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1. Fogo de Chao - Brooklyn
4.0
Excellent(157)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 49 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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2. Botte Brooklyn
4.6
Exceptional(124)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 5 times today
Italian Restaurant and cocktail bar. Serving a typical Roman Italian menu including fresh homemade pastas, thin crust pizzas fish, meat with an innovative cocktail list.
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3. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village
4.7
Exceptional(320)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • West Village
Booked 137 times today
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.
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4. ASKA
4.9
Exceptional(71)
Price: Very Expensive
• Nordic • Williamsburg
Booked 10 times today
Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.
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5. Nami Nori West Village
4.8
Exceptional(74)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Greenwich Village
Booked 88 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. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3206)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 144 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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7. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron
4.3
Awesome(7033)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Gramercy Park
Booked 53 times today
Meaning “greenhouse” in Italian, SERRA encompasses a lively and welcoming ambiance reminiscent of the lush Italian countryside, placing an emphasis on evergreen botanicals and pops of color throughout. Escape the busy city streets and celebrate the sunshine and warmer weather with innovative, authentic Italian food and beverage offerings in this 14th floor oasis that is sure to impress!PLEASE NOTE: Our service elevator between the 14th floor and our rooftop restaurant is currently out of order. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.
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8. The Alderman
4.2
Awesome(171)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 36 times today
Nestled right in the heart of Times Square, The Alderman, A modern American Tavern, promises an unforgettable dining experience that transcends mere sustenance—a symphony of flavors, a dance of textures, and a celebration of New York’s rich culinary heritage.
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9. Café Mars
4.9
Exceptional(87)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Park Slope
Booked 5 times today
Café Mars is an unusual Italian restaurant. Come see what we mean!For parties larger than 6 please email info@cafemarsbk.com to help craft your hassle free dining experience!
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10. Zaytinya - New York
4.5
Awesome(661)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • NoMad
Booked 90 times today
Zaytinya at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José Andrés' deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines. Zaytinya is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

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  • Loren
    Philadelphia County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    always great. vanilla gelato was fantastic. love the four cheese pasta. has gf pizza and pasta as well.
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    Botte BrooklynPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Brooklyn
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    4.6
  • HIllaryVIP
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything here was amazing. Food exceeded expectations and staff were super friendly. We barely waited longer than anyone else and they gave us free dessert and sake on the house! Will absolutely go back! Also very pretty inside and able to actually talk to my table without issue!
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    Nami Nori West VillagePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Greenwich Village
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    4.8
  • Caitlin
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This place is amazing!! The food and drinks are delicious, the vibe is awesome and the servers are fantastic and so caring. I definitely recommend!
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    Little Ruby's Cafe - West VillagePrice: Moderate• Australian• West Village
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    4.7
  • Angel
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Dec 2024
    Aska delivers an extraordinary culinary journey in a beautifully restored 1860s Williamsburg warehouse. Chef Fredrik Berselius masterfully blends Scandinavian traditions with local Northeast ingredients in a refined 12-14 course tasting menu. The intimate setting of just 10 tables creates the perfect ambiance, with impeccable yet approachable service. Each dish showcases subtle, delicate flavors that reflect both technical excellence and creative innovation. While portions are modest, the expertly crafted dishes and wine pairings create an unforgettable fine dining experience worthy of its two Michelin stars.
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    ASKAPrice: Very Expensive• Nordic• Williamsburg
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    4.9
  • AbrahamVIP
    New York City •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Dec 2024
    Staff were amazing! Our server totally understood our needs and met them.
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    Fogo de Chao - BrooklynPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown Brooklyn
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