Best Lunch Restaurants in Greenwich Village

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1. Petite Boucherie

4.7

Exceptional(1327)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 26 times today

Located at the historic intersection of Christopher and Gay Streets, PETITE BOUCHERIE brings a touch of France to the cultured and eclectic neighborhood of West Village. An intimate window-laden, corner restaurant serves French classics pared with curated wine offerings, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Petite Boucherie is inspired by the elegance of Parisian Belle Époque, and with a hand-crafted menu of timeless dishes, the intimate bistro serves as a community hub for engaging conversation.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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2. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Awesome(6930)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 155 times today

Meaning “greenhouse” in Italian, SERRA encompasses a lively and welcoming ambiance reminiscent of the lush Italian countryside, placing an emphasis on evergreen botanicals and pops of color throughout. Escape the busy city streets and celebrate the sunshine and warmer weather with innovative, authentic Italian food and beverage offerings in this 14th floor oasis that is sure to impress!PLEASE NOTE: From September 4th to September 26th, our roof will be undergoing repairs. Regular service will not be disrupted but please be advised that our usual ceiling decorations will not be on display while these repairs are taking place. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.

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3. Papillon Bistro and Bar

3.9

Excellent(1042)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 31 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

4. Lafayette

4.6

Exceptional(3123)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 8 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

5. Bond 45

4.5

Awesome(9405)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 112 times today

Located in the heart of Times Square, Bond 45 invites you on a culinary journey of exquisite Italian cuisine. Nestled conveniently next to Sweeney Todd and across from Hamilton, we offer a perfect blend of delectable dishes and a prime location for theatergoers. Savor the flavors of Italy with our diverse menu featuring house-made pasta, succulent seafood, specialty veal chops, and artisan thin crust pizzas. Our culinary creations are sure to delight your taste buds. Book your table at Bond 45 today and indulge in the perfect fusion of authentic Italian cuisine and the excitement of Broadway. Whether you're a theater enthusiast or a food lover, our restaurant promises an unforgettable experience!

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6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

4.7

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • West Village

Booked 130 times today

Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Opening October 2023. Little Ruby’s West Village will be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.

7. Westville Hudson

4.6

Exceptional(817)

Price: Moderate

• American • SoHo

Booked 8 times today

Westville is a warm and relaxed neighborhood go-to for simple, delicious food.

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8. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

4.6

Exceptional(8120)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Midtown East

Booked 15 times today

Our Fifth Avenue location on 52nd Street near Cartier's Mansion comprises two open floors. Downstairs, the bar invites you to escape with one of our signature cocktails and a trio of crostini. Upstairs, our beautiful dining rooms provide the perfect setting for an elegant dinner or business lunch. Close enough to make your curtain, but far enough away from the bustle of Times Square to make your pre-theatre dinner a relaxing start to an evening in the city.

9. Cafe Cluny

4.9

Exceptional(2185)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 101 times today

CAFE CLUNY SEATS FOR BRUNCH SERVICE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS ON THE WEEKENDS BETWEEN 10AM AND 4PM.Open since 2006, Cafe Cluny is a neighborhood spot offering French - American dishes with a polished flare. Our Executive Chef Andy Xu takes pride in his thoughtful selections here, as well as at our sister restaurants The Odeon and Café Luxembourg.Whether you need that charming place for a date, are in search of the perfect brunch, or just want the best steak frites in town - you will be glad you came to the West Village's famous Cafe Cluny. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not 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) 255-6900. We look forward to seeing you soon.

10. Le Parisien

4.8

Exceptional(2232)

Price: Moderate

• French • Murray Hill

Booked 10 times today

Le Parisien is the go-to neighborhood bistrot for Murray Hill, offering classic French food like steak frites, escargots and moules marinieres, paired with a well-edited list of french wines.Chef Johnathan Masse brings his expert knowledge of comfort food, having most recently served as sous chef at the Waverly Inn, and also for Chef Jonathan Waxman of Barbuto. Along with owner Christian Merand, formerly of Jean-Claude in Soho, they have created a restaurant that focuses on serving consistently great traditional food with a lively and unmistakeably French atmosphere.Also open daily for lunch and brunch on weekends.

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Emily
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The atmosphere was cozy and the French onion soup was delicious! Susannah provided great service. We will definitely come back to this location again.
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Petite BoucheriePrice: Expensive• French• West Village
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4.7
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Ticole
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Ambiance is amazing. Food was fine. But service was terrible.
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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3.9
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Isabellah
Mississippi •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
such a good restaurant, a cool spot for pictures while eating. Our waiter was incredible and so was the food!
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Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC FlatironPrice: Expensive• Italian• Gramercy Park
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4.3
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Bill
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
Food was quite wonderful, surprisingly so for a venue close to theater. A little noisier than I would have liked but to be proximate to our show (7 PM curtain) made it a worthwhile trade-off. Would absolutely return, my new "go to" restaurant for theater evenings.
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Bond 45Price: Expensive• Italian• Theater District
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4.5
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Michael
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2024
Always a pleasure eating here. Fresh food and drink, great location and atmosphere.
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LafayettePrice: Expensive• French• NoHo
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4.6

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499 restaurants available nearby

1. Petite Boucherie

2. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

3. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4. Lafayette

5. Bond 45

6. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village

7. Westville Hudson

8. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

9. Cafe Cluny

10. Le Parisien

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