Best Cozy Restaurants in Governors Island

482 restaurants available nearby

1. Carroll Place

4.6

Exceptional(1172)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 47 times today

Carroll Place is an Italian American Winebar and Gastropub in Greenwich Village, NY. Our venue offers a lively atmosphere for brunch, intimate setting for dinner with multiple levels of dining and entertainment. Our menus feature house made pastas, fresh seafood, free range meat and seasonal vegetables as well as a hand selected wine list rotating craft beers from local and international brewers and seasonally inspired cocktails.

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.5

Awesome(5195)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 212 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

3. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2801)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 46 times today

Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***

4. Little Owl

4.7

Exceptional(4302)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Village

Booked 100 times today

Little Owl offers bold-flavored Seasonal Mediterranean cuisine with friendly and professional service. Currently, we offer reservations for parties of up to 6 guests, against the backdrop of our treasured and storied West Village. We're a corner gem with a big pork chop and an even bigger heart—your home away from home since 2006.Thank you for being a part of our Little Owl Family.

5. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3332)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 54 times today

Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.

6. Cafe Cluny

4.9

Exceptional(2185)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 75 times today

Cafe Cluny is frequently praised for its warm and cozy atmosphere. Reviewers often mention the 'charming' and 'quaint' decor, and feel 'warm and cozy' on chilly evenings. It's described as a 'sweet little gem of a place' and 'such a delight' with 'so much charm'. The ambience is also noted as 'perfect' for a 'girl's night out' or a 'date night'.

7. Olio e Più

4.7

Exceptional(4089)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Village

Booked 190 times today

Inspired by the warmth and comfort of the Italian countryside, Olio e Più and Chef Danilo Galati bring tradition and authentic Italian cuisine to the West Village. Enjoy fresh, house-made pastas dressed with the highest quality ingredients and a hand-selected collection of excellent wines and cocktails to pair with your dish. An expertly crafted wood-fire oven crackles and glows, cooking house-made dough into perfect, crisp pizza while creating an inviting atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

8. Fraunces Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2980)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Financial District

Booked 112 times today

Fraunces Tavern Restaurant, est. 1762, is a historic landmark in FiDi. Offering small batch craft & specialty beers, handcrafted cocktails, & 1000+ spirits, experience the delectable flavors of thoughtfully prepared American cuisine, featuring our farm-to-table ingredients. The establishment boasts 7 distinct spaces, each providing exceptional options for both public & private experiences alike. Invite friends to sit around the warm fire in the Dingle Whiskey Bar or gather & mingle in The Wine Room. Host a formal event under the crystal chandeliers in the Washington Room for a private dining experience. Whether you prefer the Independence or Hideout Bar, both offer a fun and informal atmosphere to enjoy happy hour with friends. Experience the secluded charm of The Piano Bar Upstairs, to enjoy exquisite food, drinks, and live music in a relaxed atmosphere. If you're a history buff, visit the Bissell room to view the beautiful mural painting depicting downtown NYC in the 1700s.

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9. Blue Ribbon Sushi - Sullivan St

4.9

Exceptional(619)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • SoHo

Booked 51 times today

A cozy, cedar clad Sushi Bar with an award-winning sake list and an extensive selection of fresh fish flown in daily from the Sea of Japan as well as both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Open late. Whether you sit at the walnut Sushi Bar or at one of the cozy tables in the back room, Blue Ribbon Sushi will transport you to the other side of the world.

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10. Boucherie - West Village

4.6

Exceptional(2992)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 147 times today

BOUCHERIE is a traditional French brasserie and steakhouse, celebrating Joie de Vivre in the heart of West Village. The restaurant prepares a menu of French classics and timeless bistro favorites, in addition to the dry-aged steaks. An absinthe-inspired bar offers classic drinks, signature cocktails and craft beers. Located in the building that used to house the prominent Circle Repertory Theater, the 320-seat restaurant provides a diverse array of dining options from the spacious dining room, a seat at the butcher counter, the intimate second-floor gallery with private dining and outdoor cafe. Boucherie has adapted to the current environment to make the dining experience safe for guests and staff. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We've been coming here for years. The food is consistently delicious. Even when they change up the menu. I love the small space. Feels like you're dining in your grandmas dining room. So cozy. The staff is attentive and goes above and beyond.
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Little OwlPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• West Village
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4.7
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Cassondravip
New York City •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very fresh, delicious food. Recommend the scallops appetizer, set on a bed of mashed potatoes - melts in your mouth. Meatballs, any appetizer with eggplant. pear, radicchio and walnut salad makes you forget it's winter. The lamb chops are extraordinary and of a quality only a restaurant can get. Black cod Livorno - luscious!! Palma's pastry chef is exceptional - you can taste the actual ingredients without being overwhelmed by the sugar. Attentive, but not intrusive, staff. Charming, romantic setting, with fresh flowers everywhere!!
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PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.9
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Paulvip
New York City •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and service. This is a great neighborhood spot. Thank you!
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Cafe ClunyPrice: Expensive• French• West Village
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4.9
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Sandrine
Mexico City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great experience Excelent food Excelent service Recommended highly the place
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Casa MonoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Union Square
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4.7
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Charles
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Tried CP’s $32 brunch, well worth it. Sat outdoors, service was quick & polite. I did the Eggs Benedict & unlimited sangria - two pitchers and the staff refilled immediately. Nice sitting outdoors on Bleecker St just before winter ends that joy again! Recommended.
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Carroll PlacePrice: Moderate• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.6

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482 restaurants available nearby

1. Carroll Place

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

3. Casa Mono

4. Little Owl

5. Palma

6. Cafe Cluny

7. Olio e Più

8. Fraunces Tavern

9. Blue Ribbon Sushi - Sullivan St

10. Boucherie - West Village

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