Best Restaurants for People Watching in SoHo

79 restaurants available nearby

1. The Crosby Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • SoHo

Booked 17 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.

2. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2220)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 153 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

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3. SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte

4.9

Exceptional(1287)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 12 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…..

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5263)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 79 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.

5. TAO Uptown

4.4

Awesome(14512)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 132 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.

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6. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

4.7

Exceptional(2486)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • SoHo

Booked 29 times today

Piccola Cucina Osteria it's our gem in the heart of SoHo. The Chef and owner Philip Guardione opened in January 2013 to bring in the city the real taste of Sicily. Friendly service with a buzzy atmosphere, all in a typical Italian restaurant setting. It is matched by home cooking like you would expect to eat in Italy, which is one of the keys to the success of the restaurant. Fully renovated in 2021 the location looks warm and cozy. Our other two Piccola Cucina locations in Manhattan are:Piccola Cucina Estiatorio ( 75 Thompson street )Piccola Cucina Uptown ( 106 E 60th Street )Piccola Cucina Osteria accepts online requests for parties smaller than 6 guests only.If you are looking for a bigger party or special event, please contact us info@piccolacucinagroup.comThank you

7. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10540)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 98 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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8. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(884)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Meatpacking District

Booked 52 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

9. MR CHOW - TriBeca

4.3

Awesome(2421)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • TriBeCa

Booked 8 times today

Opened in 2006 by world famous restaurateur Michael Chow, most recently awarded the 5 Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its excellence, service, and cuisine this is the second post to the original in NYC on 57th Street. Mr Chow's latest & hippest location is surrounded by a Patio & the attractive bar opens at 5:00PM daily.NY Magazine wrote in 2006 "To eat at a Mr Chow restaurant is to participate in a roving party, one that has migrated through four decades, three continents, & an awful lot of soup dumplings." TriBeCa's Executive Chef Kwok Hor, is a highly respected professional in the Chinese Cuisine Industry & has given many lectures at The Hong Kong Culinary Association. MR CHOW's menu is a combination of old authentic Beijing, Original Recipes, Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles & Ma Mignon all were created by our passionate & skillful chefs. Also, on the Menu is one of the best prepared Beijing Duck in the world.

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10. Central Park Boathouse

4.6

Exceptional(944)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Upper East Side

Booked 25 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.

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Kate
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a delicious Christmas Eve dinner at Tao. The wait staff was courteous and kind. The Peking duck was delicious and we look forward to returning. Grateful to not be rushed on a holiday evening!
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TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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4.4
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Nancy
Utah •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Bad Roman was lively, festive and so much fun! I love the decor and find it inspires a good time with its whimsy. Our food was delicious… garlic babka, crispy calamari, Caesar salad and three types of pasta were all wonderful. Our server was terrific. All around great time!
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Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.5
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WVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lovely neighborhood restaurant-warm, friendly, dependable good food and service
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SAN CARLO Osteria PiemontePrice: Expensive• Italian• SoHo
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4.9
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Cielee
Northwest Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Awesome food! The only downside would be that it will be a TIGHT squeeze. New York City is small, so expect to squeeze into a small space! Other than that, the food was amazing! I would recommend coming for the lunch special, Monday-Friday!
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Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.Price: Expensive• Italian• SoHo
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4.7
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Andrea
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 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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79 restaurants available nearby

1. The Crosby Bar

2. Bad Roman

3. SAN CARLO Osteria Piemonte

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

5. TAO Uptown

6. Piccola Cucina Osteria - Spring St.

7. Quality Meats

8. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room

9. MR CHOW - TriBeca

10. Central Park Boathouse

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