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Best Bars & Restaurants in Greenwich Village (The Village)

Literary history, jazz clubs, NYU energy, and Washington Square Park's iconic arch.

  • Literary
  • Artistic
  • Student-Friendly
  • Historic
  • Cultural

  1. Number 1The Pizza Box NYRestaurants & DiningRated 5.0 out of 5
  2. Number 2Hey YogurtCoffee & CasualRated 5.0 out of 5
  3. Number 3Yayo'sRestaurants & DiningRated 5.0 out of 5

More top places in Greenwich Village

Restaurants, bars and cafes, ranked by rating and how many reviews back it, after the three above.

  • Rank 4
    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Gelato is not just a simple food, but it must know how to give you emotions, it must make you feel like when you were a child, you enjoyed it in a hot afternoon. We choose only the best ingredients, completely natural, to make our customers enjoy a unique flavour, to enjoy the moment with carefree and disconnect from the chaotic everyday life for an instant.

  • Rank 5
    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Shoo Loong Kan Hotpot has always persisted in its business principle of "flavors from the soul, quality with integrity" and dedicated itself to providing customers with hot pot soup bases with genuine flavors, fresh and healthy ingredients and a diverse and innovative array of products.

  • Rank 6

    Bars & Nightlife

    Sorso'

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$$

    A SIP, A TASTE, A GULP!!!

  • Rank 7

    Restaurants & Dining

    musubin’

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    musubin’ is a well-known japanese restaurant in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

  • Rank 8

    Restaurants & Dining

    Mido Omakase - West Village

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$$$

    An intimate sushi counter steeped in downtown charm and seasonal elegance.

  • Rank 9
    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    We are a casual eatery where comfort meets culinary creativity, offering a diverse menu that satisfies all appetites.

  • Rank 10

    Restaurants & Dining

    Kazumi Omakase

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Kazumi NYC Providing exclusive Omakase menu

  • Rank 11
    4.9 out of 5

    Taiwanese brown sugar boba chain known for hand-crafted tapioca pearls made fresh in a traditional iron pot. Multiple NYC locations.

  • Rank 12

    Coffee & Casual

    Monte Cafe & Bakery

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Sister-run artisanal cafe and bakery in SoHo serving fresh pastries, breads, organic coffee, and standout hot chocolate. Cozy neighborhood spot on West Houston Street.

What to do in Greenwich Village

Every category, narrowed to this neighborhood.

What makes Greenwich Village one of the best neighborhoods in NYC

NYU students, jazz legends, and $19 cocktails sharing the same sidewalk

Greenwich Village is the neighborhood that invented bohemian New York and refuses to let you forget it. Bob Dylan played here. The Stonewall uprising started here. The comedy clubs still launch careers here. Yes, NYU took over half of it and the rents are obscene, but walk down any block south of Washington Square and the ghosts of every counterculture movement in American history are still hanging around.

Greenwich Village is where Beat poets argued in coffee shops and folk singers launched careers in basement clubs. Today, NYU students flood the streets, jazz still plays in historic venues, and Washington Square Park remains the neighborhood's living room. Bleecker Street offers endless dining options. MacDougal Street has comedy clubs and bars. The Village maintains its artistic soul while embracing modern dining—Michelin-starred restaurants sit next to 50-year-old pizza joints. It's crowded, expensive, and absolutely worth it.

Best for

A night that starts at a jazz club, detours through a comedy show, and ends arguing about poetry at a bar that Kerouac probably drank at

Insider tip

Skip Bleecker St tourist traps. MacDougal has the comedy. The side streets have the soul.

Greenwich Village is known for

  • Washington Square Park
  • Jazz clubs
  • NYU campus
  • Comedy clubs
  • Cafe culture

Local lingo: “The Village isn't one vibe. It's all of them. At once. That's the whole point.”

Frequently asked questions about Greenwich Village

What are the best restaurants in Greenwich Village?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top restaurants in Greenwich Village on Moodap are The Pizza Box NY (Pizza, 5.0 stars), Yayo's (American, 5.0 stars) and Shoo Loong Kan Hot Pot Manhattan 小龙坎火锅 (Chinese, 4.9 stars).
What are the best bars in Greenwich Village?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top bars in Greenwich Village on Moodap are Sorso' (Wine bar, 4.9 stars), Members Only West Village (Lounge, 5.0 stars) and 124 Old Rabbit Club (Beer bar, 4.7 stars).
What are the best cafes in Greenwich Village?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in Greenwich Village on Moodap are Hey Yogurt (Frozen Desserts, 5.0 stars), Figo il Gelato Italiano (Frozen Desserts, 4.9 stars) and Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe - Greenwich Village (Brunch, 4.9 stars).
Where can I eat or drink cheap in Greenwich Village?
112 places in Greenwich Village are marked budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked are The Pizza Box NY (Pizza, 5.0 stars), Hey Yogurt (Frozen Desserts, 5.0 stars) and Yayo's (American, 5.0 stars).
What kind of food is Greenwich Village known for?
Of the 199 restaurants Moodap lists in Greenwich Village, the most common kinds are Japanese (27), American (23), Italian (22) and Mexican (14).
How many places does Moodap list in Greenwich Village?
199 restaurants, 43 bars and 79 cafes, each with its own page. The best-ranked are at the top of this page.
What neighborhoods are near Greenwich Village?
West Village, East Village, SoHo and NoHo are next door. Each has its own guide on Moodap, linked on this page.
How does Moodap rank places in Greenwich Village?
By star rating, weighted by how many reviews back it: a place with hundreds of strong reviews ranks above a perfect score from a handful. Places with few or no reviews come after well-reviewed ones. Not sure which fits your plans? Find Your Vibe™ picks one for your mood in about 25 seconds.

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