Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Little Italy

Great vibe, from the music selection to the energy and attentiveness of the staff, Stellina is not to be missed. All that said… the food stole the show! Not showy or over the top… quality ingredients, well presented with the perfect blend of flavors.

We had the perfect new year’s lunch! It was such a great meal and everyone was so nice to us. Maison Boulud is such a special restaurant. Thank you!! Happy New Year!

Here's the revised review with a brief mention of the table placement: We recently dined at Anemone to celebrate a special occasion: my husband’s birthday and our first wedding anniversary. Overall, it was a delightful evening with some of the best food we’ve had in a long time. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with incredible flavors. The temakis were so good we ordered them twice, and my husband absolutely loved the gnocchi, calling it one of the best he’s ever had. The ris de veau dish was a standout for me—it was my first time trying it, and I was thoroughly impressed. Everything we ordered was thoughtfully prepared and truly a testament to the kitchen’s skill. The only slight downside was our table placement. We were seated next to a utility closet, which took away from the ambiance at times, but the amazing food and attentive service made up for it. Overall, we had a fantastic evening and will definitely return to enjoy more of Anemone’s incredible dishes.

The table d’hôte is the way to go, the braised beef and Wellington are great. The ambience and restaurant are very cute and the food is very fresh since it’s all locally sourced. Great place for an intimate dinner or small group of friends.:)

The steak, the oysters, the risotto and the cocktails were to die for.