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1. Cecconi's Dumbo
4.6
Exceptional(5962)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO
Booked 219 times today
Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.
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2. Nobu Downtown
4.7
Exceptional(5375)
$$$$
• Japanese • Financial District
Booked 130 times today
Nobu Downtown is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District designed by NYC’s celebrated architect, David Rockwell. On the ground level, guests can enjoy open air-like experience in our Bar & Lounge dining framed by 30 foot heroic limestone columns. Our sub terrain dining room provides intimate ambience with sushi bar and private dining options. Indulge in Chef Nobu’s famous signature dishes including Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. RESERVATION GUIDE• “Regular” for one of the two indoor dining rooms• “ Bar” for plush lounge seating• “Counter” for sushi bar experience Please call us if you wish to book a larger party or event as we will not be able to accept requests for putting multiple reservations next to each other.
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3. Stone Park Cafe
4.9
Exceptional(1154)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Park Slope
Booked 17 times today
Stone Park Cafe is a foodie haven, known for its market-driven menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Reviews rave about the 'delicious food', 'expert servers' and the 'great wine list'. The restaurant's 'comfortable yet polished dining room' and 'relaxed, comfortable atmosphere' also make it a hit among foodies.
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4. The River Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(9200)
$$$$
• American • DUMBO
Booked 41 times today
Nestled beneath the Brooklyn Bridge with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, The River Café has been a beloved New York City destination since 1977. Founded by Michael “Buzzy” O’Keeffe, the restaurant is a true New York original. Renowned for its romantic setting, refined cuisine, and impeccable service.Under the direction of Executive Chef Brad Steelman, The River Café offers a seasonal New American menu that highlights the finest and often rare ingredients. Over the years, it has received numerous accolades, including the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and longstanding recognition from the Michelin Guide.Guests enjoy an elegant atmosphere enriched by nightly live piano music, thoughtful floral touches, and attentive service. The spectacular garden adds to the sense of magic, making The River Café not just a meal, but an unforgettable experience.
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5. Convivium Osteria
3.4
Very Good(1095)
$$$$
• Italian • Park Slope
Booked 2 times today
Convivium Osteria is a rustic romantic and transporting Italian restaurant featuring traditional regional cuisine. Our two dining rooms are perfect for large gatherings or small intimate dinners, is the perfect environment to taste authentic cuisine featuring local and organic. You may dine in our wine cellar and select a wine from our list of over 300 wines.
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6. Sunn's
4.8
Exceptional(100)
$$$$
• Korean • Chinatown
Booked 33 times today
Sunn’s is a cozy place for banchan and wine in Chinatown. Chef-owner Sunny Lee offers a selection of banchan alongside a rotating menu meant to be shared. Soju, makgeolli and ice cold Korean lagers can be enjoyed alongside the thoughtful wine list overseen by Parcelle.
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7. May Kaidee
4.3
Awesome(10)
$$$$
• Thai • Lower East Side
Booked 3 times today
Authentic Thai food, spontaneous traditional dancing, occasional costume dress-up with background music by exclusively Thai musicians makes May Kaidee stand apart from most restaurants. And for those who are up for the challenge, our karaoke stage awaits in a separate event space!May Kaide has a warm and casual setting ideal for meeting with friends, unwinding after work, and foodies seeking a unique but authentic take on traditional Thai food. Some customers over the years have commented that they feel as if they have been momentarily transported to a family restaurant in Thailand.All Vegan, our menu was originally developed 40 years ago in Bangkok, Thailand. We specialize in curries, noodles and NE Thai dishes including an uncanny plant-based version of Laab Pak, the Isaan favorite. We source the freshest ingredients, grind spices daily and make every dish to order.Also check out our experiences including fruit carving, culinary parties, and the Thai night market!
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  • Giancarlo
    1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Gianfranco was an amazing server and was very helpful with our questions on the menu! The buffalo mozzarella pizza was delicious and so was the calamari. And the ambience was 10/10 beautiful place and the hostess treated us with care when we wanted to switch seating! Will come again.
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    Cecconi's Dumbo$$$$• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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    4.6
  • Ayeshia
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    From the moment we arrived, the attention to detail was brilliant. Every member of staff, from reception to the greeter and the waiting team, was attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. The recommendations were fantastic and tailored perfectly to our tastes. The notes we left in advance were taken care of, as were we. Each course was beautifully presented, and the timing between dishes was perfect, allowing us to savour the food and really enjoy the experience. It was lovely to be surrounded by so many people celebrating special occasions. The team were genuinely passionate about the menu and approachable, making for a fantastic atmosphere. We look forward to returning.
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    The River Cafe$$$$• American• DUMBO
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    4.8
  • Alyssa
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Food was delicious and great service! We’ll be back!
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    Nobu Downtown $$$$• Japanese• Financial District
    •
    4.7
  • KateGold
    New York City •231 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 15, 2026
    Always a great meal here. Excellent cocktails too. Nice outdoor space in season.
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    Stone Park Cafe$$$$• Contemporary American• Park Slope
    •
    4.9
  • ElizabethGold
    Philadelphia County •88 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 19, 2025
    Great Italian food. Wonderful staff. Got us in and out in a timely manner so we could go to the basketball game. I highly recommend a neighborhood gem
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    Convivium Osteria$$$$• Italian• Park Slope
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    3.4

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