
Market Table
West Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
The Read
Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Market Table when you want an easy West Village meal that feels planned but not overbuilt. It is strongest for dates, small celebrations, and low-friction dinners; cross-shop Jack's Wife Freda for a more casual all-day feel, Emilys West Village for a clearer American-cuisine brief, or Temperance Wine Bar when wine is the main event.
About Market Table
Market Table is a New York City restaurant with practical planning details: it is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and open Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
A New York City choice for direct planning
Approach Market Table as a practical New York City booking rather than a trophy reservation. That is not a knock. When the goal is a meal with clear timing and minimal guesswork, set hours and a smart-casual dress code are useful starting points.
Who should book it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Market Table if the group is comfortable planning around the hours and smart-casual dress code. If you are comparing other options, Jack's Wife Freda, Emilys West Village, Marc Murphy, Quique Crudo, and Temperance Wine Bar are other names to consider depending on the kind of meal or outing you are planning.
For broader planning, use the New York City restaurants guide, then pair the night with the New York City bars guide if drinks are part of the plan. Visitors building a fuller trip 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: 11 AM–10 PM
- Location
- 54 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- markettablenyc.com
- Phone
- +1 212 255 2100
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Market Table presents as a quietly classic West Village neighborhood restaurant rooted in repeat local business rather than internet buzz. The room reads as a community anchor: unforced, mid-register American cooking that follows market-driven, seasonal logic. The experience leans warm and familiar, rewarding regulars who come for reliably sourced produce and well-executed plates. It isn’t trying to be a destination tasting menu or a fast-casual spot: instead it sits in the steadier middle ground, where attentive service and a steady seasonal menu make for a comfortable, unpretentious meal.
Best For
This is a strong pick for date nights and small special occasions when you want a neighborhood setting with thoughtful, seasonal food rather than theatrical fine dining. Brunch is also a clear fit, given the venue’s existing positioning. The kitchen’s market-driven approach means menus evolve with the week’s produce, so evenings are best for those seeking a composed progression of courses; brunches favor those who appreciate a local, reliably executed meal without the fuss of prix fixe demands.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s seasonality: ask your server what’s freshest that week and build a meal around those recommendations. Share a couple of starters and order the signature Half Roasted Chicken as a main for a comforting, crowd-pleasing centerpiece; the Beet Salad is a smart lighter option or first course. Because the menu shifts with market availability, trust server guidance for daily highlights and consider arriving with a flexible mindset rather than locking on one dish in advance.
Venue details
Ambiance
Airy dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick walls, and warm lighting creating a cozy, unpretentious neighborhood atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Half Roasted Chicken
- Beet Salad
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 54 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–10 PM
Location
Also consider
Where to go if Market Table is not the fit
Try Emilys West Village if the group wants American Cuisine in the neighborhood with a clearer category signal. Pick Temperance Wine Bar if the night should center on wine rather than a full dinner rhythm.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Market Table is the low-friction West Village pick in this set: easier to position for a date or small celebration than a louder casual meal, but less defined by cuisine than Emilys West Village, which is the cleaner choice when the group specifically wants American Cuisine. If the night needs a recognizable casual brand and broad appeal, Jack's Wife Freda is the safer social choice.
For ambiance, the split is practical. Choose Market Table when conversation and a planned-but-not-formal dinner matter. Choose Temperance Wine Bar when the wine list and bar mood are the point of the evening. Marc Murphy and Quique Crudo are better cross-shops only if their specific format fits the night; Market Table is the simpler West Village answer when the priority is a comfortable meal.
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Compare Market Table
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Table | New York City | No published awards | |
| Jack's Wife Freda | New York City | No published awards | |
| Emilys West Village | New York City | American Cuisine | No published awards |
| Temperance Wine Bar | New York City | No published awards | |
| Marc Murphy | New York City | No published awards | |
| Quique Crudo | New York City | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 New York Magazine The 43 Best Restaurants in New York |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Market Table?
Market Table is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM; it is closed Monday.
What are alternatives to Market Table in New York City?
Jack's Wife Freda, Emilys West Village, Marc Murphy, Quique Crudo, and Temperance Wine Bar are reasonable names to compare while planning New York City dining.
What should I order at Market Table?
Review the current menu with the restaurant and ask the staff for guidance when you visit.

















