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1. Gjelina - New York
4.6
Exceptional(150)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • East Village
Booked 187 times today
Gjelina is a restaurant that serves locally-sourced, produce-forward food with menus guided by conversations and long-standing relationships with farmers, local ranchers, fishermen, and co-ops. Our first location Gjelina LA in Venice Beach opened in 2008 becoming a staple in the local community. We are currently open for lunch, brunch, and dinner services.
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2. Nami Nori West Village
4.8
Exceptional(156)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Greenwich Village
Booked 82 times today
Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.
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3. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village
4.7
Exceptional(381)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • West Village
Booked 99 times today
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Little Ruby’s West Village is be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.
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4. Legasea Bar & Grill
4.3
Awesome(1881)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West
Booked 74 times today
Known for the best Ribeye deals in Midtown! Legasea Bar & Grill is a fresh take on bar & grill classics with a fun-casual atmosphere for an entertaining dining experience. Open for lunch, happy hour & dinner, enjoy a lively bar scene & inviting dining room that provides guests with an unforgettable evening full of good food & good company. Menu highlights include American bar & grill favorites. Experience our $55 Unlimited Ribeye & Fries (available Sundays, Mondays & the day after every Knicks home game win) & with purchase, pair with a $6 Rosé or $6 American Lager. Or, enjoy our new $42 Ribeye special available daily. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour every Mon - Fri from 3PM - 6:30PM including $2 Oysters, $4 Fries, $6 Beer, $8 Wine & $10 Martinis. Available at the bar only. Walk-ins welcome.Located in the heart of Midtown, located just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, Theater District, & Times Square.
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5. ONE Dine at One World Observatory
4.5
Awesome(4926)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 29 times today
Enjoy elevated American cuisine and sprawling views from the highest point in the city at ONE Dine! 🔷For a la carte reservations, tickets to One World Observatory are required to access the restaurant. Take advantage of an exclusive ticket offer here: https://bit.ly/owo-a-la-carte. 🔷 One World Observatory is a cashless operation. Onsite reverse ATM’s are available for cash conversions. The Observatory accepts all major Credit/Debit Cards.If purchasing a dining experience package, tickets to the observatory are included! Your tickets can be picked up at the Guest Services desk in the lower lobby of One World Observatory. For all patrons, we recommend arriving at least 45 minutes prior to your set reservation time to truly enjoy your dual access to ONE Dine and One World Observatory! Reservations will be held for up to 15 minutes after set reservation times. Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday: 12 pm - 10 pm*Parties of 8 or more contact: GROUPDINING@ONEWORLDOBSERVATORY.COM.
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6. The Smith - Nomad
4.6
Exceptional(5945)
Price: Moderate
• American • Gramercy Park
Booked 181 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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7. Bar Kabawa
4.8
Exceptional(13)
Price: Very Expensive
• Caribbean • East Village
Booked 7 times today
While we do offer reservations each night, we save half the room for walk-ins too. Come on by! | Bar Kabawa is a wine and daiquiri bar from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku celebrating the flavors of the Caribbean in the heart of the East Village. Drawing inspiration from Chef Paul's culinary journey, the menu features daiquiris, wines by the glass, and a compact list of patties and raw bar bites. Bar Kabawa is a place to relax, enjoy, and feel at home—whether you're dropping in for a casual drink or gathering with friends.
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8. RoofTop at Exchange Place
4.2
Awesome(582)
Price: Expensive
• American • Jersey City
Booked 23 times today
The Rooftop will be closed March 23, 2025 - April 19, 2025 ; Re-opening on Easter April 20, 2025.Please join us on the Indoor Terrace Level for all dining and bar services!Same Rooftop views from behind the glass! The RoofTop at Exchange Place is an indoor and outdoor, all season venue featuring a full menu and specialty cocktails. The RoofTop at Exchange Place restaurant tops Jersey City’s must-see lists with its stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Statue of Liberty and beyond. The RoofTop at Exchange Place provides year-round urban chic vibes with its retractable glass roof and walls which creates the perfect setting for craft cocktails and chef curated small bites with a view. Take advantage of the outdoor patio with the fireplace to watch the sunset dance over the NYC buildings. We don't request credit card information over the phone or website
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9. Demo
4.9
Exceptional(128)
Price: Expensive
• European • West Village
Booked 23 times today
Demo is a restaurant in the West Village serving modern, Europe-inspired cuisine from Executive Chef Quang Nguyen and Sous Chef Dina Fan. Inventive seasonal dishes—like wax beans with bottarga and boquerones—share the menu with updated classics like beef tongue tonnato, alongside a carefully curated list of wines by glass and bottle. The sleek interior, tastefully adorned with red marble and dark wood, hosts a front bar for walk-ins as well as a chef's counter in the back.Please note: We are a small restaurant. Reservations in the dining room and at the chef's counter are intended for dinner. For drinks and snacks we accept walk-ins at the front bar. Thank you for your understanding.
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10. Little Ruby's Cafe - SoHo
4.6
Exceptional(7)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • NoLita
Booked 24 times today
Established in 2002, Ruby’s prides itself on using fresh local products balanced with Australian culinary influences to provide the local and international community with some of the best food, espresso coffee, and drinks in New York City. Operating 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ruby’s offers an acclaimed varied menu, home to the famous bronte burger, and accompanied by a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere, it truly is a unique experience.We do not take reservations, we seat guests on a first-come first-served basis.Unfortunately, we do not accept waitlist reservations via phone. Thanks, maaate!

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