Best Date Night Restaurants in Washington Heights

475 restaurants available nearby

1. Dagon

4.7

Exceptional(1848)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Upper West Side

Booked 56 times today

Hailed as "The Best New NYC Restaurant of the Pandemic" by the NYC Post, Dagon is an exciting restaurant on Manhattan's Upper West Side that features cuisine from "somewhere in the Mediterranean." Named for the Phoenician and Philistine god of agriculture and the earth, the menu showcases modern Israeli cuisine with Levantine influences.

2. Nice Matin

4.6

Exceptional(4763)

Price: Moderate

• French • Upper West Side

Booked 52 times today

For nearly two decades, Nice Matin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed and sophisticated dining destination. Featuring a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine List and an extraordinary, inventive, French Provençal-inspired menu created by Chef Andy D'Amico, who was named "Best Chef" by New York Magazine food editor Gillian Duffy, Nice Matin is the essential French Brasserie and Wine Destination of the Upper West Side.

3. Panda

4.4

Awesome(474)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Harlem

Booked 33 times today

Panda Harlem is a highly unique dining experience inspired by fine cuisine, high-energy hospitality and hip-hop culture. This new restaurant and nightlife hotspot will be the place to see and be seen! All the sights, sounds and tastes of this immersive experience will make you feel as if you’ve been transported to Beijing. The selections at Panda has its roots in Asian culture with added American twists and the cocktails combine premium spirits with the freshest ingredients, creating the ultimate foodies paradise.Panda Harlem is the home to world-renowned Chinese comfort food, in an unpretentious setting, in a culturally diverse neighborhood and it all tastes like home! The nightlife will also support the community in a major way with events curated for all. The menu, decor and values are all inspired by Harlem itself. A Dream Hospitality concept!

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4. Sushi Kai - Fort Lee

4.8

Exceptional(153)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Fort Lee

Booked 8 times today

ATTENTION: We need 48 hours' notice of any allergies/dietary restrictions to ensure we can accommodate. We are unable to do so the day of. Thank you! Sushi Kai prides itself on offering a daily tasting menu, highlighting fresh and seasonal ingredients right in the heart of Fort Lee, NJ. Have a seat at our sushi counter and let our chef’s showcase their passion for a memorable omakase experience.Our Omakase experience is $155/person. This will include a multi course seasonal tasting menu, including appetizers, sashimi, nigiri and dessert. Seating's are strictly 2 hours with seating at the bar only. Please note we do have a 48-hour cancellation policy. Any cancellations made within that timeframe are subject to a $155.00 per person fee. This is non-refundable & non-negotiable. Please be aware we do allow BYOB of all types of alcohol with no corkage fee.

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5. Waterside Restaurant and Catering

4.3

Awesome(1250)

Price: Expensive

• American • North Bergen

Booked 6 times today

Waterside Restaurant is the premier waterfront destination for indoor and outdoor dining - featuring curated seafood, steak, and pastas paired with handcrafted cocktails, signature appetizers, and decadent desserts.One of Hudson County's best restaurants with a view, Waterside Restaurant provides semi-private dining experiences, outdoor patios, retractable roof, and outdoor bars on the water. Located on the Hudson Riverfront, you won't need a rooftop - the North Bergen outdoor terrace and patio spaces have unobstructed, waterfront views of the NYC skyline. Experience fresh, flavorful seafood, delicious steaks, and refreshing cocktails that honor culinary techniques with global, contemporary influences.On Fri and Sat nights, stay for live music from top North Jersey DJs from Bergen County, Essex County and New York City. This is your go-to spot for date night, birthday dinners, and romantic nights out along the NJ riverfront.For Private Events, call or email.

6. Jalao

4.4

Awesome(393)

Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • Washington Heights

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Jalao! Escape from the streets of New York City to the brightly colored paradise of the Dominican Republic while dining at Jalao. Enjoy authentic Dominican food and vibrant cultural surroundings right in the heart of NYC’s Washington Heights Neighborhood.Eat surrounded by the vibrant ambiance of Taíno, African, and Spanish influences that blend together in a flavorful splash of Dominican culture. In a courtyard built for live music and dancing, experience the timeless atmosphere of the historic Ciudad Colonial of Santo Domingo.Located in the brand new Radio Hotel, join Manhattan’s Little Dominican Republic community as they experience a taste of home. Handcrafted Dominican furniture adorns the dining area, while the walls are splashed with brightly colored murals and authentic Carnival masks.

7. Bustan

4.8

Exceptional(1561)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Upper West Side

Booked 39 times today

NEW: CALL US FOR PRIVATE DINING.Located in New York City's Upper West Side, Bustan serves Mediterranean cuisine in a modern, colorful atmosphere. The restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine from Southern Europe to North Africa. Bustan also caters offsite events and offers takeout for its customers' convenience.Start out your meal at Bustan with one of the restaurant's appetizers such as the hummus or the falafel with our homemade Taboon bread. Choose from dinner options like the Kebab Halabi or Chicken "Musakhan". Top off your experience with a dessert like the Nemesis: Baked chocolate mousse cake.

8. Bocado Cafe

4.5

Awesome(1311)

Price: Moderate

• American • Upper East Side

Booked 33 times today

Wine Bar & Restaurant Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

9. Elea

4.9

Exceptional(1438)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Upper West Side

Booked 39 times today

We are bringing "True Greek" to the Upper West Side. At eléa, we only use the finest quality ingredients (Grade 1 Yellow Fin Tuna, Loche Duarte Scottish Salmon) to create traditional "True Greek" fare. Now Open, on the heels of the successful summer opening of Kyma Flatiron, sister restaurant eléa on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. With an open split-level design punctuated with traditional Grecian pottery and décor, eléa will transport guests to a romantic island vacation while also evoking an intimate, softly lit aesthetic perfectly suited for the uptown neighborhood. Meaning “olive” in ancient Greek, eléa offers guests a menu of soulful and modern Greek dishes that encompass flavors across the region’s many islands and terrains.

10. The Milling Room

4.4

Awesome(3038)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Upper West Side

Booked 21 times today

The Milling Room features seasonal New French-American cuisine, served in a sky-lit dining room and lively tavern-inspired bar in the heart of the Upper West Side.We are accepting reservations for the Main Dining Room. Our Tavern welcomes you for walk-ins.Our hours of operation for dinner are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm. We serve Brunch Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am - 3:30 pmWe have a 15-minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time otherwise, we will release your table. For larger parties, 6+ we require a credit card to hold the reservation due to limited availability. Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the reservation time or no-shows will be charged a $35 per person cancellation fee.

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Karina
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What an unforgettable experience! From the delicious food to the amazing atmosphere, everything was on point. And the DJ—absolutely perfect! I’m so glad we decided to go. Thank you, Panda Harlem, for such an incredible time!
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PandaPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Harlem
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4.4
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Aurora
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent, our Italian friends liked everything we ordered. Our waiter Maria was friendly, attentive and on top of anything we asked for.
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JalaoPrice: Expensive• Caribbean• Washington Heights
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4.4
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James
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Bustan is delicious! Never disappoints. So much flavor :)
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BustanPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Upper West Side
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4.8
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julio
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had took my wife for her born day and everything was great the service and the food was so delicious will be returning soon
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Rosa's at ParkPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Mott Haven
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4.7
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REBECCA
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our first time having brunch at HAVEN and it was superb! The food was delicious, and the drinks were great! Impeccable service!
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HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant and BarPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Edgewater
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4.7

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475 restaurants available nearby

1. Dagon

2. Nice Matin

3. Panda

4. Sushi Kai - Fort Lee

5. Waterside Restaurant and Catering

6. Jalao

7. Bustan

8. Bocado Cafe

9. Elea

10. The Milling Room

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