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1. Tavern on the Green
4.7
Exceptional(18753)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 93 times today
Tavern On The Green will be offering our Holiday Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from November 30th-December 29th. This is priced at $95 per adult, $65 per child and does not include beverages or tax. A 20% gratuity will be added to all checks. Dress Code: Smart Casual. Jacket and Tie are Not Required. * We do not permit sleeveless shirts for gentlemen nor athletic/running/jogging attire for any patrons in the main restaurant. Reservations as early as 60 days out through our Reservations Department at 212-877-8684 or reservations@tavernonthegreen.com
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2. Cecconi's Dumbo
4.5
Awesome(5220)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO
Booked 165 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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3. The Crosby Bar
4.6
Exceptional(903)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 99 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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4. Bad Roman
4.5
Awesome(2134)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 350 times today
A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.
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5. TAO Uptown
4.4
Awesome(14453)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Midtown East
Booked 124 times today
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.
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6. SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte
4.8
Exceptional(1270)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SoHo
Booked 25 times today
“ SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte” is the perfect blend of authentic food and exceptional wine label selection. Piedmont is a region of west Northern Italy, it is one of the largest regions of Italy and Turin was the first capital of Italy in 1861. Piedmont is one of the most ancient culinary traditions and culinary specialties of the country. Restaurant "SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte" is one of the few references throughout New York of Piedmont cuisine and North Italy. Come and experience tastes that have hundreds of years and you'll be without. We are waiting for you…..
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7. Central Park Boathouse
4.6
Exceptional(900)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Upper East Side
Booked 136 times today
Dine with us in the beautifully updated restaurant that reimagines the Boathouse's iconic history and charm. Reviving old traditions and making new ones – we’ve got something for everybody.Monday - FridayLUNCH: 12pm -5pmSaturday & SundayBRUNCH: 11am - 5pmIn addition, our outdoor Express Cafe, is open daily from 8am to 5pm. *For parties of 10 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com **Please Note** Our restaurant is located inside of Central Park, which means all guests must arrive on foot, there is no parking at our property. The closest entrance and cross streets are 72nd street and 5th Ave.
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8. The Smith - East Village
4.7
Exceptional(4539)
Price: Moderate
• American • East Village
Booked 83 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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9. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.
4.7
Exceptional(2477)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SoHo
Booked 50 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
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10. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room
4.8
Exceptional(855)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Meatpacking District
Booked 94 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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  • JOHN
    New York City •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Polite attentive service Well prepared and tasty food. Great setting
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    The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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    4.6
  • Safana
    Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We got there about 45 minutes early for our wedding anniversary dinner and were seated within 15 minutes. Food was great, beautiful aesthetic, server helpful and friendly. Usually venues do provide some sort of celebratory dessert or plate with a wish on it and we did not receive such an item, so that was a bit disappointing even though we had put the occasion in the booking information on OpenTable. Other than that, it was a lovely but chilly evening! We did order the three course meal, which was a good value.
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    TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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    4.4
  • Michael
    Las Vegas •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    What a beautiful restaurant at Christmas time. We had a wonderful lunch. The staff was very good. My daughter had the Waldorf salad which she said was good, not great. I had the lemon chicken under a brick. It was delicious but a little dry. Overall it was a very special lunch
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    Tavern on the GreenPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown West
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    4.7
  • danvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •63 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    (From Quality Italian owners) Heard great things about this place and it definitely lived up to the hype. Really happening and busy for a Monday, good people watching, food was amazing, staff was great. We ate at the bar and started with roasted garlic babka! (Don’t miss that) then had branzino. Amazing. Will be back.
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    Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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    4.5
  • Sarah
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Amazing as always! Accommodated a big group for dinner and everyone loved their food, drinks, and service. We were well taken care of. Thank you!
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    SAN CARLO Osteria PiemontePrice: Expensive• Italian• SoHo
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    4.8

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