Best Trendy Table Hotspots Restaurants in Meatpacking District
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Gusto
Cozy Italian eatery with a true local feel and high-quality dishes.
Notable Picks
#1
Gusto
8.3
Authentic Italian flavors served in a cozy, tucked-away location with an inviting and intimate atmosphere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta alla Carbonara, Margherita Pizza, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Cozy Italian eatery with a true local feel and high-quality dishes.
#2
Pastis
8.1
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.