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1. Don Angie
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4.9
Exceptional(19)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 86 times today
Don Angie is an intimate restaurant serving up a modern ode to Italian-American cuisine by husband and wife chefs and co-owners Angela Rito and Scott Tacinelli, in partnership with Quality Branded. Located in the heart of New York City’s West Village, the restaurant’s menu reimagines comforting dishes from Angie and Scott’s childhoods, with distinctive twists, often drawing inspiration from their collective travels. Shortly after opening, Don Angie earned a 2-star critic’s pick review from the New York Times and named one of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in America in 2018. Scott and Angie earned nominations from the James Beard Foundation in 2019, 2020 2022, and 2025. In May 2021, Don Angie was awarded a Michelin star.
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2. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3294)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 92 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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3. Obvio
4.5
Awesome(30)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Midtown
Booked 45 times today
A new restaurant and late-night bar born from the collaboration between Santa Cruz Co. and JF Restaurants, Obvio is where distinctive design, exceptional cocktails, and imaginative cuisine converge.More drinks. More music. More fun.Need to Know: Please be advised that Obvio maintains an elegant dress code and as such requires guests to be well attired at all times. The following items are respectfully discouraged: athletic wear, flip-flops or casual sandals, tank tops, t-shirts, and baseball caps. Entry may be refused to anyone unsuitably dressed.
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4. Chez Fifi
4.7
Exceptional(73)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 26 times today
A new French bistro nestled in a historic townhouse on the Upper East Side. In the main dining room, Executive Chef Zack Zeidman delivers Parisian classics with Basque flair. Upstairs at Salon de Fifi a l’Étage, master mixologist Yumi Nemoto showcases innovative signature cocktails, served alongside light bites from the kitchen below.Please direct private dining inquiries to reservations@chezfifinyc.com. Kindly note that we do not take standard reservations over email. We look forward to dining with you!
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5. Cafe Zaffri
4.4
Awesome(84)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Union Square
Booked 40 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. Palma
4.8
Exceptional(3472)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 39 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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7. Raf's
4.7
Exceptional(51)
Price: Very Expensive
• Café • NoHo
Booked 11 times today
This homage to Little Italy, from the same team behind Michelin-starred The Musket Room, has everything you could want, from outstanding pastries courtesy of Camari Mick and incredible entrees from Mary Attea.
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8. Il Cantinori
4.8
Exceptional(2257)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • East Village
Booked 24 times today
Il Cantinori is a romantic gem in Greenwich Village, NYC. Its warm, rustic, farmhouse setting, filled with voluminous floral arrangements, creates a cozy, romantic atmosphere. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'quiet, romantic' spot with 'actual space between the tables' allowing 'actual conversation.' Another noted it's a 'beautiful setting - the rooms, tables, attention to detail' and a 'beautiful environment' perfect for special occasions.
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9. Zimmi's
4.7
Exceptional(150)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Greenwich Village
Booked 49 times today
A reimagined take on French cuisine in the West Village, where Chef Maxime Pradié’s menu draws from the flavors of the South of France and the culinary traditions of his Franco-Italian roots. We hope you’ll join us in our intimate space at 72 Bedford Street, which features the work of local crafts people, to experience our seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes and our thoughtfully curated wine and spirits program by our beverage team, Jenni Guizio and Cory Holt.
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10. Frenchette
4.7
Exceptional(96)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 74 times today
Warmly elegant, Frenchette features a veteran kitchen serving a dining room that melds Old World glamour with New York energy. From breakfast through late-night, chefs Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr make the most of their kitchen’s rotisserie and Robata grill with daily specials crowning a menu that features Duck Frites, Turbot for Two and Spit-Roasted Lobster, all approached with a lighter, more contemporary touch. Aperitif-based cocktails are served at the striking pewter bar and an impressive selection of natural wines is on offer.

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Discover best romantic restaurants in East Village

Discover the enchanting allure of romantic dining in New York City's East Village, a neighborhood celebrated for its vibrant and eclectic dining scene. Here, you'll find a curated selection of restaurants that specialize in creating intimate and memorable dining experiences, perfect for a romantic evening out. From cozy Italian bistros with rustic charm to innovative rooftop bars offering stunning views, each venue is designed to foster connection and conversation. The East Village is renowned for its diverse culinary offerings and inviting atmospheres, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a romantic meal. Whether you're captivated by the warm, inviting ambiance of a traditional setting or the dynamic, lively vibe of a modern eatery, the East Village caters to all tastes and preferences. Indulge in a gastronomic journey where each restaurant's thoughtful decor, exceptional service, and exquisite cuisine combine to create the perfect backdrop for a romantic date night. Experience the best of romantic dining in the heart of Manhattan, where every meal is an opportunity to create lasting memories.

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