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1. Nami Nori - Williamsburg
4.9
Exceptional(21)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Williamsburg
Booked 35 times today
Nami Nori is a casual, award. winning, temaki bar specializing in open-style sushi hand rolls. Our menu features signature temaki, including crunchy varieties, as well as takes on the classics and a special vegan section. The open-style temaki allows guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors, in each fun-to-eat, visually tempting bite.We also serve Japanese-inspired snacks and appetizers, along with a selection of beer, sake and wine, available on tap and by the bottle. Nami Nori is a casual yet elegant temaki bar offering guests a unique sushi dining experience in Williamsburg. Coming from the rarified Japanese restaurants in which they trained, partners Taka Sakaeda, Jihan Lee and Lisa Limb envisioned Nami Nori to be a more inclusive place that balances accessibility with a dedication to quality and creativity with a respect for traditional techniques.Nami Nori is a place to share with friends, old and new.
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2. The Smith - Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(8226)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 227 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.
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3. Sushi on Me - Jackson Heights
4.9
Exceptional(602)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Jackson Heights
Booked 22 times today
Sushi On Me is a secret hideout where customers can enjoy premium omakase in a speakeasy vibe. Our chefs and staffs are committed to delivering not only the best omakase sushi but also the best omakase experience to all the guests!Guests can enjoy both the 15-course omakase and the relaxing, speakeasy vibe in the 1-hour seating for the price of $99/person (tax and tip not included). [No vegetarian and celiac options, Can’t accommodate pregnant guests] We have 4 seatings as follows:5.00pm - 6.00pm6.30pm - 7.30pm8.00pm - 9.00pm9.30pm - 10.30pmPrivate party and at-home omakase are available, all inquiries can be made via 917-821-5598 or @sushionmenyc. 50% deposit is required as booking confirmation. Cancellation/modification less than 24hours will result in a charge of $50/person (under all circumstances including COVID). Please make sure you can come before booking. Late arrival may not get the full experience. Inquiries can be made via IG @sushionmenyc or phone 917-821-5598.
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4. Fogo de Chão - Elmhurst, Queens NY
4.3
Awesome(373)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Elmhurst
Booked 61 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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5. Sea Salt
4.6
Exceptional(268)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Upper East Side
Booked 13 times today
Sea Salt is the new favorite neighborhood Modern Greek & Mediterranean Restaurant with three Course Lunch Menu, small plates, full dinner menu and well-thought-out craft cocktails. Perfect place for an intimate dining, groups, any special occasions, or solo dining with a feel at home vibes, casual atmosphere and a beautiful outdoor seating. Fun Brunch Weekends and Happy Hour specials Everyday!!
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6. Aurora - Williamsburg
4.7
Exceptional(1685)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Williamsburg
Booked 34 times today
Established over a decade ago, Aurora restaurant is a landmark of the Italian cuisine in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg. Aurora creates a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, with a great respect for seasonality, by combining top quality Italian imports, sustainably grown local produce and house-made specialties. The wine program offers a list of over 150 labels, along with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a full liquor bar. The rustic and charming dining room with exposed brick walls and high ceilings, opens to an intimate, leafy garden, enclosed during the colder months, and perfect for a relaxing dinner "al fresco" during the warm season. Aurora is a great spot for a romantic date, a casual getting together with friends, or private events.
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7. Cafe d'Alsace
4.7
Exceptional(3552)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 99 times today
Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.
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8. Sandro's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(988)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 38 times today
Sandro's, a cherished family-run establishment, offers an authentic Roman dining experience. Chef Sandro Fioriti crafts timeless Roman dishes, while his wife Anna and son Sandro Jr. oversee the restaurant's day to day operations. Eschewing flashy decor and modern tunes, Sandro's ambiance transports guests to Italy, with its traditional cuisine and exclusively Italian wine selection, constantly evolving to delight wine enthusiasts.WHEN BOOKING PLEASE NOTE THE SEATING OPTION YOU ARE BOOKING FOR. BAR is for seats at the BAR, and DINING ROOM is for tables in the restaurant. We will do our best to accommodate any seating requests but cannot guarantee accommodation. As a busy establishment with limited space, we kindly ask that large strollers may be turned away to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all our guests.If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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9. La Pecora Bianca - Midtown
4.8
Exceptional(1105)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Midtown East
Booked 2 times today
La Pecora Bianca ("the white sheep") offers an unforgettable Italian dining experience in NYC, ideal for private dining, brunch, and takeout. Our menu showcases authentic Italian flavors with house-made pastas, like our signature rigatoni vodka and tagliatelle bolognese, alongside delicious pizzas-all crafted daily with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Join us for brunch, where Italian favorites meet modern tastes, or unwind with spritzes, negronis, and La Pecora Rosa organic rosé during aperitivo hour. Whether you're dining in our stylish space or enjoying our dishes at home, we bring the best of Italian cuisine to every meal.
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10. Caffe Buon Gusto - UES
4.7
Exceptional(1149)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 44 times today
This charming Upper East Side café exudes comfort and conviviality, with parchment shades that soften light from sconces that warm the room. Eager to please, the kitchen uses high-quality ingredients for its mix-and-match philosophy. Patrons can choose their meats, their pastas (dried or, for a slight surcharge, the restaurant's own homemade), and their sauces (from a simple marinara to a more complex carbonara) as they create their own dishes. For dessert, you can't go wrong with a cappuccino or a chocolate tartufo all served up with a smile. During this time, the Restaurant staff is taking temperature of diners and a phone number from one member of the party for contact tracing . Plexi-glass dividers are set up for both inside and outside dining areas.

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