Manhattan Restaurants for Distinct Date Nights

4.6 (824)

Mon – Fri, 11:30 – 15:00, 16:00 – 21:00

450 East 29th Street

Pair New American cooking with East River views in a quiet Kips Bay dining room. The seasonal Terrace Bar adds an outdoor option. Confirm terrace availability before planning an open air date.

4.8 (80)

Mon, Sun, 12:00 – 20:00; Tue – Sat, 12:00 – 21:00

455 Main Street

Try air fried Mexican cooking on Roosevelt Island for a casual date. The park directly in front overlooks the east channel and offers an outdoor alternative to the indoor seating.

4.6 (182)

Mon – Fri, 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 16:00, 17:00 – 22:00

853 Lexington Ave

Linger over classic French cooking beyond the front bar, where the dining room stretches into a long rectangle. Unhurried service suits a slower meal. Some visitors report a musty scent on arrival.

5.0 (329)

Mon – Sun, 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 22:00

354 E 66th St

Choose an intimate sushi bar or a family friendly dining room on the Upper East Side. Chef Genta trained at Ginza Kyubey, with nigiri and warm izakaya cooking at the center of the meal.