Best Historic Restaurants in University Heights

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1. Jalao

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • Washington Heights

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Jalao! Escape from the streets of New York City to the brightly colored paradise of the Dominican Republic while dining at Jalao. Enjoy authentic Dominican food and vibrant cultural surroundings right in the heart of NYC’s Washington Heights Neighborhood.Eat surrounded by the vibrant ambiance of Taíno, African, and Spanish influences that blend together in a flavorful splash of Dominican culture. In a courtyard built for live music and dancing, experience the timeless atmosphere of the historic Ciudad Colonial of Santo Domingo.Located in the brand new Radio Hotel, join Manhattan’s Little Dominican Republic community as they experience a taste of home. Handcrafted Dominican furniture adorns the dining area, while the walls are splashed with brightly colored murals and authentic Carnival masks.

2. Barawine

4.2

Awesome(593)

Price: Moderate

• French • Harlem

Booked 3 times today

Barawine is a neighborhood restaurant in the Mt. Morris Historic District in Harlem. We serve a full menu that features something for everyone; we also offer vegan and gluten free choices. Our wine list features 40 wines by the glass and over 200 wines by the bottle.

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3. Butcher and Banker NYC

4.2

Awesome(1598)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown West

Booked 38 times today

Beneath the pulsing city lies a hidden dining destination. USDA Prime steaks from the finest Black Angus cattle. Bespoke cocktails. A restored Bank Vault from the 1930s. This is Butcher & Banker, a new "steakeasy" at the crossroads of Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, Javits Center and Hudson Yards.Butcher & Banker is no ordinary steakhouse. A dozen different steaks are on offer, but non-steak eaters will dine exceedingly well here.Butcher & Banker pays homage to the New Yorker Hotel’s storied history. The New Yorker opened in 1930 at the height of the Great Depression as the then largest hotel in the city. It has attracted a who’s who of entertainers and dignitaries from around the world, including Muhammad Ali, JFK, Joan Crawford and Nikola Tesla. Beneath the hotel, a bank vault and offices were occupied by the Manufacturers Trust Company until 1980. With the opening of Butcher & Banker, the public can see the vault for the first time in 37 years.

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4. RH Rooftop Restaurant New York

4.7

Exceptional(5115)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Village

Booked 273 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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5. Smith & Wollensky - New York

4.6

Exceptional(9739)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 147 times today

Smith & Wollensky & Wollensky's Grill is open for indoor and outdoor dining.Since 1977, Smith & Wollensky has been New York City's best steakhouse serving USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood and award-winning wines.Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Smith & Wollensky is the best steakhouse in Midtown Manhattan and New York City.

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6. Russian Tea Room - NYC

4.3

Awesome(5606)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Midtown West

Booked 61 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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7. Villard & the Gold Room

4.5

Awesome(507)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown East

Booked 22 times today

Linger over seasonal New American cuisine, graciously served in one of the city’s most elegant and refined dining rooms. From farmhouse breakfast to indulgent brunch fare, Villard Restaurant is an iconic setting for an elevated breakfast located within Lotte New York Palace. Villard is open daily from 6:30am - 11:00am. We look forward to welcoming you.

8. Ophelia

4.2

Awesome(1501)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 41 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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9. Grand Central Oyster Bar

4.1

Excellent(7910)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Midtown East

Booked 100 times today

We are a New York landmark with Guastavino tiled vaulted ceilings located on the lower level of the magnificent Grand Central Terminal. Our dining hours are from 11:30 AM to our last seating at 9:30 PM Monday through Friday. We are eager to serve you again!

10. Monterey

4.5

Awesome(498)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 12 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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James
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I was looking for a NYC steakhouse experience and was very happy with Butcher and Banker. Outstanding food, excellent service and very cool ambiance.
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Butcher and Banker NYCPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Midtown West
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4.2
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Jane
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
If you want a real treat, look no further. From the wonderfully presented drinks at the bar, to the amazing waiting staff (shout out to Toni) to the sumptuous food, we couldn’t fault it. The ambience was old school. We shared a seafood platter for 4 to start. It was 10/10. 2 of us had the lamb chops (best I’ve ever tasted) & 2 had the steaks (delicious) and we ordered creamed spinach and whipped potatoes. We had just enough room for deserts and coffee. We never felt rushed and nothing was too much trouble. What a wonderful dining experience we had.
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Smith & Wollensky - New YorkPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown East
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4.6
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Rebecca
California Central Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Beautiful restaurant, service was attentive , food was delicious and reasonable. The vibe is really good!!
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RH Rooftop Restaurant New YorkPrice: Moderate• American• West Village
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4.7
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Tiffany
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 Dec 2024
Nice spot.to caught up with my friend. I will be visiting again for brunch. I can't wait to see what that looks like.
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BarawinePrice: Moderate• French• Harlem
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4.2
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Marlene
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 Nov 2024
I went to celebrate my birthday with family and close friends. I had such a great time at Jalao. The food was great. The staff were so friendly and kind.
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JalaoPrice: Expensive• Caribbean• Washington Heights
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4.3

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53 restaurants available nearby

1. Jalao

2. Barawine

3. Butcher and Banker NYC

4. RH Rooftop Restaurant New York

5. Smith & Wollensky - New York

6. Russian Tea Room - NYC

7. Villard & the Gold Room

8. Ophelia

9. Grand Central Oyster Bar

10. Monterey

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