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A photo of Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(927)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 29 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.
A photo of Nobu Fifty Seven restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6243)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 174 times today
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.
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4.8
Exceptional(3230)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 124 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.
A photo of Piccola Cucina Uptown restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2216)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 93 times today
Escape to Italy without leaving New York City at Piccola Cucina Uptown. This charming restaurant offers an authentic Italian dining experience with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The menu features fresh seafood, handmade pastas, and traditional Sicilian specialties like the Pasta alla Norma. Enjoy a cozy meal with a view on the beautiful and intimate balcony on the second floor. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a lively gathering, Piccola Cucina Uptown delivers an unforgettable culinary journey.
A photo of TAO Downtown - New York restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7159)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Chelsea
Booked 113 times today
TAO Downtown in New York is a foodie hotspot. With its fusion/eclectic cuisine, it's praised for its exotic ambiance, phenomenal food, and great service. As one reviewer said, 'Each dish was prepared with great precision and taste.' The vibe is unique, with one reviewer comparing it to some of the finer restaurants in Asia. The ambiance is described as trendy, lively, and beautiful. This fusion food lover's paradise offers an extraordinary dining experience.
A photo of Monterey restaurant
4.5
Awesome(510)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 9 times today
Monterey is an elevated steakhouse experience in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Rockefeller Center and the historic St Patrick's Cathedral. Enjoy classic steakhouse dishes with modern American touches, all served in a vibrant setting. Building on the best of the city's time-honored steakhouse tradition, Monterey's dusty pink banquets, crisp white tablecloths, and culinary theater evoke the golden age of New York City dining.
A photo of Sandro's Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1021)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 25 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.
A photo of ilili restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8066)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Gramercy Park
Booked 68 times today
Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.
A photo of MASSERIA EAST restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(379)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 16 times today
Parma is now Masseria East. Cozy, Elegant, Traditional Italian Restaurant with an Italian authentic menu revised by Giorgio Manzio former La Masseria General Manager and Executive Chef Pino Coladonato.
A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | Midtown Manhattan restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2651)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown East
Booked 68 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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  • Kadeisha
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was a great experience! The DJ was awesome. I do suggest having the menu specify what items are cooked in shellfish. My waiter was awesome and verified all items for my sister and I as we have a deathly allergy. Specifying the items would increase the turn around for the order process as I felt bad having to constantly re-choose something and taking longer.
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    TAO Downtown - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Chelsea
    4.6
  • Jackie
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a great time learning how to make dough, creating different pasta shapes, and then enjoyed a 3 course meal! We left with tons of pasta to make in the future which was an extra bonus. My suggestions would be to provide a handout of all the information discussed in class and to offer a 2.0 class teaching you how to make different sauces! Thanks for such a fun date night activity!! We will be back!
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    Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
    4.9
  • Andrew
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Sandro carries on his father’s tradition, walking the room with warmth and charisma, always present to ensure everything runs smoothly. If you have a love for true Italian cuisine, this place delivers in every way—exceptional food, attentive service, and an atmosphere that feels effortlessly inviting.
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    Sandro's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper East Side
    4.9
  • JuliaVIP
    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Good range of choices on menu. Handmade pasta is delicious. The house salad was not as tasty as it sounds on menu. Tiramisu was assembled table side, the freshness of the espresso dip and marscapone made it the best tiramisu I've had. The table for two next to the bar was very noisy for conversation. Service was friendly and helpful.
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    Piccola Cucina UptownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper East Side
    4.8
  • Ravi
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Everything was top notch. It was our anniversary date, we loved every bit of it
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    Nobu Fifty SevenPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Midtown West
    4.7

Discover best foodies restaurants in Upper East Side

Discover the ultimate foodie destinations in the Upper East Side, Manhattan, a renowned area for its vibrant dining scene that catifies even the most discerning palates. This neighborhood boasts an eclectic mix of restaurants that specialize in everything from authentic Italian and French cuisines to fresh Mediterranean flavors and continental dishes. Each restaurant in this curated selection prides itself on offering not only outstanding food but also exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere, making each dining experience truly memorable. Whether you are in the mood for the comforting taste of homemade pasta, the refined flavors of French bistro fare, or the fresh zest of Mediterranean seafood, the Upper East Side has a restaurant to satisfy every type of food enthusiast. The area is celebrated for its cozy, romantic settings as well as its more casual, vibrant eateries, ensuring a perfect match for any occasion. Enjoy the consistently high-quality food and the charming ambiances that define these establishments as true gems in the culinary landscape of New York City. For foodies exploring the Upper East Side, the neighborhood offers not just a meal but a journey through diverse culinary traditions, enhanced by excellent food and wine service, and the pleasure of returning to tried and true favorites. Each visit promises a new delight, with daily specials and seasonal menus that invite you to indulge in the best of what New York City has to offer.

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