Best Restaurants for Groups in Upper East Side

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1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 68 times today

The Palm Court’s Afternoon Tea truly shines with custom tableware and china, a fragrant tea list steeped in history, and of course, a bit of precocious Eloise too. Guests are invited to nibble on our in-house Pastry Chef’s unique culinary offerings like delicate finger sandwiches, buttery scones and elegant desserts, which are all made from scratch with local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.Hours: Breakfast* | 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Confirmed breakfast reservations at The Palm Courtare reserved for hotel guests at this time.Afternoon Tea | 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.Evening Prix Fixe | 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Evening prix fixe menu ends at 10:30 p.m.*Based on hotel occupancy. Hotel guests will be priority.For parties larger than 6 guests, please send an inquiry email to PalmCourt.PLZ@Fairmont.com

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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29445)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 430 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

3. Raf's

4.6

Exceptional(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• Café • NoHo

Booked 6 times today

This homage to Little Italy, from the same team behind Michelin-starred The Musket Room, has everything you could want, from outstanding pastries courtesy of Camari Mick and incredible entrees from Mary Attea.

4. Bartley Dunnes

4.4

Awesome(108)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 34 times today

**Please note that we are strictly over 21's***To reserve a table in Fernando's Hideaway, please select our Experience's option*Bartley Dunne’s is a new cocktail bar in the heart of New York City offering Music, Art, Cocktails & Food to its customers. With its sleek bordello-style interior design, signature cocktails crafted by celebrated mixologist Conor Myers and funky house & disco beats, Bartley Dunne’s is a unique and unforgettable experience. While reservations are recommended, we also welcome walk-in guests. If you're in the neighborhood, feel free to drop by, and we'll do our best to accommodate you. Our Food & Drink menus are symphony of flavors, carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Step into a world where every bite and sip is an adventure where tradition meets innovation and where your dining experience is nothing short of extraordinary.We look forward to welcoming you in soon!

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5. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(18071)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 263 times today

Tony's has served up some of the best old NY Italian favorites. Our cooking comes from Southern Neapolitan traditions and served up in huge family style platters that serve 2 to 3 people.

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6. Nami Nori West Village

4.8

Exceptional(45)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Greenwich Village

Booked 96 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.

7. ilili

4.7

Exceptional(7986)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Gramercy Park

Booked 95 times today

Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.

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8. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(8419)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 183 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Join us for Happy Hour at our Bar!Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

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9. Sarabeth's Central Park South

4.2

Awesome(4119)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 28 times today

Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

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10. Beauty & Essex- New York

4.6

Exceptional(9898)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lower East Side

Booked 81 times today

Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the restaurant’s entrance, a well-curated modern-day pawn shop replete with a saxophone, boombox, quirky artifacts, vintage treasures, and an eclectic array of “one-off” pieces of jewelry. Continuing past the pawnshop, guests encounter a grand, circular staircase wrapped around a two-story custom chandelier, but only the adventurous will discover all that Beauty & Essex has to offer. With four distinct dining rooms (one private), two bars, a lounge, and a women’s bathroom complete with a salon including a luxurious sofa, and antique perfume bottles. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course. Chef Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.

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Kate
Yorkshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Beautiful setting. Our server Paris was so fantastic and professional. The food is out of this world and portions are huge!
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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Sharonvip
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Love the “tea” luncheon experience. It’s very expensive but lovely. Food is always good but again, seems incredibly expensive for what you are served. Service was excellent and we loved our waiter “elvis”
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The Palm Court at The Plaza HotelPrice: Very Expensive• American• Midtown East
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4.4
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Pamela
Winnipeg / Manitoba •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was fabulous. We had Scampi, salad and the mushroom ravioli which was to die for! It is very noisy there however. My only other comment would be that the family style service gives you a lot of food for 2. We did finish everything because it was so delicious but just barely.
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Tony's Di Napoli - MidtownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Theater District
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4.7
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Renee
Charlotte •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful experience and food. Highly recommend!!!
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Bartley DunnesPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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4.4
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jeremy
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Oct 2024
Raf's is such a gem! The food, service and ambience are the best of the best! I always love eating here!
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Raf'sPrice: Very Expensive• Café• NoHo
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4.6

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114 restaurants available nearby

1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

3. Raf's

4. Bartley Dunnes

5. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

6. Nami Nori West Village

7. ilili

8. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

9. Sarabeth's Central Park South

10. Beauty & Essex- New York

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