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A photo of Hudson Garden Grill at the New York Botanical Garden restaurant
1. Hudson Garden Grill at the New York Botanical Garden
4.7
Exceptional(3900)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Bronx Park
Booked 37 times today
Set among the towering pines of The New York Botanical Garden's Ross Conifer Arboretum, Hudson Garden Grill serves as a spectacular backdrop for modern farm-to-table cuisine. Featuring the bounty of New York's Hudson Valley and the surrounding hills and waters, the menu embodies the restaurants dedication to partnering with family farmers for ingredients grown, raised, and foraged locally-- with exquisite results!For inquiries, please email us at: nybg.hgg@constellationculinary.com
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2. Estiatorio Milos – Midtown New York
4.8
Exceptional(9197)
$$$$
• Seafood • Midtown West
Booked 154 times today
With a commitment to the freshest, most flavorful fish, flown in daily from the Greek islands and featured in its open fish market, Milos offers a dining experience based on the simplicity and sincerity of the Mediterranean diet. The restaurant's airy, elegant setting is reminiscent of the Greek islands. Founder and chef Costas Spiliadis continues the standard of excellence and hospitality he began in Montreal, where he opened the original Milos. *Please note that our Brunch, Pre-Theatre & Post-Theatre menus will not be available on Mother's Day 05/11/25. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon!
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3. Cafe Fiorello
4.7
Exceptional(11014)
$$$$
• Italian • Lincoln Square
Booked 133 times today
Our outdoor cafe is first come, first served. We do not take reservations for our outdoor cafe.----------------------------------A forum for Lincoln Center’s performing arts culture for nearly 30 years, Café Fiorello features a sprawling bar filled with more than 50 kinds of antipasti. Finished in warm wood, brass and mirrors, the main dining room suggests a timeless charm. In addition to the hot and cold antipasto specialties of vegetables and seafood, the menu features updated Italian classics and specialty dishes, as well as a selection of seafood, steak, veal & pasta.
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4. Westville - UWS
4.5
Awesome(203)
$$$$
• American • Upper West Side
Booked 22 times today
Westville is a restaurant group founded in New York City in 2003, serving fresh, market-driven American food with an emphasis on seasonal vegetables. The menu centers on the signature Market Plate, featuring more than 24 vegetable sides prepared daily, alongside hearty favorites like burgers, salads, steak, salmon, chicken, plant-based dishes, and classic comfort sides. Known for generous portions, rotating seasonal specials, craft cocktails, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere, Westville has become a go-to staple for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The restaurants accommodate all dietary lifestyles with extensive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering.
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5. Roberto's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1325)
$$$$
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 8 times today
Roberto Paciullo opened his namesake restaurant almost twenty years ago. Since then it has become a neighborhood favorite and a destination for those visiting Arthur Avenue. He prepares the cuisine of his beloved hometown Salerno, Italy. The specials change weekly and reflect Roberto's creative use of the local ingredients from pasta in cartoccio to the perennial favorite veal osso buco.Now closed Mondays for the time being.
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6. Bustan
4.8
Exceptional(1745)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Upper West Side
Booked 28 times today
NEW: CALL US FOR PRIVATE DINING.Located in New York City's Upper West Side, Bustan serves Mediterranean cuisine in a modern, colorful atmosphere. The restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine from Southern Europe to North Africa. Bustan also caters offsite events and offers takeout for its customers' convenience.Start out your meal at Bustan with one of the restaurant's appetizers such as the hummus or the falafel with our homemade Taboon bread. Choose from dinner options like the Kebab Halabi or Chicken "Musakhan". Top off your experience with a dessert like the Chocolate Flourless Cake & Silan
A photo of Çka Ka Qëllu restaurant
7. Çka Ka Qëllu
4.8
Exceptional(62)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Belmont
Booked 7 times today
Located in the Bronx’s Little Italy district, Çka Ka Qëllu's flagship location celebrates the warmth of Albanian hospitality and the bold, rustic flavors of Mediterranean cooking. Guests enjoy generous portions, grilled specialties, and traditional sweets served in a lively, family-friendly setting. Walking distance from Fordham University and surrounded by landmarks like the Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden, it's a go-to destination for both locals and visitors looking for authentic, soulful food and a welcoming neighborhood vibe.
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8. Carnegie Diner & Café – 205 W 57th St, New York, NY
4.6
Exceptional(2407)
$$$$
• American • Midtown West
Booked 46 times today
Enjoy New York City Landmark Diner !Carnegie Diner & Cafe is now accepting online reservations.You have to try our Organic Eggs, Organic Burgers & Organic Chicken.We look forward to seeing you soon!
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9. Vinateria
4.7
Exceptional(363)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Harlem
Booked 8 times today
At this beloved Harlem neighborhood restaurant from proprietor and lifelong uptowner Yvette Leeper-Bueno, vibrant, market-driven dishes celebrate the rich culinary traditions of Italy and Spain. Cult favorites and house-made pastas attract a loyal clientele of Harlem locals and visitors alike, with dishes from Spicy Veal Meatballs with Creamy Parmigiano Polenta; to house-made pastas like Fresh Rosemary Pappardelle with Lamb Ragu and the perennial favorite Black Spaghetti with Octopus, Mussels & Spicy Breadcrumbs. The acclaimed wine list is chosen from small producers across the Mediterranean, and is full of surprising yet accessible finds, while the artisan cocktail program uses house-made tinctures, seasonal produce, and fresh-grown herbs. Vinateria offers indoor & outdoor dining in a chic, warm space on the idyllic corner of 119th Street & Frederick Douglass Boulevard.
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10. Sala Thai
4.7
Exceptional(537)
$$$$
• Thai • Upper West Side
Booked 66 times today
Enjoy your Sala Thai dining experience! Sala Thai is inspired by the name of the highest ranking government house in Siam, the original name of Thailand. We provide a "Phraya" experience which means it's fit for a king! The isosceles triangles in our restaurant's design represent Siam royalty and the " Sum Rub" cuisine introduces you to traditional, unusual, and beautifully prepared Thai specialties. Our dishes are rare and hard to find nowadays. For an unexpected and flavourful adventure, sample our " Kang Kao Peuak" ( Taro Samosa), Pad Thai Bolan ( Old styled recipe) and Short Rib Panang. Our master chef has spent more than a year researching and testing his recipes for you. Let him know what you think!

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  • Laurie
    New York City •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Fiorello is always good but they were really on it last night even though it was Mother's Day. Service and food were excellent. Thank you
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    Cafe Fiorello$$$$• Italian• Lincoln Square
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    4.7
  • Deirdre
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Incredible food and service. The caccio y Pepe melts in your mouth. Cannoli is heavenly.
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    Roberto's Restaurant$$$$• Italian• Belmont
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    4.8
  • EdwardGold
    New York City •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We love this place! It’s by far the best neighborhood restaurant around. The service is superior, friendly, fun, and efficient, and the food is always excellent. We’ve never had a bad meal. They also have incredible wine offers, food specials, and more. It’s our go-to local Friday date night spot, perfect for meeting up with friends or any occasion. Simply the best!
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    Vinateria$$$$• Mediterranean• Harlem
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    4.7
  • Barbara
    New York City •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This restaurant is the epitome of a garden restaurant. The setting is so bright with natural light and natural decor. The food choices are simple salads and simple entrees, but are bright and fresh and handsomely served. It was surprisingly superb eating experience.
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    Hudson Garden Grill at the New York Botanical Garden$$$$• Contemporary American• Bronx Park
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    4.7
  • AnnetteGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 4, 2026
    What a gem this place is! Enjoy authentic Albanian food in an atmospheric room for an extremely reasonable price. We eat here every time we visit our daughter at Fordham. It’s on the New York Times’ 100 Best Restaurants of NYC list (and rightly so).
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    Çka Ka Qëllu$$$$• Mediterranean• Belmont
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    4.8

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