The Place

New American | West Village

Food23 Decor24 Service24 Cost$57

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"Nestled" below sidewalk level, this "quintessential West Village date spot" is "sure to impress" with its "romantic", fireplace-equipped setting, "decadent" Med–New American cooking and "warm" service; the only quibble is with the "boring name", which fans complain "doesn't do it justice."

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