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Gemma

Equal parts trendy/inviting/intimate/warm. Perfect for everything from brunches to midnight dinners to blind dates to late afternoon work lunches. Truly a downtown staple anytime, any day. Vibes and trendiness wise, it’s like an Italian version of the Mercer Kitchen but replace Mercer Kitchen’s sleek design with quintessential Italian oversized leather booths, old black and white photos on the walls and candle wax dripping from old wine bottles lining the ceiling. Located at the base of the famous Bowery Hotel; excellent atmosphere with picture-perfect outdoor seating. Celebrities abound. Pro Tip: Gemma’s “back room” is a city-wide favorite for private parties, birthday gatherings, or really any event where you would have big gold balloons.