Best Fine Dining Restaurants in West Village (10014)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
JeJu Noodle Bar
Michelin‑starred Korean noodle‑bar fusing tradition and high‑end technique
Essential Picks
9.0
Refined Korean‑style noodles and inventive small plates in a stylish West Village space — a Michelin‑starred reimagining of Korean comfort food. The toro ssam bap and handmade ramyun attract a loyal following for their bold technique and flavor. Perfect for a date night or special dinner out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro Ssam Bap, Gochu Ramyun, JeJu Fried Chicken
What makes it special: Michelin‑starred Korean noodle‑bar fusing tradition and high‑end technique
Notable Picks
8.7
A focused omakase-only sushi counter from chef Daisuke Nakazawa, serving a precise progression of nigiri in an intimate West Village townhouse. Expect high-end product, meticulous technique, and a quietly formal experience built around the chef’s seasonal selections rather than à la carte choice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Twenty-Piece Nigiri Omakase, Toro Nigiri, Tamago Egg Custard
What makes it special: Serious omakase from a Jiro alum in an intimate counter-only setting.
#3
Perry St
8.4
Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Hudson-front outpost pairs a minimalist glass box dining room with refined New American plates touched by French and Asian flavors. Floor-to-ceiling windows, composed sauces, and polished service make it a reliable choice for upscale occasions without the formality of Midtown flagships.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke Tagine with Mint Couscous, Beef Tenderloin with Yuzu, Butter-Poached Lobster in Lemongrass Broth
What makes it special: Riverfront Jean-Georges cooking in a calm, glass-walled room overlooking the Hudson.
#4
Joomak
8.2
Inside Maison Hudson, chef Jiho Kim’s 27-seat tasting menu restaurant leans on pastry precision and Korean-inflected New American dishes. The experience feels tailored and luxurious, with an eight-course progression that highlights detailed plating, caviar, and seafood alongside playful, dessert-like touches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Amuse-Bouche Trio of NYC-Inspired Bites, Norwegian King Crab Koshihikari Rice, Banana Bread Pudding Dessert
What makes it special: An intimate, pastry-driven tasting menu that blends Korean flavors with modern New American polish.
#5
Wallsé
8.1
Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner’s long-running Austrian restaurant offers precise Viennese classics and thoughtful contemporary dishes in a white-tablecloth West Village dining room. It’s less scene-driven than many neighbors, attracting diners who care more about schnitzel, goulash, and serious wine than buzzy crowds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wiener Schnitzel with Potato and Cucumber Salad, Short Rib Goulash with Spätzle, Foie Gras Terrine with Brioche
What makes it special: A quietly elegant West Village standard-bearer for refined Austrian cooking and serious wine.