Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Manhattan

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Manhattan? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mira

5.0

5 (451)

$50 and over

English

Kips Bay

About the restaurant

Mira is your culinary oasis in the city, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle. Our menu features a vibrant selection of healthy, flavorful dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients designed to delight your taste buds and nourish your body. Savor our signature offerings, such as grilled salmon with a zesty lemon-herb marinade or a colorful vegetable stir-fry packed with flavor. Our chefs prioritize quality by using the finest locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a celebration of freshness. The inviting ambiance at Mira is complemented by warm, natural light that creates a tranquil atmosphere. Our friendly staff is committed to providing attentive service, making your dining experience exceptional. Whether you're in for a quick, healthy lunch, a leisurely dinner with friends, or a special celebration, Mira is the perfect destination. Join us and discover a world of culinary delights that nourish both body and soul.

Top review

Benjamin

Dined 6 days ago

The Lamb Chops were pure poetry on a plate — tender, juicy, and kissed with pistachio crunch. A quiet celebration for just us two.

Aquarelle

4.9

4.9 (239)

$31 to $50

Seafood

East Village

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Lauren

Dined 7 days ago

Came for my friends birthday and had the best experience!! Amazing ambience, service and food. Will be back soon.

The Restaurant at Great Jones Distilling Co

4.8

4.8 (515)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

NoHo

About the restaurant

The Restaurant at Great Jones Distilling Co. is proud to serve classic favorites reinvigorated by modern technique, and enriched by the flavors of sumptuous local ingredients. Enjoy a unique dining experience that pays homage to a bygone era of the city’s past, and find the best of New York on every plate.

Join us every Saturday for Jazz Brunch!

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Yen-Yen

Dined 3 days ago

I brought my partner here on a surprise date since he enjoys whiskey. Even though I do not drink, he said the whiskey was amazing. According to him, the flavors and proportions were perfect. We came for the ambiance and the live jazz Saturday brunch and had a great time. The food was delicious although there is only one appetizer and one entree option for vegetarians. We had a great time and plan on coming back for another Saturday brunch + jazz with visiting friends that we know will love this place.

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Jazz Brunch at Great Jones Distilling Co.

Joomak

5.0

5 (26)

$50 and over

American

West Village

About the restaurant

Acclaimed chef Jiho Kim (DdoBar) opens Joomak, a fresh iteration of his former Michelin-starred restaurant, Joomak Banjum, at Maison Hudson New York. “Joomak,” is an elevated update, a jewel box set in a more intimate and luxurious space with just 27 seats. The menu features New American cuisine rooted in Korean flavors across an eight-course tasting menu, complemented by a robust wine program featuring French-forward and new-world wines alike.

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Michael Hursa

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

A wonderful experience. Incredible food and service. The best. Can’t wait to go back.

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8-Course Tasting Menu

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

5.0

5 (975)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Lower East Side

About the restaurant

A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese Cuisine

A distinctive, well-preserved and comfortable space, high-quality products, authentic cuisine, food and drinks are done flawlessly.

We continue to be one of the top Japanese restaurants in America, attracting countless food lovers from all over the world. Our one-of-a-kind menu includes authentic tapas-style Japanese dishes and homemade desserts.

**As a small establishment, we can’t always guarantee a table, but we’re happy to ensure you have a wonderful experience at our bar dining area as well. For parties of 5 or more, we encourage you to give us a call to check on availability. We look forward to hosting you soon!**

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Mia

Dined 5 days ago

Lobster Handroll was lush, crab was fresh and sweet — and sitting by the window watching the city pulse made the experience unforgettable.

Una Pizza Napoletana

4.9

4.9 (26)

$31 to $50

Italian

Lower East Side

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Anthony Mangieri has been crafting naturally-leavened, wood-fired pizzas with meticulous attention to detail since 1996. A pioneer of Neapolitan pizza in the U.S., Anthony still makes every ball of dough by hand and is at Una making pizza every night. A few starters and desserts complement the pizzas, along with wines from Campania, Italy. Everything is made fresh daily until sold out.

In the intimate dining room, guests are surrounded by one-of-a-kind pieces of art while watching Anthony work the dough and bake three pizzas at a time. The choice to have only one location allows for an obsessive focus on every detail.

Una has been awarded #1 pizzeria in the world by 50 Top Pizza for 2022 and 2024, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand, and recognized in media outlets including the TODAY Show, CBS Mornings, and Esquire.

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Reservations from 5 - 9:15pm. Reservations that have been traded or purchased through third party platforms will not be honored.

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Teresa

Dined 3 days ago

Best pizza in the town. Cool ambiance and very nice staff

SAINT RESTAURANT BAR & SPEAKEASY

4.7

4.7 (109)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

East Village

About the restaurant

Located 136 Second Avenue, the artfully-designed SAINT offers new American dishes with a globally inspired modern twist. Nestled in the heart of the grit and the glam.

The Speakeasy opens at 9PM Friday and Saturday.

Please, call or text the restaurant if you have any questions. We never use AI and you will always be chatting with a live person who actually works inside the restaurant. Large groups or special events can email EVENTS@saintny.com

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Jorge

Dined 2 days ago

The restaurant was a fun vibe, with a 90 min bottomless special. The food was great and the music was great!

Lips NYC

4.9

4.9 (1859)

$50 and over

American

Turtle Bay

About the restaurant

LIPS has been NYC's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for almost 30 years! Dinner, Drinks & Fabulous Drag Shows nightly, plus Brunch on Sat & Sun.
Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over that top drag queens.

DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY thru SUNDAY!

Wed: Wacky Wednesdays
Thur: The Divas Show
Fri: Glitz & Glam Dinner Shows
Sat: All You Can Drink Dragalicious Brunch, Glitz & Glam Dinner Shows plus the LATE NIGHT Dirty Show (18+ ONLY)

Sun: Broadway Brunch & The Diva's Show

-PRICES, MINIMUMS & COVERS BY NIGHT-

WED, THUR & SUN, $42 Dinner & Show Package (drinks additional) or Drinks & Show (2 drink min & $20 cover) |

FRI $59 Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) |

SAT 6 ($59) & 8:30pm PRIME TIME Show ($69) Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) |

SAT 11:30 DIRTY SHOW, 2 Drink Min + $20 Cover (18+ TO ENTER & 21+ TO DRINK) ALL ID'S WILL BE CHECKED! |

SAT & SUN - $49 All You Can Drink Brunch & Show |

(8.875% tax & 20% suggested tip additional) --

Age: 18+

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Ana

Dined 5 days ago

Lips is an awesome place to have fun, unwind, have dinners and drinks!!! We had an amazing time! Twiggy was our waitress and was so nice! We loved Sophia as well!!! Great job ladies! We will be back!!!

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👄SUNDAY DINNER & SHOW - MORGAN ROYELS DIVAS👄

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👄SUNDAY DRINKS & SHOW - MORGAN ROYELS DIVAS👄

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👄💄WACKY WEDNESDAY DINNER & DRAG SHOW 💅🏻👄

Bar Miller

4.9

4.9 (23)

$50 and over

Sushi

East Village

About the restaurant

Nestled in an intimate space in the East Village, Bar Miller is the showcase omakase restaurant from the sushi concept Rosella. Just a few blocks away, our 8-seat sushi bar is seated twice nightly for a tasting menu that features local, sustainably-sourced ingredients.

Domestic beer, wine, and cider shape a drink program that stays true to our approach to the menu, while the sake list highlights Brooklyn-based breweries and less conventional styles from Japan.

Bar Miller happily accommodates solo diners. Please email info@barmiller with your reservation request and we will follow up!

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Michele

Dined on May 22, 2025

The sushi was fantastic. TJ knows his sustainable locally sourced seafood.

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Experience

Sushi Bar Tasting Menu

Lounge On Pearl

4.8

4.8 (19)

$30 and under

Lounge

Financial District

About the restaurant

Step into a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lower Manhattan, our all-day lounge and bar beckons with a unique blend of comfort and sophistication. Immerse yourself in a space where modern aesthetics harmonize with vintage accents and opulent jewel tones beneath lofty ceilings. Whether you seek a productive workspace or a leisurely escape, this expansive lounge promises a chic haven away from the urban hustle.

Lounge on Pearl offers a curated selection of La Marchande's signature dishes under the guidance of Chef John Fraser. The menu showcases a lighter take on French cuisine, featuring delectable creations such as Mushroom Spring Rolls, Salted Cod & Scallop Fritters, and the indulgent Two Layer Club sandwich.

Helmed by Beverage Director Amy Racine, Lounge on Pearl boasts a martini-centric bar experience, from the timeless Not So Dirty Martini to the exotic French Martini.

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AmyRVIP

Dined on May 16, 2025

Best place for a martini on Wall St. The bar team Is so fun and can make all the classics. Love the signature drink menu and bites too.

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