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1. The River Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(9287)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • DUMBO
Booked 40 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.
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2. Gage & Tollner
4.7
Exceptional(60)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 39 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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3. Fraunces Tavern
4.7
Exceptional(3244)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Financial District
Booked 68 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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4. ONE Dine at One World Observatory
4.4
Awesome(4967)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 20 times today
Enjoy elevated American cuisine and sprawling views from the highest point in the city at ONE Dine!‎🔷For a la carte reservations, tickets to One World Observatory are required to access the restaurant. Take advantage of an exclusive ticket offer here: https://bit.ly/owo-a-la-carte. 🔷One World Observatory is a cashless operation. Onsite reverse ATM’s are available for cash conversions. The Observatory accepts all major Credit/Debit Cards.If purchasing a dining experience package, tickets to the observatory are included! Your tickets can be picked up at the Guest Services desk in the lower lobby of One World Observatory.For all patrons, we recommend arriving at least 45 minutes prior to your set reservation time to truly enjoy your dual access to ONE Dine and One World Observatory! Reservations will be held for up to 15 minutes after set reservation times.Hours of Operation:Monday – Sunday: 12 pm - 10 pm*Parties of 8 or more contact: GroupdiningG@oneworldobservatory.com
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5. Delmonico's
4.7
Exceptional(205)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Financial District
Booked 8 times today
Established in 1837, Delmonico's remains the oldest restaurant in New York City and returns for the fall of 2023. Living in its original building at the intersection of Beaver & William Street in the financial district, Delmonico's holds to be the first dining establishment in America to be called by its French name "Restaurant”. From our early days as a gathering place for visionaries and cultural icons to our continuous pursuit of culinary excellence, Delmonico's has shaped the very fabric of the American dining experience. With a storied past filled with pioneering techniques, iconic dishes, and a commitment to hospitality, we honor our history by reinventing tradition and inviting you to be part of our culinary journey.
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6. Temple Court
4.7
Exceptional(1405)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 7 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. ASKA
4.9
Exceptional(109)
Price: Very Expensive
• Nordic • Williamsburg
Booked 7 times today
Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.
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8. Level Restaurant & Bar
4.3
Awesome(165)
Price: Very Expensive
• European • Sheepshead Bay
Booked 11 times today
The surreal atmosphere of this astonishing restaurant combines gentle feminine and ambitious masculine energies. The menu features elegant interpretations of European cuisine with a modern Asian influence. Our Chef, curated a delectable menu that impresses even the most refined palates.Level offers some of the most exclusive dining experience in NY, and also responsible for throwing some of the most exquisite dance parties in the city. We have a 15 minutes grace period for your reservation.We kindly ask that all our guests adhere to smart casual dress code. Jackets are not requires but an elevated aesthetic should be observed. Level is a mature adult setting; guests under the age of 21 must complete their visit by 8pm. Physical proof of identity must be presented at the door, there are no exceptions. Please note, that there is a cancelation and no show charge. Visit our website level.restaurant to learn about all of the restaurant’s reservations and payment policies.
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9. The Lineup Dinner
5.0
Exceptional(24)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Williamsburg
Booked 5 times today
In collaboration with the Visa Dining Collection by OpenTable x Visa, The Lineup proudly presents our Summer Season 7. As Brooklyn’s pioneering dinner series spotlighting rising culinary talent, we return with three unforgettable evenings celebrating innovation, identity, and community.Our mission is to uplift the next generation of chefs by giving them a platform to create and be seen. Each dinner is a deeply personal expression of craft, memory, and creativity.This season features:TJ Hoy (Chef de Cuisine, Gage & Tollner), with a Southern-inspired menu that’s smoky, pickled, and rich with story. Kai Christensen (Sous Chef, Penny), whose woodsy, rustic style is shaped by his rural Oregon roots. Kelley Pittman (Sous Chef, Leon’s), reimagining the comfort food of her Hawai‘i childhood with soulful elegance.Tickets include a six-course tasting menu plus a coursed wine pairing or unlimited a la carte non-alcoholic options.Access available to eligible Visa credit cardholders.
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10. Scalini Fedeli
4.9
Exceptional(3177)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • TriBeCa
Booked 19 times today
Please join us for a Valentine's Day celebration. We are offering a fixed-price menu for $129 per guest. Available on Friday February 14th and Saturday February 15th.Scalini Fedeli ranked among New York's finest restaurants since its opening in early 2004, taking Italian cuisine to new heights. Rewarded with the highest overall ratings in the Zagat Survey, Scalini Fedeli has been granted one star by the Michelin guide in it's inaugural 2006 issue.The inviting decor features vaulted ceilings and European antiques and provides the perfect setting for chef Michael Cetrulo's delightful cuisine which offers the finest ingredients coupled with a confidence and grace that ensures your meal will be a memorable one. Menu highlights include soft egg yolk raviolo with ricotta and truffle butter and New York's finest venison chop in a port wine and balsamic vinegar sauce with toasted hazelnuts, sautéed spinach and roasted Mission figs.

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