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A photo of Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(384)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • West Village
Booked 164 times today
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Little Ruby’s West Village is be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.
A photo of Soothr restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(285)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • East Village
Booked 203 times today
Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.
A photo of Nami Nori West Village restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(159)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Greenwich Village
Booked 109 times today
Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.
A photo of BONDST restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3285)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 172 times today
BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.
A photo of SAPPE restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(139)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Greenwich Village
Booked 135 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.
A photo of Gjelina - New York restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(162)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • East Village
Booked 152 times today
Gjelina is a restaurant that serves locally-sourced, produce-forward food with menus guided by conversations and long-standing relationships with farmers, local ranchers, fishermen, and co-ops. Our first location Gjelina LA in Venice Beach opened in 2008 becoming a staple in the local community. We are currently open for lunch, brunch, and dinner services.
A photo of The Smith - Nomad restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5962)
Price: Moderate
• American • Gramercy Park
Booked 180 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.
A photo of Nobu Fifty Seven restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6354)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 199 times today
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.
A photo of Trattoria Zero Otto Nove - Flatiron restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2018)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Chelsea
Booked 43 times today
Roberto Paciullo’s hometown of Salerno is transported to the streets of Manhattan. Zero Otto Nove is the second outpost of his famous restaurants from Arthur Ave. in the Bronx. From the atmosphere to the food, stopping by Zero Otto Nove is taking a quick trip to Italy. The wood-burning brick oven is at the center turning out classics like the Margherita, and Roberto's originals, such as La Riccardo with butternut squash puree, smoked mozzarella, spicy pancetta, and basil. All the pastas are homemade, and all ingredients are brought in from New York's Real Little Italy, Arthur Avenue.
A photo of Little Ruby's Cafe - Murray Hill restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(60)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Kips Bay
Booked 61 times today
Established in 2002, Little Ruby’s prides itself on using fresh local products balanced with Australian culinary influences to provide the local and international community with some of the best food, espresso coffee, and drinks in New York City. Operating 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Little Ruby’s offers an acclaimed varied menu, home to the famous bronte burger, and accompanied by a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere, it truly is a unique experience.Unfortunately, we do not accept waitlist reservations via phone. For parties of 8+, please contact erin@rubyscafe.com to discuss reservation details.Thanks, maaate!

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  • HeidiVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I had a great experience. Everyone who works there is really nice and it feels like a very cohesive team. The food was so flavorful (come hungry!) and their wine selection is amazing! Definitely can't wait to come back. 😄
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    KabawaPrice: Very Expensive• Caribbean• East Village
    4.9
  • Patty
    London •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The food was absolutely delicious! Each dish was bursting with flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly crafted with care. The service was quite a different story. While I appreciate attentive waitstaff, the level of oversight we experienced felt suffocating. Every time we paused to savor our meals, we were met with persistent inquiries about whether we were finished. It became increasingly uncomfortable, especially when they took my plate while I was still chewing! This constant pressure made it difficult to enjoy the dining experience fully and left us feeling anxious rather than relaxed.
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    Cloves Indian CuisinePrice: Expensive• Indian• NoMad
    4.6
  • 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
    4.7
  • David
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 24, 2025
    I love very spicy hot food. Often, it's difficult to get a dish that is spicy enough for my tastes, even after requesting it. I understand as restaurants intentionally spice conservative. Not the case at symphony spice. After informing the server n that I enjoy extremely hot food, my chicken Vindaloo was perfectly spiced for my taste. A kicking hot dish, but not over the top heat. Excellent service and very good value for an NYC restaurant. Highly recommend.
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    Spice Symphony - 31st StPrice: Moderate• Indian• Murray Hill
    4.6
  • Eumir
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 28, 2025
    Loved the food. The flaming drinks were a wondering surprise.
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    11 TigersPrice: Expensive• Japanese• East Village
    4.6
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