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 29 times today

Located at the historic intersection of Christopher and Gay Streets, PETITE BOUCHERIE brings a touch of France to the cultured and eclectic neighborhood of West Village. An intimate window-laden, corner restaurant serves French classics pared with curated wine offerings, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Petite Boucherie is inspired by the elegance of Parisian Belle Époque, and with a hand-crafted menu of timeless dishes, the intimate bistro serves as a community hub for engaging conversation.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

5. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10597)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 107 times today

Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.

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6. The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse New York

4.8

Exceptional(899)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Meatpacking District

Booked 85 times today

A grand yet intimately scaled space, The Dining Room at The Guesthouse offers a live-fire dining experience in a setting defined by floor-to-ceiling travertine, a monolithic hearth, and embedded Molteni rotisseries. The menu features fresh ingredients from select sources, simply and elegantly prepared, along with a selection of Champagnes and wines from around the world.For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com

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7. The Smith - East Village

4.7

Exceptional(4566)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Village

Booked 104 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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8. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

4.7

Exceptional(2498)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 35 times today

Piccola Cucina Osteria it's our gem in the heart of SoHo. The Chef and owner Philip Guardione opened in January 2013 to bring in the city the real taste of Sicily. Friendly service with a buzzy atmosphere, all in a typical Italian restaurant setting. It is matched by home cooking like you would expect to eat in Italy, which is one of the keys to the success of the restaurant. Fully renovated in 2021 the location looks warm and cozy. Our other two Piccola Cucina locations in Manhattan are:Piccola Cucina Estiatorio ( 75 Thompson street )Piccola Cucina Uptown ( 106 E 60th Street )Piccola Cucina Osteria accepts online requests for parties smaller than 6 guests only.If you are looking for a bigger party or special event, please contact us info@piccolacucinagroup.comThank you

9. Joe Allen

4.8

Exceptional(4729)

Price: Expensive

• American • Theater District

Booked 57 times today

Please note; we only take reservations up to one week in advance.With Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if you're desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call, as we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.We begin taking reservations seven days in advance starting at midnight online and at 11 a.m. over the phone. Because of staggered theatre times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more.For reservations after theatre, please check your show's running time at http://joeallenrestaurant.com/show_info

10. Lafayette

4.5

Awesome(3128)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 13 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

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pattiVIP
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was a great little place right in the theater district. The food was delicious. I had the Cesare Salad followed by the pasta special which were 3 different, unlimited pastas. The wine list was extensive & moderately priced. A reservation is definitely needed. I highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed
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BeccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Theater District
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4.5
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FrankVIP
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I have been a huge fan of all the Quality restaurants and Bad Roman continues their winning streak! Loved the menu selections and the food quality was exceptional. The vibe, ambiance and the staff were all amazing! Looking forward to my next visit!
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Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.5
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Jospeh
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our server Jeff, was amazing and he helped guide us to what was one of the best dinner experiences we’ve ever had! The ambiance was magic and everyone was so delighted to help us. I’d recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking nothing short of an incredible experience!
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Quality MeatsPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown West
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4.7
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SylviaVIP
Orange County •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We originally thought we had reservations at our RH where we had eaten before and really enjoyed it. We were disappointed when we discovered the mistake but so pleasantly delighted when we got to The guest house . The food, the staff and the overall audience were all delightful. All five of us agreed that we would definitely go back.
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The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse New YorkPrice: Very Expensive• American• Meatpacking District
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4.8
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Matthias
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
We can highly recommend this restaurant. It offers a small but stunning little (petite) menu and the quality we had, was phenomenal. Even the service was on a high level. Very friendly, professional and interested in guests needs.
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Petite BoucheriePrice: Expensive• French• West Village
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4.7

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Bad Roman

2. Becco

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4. Petite Boucherie

5. Quality Meats

6. The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse New York

7. The Smith - East Village

8. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

9. Joe Allen

10. Lafayette

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