Best Restaurants in East Village

4 editorial picks in East Village.

1. 1.Cagen

   $$$$ · Sushi, Michelin-Starred Restaurants

   Toshio Tomita's intimate kaiseki + sushi counter, one Michelin star, a hidden East Village gem.

   4.8
2. 2.Kura

   $$$ · Sushi

   An eight-seat omakase counter with one of the best value tasting menus in the city.

   4.6
3. 3.Cafe Mogador

   $$ · Brunch

   Moroccan brunch that has anchored St. Marks Place since 1983. The tagine eggs are the move.

   4.6
4. 4.The Smith

   $$ · Brunch

   The always-reliable NYC brasserie — bottomless mimosas without the cringe, giant salads, and a room that hums.

   4.4