5 Romantic Restaurants in West Village, New York NY for a Date
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in West Village, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in West Village, New York that Google tags as romantic. It is for couples planning a date, an anniversary or a quiet dinner for two. The list was chosen from businesses with that tag and ranked from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry notes hours, price range, the features each place lists and what its reviewers mention, so you can match the setting to the occasion.
#1
Le Petit Village
★ 4.7 (800 Google reviews)French restaurant$50–100 per person
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Le Petit Village is a French restaurant at 173 7th Ave S, open for dinner on weekdays and from 11 am on weekends, until 1 am on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention anniversary celebrations, lovely music, good cocktails, steak and red velvet cake, and an upstairs private room used for group dinners. Brunch also draws praise. Google lists outdoor seating, a strong wine list, desserts and happy-hour drinks.
Best for: Anniversary dinner or brunch
- Address
- 173 7th Ave S, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4 pm–1 am; Mon 5–11 pm; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 11 am–11 pm; Thu 5 pm–12 am; Tue 5–11 pm; Wed 5–11 pm
#2
Canto West Village
★ 4.6 (1,988 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$30–90 per person
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Canto West Village is an Italian restaurant at 117 Perry St, opening in the afternoon on weekdays and from 11 am on weekends, until midnight later in the week. Reviewers mention a beautifully decorated room with very limited seating, so booking helps, plus bruschetta, a good wine list and a frozen espresso martini topped with chocolate. Google lists small plates, late-night food, vegetarian options and happy-hour drinks.
Best for: Cocktails and small plates
- Address
- 117 Perry St, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–12 am; Mon 4–11 pm; Sat 11 am–12 am; Sun 11 am–11 pm; Thu 3 pm–12 am; Tue 4–11 pm; Wed 4–11 pm
#3
Palma
★ 4.6 (1,247 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$50–100 per person
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Palma is an Italian restaurant at 28 Cornelia St serving lunch and dinner Tuesday to Sunday and closed on Mondays. Reviewers mention a garden terrace at the back and a greenhouse room that stays lively yet easy to talk in, with crispy artichokes, meatballs, focaccia and gnocchi among the dishes named. Google lists a private dining room, vegan and vegetarian options and a strong wine list, and it identifies as women-owned.
Best for: Garden terrace date
- Address
- 28 Cornelia St, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10:30 pm; Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm; Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10:30 pm; Tue 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm; Wed 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5–10 pm
#4
The Mary Lane
★ 4.6 (477 Google reviews)American restaurant$50–100 per person
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The Mary Lane is an American restaurant at 99 Bank St, open for dinner Tuesday to Friday and from 10 am on weekends, and closed Mondays. Reviewers mention seasonal, light, farm-to-table dishes such as burrata with beets and arancini, a brunch mimosa set, charming outdoor seating where dogs are allowed, and a prix fixe menu on Valentine's Day. Google lists cocktails, desserts and a private dining room.
Best for: Relaxed seasonal dinner
- Address
- 99 Bank St, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 4–10 pm; Tue 4–10 pm; Wed 4–10 pm
#5
Buvette
★ 4.4 (4,434 Google reviews)French restaurant$20–60 per person
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Buvette is a small French cafe at 42 Grove St, open daily from 8 am to midnight. Reviewers describe a cozy, vintage room with tiny tables and pastries on display, and name the sourdough with eggs, smoked salmon, croque madame and chocolate mousse. They also note small servings, a short menu and a packed room at busy times. Google lists outdoor seating, coffee, cocktails, wine and late-night food, and it identifies as women-owned.
Best for: Breakfast or late-night date
- Address
- 42 Grove St, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in West Village, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Romantic”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at Palma: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, Buvette opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Le Petit Village ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 800 reviews. Canto West Village is second at 4.6 from 1,988 reviews.
Which restaurants in West Village, New York NY are open late?
Le Petit Village stays open until 1 am; Canto West Village stays open until 12 am; Buvette stays open until 12 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Le Petit Village $50–100; Canto West Village $30–90; Palma $50–100; The Mary Lane $50–100; Buvette $20–60.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Le Petit Village, Canto West Village, The Mary Lane and Buvette.
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