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A photo of Palma restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3503)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 49 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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4.6
Exceptional(102)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 31 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.From July 23 to July 26, we’ll be hosting a multi-night experience exclusively for Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers. Book now: https://www.opentable.com/r/chez-fifi-nyc/sapphire-summer-reservedPlease 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!
A photo of Roscioli - The Roman Feast restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(40)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 18 times today
The famed Roscioli in Rome — yes, that one — is now in the heart of New York’s Soho neighborhood. Our Roman Feast style menu is served on the lower level of 43 MacDougal Street (down the flight of stairs on King Street). We serve an incredible prix fixe feast, featuring seasonal produce and classic Roman pastas. Our wine team carefully curates a wine pairing featuring exclusive, small batch wines directly from our favorite producers in Italy. Or, opt for our reserve pairing to experience hard-to-find gems from our cellar. CANCELLATION POLICY: Please cancel at least 48 hours in advance. Cancellations within 48 hours incur a $50 per person fee. For emergencies, email ciao@rosciolinyc.com. Lowering the guest count will be subject to a charge of $50 per person. WE DO NOT HAVE A PHONE.Please note that there is a flight of stairs down to this room and unfortunately it is not ADA accessible.
A photo of Il Cantinori restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2273)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • East Village
Booked 36 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.
A photo of La Grande Boucherie NYC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(9241)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Midtown West
Booked 266 times today
With a dazzling dining gallery featuring 40’ glass ceilings, this one-of-a-kind brasserie is built in the tradition of the Belle Époque, inspired by elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style. The menu features French classics and timeless bistro favorites, with a focus on prime cuts and an in-house meat program. In addition to an extensive wine list and classic cocktails, La Grande Boucherie also features an inspired menu of absinthe-driven signature drinks. We look forward to welcoming you!*Please note that kitchen hours may differ.
A photo of Cafe Zaffri restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(116)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Union Square
Booked 16 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.
A photo of Cathédrale restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2693)
Price: Expensive
• French • East Village
Booked 53 times today
Cathédrale is a French-Mediterranean restaurant by Tao Group Hospitality Chef/Partner Ralph Scamardella, in collaboration with Executive Chef Jason Hall (formerly of acclaimed restaurants like Gotham Bar & Grill, Anthos and Craft). The menu brings elemental, ingredient-driven cooking to the forefront, evoking the grandeur of the past while remaining contemporary in its execution. Dishes put pleasure over spectacle, taking inspiration from Southern France with traces of Italy, Spain and Greece as seen in our signature Potato Chip Omelette, Black Truffle Fettuccine, 14oz Entrecôte Au Poivre, as well as our 48 oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu Tomahawk.
A photo of The Crosby Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(995)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 24 times today
The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.
A photo of The River Cafe restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(9325)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • DUMBO
Booked 60 times today
The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.
A photo of Tokyo Record Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(22)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Greenwich Village
Booked 18 times today
Tokyo Record Bar: Two Experiences, One SoundtrackDownstairs, the Vinyl Jukebox offers an intimate, seven-course Tasting Menu by Chef Ignacia Valdes. Inspired by Japan’s vinyl jewel boxes, this izakaya-style dinner invites guests to help curate the night’s soundtrack from our extensive vinyl collection on a McIntosh Audiophile System. It’s a playful, high-energy dining experience where food and music go hand in hand.Upstairs, the Cocktail Bar keeps the vibe going with a more laid-back mood. Expect nightly DJs spinning everything from Classic Rock to Bossa Nova, alongside Japanese-inspired snacks and light bites. It’s the perfect spot to sip, snack, and let the night unfold. We accept reservations for 5+ guests and take walk-ins all night!Cancellation Policies:Vinyl Jukebox: Cancellations within 48 hours incur an $85 per person fee.Cocktail Bar: Cancellations within 24 hours incur a $25 per person fee.
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