Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Gowanus

175 restaurants available nearby

1. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3211)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 173 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.

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2. STK - NYC - Meatpacking

4.2

Awesome(4025)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Meatpacking District

Booked 60 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

3. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2868)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 44 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. The Odeon

4.8

Exceptional(3685)

Price: Expensive

• French • TriBeCa

Booked 165 times today

The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.

5. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5303)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 120 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.

6. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9227)

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.

7. Frankies Spuntino

4.8

Exceptional(48)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carroll Gardens

Booked 45 times today

Indulge in delicious Italian fare at Frankies Sputino. Owned by chefs Frank Castronovo and Frank Falcinelli, this restaurant specializes in Tuscan-inspired cuisine, served in comfortable settings. Stop by during lunch and enjoy a light roasted vegetable salad or Frankies' special sausage and broccoli rabe sandwich made with pizza Bianca bread. Other menu highlights at Frankies Sputino include the meatball with pine nuts and raisins, the slow roasted rib eye and the branzino, served with lemon aioli and grilled artichokes. Open for lunch and dinner all through the week, Frankies Sputino is a great pick for a casual dining experience. The drink menu boasts a small but carefully selected wine list, handpicked to complement the delicious meals.

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8. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5165)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Financial District

Booked 174 times today

Nobu Downtown is located in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District designed by NYC’s celebrated architect, David Rockwell. On the ground level, guests can enjoy open air-like experience in our Broadway dining room or Bar & Lounge dining framed by 30 foot heroic limestone columns. Our sub terrain dining room provides intimate ambience with sushi bar and private dining options. Indulge in Chef Nobu’s famous signature dishes including Rock Shrimp Tempura and Black Cod Miso as well as traditional Japanese favorites and sushi. RESERVATION GUIDE• “Regular” for one of the two indoor dining rooms• “ Bar” for plush lounge seating• “Counter” for sushi bar experience Please call us if you wish to book a larger party or event as we will not be able to accept requests for putting multiple reservations next to each other.

9. Olio e Più

4.7

Exceptional(4197)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Village

Booked 161 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

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10. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9986)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 97 times today

Beauty & Essex in New York is a hot spot, known for its innovative design, which includes a well-curated modern-day pawn shop and a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier. Chef Chris Santos, a pioneer of the small, share plate dining trend, has created waves on the food scene. The restaurant's ambiance is energetic and sophisticated, as quoted in many reviews, and the service is consistently praised as excellent and attentive. The food is often described as delicious and well-planned.

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Alex
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, atmosphere was warm, will definitely go back
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Frankies SpuntinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carroll Gardens
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4.8
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Jordan
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great restaurant for a classic fancy diner brunch experience, but if it is busy expect to feel rushed. We felt like burdens within 45 minutes of sitting down and would have ordered coffee or more cocktails but could sense the urgency of the team trying to turn the tables. If we’d been a walk in I would understand more, but tough with a reservation.
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The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
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4.8
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JoiceVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I chose here to celebrate our 3rd anniversary. We had a great time at Bondst. We got big eye tuna tarts Grilled octopus Spicy crab crispy rice (last time we had tuna crispy rice) Omakase (8pc) which was the best best All of the dishes were amazing! At last we had dessert and treats on the house, which made our hearts warm. Love this place, and will come back soon.
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BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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4.8
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Jessica
Key West / Florida Keys •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The location, the food & service was excellent. We enjoyed the views it was very romantic. The service was perfect and walking on the boardwalk was refreshing.
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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CaroleT
Virginia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was fabulous. The sommelier Stephen was particularly delightful. Even though we only had a cocktail and a glass of wine each, he spent as much energy and time helping us decide as if we had been ordering an expensive bottle or two of wine. Food was all amazing— the amuse vouches were as fabulous as the courses. And the view is incredible. Our first Michelin experience- it will be hard to top!
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9

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175 restaurants available nearby

1. BONDST

2. STK - NYC - Meatpacking

3. Casa Mono

4. The Odeon

5. Cecconi's Dumbo

6. The River Cafe

7. Frankies Spuntino

8. Nobu Downtown | Restaurant

9. Olio e Più

10. Beauty & Essex- New York

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