Best Restaurants with Dancing in Downtown Brooklyn

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1. The River Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(9287)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 50 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.

A photo of Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge restaurant

2. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

3.9

Excellent(3757)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 110 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.

A photo of Ten 11 Lounge & Bar restaurant

3. Ten 11 Lounge & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(122)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Midtown

Booked 63 times today

By day, Ten11 is refined — by night, it’s electric.Start your Sundays slow and delicious with our indulgent brunch — where good vibes, great food, and even better company set the tone for the week ahead.After 10PM, Ten11 transforms into a sultry lounge where music pulses, cocktails flow, and the atmosphere invites connection.Whether it’s your first date or your favorite one yet, Ten11 is made for moments that linger.A perfect place to sip, flirt, and dance the night away — welcome to your new favorite date spot.

4. Vida Verde

4.4

Awesome(321)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 47 times today

New York meets Mexico at Vida Verde. Our own exploration of well-loved Mexican fare married with New York’s casual and metropolitan approach to food and drinks.Vida Verde is a tri-level space, a color bomb of food, drinks and the occasional graffiti wall mural, boasting a ‘Margarita Market’ on its rooftop patio space.The rooftop Patio is open 7 days a week (weather permitting) starting at 4pm, it is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE and not reservable.Vida's Boozy Brunchacha every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-4pm, boasts a wild experience, with DJ's, Dancing, Debauchery and much more! You get 90 minutes of bottomless for $30 in addition to the price of your entree. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.

5. Cecily

4.8

Exceptional(136)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Greenpoint

Booked 18 times today

We are two New York hospitality industry veterans, and Cecily is our Greenpoint home. Originally conceived during the pandemic as a mission-driven neighborhood restaurant with a deep and thoughtful wine list, where we could provide our employees meaningful profit sharing and ownership, and our guests incredible service. Cecily values a sense of place and neighborhood, delicious sustainable food, and responsible stewardship in our community.

A photo of Somewhere Nowhere NYC restaurant

6. Somewhere Nowhere NYC

4.3

Awesome(248)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Lounge • Chelsea

Booked 12 times today

Somewhere Nowhere NYC; A two-level venue featuring a rooftop pool and indoor lounge, sits at the top of the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel located at 112 W 25th St, on the 38th and 39th floors. The 5,156 square foot luxury day and night-life destination is designed to artfully merge progressive sound and lighting technology with magical garden-inspired decor to indulge guests in a uniquely immersive nightlife experience. The decadence ensues with Somewhere Nowhere’s indoor lounge and outdoor rooftop pool boasting 360-degree views of Manhattan’s majestic skyline extending as far as the eye can see. Kitchen closes at 11pm.

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7. Pig and Khao - LES

4.8

Exceptional(1465)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • Lower East Side

Booked 26 times today

Top Chef contestant Leah Cohen's Pig and Khao (68 Clinton Street) on the Lower East Side. The Southeast Asian inspired cuisine offers a variety of Thai and Filipino influences on the menu including Crispy Pata and pickled mango salad (pork shank cooked in soy sauce and five spice garnished with coriander, crispy garlic served with a secret family recipe sweet and sour liver dipping sauce), Grilled Pork Jowl and Brussels Sprouts Salad (chili lime fish sauce, shallot, herbs and toasted rice) and Crispy Pork Belly Adobo (Szechuan peppercorn, coconut vinegar, soy sauce, bay leaves, crispy garlic, scallion and soft boiled egg). Drinks range from cheap canned beer, wine, cocktails, and a self-serve bottomless tap in the backyard

8. GAONNURI

4.8

Exceptional(4625)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Midtown West

Booked 36 times today

Korean Restaurant + BBQ | Penthouse Bar + Lounge | GAONNURI [gah-ohn-nu-ri]: The Center of the WorldThe name GAONNURI represents our placement in what we believe is the center of the world, both physically and figuratively. Located in the heart of New York City, a city that represents the intersection of the finest cuisines and eclectic cultures, GAONNURI seeks to gather people of all backgrounds to share in a traditional Korean dining experience. We hope that the authenticity of the food and the enjoyment of the dining experience will invite patrons for generations to come. Thank you for allowing us to invite and serve you in our own culinary center.

9. Scarr's Pizza

4.7

Exceptional(72)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Chinatown

Booked 24 times today

First opened in 2016 and located on Orchard Street, where the LES, Chinatown and Dimes Square converge, Scarr's Pizza has been called, "The best slice in New York." With a focus on all-natural and organic ingredients, owner and 2024 James Beard Nominee (Best Chef NY State) Scarr Pimentel has crafted not only the best tasting slice in the city, but the healthiest too. Skip the line, book a table and come in for a pie. There is a full bar and the dine-in menu features the crowd favorite Hotboi and Clark Kent as well as exclusive items like the Calzones.

10. The Dickens

4.6

Exceptional(141)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 27 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.

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Ava Christine
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What sets Ten11 apart is the level of presentation across the board. Every drink and dish is styled beautifully. The lighting and layout make the space feel intimate but exciting — perfect for date nights or celebrations. We’ll definitely be returning with more friends.
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Ten 11 Lounge & BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Midtown
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4.7
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Delki
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Extremely impressed from the moment we walked in to the time we left. Simply wonderful atmosphere. The food and drinks were amazing. Not the mention the Cuban lady that served our food and drinks.
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Vida VerdePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Hell's Kitchen
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4.4
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Solitaire
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great atmosphere. Great service staff. Would recommend Magic Hour for brunches.
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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3.9
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melanie
North Wales •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food and wine most staff very attentive and kind, a couple of waiters who placed food down a little brusque but sommelier and maitre d and main waiter were excellent
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.8
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CopezVIP
New York City •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
There is a reason I have been here four times. The food is seasonal and wonderfully prepared. There service is impeccable. Cecily is the best restaurant in Greenpoint.
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CecilyPrice: Expensive• American• Greenpoint
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4.8

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