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1. Beauty & Essex- New York
4.6
Exceptional(9906)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Lower East Side
Booked 78 times today
Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boom­box, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.
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2. Bar Contra
4.5
Awesome(258)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lower East Side
Booked 24 times today
A New York cocktail bar founded by Dave Arnold, Fabian von Hauske & Jeremiah Stone. We specialize in delicious drinks and tasty food. Your reservation will grant you 90 minutes in one of our tables.
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3. Wildair
4.7
Exceptional(176)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Lower East Side
Booked 26 times today
Wildair is a New York Restaurant founded by Chef Jeremiah Stone and Fabian von Hauske. Our style of dining is fun, loud and really energetic. Our tables are high tops and all our food is meant to be shared with everyone. Expect interesting takes on dishes like our potato cake topped with sea urchin and pickled jalapeños, or our pissaladieclaire. We have an amazing dessert program and on Saturdays we have donuts at 12:00 that change every week. We also have one of the most unique and amazing natural wine lists in the city.
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4. Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya
4.7
Exceptional(1036)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Lower East Side
Booked 38 times today
Vast Japanese menu of sushi & small plates plus sake & cocktails in the trendy Sixty LES Hotel. Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya is a Japanese-style tavern, a traditional Sushi Bar and a fine dining experience, all about melding a fun drinking environment with delicious food offerings. The menu provides something for everyone - vegetarians, sushi lovers and meat lovers alike. We serve everything from small plate items like yakitori by the piece, to family-style platters like filet mignon with lobster platter. Expert Sushi Chefs behind the Sushi Bar create made-to-order fresh sashimi, sushi and signature rolls. All this to accompany hand crafted Japanese beers, sochu style cocktails and an extensive sake and wine list.
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5. SET L.E.S.
4.6
Exceptional(97)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Lower East Side
Booked 7 times today
At SET L.E.S. we bring "hip" and "flavor" together in our energetic restaurant/bar located in the heart of Lower East Side, New York City. Nearing almost a decade, the restaurant has grown into a neighborhood gem, most known for, the Asian-inspired menu and palatable crafted cocktails. While the restaurant is popular for it's lunch and dinner, weekend brunch has become the most quintessential experience. With customer-favorite's like the "Chicken and buttermilk waffles" and the "Steak and eggs skillet" cooked to perfection. The ambiance also makes for a great place to celebrate your birthday, with a special complimentary item with parties over 6.
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6. Trapizzino
4.1
Excellent(19)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lower East Side
Booked 19 times today
In Italy, street food is centered around the lifestyle of the piazza caffès and side alley wine bars, best discovered with friends and family. Here, on the Lower East Side, Trapizzino moves with the rhythms of the day - an espresso alongside warm bomboloni, a midday trapizzini enjoyed al fresco, refreshing spritz with shared vegetable small plates, or a larger feast with friends. The New York outpost of Stefano Callegari's Roman-rooted, internationally-acclaimed restaurant, Trapizzino brings a taste of the Eternal City to the corner of Orchard and Rivington Streets.
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7. Essex
4.6
Exceptional(3191)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Lower East Side
Booked 18 times today
Lower East Side pioneer famous for award winning contemporary cuisine, oyster happy hours and NYC's original brunch party. A vibrant multi-level space in the historic Shapiro's Winery, Essex offers intimate seating as well as group dining and event spaces. Enjoy outdoor dining rain or shine on our covered decks.Essex Restaurant's New American Dinner Menu, guided by Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York's top Michelin-Starred restaurants, showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as burgers & classic steakhouse fare. Our Prime Cuts Menu features shareable Dry Aged and Prime Angus Steaks. Our 15th Annual Thanksgiving Feast includes a three-course menu with both traditional and New American Thanksgiving cuisine. Join us the day after Thanksgiving for Black Friday Brunch.
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8. La Caverna
4.5
Awesome(102)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lower East Side
Booked 10 times today
Nothing else in New York quite matches the atmosphere of La Caverna. Cavern isn’t just part of the name – it is the décor as well! You’ll get the instant impression that you are deep in a cave far below the earth’s crust, but with none of the dankness you might find in a real cave. The menu is relatively short but sufficient for a bar atmosphere. If you’re putting together a party and looking for somewhere unique, La Caverna should be at the top of your list. With wings, croquettes, salads, lamb sliders, calamari, mac n’ cheese, grilled chicken, grilled cheese and a burger, there are plenty of munchie items to keep the party going. The cocktail list has something for everyone to make the night fun at La Caverna.
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9. Jadis
4.7
Exceptional(172)
Price: Moderate
• French • Lower East Side
Booked 17 times today
Jadis is a cozy wine bar offering Euro- centric organic wines, small plates like escargot, mushroom risotto puff, decadent cheese and charcuterie platters, French classics like Cassoulet and Beef Bourguignon. Jadis is perfect for a date night and get together with friends.Jadis is located in the heart of Lower East Side since 2006. Nearest train is F at 2nd Avenue.Visit out website for up to date menus!www.jadisnyc.com
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10. Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar
4.4
Awesome(67)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Lower East Side
Booked 18 times today
A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese CuisineA distinctive, well-preserved and comfortable space, high-quality products, authentic cuisine, food and drinks are done flawlessly.We continue to be one of the top Japanese restaurants in America, attracting countless food lovers from all over the world. Our one-of-a-kind menu includes authentic tapas-style Japanese dishes and homemade desserts.

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  • Charlesvip
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Been here a handful times before and have always had an amazing experience. However, this time, I was made to wait 30 minutes for an already later 915pm reservation, and was offered to “grab a drink at the bar” that was overly packed with absolutely 0 room to stand and would’ve taken another 20+ mins for me to get my drink. why the hell would I spend more money when you can’t properly manage your tables? That said, I’ll be back again lmao. Just do better.
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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    4.8
  • Glenn
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My 3rd time here and it never disappoints. The atmosphere is outstanding, the food amazing and the service is exceptional. Whether on a date, with friends, or for a work meeting, you can’t go wrong.
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    Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Lower East Side
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    4.6
  • Lawrence
    New York City •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent Japanese food - primarily sushi & sashimi, which was very fresh & tasty. Good service - friendly and efficient. We will go back!
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    Blue Ribbon Sushi IzakayaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Lower East Side
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    4.7
  • H Jamesvip
    New York City •52 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 29, 2024
    This is the best cocktail program in Manhattan, full stop. The food is also excellent, but it’s hard not to wish there was at least one genuinely filling option. A focaccia pizza or a bowl of gnocchi would be very welcome.
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    Bar ContraPrice: Moderate• American• Lower East Side
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    4.5
  • Amelia
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 26, 2024
    Delicious food, kind professional service, lovely ambiance.
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    WildairPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Lower East Side
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    4.7

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