World-class cocktails & Italian bites in a sophisticated West Village setting. Perfect for dates, friends, or a classic Negroni.
Bryan Kim reviews Dante West Village, a West Village spot that excels in cocktails, especially Negronis. It's a popular local scene perfect for dates or drinks with friends, but be sure to book ahead and order food.
Dante West Village is a popular Italian restaurant and cocktail bar in NYC, known for its sophisticated ambiance and extensive drink menu, particularly its Negroni. It's a great spot for dates or drinks with friends, offering a blend of classic European cafe vibes with a modern New York edge. While the cocktail program is the star, the food menu includes well-regarded dishes like burrata and wood-fired chicken, making it a well-rounded dining experience.
Dante West Village is celebrated for its extensive cocktail list, with the Negroni being a signature favorite. While cocktails are a major draw, the food receives positive mentions, including recommended dishes like burrata with preserved tomatoes and wood-fired chicken. However, some found the burger to be solid but messy, and a few noted the lack of fries as a drawback. One review specifically praised the 'criminally underrated' chicken Caesar salad.
"Dante West Village is highly recommended for its cocktails, particularly the Negroni, Espresso Martini, and Dante Manhattan. For food, the burrata with preserved tomatoes and the wood-fired chicken are suggested, and the chicken Caesar salad is noted as underrated."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Dante West Village, frequently praising its exceptional cocktails, vibrant atmosphere, and suitability for dates. Some reviews suggest it can be pricey and advise booking in advance.
Important Note
The West Village location is described by one user as 'stuffy' compared to the Macdougal Street location. While cocktails are praised, some find the overall menu expensive. Outdoor seating is noted as uncomfortable in cold weather.
"Dante is listed as an example of a restaurant that generally stays busy year-round in NYC."
Positive"Dante was recommended for its happy hour specials on food and drinks, fitting the criteria for a nice dinner near the Comedy Cellar."
Positive"This user, who passes Dante West Village daily, observed people eating outside in various weather but believes the extreme cold makes it unenjoyable. They noted that food gets cold quickly, staff limit outdoor time, and diners will freeze."
Negative"This user recommended Dante as a quiet restaurant option near NoHo."
Neutral"This user humorously commented on the potential experience of dining outdoors in the cold."
Neutral"This user requested someone to test the outdoor seating at Dante West Village and report back."
Neutral"Having experienced Dante West Village's outdoor seating in single-digit temperatures, the user strongly advises against it, stating that the heat lamps are ineffective in such conditions."
Negative"This user agreed that Dante West Village's outdoor seating is not a viable option in extreme cold, expressing surprise that it's offered."
Negative"The user stated that Dante West Village does not have comfortable outdoor seating for cold weather."
Negative"The author found Dante to be an expensive but adored cocktail bar with a great vibe. While they didn't like their chosen espresso negroni, they appreciated its aesthetic. The Dante Manhattan was delightful, and they would return for the ambiance."
Positive"The original poster heard that Dante has really good espresso martinis."
Positive"Dante in the West Village was mentioned as a possible restaurant choice."
Neutral"Dante was recommended for its cocktails."
Positive"This user recommended Dante for happy hour."
Positive"This user also recommended Dante."
Positive"Dante West Village is included in a list of toddler-friendly establishments in Lower Manhattan, known for good food and drinks, and equipped with high chairs."
Positive"This comment recommends checking out "dantes martini hour"."
Positive"The user listed Dante, Dead Rabbit, and SoHo House as places with good espresso martinis."
Positive"The user recommended Dante or Hotel Delmano for an espresso martini."
Positive"The user suggested Dante is a great choice if you want a very good espresso martini along with very tasty food."
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