With so many restaurants participating in Restaurant Week, and only some of them offering the $35 prix-fixe dinner, it can be a challenge to make a choice. These restaurants are my top choices for where to go for dinner during Restaurant Week.
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1. Django
Savor the cuisine of the French Riviera at Django during Restaurant Week. Attentive service, well-prepared food and a classy atmosphere make this a great dinner choice.Address: 480 Lexington Avenue
Phone: 212-871-6600
Neighborhood: Flatiron District (Map)
2. EN Japanese Brasserie
EN's menu focused on cooked Japanese dishes, though they also offer sushi. The menu reflects Izakaya style with a diverse range of dishes for both adventurous and conservative diners.Address: 435 Hudson Street
Phone: 212-647-9196
Neighborhood: West Village (Map)
3. One If By Land, Two If By Sea
This West Village restaurant is rumored to be haunted, but don't let that stop you from enjoying the romantic atmosphere or the Beef Wellington.Address: 17 Barrow Street
Phone: 212-255-8649
Neighborhood: West Village (Map)
4. Payard Bistro
This French bistro is best known for the outstanding pastries it serves, so make sure to save room for dessert.Address: 1032 Lexington Avenue
Phone: 212-717-5252
Neighborhood: Upper East Side (Map)
5. Rene Pujol Restaurant
Rene Pujol is popular with the pre-theater set and has been impressing diners with its classic French cuisine for many years. The warm townhouse atmosphere makes it a great choice for a date.Address: 321 West 51st Street
Phone: 212-246-3023
Neighborhood: Theater District (Map)
6. Rosa Mexicano
Creative Mexican cuisine (including guacamole made table side) have made Rosa Mexicano's several New York City locations successful -- but you'll have to go to the Union Square spot to get the Restaurant Week dinner.Address: 9 East 18th Street
Phone: 212-533-3350
Neighborhood: Union Square (Map)
7. Sushi Samba
Brazillian-Japanese fusion and a fun, funky scene are what set Sushi Samba apart from the crowd.8. The Modern - Bar Room
Located inside the MoMA, The Modern serves refined American cuisine in an impressively designed setting. Do note: Restaurant Week is only available in the more downscale Bar Room, not the Dining Room.Address: 9 West 53rd Street
Phone: 212-333-1220
Neighborhood: Midtown West (Map)
9. Tribeca Grill
Drew Nieporent and Robert De Niro co-own Tribeca Grill, which has become a neighborhood institution during the past 15 years. The menu is designed to feature fresh produce and highlights seasonal strengths.Address: 375 Greenwich Street
Phone: 212-941-3900
Neighborhood: TriBeCa (Map)
