For this guide to our favorite (and some of the best Instagram worthy restaurants) in NYC, we focused on places with great aesthetics and vibes. Scrolling through, you'll find restaurants that are beautifully designed alongside restaurants serving dishes you'll love looking at.
All of the spaces featured in this guide are available on the inKind app, where you can earn 20% back when you pay for your meal using the app.
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American Cut in Tribeca offers a traditional steakhouse experience, paying homage to the historical culinary past of New York City. Helmed by LDV Hospitality in partnership with Chef Marc Forgione, American Cut describes their dining experience as "captur[ing] the nostalgic glamour of yesteryear" while also adapting this ambiance to "today's modern social life."
Serving a menu full of classic steakhouse food like seafood towers, oysters, and expertly prepared chef cuts of meat, American Cut provides a luxurious and refined steakhouse experience. Equally as impressive as their menu is the intimate and upscale dining room it's served in. American Cut cultivates an atmosphere of nostalgia for the quintessential steakhouse dinners of decades past with their hanging chandeliers, plush leather booths, and pops of gold layered over rich red brick.
Our Recommendation
To get an authentic steakhouse experience you have to plan your dinner around a great cut of meat. Order the Chef's Cut Pastrami Ribeye and pair it with a delicious side and smoked cocktail from their drink menu.

Death & Co
Step into the enchanting world of Death & Co, where every sip and every bite is an experience to remember. Death & Co offers an intimate and sophisticated ambiance, perfect for a romantic date night.
Immerse yourself in the art of mixology as you explore an exquisite array of handcrafted cocktails, each meticulously crafted to perfection. From timeless classics to innovative creations, the cocktail menu at Death & Co is a testament to creativity and craftsmanship. Complementing the libations is a curated selection of small plates and shareable bites, each designed to tantalize the palate and ignite the senses. Whether you're unwinding at the bar or nestled in a cozy corner, Death & Co sets the stage for an unforgettable evening of romance and indulgence.

maman
This charming cafรฉ and bakery, Maman brings a touch of French rusticity to your everyday routine. Known for their cozy, bright ambiance and delectable treats, Maman serves up freshly brewed coffee, seasonal artisanal pastries, and hearty quiches, all crafted with a personal touch.
With their intricate yet inviting decor and a menu that emphasizes comfort and quality, Maman offers a delightful escape and a taste of Parisian charm. Perfect for a casual coffee date or quick pick me up, Maman finds the romance in sharing a moment with others.

City Winery
City Winery is a staple high-end restaurant in NYC and across the country. City Winery has multiple locations each offering unique, innovative, and award-winning selections of wine paired with a delicious menu. Their location on the Hudson River is an intimate venue offering a full bar, great wine, live music, comedy, and wine events regularly throughout the year. This spot is sure to delight both wine lovers and NYC diners looking for an elevated and fun night out.
Cha Cha Matcha
Every one of Cha Cha Matcha's locations is bursting with an Instagramable aesthetic. There's little doubt that Cha Cha Matcha isn't aware of this. Cha Cha Matcha leans heavily into the Instagrammable aesthetic: with bright bubble-gum pink exteriors and a bright and eclectic interior, Cha Cha Matcha gives you plenty of chances to take the perfect picture.
You'll fall in love with this Instagram worthy restaurant and their gorgeous Matcha drinks, each made with ceremonial-grade matcha. Whether you're sipping on a latte or one of their signature seasonal specials, you'll have plenty of bright and creative drinks to choose from.
Cha Cha Matcha has locations in New York and Los Angeles, all currently available with inKind Pass.
Isla & Co.
Isla & Co is a beautiful restaurant, part of the Parched Hospitality Group of restaurantsโthe same folks behind popular restaurants Hole in The Wall, The Sentry, and Daintree. Serving a delicious brunch and dinner menu, Isla & Co highlights the "culture of Australian hospitality" to create a dining experience that feels both elevated and approachable.
Stop in for a Saturday morning brunch surrounded by beautiful red brick and an inviting dining space complete with a great outdoor patio. You'll get plenty of natural light to make all of your pictures glow, plus gorgeous cocktails and perfectly crafted lattes.

Pebble Bar
Located on floors 2 - 4 of a townhouse at Rockefeller Center, Pebble Bar is an elevated space for intimate cocktails with friends, family, and coworkers. You'll love them for their walk-in cocktail bar on the 2nd floor, or their delicious small bites (like a classic shrimp cocktail or lobster roll) housed on the 3rd floor.
Pebble Bar's historic location combined with great city views makes this a great spot to snap the perfect Instagram photo. If the views and atmosphere don't impress you, you'll surely be wowed by their bright and energetic cocktail listโall picture-perfect.
Our Cocktail Recommendation
The Wallflower: Doble Diamante Tequila, St. Germain, Bianco Vermouth, Verjus & Grapefruit Bitters. Sometimes you just want to take in a space: marvel at its history and sense of place. A spot like Pebble Bar invites you to let your inner wallflower out a bit while you soak up the quintessential NYC ambiance surrounding you.






