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A photo of Rossini's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2138)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Murray Hill
Booked 44 times today
Located in the charming neighborhood of Murray Hill, Rossini's has been serving fine Northern Italian Cuisine for 46 years. The genuine friendliness and warm service makes diners feel right at home in this family owned restaurant. We specialize in Northern Italian Cuisine but also features dishes throughout the Italian Peninsula. Our cuisine is based on many long standing family recipes as well as new and innovative Italian presentations.Our menu offers a wide variety of pasta, chicken, veal and fish dishes or our chef will prepare your favorite dish if you don't see it on the menu.The large chairs and roomy interior provides an ambiance that is perfect for the important business lunch or the intimate romantic dinner.
A photo of La Ripaille restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1009)
Price: Moderate
• French • Greenwich Village
Booked 13 times today
Winner Best Restaurant in March 2018!Opened in 1980, La Ripaille is one of the oldest restaurants in West Village. Some of the regulars have been coming for as long as 25 years. We want everyone to feel welcome here, whether it’s the celebrities who frequent, the children for whom we provide games & crayons, or the people who live in the Village. The owner, Alain Laurent, is integral in the day-to-day processes of La Ripaille. He daily scours the market for the freshest produce, often choosing the day’s specials based on his finds. This keeps the specials seasonal & unique. He decorates the ever changing wine list with the best wines available. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a terrace for the summer & a fireplace in the back for the winter. The candlelit tables light up French posters and paintings & fresh flowers decorate each table. For a taste of history and delicious French cuisine, visit La Ripaille. We have a seat just for you.
A photo of The Champagne & Caviar Bar at RH Guesthouse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(75)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Meatpacking District
Booked 10 times today
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
A photo of Pierre Loti Union Square restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(206)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Union Square
Booked 23 times today
Named after the turn-of-the-century French novelist, Pierre Loti Union Square offers an extensive menu of European wines. French varietals dominate the offerings, but the selection includes a healthy mix of other regions and grapes (Austria, Italy, and even Turkey make appearances). There are daily pocket-friendly specials, and each pour comes with a little extra in a fancy carafe. The wine-friendly food menu includes an impressive choice of cheeses and small plates ranging from Mediterranean dips, salads and a delectable choice of chocolates for dessert. Vibe-wise, the ultra-dim lighting ensures the place stays rife with snuggly couples as well as groups of friends looking for an enjoyable night out.
A photo of Brass & The Tusk Bar restaurant
4.3
Awesome(54)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • NoMad
Booked 2 times today
Two new high style projects in a historic Nomad hotel:THE TUSK BAR is a cocktail and oyster bar with its next door restaurant sibling BRASS offering an elegant yet playful menu from Michelin-starred chefs Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske Valtierra (Wildair, Bar Contra). Join us at The Tusk Bar (named a best bar in America by Esquire) for carefully made cocktails and seafood small plates; or at BRASS for a brasserie-inspired dinner reimagined for a new golden era of dining out in New York City. Both spaces are located through the lobby of the turn–of-the-century Evelyn hotel (est. 1903) and welcome walk-ins as well as accepting reservations.
A photo of Brick Lane Curry House restaurant
4.0
Excellent(462)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • East Village
Brick Lane Curry House is a British type curry house reminiscent of an East London style Indian Restaurant. Brick Lane Curry House is an authentic Indian restaurant. We serve beer and wine.
A photo of Il Pesce - Eataly NYC Flatiron restaurant
3.7
Very Good(185)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Gramercy Park
Booked 18 times today
Il Pesce is a walk-in only restaurant that offers a true counter-to-table experience - we cook what we sell, and we sell what we cook. Our chefs will be serving the same fish you see at our fishmonger counter! All our seafood is responsibly sourced by suppliers who help ensure that our seafood is caught in ways that consider the long term vitality of the species and the ocean.DINE SAFELY WITH EATALYIn accordance with NYC policy and to protect the health of our staff and guests, Eataly requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. To dine indoors, you may show any of the following: Excelsior Pass, NYC COVID Safe App, CDC Vaccination Card, NYC Vaccination Record.
A photo of Superfine restaurant
4.2
Awesome(110)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • DUMBO
Booked 4 times today
Superfine is a bar/restaurant venue in the DUMBO section of Brooklyn. We feature art and live music. Free pool table. Organic and local fare.
A photo of PiCH restaurant
4.2
Awesome(81)
Price: Moderate
• Caribbean • Flatbush
Booked 1 time today
PiCH Restaurant, Bar, & Lounge serves Caribbean Cuisine With A Modern Twist
A photo of Bamboo Walk restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(397)
Price: Moderate
• Caribbean • Flatbush
Booked 6 times today
Bamboo Walk is an upscale Caribbean cuisine with flavorful food, an elegant ambiance, and exceptional service. It's perfect for a date night, a night out with friends, and special occassions.

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