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    Vic's

    4.3 (654 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Seasonal Gelato - Chocolate Amaretto
    Gina C.

    This spot is IT. I fell off with sharing reviews for a good minute. Vic's is the gem to throw me back on here. After this dinner... I immediately was like, "no omg I need to give them ALL the praise." Each dish was incredible, nothing ever fell short. I don't even know what to recommend because I'm sure if I ordered something entirely different, I would be saying the same exact thing. (If the seasonal gelato is still chocolate amaretto when you go, absolutely get that. The amaretto cookie/toffee crunch within each scoop was actual perfection. I'm glad we opted for 2 scoops instead of 1. Seriously... Best gelato I've had in my life, and I've been to Italy ) Our waitress was so helpful when I couldn't decide between certain dishes, and she was SO sweet!!!! I think her name was Paola L. It's so refreshing to have a server so upbeat, happy and helpful. She just matched my energy lol, and she was so great and attentive. :) :') [[HIGHLIGHT]]The general ambiance also was very lively and upbeat - definitely on the louder side but that's exactly my vibe. And the songs playing in the background were all total bangers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Next to all of this, the cost of what we got felt like a STEAL after receiving the check. I haven't come across a place with INCREDIBLE food paired with AFFORDABLE prices since maybe 2016. We got 2 drinks, 2 apps, 2 entrees and 2 scoops of gelato. It rounded out to a range of $130 ish altogether. Just amazing. Vic's is top on my list. 10/10. Especially if you're in the 25-35 age range... You will fit right in on a Saturday night! (We went on a Sat at 8:30p)

    Prosecco we got on the house for waiting over 30 min past our reservation time
    Caitlyn F.

    My friends and I had a reservation at 8:45pm on a Friday night. We were told by the hosts that another party paid, but they weren't leaving - they weren't the friendliest hosts. 20 minutes go by and we were told again that the party wasn't leaving, but a manager or the owner gave us complimentary Prosecco to thank us for waiting. I don't drink so this didn't help me as much, but it was a nice gesture. Another 10 minutes go by and we were contemplating leaving as it was already 30 minutes past our reservation time and all of us were hangry at this point. We finally got seated at 9:23pm and were ready to order. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's pretty dark in the restaurant and gave date night vibes - playlist was great too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For starters, we got the crispy broccoli, brussels sprouts salad, and crispy potatoes and they were all really good! For the mains we got the cacio e pepe spaghetti, lumache, and sausage pizza. I love thin crust so the pizza was good for me with a thin crispy crust, which I enjoyed. The pastas were just okay to me, I did prefer the lumache over the cacio since it had more flavor. The highlights were definitely the starters! Would come back for those. I do hope that in the future they kindly ask guests to leave the table if another party with a reservation is waiting, especially if it's over 30 minutes as we did get really annoyed before even ordering.

    Cristina S.

    We enjoyed an early dinner out. The waiter was very attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat around a booth with a table of 8.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Enjoyed nice wine and cocktails. The hanger steaks were a table favorite. The cod was very good. The chick peas were a little too hard. The coffees and dessert were all very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]A nice spot on the east side.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Fried calamari (tender). Partially digged in already
    Vicell M.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came here on a work dinner and the places is nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had the Calabria cocktail and it have a small nice spicy kick. We had the food family style. My favorites were the fried calamari, crispy potatoes and hanger steak. The cacio de pepe wasn't bad. Just a tad too al dente but that's my opinion of course. Foe dessert, I didn't get to try the tiramisu (probably should have) and instead tried the rainbow cookies. It is one of the most dense rainbow cookies I had. I would skip that. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, really nice place for dinner[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

    Cacio E Pepe
    Cara T.

    My friend and I snagged a last minute reservation here last Friday. I'm so glad that we did! We had to wait a bit to be seated, but they were great about transferring our bar tab to our table once we were seated. I loved the Milano cocktail! Not too sweet and full of flavor To start, we shared the crudo, per our server's recommendation. It was delicious! So tender, light, and flavorful. I went with the cacio e pepe for my entree and it was classic and delicious! The pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauce had that intense peppery flavor you need in a good cacio e pepe. For the area and quality of the food, I found it to be very well priced. I would definitely come back here! I want to try the pizzas next time!

    Phoebe A.

    My friend heard of this spot, so we decided to stop by for a light dinner when we were in the area. We got the garlic bread, the broccoli rabe, and the cresta de gallo to share. The garlic bread did not turn out as expected - it basically was this kind of pizza crust with roasted garlic spread on top. It was still pretty good, but most definitely not what we were hoping for. The other two dishes were solid. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and the sauce was light but delicious. And the broccoli rabe was tender, and there were bits of black olive spread around the dish, which added a nice salty kick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibes were also really nice with a good amount of seating, making it a good spot to catch up with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Roasted Chicken, Orecchiette, Sausage Pizza, Lumache
    Liz B.

    Came here around 8:15 PM with a reso and was seated almost immediately! The cocktails are mostly premixed so you can't change out liquor types but they tasted good enough. My friends and I split the arancini (10/10) it was really tasty with a nice crisp. Then my friend and I split the orecchiette pasta (8/10 could've used a little more flavor and the pasta was cooked a little less than al dente) and the roasted chicken (9/10 the potatoes were heavenly and the chicken skin was crispy but I got one really spicy piece of broccoli which definitely hurt). Overall great service and this would definitely be a really cute date spot!

    Kale Caesar
    Forum S.

    We came to brunch over the weekend. Service: service was great. Fast and friendly. The rest of the party was about 30 minutes late but they were very understanding and didn't mind that I sat at the table and waited. Ambiance: the restaurant is so pretty. Natural boho chic. They also had a lot of natural light which made brunch feel like an outdoor event but we could still be warm. Food: we got the arancini and focaccia bread as starters. The bread was delicious and perfectly soft. I also loved that there were 2 halves that had different flavors. The arancini didn't really stand out but it was fine. I got the vodka pizza as my main course. It was very saucy but delicious. The vodka sauce was flavorful and well seasoned.

    Kristi L.

    Food, service, and ambience were on point at this affordable Italian restaurant. My party started with the arancini and meatballs, which were both incredibly flavorful. The arancini were oblong instead of globes, and there were only two, so keep that in mind if you're a party of three or more. They're completely worth ordering though--incredibly juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The meatballs melted in the mouth, and the tomato sauce was bright with perfect acidity. For my entree, I ordered the campanelle with pork bolognese. It was a great portion, but the sauce was a little lacking for me, considering bolognese should be heartier than your average spaghetti sauce. My dining companions had the mushroom pizza and ravioli, and both said they were really good. I definitely wanted to steal one of my boyfriend's ravioli. They looked so plump and delicious! For dessert, the tiramisu was some of the best I've ever had, while the brioche with cream was underwhelming. Cocktails were solid. I had a Prosecco spritz, which I'd definitely order again.

    Cacio E Pepe
    Ellen L.

    I loved this restaurant. The setting is perfect for a nice dinner with friends/family, the food and drinks were delicious, and the staff was so friendly. We were seated in the back of the restaurant where we could see them making pizzas and cooking them in a brick oven which was cool to see. I got the cacio e pepe which was one of the best cacio e pepe's I've had. The cheese was so creamy and had the perfect sauce to pasta ratio. There was a bit too much oil at the bottom of the dish, but overall, everything else about this dish was perfect and delicious. We also got a side of Brussels sprouts which were decent, but nothing special. I probably would choose to try a different appetizer next time I come here.

    Hanger Steak, cacio Pepe, Chicken Parmigiano, Kim

    Food is always amazing here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibes are great and easy to get a reservation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Servers are also so sweet

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    Warren L.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice place in NYC.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Went for a workout at Rumble around the corner. Seated promptly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was buzzing for a Wednesday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were three people and ordered apps and a pizza. Pork meatballs very good crispy calamari and shrimp. I liked the way they were prepared. Sauce was ok. Zucchini blossoms. Ok. Roasted squash. Needed more cooking. Arrabbiata pizza. Was ok. Service was a little too aggressive. Felt like things fell a bit short. Not bad. Felt like it could have been better

    Cannelloni and Cacio E Pepe
    Chandni D.

    Came here with a party of 3 on a Saturday night and were seated immediately. Right off the bat, we loved the ambiance! Here's what we got: Arancini - super flavorful and yummy, would recommend! Crispy Sweet Onions - this was just ok, found them to be really greasy but my friend who loves onions loved them! Broccolini - this was my favorite dish! Super lemony but also spicy and had the perfect bite! Sometimes broccolini gets over cooked but this was just perfect! Cacio E Pepe - super well made! perfect balance of creamy cheese and pepper. Would 100% come back just for this! Cannelloni - for the main we shared the cannelloni which was forgettable. It was not super flavorful and was kind of watery and mushy - would not get again Overall, we enjoyed most of our dinner and would love to come back and try more pastas!

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    Ask the Community - Vic's

    Do they have heat lamps?

    Yes they have a heated patio

    Hello! If we have tickets at the Astor Place Theater for a show that starts at 7pm, what time should we start dinner at Vic's and how far away is it from APT?

    We got to Vic's at about 5pm and had tickets for 7pm at the APT as well. We arrived at the theater in plenty of time and it is only a couple blocks away - a 5-minute walk. You will love Vic's!!

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    Valerie

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    4.3
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    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Came here for brunch and had a decent time. The place wasn't too busy, likely due to the crappy…read moreweather, so we were able to sit there for a while after our meal concluded. Service was good. We had the fried chicken Benedict and the crab cake Benedict. I was a bit confused when I saw that each Benedict dish only had one poached egg - shouldn't it always be two? I guess that's shrinkflation (plus inflation) for you. That bent said, the crab cake was actually really big and filling. The side of potatoes were really delicious. Would I come back for brunch again? Very unlikely. But, it does seem like a pretty "safe choice" if you need a last minute reservation for a group.

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    Had an awesome time at Dear Irving. We recently celebrated a friend's birthday here. We were…read morekindly greeted when we entered and directed to the elevator leading to the event space. DI reserved an area between the bar and patio for the event. Enough room for our party to gather and not impede on other patrons. I found all of the staff to be very professional and attentive while very busy. The menu has a variety of small bite options, which was shared amongst the group. Everyone seemed to enjoy them, suggesting one another to try this or that. The bartenders/ mixologists were on their A game. The drink menu is pretty extensive and from what I could see, our party choices ranged from wines to whisky's and several options between. The rooftop/patio was an extension of the comfortable but trendy decor. Great space for an evening, date or friend gathering. Dear Irving... well done. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

    I was here for an event, so didn't order entrees/mains. We did have some appetizers and finger…read morefood, which wasn't the tastiest...the best thing there were probably the lobster rolls and sliders. The drinks were very delicious, though! The bartenders were nice and made the drinks very quickly. There was one who was consistently friendly, as opposed to the blonde lady there. I'd go back again on a date night because the interior had major sexy vibes.

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    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

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    Dear Strangers is a wonderful hidden gem! We celebrated Valentine's Day there last night and while…read morethe restaurant was incredibly busy, we never felt overlooked or underserved. The owners were milling around making sure everyone was well taken care of and the wait staff were kind and personable. Now the food...AMAZING!!! Every bite we took was wonderful and so surprising with creative combinations and gorgeously presented. The restaurant itself was hip and refined and seemed to be the happening spot of the night. We will certainly be back!

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

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    Small renowned cocktail bar without a menu…read more Highlights: - Bartender led: let them know what you like and they'll make you something. Mine was uncanny as I gave him a spirit and he ended up making me one cocktail with peach and another with apricot--2 flavors I love but did not mention. - Lots of locals - #37 of best of North America list for 2026 Midlights: - He told me the name of the cocktails he made, but I didn't remember to be able to order them again. Lowlights - Can be hard to find in the dark and rain but good the door next to it has a note to guide you to the right place - I could've used some bar nuts snack to go with it

    - 1st drink: light n refreshing, fruity or floral but not too sweet, gin based, no spices; this…read morecame out to be pretty good but not anything special nor memorable - 2nd drink: smooth n creamy, could be foamy, refreshing, tequila, something that can wake you up; highlight of the night! It really is light and refreshing with egg foam on top; i like the smooth and creamy factor; it wasn't too sweet but had a slight brightening flavor - 3rd drink: dark and stormy and that was quite of an experience; i indeed felt the storm rumbling down my throat n tummy; do not order unless you're having a tumultuous day rating: 4/5 - i like the concept of not having a menu and you just tell them what you like, because it really challenges them on how well they can deliver what you're feeling; i personally think they slayed - lively vibes and nice lighting but music was a bit too loud n poppy for my preference - vibe was cool but more for friend hangouts not so much date - the service was amazing! I felt the 100% attention from the server as he listened to my order; he was also super demure and personable - the highlight of my night was when he took my order AND when he gave us the check which was his super cutesie pirate ocean drawing - id recommend come checking out if you have strong preferences for cocktails and know what you like! IG: @nom.noms.only

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    The "coconut milk was off" cocktail was soo good. All the cocktails (electric momisette and miso…read morecolada) were fun, creative, and delicious. The food (dingle pie and spice bag chips) were also really good. The spice bag chips seasoning was really good. We walked in Wednesday 8:30 PM and they had a couple of high chair seats at a side bar in the parlor room available. Really fun decorations and ambiance.

    The Dead Rabbit is a multi-story Irish pub featuring a lively traditional taproom downstairs and a…read moremore intimate parlor upstairs, each offering its own unique menu. I've visited the Parlor twice, and I strongly suggest booking a reservation weeks in advance--especially on weekdays--as walk-ins can be tough to secure. On my latest visit to celebrate a friend's birthday, we kicked things off with the Amazake Kick and Button Down cocktails. The Amazake Kick was balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, making it a fantastic starter. For food, we ordered the scotch egg, sliders, and fish and chips. The scotch egg was solid, though the sausage layer felt slightly dry this time around. The sliders were great, while the fish and chips were decent--nicely crispy, but the fish needed a bit more flavor seasoning. We tried several other drinks throughout the night, and my top three recommendations would be the Amazake Kick, Hotmail, and Lock & Key. If you're searching for a cozy spot with great drinks and light bites, this place is definitely worth adding to your list!

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    Steight

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    4.6
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    0.6 mi

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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    $$$

    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

    Fifteen years later and Apotheke is still one of my favorites!…read more You will walk past this hidden speakeasy several times before finding it. I could tell you to look for the blue beaker sign that says "Chemist" but the better tell is the random guy sitting on a stool outside. He'll be the only person on the street, so no worries about missing him! The menu has changed over the years, but the quality has not. The bartenders are social and personable. And the prices are in line for the area. My bestie and I loved the vibe. One of the best speakeasies she's had the pleasure of experiencing. Don't miss out on this place!

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    Vic's - italian - Updated August 2026

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