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La Grande Boucherie NYC
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.6(8,872)Midtown West - 2
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH New York
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(5,302)West Village - 3
Gallaghers Steakhouse - Manhattan
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(18,699)Midtown West - 4
Soothr
Price: Expensive•Thai•4.7(277)East Village - 5
Bad Roman
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(2,598)Upper West Side
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STK - NYC - Midtown
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4(9,844)Midtown West - 2
Chez Fifi
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.7(68)Upper East Side - 3
Nubeluz
Price: Moderate•Cocktail Bar•4.6(828)NoMad - 4
Le Veau d'Or
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.9(54)Upper East Side - 5
Roscioli À la Carte
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(19)SoHo
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Buddakan NY
Price: Very Expensive•Chinese•4.6(16,369)Meatpacking District - 2
Beauty & Essex- New York
Price: Expensive•Unspecified•4.6(10,064)Lower East Side - 3
Babbo Ristorante
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.5(4,924)Greenwich Village - 4
The River Cafe
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(9,281)DUMBO - 5
Catch New York
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.4(10,213)Meatpacking District
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Bar Miller
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(21)Nestled in an intimate space in the East Village, Bar Miller is the showcase omakase restaurant from the sushi concept Rosella. Just a few blocks away, our 8-seat sushi bar is seated twice nightly for a tasting menu that features local, sustainably-sourced ingredients.
Domestic beer, wine, and cider shape a drink program that stays true to our approach to the menu, while the sake list highlights Brooklyn-based breweries and less conventional styles from Japan.
Bar Miller happily accommodates solo diners. Please email info@barmiller with your reservation request and we will follow up!Giano
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(1,560)This is the story of Paolo and Matteo, two guys from Milano who had an idea. Let's take the heart of our tradition and fuse it with the exciting innovations happening in Italian cooking, they said. Inspired by the Roman deity Janus who looked to the future as well as the past, Giano respects tradition and embraces the future. We like to think of our little corner in the east village as quite special, and hope you will too.
Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date.
Please know that we have a grace period (15 min) .
All of our outdoor seating have heaters for your dining comfort but we ask that you dress accordingly for a New York winter.
Kabawa
Price: Very Expensive•Caribbean•4.9(16)Kabawa, a deeply personal restaurant from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku, offers a nuanced and distinct perspective on Caribbean cuisine. Built around a set menu with plenty of choices, it’s a place to take your time, enjoy a meal, and discover something new each time you visit.
Kabawa’s menu is a three-course, $145 prix fixe experience, exclusive of beverage, tax, and gratuity. The restaurant is divided between kitchen counter seating, an immersive experience with direct chef service, or more secluded table seating.
Structured to showcase the depth and diversity of Caribbean cuisine, our ingredients are thoughtfully procured, fusing local produce from neighborhoods right here in New York with specialty items sourced directly from the Caribbean.
Every touch point — from the custom mosaics to the ingredient sourcing to the instrumental music — is intentional, tapping into Chef Paul’s upbringing in Barbados to reflect the vibrant, welcoming spirit of a Caribbean home.Bar Kabawa
Price: Very Expensive•Caribbean•4.8(13)While we do offer reservations each night, we save half the room for walk-ins too. Come on by! | Bar Kabawa is a wine and daiquiri bar from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku celebrating the flavors of the Caribbean in the heart of the East Village. Drawing inspiration from Chef Paul's culinary journey, the menu features daiquiris, wines by the glass, and a compact list of patties and raw bar bites. Bar Kabawa is a place to relax, enjoy, and feel at home—whether you're dropping in for a casual drink or gathering with friends.
Nai Tapas Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Tapas / Small Plates•4.8(1,014)Welcome to Nai – A Galician Dining Experience
Nestled in the heart of the East Village, Nai offers an elevated take on Spanish tapas inspired by Galicia. Chef Ruben Rodriguez brings his heritage, artistry, and deep respect for tradition to every dish, turning simple ingredients into something unforgettable.
Our seasonal tasting menu showcases Galicia’s rich flavors through Chef Ruben’s creative lens. Whether you’re joining us for an intimate dinner, Flamenco performances on Thursdays and Saturdays, or our cozy Happy Hour escape Monday–Wednesday (5–7pm) with half-price sangria pitchers, $6 beers, and $10 house wine, Nai is where food, culture, and hospitality come together.
Reservations are recommended, with limited bar seating for walk-ins. Our curated wine list and seasonal cocktails complete the experience.House of Pasta
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(35)Located at Manhattan, New York, House of Pasta brings a fresh, vibrant take on traditional Italian cuisine. With a passion for handcrafted pastas, quality ingredients, and a warm, welcoming ambiance, House of Pasta is a destination where old-world recipes meet modern flavors. Whether you’re here for a cozy dinner, a lively group celebration, or just to savor a bowl of perfectly made pasta, our menu has something for every taste.
Spes - Vino Naturale e Cucina
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(140)Spēs | Vino naturale e cucina POP is a small natural wine bar & Italian restaurant serving more than 100 natural wines, all by the glass in the East Village neighborhood. The ambience is very cozy and intimate, low warm lights, candles, natural wines in every place you look with a beautiful antique/rustic Italian vibe.
We focus in farmers who respect the biodiversity and respect the LAND. We work with small production of wines, therefore every time you come you will find something new, beautiful and interesting! We have an UNIQUE and FUN way to choose the wine. You'll have to COME and try it for yourself! #choosthemoodwebringthewine
Our cuisine is genuine Italian, from small bites to a full dinner - don't forget to try our delicious desserts! All based in local products and the freshest ingredients!
We have as well a small cocktail list ALL vermouth based! You will me amaze how good they taste!Plado - East Village, NYC
Price: Expensive•Tapas / Small Plates•4.7(249)A Mediterranean Influenced Dining Experience in the East Village. Plado is a carefully crafted international tapas restaurant. At Plado, small tasting plates and tapas style dishes emerge from the open kitchen with inspired Mediterranean cuisine and seasonal products. Chef German Rizzo’s style menu sets the experience to enjoy a shared meal with friends and family.
Cecilia
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(19)Located at 97 St. Marks Place in the heart of the East Village, CECILIA combines old-world charm with modern flair, creating a welcoming space for wining, dining and creating memorable experiences.San Marzano Pasta Fresca
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(327)Dinner Reservations:
Every dinner reservation requires a special prix fixe menu for a minimum of two people and a 90-minute seating.
$55 per person includes:
Unlimited house wine, draft beer, or sangria
3 appetizers served family style
1 main course per person
Sunday-Thursday: An additional prix fixe option is available for $40 per person, which includes:
The same food options as the $55 menu, but without the unlimited wine/beer/sangria
Unlimited soft drinks
Brunch Reservations:
Every brunch reservation requires a special prix fixe menu for a minimum of two people and a 90-minute seating.
$34 per person includes:
Unlimited mimosas
Drip coffee
1 main course per person (from either the brunch or dinner menu)
A $25 virgin prix fixe replaces the unlimited mimosas with juice/soft drinks.
A $25 cancellation fee per person applies if the reservation is canceled within 24 hours.
A 20% gratuity will be automatically added to each bill for brunch and dinner reservations.
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- PPatrickAustin •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFantastic as usual. Food's great, staff's great, all was great.More infoSoothrPrice: Expensive• Thai• East Village•4.7
- NNevonNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoLoved Gjelina! Great menu selection and our server was fun and attentive and helped guide our meal with recommendations. Ate dinner here with my colleague and boss and it was a perfect weeknight choice for a fun but professional dinner.More infoGjelina - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• East Village•4.6
- AAllieVIPDenver / Colorado •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoEverything was perfect, the food was excellent!! We can’t wait to come backMore infoBONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo•4.8
- RREDNew York City •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAlways a great time at Nudibranch. Great neighborhood spot where regulars are easily recognized, and the hospitality feels effortless. Top that with a well executed food and beverage program, and there's a lot to like and want to return for here.More infoNudibranchPrice: Moderate• Korean• East Village•4.5
- LLelaToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 8, 2025i love it so much and the staff are so amazing and kindMore infoLa PalapaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• East Village•4.5
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The best vegetarian restaurants in East Village are Gjelina - New York, Moko and Soothr
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