@rubyolivia.photography , @principe.nyc
If you're planning a perfect intimate wedding in New York City, finding the restaurant for your reception is crucial and can be quite a challenging task. The city is home to a wide array of restaurants that are ideal for hosting a small and intimate wedding dinner — all you have to do is find the right place among the many. Whether you're looking for upscale fine dining or a more laid-back and intimate setting, NYC has something to offer for every couple's taste and style. Read through and discover the restaurants that may provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable and romantic dining experience.
La Mercerie
La Mercerie is a delightful French restaurant located in the heart of New York City's Soho neighborhood. La Mercerie offers a blend of elegant culinary experience and contemporary design. The interior is absolutely stunning, with an airy and sophisticated ambiance that creates a picturesque setting for any event, including an intimate wedding dinner. The menu at La Mercerie is a celebration of classic French cuisine with a modern twist. Guests can savor an array of amazing dishes crafted with the finest and freshest ingredients, reflecting Chef Marie-Aude Rose's culinary expertise.
Cosme
Cosme is a renowned restaurant in the Flatiron District of New York City, celebrated for its innovative contemporary Mexican cuisine and stylish, modern ambiance. The restaurant's interior is sleek and chic, with a minimalist yet warm design that sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. The ambiance at Cosme effortlessly balances an upscale, refined vibe with a welcoming and comfortable sensation, creating an ideal setting for an intimate wedding dinner.
@theaestheticminimalist , @cosmenyc
Veronika
The restaurant, located just past the famous Veronika bar, exudes luxury and elegance with its opulent dining space. The menu is a modern take on traditional continental European cuisine, emphasizing seasonal ingredients, ethically sourced seafood, and responsibly raised meats. The dishes are visually stunning and artfully presented. The vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by music and expansive windows that offer captivating city views. A wonderful location for an intimate wedding experience or a luxurious date.
Principe
Principe, a seafood restaurant, situated in the lively SoHo neighborhood and is influenced by both the local area and Italian cuisine. Led by Chef Abram Bissell, known for his work at esteemed spots such as The Nomad and Eleven Madison Park, the restaurant offers a dynamic and inviting dining experience for the SoHo community. Principe provides a setting to indulge and enjoy oneself, while savoring outstanding seafood and fresh seasonal ingredients.
Per Se
Chef Keller's second three-Michelin-starred establishment presents a daily nine-course tasting menu, as well as a nine-course vegetable tasting menu, utilizing classic French culinary techniques and the finest, top-quality ingredients. The restaurant's extraordinary wine list features over 2,000 bottles, showcasing a selection of aged wines and limited-release vintages from small, artisanal producers. The restaurant has long proven to be a great place to immerse yourself in the gastronomic world of New York City, where a couple can have a wonderful intimate wedding dinner.
La Marchande
Located within the Wall Street Hotel, La Marchande is Chef John Fraser's contemporary take on a French chophouse, blending the essence of French cuisine, focused on seasonal and high-quality ingredients, with the enduring tradition of refined steakhouse dining synonymous with Wall Street. The restaurant features a stylish café-inspired dining room with semi-private booths, as well as a more relaxed ambiance for cocktails and light bites at the impressive bar overlooking Water Street, making it a beautiful dining destination for couples.
@sophiegoula , @lamarchandenyc
Nakaji
Renowned third-generation sushi chef Kunihide "Nakaji" Nakajima presents his culinary heritage at the gorgeous and authentic NYC gastronomic location. The venue showcases two distinct experiences — a traditional Edomae-style sushi served at the Chef's Counter and handcrafted cocktails at the Bar at Nakaji. Nakaji invites you to savor an intimate dining experience featuring authentic Japanese sushi meticulously prepared and served by Chef himself. Chef Nakajima curates a 14-course sushi omakase accompanied by a selection of appetizers. A fitting place to hold a very intimate event with a themed atmosphere.
Naro
NARO, created by the team behind Atoboy and Atomix, is situated in the renowned Rockefeller Center on the Rink Level. The restaurant focuses on the subtle flavors of Korean cuisine, using traditional ingredients and techniques, and drawing inspiration from classic Korean dishes throughout history. Restaurant currently offers two different menus in the Main Dining Room: the Standard Tasting Menu and Vegetarian Tasting Menu, both priced at $165 per person. A minimalistic and stylish restaurant with a modern interpretation of Korean food.
Saga
Saga offers exclusive private dining rooms in New York City with two floors of meeting spaces. The rooms offer scenic views of the cityscape and the Brooklyn Bridge. They are perfect for a variety of events, especially an intimate wedding experience. The gastronomic principles of the restaurant lie in classic European techniques, but with an emphasis on nostalgic tastes and smells.
