Gaia Restaurant
This lively Midtown spot pairs olive-oil-focused Mediterranean dishes with live belly dancing and high-energy music.
- Mon – Thu, 12:00 – 15:30, 16:30 – 21:30; Fri, 12:00 – 15:30, 16:30 – 22:30; Sat, 17:00 – 23:00; Sun, 17:00 – 21:00
- $$$
- 42 W 35th St
- 4.7 (337 reviews)
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Description
The kitchen takes a light, clean approach, preparing dishes without butter or flour in favor of fresh herbs, local vegetables, and fish flown directly from the Mediterranean. While the truffle pasta and sesame-crusted feta earn praise, feedback on other plates is mixed. The transportive decor and lighting aim for the energy of a Mykonos wedding celebration, though guests should prepare for strict dining time limits and occasional service delays.