From $2 street dogs, to $400 Omakase, New York City has a plethora of dining experiences at every price point.
When it comes to celebrating a special occasion–an engagement or wedding anniversary let’s say–a greasy slice of pepperoni pizza probably won’t cut it.
Unless you’re a “chill girl” and that’s your thing. #Respect.
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We’ve rounded up the ten most splurge-worthy restaurants in NYC, sure to delight the girlies who just want their diamond rings with a side of uni.
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10 Columbus Circle, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Japanese
Atmosphere: Modern and elegant
Price: Omakase $750 per person, Hinoki Counter Experience $950 per person
Why it’s worth the splurge: The A5 Wagyu Ohmi Beef Tataki with freshly shaved truffles is hotter than your fiancée in a backward Yankees hat.
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11 Madison Ave, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Upscale American (Vegan!)
Atmosphere: White table-cloth
Price: $335 per person, 8-10 courses
Why it’s worth the splurge: This entirely plant-based menu is better than your birthday dinner at Peter Lugar’s. *Drop the mic*
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342 Bowery, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Japanese
Atmosphere: Centered around “the four pillars of Japanese cuisine: seasonality, beauty, balance, and comfort.”
Price: $335 per person, approximately 20 courses
Why it’s worth the splurge: Consistently ranked in the top three among sushi restaurants in Japan.
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1 Central Park West, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: French
Atmosphere: Sophisticated
Price: Six Course Omnivore $258 per person, Ten Course Omnivore $318 per person, Six Course Vegetarian $188 per person
Why it’s worth the splurge: Jean-Georges is one of the most famous chefs in the world!
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461 5th Ave, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Edomae-style sushi
Atmosphere: Pared-down, warm setting
Price: Kiwami (8 appetizers, 9 pieces of seasonal nigiri, Tamago homemade omelet, miso soup, dessert) for $450 per person
Why it’s worth the splurge: Celebrate your special day with the best Sake Negroni in the city.
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431 W 37th St, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: French and Japanese-infused
Atmosphere: Intimate and upscale
Price: $430 per person, 20 courses
Why it’s worth the splurge: The Uni Brioche with truffle is more valuable than any diamond ring.
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37 W 20th St, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Japanese
Atmosphere: Decadent 8-seat sushi counter
Price: $365 per person, 20 courses
Why It’s worth the splurge: One of the most extensive Japanese whiskey collections in the city. Enough said.
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10 Columbus Circle, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: New American
Atmosphere: Extravagant
Price: $355 per person, nine courses
Why it’s worth the splurge: No single ingredient is ever reused throughout all nine courses.
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69 Leonard St, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: Japanese-Kaiseki blend
Atmosphere: Traditional
Price: $420 per person, 18 courses
Why it’s worth the splurge: The “Hairy” Crab is A+!
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225 Liberty St, Manhattan/Website
Cuisine: French
Atmosphere: “Apartment-like.” “Feels like an intimate dinner party.”
Price: $230 per person
Why it’s worth the splurge: Name something more romantic than a caviar service for two. We’ll wait.
Photography by: Moiz K. Malik
