Best Fun Restaurants in New York

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1. Buddakan NY

4.6

Exceptional(16315)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Meatpacking District

Booked 145 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.

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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29991)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 491 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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3. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.4

Awesome(6830)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 124 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.Lite Fare & Cocktails | 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Lite Fare menu ends at 10:00 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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4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1117)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 31 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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5. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

3.8

Excellent(3650)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 35 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.

6. Bad Roman

4.5

Awesome(2274)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 277 times today

A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.

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7. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(849)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 114 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.

8. Twin Tails

4.7

Exceptional(154)

Price: Expensive

• Southeast Asian • Upper West Side

Booked 232 times today

Quality Branded's new Southeast Asian restaurant, focused on the cuisines of Thailand and Vietnam. Now open in Columbus Circle!

9. TAO Uptown

4.4

Awesome(14572)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 73 times today

A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.

10. Pink Taco - NYC

3.9

Excellent(768)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Theater District

Booked 31 times today

Welcome to Pink Taco - home of Iconic Rock n' Roll Vibe Dining. With every salted rim, Pink Taco is redefining the dining industry; crafting an unforgettable experience of Mexican-inspired fare, that is daringly imaginative with our uncomplicated and innovative approach to LA-style street tacos, perfectly shaken margaritas, signature cocktails and best-in-class service. Whether it's the music the moves you, or the Instagrammable moments you want to capture with our murals, decor, neon lights, Pink Tacos & Squirt Can Paloma (yes, you read that right), join Pink Taco for Lunch, Dinner, Taco Tuesdays, Hangover Brunch & Happy Hour. Your night starts NOW at Pink Taco!

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Andrea
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was INCREDIBLE. The portions are family sizes; my spouse and I shared an entrée and appetizer, and it was a lot of food. But it was so good. The drinks were great as well. Front desk people were meh, but our waitress and everyone helping around were super nice. 100% recommend.
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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joanne
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server Fariz (I think that was his name) and the rest of the staff was impeccable. Kind, warm, and attentive. My daughter Eloise (yes, that’s her name) was over the moon!
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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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Robyn
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The entire visit was wonderful. From the beautiful Christmas decorations to the staff this place is a gem! Definitely will be back on my next visit ! Do not sleep on this place!
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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4
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Alex
West Sussex •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Solid destination for Brunch with quick service and large portion sizes. Cocktails are well made and arrive quickly with a lot containing tequila if that’s your thing! Our drinks were served in plastic glasses/tumblers which for us was the difference in 4 or 5 stars. Overall, I’d definitely recommend and plan to go back.
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & LoungePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Midtown West
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3.8
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Cynthia
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great experience at Buddakan. We made a reservation for five as part of a celebration. When we arrived to the restaurant, they sat us within five minutes. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Absolutely beautiful. The food was delicious as were the drinks. They even brought out a dessert and candle unexpectedly to celebrate us. The noise was a bit high and the service a little bit slow but other than that it was wonderful.
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Buddakan NYPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Meatpacking District
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4.6

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514 restaurants available nearby

1. Buddakan NY

2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

3. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

5. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

6. Bad Roman

7. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

8. Twin Tails

9. TAO Uptown

10. Pink Taco - NYC

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