Limani at Rockefeller Plaza brings a breath of Mediterranean air to Midtown in a way that feels both transportive and thoroughly New York. This sleek Greek seafood restaurant manages to create a seaside atmosphere despite being surrounded by skyscrapers, with its airy, white-washed space centered around a serene reflective pool that immediately lowers your blood pressure upon entering.

The star of the show here is undoubtedly the fish, displayed on ice for your selection and priced by weight. The preparation is refreshingly simple – grilled whole with olive oil, lemon, and herbs – letting the exceptional quality of the seafood speak for itself. The Mediterranean bass and royal dorado are particularly outstanding, with that perfect crispy skin and moist, flaky flesh that’s the hallmark of expert fish cookery.

While the seafood commands attention, don’t overlook the traditional Greek appetizers. Their grilled octopus achieves that elusive tender-yet-charred perfection, and the selection of spreads with warm pita makes for ideal sharing. The service strikes that perfect balance of attentiveness without hovering, with staff who genuinely know their fish.

Yes, it’s pricey, but Limani delivers a dining experience that feels special without being stuffy – the kind of place where you can close a business deal or celebrate an anniversary with equal ease. It’s Mykonos energy with Manhattan polish.