Best Date Night Steakhouse Restaurants in Garment District (10018)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Keens Steakhouse
A historic chophouse anchored by the iconic mutton chop and prime steaks.
Notable Picks
8.9
A historic Garment District chophouse that still hits like a modern benchmark: deeply charred steaks, a signature mutton chop, and a room built for lingering. The best date move is classic and restrained—one big cut to share, two sides, and a martini pace that matches the wood-and-pipe club glow.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mutton Chop, Porterhouse for Two, Lobster Bisque
What makes it special: A historic chophouse anchored by the iconic mutton chop and prime steaks.
8.4
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
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A date-night Korean BBQ room with serious short-rib credibility: beautifully marbled galbi, clean banchan cadence, and a modern, low-noise layout that keeps conversation easy. It shines when you let the staff guide the grill flow and finish with one rice dish to soak up the last of the smoke-kissed drippings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Haeundae-cut marinated short ribs, Busan neighborhood pancake, Galbi bibimbap
What makes it special: Heritage Busan-style short ribs served in a polished, reservation-friendly K-BBQ setting.
8.3
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
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A modern kosher steakhouse built for occasion dinners: dry-aged Wagyu-leaning steaks, sharp plating, and a sleek room that reads celebratory without going loud. The best experience is a share-table progression—one starter, one steak, one composed sushi item—then a dessert finish that feels like a planned finale.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dry-Aged Wagyu Ribeye, Beef Carpaccio, Sushi Selection
What makes it special: An upscale kosher steakhouse pairing dry-aged beef with sushi-level precision.
A townhouse-style steakhouse date with old-New-York warmth: dark woods, a fireplace feel, and a menu that rewards sticking to the hits. It’s strongest when you treat it like a classic night out—oysters first, one steak to share, and sides that keep the table moving at an unhurried pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Porterhouse for Two, Filet Mignon, Oysters Rockefeller
What makes it special: Townhouse steakhouse ambiance with a classic, unfussy steak playbook.
8.0
A French-leaning bistro that keeps the mission tight: steak, fries, and a wine-first rhythm that suits Hell’s Kitchen nights. The best move is to treat it like a dependable bistro dinner—one strong steak plate, a classic starter, and a glass (or two) that matches the room’s buzz.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Frites (hanger steak), French Onion Soup, Escargots
What makes it special: A steak-and-fries bistro that prioritizes simplicity, speed, and wine-friendly comfort.