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Nightly's

4.3 133 reviews 03:00 AM - 11:45 PM 1496 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10075, United States

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Located at 1496 2nd Ave, Nightly's has quickly captured the hearts of food enthusiasts in New York City. This American restaurant boasts a lively atmosphere that complements a menu designed for those who appreciate both classic and inventive cuisine.

Starting with the appetizers, diners rave about the Butterfly Prawns, expertly grilled and served with a zesty lemon butter dipping sauce, as well as the Tartare Tango—a fusion of tuna and salmon that’s both aesthetically pleasing and delectable. The Roasted Octopus pairs beautifully with its signature Romesco sauce, showcasing culinary finesse that is noteworthy.

As for sides, the crispy Roasted Brussels and indulgent Truffle Mac & Cheese are commendable, elevating any main dish. The highlight for many patrons is arguably the dessert: the Creme Brulee Cheesecake, a delightful ending that’s worth every penny at $15.00.

Reviews reflect a love for Nightly's vibrant environment, though some mention it can be crowded. Still, the creative cocktails and exceptional burgers make it a must-visit. Ultimately, Nightly's stands out for its dedication to quality and taste, making it a promising addition to the local dining scene.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Nightly's before visiting.

Reviews for Nightly's

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133 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 133 reviews

Nightly's has garnered a reputation as a lively and popular American restaurant in New York, praised for its well-crafted food and inventive drinks, particularly standout cocktails and appetizers like ribs and fries. The atmosphere is described as vibrant and intimate, making it suitable for both casual gatherings and date nights. Service receives consistent commendation for being friendly and attentive. However, the restaurant's busy nature often results in limited personal space, and some customers find the pricing slightly high relative to portion size. Additionally, practicality for families with young children is noted as a potential challenge due to tight seating arrangements. Overall, Nightly's is viewed as a welcome and stylish addition to the city's dining scene.

Neha Luthra
Jul 19, 2025

HOW TO GET IN: I was able to walk in around 6 pm and still got a table. I think this is a cute cool new spot! Loved how lively it was inside and they’re accommodating. I think the food is good especially the rib appetizer but I think it’s too expensive for what it is

Jack Tuggle
Jun 28, 2025

Made a reservation. Which is probably needed cus this place is busy. And rightfully so - this may be one of my new favorite restaurants hands down First the drinks - perfect martini. They had a unique version of a dirty which I thought was exciting and the taste was perfect. I ended up having 2 We had the steak and the burger. I’m on a quest to find the best burgers in nyc and this ranks close to the top. Everything was so tasty I saved my last bite for this - the steak was good but honestly it’s steak and used the same seasoning as the burger Will go back For the drinks and burger alone. But my partner wanted to try the twice baked potato. Which was another win. So strange how it looked but tasted perfect as well. I just wanna go back and try other things but fear I’ll just do a burger The fries held their own too !

Debra Epstein
Jun 15, 2025

I stopped in today for brunch, it was packed. If you have kids it’s not stroller friendly, so if you’re bringing one make sure it’s a small compact one. We had the cacio e pepe eggs and stuffed French toast with a whipped berry compote. Portions were good for sharing. My 2.5 year old doesn’t eat eggs at home but he did here so that was a huge win! I guess I need to prep them like they do. I loved the challah French toast, the whipped berry compote was very tasty. It gave me French bistro vibes. Just didn’t find staff the warm and friendly but I’m coming for the food.

Virginia Reiff
Jun 08, 2025

New Best French Fries Alert! Everything is So Good… but ooh man THE FRIES … perfect! Great neighborhood spot for an intimate date or to meet a friend or several! Servers are all Minnesota Nice, drinks are tended by a seasoned professional, food is top notch - a welcome downtown cool addition to the Uppers! (Also the sweatshirt sitting at the bar was a sign I should get one but it was sold out by the time I went to get one!)

Matthew Lee
Jun 06, 2025

Sometimes, the crowd is wrong, but definitely not in this case. This place always seems to be packed and that's because the food is excellent and well prepared, while the drinks are creatively mixed and better than expected. Our server was really great as well. If there's one thing that you can find significant fault with is that there isn't a lot of personal space as it's tightly packed to fit as many people as possible. Overall, I completely understand why it's always packed and it's certainly a great addition to the neighborhood.

Katie Blum Dempsey
Jun 02, 2025

This has become our favorite neighbor spot! The food is amazing along with the staff. We love the ambience as well. It’s very downtown vibes uptown. The burger is not to be missed along with the octopus. The steak was also amazing and the chicken. Oh and don’t miss the carrots!

Katrina Good
Apr 10, 2025

Such a cozy and stylish neighborhood spot with great comfort food and amazing wine list! The staff is very warm and welcoming. Definitely worth a visit!

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Quick info

Address
1496 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10075, United States
Price range
$50–100
Category
American restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 03:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Tuesday 03:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Wednesday 03:00 PM - 12:45 AM
  • Thursday 03:00 PM - 12:45 AM
  • Friday 03:00 PM - 12:45 AM
  • Saturday 10:30 AM - 02:45 PM 04:00 PM - 12:45 AM
  • Sunday 10:30 AM - 02:45 PM 04:00 PM - 11:45 PM

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