Northern Italian restaurant offers an elegant, cozy atmosphere with live music and a well-crafted cocktail menu. Space feels intimate yet lively, with beautiful decor blending old European charm and modern style. Guests enjoy excellent pasta and standout desserts alongside attentive service.
"The food is amazing and the place feels cozy."
"I highly recommend this place to everyone."
"I can't wait to come back again soon."
Good to know
Live jazz happens every Sunday evening.
Reservations are recommended for New Year's dinner.
Expect a 20% automatic service charge on all bills.
Small space with fewer than 25 seats creates an intimate atmosphere where the chef's passion is visible. Jazz music sets a lively, soulful vibe that complements the home-cooked meal feel. The crowd enjoys a fun, communal energy in a cozy, hole-in-the-wall setting.
"The food blends Korean and Cajun flavors amazingly well."
"The chef's tasting menu was delicious and fun."
"I highly recommend the chef's tasting menu for food lovers."
Good to know
Making a reservation is recommended because the restaurant is often fully booked.
The lunch special is time-sensitive and can be missed if not planned properly.
KJUN is BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle), so bring your favorite drink.
Small sushi restaurant seats about a dozen people around an L-shaped bar with intimate setting and tasteful decor. Atmosphere feels romantic and cozy, with soft lighting and a relaxed vibe that contrasts city bustle outside. Complimentary sake and optional pairings enhance the affordable omakase experience.
"The omakase dishes were fresh and truly delicious."
"I can't wait to come back again soon."
"I highly recommend this spot for sushi lovers."
Good to know
Reservations are needed for a visit, preferably made via Resy.
The omakase offers 14 courses for just $90 before tax and tip.
The restaurant is BYOB, so bring your favorite sake or wine.
Small, intimate space with 5,000 wine bottles offers a warm Italian vibe and dim lighting for cozy elegance. Truffle dishes bring earthy robustness to pasta, while the seven-course chef's tasting impresses with amazing progression and unique design.
"The food was amazing and the whole vibe felt special."
"The truffle dishes are rich and full of flavor."
"The truffle pasta left me wanting more every time."
Good to know
The restaurant offers a 'no menu' tasting menu that is the chef's choice.
The tasting menu includes wine pairings selected by the server Eliot.
The nine course meal is estimated to be a 3 to 3.5 hour experience.
Small sushi bar seats only 3 to 6 people inside a bustling food court with noisy background and rickety shared tables. Atmosphere feels intimate yet casual, blending minimal modern design with the chef's own artwork on the walls. BYOB policy adds a relaxed touch to the focused, skillful omakase experience.
"The omakase serves fresh sushi with creative flavors."
"I can't recommend the omakase enough."
"The matcha panna cotta dessert steals the show."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended at Domo Sushi due to the limited seating.
They host seatings at 6pm and 8pm.
The Omakase menu lasts half an hour.
Oceans
Grand dining room combines majestic scale with an intimate feel through roomy wood booths and white tablecloth elegance. Atmosphere balances elevated style with occasional loudness, creating a lively yet refined energy. Cocktails and wine selections stand out for their quality and uniqueness.
"The food and drinks here taste amazing and fresh."
"I can't wait to come back and try more."
"The food was tasty and nicely presented."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended, especially for special events like the Japanese Hokkaido Scallop Festival.
Expect high prices, with over $250 per person for special menus on holidays.
Many guests reported food safety issues, including food poisoning.
DDOBAR by Joomak NYC
Open kitchen with bar seating around chefs creates an intimate, casual vibe despite being inside a food hall. Atmosphere feels modern and stylish but somewhat noisy and unorthodox due to the setting. Guests experience personalized, artistic Korean omakase with thoughtful, unique dishes and carefully paired drinks.
Good to know
Reservations are required to dine at DDOBAR.
The tasting menu ranges from $75 to $135, with additional extras available.
The restaurant is located inside Olly Olly Market at the back.
Upscale seafood restaurant with an open kitchen and spacious, elegantly decorated interior featuring comfortable booth seating and a semi-private table with sliding doors. Atmosphere is warm and cozy but often very loud, making conversation difficult. Busy bar area attracts after-work crowds, and guests typically dress in business casual or fancier attire.
"The food was great but felt overpriced."
"I highly recommend this place to others."
"The crab cakes were the best I've had."
Good to know
Reservations are required, especially on weekends.
The kitchen closes at 9:45 PM, so plan your visit accordingly.
Oceana offers a special 4-course menu on Valentine's Day.
Modern design and live DJ music create a lively, chic atmosphere with upbeat energy. The space balances a steakhouse vibe with nightclub elements, attracting a crowd looking for both dining and entertainment. Seating varies from spacious, quieter tables to booths with distinctive decor like blossom trees.
"I loved the lively vibe and tasty food."
"I love the truffle fries and rich sides here."
"The truffle butter add-on costs a lot but tastes okay."
Good to know
Happy hour includes half off appetizers and is highly recommended.
Avoid 6pm bookings during the week due to happy hour lasting until 6:30pm.
STK has a deal for $69 per person for two, including wine and appetizers.
Dining space overlooks MoMA sculpture garden with a sleek, contemporary design that feels both stylish and comfortable. Atmosphere ranges from businesslike indoors to elegant and inviting on the outdoor terrace. Unique touches include Polaroid keepsakes, kitchen tours, and occasional live DJ sets.
"The food was delicious and looked like art."
"The desserts were creative and really tasty."
"The truffle pasta was mostly delicious and full of flavor."
Good to know
Reservations are needed to avoid being seated at the bar.
The restaurant offers a three-course menu during restaurant week in the bar area.
For a truly special experience, book the chef's table inside.