Best Restaurants for Groups in Lower East Side

114 restaurants available nearby

1. Raf's

4.6

Exceptional(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• Café • NoHo

Booked 6 times today

This homage to Little Italy, from the same team behind Michelin-starred The Musket Room, has everything you could want, from outstanding pastries courtesy of Camari Mick and incredible entrees from Mary Attea.

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2. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.4

Awesome(6603)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 131 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.Evening Prix Fixe | 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Evening prix fixe menu ends at 10:30 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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3. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29457)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 360 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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4. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9896)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 123 times today

Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boombox, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.

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5. Nami Nori West Village

4.8

Exceptional(46)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Greenwich Village

Booked 86 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.

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6. San Marzano Pasta Fresca

4.5

Awesome(314)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Village

Booked 14 times today

San Marzano only accepts reservations with a mandatory prix fixe menu.REQUIRED PRIX FIXE OPTIONS:Dinner: $49 per person, plus tax and gratuity Includes :- House wine, draft beer, and sangria - Three appetizers to be served family style - One main course per personBrunch: $29 per person, plus tax and gratuityIncludes:- Bottomless mimosas and drip coffee- One main course per person from our brunch or dinner menusIf your party size has decreased, please give us a call; otherwise, there is a $20 no-show fee per person.

7. ilili

4.7

Exceptional(7987)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Gramercy Park

Booked 106 times today

Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.

8. SAPPE

4.6

Exceptional(48)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Greenwich Village

Booked 107 times today

SAPPE is a trip to explore something unique, authentic and ethereal. Our guest will be indulged and pampered through all their five perceptions; visual, auditory, olfactory, haptic and gustatory. SAPPE is the extraordinary place where people come to rejoice and revel. The train market and street food style are what SAPPE aim to offer. The vibe of bustling ambience of train station, the food stalls that offer street bites ‘ปิ้งย่าง (Ping-Yang)’ which is variety of grilled goodies on bamboo skewers and BBQ, as well as the bold flavor of E-San style cuisine are what SAPPE is looking to introduce.

9. Ainslie Bowery

4.1

Excellent(141)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • NoHo

Booked 9 times today

Some things to know when booking with us! Due to high volume,No outside decorations or balloons are allowed for non private reservations. Outside desserts are welcome for a non-waivable fee of $25 per outside dessert. A specific dining room cannot be guaranteed. For any special requests, please leave a note in your reservation.We do not seat incomplete parties.An increase in headcount may not be accommodable, please contact us to confirm your request.** Brunch Reservations **All parties of 9 and under are subject to a 90 minute table limit.All Parties of 10 or more are subject to a 120 minute table limit.** Large Party Reservations (10+) **For parties of 10 or more, we require a different type of dining experience, called Family Style. Guest are required to order from our "Family Style Menu" up to 72-hours prior to their reservation. Any reservations without a "Family Style Menu" submitted 24-hours in advance, will be subject to cancellation.Hope to see you soon!

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10. Silver Lining Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(91)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • NoLita

Booked 4 times today

Located off the iconic Bowery in the Lower East Side, this Live Music Bar comes alive with nightly musical performances on stage. Experience local bands, Grammy award-winning musicians, and international special guests bringing the house down with all your favorite hits from the 60s, 70s, 90s, and 2000s. Silver Lining will have you on your feet, singing along as the music fills the room, with light bites and drinks flowing. Grab your friends and join the party every Thursday through Saturday. Curated by Creative Directors Dylan Hales and Ronnie Flynn, co-founders of Lower East Side hot spot The Flower Shop.We’re getting the bands back together.

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Suzettevip
Miami - Dade •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I was pleasantly surprised by Carmine’s given its location in a tourist area. The pasta was cooked al dente and chicken parm still had its crisp from the fryer and just enough sauce. Portions are for 2-4 ppl. Service was very attentive. Highly recommend for a family or group meal.
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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staceyr
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
it was a birthday - my friends had been before it was my first time and it was excellent
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Nami Nori West VillagePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Greenwich Village
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4.8
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jessica
Phoenix / Arizona •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Kazon was our server and he made our experience perfect. His timing on taking care of myself and my guests, along with his suggestions were brilliant. A must visit anytime of the year, but especially special during the holidays. We did dress for the occasion, and I highly recommend doing so. You experience a level of fine dining while being accompanied by fellow guests with the same taste, it’s a lovely way to slow time down in the busy hustle of Manatan❤️
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The Palm Court at The Plaza HotelPrice: Very Expensive• American• Midtown East
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4.4
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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
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4.6
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jeremy
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Oct 2024
Raf's is such a gem! The food, service and ambience are the best of the best! I always love eating here!
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Raf'sPrice: Very Expensive• Café• NoHo
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4.6

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114 restaurants available nearby

1. Raf's

2. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

3. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4. Beauty & Essex- New York

5. Nami Nori West Village

6. San Marzano Pasta Fresca

7. ilili

8. SAPPE

9. Ainslie Bowery

10. Silver Lining Lounge

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