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1. Giano
4.8
Exceptional(1555)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • East Village
Booked 16 times today
Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date.Please know that we have a grace period (15 min) .All of our outdoor seating have heaters for your dining comfort but we ask that you dress accordingly for a New York winter.This is the story of Paolo and Matteo, two guys from Milano who had an idea. Let's take the heart of our tradition and fuse it with the exciting innovations happening in Italian cooking, they said. Inspired by the Roman deity Janus who looked to the future as well as the past, Giano respects tradition and embraces the future. We like to think of our little corner in the east village as quite special, and hope you will too
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2. Pineapple Club
4.6
Exceptional(597)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • East Village
Booked 20 times today
Be transported to a tropical paradise located in the heart of the East Village. #1 Espresso Martini in NYC 2 years running, our frozen piña colada and pineapple chili margaritas are fan favorites. Lush tropical vibes, pink couches, pineapples everywhere! Famous for our contemporary tiki cocktails created by mixologist Nazar Hrab, and our New-American / Tropical menu from Chef Timothy Silva. Also known for our Y2K brunch - think oyster shooters, Banana Bread French toast, pork belly hash, pineapple mimosas, and plenty of Britney and Backstreet Boys bumping throughout.On Friday & Saturday, the kitchen closes at 11:00pmPineapple Club is also known for its seamless events program, with 140 seats and 4 different rooms to choose from. Creating the perfect vibe for any occasion, custom to your specifications, with effortless ease. For reservations larger than 10 guests, please visit www.pineappleclub.com/eventsHope to see you soon, cheers!
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3. Lil' Frankie's
4.6
Exceptional(829)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • East Village
Booked 26 times today
Italy's neighorhood pizzeria's are known as really casual places to hang out, meet friends, eat, drink and talk. Lil' Frankie's is just that. We offer real Neapolitan pizza, made exactly as it's made in Naples, fresh handmade pastas cooked to order, a wine and grappa list that rivals any in the city, and friendly (never pushy) service - all in a setting designed to make you feel at home. Our brick, wood burning, oven was handcrafted by a 3rd generation Neapolitan oven builder, brick by brick. It features real lava from Vesuvio and through a unique double dome design, recycles heat to reach near 900 degrees.
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4. Moody Tongue Pizza
4.8
Exceptional(30)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • East Village
Booked 14 times today
Moody Tongue Pizza showcases an a la carte menu highlighting Tokyo-Neapolitan style pizzas as well as a rotating seasonal selection of MICHELIN starred Moody Tongue Brewery's award-winning beers. A curated list of wines and specialty cocktails is also available.Please note: for large parties (7+ guests) or private parties, please e-mail newyork@moodytongue.com for assistance with your reservation.
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5. Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya
4.6
Exceptional(1049)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Lower East Side
Booked 23 times today
Vast Japanese menu of sushi & small plates plus sake & cocktails in the trendy Sixty LES Hotel. Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya is a Japanese-style tavern, a traditional Sushi Bar and a fine dining experience, all about melding a fun drinking environment with delicious food offerings. The menu provides something for everyone - vegetarians, sushi lovers and meat lovers alike. We serve everything from small plate items like yakitori by the piece, to family-style platters like filet mignon with lobster platter. Expert Sushi Chefs behind the Sushi Bar create made-to-order fresh sashimi, sushi and signature rolls. All this to accompany hand crafted Japanese beers, sochu style cocktails and an extensive sake and wine list.
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6. Nai Tapas Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1017)
Price: Very Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • East Village
Nai is a Spanish restaurant born from the flavors and intimate family traditions of Galicia, Spain's lush, coastal region known for its rich culinary heritage. Established in 2010, Nai is “Mother” in Gallego, a tribute to Chef Ruben Rodriguez’s roots and his mother’s influence.
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7. Yuca Bar
4.9
Exceptional(52)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • East Village
Booked 13 times today
Right in the heart of the East Village, Yuca Bar & Restaurant has been dishing out the best of Latin flavors for over two decades. Our menu is like a journey through Latin America, serving both timeless classics and fresh twists you've gotta try. And when it comes to drinks? Our cocktails are straight-up fire. Sit yourself down at our open window seating or the sidewalk café – prime spots for some solid city scenes and epic people-watching. Don't even think about missing our weekend brunch; it's a Latin food party you'll want to be part of. And hey, taco fans? Taco Tuesdays are on with a 50% off deal. For those in the mood for a deal, we've got an all-day, every-day happy hour that lasts until 8 pm. But the real party kicks off every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with live DJ sets, bringing down the house with Latin rhythms and reggaetón beats. At Yuca, it's more than just food; it's a full-on Latin experience.
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8. Fossetta
4.7
Exceptional(15)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lower East Side
Booked 18 times today
Fossetta is a natural wine bar and restaurant in the Lower East Side. Charlene Santiago (formerly of The John Dory Oyster Bar and Reynard) and Josh Even (Tosca Cafe in SF, Breslin Bar & Dining Room, The Spotted Pig) have curated a menu of Sourdough Focaccia, Antipasti, and House-Made Pastas influenced by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean. The oft-changing wine list features natural wines from small producers from around the world. Large garage doors provide a casual indoor/outdoor European appeal. Come for a glass of wine and snacks, or enjoy a full dinner, or celebrate a special occasion. Open for Lunch and Brunch as well! We also offer family-style dinners for groups of 9 or more. Please email hello@fossetta-nyc.com for large party inquiries.
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9. Lavagna - NYC
4.9
Exceptional(1890)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Village
Booked 18 times today
Lavagna opened its doors on February 1st 1999.The restaurant offers casual Italian trattoria fare at moderate prices. The vibe is candlelit, cozy, with an old wood burning oven, exposed brick walls, a pressed tin ceiling and a small wine bar where one can dine also. A wall of French doors swing open in the warmer weather to a seasonal sidewalk cafe of 20 seats.The kitchen concept is to create dishes traditionally Italian, emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients and product of the highest quality.The menu highlights include homemade pastas, a wood oven roasted fish for two, roast pork chop, baby rack of lamb and of course the rigatoni with sweet and spicy sausage that has become a classic over the years.The wine list has been a yearly recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2002 and it focuses on hard to find wines from regional Italy along with other international selections.
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10. Emmy Squared Pizza - East Village
4.5
Awesome(23)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • East Village
Booked 11 times today
Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

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