Best Trendy Restaurants in Washington Heights (South)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Manolo Tapas
Classic Spanish tapas and paella in a dark, wine-focused room made for celebrations.
Notable Picks
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Manolo Tapas
8.2
Manolo Tapas is a long-running Spanish restaurant where classic tapas, paellas, and big pitchers of sangria make Broadway feel like an old-world night out. It’s the move for birthdays, group celebrations, and couples who want a more traditional sit-down dinner in Washington Heights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Squid-ink paella, Patatas bravas, Chorizo al vino
What Makes it Special: Classic Spanish tapas and paella in a dark, wine-focused room made for celebrations.
8.1
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Happy Hour Hotspots
Trendy Table Hotspots
El Conde Bar & Grill runs as a Latin bar-grill where smoky BBQ pork ribs share the menu with churrasco, seafood, and strong cocktails. It’s a go-to when you want ribs in a louder, party-leaning setting rather than a quiet restaurant.
Must-Try Dishes:
BBQ Pork Ribs, Churrasco Steak, Mofongo with Shrimp
What Makes it Special: A Dominican bar-grill where smoky BBQ pork ribs sit beside cocktails.
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Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Geisha Asian Fusion is a lively Broadway spot where hibachi plates, sushi rolls, and pan-Asian comfort dishes share big, shareable portions. It’s the go-to in 10033 when groups want sizzling hibachi, cocktails, and maki in one sit-down dinner without leaving the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Create Your Own Bento Box, Hibachi Chicken, Dragon Roll
What Makes it Special: Hibachi tables, sushi rolls, and pan-Asian crowd-pleasers make it an all-in-one Japanese-leaning group dinner option.