Food was straight up amazing. You can tell they actually care about quality. Great spot to eat, relax, and enjoy some seriously good food. Ridwan and agnes good excellent serviced

The establishment was clean, cozy and not loud, save for a few rude guests behind us who were taking a business call during dinner... Our server was polite, and came by often to refill waters and ask how we were doing. The food: Salt and Pepper Squid - 3/5 - Tender and crispy the shrimp could have been great, but I felt like it was under salted and could have even used additional spices like white pepper or some of that pink peppercorn in such a dish. Tangy Glazed Shrimp - 4/5 - nicely sweet and sour, this Shrimp came in a good portion and had a nice bite to it too. It came on a bed of these jelly noodles, which seemed unnecessary, and were too slippery and too tender, slipping out of our chopsticks or breaking. It did carry the orange flavored sauce decently well though. Black truffle steak cubes - 5/5 - Great dish, you can taste the black truffle and onion sauce, the steak was tender enough for me, although could have been a bit more tenderized somehow. It came with mushrooms and snap peas that were great in breaking up the flavor and texture. Crispy fried chicken - 5/5 - another great dish, the skin was flavorful and crispy, and the meat tender. Not much more to say other than the chef did a great job with the prep and plating, no bones in the meat and pre sliced akin to Peking Duck. Sesame ice cream - 5/5 - simple tasty refreshing. If you like sesame you'll love this. Fried milk custard - 5/5 - served with some sticky condensed milk, this blew my mind. Crispy on the outside but with the texture of flan or custard inside. I don't know how they did it but the condensed milk added the perfect sweetness I will think about this dessert for a long time to come.

Came here with a friend for lunch and had a wonderful experience. The restaurant has a cozy, homely vibe (at least to me)—clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We sat by the window, which gave us a great spot to enjoy both the food and some quiet, natural light. We ordered the double-cooked pork belly, which was rich, savory, and had just the right touch of heat—paired beautifully with nutty purple rice. The cucumber salad with garlic gravy was one of those deceptively simple dishes where less truly means more: crisp, refreshing, and appetite-opening. We also tried the jellyfish salad. It was light, delicately seasoned, with that perfect chewy texture that makes it such a satisfying cold dish. The service was incredibly friendly and courteous. We were even treated to lychee ice cream on the house, which was a lovely surprise! I ordered the tea-smoked duck fried rice to go, and the waiter thoughtfully came back to confirm whether I wanted the regular portion or the lunch special (which I did)! A small gesture that showed real attention to detail! I truly appreciate this level of care and hospitality. Great food and great service! I’ll definitely be back!

I noticed a $14 lunch special that was too good to ignore. A main dish, white rice, two mini egg rolls and a side of pickled cucumbers—what a fantastic deal for NYC. That sign is what pulled me into Twilight Lounge, a newly opened Sichuan and Cantonese restaurant in the East Village that’s already showing serious promise. For the lunch special, I ordered the Kung Pao Chicken, which came with white or purple rice, egg rolls and pickled cucumbers. The chicken was tender with just the right amount of wok-seared edges, tossed in a glossy sauce that struck a nice balance between sweet, savory, and just a hint of spice. Crunchy peanuts gave it texture as well as the egg rolls w plum sauce and the cool, vinegary cucumbers on the side refreshed the palate between bites. For $14 in Manhattan? A steal. I came with family and we ordered a few dishes off the regular menu to share. The Spicy Cumin Lamb was a standout. Sliced thin and stir-fried with whole dried chilies and cumin seeds, the dish had a smoky, earthy depth that lingered in a good way. It packed some heat, but it was the kind that builds slowly—warming, not overwhelming. The real surprise for me was the dry-style Sichuan Beef Noodle. I usually expect something heavier or soup-based, but this version came tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce that clung beautifully to the chewy noodles. The marinated beef slices were flavorful and tender, and the overall dish felt comforting yet bold. It’s the kind of meal you could crave on a rainy day—or after a long one. The Twilight Fried Rice also deserves mention. Unlike typical fried rice dishes, this version arrived with a crispy bottom layer—almost like a socarrat from paella—adding a delightful crunch to each spoonful. It was savory, aromatic, and loaded with bits of egg, scallions, and diced vegetables. It's a clever and satisfying twist on a classic that I didn’t expect to love as much as I did. We also tried dishes like the beef pancake roll, which was like a scallion pancake rolled around savory beef slices, the wife and husband sliced beef in chili oil, spicy shrimp, and the spicy fried fish filet, both of which leaned on the hotter side, so be warned if you’re spicy –sensitive (or tell them to adjust the spice level). I found the lotus root stir-fry refreshing and light, with its mix of squash, wood ear mushrooms and lotus root slices. And a special shoutout to Jonathan, who took care of our table with warmth, efficiency, and always with a smile. Twilight Lounge an East Village gem that brings the heat, flavor, and hospitality. Definitely one to watch.

So happy this place opened up. We love Sichuan-style dishes but don’t always feel like waiting for a table to open up at some of the bigger places up at St. Marks. Great food, we got the crispy sichuan chicken, cumin lamb and the green beans. Authentic, great flavor with a good spice level. They serve beer/ wine too. Love the vibes, I plan to visit again with friends and family. The owner JC was friendly too.

This was one of the best Chinese food spots I have been to in a long time! Everything was so good. The beef pancake (perfectly juicy meat and the outside was crispy) and duck fried rice were especially memorable to me. Highly, highly recommend this place to anyone!

jeremy saltos

came in with a friend since he recommended it, went after 2 more times because it was good,chill spot. I stood a bit late after closing time and they celebrated the bouncers birthday. pretty cool

Heidi Liou

Jamie took me here after we went to Urban Illusions. Drinks were good, it was packed on a Friday around 10:30pm, and a bit loud.

Mathieu Porcher

Best bar in New York!!! The atmosphere was great! A mix of ages, races, and colors. Everything I like. Delicious mezcal, a super-friendly mixologist, and a charming bartender. And an impeccable, high-quality selection. A real discovery.

Hunter Carrico

Goodnight Sonny is one of my favorite neighborhood spots — all thanks to the incredible service of its staff. I recently had a great experience with Lacey, who kindly and swiftly handled my tables orders like a pro.

Riley R

Honestly love this bar so much, always so welcoming and staff is so fun + great drinks. Lacy is litcherally so amazing she always brings up the vibe. TRY THE FRENCH ONION SOUP ITS SO GOOD.

Mia Huynh

Located in East Village, this bar offers bites as well as a variety of seafood. My friend was craving oysters, so we had to check out their HH! The interior of the restaurant is spacious, there's lots of outdoor seating, and they have nice and elaborate decor. The staff here is so easy to talk to and fun! We got their oysters and they were given with a cocktail sauce and vinegar. My friend LOVED them. They were fresh and they also had oysters from different places/variety. Would recommend if you wanted a drink or to check out their raw bar!

Mariah Nelson

The food and drinks here are genuinely delicious. The service was quick and efficient I love the late night vibe of this place definitely will be back.

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Brandon LaRouche

We stopped by on a Wednesday evening before heading to dinner, to grab some cocktails. They were busy, but not packed so we were able to get a table and sit for around an hour. We ordered one round of cocktails. I had the pretty in pink, which was sweet. Pretty good, sugary taste, not too alcohol forward which is what my wife was looking for (we shared). Quite pricey but seems to be expected in Manhattan. The bar had a really nice vibe, not too loud, but lively. Nice lighting and clean.

Carol Garcia

Stumbled upon this little bar on a busy Saturday night, found two seats, grabbed a dunk and had a nice vibe with nice air through September winds. Great time! Was a typically loud atmosphere but the bartender read my lips for my two drinks and delivered!

April Platts

The Happy Hour Oyster special: 12/$18 was fantastic! The oysters were well shucked, cold, fresh and came with a classic mignonette and a cocktail sauce with a little twist to it. The shrimp cocktail were big, beautifully cooked, tasty shrimp- not over cooked, just right. The whipped codfish brandade dip with pumpernickel toast was awesome! It was creamy, smooth, and not salty. The clams casino were seasoned well and delicious! I wanted to order more of everything. The clams in sauce were also delicious but not as good as the other items we ordered (to me). My absolute favorite thing was the bread pudding with brown butter pecans and that sauce with a hint of orange- wow!! I rarely think dessert at restaurants is worth going back for, but that bread pudding will be drawing me back sooner than later. It’s not often my husband and I love the same dessert… this bread pudding was right up there with Grace Street’s Basque Cheesecake. Bravo Chef, Bravo! The waitstaff were very friendly and attentive. The vibe was great, the tables/seating were comfortable and spaced out. The music was excellent but maybe a tad loud. Like others have noted, the acoustics aren’t great when the place gets packed, especially with the music up a tad too high. Overall, a great place to catch up with friends and grab a tasty bite. Don’t forget to take advantage of their Happy Hour! Looking forward to going back again soon.

Kristina Bolt

This place for happy hour is a steal! We ordered 3 dozen oysters and it was finally satisfying. Never do I feel I get enough oysters but this was plenty. Very nice atmosphere and service was good.

Alison Jones

Eats: Had the fish sandwich (asked to hold the bread). Fish was grilled and succulent. Cocktails: Sorry Ms Jackson (for me) and Grand Slam (for Hubby). All top notch. Atmosphere is noisy (didn't bother me, just stating), hip hop beats playing in background. Needed to show ID. Would absolutely come back.

Noah Szubski

Awesome spot for tasty cocktails and ridiculously delicious and fresh seafood. Oysters are top notch, smoked fish dip is a must and the lobster roll is on another level. Fun, casual vibes with good music playing.

Kristen H

favorite restaurant in the city. i’ve brought so many friends and family here just because i love it that much. their happy hour is the best in the city. i usually get the oysters, clams and a dirty martini. you can’t beat the price. i’ve had everything on their menu and anything you get on there is great. my boyfriend usually gets one of the sandwiches because they’re so filling. their cocktails are some of my favorites in the city too. agave blues and the repping time cocktails are two of my favs. they have the NICEST staff, hands down. if you’re in the east village please do yourself a favor and go here.

Jenn L

First time visiting and was all around impressed. The outdoor seating was nicely done so not to feel as if sitting too close to the streets. Maine oysters were recommended & did no disappoint. Had a decent lobster roll too. Sparkling wine to pair was dry and perfect for the summer day.

syed j.

I was there for the first time for Christmas, had some beers and appetizers. Andy and eguardo were working; both very nice and welcoming. The Borquenores Tartine was absolutely perfect 😍 I came a second time and ordered the steak tartar. Amazing again

Came here for a late lunch and left with a pretty hefty bill. The place was clean and was pretty modern—service was decent as well. We ordered suan cai yu, which they used flounder as the fish. The fish was a bit flakey and didn’t taste amazing but the broth was good. It wasn’t too oily like some other places so that was a plus. We also had the crab roe tofu which was pretty good as my partner reallly liked it. And had the seasonal vegetable stir fry which was simple but delicious. For the price we paid after tax + tip I expected higher quality food but overall I’m not super mad about it because the portion sizes are good.

My completely unfounded hypothesis for how Twilight Lounge came to be is that the founders wanted to open an authentic Canto spot but after market researching (AKA talking to the locals), they learned that New Yorkers are crazy for Szechuan food, so they decided to tack that on--because Chinese people are nothing if not people pleasers. And thus this Cantonese-Szechuan menu was born. The above is based on an untrue story. Now on to the food. - Wood Ear Mushroom Salad: Refreshing and perfectly spicy - Lotus Root Stir-fry Medley: Because we all need fiber. Get this classic stir-fry to make your bathroom trips more fun. - Crab Roe Silken Tofu: Soft and tasty, better than I expected. - Wong Fei Hung Prawns: If you look at this name and the Jet Li theme song doesn't automatically play in your head, you're not Cantonese enough to appreciate this dish. But it's okay; this dish is so good, it would win over a vegan. It was easily the star of the show, everyone's favorite. The prawns were plump and juicy, and the peppercorns were crunchy and satisfying--all coming together in the perfect marriage of mouth-singing flavor. We picked this clean like buzzards circling a dead rodent. - Sichuan Braised Fish: Our first taste of their Szechuan offerings, and the verdict is....pass! This was spicy, umami and complex, loaded with mouth-tender fish and veggies, and as comforting and filling as similar offerings at Szechuan restaurants. - Tea Smoked Duck Fried Rice: Not much duck, smoke or tea flavor. Not much duck either. I'd skip this unless you really want to blow money on fried rice. Service was friendly and attentive, and decor was modern chic. Twilight Lounge has stiff competition from the borough, but it surprisingly holds its own--esp. if you're in this neck of the woods and craving umami.

Rafiat Kasumu

I went here with the team after work and really enjoyed my time here. I particularly liked the Block Island Style Crab Dip. This came with a side of lemon and crackers. It was super light, savory, and filling. This restaurant had good, fast service. I only wish they had more seating options for bigger groups. I group of ~10 had to combine a few tables for seating and even that was a little too cozy. Something to keep in mind if you have a bigger group.

Nicolò

Go here for the vibe. Drinks are good but pricey, a little cheaper during happy hour where they go for $12, but you can only get a margarita or daiquiri. A dozen oysters is $18 during happy hour. Service was a little slow and not particularly nice and attentive.

Overall, the dining experience was quite pleasant. We arrived close to closing time, yet the staff were still warm and welcoming, showing no signs of impatience—something that truly deserves recognition. From ordering to food service, the process was smooth and efficient, with dishes arriving promptly, which is a definite plus for diners who are short on time. As for the food, portion sizes were on the smaller side, so those with a bigger appetite may want to order a few extra dishes. The flavors were generally solid and reliable—nothing particularly outstanding, but also nothing disappointing. The Suancai Fish was well-executed, with a good balance of sourness and saltiness, making it a safe and steady choice. The standout dish, however, was the Salted Egg Yolk Tofu, which was excellent and easily the highlight of the meal. Overall, strong service and efficiency are the key strengths here. If you’re looking for a place for a quick and hassle-free meal, this restaurant is certainly worth considering.

Having tried a lot of Sichuanese restaurants in NYC, I kind of have a bar and this place failed to meet it. It’s a place for a more Americanized palate. The food lacked flavor and punch and was not served hot enough. The three pepper chicken was tough (didn’t want to even bring back any leftovers), the fried rice with mustard green shoots was good, the Fish Fillet w/ Silken Tofu Pudding was okay as it lacked flavor, the lotus root stir-fry medley was disappointing with big chunks of celery and cucumber and no flavor. They brought out the rice last, meanwhile what are you supposed to eat the rest of the food with? My biggest problem was with the atmosphere. The air conditioning was so strong that the food got cold in minutes add then was not enjoyable. You don’t need to blast the A/C and serve cold food - instead adjust it to pleasantly comfortable. Went to celebrate a birthday but was let down. Won’t go back.

Kaitlyn Kline

A good bar with generous amounts of seating, and full open-air windows on a nice night. If you’re seated, you order with your waiter instead of at the bar, which definitely slowed down service and seemed a bit exhausting to the staff too. Would have loved to been able to order at the bar and then sat, especially during the rush of a Friday night. Could have used 2-3 more NA options on the menu, but at least there was 2 NA beers available in cans and 1 no-groni cocktail.

Bengüsu ARSLAN

Very bad serving. So tiny place which is okay but servers need to be more careful. Cocktails are not good. Only good one was blue east oysters.