Best Restaurants for People Watching in Little Italy

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1. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5280)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 184 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.

2. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2261)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 249 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

3. TAO Uptown

4.4

Awesome(14557)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.

4. Becco

4.5

Awesome(28601)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 184 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.

5. Temple Court

4.8

Exceptional(1376)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District

Steps away from The Beekman's centerpiece atrium and the bustle of The Bar Room, is Tom Colicchio's Temple Court. Surrounded by a series of stained-glass windows, and full of historic charm, Temple Court's Dining Room is a destination for the fine dining devout. Now under the stewardship of Executive Chef, Travis Sowards, Temple Court is a tour de force of Tom Colicchio's most classic flavor profiles, reimagined and assembled on a showcase menu in Downtown NYC. *The Bar Room is not reservable through Open Table*

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6. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

4.7

Exceptional(2493)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 32 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

7. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10577)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 147 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.

8. MR CHOW - TriBeca

4.2

Awesome(2426)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • TriBeCa

Booked 17 times today

Opened in 2006 by world famous restaurateur Michael Chow, most recently awarded the 5 Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its excellence, service, and cuisine this is the second post to the original in NYC on 57th Street. Mr Chow's latest & hippest location is surrounded by a Patio & the attractive bar opens at 5:00PM daily.NY Magazine wrote in 2006 "To eat at a Mr Chow restaurant is to participate in a roving party, one that has migrated through four decades, three continents, & an awful lot of soup dumplings." TriBeCa's Executive Chef Kwok Hor, is a highly respected professional in the Chinese Cuisine Industry & has given many lectures at The Hong Kong Culinary Association. MR CHOW's menu is a combination of old authentic Beijing, Original Recipes, Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles & Ma Mignon all were created by our passionate & skillful chefs. Also, on the Menu is one of the best prepared Beijing Duck in the world.

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9. The Smith - East Village

4.7

Exceptional(4558)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Village

Booked 73 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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10. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(895)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Meatpacking District

Booked 82 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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Sage
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Had dinner on a very busy night, food and service were all excellent! Thank you especially to Sammy and Valerie for taking such good care of us. Second time here and looking forward to coming back.
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Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.5
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JoyceVIP
New York City •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Becco never disappoints! Celebrated 2025 with an amazing meal. We all had the Sinfonia di Paste with Caesar salad. Pastas today were: rigatoni with tomato & basil, Semolina Gnocchi alla Romana and fettuccini with veal bolognese & peas. The dishes were absolutely delicious! We shared the Panna cotta for desert.
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BeccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Theater District
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4.5
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patricia
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great lunch on new years! we greatly recommend for asian food!
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TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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4.4
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Barbara
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is the best Sicilian and Italian restaurant I’ve experienced so far here in the us. Great food and service We started with an unforgettable bruschetta with tuna burrata cheese and lemon Then I had a tasty pasta with shrimps and finally delicious Sicilian cannoli for dessert My family had great pasta and fresh fish (orata) amazingly executed Good selection of fine wines
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Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.Price: Expensive• Italian• SoHo
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4.7
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PaulVIP
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Christmas lunch was wonderful. Four courses plus amuse bouche and petit fours good value at 195.00 considering the high standard. Oyster amuse bouche Chilled Maine Lobster citrus dressing Chestnut agnolotti Diver scallops with truffle Toffee pudding with eggnog ice cream Everything was delicious. Meal was well paced. Lovely dining room.
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Temple CourtPrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District
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4.8

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Cecconi's Dumbo

2. Bad Roman

3. TAO Uptown

4. Becco

5. Temple Court

6. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

7. Quality Meats

8. MR CHOW - TriBeca

9. The Smith - East Village

10. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

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