The Best Dinner Date Spots in New York
Choose a neighborhood before choosing a reservation. This selection stays in Manhattan, from a downtown evening to a Midtown coffee or a longer walk through the parks.
Dinner works best when the format feels comfortable for both people. These five restaurants offer different ways to make an evening of it. Look at the current menu together, agree on a budget and check the reservation options before setting a time; the guide is a starting point, not a booking service.
This selection includes Scarpetta, La Lanterna di Vittorio, Le Coucou, Ci Siamo and One if by Land, Two if by Sea. Use the map and practical details below to pick the one that fits your date.
Scarpetta
An Italian restaurant on Madison Avenue in NoMad. Make the meal the main event rather than squeezing it between other plans. The restaurant website has the current menu and any booking information.
La Lanterna di Vittorio
A long-running Italian restaurant on MacDougal Street. A considered option for an evening when you both want to sit down for dinner. The restaurant website has the current menu and any booking information.
Le Coucou
A French dining room led by chef Daniel Rose. Look through the menu together before booking so the format and budget feel right for both of you. The restaurant website has the current menu and any booking information.
Ci Siamo
Italian cooking over fire, with handmade pasta in Manhattan West. Keep the rest of the night open and give the table your attention. The restaurant website has the current menu and any booking information.
One if by Land, Two if by Sea
A historic Barrow Street restaurant for a planned evening. Choose this when you want a dinner plan with a clear destination. The restaurant website has the current menu and any booking information.
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