CHILI

★★★★★ 4.6 (886) • $$

"One of the top notch and delicious Chinese / Szechuan spots! We ordered: -jellyfish salad: super refreshing and flavorful. -braised tofu with crab meat: very delicious and it tasted like salted egg was added to it which really enhances the flavor -spicy cumin lamb: kind of remind me of the lamb skewers and it's a nice balance of meat and veggies that consist of onions and cilantro-white style chungking braised fish stew: my favorite dish and practically fished the entire dish including the soup. The fish fillets were tender and the soup itself is flavorful and not crazy spicy which makes it really enjoyable. Overall service is quick and attentive. Great ambiance for both small and large groups."

Palma

★★★★☆ 4.2 (937) • $$$

"This place is a neighborhood gem! Tucked away on a Greenwich Village side street it, this fine Italian eatery was found to be cozy, warm, and welcoming on a recent cold night while visiting the city with a group of friends. We sat at a table in the front room, near to the bar where we could watch the buzz of cool New Yorkers file in the establishment. Our server was very helpful in helping to choose from too many good looking options from the menu. We started with crispy artichokes and the antipasti - all of it delicious. The mushroom stuffed gnocchi the size of golf balls in a savory buttery truffle sauce was a hit at the table, as was the tortellini in broth and the mouth watering ravioli Cacio e Pepe. All of it was finished off with a big bold Italian red wine. This place is amazing in vibe, food, and service."

Crave Fishbar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (902) • $$$

"As I said back in 2016, I repeat in 2023, CRAVE Fishbar is a definite keeper. Last night 12/12, we recently returned with friends to celebrate the holiday season. The restaurant was bustling in merriment.We started off with a platter of 24 delicious briny East Coast bivalves (oysters, matey!) which went down well with our yummy spicy 'Good Life' margaritas. All followed by small plates of: Salmon Sashimi tostadas, Silky Fluke Nigiri, Grilled Octopus w fennel, crunchy Brussel sprouts with chorizo, grilled Cauliflower with jalapeño + cheese. All delicious and good!Our evening concluded with Crave's luscious silky Red Velvet Cheesecake. A good choice! *Merry Happy + Season's Greetings to all! Cheers!***Peace On Earth**Thank you"

Negril BK

★★★★☆ 4.1 (917) • $$$

"Such a cute restaurant decor is definitely a 10 ! The food was very tasty and the portions were reasonable for the price. We had the sampler platter the ox tails were my fav. We didn't have reservations and went in the afternoon on a Saturday and we were able to be seated right away. I wouldn't probably make reservations if I was going in the evening. The service was great I will definitely be back!"

Market Table

★★★★☆ 4.1 (888) • $$$

"I went to this restaurant for some lunch and a couple of cocktails. When I arrived, I had to circle the block a few times to find parking. I found parking about 10 minutes away. I walked into a cute restaurant. I was sat by the manager and Luis was my server, and he was good. I ordered from the lunch menu, the pumpkin gnocchi, and the Nashville chicken sandwich. For my cocktails, I got the espresso martini, which was really good, and the lemon drop martini, which was ok. The food came out, and I enjoyed the gnocchi. It was different as far as flavor but good. The Nashville chicken sandwich was good, just a little sticky. I definitely had a good experience!"

Hold Fast Kitchen & Spirits

★★★★★ 4.7 (661) • $$

"Quick meet and eat with Lisa E. and our lovely daughter Mele before a show. Second time here bit first indoors. Nice NY bar feel with a more than decent cocktail list. My classic negroni was indeed as described, classic in every sense. The duck confit carnitas was a delight to eat! Two crispy skinned legs plated with everything needed to make mexican style peking duck. Appetizer portion was more than enough for a meal. I could see their chipotle hoisin sauce becoming the latest sriracha craze."

Friedmans

★★★★☆ 3.9 (946) • $$

"American style lunch. Solid options. Decent portion size.Service was decent, I think we had a switch of waiter half way. But staff are very friendly and respectfulThere are two sections for seating, one near the outside door, and a section further in. Has a diner theme seating."

Attaboy

★★★★☆ 4.1 (826) • $$

"After many attempts to come here, we finally made it on a weekday right at opening by arriving 15 minutes early. We were the first ones seated at the bar as the place quickly filled up.There is no menu here. You tell the bartender what kind of alcohol and flavors you like and they create something special just for you on the spot. The talent of these bartenders is amazing as it's easy to see why it's become one of the top bars in the world. How could they go wrong when each drink is curated specifically for each person? I love whiskey and have been really into Jalapeño margaritas, so I loved how the bartender cleverly added cayenne pepper for that kick in my whiskey cocktail --amazing! We ended up spending over $200 for 6 cocktails with two specialty ones from the top shelf, so those were $35 each. For the experience, it's worth it to try bottles you may not often find. It's a treat, but definitely worth it!"

Xixa

★★★★☆ 4.4 (714) • $$$

"Unbelievable. We had a party of 9 on a Saturday night at 830 PM. Because of the party size, we had to do a set tasting menu. We had 1 veg, 1 allergy to fish, 1 dairy free.Xixa delivered! The drinks and service were quick, attentive, and fun! Our first course, a fried fish taco, came out around 850 and it was the best fish taco I've ever had. Light, airy, meaty, perfect accoutrement, house made tortillas, and just an absolute hit. The veg/non fish got a fried eggplant taco that they raved about too! I won't list every course, but they were all incredible, unique in a familiar way, and very sizable. I was so full at the end and we even got a double dessert because we were celebrating some events. My favorite dish was the crispy pork osso buco taco, but everything was exceptional. We got 9 of us fed 11 courses, multiple drinks, and great service the whole way in about 2.25 hours. I hope I get the honor to go back again soon. Thank you Xixa (Shiksa)!"

Ho' Brah a Taco Joint

★★★★☆ 3.8 (907) • $$

"It was Taco Tuesday hence I decided to have lunch at this establishment. The atmosphere was laidback. My waiter was personable when I walked in. I asked for a table. Since it was a weekday lunch hour, I was seated immediately. Their taco special was amazing. I loved how fresh the fish was.I highly recommend coming here,"

Otis

★★★★★ 4.7 (584) • $$$

"We had a big group to try out all the dishes they have on the menu. Overall it was great! My favorite is their breads: so soft and fresh. The grilled shrimp dish is also amazing. My least favorite is mussels because I have had elsewhere better. Most of the dishes are on the salty side, with a lot of sauces (especially for the salad) and it's not really exactly my preference.Staff is attentive. Drinks are bomb! Will try to come back!"

Rule of Thirds

★★★★☆ 4 (780) • $$$

"Rule of Thirds is such a unique gem! These are the kind of dishes you won't find on every menu (even other Japanese menus). We came here for brunch and had the nicest server who really made our experience. We ordered a variety of dishes to share. The hot honey gem salad was so tasty and refreshing. It is a very generous portion, so we weren't able to finish, but honestly, we still loved it. The hot honey is very subtle but the overall flavor is delicious. We also got the chicken katsu sando and we loved the chicken itself, which was perfectly fried. One of the standouts for us was the smashed potato. This had an incredible, rich flavor and was a very balanced dish. I'm not a big mushroom fan, so I was a bit apprehensive about this, and it really blew me away. We also loved the hottekoki- every table orders this and you can see why! It is lightly sweet and the honey maple butter adds great flavor. Highly recommend adding the optional soft serve, which is a little mini portion of the white sesame soft serve that comes on the side (and is also dairy free!). The cocktails were also quite unique- both of the ones we tried had a very herbal profile. You might not enjoy these as much if you tend to like sweet cocktails, but we enjoyed trying them. The one complaint we had was that the utensils you're provided make it really hard to eat everything. For example, the gem salad was delicious, but the leaves and radishes were huge and we were only provided chopsticks, so it was difficult to actually eat bites of the salad. The katsu sando had a large schmear of mustard on the side, but we didn't have anything we could use to put the mustard on the sando. The wooden spoons that came with the hottokeki were also kind of impractical- they were fine to use to scoop out pieces of the pancake but hard to actually eat with. We really enjoyed our experience here and would gladly come back!"

Bricolage

★★★★☆ 4.1 (725) • $$$

"My wife had the noodle soup with chicken and I tried the Lamb shank. Desert and tea were good. The alcohol drinks lacked alcohol lol. The service is top notch. Love the decor. Will definitely go back again. Also recommend this place for all to try."

The Cabin NYC

★★★★☆ 4.1 (720) • $$

"My girlfriends and I got here after 4pm on a Friday, and we were the first ones. It was lovely sitting by the open window, and the fans were blasting. There are large TVs, which were showing the Olympics. More fun for us.The menu was pretty robust for the time of day. I could have had any of the cocktails, truly. The campfire old fashioned hit the spot.The bartender was chill and nice - attentive enough. The decor, particularly the central tree, is stunning. It feels like a very fancy cabin."

The Maze

★★★★☆ 3.9 (783) • $$

"Located in the middle of Ktown, this place is spot on for yummy food and cocktails! Highlights of the menu:1. Fried squid tentacles2. Spicy rice, cake, and fish cake soup 3. Korean pork Katsu cutlet4. Karaage5. Green tea mochi five pieces6. Maze margarita7. Coconut mai tai8. Maze mojito"

Antidote

★★★★★ 4.6 (559) • $$

"Wow, wow, wow! Came here for my birthday dinner & was blown away! The scallion pancakes were divine, paired it with the Woodear salad which was such a unique texture & flavor! The French fries were good but also could've gone without them. For entrees we ordered the prawns (very tasty but they come in their shell so I definitely avoided the struggle there). We also ordered the noodles & beef & green pepper dish which were delicious! Definitely recommend!"

Vic's

★★★★☆ 4.3 (635) • $$$

"My friend and I snagged a last minute reservation here last Friday. I'm so glad that we did! We had to wait a bit to be seated, but they were great about transferring our bar tab to our table once we were seated. I loved the Milano cocktail! Not too sweet and full of flavorTo start, we shared the crudo, per our server's recommendation. It was delicious! So tender, light, and flavorful. I went with the cacio e pepe for my entree and it was classic and delicious! The pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauce had that intense peppery flavor you need in a good cacio e pepe. For the area and quality of the food, I found it to be very well priced. I would definitely come back here! I want to try the pizzas next time!"

Bijan's

★★★★☆ 3.9 (742) • $$

"I came in with no expectations. But I was delighted with the food. Well seasoned, well cooked, great selection. The service is good as well. I do recommend it, it tastes healthy!!"

Hunt & Fish Club

★★★★☆ 3.9 (737) • $$$

"The Ambiance is amazing.. the food was impeccable and the service was on point. Right in heart of Times Square is this gem of a restaurant perfect for a birthday celebration. Very expensive yet feels like it's worth every penny. Definitely recommend checking it out to celebrate something or someone special."

Colonie

★★★★☆ 4 (694) • $$$

"Absolutely delicious every time we visit! Our favorite spot for fresh veggies and finger-licking delicious pasta. Highly recommend!"

Miss Ada

★★★★☆ 4.4 (562) • $$$

"Went on a Wednesday and this place was packed. Limited seating on the outside and smaller venue inside. Party of 1 and 2 should have no issues but more than 2 you may have a wait.However the food is wonderful! My favorite was sweet potato hummus. With it being fall it's a perfect compliment.The Veridian is a spicy margarita. Now I like spicy but whew- I was not expecting that type of spicy. It was delicious but no way I could do a second and then switched it up.While the entrees looked amazing we decided to order a variety of small plates to share. Everything was tasty and well seasoned.My particular favorites were sweet potato hummus and Brick chicken.The top of the night was desserts. We got one of each and they were simply a treat. Do not skip desert. The chocolate kofta was divine but my surprise favorite was the knafe. I'm probably not spelling that right but hands down I would reorder again.Great find for a good meal."

Walter's

★★★★☆ 4 (672) • $$

"Walter's is a Fort Greene, neighborhood gem. Since moving into Fort Greene almost, twelve years ago we have eaten at Walter's too many times to count. The staff is very attentive, kind and welcoming. I love the cozy atmosphere and, the food keeps us coming back. Without a reservation, the wait for a table can be long. That only speaks to the loyalty, good food, service that you receive when dining at Walter's. I love starting with the oysters. The burgers are delicious - juicy and so tasty. The fries are crispy, thin and addictive. One of favorites is their the Wagyu French Dip sandwich. Served with caramelized onions, a lovely horseradish cream, au jus with Gruyère cheese on a delicious baguette. The fried chicken is crispy and flavorful on the outside and tender in the inside. Just what really good fried chicken should be! Served with one of my all-time favor, comfort foods, garlic, mashed potatoes.We will be back again and again, that's a given. I hope you enjoy Walter's as much as I do!"

Benjamin Steakhouse Prime

★★★★☆ 4.4 (550) • $$$$

"We were in NY for thanksgiving and wanted to find a restaurant that offered a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. I am so glad I booked a reservation for here. The vibe was really busy, loud and fun. It was a little chaotic and we had to wait a half hour for our table even though we had reservations. But that was fine, I prefer that to a quiet and boring restaurant, especially because we were with two young teenagers who appreciated the vibe. The food was absolutely delicious. It was a set turkey dinner menu with a choice of appetizer and dessert. Highly recommend!!"

The Rum House

★★★★☆ 3.9 (697) • $$

"The rum house a place for cocktails and amazing jazz music popcorn is served but no food server was pleasant -great ambiance will come again for sure"

Estela

★★★★☆ 3.9 (697) • $$$$

"I don't have pics of everything I ate because we were too busy enjoying the food and conversation at the table. Service here is always A1. They are attentive w/o being annoying. The restaurant is cozy, it doesn't feel cramped. This was my second time here. What I love about the food at Estela is how playful every dish is. Every plate was cleaned, no crumbs. My friend even took the ricotta dumpling broth from bowl to her face, it was so good. Things I highly recommend are the beef tartar, the Endive granola, the arroz and ricotta dumpling! We also did the cheese board and chocolate cake . Tip: I always recommend making a reservation. They be booked and busy."

DuMont Burger

★★★★☆ 3.6 (803) • $$

"Incredible wings deff get those if you canBurger is standard but marketed as NY best Generally no line but food took 30+ minutes to come out even though we were one of three parties thefe"

The Bar Room

★★★★☆ 4 (640) • $$

"Espresso martinis were not as coffee fwd as I would've expected for a place with an espresso martini subcategory but not bad."

Lokal 83 Mediterranean Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.4 (514) • $$

"4+ Good food and ambiance. Very comfortable with diff options for seating. We love going in a group so we can try more."

Loulou Petit Bistro & Speakeasy

★★★★☆ 3.9 (645) • $$

"I came to this restaurant with my parents and family friends. To be honest I didn't know what to expect. At first glance, the menu seemed kind of boring like a typical brunch place without zing, but that could have just been the website design. However, when I heard about the reviews for the restaurant and when I heard that the food was great. I was more excited to give it a try. I ordered the avocado toast with smoked salmon and a poached egg. I also ordered a virgin bloody mary. The food was really good and I was happy to be proven wrong.The portions weren't too much or too little. I was happy with how much of the smoked salmon they put on the toast because it can be a pricy ingredient. I also loved the flavor of my bloody mary. Many people think that a virgin bloody mary is just tomato juice but it's so much more than that and they went above and beyond to make it good."

Amor y Amargo

★★★★☆ 4.3 (525) • $$

"While wandering through the East Village, I happened to come across Amor y Amargo, and what a delightful surprise it was! This intimate bar specializes in bitters-forward cocktails, offering a menu that is both bold and innovative. Each drink is crafted with precision, pushing the boundaries of traditional flavors in the best way possible. From complex herbal notes to expertly balanced bittersweet combinations, every sip was a new experience. The bartenders were incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain the unique ingredients and techniques behind their creations. If you're someone who enjoys exploring new and exciting flavor profiles, this place is an absolute must-visit. I can't wait to return and try more of their expertly curated concoctions!"

The Tyger

★★★★☆ 4.2 (549) • $$$

"I came here for dinner on a Monday night. I arrived a bit late, but they seated my friend while she waited. We originally sat towards the back of the restaurant, facing the street. A couple of the street lamps were brightly shining directly into our eyes. They didn't have curtains so we asked to switch tables. I enjoyed their music playlist, which included afro beats. The music wasn't too loud so it was easy to hold a conversation. To drink, I had the West Wind. I was expecting it to be fruity and sweet. It initially had a fruit flavor, but the after taste was quite bitter and unpleasant. My friend got the Tyger Strype and enjoyed it. To start, we shared the crispy turmeric and coconut crepe. This was a unique dish. Spiraled carrots and mushrooms topped a crispy fried base. The dressing soaked into the dough, creating a rich, flavorful bite. There was about a 10-15 minute wait between serving my entree and my friend's. I waited for hers to arrive so my food was cold by the time we started eating. I had the spicy mi goreng noodles. These were sweet and savory and dripping with flavor. Not very spicy, but coated in a generous amount of sauce. I would've enjoyed a few more peanuts. The noodles were topped with a puffy, half cooked egg with crispy edges that provided delicious texture to the dish. Overall, I enjoyed the food, but service and ambiance left a bit to be desired."

Ladybird

★★★★☆ 4.3 (521) • $$

"SERVICE- located in a slightly quieter part of East Village- the door has no signs but is painted rainbow- quaint floral themed inside with seating for groups of 2-4- we came on a Monday night so it was not super crowded but I would still make a reservation to ensure you get a table- our server maya was amazing! She checked in on us right when we were finishing our plates and offered to make us custom drinks based on our preferences- food comes out as it is made with the appetizers being served before the entrees MENU- global inspired small bites and shareables with creative drinks menu- happy hour specials on drinks and buns from 4:00 - 6:30 daily - all vegan - slightly pricey ($25 per person) FOOD- kimchi arancini (8/10): four rice and cream cheese croquettes on a bed of spicy chili sauce topped with pickled daikon radish. This was such a unique take on a classic arancini. The crispy panko on the outside makes a satisfying first bite that opens up into a comforting creamy inside. The chili sauce is not too spicy but has a fermented flavor from the kimchi that offsets the richness of the filling. This dish is great to share between 2-4 people as a starter. - dumplings (9/10): five mushroom and cabbage filled dumplings on a coconut curry sauce with a drizzle of basil oil. As a curry lover I had to try this dish. The sauce was so rich and flavorful I would have been happy with a bowl of just that. I liked how the dumplings actually had a taste on their own as some veggie dumplings tend to be bland. This makes a great shareable or a portion for one. - tonkatsu eggplant sandwich (7/10): white bread filled with crispy eggplant cutlet, coleslaw, tonkatsu date sauce, and a pickle on the side. Out of the three dishes we ordered, this was my least favorite. I felt like the white bread was overpowering and plain. After tasting so many different flavors, I thought they could have done something to elevate it like add a sesame seed crust on the outside. The filling also did not have much flavor. It felt nostalgic and a more elevated version of a sandwich that I may have eaten as a child. - matcha tres leches (6/10): matcha sponge cake layered with coconut whipped cream and strawberries served in a wide wine glass. This was one of two dessert options on the menu. If it was marketed as a coconut or berry tres leches, I would be ranking it higher. The matcha flavor was too subtle for something that is labeled "matcha". I unfortunately was not wowed. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! Loved the food and ambiance and our super nice server."

Via Della Pace

★★★★☆ 3.9 (619) • $$

"DESTINATION NIRVANA ! On our first dinner visit here we were hoping to run into a few of the Italian tennis players after their matches at the US Tennis Open. OH WELL ! We didn't see any tennis stars but the food, drinks, service and ambience were beyond sensational. Before we finished our 2 week vacation in New York, NY we knew we had to return here. On Wed, Sept 11th we decided to turn up cold turkey at 5.pm....we couldn't get a reservation. YEAH BABY ! The kind host told us we had a table until 7pm. At this point we had the entire beautiful dining room to ourselves...but not for long. A fun server named Luca soon came by to help us. FIRST UP ! A really nice ice cold beer would be great...I chose the same one as on our first visit. In the meantime our good mate Flavio the colorful food runner brought us a glass carafe of water and 2 glasses. Luca returned with my ice cold Five Boroughs Tiny Juice IPA in a lovely tall glass...it tasted very refreshing. WHOO HOO ! And then Flavio brought us Complimentary Artisan Bread with dipping sauce....many restaurants do not hand out free bread anymore. OH YEAH ! To kick things off we ordered 1 x Suppli Cacio Pepe ( fried rice balls with cheese and black pepper ) Appetizer. We tried the fried rice balls on our first visit....totally delicious. Not to be confused with arancini which we also love. Our rustic Italian artisan bread tasted lovely. ENTREES ! My wife ordered Lasagna Alla Bolognese ( typical lasagna bolognese style ) while I had to have the Pinsa Fichi e Prosciutto ( Roman flat bread with fresh mozzarella, Parma prosciutto and figs ) on the SPECIALS. WHOO HOO ! Out came our Fried Rice Balls appetizer courtesy of Flavio the polite food runner. TOO DELICIOUS FOR WORDS ! In fact we ordered 3 more...one serve of each variety to take back to our apartment. Just after 6pm our entree meals hit the table. My wife loved her well made Lasagna Bolognese heaps but not quite as much as the unforgettable Baked Rigatoni on our first visit. THE BEST FLATBREAD EVER ! My Fig & Prosciutto Roman Flatbread totally nailed it....brown and a bit crispy underneath but delicately bready on top with the prosciutto, figs & fresh mozzarella. When our server Luca checked on us again I ordered another beer...this time a Montauk Easy Riser Belgian White. It came out pretty quick...ice cold in a lovely tall glass and tasted very good. By now the beautiful dining room was virtually packed out. THERE'S TIME ! At 6.25pm we ordered desserts...1 x Tortino al Cioccolato ( chocolate lava cake with vanilla gelato ) and 1 x Gelato ( pistachio-chocolate-vanilla ). I tried this Italian gelato trio on our first visit and it was as good as it gets. Our decadent looking desserts arrived promptly and disappeared almost as fast....Made in Heaven. We paid the bill by credit card and headed for the front door thanking Luca, Flavio and Gabriele along the way. The interesting looking dude behind the bar was Giovanni Bartocci ( the co-owner with his business partner Marco Ventura ). I told Giovanni we loved our 2 dinner visits to their fabulous restaurant. I HAD TO ASK ! Do you identify more with Roman or Italian....the instant reply was Roman with some Italian. Giovanni was born in Rome. HOW GOOD ? As good if not better than any Italian restaurant we have dined in world wide !CHECK OUT - my walk thru here at https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YTNUhqGPR2cNOTE - Of course with 20 million views of my Yelp reviews and pics world wide in 2023 I can tell you what is great !"

Saar Indian Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.4 (480) • $$

"Went there before a theatre show. They offered a 15% discount for pre-show guests. Just show your tickets. We ordered off the pre-theatre menu which offered an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. Staff was outstanding. Helpful in making selections and attentive.Food was outstanding. Fresh and authentic. Enjoyed the variety of appetizers and desserts. Good selection of cocktails, alcohol, and mock-tails.Prices were standard and even reasonable for New York.Seating was spacious enough to enjoy our meal. Clean, table linen tables. Would definitely go back! Worthy restaurant for a broadway type date-night."

HandCraft Kitchen & Cocktails

★★★★☆ 4.2 (521) • $$

"A friend of mine and I got together to get lunch. When I arrived I found parking not too far away. I walked in and was greeted. The place was cute, and they had hidden back area opening soon, which reminded me of a speakeasy! We were served by Emma, and she was awesome! We started with drinks of the espresso martini, ild fashioned and the Flor de Pina. For our meal, I got the truffle fried burrata and the mac and cheese! The mac and cheese was delicious and made with kale sauce! I then had the jerk chicken, which wasn't bad. My friend had the chicken sandwich, which she enjoyed! All in all I had a good experience!"