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1. Pappardella
4.7
Exceptional(2854)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 35 times today
Welcome to PappardellaPappardella restaurant brings to you the flavors and food of Tuscany. Established in 1983, Pappardella offers a romantic setting of timeless charm with 20 foot ceilings, French doors; a stunning mural of Florence.Menu and service reflect the warmth and attention of the old world, as well as the diversity and techniques of today. we feature homemade pasta, artisanal pizza; other great Italian staples, like chicken parmagian, grilled branzino; scrumptious tiramisu.A beautiful outdoor terrace makes for great people watching in the warm months. Pappardella is conveniently located near the beacon theater, the museum of natural history &Central Park offering lunch; dinner pre fix, brunch.
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2. Serafina Meatpacking
4.6
Exceptional(612)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Meatpacking District
Booked 15 times today
In the heart of the Meatpacking District only few steps from the Whitney Museum, Little Island, Highline and Chelsea Market. Our guests feast on delicious Italian cuisine including Serafina’s signature thin crust pizzas, delicious pastas, fresh salads, seafood, burgers and meats as well as delicious crafted cocktails and a curated wine list.Cozy atmosphere, full bar, 3 floors and an outdoor café offer excellent people watching on the neighborhood's classic cobblestone streets. It is also a favorite brunch destination.PRIVATE DINING AVAILABLEWALK-INS are welcome for parties of two and three with no reservations. Credit Card are required for parties of 6 and more to secure the reservation. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required to avoid the cancellation fee ($30 per person)
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3. Serafina Tribeca
4.7
Exceptional(748)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • TriBeCa
Booked 20 times today
A beautiful building on the corner of West Broadway and Reade Street with large windows, excellent for people watching in the colder months and lovely breezes on warmer days and nights. Comforting Italian cuisine paired with excellent wines, or one of the many choices from the large bar menu cocktails and spirits. Open for Brunch on Saturday and Sunday, Lunch and Dinner daily.
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4. Yuca Bar
4.9
Exceptional(48)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • East Village
Booked 10 times today
Right in the heart of the East Village, Yuca Bar & Restaurant has been dishing out the best of Latin flavors for over two decades. Our menu is like a journey through Latin America, serving both timeless classics and fresh twists you've gotta try. And when it comes to drinks? Our cocktails are straight-up fire. Sit yourself down at our open window seating or the sidewalk café – prime spots for some solid city scenes and epic people-watching. Don't even think about missing our weekend brunch; it's a Latin food party you'll want to be part of. And hey, taco fans? Taco Tuesdays are on with a 50% off deal. For those in the mood for a deal, we've got an all-day, every-day happy hour that lasts until 8 pm. But the real party kicks off every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with live DJ sets, bringing down the house with Latin rhythms and reggaetón beats. At Yuca, it's more than just food; it's a full-on Latin experience.
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5. Yves
3.5
Very Good(246)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 1 time today
Yves Restaurant was inspired by Smith & Mills owners adoration of the small and highly personalized owner-operated neighborhood Café culture in Paris (Montmartre) and North Africa, Morocco. Yves occupies a two hundred year old former Seafarers Inn, across from the main downtown Hudson River entrance. The restaurant is washed in a minimalist design aesthetic in the heart of picturesque Tribeca. The photographic artwork is inspired by the marriage of fashion, design, community and people. The menu exudes clean and modern French fare sprinkled with a Moroccan influence. Although refined, the dishes are comforting, approachable and familiar. Our culinary team’s approach is simple sophistication balanced with a side of whimsy and fun.Yves has been labeled the best view to water and people watching in Tribeca. The 46 seat (interior seating) is made much larger feeling by the 80 plus outdoor seats (weather permitting) on the corner of N Moore st with the Hudson River in the backdrop.
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6. Merchants NY
new
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Chelsea
Booked 1 time today
Merchants NY, is the creator of the multi area restaurant concept, and the leader in the increasingly popular class of “Living Room” dining and drinking. Celebrating 25 years of operation, Merchants continues its philosophy “to deliver excellent, friendly, courteous and dedicated service.” Offering classic American fare, an extensive wine list and signature crafted cocktails in an elegantly appointed modern setting, Merchants provides the ideal drinking and dining experience.Merchants features several private party rooms that can accommodate groups up to 20 to 200 guests. The “Living Room” features a fireplace with visually stimulating decor, providing old world charm with unparalleled comfort. A true neighborhood spot, Merchants serves many as a “home away from home.” With a truly cozy ambiance, it’s a perfect place for intimate gatherings and private parties. The sidewalk café is perfect for Chelsea people watching.

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