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1. Sandro's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(975)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 29 times today
Sandro's, a cherished family-run establishment, offers an authentic Roman dining experience. Chef Sandro Fioriti crafts timeless Roman dishes, while his wife Anna and son Sandro Jr. oversee the restaurant's day to day operations. Eschewing flashy decor and modern tunes, Sandro's ambiance transports guests to Italy, with its traditional cuisine and exclusively Italian wine selection, constantly evolving to delight wine enthusiasts.WHEN BOOKING PLEASE NOTE THE SEATING OPTION YOU ARE BOOKING FOR. BAR is for seats at the BAR, and DINING ROOM is for tables in the restaurant. We will do our best to accommodate any seating requests but cannot guarantee accommodation. As a busy establishment with limited space, we kindly ask that large strollers may be turned away to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all our guests.If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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2. David Burke Tavern
4.4
Awesome(923)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Upper East Side
Booked 17 times today
David Burke Tavern is a modern American restaurant by award-winning Celebrity Chef David Burke. Situated on the first two stories of a stately townhouse on New York City’s Upper East Side, the restaurant showcases Burke’s creative and contemporary approach to classic fare – often with showstopping presentations. Signature dishes highlight seafood, steakhouse staples and beyond, including Lobster Dumplings with spicy tomato, Crab Cake Pretzel Raft, Tavern Cheeseburger, and Burke’s famous “Clothesline” Maple & Black Pepper Candied Bacon, plus a full SUSHI MENU. David Burke Tavern offers dinner, bar and lounge menus, as well as multiple private dining spaces including the intimate Himalayan Salt Room lined with pink sea salt bricks. Private dining spaces can accommodate anywhere from 10-100 guests, with options to reserve floors and the full restaurant.
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3. Majorelle at The Lowell
4.9
Exceptional(1024)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 22 times today
Intimate bar and beautiful lounge lead to unique restaurant with an open garden.The subtly lit French oak paneled bar greets you with booth banquettes and tables amenable to serve Jacques’ Bar Menu, all day.The Club Room: its coffered ceilings and fireplace creates familiarity in the comfort of a warm elegant home.Both the lounge and the bar menus offer spontaneously prepared French delicacies, savory and sweet with distinct Mediterranean and Moroccan influence.“Majorelle” restaurant: its vaulted ceiling, marble columns, and trellised garden with up-lighted fountains set the stage for fine French Cuisine and Service in an atmosphere of harmony and luxury for all the senses.
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4. Shun Lee Palace
3.9
Excellent(1692)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Midtown East
Booked 7 times today
May 1, 1995 The New York Times , "The Joys and Tribulations of Upscale Chinese, Two StarsJune 17, 1998 The New York Times "The Vanishing Haut Cusine by Ruth Reichl, Two StarsJan 26, 2011 The New York Times "Is Recreated Dinner" Nixon to China by Florence FabricantJune 13 2001 New York Post "Meanwhile, back at the Palace" by Steve Cuozzo, Two Stars2013 Forbes Magazine's Restaurant Guide. The Excellence of Shun Lee Palace. Three Stars 2007 AOL. "New York City Best Chinese Restaurant"2012 LocalEasts. "New York City Best Chinese Restaurant"silky service" and "absolutely the best above Canal Street" decorated by Adam Tihany.
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5. Ethos
4.7
Exceptional(227)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Midtown East
Booked 1 time today
This 1st Avenue gem, located blocks away from the United Nations Headquarters, is one of Manhattan’s famous and long-established Greek restaurants. Our patrons may enjoy authentic Mediterranean seafood cuisine with traditional ambiance in Midtown East. Join us for dinner in our exquisite and warm Greek hospitality.
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6. Blooms Tavern
4.1
Excellent(96)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Blooms Tavern. We look forward to seeing you soon. Best Wishes Noel DonovanManaging Partner
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7. Harlem Tavern
4.1
Excellent(253)
Price: Moderate
• American • Harlem
Booked 1 time today
New York City's Harlem Tavern is a neighborhood bar, restaurant, & beer garden situated on the corner of 116th St. Just blocks from the area's treasured Morningside and Central Parks, Harlem Tavern is an inviting American bistro-cuisine establishment. Not only does the savory menu offer exciting items like Crispy BBQ wings and Cedar Planked Salmon and a fun Kids Menu, but the extensive craft beer and wine lists have something for everyone. Whether you're looking to plan a corporate event, birthday party, reception, game watch, or get-together, Harlem Tavern has community tables, booths, and a bar area adorned with nostalgic design and 21st century amenities to suit your needs. The massive outdoor beer garden and patio lined with beautifully restored brick is the ideal setting to host any of your events, parties, and dining experiences. Our staff is ready to accommodate your group of up to 400.
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8. The Alderman
4.3
Awesome(83)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 46 times today
Nestled right in the heart of Times Square, The Alderman, A modern American Tavern, promises an unforgettable dining experience that transcends mere sustenance—a symphony of flavors, a dance of textures, and a celebration of New York’s rich culinary heritage.
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9. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie
4.5
Awesome(2529)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Midtown East
Booked 54 times today
Rated a Top 5 Newcomer by Zagat, Pera brings an authentic taste of eastern Mediterranean cuisine to Manhattan.Pera derives its name from an elegant neighborhood in Istanbul that has served as the melting pot for many cultures and cuisines since the 17th century. Pera features numerous mezes, specially prepared and marinated cuts of grilled meats and seafood, traditional and modern Mediterranean side dishes and regional breads baked a la minute.Large group accommodations, private dining, special events, catering and delivery services are available. Please email events@peranyc.com.
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10. Isabelle’s Osteria
4.6
Exceptional(698)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gramercy Park
Booked 33 times today
Isabelle's Osteria is a New Restaurant in NYC offering Italian/Mediterranean Fare.

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  • Jeffvip
    New York City •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We were in Greece (Athens and the Islands) a month ago, and went to Ethos to satisfy our fond memories. We were not disappointed. Everything is fresh, well-prepared and delicious. Great service. Seafood is top-notch. Great Lemon Potatoes. Small but good Greek wine list.
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    EthosPrice: Expensive• Greek• Midtown East
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    4.7
  • shannon
    West Palm Beach •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Best Chinese food in NYC and wonderful service. A bit pricey, but along with the tab you get that great ambience—low lighting, artifacts on the wall. My favorite dish, the baby eggplant, was perfection served with brown rice. The cold sesame noodles were killer. My fellow diners raved about the fried rice. Orange beef was hot and generously sized but had a bit of an off taste. Almost $300 for the three of us, but $90 of that was wine. Yeah, we’re boozers.
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    Shun Lee PalacePrice: Expensive• Chinese• Midtown East
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    3.9
  • Robin
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We very much enjoyed our dinner at Sandro’s. The food was extremely delicious and the service was courteous and efficient. The restaurant is small and the noise level increased as the restaurant got busier, but everyone seemed happy to be there and having a convivial time. All in all, it was a treat and we look forward to returning.
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    Sandro's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.8
  • Barbaravip
    New York City •96 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Excellent prix-fixe lunch. Also great steak frites. Great service and quiet enough for easy conversation.
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    David Burke TavernPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Upper East Side
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    4.4
  • Michael
    New York City •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 13 Nov 2024
    Great service! Very accommodating and helpful. Food was great and the restaurant and lounge are beautiful. Great night.
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    Majorelle at The LowellPrice: Very Expensive• French• Upper East Side
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    4.9

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