Best Romantic Restaurants in Downtown Brooklyn

474 restaurants available nearby

1. Raf's

4.6

Exceptional(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• Café • NoHo

Booked 16 times today

This homage to Little Italy, from the same team behind Michelin-starred The Musket Room, has everything you could want, from outstanding pastries courtesy of Camari Mick and incredible entrees from Mary Attea.

2. The River Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(9174)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 20 times today

The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

3. Strange Delight

4.7

Exceptional(107)

Price: Expensive

• Oyster Bar • Fort Greene

Booked 37 times today

A contemporary take on the classic oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, near BAM, Barclay's, the Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. Strange Delight finds its influence in New Orleans and is also inspired by the rich history of oysters in New York. Our menu consists of regional seafood prepared in a variety of styles: Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp Remoulade share the stage with classic seafood towers and Oysters Rockefeller. A rotating selection of larger plates features items such as Black Cod Almondine and Blackened Swordfish Belly.To drink, Strange Delight updates old classics, serving both a Hurricane and Ramos Gin Fizz service for 2, alongside Martinis and Sazeracs. Our wine and beer lists feature our favorite American producers. Please note: We offer 3 distinct types of reservations:Regular: a table in our back dining roomBar: seats at our back dining room barHigh-top: a higher table with bar stools in our front room with an open kitchen and oyster counter.

4. Palma

4.8

Exceptional(3340)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 41 times today

Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.

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5. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5102)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Financial District

Booked 140 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.

6. Babbo Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(4817)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 53 times today

Located on Waverly Place in Greenwich Village, Babbo opened to great acclaim in 1998 and is as bustling and popular as ever. It offers three-star dining that redefines and reinvents the principles of Italian cuisine for 21st century America. An epic, landmark wine list, an exciting, quintessentially New York dining room and expert, attentive and cordial service make a table at Babbo one of New York’s prized possessions.

7. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2809)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 38 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.***

8. Il Cantinori

4.8

Exceptional(2199)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • East Village

Booked 30 times today

Il Cantinori is a romantic gem in Greenwich Village, NYC. Its warm, rustic, farmhouse setting, filled with voluminous floral arrangements, creates a cozy, romantic atmosphere. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'quiet, romantic' spot with 'actual space between the tables' allowing 'actual conversation.' Another noted it's a 'beautiful setting - the rooms, tables, attention to detail' and a 'beautiful environment' perfect for special occasions.

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9. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Awesome(6937)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 148 times today

Serra by Birreria is a romantic haven, often described as 'perfect for a date night' and 'romantic place.' The ambiance is characterized as 'beautiful,' 'sexy,' and 'sophisticated' with 'low lighting' and a 'beautiful grand center chandelier.' The restaurant's Italian cuisine also adds to its charm.

10. Craft

4.7

Exceptional(7009)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 24 times today

Dine at Craft to experience Tom Colicchio’s signature ‘What's Local Is Best’ cooking with an always evolving collection of simply prepared dishes created to highlight high quality, seasonal ingredients. “Simple doesn’t mean simplistic,” Tom says in his book, Think Like a Chef, and the food at Craft serves as proof. Perennial favorites include pan-roasted diver scallops, braised beef short ribs, and a bounty of Greenmarket sides. We also offer our a la carte dinner menu for takeaway through craftrestaurant.com & local delivery is powered by Caviar. *Unconfirmed reservations may be subject to cancellation.* Experiences offered during our normal hours of operation are always in addition to standard reservations and can be accessed by selecting your desired dining time.Don't miss our new Summer Happy Hour - available ALL SEASON LONG - 5-6:30pm at the bar or on the patio featuring top-shelf cocktails, veuve cliquot rosé, peeko oysters & lobster rolls.

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Lisavip
Greater Boston •360 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The River Cafe is my favorite restaurant in New York, and probably anywhere else too! The beautiful romantic atmosphere, amazing views, warm yet attentive service and truly exquisite food make for a perfect experience. It is a special occasion place, not for everyday, but we have celebrated our anniversary there several times (when in the city - we do not live in NYC), and this time it was our 50th. They did not disappoint! I hope I get to go back for many more special occasions. We took our adult son with us and he loved it as well.
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.8
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Rebecca
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was outstanding! This was our favorite dining experience in NYC. We will be back and will tell our friends about it.
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PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.8
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Matthewvip
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing food and great service. One of the best spots in NY for a special dinner. Lower level is definitely busier and more energetic. Prices are off the charts, but food is always spot on.
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Nobu Downtown | RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Financial District
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4.7
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Michelle
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Best dining experience I've had in years. Now one of my top 3 restaurants to recommend to out of towners. Not a bad dish, and closing out with complimentary bread pudding was delightful.
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Strange DelightPrice: Expensive• Oyster Bar• Fort Greene
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4.7
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jeremy
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 30, 2024
Raf's is such a gem! The food, service and ambience are the best of the best! I always love eating here!
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Raf'sPrice: Very Expensive• Café• NoHo
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4.6

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474 restaurants available nearby

1. Raf's

2. The River Cafe

3. Strange Delight

4. Palma

5. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

6. Babbo Ristorante

7. Casa Mono

8. Il Cantinori

9. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

10. Craft

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