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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Bay Ridge

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A photo of Ponte Vecchio restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(186)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Bay Ridge
Booked 7 times today
Ponte Vecchio has been a staple of Fine Italian Cuisine in Brooklyn for over the last 35 years. With our latest total renovation, we continue to raise the bar in providing a superior dining experience with our delicious appetizers, entrees, desserts, cocktails, and now a new elegant decor to match. Join us for lunch, dinner, a casual drink or your next affair and you'll be sure to have a meal and time to remember.
A photo of Greenhouse Cafe restaurant
4.5
Awesome(257)
Price: Moderate
• Continental • Bay Ridge
The Greenhouse Cafe is located in middle of Bay Ridge in Brooklyn, New York. We have a full size bar and three dining rooms, which may also be used for catered affairs.
A photo of Fushimi - Bay Ridge restaurant
4.5
Awesome(209)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Bay Ridge
Booked 9 times today
Fushimi Bay Ridge combines traditional Japanese cuisine with inventive French-inspired dishes, all made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our expert chefs create artistic masterpieces that delight your taste buds. Experience a trendy atmosphere with modern decor and warm lighting, perfect for a lively bar scene or an intimate dining experience, whether it's a romantic date or a gathering with friends. Our diverse menu caters to all tastes, featuring delicate sashimi, hand-rolled sushi, and innovative entrees like Chilean Sea Bass XO and Filet Mignon with Thai Basil. Don't forget to try our signature cocktails and extensive wine list, designed to enhance your meal. Whether you're a sushi lover or seeking a unique dining experience, Fushimi Bay Ridge is a must-visit. Immerse yourself in our vibrant ambiance, savor exquisite cuisine, and create lasting memories.
A photo of Lundy's of Brooklyn restaurant
4.5
Awesome(27)
Price: Expensive
• American • Red Hook
Booked 8 times today
Lundy's was a beloved and nostalgic Brooklyn institution, re-known for it's fresh seafood dishes going all the way back to the 1920's. This culinary staple, recalled by many a New Yorker, revives vintage recipes and raw delights such as oysters, lobster, the "shore dinner", bisque and Huckleberry pie, while enhancing "surf & turf" it with sizzling porterhouse steak for two. Between vintage cocktails in crystal - stemmed glasses, live music and tunes from the 40's, 50's & 60's, this throw-back is a definite nod to a former era that speaks of old-world New York elegance and classic hospitality.
A photo of Piccola Cucina Casa restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(128)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Boerum Hill
Booked 23 times today
Chef Philip Guardione is bringing all the Italian flavors to Brooklyn.
A photo of Olivier Bistro restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(169)
Price: Moderate
• French • Park Slope
Booked 2 times today
Olivier Bistro represents true French cuisine and sensibility. Traditional French Bistro in a cozy setting with sidewalk seating that takes you to the streets of Paris. We offer daily specials, including a variety of whole fish options, oysters, and steaks sold by the oz cut from the bone. Finish your meal with our well-known creme brulee and moelleux au chocolate. We are a 5-minute drive to the Barclay Center and 5 minutes to Prospect Park. We welcome you to join us for our Brunch where you will enjoy French cuisine at its finest and yes we have Bloody Marys! We hope to see you soon!
A photo of Panini Grill restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(140)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Brighton
Booked 12 times today
Panini Grill was founded by three brothers from Italy, eager to open an Italian family style restaurant in America.We wanted a traditional family atmosphere, Trattoria or neighborhood place that offers large portions and a variety of homemade, home-style cooking, just like my Mamma used to make. "WERE MORE THAN JUST PANINI'S"We'd love to welcome your group of 12 or more, please call us for availability.Come join us at our home! Mangia!!
A photo of The Stone House at Clove Lakes - NY restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(789)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Castleton Corners
Booked 5 times today
The Stone House Restaurant sits on its own private island, nestled in the heart of Clove Lakes Park. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Staten Island’s lakes, ponds, trails and wildlife, The Stone House is the perfect setting for your next event. Experience the ambiance of our elegant slate roofed cottage, perfectly situated on the waterfront. With our gazebo and fountains, our lakeside patio boasts gorgeous views and breathtaking scenery that can be the pinnacle of your next catered affair, Lunch, Brunch or dinner.We are passionate about our food & service. We pride ourselves on the unsurpassed quality of our eclectic menu. There’s something to please every palate. Our Chef creates culinary delights with extraordinary texture and flavor combinations you just won’t experience anywhere else.
A photo of Bijan's Brooklyn restaurant
4.2
Awesome(231)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 8 times today
Bijan's Brooklyn nestled in the heart of Boerum Hill is Brooklyn's "best secret". We have a cozy, intimate neighborhood feel with a warm wood burning fireplace paired with modern-bistro style cuisine offering a delicious culinary combination of American plates fused with Persian style spices & flare. Creative culinary plates such as the Persian spiced chicken wings leave the palette craving for more. Don't forget the mind blowing craft cocktails. For a great atmosphere, fabulous & friendly service, the staff would be happy to make you something to cure what ails ya!
A photo of Bocelli Ristorante restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(685)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Concord
Booked 6 times today
For almost two decades, Bocelli Ristorante has been providing the most authentic Italian cuisine in Staten Island and New York City. Voted the Best Italian Restaurant in both 2014 and 2015, and named one of the 2017 Top 10 best Italian Restaurants in NYC, we pride ourselves on using the finest ingredients to make delicious dishes all served in an atmosphere that will place you on a sunny hillside in Italy. Whether seeking an intimate dinner with a loved one, a family get-together or a larger special occasion in our private party room, there are few restaurants that can cater to your senses like Bocelli Ristorante.See you soon!

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  • Paul
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Amazing food service ambiance staff scene love the place
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    Ponte VecchioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bay Ridge
    4.7
  • Michell
    Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    My husband had been dying to try this place since following them on Instagram, so I surprised him with a reservation. We came from Jersey and I must say we were not disappointed. There was a comfortable casual vibe as soon as we walked in. Our server was very attentive. We enjoyed our pre dinner negronis and then ordered the Cacio e Pepe as an appetizer...This was an experience. They wheel over a cart with the parmigiano wheel and make it right in front of you..all the while playing traditional Italian music...very fun! My husband also got the baked clams and enjoyed them. Our main course dishes were excellent. I ordered a sea bass with artichokes and vegetables in a caper sauce....delicious. My husband ordered the zuppa di pesce fra diavolo and it was huge! A great assortment of shrimp, calamari, clams and white fish over a delicious pasta...we both took our leftovers home! We ended the meal with their made to order dessert which consisted of lightly fried ricotta stuffed zeppole served warm with a Nutella sauce and fresh whipped cream....soooo good! The server also brought us an after dinner digestiv of Amaro del Capo in frosted glasses...such a lovely close to a wonderful meal. We cant wait to go back and this time try their panninis...so glad we went!!
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    Panini GrillPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Brighton
    4.9
  • Charles
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jul 6, 2025
    Excellent Service and the food was delicious. Also, thanks for remembering it was my birthday. Mr.Cox
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    Brooklyn Chop HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• TriBeCa
    4.6
  • Lisa
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jul 5, 2025
    The food and the oysters were delicious and the service was excellent!
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    Lundy's of BrooklynPrice: Expensive• American• Red Hook
    4.5
  • Luis Enrique
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 28, 2025
    I truly love this place. The food is delicious and the service is great.
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    Bijan's BrooklynPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Brooklyn
    4.2

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Bay Ridge

Explore the exceptional dining scene in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, where restaurants truly make the journey worthwhile. Nestled in this vibrant neighborhood, the eateries featured for the keyword "worth the drive" offer a varied culinary experience, highlighting everything from gourmet Italian to eclectic international flavors. Each establishment prides itself on providing unique dining experiences that justify a special trip, whether it's for a casual meal or a celebratory occasion. The ambiance across these venues ranges from cozy and intimate to lively and upscale, catering to a diversity of dining preferences. Patrons consistently praise the high-quality food, exceptional service, and the overall dining atmosphere, making each visit a memorable one. Bay Ridge’s culinary scene not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a picturesque backdrop to your dining adventure, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers in New York City.

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