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A photo of Bar Contra restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(294)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lower East Side
Booked 17 times today
A New York cocktail bar founded by Dave Arnold, Fabian von Hauske & Jeremiah Stone. We specialize in delicious drinks and tasty food. Your reservation will grant you 90 minutes in one of our tables.
A photo of Beauty & Essex- New York restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10106)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Lower East Side
Booked 74 times today
Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boom­box, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.
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4.7
Exceptional(203)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Lower East Side
Booked 20 times today
Wildair is a New York Restaurant founded by Chef Jeremiah Stone and Fabian von Hauske. Our style of dining is fun, loud and really energetic. Our tables are high tops and all our food is meant to be shared with everyone. Expect interesting takes on dishes like our potato cake topped with sea urchin and pickled jalapeños, or our pissaladieclaire. We have an amazing dessert program and on Saturdays we have donuts at 12:00 that change every week. We also have one of the most unique and amazing natural wine lists in the city.
A photo of Essex restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3249)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Lower East Side
Booked 14 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.
A photo of Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(982)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Lower East Side
Booked 22 times today
A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese CuisineA distinctive, well-preserved and comfortable space, high-quality products, authentic cuisine, food and drinks are done flawlessly.We continue to be one of the top Japanese restaurants in America, attracting countless food lovers from all over the world. Our one-of-a-kind menu includes authentic tapas-style Japanese dishes and homemade desserts.**As a small establishment, we can’t always guarantee a table, but we’re happy to ensure you have a wonderful experience at our bar dining area as well. For parties of 5 or more, we encourage you to give us a call to check on availability. We look forward to hosting you soon!**
A photo of La Caverna restaurant
4.1
Excellent(123)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lower East Side
Booked 11 times today
Nothing else in New York quite matches the atmosphere of La Caverna. Cavern isn’t just part of the name – it is the décor as well! You’ll get the instant impression that you are deep in a cave far below the earth’s crust, but with none of the dankness you might find in a real cave. The menu is relatively short but sufficient for a bar atmosphere. If you’re putting together a party and looking for somewhere unique, La Caverna should be at the top of your list. With wings, croquettes, salads, lamb sliders, calamari, mac n’ cheese, grilled chicken, grilled cheese and a burger, there are plenty of munchie items to keep the party going. The cocktail list has something for everyone to make the night fun at La Caverna.
A photo of Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1061)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Lower East Side
Booked 15 times today
Vast Japanese menu of sushi & small plates plus sake & cocktails in the trendy Sixty LES Hotel. Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya is a Japanese-style tavern, a traditional Sushi Bar and a fine dining experience, all about melding a fun drinking environment with delicious food offerings. The menu provides something for everyone - vegetarians, sushi lovers and meat lovers alike. We serve everything from small plate items like yakitori by the piece, to family-style platters like filet mignon with lobster platter. Expert Sushi Chefs behind the Sushi Bar create made-to-order fresh sashimi, sushi and signature rolls. All this to accompany hand crafted Japanese beers, sochu style cocktails and an extensive sake and wine list.
A photo of Leciel restaurant
Price: Moderate
• American • Lower East Side
New American Restaurant coming to the Lower East Side at the end of July.
A photo of Le Jardin Bistro restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(103)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Lower East Side
Booked 10 times today
"Step into New York's most romantic French paradise perfect for an evening getaway right in the heart of the Lower East Side. One of New York's hidden treasures, Le Jardin Bistro, is back, and will have you thinking you've just stepped into the South of France. Loose yourself in its autumn yellow decor, complete with comfortable banquet seating, vintage movie posters, and music to make you feel like you've been transported to a night of award-winning French cuisine."
A photo of Dudley's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(64)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Lower East Side
Booked 48 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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  • Dianna
    Memphis / West Tennessee •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    There were five of us in our party. We had a reservation for dinner. We were seated in the rear of the restaurant which was kind of far in the back. We requested a more lighted area that was further away from the kitchen. People kept bumping into my chair. Our waiter did accommodate and moved us to a booth. It was a tad tight but much better. We ordered eight different dishes to share amongst our party. We had the Branzino, roasted broccolini, crab Rangoon soup dumplings, mac and cheese, fried bbq baos,, apple kale salad, chicken meatballs, and little french dips. The food was quite tasty. We especially enjoyed the baos and salad. The service was on point for the most part. Wish our waiter checked on us more. Near the end of our dining experience there was a new person helping us. It was quite busy so perhaps everyone was sharing tables. The server who cleared our dishes was very nice and the gentleman at the pawn shop entrance/exit asked about experience. He was quite pleasant and friendly. The restaurant is decorated nicely with an intimate decor. It was cozy and comfortable. Reminded me of an old dining club from the 1940’s. We had a great time..
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    Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Lower East Side
    4.7
  • Giselle
    2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Went for brunch, got the Oatmeal-Crusted Challah French Toast. Sweet, crispy outside and soft inside. Maybe a bit too sweet for me but still really nice with black coffee.
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    EssexPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Lower East Side
    4.6
  • FrancisVIP
    New York City •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Team did a great job with an exceptional dinner and cocktail service and appreciate all the help maneuvering our table size.
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    Bar ContraPrice: Moderate• American• Lower East Side
    4.7
  • Zuben
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 21, 2025
    Chloe our server was excellent and as always great good
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    WildairPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Lower East Side
    4.7

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