Island

4.6

1118 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Island

4.6

$31 to $50

American

Upper East Side

Make a booking

2 people

4 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 54 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Child-friendly

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Phone number
(212) 996-1200
Website
http://islandny.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.

Location
1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128
Area
Upper East Side
Cross Street
92nd & 93rd Sts
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Hummus + PitaUS$15.00
hummus drizzled w. olive oil
Roasted Tomato SoupUS$13.00
light on cream + served w. a parmesan crisp
Portobello BruschettaUS$15.00
marinated portobello mushroom w. melted parmesan + swiss cheese over grilled garlic sourdough bread w. a drizzle of balsamic glaze + chopped parsley
GuacamoleUS$15.00
w. tortilla chips
Crispy Fried CalamariUS$17.00
tartar + spiced tomato sauce
Shrimp CocktailUS$20.00
four jumbo shrimp w. cilantro cocktail sauce

Salads

Nicoise SaladUS$26.00
yellowfin tuna, olive, hard boiled egg, potato, tomato, green been + capers over a bed of mesclun greens w. red wine shallot vinaigrette
Apple Walnut SaladUS$18.50
baby arugula, endive, honey crisp apple, walnut, goat cheese + dried cranberry w. red wine-maple vinaigrette
Chopped Cobb SaladUS$22.00
organic roasted chicken, avocado, bacon, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, tomato + sherry shallot vinaigrette
Curried Chicken SaladUS$20.00
watercress, apple, red onion, endive + toasted almonds
Spring Kale SaladUS$20.00
chopped kale tossed w. roasted corn, heirloom cherry tomato, avocado, queso fresco, tortilla strips and a cilantro lime vinaigrette
Caesar SaladUS$16.50
baby romaine lettuce w. house made parmesan croutons

Entrees

Caprese PaniniUS$19.00
mozzarella cheese, beefsteak tomato, basil, salt, pepper, w. olive oil + balsamic glaze on sourdough bread w. french fries
Maine Lobster RollUS$35.00
w. coleslaw + french fries
Island BurgerUS$21.00
grass fed beef + brisket blend w. pickles, tomato, boston lettuce + french fries
Grilled Salmon BowlUS$28.00
over farro w. cole slaw, avocado, cucumber + cherry tomato w. ginger vinaigrette
Crab Cake SlidersUS$25.00
w. side arugula vinagrette salad, chipotle mayo dipping sauce + sweet potato fries
Tuna Poke BowlUS$27.00
sushi grade tuna, ponzu sauce, avocado, cucumber, + crisp greens w. sesame seeds over basmati rice w. a drizzle of chipotle mayo
Yellowfin Tuna BurgerUS$25.00
fresh ginger, wasabi mayo + sweet potato fries
Avocado ToastUS$18.00
mashed avocado, feta cheese, heirloom cherry tomato + olive oil sprinkled w. chili flakes + a side mesclun green salad
Maine Lobster QuesadillaUS$21.00
papaya glaze, wisconsin brie, pico de gallo + avocado
The Chicken MeltUS$19.00
organic roasted chicken, mozzarella cheese, arugula, salt, pepper, lite mayonnaise + balsamic vinaigrette on pressed on sourdough bread + french fries
Island BLTUS$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, boston lettuce, heirloom tomato, salt, pepper + mayonaise on grilled sourdough + french fries
Classic Grilled CheeseUS$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, roasted tomato on grilled white bread w. sweet potato fries + chipotle mayo dipping sauce
PenneUS$23.00
plum tomato, basil + mozzarella cheese
FrittataUS$17.50
whole egg, spinach, goat cheese + roasted tomato w. a side mesclun green salad (+$2. egg white)

Sides

Sweet Potato FriesUS$7.00
w. chipotle mayo dipping sauce
French FriesUS$7.00

Sweets

Warm Chocolate BrownieUS$11.00
w. chocolate sauce + vanilla bean gelato
Donut HolesUS$13.00
w. caramel dipping sauce + whipped cream
Blueberry CobblerUS$12.00
w. vanilla bean gelato
Key Lime Meringue PieUS$11.00
Apple Tarte TatinUS$12.00
w. creme fraiche
Chocolate Chip CookiesUS$8.00
Fresh Seasonal BerriesUS$12.00
w. whipped cream + mint
Milk ShakeUS$10.00
your choice of up to two gelatos, whipped cream + sprinkles
GelatoUS$5.00
vanilla bean, chocolate, strawberry, pistachio
- 1 ScoopUS$4.00
- 3 ScoopsUS$9.50
SorbetUS$5.00
mango, lemon, raspberry
- 1 ScoopUS$4.00
- 3 ScoopsUS$9.50

What 1,118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Island is a beloved neighborhood gem on the Upper East Side, celebrated for its "wonderful food, service, and atmosphere." Frequent diners appreciate its consistently good dishes, like the "amazing" salmon and "excellent" crab cakes. The staff is "friendly and accommodating," making it a perfect spot for casual or business meals.

1,118 Reviews

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Robert
New York City
108 reviews
vip
5.0
108 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderfully outstanding dining experience for us last night at Island! Started with a new specialty cocktail skillfully crafted by Abby at the bar, followed by our delicious dinner ably served by John and team. Thx again!
IslandResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Robert! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a nice time at Island last night, and we'll be sure to let Abby and John know how much you appreciated the experience. Come join us again soon!
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sandy
New York City
182 reviews
4.0
182 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Frittata was very good. Spouse enjoyed BLT. Nice for lunch.
IslandResponded on 26 November 2024
Hi Sandy, thank you for the review! We're so glad to hear that you and your spouse enjoyed your frittata and BLT. We hope you'll join us again soon and have them again, or try our other delicious options!
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Robert
New York City
108 reviews
vip
5.0
108 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fantastic Island dinner experience-food, staff and setting simply delightful! Thx again for greeting us so warmly and making us feel so welcome!
IslandResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you so much for the review, Robert. We always love having you, and we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner so much. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Barbara
New York City
179 reviews
vip
4.0
179 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We go there often for lunch or brunch and enjoy the food. It is a go to neighborhood restaurant that many neighbors use.
IslandResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for the review, Barbara. We are very happy to hear that you enjoy the food here at Island, and we're proud to be a UES neighborhood institution. Come back soon!
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Laurie
New York City
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Today’s lunch experience was great. The food and drinks were all great and arrived promptly. We went early, so it wasn’t too crowded for a while, which made the noise level really manageable.
IslandResponded on 26 November 2024
Hi Laurie, thank you for the review! We're glad to hear that you had such great service on your last visit to Island, and that you found a time that worked well for your preferences. We're also happy to seat you at quieter tables whenever possible if you let us know in your reservation, as we want to do whatever we can to optimize your enjoyment of your visit. Come join us again soon!
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Renee
New York City
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always wonderful!! The staff let us linger with a friend we hadn’t seen for years; food was excellent as usual; wait staff always attentive even when busy. A true neighborhood gem.
IslandResponded on 26 November 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review, Renee! We are so glad to hear that you had such a lovely time at Island and that the food, service, and atmosphere was to your liking. We're happy to have been a meeting spot for you and your friend, and we hope you'll all return again soon!
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Kathy
New York City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great local restaurant with good food and value. They don’t rush you. Thoroughly enjoyable.
IslandResponded on 20 November 2024
Thank you for the kind review, Kathy! We're very proud of the high quality of both our food and our service, and we are so glad you enjoyed your experience. Come join us again soon!
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Laurie
New York City
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been eating at Island for decades. Love the atmosphere, but today we found the food disappointing. The popovers were cold, as were the fries. I ordered my BLT with avocado added & was charged for it, but they didn’t put it on my sandwich. The eggs in my husband’s Eggs Benedict were overcooked. Still, the brunch was enjoyable.
IslandResponded on 20 November 2024
Hi Laurie, thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear that your recent brunch at Island did not live up to the high standards that we are proud to have set. Clearly there were some communication issues and oversights by our staff, and we will work to address those kinks so that your next meal at Island is the lovely, high quality experience you know and love!
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Ron
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants. Some of the staff have been at Island for a decade, and they are encouraged to learn the names and tastes of regular customers. In many, many years of going to restaurants, My wife and I have occasionally been recognized as a frequent customer but never greeted by name. Island is good enough to be worth a visit by non-locals, but anyone who lives in Carnegie Hill should definitely give it a try.
IslandResponded on 20 November 2024
Thank you for the lovely review, Ron. We are honored to be a favorite for you and your wife. Our apologies for the lack of name recognition - if you introduce yourself on your next visit, we'll be very happy to induct you into our mental Regulars Hall of Fame! Thank you for your loyalty and patronage, we appreciate you!
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Robi
New York City
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a greaf experience. Love Island Restaurant.
IslandResponded on 20 November 2024
Thank you so much, Robi. We're so glad you enjoy the restaurant so much, come join us again 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 4.6 stars by 1118 OpenTable diners.

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

Island

4.6

$31 to $50

American

Upper East Side

Make a booking

2 people

4 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 54 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

Cross Street
92nd & 93rd Sts
Area
Upper East Side
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
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://islandny.com/
Phone number
(212) 996-1200
Catering
We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.

Island

Island

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Chopped Cobb Salad

Crab Cake Sliders

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

Starters

Hummus + PitaUS$15.00

Roasted Tomato SoupUS$13.00

Portobello BruschettaUS$15.00

GuacamoleUS$15.00

Crispy Fried CalamariUS$17.00

Shrimp CocktailUS$20.00

Salads

Nicoise SaladUS$26.00

Apple Walnut SaladUS$18.50

Chopped Cobb SaladUS$22.00

Curried Chicken SaladUS$20.00

Spring Kale SaladUS$20.00

Caesar SaladUS$16.50

Entrees

Caprese PaniniUS$19.00

Maine Lobster RollUS$35.00

Island BurgerUS$21.00

Grilled Salmon BowlUS$28.00

Crab Cake SlidersUS$25.00

Tuna Poke BowlUS$27.00

Yellowfin Tuna BurgerUS$25.00

Avocado ToastUS$18.00

Maine Lobster QuesadillaUS$21.00

The Chicken MeltUS$19.00

Island BLTUS$19.00

Classic Grilled CheeseUS$19.00

PenneUS$23.00

FrittataUS$17.50

Sides

Sweet Potato FriesUS$7.00

French FriesUS$7.00

Sweets

Warm Chocolate BrownieUS$11.00

Donut HolesUS$13.00

Blueberry CobblerUS$12.00

Key Lime Meringue PieUS$11.00

Apple Tarte TatinUS$12.00

Chocolate Chip CookiesUS$8.00

Fresh Seasonal BerriesUS$12.00

Milk ShakeUS$10.00

GelatoUS$5.00

SorbetUS$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Island offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Island restaurant rated?

Is Island currently accepting bookings?

Island

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information