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1. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3188)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 86 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.
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2. Nobu Fifty Seven
4.7
Exceptional(6142)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 181 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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3. Monterey
4.5
Awesome(494)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 33 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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4. ilili
4.7
Exceptional(8014)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Gramercy Park
Booked 75 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.
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5. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(811)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 74 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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6. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | Midtown Manhattan
4.4
Awesome(2633)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown East
Booked 91 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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7. The Smith - Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(8238)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 159 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.
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8. The Lobster Club
4.8
Exceptional(359)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown East
Booked 11 times today
The Lobster Club, a Japanese Brasserie by Major Food Group, is a fixture within Midtown Manhattan's iconic Seagram Building. Designed by architect Peter Marino in collaboration with MFG, the dynamic space reflects an outstanding – perhaps extravagant - interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Using classic techniques like tempura, gyoza, yakitori and robata, along with a focus on Teppanyaki and Sushi, The Lobster Club sources fish directly from Tokyo's Tsukiji market to ensure the highest level of quality. Everything on the menu is designed to be shared, encouraging a spirit of informal fun.
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9. Limani - NYC
4.5
Awesome(3633)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Rockefeller Center
Booked 72 times today
Limani, a Mediterranean seafood restaurant focusing on traditional Greek specialties. We have come across a plethora of products that allows the Mediterranean diet to take its rightful place in the culinary landscape. Whether it is the premium first-pressed, cold-pressed olive oil from the Kalamata, jewels of fish and seafood, or local organic vegetables, to special items such as the capers from Santorini or the Saffron from Kozani you will find it at Limani.
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10. Indian Accent
4.8
Exceptional(3415)
Price: Very Expensive
• Indian • Midtown West
Booked 45 times today
Indian Accent offers an inventive approach to Indian cuisine.Indian Accent's menu reinterprets nostalgic Indian dishes with an openness towards global techniques and influences. Chef Manish Mehrotra highlights distinctly Indian flavors on a contemporary menu.To respect the dining experiences of all our guests we practice a restricted entrance policy, only allowing children aged 10 years and above.

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  • Andrea
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Greated quickly! Took some Time to get our drink order and even a longer time to take our order after that. Drinks and Food came out at a decently good pace, after those initial delays. We were in good company so it was ok. Everything was delicious. Our visit was about 2.5 hours long but again the ambiance and our family quality time was perfect!
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    MontereyPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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    4.5
  • ChristineVIP
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Such a fun experience! The pasta class was very beginner friendly. The instructor was patient, checked in on everyone, & loud enough to hear. Our group was huge & took up the entire length of the table. Afterwards, our food was great. Super generous portions, friendly service. I would come back & do it again with a friend it was that good. Highly recommend!
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    Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.9
  • KathiVIP
    Coastal Georgia •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Exceptional service, delicious food and great ambience. The evening couldn't have been better.
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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    4.8
  • ADAM
    New York State •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Amazing food. Every dish was so carefully and creatively put together. Nobu is the holy grail for sushi and it did not disappoint Wait staff was attentive and skilled. It was a fun meal. It was an experience we won’t forget.
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    Nobu Fifty SevenPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Midtown West
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    4.7
  • Ethan
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Great food, excellent service. Been here three times and it doesn’t miss.
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    ililiPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Gramercy Park
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    4.7

Discover best foodies restaurants in Midtown East

Discover the culinary delights of Midtown East, New York City, a true haven for foodies seeking diverse and exceptional dining experiences. The neighborhood is bustling with a variety of eateries that cater to every taste, offering everything from authentic Italian and high Chinese cuisine to innovative American dishes and flavorful Mexican street food. Each restaurant in Midtown East prides itself on combining high-quality ingredients with expert preparation to delight the palate of even the most discerning food enthusiasts. Reviewers consistently praise the area's restaurants for their impeccable service, creative menus, and inviting ambiance, making each dining experience unique and memorable. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner spot, a high-energy rooftop meal, or a cozy nook offering the comforts of classic cuisine, Midtown East's dining scene is equipped to satisfy all your culinary desires. This vibrant dining locale is not just about food but an expression of culture and refinement, making it a top destination for anyone looking to indulge in top-tier gastronomic delights.

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