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1. Buddakan NY
4.6
Exceptional(16369)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Meatpacking District
Booked 141 times today
The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattancombines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates.
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2. TAO Uptown
4.5
Awesome(14667)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Midtown East
Booked 117 times today
A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.
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3. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge
3.9
Excellent(3710)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 124 times today
Experience New York City’s largest all-season indoor and outdoor rooftop bar featuring multiple bars, live DJs, bar bites, cocktails, rotating seasonal pop-ups, and epic views of the Empire State Building skyline. Located on the 18th floor, this rooftop bar offers unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and is situated in the heart of Midtown, just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, the Theater District, and Times Square.We are a 21+ venue, except during our brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 3 pm, which is open to all ages. Physical ID is required; copies are not accepted. All reservations have a 15-minute grace period.Reservations are optional. Walk-ins and large groups are strongly encouraged.
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4. Sprouts Chef Training NYC Fundraising Gala
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Union Square
Join us at Mission Ceviche Union Square for an evening of fine dining, philanthropy, & community impact at the Sprouts Chef Training NYC Fundraising Gala!A one-of-a-kind event celebrating the power of culinary mentorship and career development for underprivileged youth.This exclusive NYC gala brings together Michelin-starred chefs, top restaurateurs, philanthropists, & industry leaders to support Sprouts’ mission—providing youth with the skills, training, & opportunities to build meaningful careers.Location: Mission Ceviche Union Square-5:00 | VIP Hour - Passed Appetizers, Speciality Cocktail, + Guest Chefs (Additional ticket required)-6:00 | Seated Dinner + Main Program – Chef Trainee Spotlight, Live Auction & Paddle RaiseFeatured Chefs José Luis Chavez | Mission CevicheLuis Miguel Lising | MargotAyaka Guido | ABC KitchenNoah Ponjuan | The Musket RoomQuilla Gamarra | Raf’sFredrik Berselius | AskaMatthew Lee & Jeffrey Kim | NudibranchFany Gerson | Fan-Fan Doughnuts
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5. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(1041)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 22 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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6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village
4.7
Exceptional(381)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • West Village
Booked 121 times today
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Little Ruby’s West Village is be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.
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7. Caviar Russe
4.9
Exceptional(917)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Midtown East
Booked 9 times today
Located in the heart of Midtown, Caviar Russe offers two distinct dining experiences, The Bar & Lounge and The Dining Room. In the Bar & Lounge enjoy all the best of Caviar Russe in a relaxed and refined setting featuring caviar, raw bar and fun bites all paired with fantastic wines, champagnes and cocktails. The Dining room presents a Michelin Starred fine dining experience paired with an extensive selection of Caviar Russe's exclusive caviar, enjoy a 3 or 6 course tasting menu with all items available to order à la carte.
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8. Ella Funt
new
4.0
Excellent(0)
Price: Moderate
• French • East Village
Booked 2 times today
Ella Funt is a modern French restaurant serving a unique take on French cuisine in the heart of New York. Under the culinary guidance of Alexandros Gkoutsi use French cuisine as a vehicle for the best in- seasonal ingredients with a twist, serving food that is expertly crafted to be both complex yet welcoming. Named after the legendary Club 82 drag artist, Ella Funt offers French New York dining in a signature bar space in which to look and be seen.
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9. Il Fiorista
4.7
Exceptional(304)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • NoMad
Booked 26 times today
This beautiful restaurant is a short walk away from Madison Square Park, Il Fiorista means The Florist in Italian, where we explore botanical ingredients in our brunch, dinner, and bar menus. Much like Italian cuisine this allows for local and seasonal produce, we source from the Union Square Greenmarket and local producers. Il Fiorista is open seven days a week for dinner and aperitivo hour, also weekend brunch with indoor and patio seating featuring specials from our extensive wine list and cocktails. Also our private dining is available for large parties and events.
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10. Joanne Trattoria
4.4
Awesome(3243)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lincoln Square
Booked 38 times today
For parties of 15 or more guests please go to www.joannenyc.com/private-events or text "Party" to 212-721-0068Joanne LIVE Entertainment Daily and Special Concert Tribute ShowsJoanne brings to you the flavors of a home-cooked Italian meal. The restaurant offers a romantic setting of timeless charm with fireplaces, an open patio, a private dining room, and a cozy bar. The menu and service reflect the warmth and attention of being a house. Some regulars say "it has the look and feel of Greenwich Village on the Upper West Side"We feature fresh pasta, artisanal pizza & other great Italian staples, like chicken scarpariello, eggplant parmigiana, & lasagna. We have many vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.Joanne is conveniently located near Lincoln Center, the Beacon Theater, the Museum of Natural History & Central Park.Private parties, catering, and take-out are also available.

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