Best Cozy Restaurants in Governors Island

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1. Carroll Place

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 6 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. Little Owl

4.8

Exceptional(4344)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Village

Booked 64 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.

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5257)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 147 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.

4. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2835)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 48 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.***

5. Hawksmoor NYC

4.5

Awesome(2645)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 123 times today

Hawksmoor NYC is cozy due to its warm and inviting atmosphere. Reviewers describe it as having an 'old-school ambience', a 'beautiful calm' and a 'welcoming ambience in a truly extraordinary space'. The decor is rustic and gives a feel of the lobby in grand central station. It's a great place for a special occasion or even casual occasions.

6. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3362)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 36 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.

7. Olio e Più

4.8

Exceptional(4147)

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. Cafe Cluny

4.9

Exceptional(2196)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 77 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'.

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9. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(314)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 131 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

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10. Boucherie - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(3040)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 141 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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Teddy
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolute perfection. My fiancé and I went here after I proposed to her and it was perfect. They made it feel special, comped a champagne toast and dessert, congratulated us. Food was amazing, ambience is perfect, and the staff so friendly. Cannot recommend enough!
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PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.9
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RobertVIP
New York City •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great experience once again. Was seated right away though my guest was 5 min late. Thanks...it's important to me not to have to wait in the corridor for a "full party." Had the steak frites lunch which was excellent. We shared the lobster mac and cheese...delicious...cocktails were amazing as usual. Service was A+ Love that room! I will be back. I had a great time with my date. Thank you!!!!!
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Hawksmoor NYCPrice: Very Expensive• American• Gramercy Park
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4.5
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Mark
New York City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food, great service but super noisy. Can’t be helped in NYC. Prices were good too for the quality.
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Carroll PlacePrice: Moderate• Italian• Greenwich Village
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4.4
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PrakharVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Exceptional food and service! Easily the best Spanish restaurant in the city
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Casa MonoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Union Square
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4.7
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JohannaVIP
Alabama •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food at Little Owl remains exceptional in every way. Service is impeccable. I highly recommend all their fish dishes that are some of the best I have had anywhere in the world. The personalized service and setting lends itself to a cozy, charming and attentive feel. I can only recommend Little Owl for any occasion.
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Little OwlPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• West Village
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4.8

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487 restaurants available nearby

1. Carroll Place

2. Little Owl

3. Cecconi's Dumbo

4. Casa Mono

5. Hawksmoor NYC

6. Palma

7. Olio e Più

8. Cafe Cluny

9. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

10. Boucherie - West Village

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