Best Restaurants for People Watching in East Village

79 restaurants available nearby

1. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2215)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 191 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

2. TAO Uptown

4.4

Awesome(14506)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 138 times today

A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5260)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 119 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. The Smith - East Village

4.7

Exceptional(4553)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Village

Booked 43 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.

5. The Crosby Bar

4.5

Awesome(925)

Price: Expensive

• American • SoHo

Booked 33 times today

The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.

6. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10533)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 102 times today

Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.

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7. Central Park Boathouse

4.6

Exceptional(941)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Upper East Side

Booked 44 times today

Dine with us in the beautifully updated restaurant that reimagines the Boathouse's iconic history and charm. Reviving old traditions and making new ones – we’ve got something for everybody.Monday - FridayLUNCH: 12pm -5pmSaturday & SundayBRUNCH: 11am - 5pmIn addition, our outdoor Express Cafe, is open daily from 8am to 5pm. *For parties of 10 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com **Please Note** Our restaurant is located inside of Central Park, which means all guests must arrive on foot, there is no parking at our property. The closest entrance and cross streets are 72nd street and 5th Ave.

8. Joe Allen

4.8

Exceptional(4706)

Price: Expensive

• American • Theater District

Booked 14 times today

Please note; we only take reservations up to one week in advance.With Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if you're desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call, as we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.We begin taking reservations seven days in advance starting at midnight online and at 11 a.m. over the phone. Because of staggered theatre times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more.For reservations after theatre, please check your show's running time at http://joeallenrestaurant.com/show_info

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9. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(880)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Meatpacking District

Booked 61 times today

A grand yet intimately scaled space, The Dining Room at The Guesthouse offers a live-fire dining experience in a setting defined by floor-to-ceiling travertine, a monolithic hearth, and embedded Molteni rotisseries. The menu features fresh ingredients from select sources, simply and elegantly prepared, along with a selection of Champagnes and wines from around the world.For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com

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10. SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte

4.9

Exceptional(1286)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 19 times today

“ SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte” is the perfect blend of authentic food and exceptional wine label selection. Piedmont is a region of west Northern Italy, it is one of the largest regions of Italy and Turin was the first capital of Italy in 1861. Piedmont is one of the most ancient culinary traditions and culinary specialties of the country. Restaurant "SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte" is one of the few references throughout New York of Piedmont cuisine and North Italy. Come and experience tastes that have hundreds of years and you'll be without. We are waiting for you…..

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MikeVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined today
As good as it gets, phenomenal in every way. We've eaten all over the world and this ranks the top.
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Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.5
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walter
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Outstanding and fabulous.. we had a marvelous time. From the vibe, service and food.
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The Smith - East VillagePrice: Moderate• American• East Village
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4.7
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KristinaVIP
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first experience and it did not disappoint. From the second we walked in we were blown away. The ambiance the food the service was top tier. We can’t wait to dine again next time we are in the city!
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Quality MeatsPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown West
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4.7
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Andrea
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We tried The Crosby Bar’s afternoon tea after years of going to The Plaza. The Crosby’s gluten free offerings were delicious and we preferred their GF scones. The Crosby was also a better value; the finger sandwiches were bigger and we had the option of asking for more at no extra charge. Truly excellent. We will be back.
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The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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4.5
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Danielle
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food & excellent service! Just a little dark to read the menu in certain areas!
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TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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4.4

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79 restaurants available nearby

1. Bad Roman

2. TAO Uptown

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4. The Smith - East Village

5. The Crosby Bar

6. Quality Meats

7. Central Park Boathouse

8. Joe Allen

9. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

10. SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte

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