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A photo of Buddakan NY restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(16216)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Meatpacking District
Booked 226 times today
The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattancombines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates.
A photo of Beauty & Essex- New York restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(9896)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Lower East Side
Booked 122 times today
Beauty & Essex in New York is a fun place with a unique design, described as a 'fun yet sophisticated environment'. It's a 'cool, quirky restaurant with fab ambiance' that serves 'creative, satisfying, and delicious' food. Reviewers also highlight the 'great food and atmosphere' and the 'great vibe, amazing/eclectic menu selection'. Plus, it's a must-do restaurant with a 'fun and glamorous' decor and a high-energy atmosphere.
A photo of Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(755)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 61 times today
Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.
A photo of The Odeon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3617)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 159 times today
The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. The Outdoor Cafe is complete with rain-proof awnings, umbrellas, and heaters. 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.
A photo of Casa Mono restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2806)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Union Square
Booked 36 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.***
A photo of Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(29457)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 367 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.
A photo of Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge restaurant
3.8
Excellent(3615)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West
Booked 83 times today
Experience New York City’s largest all-season indoor and outdoor rooftop bar featuring multiple bars, live DJs, bar bites, cocktails, rotating seasonal pop-ups, and epic views of the Empire State Building skyline. Located on the 18th floor, this rooftop bar offers unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and is situated in the heart of Midtown, just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, the Theater District, and Times Square.We are a 21+ venue, except during our brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 3 pm, which is open to all ages. Physical ID is required; copies are not accepted. All reservations have a 15-minute grace period.Reservations are optional. Walk-ins and large groups are strongly encouraged.
A photo of Cathédrale restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2498)
Price: Expensive
• French • East Village
Booked 58 times today
Cathédrale is a French-Mediterranean restaurant by Tao Group Hospitality Chef/Partner Ralph Scamardella, in collaboration with Executive Chef Jason Hall (formerly of acclaimed restaurants like Gotham Bar & Grill, Anthos and Craft). The menu brings elemental, ingredient-driven cooking to the forefront, evoking the grandeur of the past while remaining contemporary in its execution. Dishes put pleasure over spectacle, taking inspiration from Southern France with traces of Italy, Spain and Greece as seen in our signature Potato Chip Omelette, Black Truffle Fettuccine, 14oz Entrecôte Au Poivre, as well as our 48 oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu Tomahawk.
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4.5
Awesome(2107)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 306 times today
A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.
A photo of Papillon Bistro and Bar restaurant
3.9
Excellent(1042)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Midtown East
Booked 30 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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  • Mikevip
    Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing food, warm and delightful service, bustling atmosphere.
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    Casa MonoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Union Square
    4.7
  • Cecivip
    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    LOVE! One of the best meals I have had in NYC ever. They took great attention to detail in the service and the food. I have a nut allergy and I was happy to hear that they had a system in place to eliminate cross contamination and I felt safe eating. Plus everything we ate was delicious. The cauliflower appetizer, king pao chicken and the short rib were my favorites. But everything we ate was delicious
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    Buddakan NYPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Meatpacking District
    4.6
  • Elizabeth
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent service, food and ambiance as always at Odeon.
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    The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
    4.8
  • AshleyLvip
    Houston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This one lives up to the hype! Every dish we had was memorable and something we’d come back for! Grilled cheese dumplings, kale & apple salad, miso eggplant, truffle mac & cheese and beef Wellington all highly recommended… the steak was super tender and tasty (we were skeptical). Oh and the espresso martini! You won’t be disappointed!
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    Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• undefined• Lower East Side
    4.6
  • AmyC
    Dallas - Fort Worth •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The pasta making was fun. We had great company next to us and since we were traveling we gave them our pasta. The portions of each course of the meal are huge! Don’t order the same as your partner. Try different things and share! We love Aunt Jake’s. This was our 4th time to dine with them, first time making pasta!
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    Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
    4.9

Discover best fun restaurants in Lower East Side

Discover the vibrant and eclectic dining scene in Manhattan's Lower East Side, where the keyword "fun" truly comes to life in its restaurants. Nestled in this trendy neighborhood, you'll find an array of dining spots that encapsulate the essence of fun with their lively atmospheres and innovative cuisines. These establishments not only cater to a diverse palette with creative and delicious menu options but also offer unique and engaging environments, making each dining experience memorable. From intimate settings with bespoke cocktails to bustling eateries with eclectic menus, each restaurant adds its own flair to the Lower East Side's dynamic culinary landscape. Whether you're in the mood for a casual meal or an upscale dining adventure, the Lower East Side promises a delightful mix of fun and flavor, ensuring every visitor leaves with a satisfied smile. This neighborhood's dining scene is a testament to New York City's reputation as a culinary capital, characterized by both its variety and its vibrancy.

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