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The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar, New York, NY

The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar

4.6
4.6
1590 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 68 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
The East Pole, on the Upper East Side, is housed in an historic brownstone on a quiet block of 65th Street. Drawing on old maps and subtle nautical accents, the main dining room & bar is timeless and sophisticated with a clean, simple aesthetic focusing on high quality materials.

The menu features simple yet elevated home cooking with a focus on local, seasonal, organic produce and sustainably sourced proteins. For Drinks, our signature cocktail menu & full bar service, with a focus on small batch distilleries, breweries & wineries are all available.

Additional information

  • Location
    133 East 65th St., New York, NY 10065
  • Phone number
    (212) 249-2222
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Garage located at 200 East 65th Street, between Second and Third Avenues
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Private dining

Menu

First Course

  • Oysters on the Half ShellUS$24.00

    North Fork Long Island, champagne mignonette

    • Harvest Squash SoupUS$26.00

      peekytoe crab, curry madras sabayon

      • Local Market GreensUS$22.00

        avocado, radishes, sesame vinaigrette

        • Edamame HummusUS$21.00

          cilantro, market vegetable crudite

          • Burrata TartineUS$29.00

            hen of the woods, roasted fennel, anise oil

            • Faroe Island Salmon TartareUS$26.00

              calamansi, red onion, chili, baguette

              • Fried Montauk SquidUS$26.00

                lemon, jalapeno, shishito aioli

                • Kale Caesar SaladUS$24.00

                  anchovy, croutons, bacon, organic egg

                  Second Course

                  • The East Pole Macro BowlUS$35.00

                    brown sushi rice, miso black eyed peas, braised cabbage, kabocha, avocado, tahini

                    • Faroe Island SalmonUS$46.00

                      spiced pumpkin puree, forbidden rice, ginger hijiki salad

                      • Skate MilaneseUS$52.00

                        baby arugula, sungold tomato, brown butter vinaigrette

                        • Truffle PappardelleUS$41.00

                          red wine braised Hudson Valley short rib

                          • Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$39.00

                            baby kale, sage & basil cream, parmigiano reggiano

                            • Goeffle Road Farm ChickenUS$42.00

                              castelfranco radicchio, Rhode Island mushroom ragu,

                              • Grilled Heritage Pork ChopUS$56.00

                                braised endive, cherry pepper emulsion

                                • Black Angus NY Strip SteakUS$61.00

                                  creamed spinach, roasted local potato, jus

                                  • Double BurgerUS$32.00

                                    thick cut bacon, vermont cheddar, secret sauce, challah bun, french fries

                                    Sides

                                    $15

                                    • Parmesan Truffle Fries

                                      • Roasted Shishito Peppers

                                        • Sauteed Local Spinach

                                          • Carrots & Honey Espelette

                                            Last updated: 27 December 2024

                                            What 1,590 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
                                            • 4.6Food
                                            • 4.6Service
                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                            • 4.2Value

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                                            Review summary

                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                            The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar is a charming neighborhood spot known for its "amazing food" and "attentive service." Diners appreciate the "wonderful, welcoming atmosphere" and its "delectable farm-to-table cuisine." Highlights include "great brunch" offerings and a "delicious menu" that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more.

                                            1,590 Reviews

                                            1. Bibi

                                              New York City1 review

                                              5.0

                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent quality and choice of food. Very good value for the money. Great service - thanks

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                                            2. Jackie

                                              New York City3 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 24 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              From Henry, our waiter, to the maître D, at the front in a full suit. The service and the food was fantastic and the music was so great. My mom and I really had a great time.  we can’t wait to come back for dinner as well as try brunch one day. 

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                                            3. Sean VIP

                                              New York City4 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 22 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Great, can’t go wrong, they know how to take care of you

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                                            4. HollyC

                                              New York City4 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 22 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Way too loud, a bit too dark, closes early for NYC, but delicious and wonderful service.

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                                            5. Kelly

                                              New York City17 reviews

                                              4.0

                                              Dined on 17 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              We really enjoyed the food and ambience. The hostess was very welcoming, as was the manager and our server was great. Nice little gem on the Upper East Side. The bar area looked nice as well, so probably a good spot for cocktails after work.

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                                            6. STEVEN VIP

                                              New York City12 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 14 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Professional, friendly staff who really seem to care. Salmon tartar, parpadelle, skate, lava cake, all top notch. I'll be back....bar seating looks cool. Oh yeah......classy move with the chocolate covered strawberries on Vday. Thank you.

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                                            7. Beth Ann

                                              New York City11 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 2 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Wonderful dinner, service and overall evening - thank you!!! You’ve become one of my favorites. I’m very appreciative you moved us to a booth, it helped tremendously with our conversation. Thank you again!

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                                            8. Gianna

                                              San Francisco1 review

                                              5.0

                                              Dined on 1 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Truffle pappardelle is incredible and the waiters are very helpful and attentive.

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                                            9. Thomas VIP

                                              New York City36 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              Dined on 26 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 3
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              Pleasant, not a great value but service was excellent and food was good

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                                            10. OpenTable Diner

                                              New York City5 reviews

                                              4.0

                                              Dined on 25 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Devil eggs and crab toast are outstanding. Service was very good.

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                                            The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1590 OpenTable diners.

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                                            2 people
                                            19:00
                                            Booked 68 times today
                                            Google Map for The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar

                                            133 East 65th St., New York, NY 10065

                                            Additional information

                                            • Phone number
                                              (212) 249-2222
                                            • Price
                                              $31 to $50
                                            • Cuisines
                                              American, Farm-to-table
                                            • Hours of Operation
                                              Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                            • Dress code
                                              Business Casual
                                            • Parking details
                                              Private Garage located at 200 East 65th Street, between Second and Third Avenues
                                            • Payment Options
                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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