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  "slug": "opto",
  "name": "OPTO",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/opto",
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  "cuisine": "Mediterranean",
  "neighborhood": "Chelsea",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/chelsea",
  "spaceTypes": [
    "Private Room"
  ],
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  "description": "OPTO's intimate private room transforms your group gathering into a Mediterranean feast that feels like dining at a sophisticated friend's home in the heart of Chelsea. The restaurant's modern take on coastal classics—think perfectly charred octopus and house-made pasta with sea urchin—creates those magical shared-plate moments where conversation flows as freely as the natural wine. With its warm lighting and stellar 4.6-star reputation, this tucked-away gem on West 20th Street delivers the kind of memorable evening where every guest leaves planning their return visit.",
  "priceRange": "$$$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 100,
    "max": null,
    "currency": "USD"
  },
  "rating": 4.6,
  "reviewCount": 214,
  "address": "35 W 20th St, New York, NY 10011, USA",
  "phone": "(212) 463-7890",
  "website": "https://optonyc.com/",
  "email": null,
  "coordinates": {
    "lat": 40.7407162,
    "lng": -73.9928978
  },
  "hours": [
    "Monday: 5:00 to 10:00 PM",
    "Tuesday: 5:00 to 10:00 PM",
    "Wednesday: 5:00 to 10:00 PM",
    "Thursday: 5:00 to 11:00 PM",
    "Friday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Saturday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Sunday: 5:00 to 10:00 PM"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": null,
    "servesBrunch": null,
    "servesLunch": true,
    "servesDinner": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": true
  },
  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
  "googlePlaceId": "ChIJYdcGe0xZwokRz-YnbxxJ3sU",
  "photos": [
    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/opto-1.jpg",
    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/opto-2.jpg",
    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/opto-3.jpg",
    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/opto-4.jpg",
    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/opto-5.jpg"
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  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups book the upstairs private room or full buyouts for business dinners, company events and birthdays, often ordering family style.",
    "notes": [
      "There is an upstairs private room, used by one reviewer for a business dinner of 20 guests.",
      "A company event and a separate large group private dining experience were curated by the chef and owner.",
      "The menu is a la carte, but groups report ordering widely and sharing family style; one party of 8 did so with dietary needs accommodated.",
      "Reviewers mention generous portions well suited to sharing, and staff bringing serving spoons for shared dishes."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Private room handled a 20 person business dinner well",
      "Chef and owner personally curate large group events",
      "Generous shareable portions and broad menu coverage",
      "Staff accommodate dietary needs and birthday desserts"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Main dining room can feel dark and cramped when packed",
      "Mixed food reports from some group visits: pasta texture, overcooked octopus",
      "A la carte pricing with $14 sides adds up for groups"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "business dinner",
      "company event",
      "private dining",
      "birthday dinner",
      "friends dinner"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 28,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}