Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Flushing

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1. Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Astoria

Booked 2 times today

Our Story The goal – to guarantee a wonderful meal with authentic cuisine and fabulous margaritas, serve over 50 artisanal and ancestral mezcals, and over 100 different types of tequila brands in a vibrant unique atmosphere that boasts excellent service. Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine opened in Astoria in 2021 with such a wonderful and successful home run that a second location opened in Patchogue in March 2022. Ruta Oaxaca means “Road to Oaxaca,” a historic state in the southern part of Mexico. Mr. Castillo and his Partners are keenly focused on honoring Oaxacan culinary traditions, whose fame is derived in great part from its many varieties of moles. By legend, these ancient recipes are more than sauces, they are the very focus of the meal. Ruta Oaxaca proudly features four moles, each prepared using the Oaxacan mole recipes that have made the cuisine world famous. Visit us at our locations in Astoria 929-349-1228 Patchogue 631-569-2233 Woodbury 516-515-9620 Brooklyn 718-576-1507

2. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9227)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 43 times today

River Cafe, nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge, is renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor, and award-winning wine list. Reviewers laud its 'creative and delicious cuisine', 'amazing little bites in between courses', and 'fantastic view'. The restaurant's commitment to quality and service, along with its 'magical' ambiance, make it a unique dining experience that goes beyond just a meal.

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5303)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 131 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

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4. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9986)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 92 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.

5. Casa Bond

4.6

Exceptional(103)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • NoHo

Booked 14 times today

Casa Bond offers a vibrant dining experience, blending creative, modern Mexican cuisine with a chic, Bohemian atmosphere. Named one of "New York's Best New Restaurants of 2023" by the Financial Times, we’re known for standout dishes like Aguachile and Gobernador Tacos. Join us for an unforgettable meal that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. Perfect for those seeking top-notch service, exceptional food, and a lively, artistic ambiance.

6. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(74)

Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Booked 6 times today

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

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7. Tokugawa - Madison

4.6

Exceptional(65)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Upper East Side

Booked 8 times today

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8. Le Jardinier - New York

4.7

Exceptional(446)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Midtown East

Booked 18 times today

Le Jardinier is an approachable yet refined hyper-seasonal restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli. Rooted in classic French technique, Verzeroli has created a menu where seasonality a prominent role: local, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by sustainable proteins. The wine list features over 350 references, and has an international focus drawing heavily on the French regions of Champagne, Burgundy, and Bordeaux. Cocktails utilize high quality craft spirits, fortified wines, fresh herbs, and house made tinctures and bitters.

9. Pearl East

4.7

Exceptional(1072)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Manhasset

Booked 8 times today

Pearl East: Review Highlights- "Food is delicious" "Best sushi around" "Presentation" All the plates are very impressive" " All the plates are like works of art" "Staff is great" " Friendly service" "Pear East really takes pride in their food and customer service" "Whenever I am looking for a fun evening with my friends we always start our night at Pear East" " Zagat Surver Rated Excellent" " Pearl East is a gem not too Far East."

10. Le B.

4.4

Awesome(18)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • West Village

Booked 5 times today

Continental cuisine, for the modern diner. Restaurant Le B. is a celebratory, lively, dinner setting that is rooted in the culture of Downtown Manhattan. Staying true to form, Chef Angie Mar’s cuisine mines history for forgotten pleasures, with a focus on land air and sea. Tableside presentations and over the top excess has always been a hallmark of Mar’s style. Awarded Four Stars by Forbes, Best New Restaurant by Conde Nast Traveler, Financial Times and Robb Report, and rated 50 Best in America by Esquire Magazine, her award winning team’s overwhelming hospitality coupled with the essence of her cult favorite restaurant, The Beatrice Inn, are carried through in this next iteration of downtown dining, with a sophisticated and playful point of view. *Please note that Le Burger is not available in the Dining Room, and is first come first serve exclusively at our Bar. If you'd like to experience Le Burger, we invite you to book our Bar Experience by calling the restaurant directly.

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RobinVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Special place for a special occasion. Upscale experience. Waiter was excellent and knowledgeable about ingredients and cultural significance / regional origins of recipes.
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Casa BondPrice: Expensive• Mexican• NoHo
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4.6
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Jessica
Key West / Florida Keys •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The location, the food & service was excellent. We enjoyed the views it was very romantic. The service was perfect and walking on the boardwalk was refreshing.
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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Claire
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A really great meal with super service in a lively atmosphere. Don't be put off by the quirky entrance via a "pawn shop" - walk in and you are guided into a cool bar and a large dining room. The food is very delicious- fresh, zingy with a creative menu. The portions are good sizes and the desserts are HUGE! One is enough for 2 people and the peanut butter cake might serve 4!
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Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Lower East Side
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4.6
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CaroleT
Virginia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was fabulous. The sommelier Stephen was particularly delightful. Even though we only had a cocktail and a glass of wine each, he spent as much energy and time helping us decide as if we had been ordering an expensive bottle or two of wine. Food was all amazing— the amuse vouches were as fabulous as the courses. And the view is incredible. Our first Michelin experience- it will be hard to top!
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9
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DimitraA
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 Nov 2024
Love the food here! We always enjoy our meals here and the drinks as well. Can be just a tad too loud in the back of the restaurant.
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Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Astoria
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4.5

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

2. The River Cafe

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4. Beauty & Essex- New York

5. Casa Bond

6. ASKA

7. Tokugawa - Madison

8. Le Jardinier - New York

9. Pearl East

10. Le B.

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