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1. Papillon Bistro and Bar
4.0
Excellent(1131)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Midtown East
Booked 3 times today
Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!
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2. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3230)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 124 times today
BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.
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3. The Crosby Bar
4.6
Exceptional(948)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 46 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.
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4. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel
4.4
Awesome(6921)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Midtown East
Booked 77 times today
The Palm Court’s Afternoon Tea truly shines with custom tableware and china, a fragrant tea list steeped in history, and of course, a bit of precocious Eloise too. Guests are invited to nibble on our in-house Pastry Chef’s unique culinary offerings like delicate finger sandwiches, buttery scones and elegant desserts, which are all made from scratch with local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.Hours: Breakfast* | 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Confirmed breakfast reservations at The Palm Courtare reserved for hotel guests at this time.Afternoon Tea | 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lite Fare & Cocktails | 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Lite Fare menu ends at 10:00 p.m.*Based on hotel occupancy. Hotel guests will be priority.For parties larger than 6 guests, please send an inquiry email to PalmCourt.PLZ@Fairmont.com
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5. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC
4.6
Exceptional(30219)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 435 times today
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.
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6. Palma
4.9
Exceptional(3410)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 44 times today
Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.
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7. The Odeon
4.8
Exceptional(3716)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 176 times today
The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.
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8. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5185)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Financial District
Booked 141 times today
Nobu Downtown is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District designed by NYC’s celebrated architect, David Rockwell. On the ground level, guests can enjoy open air-like experience in our Broadway dining room or Bar & Lounge dining framed by 30 foot heroic limestone columns. Our sub terrain dining room provides intimate ambience with sushi bar and private dining options. Indulge in Chef Nobu’s famous signature dishes including Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. RESERVATION GUIDE• “Regular” for one of the two indoor dining rooms• “ Bar” for plush lounge seating• “Counter” for sushi bar experience Please call us if you wish to book a larger party or event as we will not be able to accept requests for putting multiple reservations next to each other.
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9. Barbounia
4.6
Exceptional(4027)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Gramercy Park
Located in the heart of Gramercy in New York City at 20th Street and Park Avenue South, Barbounia's atmosphere and design, which complement and attract a fashion, music and entertainment clientele, takes you off the busy streets of Manhattan and transcends you to the middle of the Mediterranean. With a spectacular open kitchen, tall arched ceilings divided by Moorish columns, large wooden communal tables, and pillowed banquettes; you feel the magnificent energy emanating from the kitchen, staff and patrons.
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10. Casa Mono
4.7
Exceptional(2875)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Union Square
Booked 50 times today
Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***

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  • Mike
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Made anniversary dinner reservations weeks in advance. We were promptly seated despite arriving 20 minutes early. Very extensive beverage list including some delicious Italian beers. The roasted beets and octopus salad starters were delicious. Our entrees, the candele Genovese and the Lobster pasta with substituted homemade GF fettuccine were both excellent. Service was quick and attentive despite the considerable Sunday evening dinner crowd. A Torta Caprese, espresso, and an unexpected on the house shot of Lemoncello for each of us for our special occasion was a wonderful way to end a very memorable dinner. We cannot wait to go back!
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    PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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    4.9
  • JaneVIP
    Los Angeles •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of my favorite restaurants in NY. Sunday brunch feels like a big extended family. Great food, multi-generations, cozy and modern with the best energy. Best French Toast. Amazing grilled cheese with tomato sandwich . It’s all good no matter when you go. Classic NY.
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    The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
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    4.8
  • Danielle
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Can never go wrong at NoBu. Their A5 Japanese Wagyu is definitely top 3 that I’ve ever had.
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    Nobu Downtown | RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Financial District
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    4.7
  • Basia
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Every dish and cocktail was incredible! They had amazing vegan options - the sun dried tomato roll was 10/10
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
    •
    4.8
  • Anselmo
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Incredible staff the manager Mr HUMMUS was amazing
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    The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
    •
    4.6

Discover best vibrant bar scene restaurants in Little Italy

Discover the pulsating heart of Manhattan's Little Italy with its vibrant bar scene that caters to both the adventurous diner and the casual drink enthusiast. Little Italy, known for its rich heritage and bustling atmosphere, offers a variety of establishments where the ambiance is as important as the menu. Each location boasts unique traits, but common among them are expertly mixed cocktails, creative appetizers, and an atmosphere that encourages relaxation and enjoyment. Patrons can expect to find spots that perfectly blend traditional charm with modern flair, making each visit a memorable experience. The dining scene in Little Italy, Manhattan is eclectic and vibrant, reflecting the neighborhood's historic roots while embracing contemporary trends in cuisine and bar culture. These establishments not only provide a feast for the taste buds but also serve as social hubs where locals and tourists alike can soak in the lively local culture. Whether you're looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or just a fun night out, Little Italy's bar scene is sure to provide an experience that’s both delightful and spirited.

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