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1. Vida Garden
4.6
Exceptional(49)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Englewood
Booked 3 times today
Located in the heart of Englewood, NJ, Vida Garden is where elevated American cuisine meets a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere. Our lush outdoor patio sets the scene for everything from sunny brunches to unforgettable nights under the stars.Unwind with premium hookah, enjoy handcrafted cocktails at our lively indoor and outdoor bars, and catch unbeatable happy hour specials. On select nights, the vibe comes alive with live DJs spinning the perfect soundtrack to your evening — making Vida Garden the ultimate spot to eat, drink, and dance the night away.Whether you're here for casual bites, weekend fun, or a night out with friends, Vida Garden is your go-to destination for great food, smooth drinks, and unforgettable energy in Englewood.
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2. Villa Amalfi
4.7
Exceptional(174)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cliffside Park
Booked 2 times today
Upscale Italian restaurant with classic furnishing, old school white table clothes, and delicious dishes rooted from the Amalfi Coast
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3. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(1047)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 41 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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4. SAPPE
4.7
Exceptional(138)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Greenwich Village
Booked 124 times today
SAPPE is a trip to explore something unique, authentic and ethereal. Our guest will be indulged and pampered through all their five perceptions; visual, auditory, olfactory, haptic and gustatory. SAPPE is the extraordinary place where people come to rejoice and revel. The train market and street food style are what SAPPE aim to offer. The vibe of bustling ambience of train station, the food stalls that offer street bites ‘ปิ้งย่าง (Ping-Yang)’ which is variety of grilled goodies on bamboo skewers and BBQ, as well as the bold flavor of E-San style cuisine are what SAPPE is looking to introduce.
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5. The Leopard at des Artistes
4.7
Exceptional(3368)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 36 times today
Located in the New York landmarked Hotel Des Artistes, and surrounded by the astonishing 1920s murals by Howard Chandler Christy, THE LEOPARD at des Artistes cuisine respect the rich Italian cultural traditions, the absolute quality of ingredients, and the balance between dishes based on rural elements, such as pasta, vegetables, cheese, and seafood ingredients from the Mediterranean. We look forward to welcoming you to our home, in one of the most iconic spaces in New York City, Hotel des Artistes. Buon appetito!
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6. Sugar Factory - Time Square
3.3
Good(1066)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Theater District
Booked 51 times today
Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot, expands in New York with their new Times Square location. The family-friendly, high-energy, celebration destination known for its sweets and treats is set to open in New Yorks famous Times Square.“Our high-energy, sweet restaurant is enjoyed by guests across the state of New York, and we’re excited to introduce our brand to the residents of Manhattan,” shares Sugar Factory owner Charissa Davidovici. “From our colorful and vibrant dishes, to our over-the-top desserts, every moment at Sugar Factory Jacksonville will offer guests an extremely memorable and instagrammable experience from the minute they walk in to the minute they leave.”
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7. Benihana - New York, NY
4.3
Awesome(5635)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 51 times today
Benihana in New York is a fun dining spot with a unique dining experience. It's a lively place with personal chefs performing the ancient art of Teppanyaki right in front of guests. As one reviewer said, 'The chef's entertainment' makes for a 'fun and delicious' meal. Kids love the interactive 'cooking show' and the festive atmosphere. It's a great spot for family dinners and birthday celebrations.
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8. Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square
4.3
Awesome(4810)
Price: Moderate
• American • Theater District
Booked 86 times today
Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square is a fun place to dine, as described by customers. It's an awesome music-stylized restaurant with a vibrant ambiance that guests love. The food is delicious, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is energetic. Customers say it's a great place to have fun, eat good food, and that the restaurant is full of props to wander around and look at. It's also a great place for memorabilia lovers.
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9. Friedman's - Theater District
4.5
Awesome(854)
Price: Moderate
• American • Theater District
Friedman’s at the Edison is an experience all should have when visiting Times Square. Whether it's pre-theatre, after a show or just browsing the area - we're a must do. Located inside the art deco Hotel Edison, our exquisite dining room is truly breathtaking. Friedman's is proud to announce our partnership with Gayle’s Broadway Rose - Singing Servers! Enjoy live music during dinner services on select days. See Upcoming Events below. We consider ourselves the gluten-free pioneers of NYC and our food is always delicious. Dinner at Friedman's consists of classics like Moms Famous Meatloaf, Pan-Seared Ginger Salmon and Chicken & Waffles. With a wide range of options for vegetarians and vegans, we know how to make anyone feel like family.Our extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails shouldn't go unnoticed either. Join us at our wrap around bar before your meal in the dining room.
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10. The Dickens
4.6
Exceptional(122)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 28 times today
The Dickens is a literary-themed cocktail bar and restaurant located in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, New York City. This venue offers a complete experience for dinner, drinks, and dancing, featuring six unique spaces, including a rooftop bar. The Dickens is celebrated for its inventive cocktails and tasty food, all within an inclusive and immersive atmosphere.
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