Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Mill Basin

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AstoriaBensonhurstChelseaGramercy ParkMidtown EastNoHo

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1. ABC Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(6564)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Gramercy Park

Booked 53 times today

Since opening in 2010, situated steps away from the Union Square Greenmarket, abc kitchen has celebrated community and local producers. Specializing in seasonal American cuisine with Jean-Georges’ signature touch (spice, acidity and Asian flares sprinkled throughout), abc kitchen is a Jean-Georges restaurant that partners with a diverse network of farmers and purveyors including Norwich Meadows Farm, Eckerton Hill Farm, Bodhi Tree Farm, Lani’s, and many more. The restaurant’s regularly rotating food and beverage menus showcase organic ingredients, ranging from fresh greens to meats and fruits. Set amidst rich natural woods, abc kitchen offers a cozy ambiance that invites guests to savor celebrated seasonal dishes and local harvests in a warm and inviting setting.

2. Casa Bond

4.4

Awesome(124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • NoHo

Booked 10 times today

Casa Bond offers a vibrant dining experience, blending creative, modern Mexican cuisine with a chic, Bohemian atmosphere. Named one of "New York's Best New Restaurants of 2023" by the Financial Times, we’re known for standout dishes like Aguachile and Gobernador Tacos. Join us for an unforgettable meal that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. Perfect for those seeking top-notch service, exceptional food, and a lively, artistic ambiance.

3. Cavatappi

4.8

Exceptional(76)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bensonhurst

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Cavatappi Italian Restaurant - a family owned & operated establishment - located in the heart of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn. Our modern and cozy atmosphere is the perfect setting for a delicious meal. Our menu features a variety of classic Italian dishes, as well as some unique twists. Be sure to try our signature Kansas City pork chop, pan seared then baked to perfection and served with a side of parsnip apple sauce. Whether you're in the mood for pasta, seafood, or a hearty meat dish, we have something for everyone.We look forward to serving you at Cavatappi Italian Restaurant, where you can enjoy adelicious meal in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Buon apetito!

4. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(109)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Booked 7 times today

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

5. Pastavino

4.8

Exceptional(404)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Stapleton

Booked 13 times today

Pastavino translates to pasta & wine, the quintessential Italian experience, drawing inspiration from the traditional trattorias & enotecas throughout Italy. Michelin Star Chef Josh Laurano's menu focuses on modern interpretations of familiar Italian flavors, house made pastas, focaccia & secondi. We pride ourselves on seasonality, using local ingredients, and allowing them to be the soul of the menu - Materia Prima. If you do not see your desired time or party size please check RESY or call the restaurant directly . We do not put all tables online to allow for phone reservations and walk in's. Please include all guests in your party including those who may be in strollers or high chairs. While we love to celebrate life's special occasions with you, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing balloons into our dining rooms.We try our best to accomodate all requests and preferences, however tables located along the window are seated on a first come first served basis.

6. Nin Hao

new

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Prospect Heights

Booked 9 times today

Nin Hao reinterprets contemporary Chinese dining by emphasizing the rich flavors inherent to Fujianese cuisine. Our weekend brunch integrates traditional Cantonese dim sum with cherished Fujianese breakfast dishes, evoking nostalgic childhood memories. Additionally, our newly introduced weekday Chinese lunch bento box is a laptop-friendly café, designed to facilitate a more productive lunch experience for our local community.The Star wine list, meticulously curated by Irvan Xu Lin & Zwann Grays, showcases a variety of sustainable growers. Our current season wine director, Ren Peir's wine by the glass list primarily features wines from Eastern Europe and the Middle East, Regions that initially drew her into the world of wine. Our cocktails are partially crafted by the head bartender from one of the 50 best bars that are inspired by regional food in Taiwan and China.

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7. Basta Pasta Ristorante Italiano

new

4.7

Exceptional(122)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Chelsea

Booked 13 times today

Basta Pasta was first established in Tokyo, Japan in 1985.After success in Tokyo, Basta Pasta NYC opened it’s doors in Chelsea in 1990.The restaurant was designed as a kitchen theater with an open dining room in an ever rotating art gallery setting. It was quickly celebrated as a unique dining experience and has become a beloved neighborhood spot for many locals.Executive chef Takada’s authentic, yet creative Italian dishes have been attracting and intriguing people from all over the world for almost three decades.The interior of Basta Pasta comes with cozy seating and an open kitchen view. Its casual ambiance makes it a good choice for a midweek lunch or a romantic dinner. Basta Pasta is open for lunch between noon and 2.30 p.m. and then for dinner between 6.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. every day.

A photo of Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria restaurant

8. Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

4.2

Awesome(322)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Astoria

Booked 4 times today

Our Story The goal – to guarantee a wonderful meal with authentic cuisine and fabulous margaritas, serve over 50 artisanal and ancestral mezcals, and over 100 different types of tequila brands in a vibrant unique atmosphere that boasts excellent service. Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine opened in Astoria in 2021 with such a wonderful and successful home run that a second location opened in Patchogue in March 2022. Ruta Oaxaca means “Road to Oaxaca,” a historic state in the southern part of Mexico. Mr. Castillo and his Partners are keenly focused on honoring Oaxacan culinary traditions, whose fame is derived in great part from its many varieties of moles. By legend, these ancient recipes are more than sauces, they are the very focus of the meal. Ruta Oaxaca proudly features four moles, each prepared using the Oaxacan mole recipes that have made the cuisine world famous. Visit us at our locations in Astoria 929-349-1228 Patchogue 631-569-2233 Woodbury 516-515-9620 Brooklyn 718-576-1507

9. Da Raffaele - NYC

4.8

Exceptional(480)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown East

Booked 3 times today

Da Raffaele's is a warm and inviting Italian restaurant.

10. Convivium Osteria

new

4.5

Awesome(1139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Park Slope

Convivium Osteria is a rustic romantic and transporting Italian restaurant featuring traditional regional cuisine. Our two dining rooms are perfect for large gatherings or small intimate dinners, is the perfect environment to taste authentic cuisine featuring local and organic. You may dine in our wine cellar and select a wine from our list of over 300 wines.

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MichaelVIP
New York City •72 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
ABC Kitchen was excellent. It's a very nice space - classy but not stuffy. The service is quick and high-quality. The menu is very good and the food prep is as good as you would expect from a Jean-Georges restaurant. The wine list was even better than expected as well.
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ABC KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Gramercy Park
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4.5
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Nils Henrik
1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Fantastic dining experience! Reassuringly expensive!
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ASKAPrice: Very Expensive• Nordic• Williamsburg
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4.9
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MichaelVIP
New York City •40 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
Could be my new favorite Italian restaurant in Brooklyn.
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CavatappiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bensonhurst
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4.8
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imani
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
Went to Casa bond for my friends birthday and it was honestly so amazing. They were very accommodating and the food was amazing. Out waiter Sebastian was amazing and handled our party of 13 so well. Will definitely be going back!
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Casa BondPrice: Expensive• Mexican• NoHo
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4.4
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Joey
Southwest Florida •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 13, 2025
Just ALWAYS an amazing experience eating at ANY of Victor Rallo restaurants. Food is on point as was our server Theresa... Great escarola salad..meatballs..bronzino..fregola...seafood pasta and the best wine selection ..Vermintino was excellent..BATTS loves this place
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PastavinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Stapleton
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4.8

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