Best Girls Night Out Approved American Restaurants in Little Italy
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Au Cheval
A cult burger destination that stays dependable even with huge demand.
Notable Picks
#1
Au Cheval
8.7
A burger-and-cocktails room with late-night energy and a menu that rewards ordering with restraint: one signature burger, one side, and a drink that keeps the pace moving. The draw is consistency at scale—show up hungry, commit to the classics, and don’t overcomplicate it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single cheeseburger, Bacon add-on, Garlic aioli fries
What makes it special: A cult burger destination that stays dependable even with huge demand.
8.5
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Trendy Table Hotspots
Date Night Magic
Opened in 2024 by Catch Hospitality Group, The Corner Store riffs on classic American diner comforts with wagyu French dips, disco steak frites, and playful desserts in a Rockwell-designed room. A months-long waitlist, heavy media coverage, and strong early reviews mark it as one of SoHo’s buzziest new American spots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu French Dip with McOli Sauce, Disco Steak Frites with Peppercorn Aioli, Samoa Cookie Sundae
What makes it special: High-energy, design-forward American spot turning diner classics into spectacle dishes.
Worthy Picks
A dim, loungey French wine bar built for date-night pacing—settle in, snack, and let the staff steer you through bottles and by-the-glass picks. The food works best as wine-friendly support: one hot, cheesy shareable plus one or two small plates, then stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
French onion soup grilled cheese, Grilled meats (seasonal), Basque-style cake
What makes it special: A candlelit Parisian-style wine bar where the bottle is the main event.