Danny's
Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Flatiron Independent
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Danny's is a practical Flatiron-area dinner choice when easy booking matters more than a heavily defined cuisine or chef-driven format. Skip it for lunch, since it serves dinner only, and cross-shop Casa Carmen Flatiron or Trattoria Zero Otto Nove if your group needs a clearer concept before committing.
About Danny's
Danny's is a New York City dinner option. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. Treat it as an evening-only booking unless the venue directly confirms otherwise.
The dress code is smart casual.
Choose it when convenience beats a highly defined concept
Danny's is harder to evaluate as a destination meal because the information is limited. That does not rule it out; it simply means the safest reason to choose it is that the timing and New York City location fit your evening plans.
If you want to compare other named options, consider Trattoria Zero Otto Nove, Casa Carmen Flatiron, THE GALLERY by odo, Kidilum, or Le Bistroquet.
Useful for repeat visitors, less useful for planners who need detail
If you already know Danny's and like it, the repeat case is direct: book dinner Tuesday through Saturday and dress smart casual.
Use the New York City restaurants guide to compare it with more restaurant options, or check the New York City bars guide if the plan is drinks-led instead of dinner-led. Travelers building a broader night can also use the New York City hotels guide, the New York City experiences guide, and the New York City wineries guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5–10 PM
- Location
- 46 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- dannysnyc.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Danny's sits squarely on Flatiron's 22nd Street corridor and projects the composed energy of a neighborhood restaurant that competes with high-end neighbors. The block's pedestrian rhythm and the early evening transition from daytime bustle to quieter, deliberate movement make the room feel focused and attentive. Because the market here demands a high baseline, Danny's reads as confident and neighbor-minded: a place where diners arrive with expectations and the service matches a clientele that knows what it wants. The atmosphere leans toward steady, urbane dining on a busy city block.
Best For
Danny's is best experienced at dinner, when the Flatiron block fills and the restaurant sees its main service. The neighborhood context, an area that once centered on offices but now draws researched reservation-holders, makes it a solid choice for after-work or business dinners and for diners planning a deliberate evening out. Rooms tend to fill before 7pm, so evenings are purposeful and reservation-driven. The venue suits visitors who appreciate being part of a competitive dining scene and locals who return regularly rather than those seeking late-night or casual drop-in service.
Ordering Tips
Book in advance and aim for an early evening seating: rooms often fill before 7pm. When you arrive, prioritize the signature items called out by the venue (Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Rosemary Fried Chicken, and the House Burger) since those dishes are highlighted in the program. Because the restaurant operates in a reservation-focused Flatiron corridor where diners typically do their homework, expect attentive recommendations from staff and plan your visit around dinner service rather than late-night dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dim lighting, clean lines, New York chic atmosphere with background music, perfect for dates and solo dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- American wines
Signature Dishes
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
- Rosemary Fried Chicken
- House Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 46 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Also consider
Where to book if Danny's does not fit
For a nearby Flatiron alternative, try Casa Carmen Flatiron. For a more clearly defined casual format, Trattoria Zero Otto Nove is the cleaner choice because the pizzeria format tells the group what kind of meal to expect.
Restaurant context
How Danny's compares in Flatiron and nearby New York City
Danny's is the easy-booking pick in this set, mainly because it carries less destination pressure than THE GALLERY by odo or Kidilum. Choose those instead when the night needs a more deliberate dining identity; choose Danny's when location and a simpler dinner plan matter more.
Casa Carmen Flatiron is the closest practical cross-shop for a Flatiron dinner, especially for groups that want a clearer sense of place before booking. Trattoria Zero Otto Nove is easier to understand upfront because the pizzeria format sets expectations quickly.
Le Bistroquet sits in the same comparison set for diners who want another New York City alternative without reaching for a higher-stakes reservation. The recommendation is simple: Danny's for convenience, Trattoria Zero Otto Nove for pizzeria clarity, Casa Carmen Flatiron for a nearby backup, and THE GALLERY by odo or Kidilum when the booking itself is part of the occasion.
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Compare Danny's
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny's | New York City | No published awards | |
| THE GALLERY by odo | New York City | No published awards | |
| Kidilum | New York City | No published awards | |
| Casa Carmen Flatiron | New York City | No published awards | |
| Trattoria Zero Otto Nove | New York City | Pizzeria | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #5652024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #5202023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
| Le Bistroquet | New York City | No published awards |
How Danny's New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Danny's good for solo dining?
Danny's can be considered for solo dinner planning in New York City if the hours work for you. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed.
What are alternatives to Danny's?
Other named options to compare include Casa Carmen Flatiron, Le Bistroquet, Trattoria Zero Otto Nove, Kidilum, and THE GALLERY by odo.
Is lunch or dinner better at Danny's?
Dinner is the only option. Danny's is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed, and no lunch service is available.
Is Danny's good for a special occasion?
Danny's may work for a smart-casual dinner if the schedule fits, but there is no award, chef, price, or format information available to frame it as a high-certainty special-occasion choice.
What should I wear to Danny's?
The dress code for Danny's is smart casual. Plan for a neat dinner look rather than anything overly formal, unless the venue gives you different guidance directly.
