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1. Treadwell Park - UES
4.7
Exceptional(27)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Upper East Side
Booked 5 times today
Craft beers, cocktails & New American bar bites feature at this hip hangout with pingpong & pinball. For Parties of 8+ please email celine@merchantshospitality.com for booking.
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2. BarDough NYC
4.8
Exceptional(291)
Price: Moderate
• Pizza Bar • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 18 times today
If OpenTable shows no availability, give us a call for real-time updates. When fully booked, tables may be blocked to prevent overbooking, but dinner is always available at the bar with the same exceptional service.BarDough, a family-owned gem on Restaurant Row, is known for its outstanding service, welcoming atmosphere, and incredible food. Our friendly, attentive staff ensures every guest feels at home, whether you're here for lunch, a pre- or post-theater dinner, or a relaxed cocktail.Enjoy some of the best pizza in NYC, made with fresh ingredients, alongside a diverse craft cocktail selection in a cozy, intimate setting. At BarDough, your satisfaction is our top priority—we’re here to make every visit unforgettable.
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3. 2nd Floor Bar & Essen
4.9
Exceptional(80)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Upper East Side
Booked 4 times today
The 2nd Floor Bar & Essen is a speakeasy style cocktail bar serving a twist on classic Jewish Deli favorites. The 2nd Floor Bar & Essen is located on top of the 2nd Ave Deli at 1442 1st Avenue with a separate entrance on East 75th Street between 1st & York avenues. Tel: (212) 737-1700
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4. Sessions
3.9
Excellent(195)
Price: Expensive
• American • Theater District
Booked 8 times today
Sessions Restaurant & Bar represents the soundtrack of the city with farm-fresh all-day dining, art, and music memorabilia.
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5. Song E Napule - West Village NYC
4.8
Exceptional(209)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Greenwich Village
Booked 21 times today
Song'E Napule has just opened this NEW location at 132 W Houston St, close to our first and classic spot at 146 W Houston St.
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6. Root & Vine
4.2
Awesome(29)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to Root & Vine. We are a new restaurant in the area. We offer a mixed menu using fresh ingredients in a comfortable environment. Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. From the moment you step through our doors, our friendly and attentive staff are here to make you feel at home. We take pride in creating an atmosphere where every guest is not just a patron but a welcomed member of our extended family. We're happy to join the Hell's Kitchen area, hope to see you soon.
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7. Glass Ceiling Rooftop
3.8
Excellent(313)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • NoMad
Booked 3 times today
The Glass Ceiling is a beautiful retractable glass ceiling sitting atop the city skyline. This brand-new rooftop lounge in the heart of NoMad offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for any occasion. The design adds a glamorous touch to the botanical theme, with a marble bar, concrete surfaces, and rattan accents. By day, it serves as a stylish communal workspace, and by night, it transforms into a lively lounge featuring craft cocktails, bottomless brunch, and refreshing mimosas alongside a thoughtful menu. With indoor and outdoor seating, breathtaking views of the Empire State Building, and an escape from the everyday urban routine, The Glass Ceiling is the ultimate rooftop destination for sipping, socializing, and celebrating.
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8. Wagamama (Nomad - 5th Avenue)
4.4
Awesome(809)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Gramercy Park
Booked 15 times today
A modern take one an Asian experience. Inspired by the best of Asia. From craft cocktails to signature ramens. our bowls are created with a modern and nourishing twist.A vibrant, social and equalitarian way of eating that feeds both the body and soul - it's the wagamama way.
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9. The Rose Hill Rooftop
new
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Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Midtown
Booked 16 times today
Come up for air at Rosehill Rooftop, a reimagined 1970s NYC rooftop lounge located in NoMad. With skyline views, cozy fire lit lounges, and bold, shareable menus, Rosehill gives a vintage meets modern vibe made for rooftop cocktails, date nights, and private events. Signature dishes like mini tuna tacos, truffle fungi, and spicy sliders pair perfectly with fan favorite cocktails that make it a 'summer night' no matter the season. From birthdays and engagement parties to corporate mixers and social dinners, Rosehill is New York’s new favorite escape above the city. Now booking events year-round.
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10. Chakra
4.1
Excellent(8)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • East Village
Chakra explores the interplay between Thai and Indian culinary traditions that has produced a gastronomic symphony which delights the senses and reflects the historical connections between these two regions.Lesser known in the world of Thai cuisine are the dishes with direct Indian influence that began to emerge within the culture centuries ago. While Indian influence in Thailand began during the 3rd century B.C. with the arrival of Buddhism, the apex of culinary influence occurred starting in the late 13th century during the Sukhothai period. During that time the spice trade flourished and the Thai royal court hosted Indian expertise of multiple disciplines including the culinary arts. Our Thai curry dishes at Chakra are iterations on recipes that were developed during that time period hundreds of years ago. We invite you to enjoy the warm melody of spices our dishes offer, in our tranquil dining atmosphere featuring meditative music and warm, melo lighting.

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