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1. Shalel
4.7
Exceptional(420)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Lincoln Square
Booked 32 times today
Shalel has served New Yorkers since 2000 and is dedicated to the variety and excellency of Mediterranean cooking. Shalel draws its inspiration from dishes and design of the coastal Mediterranean: Morocco, Palestine, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, the Côte d’Azur, and Spain. Shalel's unique underground space is a relaxed, candlelit setting where highlights include Shalel’s namesake waterfall, indoor plants, fresh cut flowers, and an “alimentari” market of various Mediterranean products. Walk down the rose petal covered stairs to this underground restaurant.
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2. Altair
4.6
Exceptional(671)
$$$$
• American • Garment District
Booked 29 times today
Offering Modern-American fare inspired by celestial wonder, Altair offers exceptional & elevated cuisine. A showcase of thoughtful ingredients that inspire the palate and spirit alike. Peak produce & carefully selected protein sources. Vegan & vegetarian-friendly dining within sleek and stunning architecture & design. Our dining room includes our enclosed greenhouse and dining room. Our bar room offers lounge seating typical of cocktail bars & lounges. Traditional dining tables are NOT available in the bar room.
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3. Tarallucci e Vino - Upper West Side
4.6
Exceptional(367)
$$$$
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 16 times today
Established in 2001, Tarallucci e Vino brings the ease and casual elegance of Italy's bars and "caffés" to New Yorkers and visitors. Homemade pastas, seasonal dishes and expertly crafted coffee uphold the Italian ideal of high-quality, locally-sourced, seasonal food, prepared to highlight the natural beauty of the ingredients. Our versatile cocktail and wine list features hard-to-find gems from family-run wineries in Italy to complement the food and create a true dining experience.
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4. Cafe Fiorello
4.7
Exceptional(11056)
$$$$
• Italian • Lincoln Square
Booked 111 times today
Our outdoor cafe is first come, first served. We do not take reservations for our outdoor cafe.----------------------------------A forum for Lincoln Center’s performing arts culture for nearly 30 years, Café Fiorello features a sprawling bar filled with more than 50 kinds of antipasti. Finished in warm wood, brass and mirrors, the main dining room suggests a timeless charm. In addition to the hot and cold antipasto specialties of vegetables and seafood, the menu features updated Italian classics and specialty dishes, as well as a selection of seafood, steak, veal & pasta.
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5. Giardino 54
4.7
Exceptional(610)
$$$$
• Italian • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 20 times today
Authentic Italian cuisine at Giardino 54, where Executive Chef Andrea Giacomoni marries time-honored traditions with inventive flair. Nestled just off 9th Avenue on W 54th Street.A menu built around homemade pastas, seasonal Italian small plates, and regionally inspired mains — each dish thoughtfully paired with our curated boutique wine list, hand-picked Italian & local artisan beers, and elegant craft cocktails. Chef Giacomoni’s signature dish the slow-roasted porchetta is impeccable.Our botanical theme extends beyond décor — the back garden blooms under evening lights, offering a quiet sanctuary for midsize parties or private dinners. In front, a generous patio welcomes al fresco dining year-round (weather permitting). We accommodate both high tables with stools and low tables with chairs — please let us know your preference and we’ll do our best to honor seating on a first-come, first-served basis.Giardino 54 offers custom party menus and private event options.
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6. Sempre Oggi
4.8
Exceptional(1016)
$$$$
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 70 times today
A Michelin-recommended Italian restaurant on the Upper West Side, Sempre Oggi is driven by the market — shaped by the season, the farms we trust, and what arrived that morning. We believe there is beauty in simplicity: house-made pastas, a signature roast chicken, and a kitchen that lets great ingredients speak for themselves. The room feels like a Milanese apartment — casually elegant, stylish, and comfortable in its own skin.The bar opens at 4 for aperitivi. The dining room opens at 4:30 for dinner. Brunch Saturday and Sunday beginning at 11. Ten minutes from Lincoln Center and directly across from the Beacon Theatre.
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7. The Living Room
4.7
Exceptional(123)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Midtown West
Booked 6 times today
Located on the lobby level of Park Hyatt New York, The Living Room offers an intimate and elegant setting for Contemporary American cuisine; chef-driven dishes paired with exceptional handcrafted cocktails.This Midtown Manhattan restaurant and lounge cater to pre-theatre dining with its proximity to Carnegie Hall, discreet business lunches, and evenings focused on expertly prepared drinks. Blending five-star hotel hospitality with the refined modern design, The Living Room provides a luxurious yet intimate conclusion to any evening.
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8. Amanda's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2199)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Jersey City
Booked 16 times today
For the past 28 years, Amanda's mission has always been about replenishing the soul through delicious contemporary cuisine and providing excellent service - all at a reasonable price. Guests enter our elegantly restored brownstones and are warmly welcomed by an accommodating staff. Although geographically close to Manhattan and certainly as culinary sophisticated, we're not slow to smile and truly aim to please each guest. Our popularity stems from the talents of our chef, our dedication to warm, gracious service and the comfortable elegance of our dining rooms. Amanda's is the natural choice for so many occasions: the romantic couple on a "date to impress," a family brunch on Sunday or the place to enjoy pre-theater Early Dinner at a price that is really too good to believe. Sophisticated wine lovers enjoy our monthly five-course wine dinners.
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9. Shun Lee West
4.0
Excellent(3587)
$$$$
• Chinese • Lincoln Square
Booked 29 times today
Conveniently located across from Lincoln Center and a startling revelation in shiny black lacquer, Shun Lee exudes Asian chic with grand authority.For haute Chinese cuisine, it’s among New York City’s best. Regional offerings include crispy Grand Marnier prawns with honey walnuts (Canton), braised sea bass in hot bean sauce (Hunan) and shredded beef with leeks and hot peppers (Szechwan). Specialties include beggar’s chicken baked in lotus leaves and clay (requires one day’s notice), Hunan tripe, sweetbreads with black mushrooms and of course, Beijing Duck.
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10. The Elgin
4.5
Awesome(777)
$$$$
• American • Theater District
Booked 17 times today
Please call for parties over 4 guests. Your table will be held for 15 minutes.The Elgin is a bar & restaurant serving upscale fare situated just south of Rockefeller Center & steps from Broadway & Times Square. Our goal is to provide sophisticated cocktails, a carefully curated craft & seasonal beer list, amazing food in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Please join us!The Elgin’s 4 main principals, Peter Pernicone, Darwin Conner, Paul Baum & Christine Trauben, have known each other for 30 years. They all grew up on the lower west side of NYC in Chelsea & had a goal of owning a bar together & could not be more excited about opening The Elgin. As an acknowledgment of their collective history, they named a signature cocktail—the Chelsea 1724—after their neighborhood. Darwin & Paul grew up in Chelsea on 17th St and Peter & Christine lived on 24th St. They are joined by Patrick Callaghan who has been working with Peter for many years.

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