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1. THE GAMEROOM powered by Hasbro

3.6

Very Good(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • East Rutherford

Booked 5 times today

THE GAMEROOM, Powered by Hasbro - a revolutionary entertainment concept that is all about bringing people together to play. Our exceptional collection of immersive experiences has been carefully curated with the iconic and beloved content of Hasbro, and features exceptional food and beverage offerings.

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2. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(1053)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 50 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.

3. Palma

4.8

Exceptional(3466)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 64 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.

4. Ella Funt

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4.0

Excellent(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • East Village

Booked 1 time 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.

5. SAPPE

4.7

Exceptional(139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Greenwich Village

Booked 134 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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6. The Leopard at des Artistes

4.7

Exceptional(3371)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 33 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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7. Sugar Factory - Time Square

3.3

Good(1076)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Theater District

Booked 53 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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8. Benihana - New York, NY

4.3

Awesome(5634)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 96 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.

9. The Dickens

4.6

Exceptional(124)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 25 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.

10. Monte's Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2347)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 17 times today

Monte's Trattoria is an Italian Restaurant located in the heart of Greenwich Village on MacDougal Street between West 3rd and Bleecker. This vintage Italian restaurant has existed since 1918 and the Mosconi family has continued its rich tradition. Chef Pietro Mosconi delivers authentic Northern Italian dishes from his region of Emilia-Romagna and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. You'll find a friendly cozy atmosphere. The waiters and bartenders, whom you'll know by name, are always affable and ready to please. Dine as a couple for a romantic dinner, a small private party or as a large group while you take in the sites, sounds and tastes of Greenwich Village. Come to Monte's Trattoria Restaurant where you'll be treated like family!

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Lexi
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I highly recommend Aunt Jake’s Pasta making class!! It was a great experience, and I can honestly say I feel confident to make pasta now. There are many class options, but I recommend being the first class (5pm) because you get the restaurant to yourself, creating a more personable experience. The staff could not be friendlier, and they do an incredible job!! On top of all of that - the food was delicious :)
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Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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4.9
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Julia
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The perfect cozy Italian date night in the west village!!
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PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.8
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Nazarene
1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This place has incredible food and a fantastic staff. I highly recommend it if you’re looking to enjoy great meals and have fun with arcade games.
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THE GAMEROOM powered by HasbroPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• East Rutherford
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3.6
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Ethan
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 30, 2025
Excellent hospitality, great drinks, and consistently excellent food. Always impressed with the quality of the experience when all of these things come together.
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SAPPEPrice: Expensive• Thai• Greenwich Village
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4.7

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