Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Clinton Hill

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1. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 3 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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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(30219)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 435 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

3. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3230)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 124 times today

BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.

4. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9231)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 44 times today

The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

5. Hawksmoor NYC

4.5

Awesome(2786)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 138 times today

Hawksmoor NYC is a buzzing bar scene that's got customers raving about its fantastic cocktails. One reviewer noted it's 'a great spot - food is always excellent, beautiful location and great bar. Wine service another bright spot.' Another one mentioned it has 'excellent service and really delicious food, cocktails, and wine.' The restaurant's own description also highlights its award-winning cocktails, which customers seem to love. The vibe is described as 'great' and 'awesome,' suggesting a lively bar scene.

6. The Crosby Bar

4.6

Exceptional(948)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • SoHo

Booked 46 times today

The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.

7. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3410)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 44 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.

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8. Legasea Bar & Grill

4.3

Awesome(1813)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 78 times today

Legasea Bar & Grill is a lively spot with a vibrant bar scene, as per reviews. It's described as a place to 'meet and talk', with a 'vibe' that many enjoy. The bar area is right next to the dining area, creating a fun, bustling atmosphere. The menu offers specialty cocktails and a wide selection of beers, contributing to its vibrant bar scene.

9. Barbounia

4.6

Exceptional(4027)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Gramercy Park

Booked 56 times today

Located in the heart of Gramercy in New York City at 20th Street and Park Avenue South, Barbounia's atmosphere and design, which complement and attract a fashion, music and entertainment clientele, takes you off the busy streets of Manhattan and transcends you to the middle of the Mediterranean. With a spectacular open kitchen, tall arched ceilings divided by Moorish columns, large wooden communal tables, and pillowed banquettes; you feel the magnificent energy emanating from the kitchen, staff and patrons.

10. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2875)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 50 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.***

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Los Angeles •21 reviews
5.0
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DanielVIP
New York City •18 reviews
5.0
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My wife and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary at Hawksmoor last night. The ambience, service and the food were exceptional. For appetizers we had the scallops ( best dish of the night ) and the potted beef. For our main we went with the porterhouse for two and the beef fat fries. Steak was cooked perfectly and the fries were amazing. For dessert we had the pavlova and a anniversary surprise.
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4.5
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Danielle
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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4.7
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Anselmo
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible staff the manager Mr HUMMUS was amazing
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The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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4.6
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Peter
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food is amazing, the view spectacular and the service attentive a courteous. Bob the Sommelier was extremley knowledgeable and considerate of our requirements. Alex, our host, was courteous with the right touch of humour. All of the staff professional and hosted us exceptionally well. An expensive but a priceless experience.
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9

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