What is the best Lunch restaurant in West Village?

L'Artusi is our top pick for Lunch restaurants in West Village, scoring 8.9/10. Refined, craveable Italian cooking with serious pastas in a perpetually buzzing room.

Any insider tips for L'Artusi?

Bar seats open up between early and late turns and can be easier to snag than tables.

What should I order at L'Artusi?

Garganelli, roasted chicken, olive oil cake

When should I visit L'Artusi?

Early evening or late slots to dodge peak crowds

Who should go to L'Artusi?

Pasta obsessives and date-night diners chasing West Village energy

Any insider tips for The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse?

Arrive a bit early to use the lounge-like common areas for pre-meeting conversation.

What should I order at The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse?

Grilled Wagyu, rotisserie chicken, live-fire vegetables

When should I visit The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse?

Weekday lunch or early afternoon for maximum calm

Who should go to The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse?

High-stakes meetings or VIP client entertaining

Any insider tips for Market Table?

Check Sunday’s burger-and-beer special for a more casual, value-forward visit.

What should I order at Market Table?

Brooklyn burrata, seared cauliflower, roast chicken or halibut

When should I visit Market Table?

Golden-hour or weekend brunch for light-filled village views

Who should go to Market Table?

Seasonal American fans who value ingredient-driven cooking

Any insider tips for Pastis?

Terrace and banquette tables feel more private than center-of-room seating for work talk.

What should I order at Pastis?

Steak frites, moules, a bistro salad or omelette

When should I visit Pastis?

Early or late lunch to avoid peak crush and noise

Who should go to Pastis?

Clients who enjoy buzzy rooms and French comfort

Any insider tips for Barbuto?

Ask for a table near the open windows in warmer months for better acoustics and views.

What should I order at Barbuto?

JW chicken, kale salad, a seasonal pasta

When should I visit Barbuto?

Sunny weekday lunches when the doors are open

Who should go to Barbuto?

Creative teams and returning clients who like chef-driven spots

Any insider tips for Tacombi ?

Head to the back counter for faster ordering when the front line stacks up.

What should I order at Tacombi ?

Crispy fish tacos, al pastor, corn esquites

When should I visit Tacombi ?

Weeknights after 9pm or weekends before midnight

Who should go to Tacombi ?

Groups or friends wanting casual, budget-friendly tacos

Best Business Lunch Restaurants in West Village (10014)

6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: July 2026

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Our Top Pick

L'Artusi

Refined, craveable Italian cooking with serious pastas in a perpetually buzzing room.

Notable Picks

#1 L'Artusi

8.9

$$$ West Village

Vibes: Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Girls Night Out Approved Luxury Dining Elite

L'Artusi is a West Village Italian standby where polished pastas, crudo, and a deep wine list make it a reliable setting for serious lunch meetings. Midday service is focused but warm, with enough buzz to feel alive while still allowing for real conversation.

Must-Try Dishes: Garganelli with mushroom ragu, Roasted chicken, Olive oil cake

What Makes it Special: Refined, craveable Italian cooking with serious pastas in a perpetually buzzing room.

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#2 The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse

8.4

$$$$ Meatpacking District

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Business Lunch Power Players Date Night Magic Instagram Worthy Wonders

Hidden inside RH Guesthouse, this live-fire dining room leans into Wagyu, rotisserie meats, and meticulously plated salads in a hushed, design-forward space. It’s a true splurge setting for C-suite or milestone lunches where environment and service matter as much as the food.

Must-Try Dishes: Wood-grilled Wagyu steak, Rotisserie chicken, Charcoal-grilled branzino

What Makes it Special: A design-obsessed, live-fire dining room where high-touch service and showpiece proteins justify a serious spend.

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#3 Market Table

8.3

$$ Hudson Square

Vibes: Date Night Magic Group Dining Gatherings Outdoor Dining Oasis Healthy Haven

Market Table brings chef-driven, farm-to-table cooking to a glassy corner of Carmine and Bedford that works well for executive lunches. Seasonal plates, a focused wine list, and a mix of two-tops and larger tables make it flexible for both one-on-ones and small teams.

Must-Try Dishes: Roasted chicken with seasonal vegetables, Seared cauliflower with market spices, Brooklyn burrata with seasonal accompaniments

What Makes it Special: A true West Village farm-to-table fixture with seasonal menus tied directly to local market bounty.

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#4 Pastis

8.1

$$$ Meatpacking District

Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Group Dining Gatherings Trendy Table Hotspots Outdoor Dining Oasis

Pastis is a revived Meatpacking French brasserie where steak frites, shellfish, and bistro classics play out in a lively, see-and-be-seen room. It’s better for relationship-nurturing lunches than tight agenda sessions, especially with clients who appreciate a little theater.

Must-Try Dishes: Steak frites, Moules frites, French onion soup

What Makes it Special: An iconic Paris-style brasserie where classic bistro dishes share the stage with a high-energy dining room.

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#5 Barbuto

8.1

$$$ West Village

Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Comfort Food Classics Outdoor Dining Oasis Group Dining Gatherings

Barbuto’s West Village waterfront space delivers Jonathan Waxman’s famous roast chicken and Italian-leaning plates in a bright, indoor-outdoor room. Lunch feels relaxed but important, ideal for teams or clients who appreciate chef-name recognition without stiff formality.

Must-Try Dishes: JW roasted chicken with salsa verde, Kale salad, Gnocchi alla romana

What Makes it Special: A California-Italian fixture where the signature chicken, big salads, and airy room make lunch feel celebratory but still focused.

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#6 Tacombi

8.1

$ West Village

Vibes: Late Night Legends Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Trendy Table Hotspots

Tacombi’s Bleecker Street outpost turns out Mexico City–style tacos, corn esquites, and aguas frescas in a bright, garage-like space that hums late into the evening. It’s a go-to for quick, affordable tacos and margaritas before or after a West Village night out.

Must-Try Dishes: Crispy fish tacos, Al pastor tacos, Corn esquites

What Makes it Special: A beachy-feeling taqueria where late-hour tacos and margaritas stay affordable.

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