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A photo of The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel restaurant
1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel
4.5
Awesome(6947)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Midtown East
Booked 111 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.Lite Fare & Cocktails | 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Lite Fare menu ends at 10:00 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. Chez Fifi
4.7
Exceptional(45)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 30 times today
A new French bistro nestled in a historic townhouse on the Upper East Side. In the main dining room, Executive Chef Zack Zeidman delivers Parisian classics with Basque flair. Upstairs at Salon de Fifi a l’Étage, master mixologist Yumi Nemoto showcases innovative signature cocktails, served alongside light bites from the kitchen below.Please direct private dining inquiries to reservations@chezfifinyc.com. Kindly note that we do not take standard reservations over email. We look forward to dining with you!
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3. Hawksmoor NYC
4.5
Awesome(2843)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Gramercy Park
Booked 145 times today
Located in the heart of Gramercy in the restored Assembly Hall of the landmarked United Charities Building, Hawksmoor is a steak restaurant that celebrates all-natural, pasture-reared, and traditionally dry-aged beef. Our beef is seasoned simply with sea salt and cooked over live-fire charcoal. Our seafood is locally and sustainably sourced from northeastern waters and we use small-farm produce whenever possible. On Sunday afternoons Hawksmoor keeps with the tried-and-true British tradition and features a Sunday Roast. Completing our offerings are award-winning cocktails, including New York City's coldest martini, and a carefully curated wine selection. The restaurant houses 150 in the dining room and 35 in the bar area. There are also two private dining rooms that can hold 12 people and serve exclusive, family-style menus.
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4. Russian Tea Room - NYC
4.3
Awesome(5720)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Midtown West
Booked 29 times today
For ninety-eight years, New York's defining cultural moments have taken place at Russian Tea Room. Ever since members of the Russian Imperial Ballet founded the restaurant in 1926, it has been a second home for boldface names and the intellectual elite-an exclusive enclave where actors, writers, politicians, and businessmen planned their next deals and feted their friends' latest Carnegie Hall performances.
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5. Monterey
4.5
Awesome(516)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 62 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.
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6. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH New York
4.7
Exceptional(5233)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Village
Booked 289 times today
The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the fifth floor of RH New York, a 90,000-square-foot design gallery in the heart of the historic Meatpacking District that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.For group dining inquiries, please email: nychospitality@rh.com
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7. Ophelia
4.2
Awesome(1547)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 35 times today
Cocktail Lounge atop the historic Beekman Tower offering 360 views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.Ophelia offers a crafted a two-part cocktail menu featuring reinventions of classic and signature cocktails inspired by the natural elements and the glory of the lounge during its heyday in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Ambrosio sources ingredients from local and international artisans, farmers, and fishmongers to create an elevated and refined culinary voyage. Small dishes include Maine Lobster Spring Rolls, Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with dried cherries, Classic Caviar Service, Prime Beef Tenderloin, and Truffle Fries.
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8. The Living Room
4.5
Awesome(100)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 5 times today
Designed by the acclaimed Yabu Pushelberg to capture the energy and vibrancy of the city, The Living Room sits overlooking historic Carnegie Hall and offers guests comfort in luxurious surroundings. Whether you choose to dine before a show, catch a quick business lunch or relax with a craft cocktail after a long day of work, you will enjoy Hyatt's trademark hospitality and top notch cuisine. At The Living Room, you will feel right at home!
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9. Fraunces Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(3153)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Financial District
Booked 106 times today
Fraunces Tavern Restaurant, est. 1762, is a historic landmark in FiDi. Offering small batch craft & specialty beers, handcrafted cocktails, & 1000+ spirits, experience the delectable flavors of thoughtfully prepared American cuisine, featuring our farm-to-table ingredients. The establishment boasts 7 distinct spaces, each providing exceptional options for both public & private experiences alike. Invite friends to sit around the warm fire in the Dingle Whiskey Bar or gather & mingle in The Wine Room. Host a formal event under the crystal chandeliers in the Washington Room for a private dining experience. Whether you prefer the Independence or Hideout Bar, both offer a fun and informal atmosphere to enjoy happy hour with friends. Experience the secluded charm of The Piano Bar Upstairs, to enjoy exquisite food, drinks, and live music in a relaxed atmosphere. If you're a history buff, visit the Bissell room to view the beautiful mural painting depicting downtown NYC in the 1700s.
A photo of The Leopard at des Artistes restaurant
10. The Leopard at des Artistes
4.6
Exceptional(3340)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 36 times today
Located in the New York landmarked Hotel Des Artistes, and surrounded by the astonishing 1920s murals by Howard Chandler Christy, THE LEOPARD at des Artistes cuisine respect the rich Italian cultural traditions, the absolute quality of ingredients, and the balance between dishes based on rural elements, such as pasta, vegetables, cheese, and seafood ingredients from the Mediterranean. We look forward to welcoming you to our home, in one of the most iconic spaces in New York City, Hotel des Artistes. Buon appetito!

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