Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Sheepshead Bay

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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Bay RidgeCastleton CornersCobble HillConcordDUMBOEast Village

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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57 restaurants available nearby

1. Positano

4.8

Exceptional(643)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bay Ridge

Booked 14 times today

Positano is an Italian restaurant located in a quaint section of Bay Ridge. We offer Italian American cuisine with an emphasis on seafood, dry-aged steaks, homemade fresh pasta dishes and more! Perfect for families, a date, or an event! We are an upbeat locale with both indoor and outdoor dining offered.

2. Bordeaux

4.8

Exceptional(84)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midwood

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Bordeaux, a New American Steakhouse with a modern twist. Bordeaux is designed to provide the ultimate upscale dining experience, a perfect place to create memories in a luxurious and tranquil environment. A distinctive ambiance embraces our guests, as our attentive staff customize and tailor the evening for your unique culinary pleasure. Our spacious dining hall can accommodate various parties, ranging from a single night out at the bar, or an intimate night out for two in our private dining room, to a large celebration or gathering in our party room. Looking forward to providing an exceptional and noteworthy dining experience.

3. The River Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(9246)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 42 times today

The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

4. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5366)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 149 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.

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5. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5191)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Financial District

Booked 153 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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6. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(10048)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 98 times today

Beauty & Essex- New York is a unique and exquisite restaurant that's perfect for special occasions. The modern-day pawn shop entrance, grand staircase, and custom chandelier set the tone for a sophisticated and elegant ambiance. Chef Chris Santos offers a menu that's been described as innovative, creative, and delicious. Reviewers have praised the restaurant's great food, ambiance, and service, calling it a 'wonderful special occasion venue' and a 'fancy restaurant'. The wait staff are attentive and efficient, making it a great place to celebrate special occasions.

7. The Crosby Bar

4.6

Exceptional(957)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • SoHo

Booked 63 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.

8. The Musket Room

4.6

Exceptional(902)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• American • NoLita

Booked 20 times today

Musket Room is a celebrated neighborhood restaurant offering a reliably indulgent experience, whether for a special occasion or enjoying dinner with friends. Since 2013, the Michelin- starred establishment has been committed to the kind of caring, personalized service that makes regulars feel like family and newcomers feel like regulars.Chef Mary Attea leads a culinary team that draws on their heritages, world travels and personal inclinations to create vivid flavors and inventive dishes that deftly cross borders and defy categorization. The result is transporting food in a warm, refined space with a long bar, intimate nooks and a spacious garden for dining al fresco. Our Omnivore and Vegan tasting menus are available nightly, with additional a la carte offerings availble nightly at the bar and weekdays in the dining room.

9. Chambers

4.9

Exceptional(599)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• American • TriBeCa

Booked 30 times today

Chambers is a treasure trove of a restaurant, perfect for special occasions. As one reviewer puts it, it's 'absolutely outstanding' and 'on par with European Michelin-starred restaurants'. The service, food, and ambiance are all consistently praised. The menu is 'interesting' and 'creatively cooked and presented', with a 'wine list that is amazing'. It's not just the food and drinks that make Chambers special, it's also the 'attentive and well informed' staff that make every visit a pleasure.

10. Fraunces Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(3153)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Financial District

Booked 104 times today

Fraunces Tavern Restaurant, est. 1762, is a historic landmark in FiDi. Offering small batch craft & specialty beers, handcrafted cocktails, & 1000+ spirits, experience the delectable flavors of thoughtfully prepared American cuisine, featuring our farm-to-table ingredients. The establishment boasts 7 distinct spaces, each providing exceptional options for both public & private experiences alike. Invite friends to sit around the warm fire in the Dingle Whiskey Bar or gather & mingle in The Wine Room. Host a formal event under the crystal chandeliers in the Washington Room for a private dining experience. Whether you prefer the Independence or Hideout Bar, both offer a fun and informal atmosphere to enjoy happy hour with friends. Experience the secluded charm of The Piano Bar Upstairs, to enjoy exquisite food, drinks, and live music in a relaxed atmosphere. If you're a history buff, visit the Bissell room to view the beautiful mural painting depicting downtown NYC in the 1700s.

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JosephVIP
New York City •53 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good with both food and service were good. Will return
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PositanoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bay Ridge
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4.8
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New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was excellent, the staff was warm and welcoming, and the location couldn’t be better. Highly recommend
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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OmarVIP
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The river cafe was a delightful culinary experience, showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared with remarkable skill. The lobster was a standout, with perfectly balanced flavors and beautiful presentation.
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.8
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Charity
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
It was wonderful. I will definitely be back!! It’s a little difficult to find from the street, so better signage would be helpful.
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Nobu Downtown | RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Financial District
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4.7
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Tammy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Amazing food and excellent service all of our fave go to restaurant every time. Always enjoyed by everyone. A perfect night out!
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BordeauxPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Midwood
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4.8

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