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1. Gargiulo's Coney Island
4.7
Exceptional(835)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Coney Island
Booked 13 times today
For a taste of Italy in the heart of Brooklyn, look no further than Gargiulo’s. We are an authentic Italian restaurant serving delicious, traditional Neapolitan fare made from family recipes that have stood the test of time. Our food is unbeatable, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and cooked in-house with care. Gargiulo’s has been family owned and operated since 1907, making us a Brooklyn staple and a Coney Island favorite for over a century. We have a huge dining area, perfect for enjoying a lunch with coworkers or a romantic dinner for two. In addition to lunch and dinner, we also offer private dining rooms that can host anywhere from 20 to 400 people. We also provide catering, so your next corporate meeting, party, wedding reception or event just got a lot tastier!
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2. Fraunces Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(3211)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Financial District
Booked 93 times today
Fraunces Tavern Restaurant, est. 1762, is a historic landmark in FiDi. Offering small batch craft & specialty beers, handcrafted cocktails, & 1000+ spirits, experience the delectable flavors of thoughtfully prepared American cuisine, featuring our farm-to-table ingredients. The establishment boasts 7 distinct spaces, each providing exceptional options for both public & private experiences alike. Invite friends to sit around the warm fire in the Dingle Whiskey Bar or gather & mingle in The Wine Room. Host a formal event under the crystal chandeliers in the Washington Room for a private dining experience. Whether you prefer the Independence or Hideout Bar, both offer a fun and informal atmosphere to enjoy happy hour with friends. Experience the secluded charm of The Piano Bar Upstairs, to enjoy exquisite food, drinks, and live music in a relaxed atmosphere. If you're a history buff, visit the Bissell room to view the beautiful mural painting depicting downtown NYC in the 1700s.
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3. Industry Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(2062)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Street Seaport
Booked 53 times today
Nestled along the East River next to the historic South Street Seaport, Industry Kitchen is just steps from the water’s edge. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Jonathan Haffmans, features modern American cuisine based on seasonal market ingredients and simply prepared dishes that New Yorkers know and love, such as abundant salads and wood-oven grilled meats, seafood, and pizza. Complimenting all menu choices is a wide variety of craft beers, signature cocktails, and an extensive wine list. The stunning 5,000 square-foot venue accommodates up to 300 guests with indoor and outdoor seating, allowing for unobstructed views of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridges and Brooklyn Skyline.
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4. Essex
4.5
Awesome(3219)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Lower East Side
Booked 20 times today
Lower East Side pioneer famous for award winning contemporary cuisine, oyster happy hours & NYC's original bottomless brunch party. A vibrant multi-level space in the historic Shapiro's Winery, Essex offers intimate seating as well as group dining and event spaces. Essex's New American Dinner Menu, guided by Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York's top Michelin-Starred restaurants, showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as burgers & classic steakhouse fare. Our Prime Cuts Menu features shareable Dry Aged and Prime Angus Steaks.
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5. Clover Hill
new
5.0
Exceptional(0)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Brooklyn Heights
Booked 4 times today
Tucked away on a charming, cobblestone street in the heart of the Brooklyn Heights Historic District, Clover Hill is an intimate 20-seat restaurant offering a warm and refined dining experience. With a deep appreciation for tradition and a modern touch, we aim to blend the elegance of classic fine dining with the creativity and warmth of contemporary cuisine. At Clover Hill, we believe food is at its best when it comes from memory. Our intent is to deliver an experience that feels like home: inviting, comforting, and deeply personal. Whether it’s a special occasion or a quiet evening out, Clover Hill offers a culinary experience where nostalgia meets innovation in every bite.Due to the nature of our cooking at this time we are unable to provide a menu that is vegetarian, allium-free, or entirely free from trace amounts of gluten, dairy, soy, shellfish, finned fish, animal product or mushroom.
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6. Temple Court
4.8
Exceptional(1401)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 10 times today
Steps away from The Beekman's centerpiece atrium and the bustle of The Bar Room, is Tom Colicchio's Temple Court. Surrounded by a series of stained-glass windows, and full of historic charm, Temple Court's Dining Room is a destination for the fine dining devout. Now under the stewardship of Executive Chef, Travis Sowards, Temple Court is a tour de force of Tom Colicchio's most classic flavor profiles, reimagined and assembled on a showcase menu in Downtown NYC. *The Bar Room is not reservable through Open Table*
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7. Gage & Tollner
new
4.7
Exceptional(33)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 77 times today
For more than a century, Gage & Tollner was the cornerstone of the Brooklyn restaurant world. Generations of Brooklynites found comfort and community in Gage & Tollner’s magnificent landmarked dining room; generations from now, we want our children and grandchildren to find comfort here, too.With three longtime friends and celebrated local restaurateurs at the helm -- partners Sohui Kim (chef, Insa / The Good Fork), Ben Schneider (Insa / The Good Fork), and St. John Frizell (Fort Defiance) -- our community-driven team has worked to restore Gage & Tollner to its former glory and guide it into the 21st century. Consistently on The New York Times Best Restaurants List since reopening (2021-2024), our delicious chophouse menu takes inspiration from the Gage & Tollner archives, honoring and elevating beloved longtime classics with meticulously-sourced ingredients and diligent technique.
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8. Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York
3.7
Very Good(378)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pan-Asian • TriBeCa
Booked 2 times today
The Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York City, is ideally located within the industrial-turned-lifestyle heart of New York’s TriBeCa neighborhood. The restaurant, bar, and lounge sit within a landmarked historic building in a vaulted two-story space with a meticulous, opulent modern design perfectly aligned with the rustic beams and bricks of the original structure. Summer 2021 brings the return of a $1 million, custom, 16-foot, glass-hewn Buddha sculpture, music, and energy from the resident DJ, globally-inspired Asian Fusion cuisine, and the famed vibe of Buddha-Bar to New York City.Any party accompanied by children under the age of 10 must be seated in our Lounge Dining Area. Your table will be reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes for parties of up to 2; 2 hours for parties of up to 4; 2 hours and 30 minutes for parties of up to 6; 3 hours for parties of 7+Please call for our dress code. We do not allow outside food (cake, cupcakes). We apologize for the inconvenience.
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9. Urban Cove Society and Kitchen
3.7
Very Good(45)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 3 times today
Urban Cove Society and Kitchen is a culinary experience nestled within 33 Hotel, New York City, Seaport. With an elevated, yet relaxed dining room, Urban Cove sets the table for a blending of Modern American and global cuisines. The brunch and dinner menus are as diverse as they are comforting, paying homage to the rich tapestry of cultures that define New York City and the historic Seaport District. Poised to become a beloved neighborhood haunt, our social club offers experiential dinners, craft cocktail classes, diner rewards, and more for our members.
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10. Dudley's
4.8
Exceptional(58)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Lower East Side
Booked 52 times today
From the team who brought us Ruby’s & Elephante, Dudley’s is a neighborhood staple that delivers good vibes and great food in equal measure. The American-meets-Australian all-day cafe serves a lust-worthy brunch, alongside sandwiches, and pasta, all within a lively environment that’s a destination to see-and-be-seen.

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