Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Manhattan

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Updated April 05, 2025

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The Champagne & Caviar Bar at RH Guesthouse New York

4.9

4.9 (88)

$50 and over

American

Meatpacking District

About the restaurant

The Champagne & Caviar Bar recalls the distinctive glamour of a vintage jewel box, presenting a carefully curated selection of the finest Champagnes, Petrossian Caviar and a menu of classic dishes in which caviar is the star. The space features a progression of hand-blown chandeliers, geometric floors of Italian marble, and an ornate coffered ceiling, punctuated by camel mohair velvet seating for an intimate, immersive experience.

For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com

Top review

DJVIP

Dined on Apr 7, 2025

An amazing experience with Johny in a beautiful setting. Bravo!

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4.7

4.7 (4)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Bubo combines the elegance of an old world cocktail lounge with the warmth of a local speakeasy. It is an intimate space for dinner and pairing courses with our constantly evolving mix of international wines, artisanal cocktails and craft beers. Our small dishes, all enjoyed at the bar or the hidden back-room lounge, are inspired by the cuisines of the Mediterranean region. Our cuisine focuses on organic ingredients which are baked, skillet cooked, roasted, or grilled to perfection. Please contact the restaurant to book parties of 8 or more.

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Sylvester P.

Dined on Jan 16, 2025

A small and an intimate space to celebrate any special occasion.

Locanda Verde Hudson Yards

4.7

4.7 (13)

$31 to $50

Italian

Midtown

About the restaurant

Locanda Verde is our neighborhood osteria serving Chef Andrew Carmellini's soul-satisfying urban Italian cuisine.

Our bustling Tribeca corner restaurant has been welcoming New Yorkers morning, noon and night since 2009 with a warm and comfortable atmosphere, leisurely Italian spirit and heartfelt cooking. In 2024, we opened our second location uptown on the prime, street-level corner of 50 Hudson Yards, bringing our downtown sensibilities and iconic urban Italian menu to an exciting new neighborhood.

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fmozerVIP

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Beautiful restaurant. Food is great and good for business meetings. Room is very festive with energy. I would prefer having the option to be seated before the entire party arrives. The bar area gets very crowded.

S'Aimer

4.6

4.6 (220)

$31 to $50

French

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

Welcome to S’Aimer. A sophisticated fusion of Caribbean and French cuisine located on New York City’s historic Restaurant Row. Our menu has something for every taste, making us an ideal spot for pre-theater dining in a relaxed, upscale environment. Or stop in after the show for a late dinner on the outdoor patio surrounded by chill live music on select nights. Our setting in Hell’s Kitchen, near Times Square, makes us a perfect destination for busy travelers who might require a pick-me-up during our Happy Hour. Birthdays, anniversaries, and private events can all be graciously accommodated. Visit us and discover why S’Aimer NYC is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about new restaurants in the city.

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SHARONVIP

Dined on Apr 10, 2025

Excellent service excellent food excellent drink and a fantastic vibe

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Experience

Dinner Before or After The Show

Experience

Live Lounge Music

Experience

Pre Fixe - Pre Theatre Dinner

Lounge On Pearl

4.6

4.6 (18)

$30 and under

Lounge

Financial District

About the restaurant

Step into a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lower Manhattan, our all-day lounge and bar beckons with a unique blend of comfort and sophistication. Immerse yourself in a space where modern aesthetics harmonize with vintage accents and opulent jewel tones beneath lofty ceilings. Whether you seek a productive workspace or a leisurely escape, this expansive lounge promises a chic haven away from the urban hustle.

Lounge on Pearl offers a curated selection of La Marchande's signature dishes under the guidance of Chef John Fraser. The menu showcases a lighter take on French cuisine, featuring delectable creations such as Mushroom Spring Rolls, Salted Cod & Scallop Fritters, and the indulgent Two Layer Club sandwich.

Helmed by Beverage Director Amy Racine, Lounge on Pearl boasts a martini-centric bar experience, from the timeless Not So Dirty Martini to the exotic French Martini.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 11, 2025

The food is so nice and there were so many ppl have business meetings, and because of them the bar a bit loud. However, I really love this place in overall.

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Experience

Caviar Service

Experience

Mother's Day High Tea

Lume

4.6

4.6 (8)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

West Village

About the restaurant

Lume is a new Italian restaurant in the West Village that offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant is divided into two sections: a bar and a dining room. The bar is U-shaped and is adorned with a shower of lamps that give the space a chic and festive feel. The dining room features traditional French banquettes, beige tones, and bronze moldings for an ambiance of discreet luxury. The menu at Lume is a balance between French classics and Italian cuisine. There are two chefs in the kitchen, one Italian and one French. The menu features dishes such as arancinis with porcini mushrooms, grilled octopus, and wagyu beef carpaccio for starters. For main courses, there are comforting pasta dishes like ziti alla bolognese and bucatini cacio e pepe, as well as more adventurous options like scallops with rosemary and risotto with sun-dried tomatoes, or chicken parmesan with fontina cheese. The service at Lume is attentive, and the staff has been recruited from the owners' other two restaurants. The owners are a family business and are all very involved in the restaurant. They are lucky to have employees who have been loyal for years. Lume has been a success since it opened, and it continues to be popular with both

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Feb 28, 2025

Lovely restaurant! Cute and cozy ambience, and the food was amazing

Emmy Squared Pizza - East Village

4.5

4.5 (26)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

East Village

About the restaurant

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

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Kayla

Dined on Mar 23, 2025

Great food!! And good gluten free options. Staff was very nice and let us stay for awhile after

The Dawson

4.4

4.4 (116)

$30 and under

American

Rockefeller Center

About the restaurant

The Dawson Is a new Bar and Restaurant that is located in the heart of midtown just off 5th ave, walking distance to Rockefeller centre, Radio City, St Patricks Cathedral, Bryant Park. We are a family owned Bar & Restaurant serving Fine Fare, Craft Beers & Libations. We host private events on our mezzanine level with custom packages. Come join us to sample some of Chef Eduardo Villegas signature dishes like Brick Chicken, Braised Short rib, Mansion burger, Ricotta & Sweet potato flatbreads and much more!

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Matthew

Dined on Apr 5, 2025

A great find in midtown. It feels like a modernized Irish dive bar. Great for all occasions.

A to Z on the fifth Rooftop

4.4

4.4 (131)

$31 to $50

American

Midtown East

About the restaurant

A to Z rooftop is a new rooftop located 16 East 39th Street on the 22 floor of boutique Hyatt hotel with a 360-degree view of skyscrapers of Manhattan, fantastic view of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center and the north side is a 93-story One Vanderbilt. Rooftop is designed by Paul Vega co-founder of VLDG design who is known for his design and collaborations with W Hotels. Rooftop offer a high- energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of steak filet mignon ,fresh pasta , fish Branzino ,Dover Sole ,Chilean Sea Bass, upscale cocktails and elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic decor. A to Z s menu features reimagined classic American and Italian cuisine on the highest quality of meat ,fish and fresh pasta.

Private igloos can be reserved for 2 to 10 guests with no minimum spending required. For walk-in guests, there is also no minimum requirement. You can find more information about our igloos on our website

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LINDAVIP

Dined 7 days ago

I had out of town guests visiting for a week and this was the best meal, and by far, our waiter Rudy and the rest of the staff, provided the best service we received all week! Everything was exceptional but you MUST have pasta! A simple cacio e pepe was the star of the evening, but elegant detail to every dish made everything special. I was surprised that our waiter Rudy, who had waited on me a few weeks ago, recognized me the moment we walked in the door and even remembered my cocktail of choice! He is incredibly knowledgeable and made perfect recommendations on the food and the wine list. We came for the view, but I will return for the service.... and pasta!

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Experience

Happy Hour at AtoZ Rooftop!

Upstairs at the Kimberly

4.4

4.4 (20)

$30 and under

American

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Take the express elevator and be transported to a rooftop garden oasis.

Upstairs overwhelms the senses at every turn. Take the express elevator from the street level and be transported to a breathtaking urban oasis thirty stories above Manhattan. Living green walls cascade down bronze panels framing the surrounding cityscape from every possible angle.

A perfect view of the iconic Chrysler Building is the star of the show. The lighting design interprets a fresh spin on old Hollywood glamour incorporating vintage theatrical lights and strings of edison bulbs that float overhead emitting an intimate, sensual mood. Deliberately shying away from outdoor lounge-style furniture typical of most rooftop bars as of late, Upstairs’ furniture was carefully curated from renowned houses such as B&B Italia, Knoll and Moooi. Clean lines and elegant form at once seem hyper-modern and neo-gothic, inviting guests to relax and unwind in an environment that exemplifies subtle, urban sophistication.

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DianeVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Booked Easter brunch. Lovely space. Friendly service. Good food. Smaller size portions. Wish they had an omelette option.

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