Best Lunch Restaurants in Williamsburg

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1. The Butcher's Daughter - Williamsburg

4.3

Awesome(16)

Price: Moderate

• American • Williamsburg

Booked 3 times today

At The Butcher's Daughter Williamsburg, we believe vegetables are extraordinary—and they deserve the spotlight in your everyday lifestyle. Situated in the heart of Williamsburg, our location offers a unique blend of modern design and cozy charm, creating the perfect setting for a relaxed yet vibrant dining experience. Led by our Executive Chef Rae Kramer, we serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a rotating menu of nourishing dishes crafted from in-season ingredients, freshly baked breads and pastries, and organic cold-pressed juices. With many vegan and gluten-free options available, there’s something for everyone. Pair these with our locally roasted coffee, artisanal craft cocktails, and a curated selection of wine. As a proud multi-time winner of OpenTable’s Diner’s Choice award, we invite you to experience a celebration of flavor, wellness, and creativity at every meal, whether you dine with us or enjoy take-out and delivery.

2. Juliette

4.7

Exceptional(223)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Williamsburg

Booked 10 times today

Williamsburg's Juliette is a charming French-inspired neighborhood bistro with a fresh and modern spin. Juliette offers a full brunch menu along with seasonal specials every day. For Dinner, you will find bistro comfort classics along with seasonally inspired dishes or try one of the Chef's daily specials. Pair everything and anything with a well crafted seasonally inspired cocktail, local craft beer or choose from our rotating selection of wine. Juliette offers several dining options including a beautiful indoor garden, cozy wine room and lively bar area. For al fresco dining, enjoy some people watching on the sidewalk cafe or escape to the roof terrace away from the thrum of the city. We accept Dinner and Brunch reservations. We do reserve a large portion of our seating for walk in business. For reservations larger than 16 guests, Please call or email us directly. Events please contact juliette.events@gmail.com.

3. El Nico

4.1

Excellent(14)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Williamsburg

elNico is the new rooftop bar and restaurant at Penny Williamsburg, serving imaginative Mexican food and drinks with majestic views of the Brooklyn and Manhattan skylines. The menu is a reflection of Chef Fer Serrano’s Mexican roots and her family’s favorite recipes, with influences drawn from her experience working alongside some of the greatest chefs in the world. With an emphasis on agave-based spirits, the cocktail program under the direction of Leo Robitschek complements the food with fresh, seasonal flavors and locally sourced ingredients. elNico’s dining room and terrace are open for dinner and drinks every day and brunch on weekends.

4. Montesacro BK

4.9

Exceptional(217)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Williamsburg

Booked 9 times today

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Montesacro introduces Pinsa and pays homage to Roman culinary traditions.The enclosed garden with a retractable rooftop, perfect for every season, is the ideal spot for a romantic dinner, a casual get together with friends and private events.

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5. Papillon Bistro and Bar

3.9

Excellent(1048)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 16 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

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6. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Awesome(6935)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 96 times today

Meaning “greenhouse” in Italian, SERRA encompasses a lively and welcoming ambiance reminiscent of the lush Italian countryside, placing an emphasis on evergreen botanicals and pops of color throughout. Escape the busy city streets and celebrate the sunshine and warmer weather with innovative, authentic Italian food and beverage offerings in this 14th floor oasis that is sure to impress!PLEASE NOTE: Our service elevator between the 14th floor and our rooftop restaurant is currently out of order. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.

7. Bond 45

4.5

Awesome(9414)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 86 times today

Located in the heart of Times Square, Bond 45 invites you on a culinary journey of exquisite Italian cuisine. Nestled conveniently next to Sweeney Todd and across from Hamilton, we offer a perfect blend of delectable dishes and a prime location for theatergoers. Savor the flavors of Italy with our diverse menu featuring house-made pasta, succulent seafood, specialty veal chops, and artisan thin crust pizzas. Our culinary creations are sure to delight your taste buds. Book your table at Bond 45 today and indulge in the perfect fusion of authentic Italian cuisine and the excitement of Broadway. Whether you're a theater enthusiast or a food lover, our restaurant promises an unforgettable experience!

8. Lafayette

4.6

Exceptional(3123)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 9 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

9. Petite Boucherie

4.7

Exceptional(1328)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 17 times today

Located at the historic intersection of Christopher and Gay Streets, PETITE BOUCHERIE brings a touch of France to the cultured and eclectic neighborhood of West Village. An intimate window-laden, corner restaurant serves French classics pared with curated wine offerings, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Petite Boucherie is inspired by the elegance of Parisian Belle Époque, and with a hand-crafted menu of timeless dishes, the intimate bistro serves as a community hub for engaging conversation.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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10. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

4.6

Exceptional(8118)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Midtown East

Booked 9 times today

Our Fifth Avenue location on 52nd Street near Cartier's Mansion comprises two open floors. Downstairs, the bar invites you to escape with one of our signature cocktails and a trio of crostini. Upstairs, our beautiful dining rooms provide the perfect setting for an elegant dinner or business lunch. Close enough to make your curtain, but far enough away from the bustle of Times Square to make your pre-theatre dinner a relaxing start to an evening in the city.

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Ticole
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Ambiance is amazing. Food was fine. But service was terrible.
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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3.9
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Elizabeth
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Sweet place with a great atmosphere. Staff was friendly and attentive. Endive salad was superb. Octopus fresh and well presented. ONLY criticism- leave the croutons out of the squash soup- no need.
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JuliettePrice: Expensive• French American• Williamsburg
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4.7
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Rebeca
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Amazing food and atmosphere, will go back.
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Montesacro BKPrice: Expensive• Italian• Williamsburg
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4.9
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Francesco
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
Jordan, the server, was excellent. A few food options weren’t available but she made sure to offer perfection combinations and other suggestions that worked just as well or better!
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The Butcher's Daughter - WilliamsburgPrice: Moderate• American• Williamsburg
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4.3
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Dylan
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 17, 2024
The restaurant, the food, the scenery, the music, the lighting was all 10/10 but the server pulled a move I do not respect to manipulate a tip.
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El NicoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Williamsburg
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4.1

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501 restaurants available nearby

1. The Butcher's Daughter - Williamsburg

2. Juliette

3. El Nico

4. Montesacro BK

5. Papillon Bistro and Bar

6. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

7. Bond 45

8. Lafayette

9. Petite Boucherie

10. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

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