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The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel
$$$$•American•4.4(7,973)Midtown East - 2
Don Angie
$$$$•Contemporary Italian•4.8(629)West Village - 3
Lady Delilah
$$$$•American•4.9(14)Chelsea - 4
Graciela
$$$$•Argentinean•4.9(128)West Village - 5
Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Times Square
$$$$•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4(108)Theatre District
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Il Postino
$$$$•Italian•5(1,262)
Il Postino sets the standard for authentic Italian cuisine. The superior quality of the food and relaxing atmosphere creates a memorable dining experience. Owners Luigi and Maria Russo have built a wonderful dining establishment that is unrivaled in the neighborhood.Muna
$$$$•Indian•5(157)MUNA is a ‘new spring’ with home style Indian taste. It is a sister location by SATHI group. It is a ‘desire’ to serve mother-made recipes to Indian food lovers. As SATHI is getting so much love from our customers, MUNA is another step to serve midtown with simple dine in experience, private party hall and traditional and authentic food. We also offer patronage to Nepalese and Himalayan food lovers with Himalayan recipes.
MUNA is offering Dine In, bar( upcoming), private events (up-to 75 people), takeout and delivery services. We welcome all our Indian/ Himalayan food lovers to join us in this new journey as MUNA.
Il Monello
$$$$•Italian•4.9(309)Coming Soon!Aretsky's Patroon
$$$$•American•4.9(1,810)Welcome to Aretsky's Patroon, a classic New York City restaurant, owned by legendary restaurateur Ken Aretsky. Aretsky's Patroon offers superb contemporary American cuisine, warm, polished service and beautiful rooms suitable for a wide range of events. Whether you visit us for drinks and a light bite on our rooftop bar, a power lunch in our festive main dining room, or a discreet business dinner in one of our many private event spaces, we know that you will have a superb experience.
La Maisonette
$$$$•International•4.8(59)This bright and airy sanctuary, inspired by the iconic 1910s breakfast room of The St. Regis New York, captures the charm of an outdoor pavilion with its timeless elegance and inviting ambiance. It's the perfect setting to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or indulge in a light, refreshing lunch. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a refined space for social gatherings, this unique dining experience blends historic luxury with modern comfort. We eagerly anticipate the pleasure of hosting you.Mike's Bistro - UES
$$$$•Kosher•4.9(680)"Mike's Bistro combines an elegant menu with a relaxed, spacious atmosphere in a convenient Midtown East location. Chef Michael Gershkovich creates and executes a contemporary, internationally inspired, Glatt Kosher (OU) gourmet menu with seasonally-inspired nuances."
Tempura Matsui
$$$$•Japanese•4.8(733)Tempura Matsui invites you to experience the refined artistry of tempura in an atmosphere of calm elegance. As the only tempura-dedicated restaurant in the United States, we offer an immersive omakase experience featuring seasonal seafood and vegetables prepared with precision before your eyes.
Our Omakase Dinner Course is available Tuesday–Saturday at 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM, priced at $295 per guest. The Omakase Lunch Course is available Fridays and Saturdays at noon only, priced at $168 per guest.
Reservations may be made up to one month in advance and must be secured with a valid credit card.
Cancellations, guest reductions, and no-shows made within 24 hours of the reservation time will incur the full omakase charge per guest ($168 lunch / $295 dinner).
Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies, and allow up to 2.5 hours for the dining experience.HYUN
$$$$•Korean•4.8(284)HYUN offers the first wagyu omakase using whole cattle in the states. Beyond the beef grading system focused on marbling, We serve the best wagyu that meets the HYUN's standards over 30 different cuts based on each's specific taste and shape. We are not just serving good food, you are going to have a new experience of dining and another level of Korean Culture.
If you are late for a reservation more than a 15 minute grace period, We will try our best to accommodate your party but may need to expedite your dining experience due to the table time limits. Please email reservation@hyun-nyc.com for all other reservation inquiries.
La Terra
$$$$•Italian•4.9(29)La Terra — Italian for "the earth" — is a warm, inviting Italian restaurant in Midtown East, rooted in the soulful flavors of Southern Italy. Founded by Puglia native and longtime neighborhood restaurateur Luigi Scarpelli with lifelong Midtown East resident Nicholas Ober, La Terra pairs tradition with a contemporary touch. Start with mozzarella-stuffed Polpette della Mamma, grilled Polpo alla Molese, or Fritto Misto, then discover house-made pastas including Orecchiette alla Barese and the signature Spaghetti all’Assassina — crispy, spicy tomato spaghetti topped with burrata. Fresh seafood, veal classics, Tuscan rib-eye, Italian desserts, a thoughtful wine list, and cocktails made with Luigi’s homemade limoncello complete the menu. Near Sutton Place and the United Nations, the brick-and-wood bar and cozy dining room welcome weekday lunches, date nights, family dinners, and gatherings with friends.THE ALEXANDER
$$$$•Seafood•4.6(96)At the corner of First Avenue and 51st Street in Midtown East, The Alexander brings Greek and Italian flavors together in an upscale casual setting. Fresh Mediterranean seafood, handcrafted pastas, and prime steaks anchor a menu that celebrates coastal cooking alongside comforting Italian classics.
Led by Master Chef Lorenzo, who brings over 25 years of culinary experience, the kitchen showcases daily catches flown in from the Mediterranean and beyond, prepared with bright citrus, olive oil, and fresh herbs. A lively, polished dining room and warm, attentive hospitality make The Alexander a welcoming destination for dinner with friends, a date night, or a special occasion.
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- SSimonLondon •5 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI’ve eaten in a lot of high end steak restaurants, and Smith and Wollensky is without reservation one of the best, if not THE BEST. The atmosphere is just what you want from a NY steakhouse. Last meal was truly outstanding. It was an amazing steak (fillet on the bone), really I could have eaten it with a spoon and utterly delicious. Service fabulous, and the cost … much better value than most steak restaurants in NY. The server epitomized “steakhouse server” - friendly, knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive. I don’t want to oversell the place as I don’t want it to get difficult to get a table, but honestly it’s exceptional.More infoSmith & Wollensky - New York$$$$• American• Midtown East•4.7
- MMNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoI WILL RETURN 100 MORE TIMES! EVERYTHING WAS WONDERFUL! AN OVERALL GREAT EXPERIENCE.More infoGiulietta$$$$• Italian• Midtown East•4.6
- EEricBaltimore / Maryland •6 reviews4.0Dined on 31 Oct 2026Happy to find this very competent restaurant with great food service and bar. Calling out a wonderful waitress especially. Very competent and charming. Extra star for her!More infoThe Parliament New York$$$$• American• Midtown East•4.3
- DDustinGoldPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined on 21 Oct 2026The branzino was delicious. The Corazon mezcal drink was balanced, smooth and refreshing. The cab paired well with the fish and was a great wine to finish the night. Highly recommendMore infoUpstairs at the Kimberly$$$$• American• Midtown East•4.6
- GGwenToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined on 2 Sept 2026This was an iconic place to have dinner. Everything was excellent and the hotel is magnificent. A must see!More infoLex Yard - New York$$$$• American• Midtown East•4.9
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If you’re looking for a perfect neighborhood for a power lunch, look no further. As a hub of world media, Midtown East is one of the most commercial areas of NYC, and you can find a meal worthy of a mogul. Scattered between Grand Central Station and the Chrysler Building are steakhouses surrounded with Sinatra lore, classic cocktail bars, and other timeless institutions. On the casual side, some of the city’s best food trucks and Halal carts prowl the streets, slinging deliciously affordable options to tourists and workers each day.
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