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A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ – Long Island City, NY | Hunters Point restaurant
1. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ – Long Island City, NY | Hunters Point
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4.4
Awesome(12)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Long Island City
Booked 53 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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2. R40
4.7
Exceptional(348)
Price: Moderate
• Argentinean • Long Island City
Booked 16 times today
R40 is an innovative Argentinian restaurant located in the heart of Long Island City. We feature an open kitchen equipped with a wood burning parilla, a seasonal backyard oasis and locally sourced food prepared with thoughtfulness.At R40 we embrace our love for hospitality through community, culture, and creativity.
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3. Aurora - Williamsburg
4.9
Exceptional(1735)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Williamsburg
Booked 21 times today
Established over a decade ago, Aurora restaurant is a landmark of the Italian cuisine in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg. Aurora creates a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, with a great respect for seasonality, by combining top quality Italian imports, sustainably grown local produce and house-made specialties. The wine program offers a list of over 150 labels, along with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a full liquor bar. The rustic and charming dining room with exposed brick walls and high ceilings, opens to an intimate, leafy garden, enclosed during the colder months, and perfect for a relaxing dinner "al fresco" during the warm season. Aurora is a great spot for a romantic date, a casual getting together with friends, or private events.
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4. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(1061)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 32 times today
Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.
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5. Cafe Zaffri
4.4
Awesome(84)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Union Square
Booked 42 times today
Cafe Zaffri, lovingly known as “Zaf’s”, is the third dining concept from the acclaimed team behind New York City mainstays Raf’s and The Musket Room. Located inside The Twenty Two New York, a hotel and private members club located in Union Square. The sprawling restaurant will be open to the public and serve modern interpretations on Levantine cuisine and its diaspora.
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6. Bad Roman
4.6
Exceptional(2650)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 245 times today
A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.
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7. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3294)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 109 times today
BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.
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8. Soothr
4.7
Exceptional(292)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • East Village
Booked 175 times today
Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.
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9. Palma
4.8
Exceptional(3472)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 59 times today
Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.
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10. Nobu Fifty Seven
4.7
Exceptional(6365)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 171 times today
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.

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Discover best date night restaurants in Long Island City

Long Island City, Queens, offers a vibrant dining scene perfect for those planning a memorable date night. Nestled in New York City, this area boasts a selection of restaurants that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences, ensuring that every couple can find a spot that resonates with their unique style. Each restaurant in this locale is known for its distinctive ambiance, ranging from intimate and cozy settings to more dynamic and visually striking environments, all designed to enhance the romantic experience. Patrons can expect to enjoy a diverse array of culinary offerings, from gourmet dishes crafted with local ingredients to innovative cocktails and fine wines. Many of these establishments also offer breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, adding an extra touch of magic to the evening. Their commitment to providing excellent service and a memorable dining experience is consistently noted by visitors. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just seeking a beautiful night out, Long Island City's restaurant scene provides the perfect backdrop for a date night.

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