Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Mill Basin

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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BrooklynHudsonManhattanQueensStaten Island

Areas

AstoriaBay RidgeBoerum HillBushwickClinton HillConcord

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

46 restaurants available nearby

1. Bordeaux

4.8

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midwood

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Bordeaux, a New American Steakhouse with a modern twist. Bordeaux is designed to provide the ultimate upscale dining experience, a perfect place to create memories in a luxurious and tranquil environment. A distinctive ambiance embraces our guests, as our attentive staff customize and tailor the evening for your unique culinary pleasure. Our spacious dining hall can accommodate various parties, ranging from a single night out at the bar, or an intimate night out for two in our private dining room, to a large celebration or gathering in our party room. Looking forward to providing an exceptional and noteworthy dining experience.

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2. Savvy Bistro & Bar

4.2

Awesome(160)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Crown Heights

Booked 3 times today

At Savvy, our mission is to provide our patrons with a hybrid of savory Caribbean Cuisine and an enthralling ambience. Located in Crown Heights where there is a diverse array of cultures and ongoing gentrification, Savvy intends to augment the area’s culinary interest with authentic Caribbean fusion cuisines- flavorful, vibrant, colorful, textured, and healthy- in an urbane and family-friendly atmosphere.

3. The River Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(9231)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • DUMBO

Booked 42 times today

The River Café is one of New York and America’s most unique locations. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge with sweeping views of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty, this elegant restaurant has, since 1977, been a favorite destination for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world who demand the highest level of cuisine. Renowned for its exquisite setting, beautiful decor and seamless service The River Café serves a wonderful classic New American menu using only the finest, freshest and often rare ingredients. With an award winning and outstanding wine list, romantic piano music nightly, breathtaking floral arrangements, the River Café is more than simply dining, it is often a magical experience. Whether you are coming for dinner or a private party, be sure to leave some time to enjoy The River Café’s spectacular garden.

A photo of Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson restaurant

4. Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

4.4

Awesome(569)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District

Booked 29 times today

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is a vibrant contemporary American restaurant from Marcus Samuelsson within the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Metropolis is the culinary anchor of this new cultural cornerstone of Lower Manhattan and is honored to play a role in the final chapter of rebuilding the World Trade Center site. Its menu explores the rich culinary traditions of New York City through a modern lens with theatrical cocktails, a fun and worldly wine list, and gracious hospitality. Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis features a dazzling yet warmly inviting dining room and a bustling bar, a landscaped outdoor terrace, and a lobby lounge featuring free-to-the-public artistic programming.

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5. Brooklyn Chop House

4.5

Awesome(2860)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • TriBeCa

Booked 48 times today

Home of the L.S.D. - Only Place On Earth where guests can enjoy Salt & Pepper / Ginger Garlic Lobster —- 3LB 35 Day Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak & 7Lb Authentic Peking Duck ALL ON ONE TABLE Dim Sum & Chops featuring one of kind - Pastrami - Bacon Cheeseburger & French Onion Soup Dumplings.Voted Best New Restaurant 2018 by Thrillist - BEST STEAKHOUSE in NYC by NEWSWEEK 2019!

6. Meadowsweet

4.7

Exceptional(1605)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Williamsburg

Booked 8 times today

Polo and Stephanie opened Meadowsweet together in 2014 and they see it as an extension of their home. They both enjoy good food, friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere to dine in and that is exactly what they want their guests to experience when visiting Meadowsweet. When they are not at Meadowsweet you will find them upstate at Meadowsweet Farm with their daughter and son where they grow some amazing vegetables with Polo’s Dad to serve at Meadowsweet. They look forward to seeing you at Meadowsweet soon!

7. ASKA

4.9

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Nordic • Williamsburg

Booked 4 times today

Chef Fredrik Berselius brings his love of nature to his urban surroundings through food at Brooklyn's only two Michelin-starred restaurant. With an emphasis on ingredients from the Northeastern region and influenced by his Scandinavian homeland, Aska, Swedish for "ashes," offers a distinctive dining experience through a procession of courses prepared from an open kitchen and served to guests of only ten tables each night.

8. Lafayette

4.5

Awesome(3130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 15 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.

9. Casa Ora

4.6

Exceptional(680)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Venezuelan • Williamsburg

Booked 15 times today

Created by Ivo Diaz, The Nomad and Eleven Madison Park mixologist, and resident abuela and Executive Chef Isbelis Diaz. Casa Ora is a family owned and operated Venezuelan-American Fine Dining restaurant located in East Williamsburg. We serve refined farm-to-table plates and modern cocktails.We are focused on bringing the beauty and nature of Venezuela to New York City. In times of political injustice upon Venezuelans, Casa Ora is dedicated to donating a portion of profits to families forced to seek asylum due to lack of human rights resources such as food, clean water, and government protection.

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10. Sushi By Bou - NOMAD NYC @ Hotel32|32

4.7

Exceptional(209)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • NoMad

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Sushi By Bou Nomad, New York's Only hip-hop style Omakase Experience! Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice," promises a journey through fantastic flavors and bass heavy beats. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65 or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $100 for 17 pieces, Seated hourly. located within the 32/32 Hotel, groove to Classic 90s Hip Hop and taste the thrill of sushi exploration. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

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RIchard
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Authentic Italian and Great as usual. Professional Staff and Service.
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Ponte VecchioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bay Ridge
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4.6
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Victor
Miami - Dade •1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 Feb 2025
Service was ok, food was 7stars they are just missing a lil more attention on service! Waiters and staff were very friendly but took too much time to greet us, and to take orders.
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MeadowsweetPrice: Expensive• American• Williamsburg
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4.7
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Sasha
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Feb 2025
I always have a great time at Savvy brunch, my new office transition celebration was a success
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Savvy Bistro & BarPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Crown Heights
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4.2
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Scott
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Jan 2025
Cozy and delicious! I had the burger and putting blue cheese on it was one of the better decisions of my life.
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Bijan's BrooklynPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Brooklyn
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4.6
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Sharlynn
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on 26 Jan 2025
Staff amazing friendly great experience food was good . My mother loved it will be going back
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SAGEPrice: Moderate• Thai• Williamsburg
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4.6

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