Best Restaurants for People Watching in Brighton Beach

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AmericanItalianSeafoodMexicanPizzeriaComfort Food

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BrooklynManhattan

Areas

DUMBOFinancial DistrictLower East SideProspect HeightsSouth Street SeaportTriBeCa

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.6

Exceptional(5367)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 158 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

2. Temple Court

4.7

Exceptional(1391)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 11 times today

Steps away from The Beekman's centerpiece atrium and the bustle of The Bar Room, is Tom Colicchio's Temple Court. Surrounded by a series of stained-glass windows, and full of historic charm, Temple Court's Dining Room is a destination for the fine dining devout. Now under the stewardship of Executive Chef, Travis Sowards, Temple Court is a tour de force of Tom Colicchio's most classic flavor profiles, reimagined and assembled on a showcase menu in Downtown NYC. *The Bar Room is not reservable through Open Table*

3. Industry Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2036)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South Street Seaport

Booked 25 times today

Nestled along the East River next to the historic South Street Seaport, Industry Kitchen is just steps from the water’s edge. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Jonathan Haffmans, features modern American cuisine based on seasonal market ingredients and simply prepared dishes that New Yorkers know and love, such as abundant salads and wood-oven grilled meats, seafood, and pizza. Complimenting all menu choices is a wide variety of craft beers, signature cocktails, and an extensive wine list. The stunning 5,000 square-foot venue accommodates up to 300 guests with indoor and outdoor seating, allowing for unobstructed views of the Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridges and Brooklyn Skyline.

4. Juliette

4.6

Exceptional(250)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Williamsburg

Booked 46 times today

Williamsburg's Juliette is a charming French-inspired neighborhood bistro with a fresh and modern spin. Juliette offers a full brunch menu along with seasonal specials every day. For Dinner, you will find bistro comfort classics along with seasonally inspired dishes or try one of the Chef's daily specials. Pair everything and anything with a well crafted seasonally inspired cocktail, local craft beer or choose from our rotating selection of wine. Juliette offers several dining options including a beautiful indoor garden, cozy wine room and lively bar area. For al fresco dining, enjoy some people watching on the sidewalk cafe or escape to the roof terrace away from the thrum of the city. We accept Dinner and Brunch reservations. We do reserve a large portion of our seating for walk in business. For reservations larger than 16 guests, Please call or email us directly. Events please contact juliette.events@gmail.com.

5. Serafina Tribeca

4.7

Exceptional(754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • TriBeCa

Booked 22 times today

A beautiful building on the corner of West Broadway and Reade Street with large windows, excellent for people watching in the colder months and lovely breezes on warmer days and nights. Comforting Italian cuisine paired with excellent wines, or one of the many choices from the large bar menu cocktails and spirits. Open for Brunch on Saturday and Sunday, Lunch and Dinner daily.

6. Westville Dumbo

4.7

Exceptional(505)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • DUMBO

Booked 17 times today

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

7. Sunday to Sunday

4.6

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lower East Side

Booked 8 times today

Located in the best corner of the Lower East Side, Sunday to Sunday is an all-day restaurant-cafe-bar. Sunday to Sunday is your Monday through Wednesday workspace, your Thursday, Friday night date destination, and your weekend group brunch, all to a killer soundtrack (we open early, we close late, and we serve great coffee, brunch, dinner and cocktails).

8. Alta Calidad

4.7

Exceptional(420)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Prospect Heights

Alta Calidad is located in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn where Chef Akhtar Nawab is cooking innovative Mexican cuisine. The Spanish translation of "Alta Calidad" means "high quality" and it's our goal to provide that with every dish that we serve. Our goal is to cook with pride and integrity and have a lot of fun doing it!! We're thrilled to be part of this amazing Brooklyn community and we want each of you to join us and participate in this exciting adventure! Alta Calidad is a Michelin Bib Gourmand award winning restaurant and Certified Minority Owned Business.We encourage you to secure seating to dine indoors or on our outdoor patio. We look forwarding to hosting you soon!

9. Superfine

4.3

Awesome(115)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • DUMBO

Booked 8 times today

Superfine is a bar/restaurant venue in the DUMBO section of Brooklyn. We feature art and live music. Free pool table. Organic and local fare.

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From verified diners like you

M
Marcio
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The experience is a must when visiting Brooklyn. Nice view, good food and great service!
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.6
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Kasia
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
everything was so delicious, heck who knew salad can taste this good?! our server, Dustin, was amazing! great recommendations and a great guy to joke around it. will definitely be coming back!
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Industry KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• South Street Seaport
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4.7
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Fernandez
Alabama •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was fresh but I overall feel it was under-seasoned. l would return but probably for a salad rather than a pasta. Beautiful ambiance and good drinks.
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Serafina TribecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• TriBeCa
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We got the best seat with my partner and our server Kaitlyn was really nice and sweet.
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JuliettePrice: Expensive• French American• Williamsburg
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4.6
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Ashkan
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 Feb 2025
Excellent vibe, food, staff and service. We started with drinka at the lobby bar then transitioned to dinner which was perfect
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Temple CourtPrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District
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4.7

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