Best Cool Restaurants In New York Near Me

Bob Arnold: I was worried that it seemed "too easy" to get a reservation and was worried something might be off. Couldn't have been more wrong, my wife and I had a wonderful experience. The food, drink and service were all outstanding. Very personalized touch having the chefs nearby to answer questions and provide details. Highly recommended

L H: One of the best restaurants in NYC! I recommend sitting at the bar counter so that you can observe and appreciate their expertise and talents. The dishes are so unique you'll want to try as many of them as you can, so arrive hungry. The staff is friendly and engaging, you'll have a great experience being treated so special. Momofuku Ko is a must stop each visit to NYC.

Oscar Liu: , so of course I have to try it. At that time, I was a bit conflicted, whether to eat ordinary old school Michelin French food, or some fusion would be more in line with the tastes of the elders. It turns out that the latter may resonate more with them.After thinking about it, I decided to try the most Asian Momofuku Ko, and the price of picking two stars is plus a tip. An average of 11,000 Taiwan dollars per person... But after the whole meal, my mother was very satisfied and was amazed by the dishes many times Presentation and flavor taste, I think this is the most worthwhile.Frankly speaking, although every dish will be introduced, I still can’t understand most of the English of the various ingredients, and I am too embarrassed to ask too many questions; the menu is given to the customer at the end, so I have to add and subtract to listen, add and subtract to eat, and add and subtract to guess. I can still understand the concept and flavor of each dish.No special introduction is needed, just remember that cold fried chicken with caviar is not too amazing. After looking at the bar menu, this one should cost NT$1200-1300, but it is really delicious. Even my mother was skeptical at first and wanted to say why she came here to eat fried chicken, and then praised again.The small tower of dessert is really delicious, foie gras, lychee with some nuts, the salty and sweet taste is just right. The crumbs on the top are ground into powder after the foie gras is quick-frozen; when you pick it up carefully with one hand, you can smell the strong aroma of oil, but it is completely another world after you eat it.The aroma and taste of foie gras overflowed in the mouth instantly, but the lychee jelly below immediately brought up the sweet and slightly sour flavor, which directly neutralized the possible greasy feeling of foie gras, but it did not take the lead, but stacked Layered, and then transformed into a salty-sweet flavor.That level is simply amazing, I can eat three more if I can, Brilliant!!Also because of my mother's positive comments

Ellen Rado: Food and service were great, but the cleanliness of their utensils and caps desired to be better. I got a canker sore on my upper lip after eating there , now it is swollen and very painful.

Andy Bath: . If the staff paid just a little bit more extra attention to each table it would be great. However, I will definitely be back, a lot.

Michelle Desa: Once I walked in, I thought the place looked so cute. I love the atmosphere!!!The service was amazing. Our server was super patient and answered all of our questions.As a table, we shared the Margherita Pizza and Little Gem Salad. So good and flavorful.I got the Cacio e Pepe. Loved it. Perfect amount of seasoning and appreciated the al dente cook.Beautiful and tasty desserts too!My whole table loved their food. We were all thoroughly impressed. Will definitely be back!!

Camille Guenard: Delicious burgers, pizza, and had a fantastic burrata and prosciutto appetizer.

I: .The amount would have been justified in any case if the drinks and food had been appropriately good. But the white wine

Danny Y: BEEF TARTARE! BEEF TARTARE! I SWEAR TO GOD BEEF TARTARE!

Rebeca Cayón: Very overrated food although the waitress was really nice.

Valentina Ramirez: Amazing service, amazing food. Worth every penny.

Daniela Mejia: One of my favorite restaurants in NYC!

Sofia von Hauske: Great food, great service. Amazing tartare, the darphin is 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻.

Adriano Molina: The service was ok but the food was not: ok salad, bad tartar, very bad eclair, and expensive

Sarah T: Unfortunately Olmsted's famous brunch menu is no longer. Only a fancy prix fixe.. Just wanted to advise other diners.

Paul Miard: The chef menu is incredible. Flavors, texture, presentation, everything was so great, including some original and delicious cocktails. Highly recommend, and can’t wait to go back myself!

April Lecato: Don't go for a special occasion - menu is overpriced and the service was so disappointing. Each course was brought to the table in a drive by and I only realized after we left that we weren't asked how anything was the entire meal. We opted for the premium wine pairing and really only enjoyed 3/5.. our server relayed the tasting notes in one breath before running off again. I have a heard time hearing in loud spaces and I asked her to repeat herself a couple of times and she seemed annoyed. She also told us twice that she had no idea what some of the tasting notes meant... all in all, decent food but really not worth it.

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Victoria Nguyen: I was able to snag a 5:30pm dinner reservation. Even as I write this review, I still think about just how great the food was.First off, they do emphasize a dress code. Jackets are not required; however, the don’t allow athletic wear or short sleeves. It was mentioned 3 times in my confirmation text haha.We chose the prix fixe course which came with 4 courses for $198 per person. It ended up being more than 4 courses, but I think the little amuse bouches and dessert things didn’t count.There’s a bread basket that circulates often. Very often. They asked us if we wanted bread throughout the entire meal which I really appreciated. They don’t skimp on this part haha. The focaccia was so delish!The first thing we were served was a 3 piece amuse bouche. I can’t remember exactly what all 3 were, but the last item that had the potato foam with crab and lobster, one of my favorite items of the night. It was SO FLAVORFUL. It was like an smooth airy mashed potatoes with lobster. I could eat an entire bowl of that.For my prix fixe, I ordered the Oysters, Lobster, Filet Mignon, and Carrot Cake. The oysters were great and fresh. It came with a delicious mignonette. The lobster. Oh wow the lobster. It came in a Thai Lemongrass Curry Bouillon. My favorite dish of the night. The bouillon was soooo flavorful. I loved it. The filet mignon was cooked so perfectly. It was so tender that I could cut it with my fork. It came with some sort of mushroom mixture wrapped in swiss chard. SOO GOOD!I was able to taste some other dishes that my brother and sister ordered off the prix fixe menu. We kind of swapped halfway thru just so we could taste it. I’m sure that wasn’t great etiquette in this type of restaurant, but oh well haha.After the dessert course came, there was one more dish which was a trio of tiny one bite desserts. I was sooo stuffed by then that I could barely finish it.I did add that we were celebrating a birthday on my reservation, so they were so kind enough to bring an additional dessert with a candle in it for my sister.All in all, Le Bernadin exceeded my expectations. The service was so friendly and did not make me feel like I was out of place. The food was just so very good. I would definitely come back and dine again.

Maria Roberts: I had an Incredibly special birthday lunch here and it was nothing short of spectacular. The service is of course as to be expected for 2 ⭐️ Michelin restaurant. The team was very attentive and help helpful with menu suggestions. We had the prix fixe lunch menu and enjoyed several different fish dishes between the two of us. Highly recommend for a special occasion.

B P (BDPine): This was end of birthday dining tour in March. Had just eaten at two Michelin one star restaurants each day prior. One in DC, one in NY. Each far superior, even if more casual. We were seated with very nice view of dining room, so we could easily see how we had been forgotten as others seated later progressed past us in long tasting menu. Some dishes were very good , some average, and some below.I initially posted more detail, but interestingly that post seems gone. Power has its privileges.Have had so many better meals since, hard to remember details. That's how much not worth $1,200 plus for dinner and wine for two this is.

Jason L. (WatchYourSix): We always wanted to eat at a Michelin starred restaurant. Go big or go home, so we went right for a 3-star. Ranked in the top 50 in the entire world. That’s pretty impressive.The menu is prix fixe and as we were there for lunch we ate off their lunch prix fixe menu. That included two dishes and a dessert, which was a little unclear on the website. The host or maitre d were pleasant enough. Our wait staff seemed a bit annoyed, which was disappointing. The winner was our sommelier. Their wine menu is VERY overwhelming, but beautifully constructed. He learned what wine we typically enjoy and based on our menu selection recommended a unique and interesting wine we could normally not get in our neck of the woods.Our first course, my wife had the sautéed shrimp and I had the shellfish medley. Both dishes were beautifully plated. My wife’s shrimp were the best prepared shrimp we’ve ever had. Unfortunately my shellfish medley was not that enjoyable. There were elements of it that were nice like the smoked pork dashi broth. However, there was a fishiness to it that prevented the dish from feeling completed.Our main course, my wife had the salmon in a gazpacho consommé. Boom!!! This dish was the winner of our meal. Light, fresh, summery dish that just came together with every bite. I am not a fan of salmon, but this was so meticulously done to perfection. Wow! I ordered the striped bass with stuffed zucchini flowers. I am a sucker for stuffed zucchini flowers and this dish did not disappoint. What looked liked the flower stems were a purée of some kind that really balanced the dish out nicely between the strong mushrooms and the mild fish.Dessert was a superb. My wife opted for the carrot cupcake and I ordered the honey dessert. Yozer wozer!! Beautiful on both counts, but even more impressively delicious.At the end it was a pleasure to meet chef Eric Ripert. He is truly a legend in the kitchen. His restaurant is nothing short of a gastronomical art gallery.

Yi Cao: Came here for our anniversary. Michelin star grade food and service, def deserving of its reputation. The maitre d was fastidious and attentive to our every move and expression. He had a stern face on the whole time which was a bit intimidating at first. I thought it was because I underdressed but I soon realized that he's probably just stressed from trying to uphold the restaurant's high standards. Our waiter was French and very attractive. He looked a bit like Armie Hammer but without the cannibalistic complexion. He made our meal more enjoyable.

Richard W: that’s downright charming. Personally, I’d come back here for education on the classic French dishes.P.S. The seaweed bread is one of the best breads I’ve had.

MARINA FRIDMAN- RYBNER (Your Real Estate Friend): Oh là là!Prepare to have your taste buds serenaded and your culinary senses transported to gastronomic heaven at Le Coucou. This French restaurant in the heart of NYC is nothing short of a culinary concerto, where every dish and every detail harmonize with precision and finesse.From the moment you step through the doors, you're greeted by a symphony of aromas that dance through the air, teasing your appetite. The service here is so seamless and attentive; hey glide through the dining room like ballerinas, always at the ready to fulfill your every culinary desire.Now, let's talk about the food. Oh. My.The dishes at Le Coucou are nothing short of a masterpiece. Each plate is meticulously crafted, as if it were a brushstroke on the canvas of your palate. The flavors are bold, delicate, and oh-so-satisfying. The tender beef tartar melts in your mouth like a well-rehearsed aria, and the sauces of the lobster dish are like symphonies of taste, perfectly conducted.The atmosphere is enchanting, transporting you to a chic Parisian experience without the need for a passport. Soft lighting casts a warm glow, and the ambiance feels lively yet intimate, as if you were attending a secret soirée.In the realm of desserts, prepare yourself for a grand finale that will make your taste buds do a standing ovation. The desserts at Le Coucou are pure poetry on a plate. Each bite is an explosion of flavors and textures, leaving you wishing for an encore.So, if you're looking to embark on a culinary journey like no other, make a reservation at Le Coucou. Be prepared to be enchanted, seduced, and treated to a symphony of flavors. Just remember to bring your appetite, a sense of adventure, and perhaps a beret to fully embrace the French spirit. Magnifique!Standing ovation-worthy,A Devoted Gourmand

Reggie Mateo: Le Coucou instantly came to mind when we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We visited this upscale and sophisticated restaurant on one scorching July day to mark the occasion with a delightful dinner.Upon arrival at our reserved time, we were promptly escorted to our table, which offered a captivating view of the open kitchen.For dinner, there were two options available: a la carte or a set menu curated by Chef Daniel Rose. Opting for the latter, we entrusted the chef to guide us on a gastronomic journey.To accompany our meal, we selected a nice bottle of French rosé. Shortly after, we were presented with four distinct amuse-bouche, accompanied by homemade bread and butter. It proved to be a lovely way to commence our dinner. This was followed by a series of appetizers, including four pieces of oysters, leeks with hazelnuts, and yellow tuna with Madeira vinaigrette.Moving on to the second course, we savored the veal sweetbread with cream, tarragon, and Maitake mushrooms. This was then succeeded by an array of rabbit dishes as main course.To bring our dining experience to a satisfying conclusion, we indulged in sherbet, which was followed by other delectable delicacies. From start to finish, we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner experience at Le Coucou. It was truly a worthwhile choice for celebrating such a significant occasion.

Craig Smith Insurance- Specializing in Medicare: on the top floor. The atmosphere and decor are very nice. The menu is not cheap but the food and service is worth it. We ordered the RH BURGER with sharp american, pickles, onion, dijonnaise, AVOCADO TOAST charred sourdough, della terra aged balsamic and SHAVED RIBEYE ON CHARRED GARLIC BREAD Emmentaler Swiss, Cherry Peppers, Au Jus. All were excellent. Don't forget the french fries with garlic aioli. When your done spend some time checking out the furniture in the store.

Eric San José: This is a great looking restaurant on top of the Gallery. Casual ambiance. Clean facilities. Nice staff, especially Jonathan our server. Simple menu which makes ordering easy. New York City prices so bring your Credit Cards. Food is really good. Pictures posted of our food. We will definitely be going back.Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian options.Kid-friendliness: Not really a child place.Parking: Parking on the street is available but it fills up quickly especially at night and on the weekends.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance and elevator Dietary restrictions: Several options for people with dietary restrictions.

Marsha: What a beautiful restaurant!Who would of thought a furniture store would create such an incredible dining experience? 10’s across the board. Loved my Salmon and broccolini. Lobster roll also got rave reviews from my dining partner. Would highly recommend this place and we definitely will return!

Rae C Wright: OH look at me! Complaining about a kitchen! I've got alot of nerve! I'm sorry. It was beyond expensive which I wouldn't mention except that the staff, hostess/host were not seemingly interested in seating us, or bothering to explain why they needed to natter with their peeps a loooong time before deigning to acknowledge us. It happened twice. Very strange. I know in some places there's a certain esthetic where its "cool" that the staff 'looks down on' the customers,

Eshrat Eva: I went here to celebrate my 21st birthday, as I had already made my reservations in a week advanced. When I got there, I was stunned by the decor and furniture this place has. However, if I can rate this place 0 stars, I would ! The lady mocked my name, “Eva”, and my family and I were estranged by that. I looked at the menu, before I went to eat, I wanted to take my pictures before I get bloated. I wasn’t allowed to take pictures, but there were many other people taking pictures. I even asked one or the employee if she can accompany in a way so that way I can still be be able to take my pictures. She said yes at first, and then ten minutes later, she rudely tells me she can’t do it today she has to look after the elevator. None of the employees were accommodating to me and my family like they were as to other customers. I do not recommend this place at all. I ended up not even dining here because I felt so uncomfortable the way I was treated ON MY BIRTHDAY.

kusa malle: Great place with very modern decor.Nice green areas and nice staff.Food was also very good and reasonably priced for New York.

Sean Roll: Margherita and Sesamo Bianco for our drinks. For dinner, we had the lasagna for two, and we had the featured pasta, which I believe had apricots and basil, and it was candy shaped two-toned pasta, full of cheese...

Better Food Better Mood: It’s truly a quality restaurant worthy of its Michelin star! Authentic Italian food, cozy atmosphere, and topnotch service.Both the Margarita and Grapefruit Mocktail were citrusy and divine to sip on a muggy day like yesterday.Spicy Cantaloupe & Coppa: The sweet cantaloupe and candied almonds coupled with the salty sheep’s cheese and coppa was a surprising combo that complemented well together. Each bite was light and ever so delightful.Lasagna for Two: The highlight of the meal. It’s their signature dish for a reason. A flavorful layered lasagna that simply slaps. It’s chewy, it’s cheesy, it’s scrumptious, and very filling! Lather it on top of the olive oil bread stick and there you have it, perfection.Black Cocoa Tiramisu: Dare I say they have the best tiramisu. The inside has a crunchy caramel texture with a chocolate cake at the bottom. It’s smooth and exquisite.Side of Sweet Potatoes: We had actually changed our mind about this since we felt like it would be too heavy, but a slight slip up occurred with the kitchen. They were very kind and ended up giving it to us anyway, no charge. It was actually amazingly good, crispy and addicting. Would absolutely order this next time.We came right as they opened up on Sunday so thankfully we didn’t have to wait long to get seated despite not having a reservation. A line had already started forming and soon enough the place was packed!Our waitress was super nice and friendly! And the guy at the entrance and the water refiller were so sweet too.Every single dish was spectacular and you can tell each one was created with much attention and care. We shall certainly be revisiting and bringing more friends next time as there were so many menu items we wanted to try yet couldn’t due to our full tummies 😵

Anzhela Savina: Very love food in this restaurant, maybe one of the top on my Italian places, but castomer service is awful, hostes always rude, and impossible to do reservation there.

Karaoke Superstar: Their cuisine is best described as Italian fusion with Asian influence, if you're looking for a traditional Italian cuisine, this restaurant is not it.Calamari dish is really blackened/Cajun fried rice with a few calamari pieces and thai basil leaves.Their veal dish was a thin piece of fried breaded meat, with prosciutto cuts and veggies on top. No sauce to balance the dryness.The lobster for 2 was good as was the pasta dish that came with it, however the salad did not have any dressing not even olive oil.The scallops dish was good, tasty and lemony as was the fish with clams dish.Some of their pasta dishes are heavy on the sauce but they don't provide any bread to scoop it up. When we ordered the flat garlic bread, it was really a large cracker with garlic paste. It was the first Italian restaurant that we've been to that they don't serve bread as part of the aperitivo.Their saving grace is their service, friendly staff in a clean restaurant.

Dylan Price: are both incredible as well if you get a chance to talk to them. Doesn’t get any better than this place.

Demi Hewitt: Don Angie's totally lives up to the hype! I had been waiting to try the lasagna, and it was definitely fantastic. Crispy on the edges, hearty from the sauce and cheese, and overall so satisfying! We had the chrysanthemum salad and sweet potatoes as well and both were also delicious. The tiramisu was unique and excellent as well!Don Angie's is a memorable meal! The interiors are clean and cozy and the service is personable, friendly, and attentive too.Would highly recommend! Don't wait - try getting a reservation now!

Eric Kobuchi: My favorite Italian resto in the city. Classic retro decor with table, booths or counter seating. Lights are dimmed but not too dark, chatter is lively but not deafening.Food is all-around innovative and amazing. The Chrysanthemum Salad is my all-time fave here. Don’t miss the lasagna as well!

Lawrence Biscontini: The Big 3s:Service: deft and attentiveFood: incredibly inventive and tastyAmbience: clean, modern, and starkHigh Points: the wine pairing tasting with the dinner, the mushrooms tasting like duck liver pate, the serviceLow Points: we left and went for Asian soupy noodles because we were hungry; the green bean ice cream was the sole dessert;restaurant resizes are hard to make and only AFTER making the resizes do the rules and stipulations come 24 hours prior both advising and enforcing strict policiesUnique Points: no tipping at all as restaurant policy; proud female chef profiles female driven wines and we loved that

J. Wood: Our first time eating here a few months back was so wonderful we had to come back to try the summer menu which sounded delicious. I still rave about the onion pizza we had last time - amazing!!! The new summer menu has some stars, but no course that will leave me thinking about it for months to come. My favorite courses were actually two surprise items not on the menu. The shaved pepper with some chilis and a delightfully light sauce was phenomenal, as was the fennel chopped cheese sandwich - so creative and fun! The tomato and zucchini dishes were enjoyable. The corn dish was just too big for what it was and really needed a pinch of salt, or some more spice, but it was good overall. The dessert was creative and enjoyable, but I was too full to finish it as the portion sizes of the other dishes were larger than what I would expect from a tasting menu. The eggplant was a disappointment. I expected more oomf from the harissa, but the spice was hard to find, the cheese fell a bit flat on flavor, and the pasta was gummy with no flavor/salt. The bites of eggplant I had were tasty, but eggplant was not the star of the dish by any means. It was actually hard to find amidst the pasta and cheese. Proportions of the ingredients for the eggplant dish just weren't right. I love that Dirt Candy is always creative, and their inventiveness is much appreciated, but this round some of the items just didn't quite come together. I do, however, look forward to trying the Fall menu as I still hold on to the memory of the perfect dishes from earlier in the year. I love trying all the new creations and being wowed by the creative and fun presentations!

Eric Finkelstein: . My least favorite item was the corn, though it was my fiancé's favorite, and visually it was my favorite too. They also accommodated her non-cheese preferences by serving her several dishes where they substituted out the cheese