Rei Restaurant
Greenwich Village, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$150–200per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Rei Restaurant is a practical Sullivan Street dinner option when availability and downtown convenience matter more than a clearly defined cuisine or drinks identity. For wine, Parcelle Greenwich Village is the cleaner choice; for Japanese or sushi, Domodomo and Ushiwakamaru give first-timers a more certain brief.
About Rei Restaurant
Rei Restaurant is a New York City dinner option with evening hours and a smart casual dress code. Hours are 5–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed.
If you are comparing plans, consider Rei Restaurant alongside other New York City dining options such as Domodomo, Ushiwakamaru, Parcelle Greenwich Village, or Hamburger America based on the kind of evening you want and the details each venue provides. For Rei Restaurant, the planning signals are simple: New York City location, dinner hours, Tuesday closure, and smart casual attire.
Book it for an evening meal with clear hours and minimal assumptions
The decision comes down to timing. Rei Restaurant serves dinner from 5–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, and it is closed on Tuesday. That makes it a dinner plan rather than a lunch stop. If timing and dress code are the main questions, the essentials are direct: arrive during the evening window and dress smart casual.
Rei Restaurant works well as a New York City dinner candidate.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–11 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- 142 Sullivan St, New York, NY 10012
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- reirestaurants.com
- Phone
- +16463572563
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Rei reads like a discreet, below‑the‑radar fine‑dining destination tucked into SoHo’s quieter side streets. The room favors a compact, deliberate format, counters and small dining tables, and positions itself among contemporary tasting‑menu addresses. Service and sequencing take precedence over grand gestures, and the food centers on precise Japanese kaiseki and single‑dish highlights. For diners who prefer concentrated, highly focused meals in a low‑profile setting, Rei feels like a sophisticated find that rewards attention and repeat visits.
Best For
Rei is best for diners seeking a focused, tasting‑menu experience in SoHo: particularly evening meals and milestone nights. The kitchen’s kaiseki course and signature items such as Miyazaki wagyu and sea‑urchin–topped pudding make it a natural choice for special‑occasion dinners and date nights where the meal itself is the program. Because the format emphasizes counters and compact seating, it also suits small parties and solo diners who appreciate an up‑close view of service and precise plating rather than loud or casual dining.
Ordering Tips
When at Rei, lean into the tasting‑menu offerings: the Kaiseki Course and the restaurant’s signature plates are the clearest expression of the kitchen’s point of view. If counter seating is available, choose it for the most immersive experience of technique and pacing; the counters and compact dining rooms suggest that the counter frames how the meal is presented. Prioritize the named specialties, the Japanese‑Style Pudding with sea urchin and caviar and the Grilled Miyazaki Wagyu, to sample the house’s standout preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lush couches in an elegant space with thoughtful, luxurious atmosphere without pretension.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegan options
Signature Dishes
- Japanese-Style Pudding with Sea Urchin and Caviar
- Grilled Miyazaki Wagyu
- Kaiseki Course
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 142 Sullivan St, New York, NY 10012
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–11 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 5–11 PM
Location
Also consider
Where to go if Rei Restaurant is not the fit
For a drinks-led night, book Parcelle Greenwich Village instead; it gives the evening a clearer wine focus. For a more defined Japanese dinner, choose Domodomo, or pick Ushiwakamaru when sushi is the priority.
Restaurant context
How Rei Restaurant compares nearby
Choose Rei Restaurant when the priority is an easier downtown dinner slot and Sullivan Street is convenient. Choose Parcelle Greenwich Village instead when drinks drive the night: its wine-bar positioning gives the plan more shape, especially for a first stop or a two-person evening built around glasses and small plates.
Domodomo is the better fit for diners who want a clearer Japanese category from the start, while Ushiwakamaru is the cleaner sushi-specific comparison. Rei Restaurant is less defined, which can be useful for a flexible group but weaker for anyone choosing by cuisine.
Hamburger America is the casual-value alternative: easier to understand, lower-commitment in feel, and better when the group wants a quick, familiar meal rather than a full dinner booking. Rei is the better pick only when the evening calls for a seated downtown restaurant format.
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Compare Rei Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rei Restaurant | New York City | No published awards | |
| Parcelle Greenwich Village | New York City | No published awards | |
| Domodomo | New York City | Japanese | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5692024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #7232023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| Ushiwakamaru | New York City | Sushi | No published awards |
| Hamburger America | New York City | Hamburgers | 2026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #182026 World's 101 Best Burgers · #882025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America |
| Hamburger America | Manhattan | Hamburgers | 2026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #182026 World's 101 Best Burgers · #882025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Rei Restaurant?
Dinner is the relevant option. Rei Restaurant is open 5–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed, so plan around the evening window in New York City.
How far ahead should I book Rei Restaurant?
Rei Restaurant is open 5–11 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed, so use those hours as the starting point and confirm availability directly with the restaurant.
Does Rei Restaurant handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Rei Restaurant in advance with any dietary restrictions or allergy concerns, especially if accommodation is essential to your visit.
