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1. Ciao Bella Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(113)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • New Paltz
Booked 5 times today
At Ciao Bella, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional dining experience that combines culinary excellence, warm hospitality, and an inviting atmosphere. Led by our talented team of chefs, we are dedicated to creating dishes that showcase the finest ingredients sourced locally and globally. Our menu is carefully crafted to celebrate seasonal flavors and culinary traditions while infusing innovative techniques and creative presentations. From the first bite to the last, each dish is a harmonious blend of taste, texture, and visual appeal, leaving a lasting impression on every palate.The ambiance of our restaurant is an extension of our commitment to excellence. From the elegant decor to the soothing lighting, every detail has been carefully considered to create a warm and inviting space where guests can relax, connect, and enjoy their dining experience.
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2. American Bounty at The Culinary Institute of America
4.8
Exceptional(4256)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hyde Park
Booked 47 times today
With a focus on the seasons and products of the Hudson Valley, contemporary and traditional regional dishes are brought to life in an honest and flavorful way by CIA students under the instruction of world-class faculty at the American Bounty Restaurant. Rounded out with a top-tier American wine list and comfortable warm service, this casually elegant restaurant sets the stage for an unparalleled dining experience in New York’s Hudson Valley.
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3. The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
4.8
Exceptional(4464)
Price: Expensive
• French • Hyde Park
Booked 50 times today
Sleek and strikingly contemporary, The Bocuse Restaurant is named for the most famous chef in France, Paul Bocuse. Here, CIA students re-imagine the execution of classic French cuisine through the lens of ultra-modern cooking techniques under the instruction of world-class faculty. Enjoy casual yet sophisticated service alongside an exceptional French wine list and innovative cocktail program during your unique and exciting dining experience.
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4. The Saddle River Inn
4.9
Exceptional(3125)
Price: Expensive
• French • Saddle River
Booked 32 times today
Romantic BYOB set inside an elegantly restored barn serving upscale French-American cuisine.
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5. Caterina de Medici at The Culinary Institute of America
4.8
Exceptional(2652)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hyde Park
Booked 44 times today
Caterina de Medici at The Culinary Institute of America is a fun spot because it offers a truly authentic Italian dining experience. Students under the guidance of world-class faculty prepare the dishes, adding a unique element to the dining experience. Reviewers love the 'creative food', 'friendly services', and 'beautiful atmosphere'. Plus, the 'delicious food' and 'outstanding service' make it a must-visit!
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6. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC
4.6
Exceptional(8582)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 103 times today
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Join us for Happy Hour at our Bar!Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.
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7. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.7
Exceptional(3012)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 88 times today
Terrain’s greenhouse cafe offers seasonally inspired brunch and dinner menus, alongside a thoughtfully curated beverage program. Our dedicated culinary team works closely with purveyors to ethically source fresh, high-quality ingredients that lay the foundation for our nourishing dishes. Each cafe's unique and deliberately designed environment blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing an inspiring dining experience every time. Our Westport cafe offers a full-service bar featuring small bites, seasonal cocktails, and a robust yet approachable wine list.
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8. Dagon
4.7
Exceptional(1889)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Upper West Side
Booked 56 times today
Hailed as "The Best New NYC Restaurant of the Pandemic" by the NYC Post, Dagon is an exciting restaurant on Manhattan's Upper West Side that features cuisine from "somewhere in the Mediterranean." Named for the Phoenician and Philistine god of agriculture and the earth, the menu showcases modern Israeli cuisine with Levantine influences.
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9. Bustan
4.8
Exceptional(1592)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Upper West Side
Booked 34 times today
NEW: CALL US FOR PRIVATE DINING.Located in New York City's Upper West Side, Bustan serves Mediterranean cuisine in a modern, colorful atmosphere. The restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine from Southern Europe to North Africa. Bustan also caters offsite events and offers takeout for its customers' convenience.Start out your meal at Bustan with one of the restaurant's appetizers such as the hummus or the falafel with our homemade Taboon bread. Choose from dinner options like the Kebab Halabi or Chicken "Musakhan". Top off your experience with a dessert like the Nemesis: Baked chocolate mousse cake.
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10. Nice Matin
4.6
Exceptional(4834)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper West Side
Booked 82 times today
For nearly two decades, Nice Matin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed and sophisticated dining destination. Featuring a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine List and an extraordinary, inventive, French Provençal-inspired menu created by Chef Andy D'Amico, who was named "Best Chef" by New York Magazine food editor Gillian Duffy, Nice Matin is the essential French Brasserie and Wine Destination of the Upper West Side.
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