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1. TAO Uptown
4.4
Awesome(14557)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Midtown East
Booked 117 times today
A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.
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2. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(837)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 73 times today
Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.
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3. Hoexters
4.6
Exceptional(263)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Upper East Side
Booked 70 times today
Cozy, warm and inviting, Hoexter’s revival pays homage to its origins as a vibrant Upper East Side destination. Come in for a perfectly chilled martini and shrimp cocktail at our bar or indulge in our decadent gorgonzola garlic bread and a steak au poivre in one of our elegant dining room banquettes. Our menu has a little something for everyone, life's simple pleasures perfected! Book online or by calling us at 212-288-1777
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4. Aurora - Williamsburg
4.7
Exceptional(1690)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Williamsburg
Booked 23 times today
Established over a decade ago, Aurora restaurant is a landmark of the Italian cuisine in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg. Aurora creates a perfect balance of tradition and innovation, with a great respect for seasonality, by combining top quality Italian imports, sustainably grown local produce and house-made specialties. The wine program offers a list of over 150 labels, along with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a full liquor bar. The rustic and charming dining room with exposed brick walls and high ceilings, opens to an intimate, leafy garden, enclosed during the colder months, and perfect for a relaxing dinner "al fresco" during the warm season. Aurora is a great spot for a romantic date, a casual getting together with friends, or private events.
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5. Quality Meats
4.7
Exceptional(10577)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 151 times today
Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.
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6. Twin Tails
4.7
Exceptional(142)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • Upper West Side
Booked 161 times today
Quality Branded's new Southeast Asian restaurant, focused on the cuisines of Thailand and Vietnam. Now open in Columbus Circle!
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7. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3202)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 129 times today
BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.
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8. Sushi Noz
4.9
Exceptional(12)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Upper East Side
Booked 3 times today
Craftsmanship at its finest is displayed at Sushi Noz, where guests experience our seasonal omakase menu curated nightly by Chef Nozomu Abe. Known as "Noz" to his friends, Abe-san is part of a movement from Japan advancing Edomae-style sushi, incorporating aging and preparation techniques that date back to Japan's Edo period. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are transported by the Sukiya-style wooden interior, which was assembled using more than a dozen types of cedar. The centerpiece of our first dining room is our 8-seat, 200-year-old hinoki wood sushi bar and traditional ice chest, where Chef Noz refrigerates the evening's neta selections. Our second dining room features a sushi bar made from tamo ash wood, which accommodates an additional 6 guests. We welcome our guests in true Japanese hospitality, offering two nightly seatings at each counter.
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9. The Smith- Lincoln Square
4.6
Exceptional(12191)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Square
Booked 213 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.
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10. The Smith - Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(8252)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 135 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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  • li
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    The food is not as good as I expected. But the service is really nice, overall pleasant meal.
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    Quality MeatsPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown West
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    4.7
  • BrittaVIP
    New York City •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food is absolutely incredible !!!! Service is amazing. It’s one of the best restaurants in the city !!!
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    Quality Italian - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Midtown West
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    4.7
  • Yolanda
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had the most amazing time at Aunt Jake's Pasta Making Experience. From the moment we arrived, I just knew it was going to be fun! The chef who taught us about pasta was funny yet informative; the atmosphere was cozy; the staff was friendly and attentive; and the food was delicious. The process was easy to understand and very well organized. What a great date and a wonderful way to start the new year. Highly highly highly recommend! :)
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    Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.9
  • Brad
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Incredible every time. The best martini in New York. Fabulous service. Food was delicious. I look forward to coming back to Hoexter’s again and again.
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    HoextersPrice: Very Expensive• American• Upper East Side
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    4.6
  • DavidVIP
    New York City •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great service overall, except the gentleman on water duty was constantly refilling glasses even when you had only taken one sip. It was a little too much. Also, there was a screw up using a gift card that some how got added to my cc slip, but was corrected. The lighting is far too low. Looks pretty, but not functional for diners. When you move the table lap to make room for the food, you cannot see the food, especially when you have the duck on a three tier stand. I saw many patrons using their flashlights to read the menu. Bathroom sink was not working, so had to use another to wash hands. Our server and sommelier were great at their jobs and she really knew her menu and explained things well and made excellent recommendations. Food was presented wonderfully and tasted great.
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    Twin TailsPrice: Expensive• Southeast Asian• Upper West Side
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    4.7

Discover best date night restaurants in Upper East Side

Discover the enchanting charm of the Upper East Side in New York City, Manhattan, for your next date night adventure. This neighborhood is renowned for its refined dining scene, offering a variety of restaurants that cater perfectly to romantic evenings. Each venue in the Upper East Side presents a unique ambiance—from cozy, intimate settings to elegant, sophisticated atmospheres—ensuring an ideal backdrop for any date night. Whether you prefer modern American cuisine, exquisite French dishes, or innovative seafood creations, the restaurants here are celebrated for their exceptional food and attentive service. Guests consistently praise these spots for enhancing special occasions with their delightful menus and warm, welcoming environments. Ideal for creating memorable moments, these restaurants on the Upper East Side stand out as top choices for a romantic outing, combining delectable dining with a picturesque locale. Experience the variety and quality of dining options that make the Upper East Side a go-to destination for a perfect date night.

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