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1. Sogno Toscano
4.8
Exceptional(129)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Village
Booked 20 times today
PLEASE NOTE:- RESERVATIONS ARE MEANT FOR FOOD AND DRINKS. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESERVATION FOR ONLY DRINKS. - Contact Information: The phone number provided is only a recording of our hours of operation. If you need to get in contact with us to CANCEL OR MODIFY your reservation, please use the OpenTable app or please reach out to: westvillage@sognotoscano.com- Coffee/Tea Service: we regret that we do not accept reservations for coffee or tea service only.- Complete Parties: to ensure a seamless dining experience, we kindly request complete parties only.- Laptop Policy: during peak hours, laptops are not permitted. Please consult your server for further details.Immerse yourself in a taste of Italy with our exquisite gourmet foods and imported wines. Experience the heart of Italy right here in the West Village at Sogno Toscano, 17 Perry Street.Vi aspettiamo!
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2. Hawksmoor NYC
4.5
Awesome(2965)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Gramercy Park
Booked 135 times today
Located in the heart of Gramercy in the restored Assembly Hall of the landmarked United Charities Building, Hawksmoor is a steak restaurant that celebrates all-natural, pasture-reared, and traditionally dry-aged beef. Our beef is seasoned simply with sea salt and cooked over live-fire charcoal. Our seafood is locally and sustainably sourced from northeastern waters and we use small-farm produce whenever possible. On Sunday afternoons Hawksmoor keeps with the tried-and-true British tradition and features a Sunday Roast. Completing our offerings are award-winning cocktails, including New York City's coldest martini, and a carefully curated wine selection. The restaurant houses 150 in the dining room and 35 in the bar area. There are also two private dining rooms that can hold 12 people and serve exclusive, family-style menus.
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3. La Pecora Bianca - Midtown
4.6
Exceptional(1138)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Midtown East
Booked 27 times today
La Pecora Bianca ("the white sheep") offers an unforgettable Italian dining experience in NYC, ideal for private dining, brunch, and takeout. Our menu showcases authentic Italian flavors with house-made pastas, like our signature rigatoni vodka and tagliatelle bolognese, alongside delicious pizzas-all crafted daily with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Join us for brunch, where Italian favorites meet modern tastes, or unwind with spritzes, negronis, and La Pecora Rosa organic rosé during aperitivo hour. Whether you're dining in our stylish space or enjoying our dishes at home, we bring the best of Italian cuisine to every meal.
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4. ilili
4.7
Exceptional(8115)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Gramercy Park
Booked 95 times today
Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.
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5. Barking Dog Hell's Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(422)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 18 times today
The Barking Dog is located in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. Outdoor seating all year around in the gorgeous Worldwide Plaza, steps away from Time Square & Theater District. The perfect place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! A vast array of dining selections and a full bar on premise, Barking Dog is the perfect stop for any meal, anytime. With a fun canine theme that includes doggy watering fountains outside, Barking Dog appeals to the stroller set as well as to older" kids".
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6. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC
4.6
Exceptional(8599)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 113 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. Rosa Mexicano by Lincoln Center
4.4
Awesome(9781)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lincoln Square
Booked 116 times today
Located directly across the street from Lincoln Center, Rosa Mexicano is the ideal destination for dinner before a performance, or a cocktail after the show. This impressive space features an award-winning, 30-foot iridescent blue tile water wall inspired by the cliff divers of Acapulco, designed by architect David Rockwell. Known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and its global explorations and inspirations.
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8. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina
4.6
Exceptional(416)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Upper East Side
Booked 16 times today
At San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina located in the Upper East Side of New York City, guests enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizzas, panuozzi and other Italian favorites. Panuozzi, which is made with charred pizza dough that is folded over and stuffed with tasty ingredients, is growing in popularity, especially in the New York City pizzeria scene. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina has mastered this unique dish with its selection of panuozzi. Because San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina is open until 11 p.m., it is a suitable place for late-night meals with family or friends. Sip on a glass of red or white wine while partaking in popular menu items like the pancetta panuozzo, which features dry-cured pancetta, provolone cheese, black pepper and artichokes, and the Diavola pizza, which is topped with fresh basil, homemade mozzarella, spicy soppressata and parmigiano reggiano.
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9. Good Enough to Eat
4.0
Excellent(170)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Upper West Side
Booked 1 time today
Good Enough to Eat has served American home cooking in the Upper West Side since 1981. Visitors from all over the world come to Good Enough to Eat to enjoy classic American food. They sit side by side with Upper West Side “regulars". The appetite for wholesome, authentic, traditional American food only seems to be growing.Please note we only take reservations for dinner,if you are hankering for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, please feel free to stop by.
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10. Wolfgang's Steak House - Times Square
4.6
Exceptional(3689)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Theater District
Booked 65 times today
TAKE-OUTMonday thru Thursday12 pm to 9:15 pmFriday & Saturday12 pm to 10 pmSunday12 pm to 9 pmWith 4 decades of experience, Wolfgang Zwiener didn't duplicate an exceptional steakhouse, he improved on it to make Wolfgang's Steakhouse exceptional. The porterhouse steak for one, two, four or more, is an outstanding choice. The atmosphere, expanded menu & professional service will appeal to even the most exacting diners. Wolfgang's is pleased to add this location in the heart of Midtown East.

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