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Island, New York, NY

Island

4.7
4.7
1166 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
20:00
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
Welcome to Island. We have proudly been the neighborhood favorite in Carnegie Hill since we opened our doors in 1986. We take pride to offer the freshest seafood (think Jumbo Lump Crabcakes, Lobster Roll, Maple Glazed Salmon or Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl to name a few), a great variety of fresh salads, a burger that people die for and much more. We have a bar where you can dine or simply enjoy a cocktail or a glass of of wine (our entire wine list is served by the glass). Our warm and thoughtful service is hard to find in New York and is what continues to keep our customers coming back. We hope that you will come give Island a try and become one of our new regulars!

Please note that we cannot take reservations for specific tables or specific sections though we will do our best to accommodate a request.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 1,166 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Island is a beloved neighborhood gem, praised for its "wonderful food," "professional and friendly" service, and charming atmosphere. Guests love its diverse menu, efficient staff, and warm, welcoming vibe. While some experiences vary, many diners return for its consistent quality, making it a "go-to" spot for locals.

1,166 Reviews
  1. Laura VIP

    New York City37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely adore this restaurant. Wonderful food, great service, and luscious cocktails!!

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  2. Parmelia VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food, wonderful service, but super squashed together tables and REALLY loud. Remove at least 3 tables, so there’s more elbow room!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Theodora VIP

    Los Angeles56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the restaurant and the food is great! Wait service fine and enjoyed my lunch.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food delightful service! We will be back soon!
    IslandResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed both the food and service. We can't wait to welcome you back soon.

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  5. Robert VIP

    New York City118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed an especially delightful brunch-thx to all the staff at Island-especially John and Remata who served us! Delicious food, great energy and service as always!!
    IslandResponded 3 days ago
    We're so happy to hear you had a delightful brunch, Robert! Thanks for your feedback.

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  6. joanna VIP

    New York City35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Would go back. So nice they take res for brunch!!
    IslandResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Joanna! Thank you so much for the review. Yes, we do, and we’re looking forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  7. Sudha

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing, everyone was so kind and helpful
    IslandResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Sudha! We're thrilled to hear that our team provided you with an amazing experience. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again in the future.

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  8. Alicia VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food well-prepared and tasty. All enjoyed food and experience.
    IslandResponded on 5 March 2025
    Hi Alicia! Thank you for the positive review. We're glad you enjoyed your time at Island and hope to see you again soon.

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  9. Inna

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was great. Thank you!
    IslandResponded on 26 February 2025
    Thank you very much for your review, Inna! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit, and we hope to see you again soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Robert VIP

    New York City118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thx again to all at Island allowing us to enjoy a wonderful dining experience! 👏👍
    IslandResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hi Robert! Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your experience at Island and appreciate you taking the time to tell us how great your time with us was. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

Island does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Island also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 996-1200.

Island is rated 4.7 stars by 1166 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
20:00
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Island

1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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