Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Carnegie Hill

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1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 104 times today

The Palm Court’s Afternoon Tea truly shines with custom tableware and china, a fragrant tea list steeped in history, and of course, a bit of precocious Eloise too. Guests are invited to nibble on our in-house Pastry Chef’s unique culinary offerings like delicate finger sandwiches, buttery scones and elegant desserts, which are all made from scratch with local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.Hours: Breakfast* | 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Confirmed breakfast reservations at The Palm Courtare reserved for hotel guests at this time.Afternoon Tea | 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.Evening Prix Fixe | 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Evening prix fixe menu ends at 10:30 p.m.*Based on hotel occupancy. Hotel guests will be priority.For parties larger than 6 guests, please send an inquiry email to PalmCourt.PLZ@Fairmont.com

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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29797)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 437 times today

Carmine's is a family-style Italian restaurant in NYC, crafted for sharing and celebrations. Reviewers lauded it for its exceptional value, abundant portions, friendly service, and the elegant atmosphere. The restaurant is praised for its ability to make any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast. It's perfect for family dining, celebrating special occasions, and hosting business team dinners. With reviews boasting 'excellent food for sharing and phenomenal service,' it's clear Carmine's is a favorite for making any gathering memorable.

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3. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(812)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 56 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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4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1075)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 33 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

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5. Quality Italian - New York

4.7

Exceptional(6110)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown West

Booked 140 times today

Quality Italian is New York's best steakhouse. Our renowned steak and delicious Italian food make us a popular destination for folks seeking a great meal. Whether you are looking for a wonderful lunch or an inviting brunch, we provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit us today to experience the best steak and Italian food in New York for yourself. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Italian is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and NYC.

6. Nobu Fifty Seven

4.7

Exceptional(6146)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 127 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.

7. Quality Meats

4.7

Exceptional(10536)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 102 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.

8. Becco

4.5

Awesome(28562)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 99 times today

Lidia Bastianich & her son Joe's Theater District mainstay. Best known for the $29.95 pasta tasting menu & the great selections on the $35 Italian wine list. Loved by locals & out of towners alike, Becco has been serving consistently delicious regional Italian cuisine since 1993. Located on the famed Restaurant Row in NYC's Theatre District, Becco is open for lunch & dinner seven days a week. Enjoy signature dishes, like the Osso Bucco, as well as the bounty of fresh seasonal preparations. The Reserve Wine list has many of Italy's best known producers, as well as some more eclectic wine makers. A knowledgeable staffer will be on hand to help you make a great choice. With 18 years on restaurant row, great food & great service help make Becco the right choice time & time again.

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9. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

4.8

Exceptional(18278)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 138 times today

Tony's has served up some of the best old NY Italian favorites. Our cooking comes from Southern Neapolitan traditions and served up in huge family style platters that serve 2 to 3 people.

10. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2835)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 44 times today

Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***

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Chris
New South Wales •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was nice and pretty fancy but very small portions for the price as well as fixed menu with no choices. Atmosphere and service was exceptional. Drinks were very overpriced. Amazing place and great one off experience.
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The Palm Court at The Plaza HotelPrice: Very Expensive• American• Midtown East
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4.4
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Jovanka Nanna
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had an amazing time. Great atmosphere and amazing Christmas decorations!!
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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Shivesh
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience. Our server was the best, he knew we were leaving for train later that night and food came out fast. 10/10 service a food will be back.
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Quality Italian - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Italian• Midtown West
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4.7
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Sarah
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I don’t recall his name but our server was outstanding! Pleasant, fun, and helpful. The family talked about what a great vibe he brought to dinner! We go as a family every time we go to NYC (our third trip) and food is always delicious, with PLENTY to go around. Also appreciated the water pitcher on the table. As a large family (table of 9), it’s so much easier to keep the water glasses full ourselves. Thanks again!!
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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Melanie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was a fun & greatly priced experience to share with your loved ones. Anthony, our instructor, was friendly and very personable and the food was delicious. A good bang for your buck! Will come again for the food alone.
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Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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4.9

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1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

3. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4. Papillon Bistro and Bar

5. Quality Italian - New York

6. Nobu Fifty Seven

7. Quality Meats

8. Becco

9. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

10. Casa Mono

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