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1. Bad Roman
4.5
Awesome(2220)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 153 times today
A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.
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2. TAO Uptown
4.4
Awesome(14512)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Midtown East
Booked 132 times today
A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.
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3. Quality Meats
4.7
Exceptional(10540)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 98 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.
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4. Joe Allen
4.8
Exceptional(4706)
Price: Expensive
• American • Theater District
Booked 27 times today
Please note; we only take reservations up to one week in advance.With Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if you're desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call, as we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.We begin taking reservations seven days in advance starting at midnight online and at 11 a.m. over the phone. Because of staggered theatre times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more.For reservations after theatre, please check your show's running time at http://joeallenrestaurant.com/show_info
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5. RH Guesthouse, The Dining Room
4.8
Exceptional(884)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Meatpacking District
Booked 52 times today
A grand yet intimately scaled space, The Dining Room at The Guesthouse offers a live-fire dining experience in a setting defined by floor-to-ceiling travertine, a monolithic hearth, and embedded Molteni rotisseries. The menu features fresh ingredients from select sources, simply and elegantly prepared, along with a selection of Champagnes and wines from around the world.For group dining inquiries, please email: GHNYDR@rh.com
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6. Central Park Boathouse
4.6
Exceptional(944)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Upper East Side
Booked 25 times today
Dine with us in the beautifully updated restaurant that reimagines the Boathouse's iconic history and charm. Reviving old traditions and making new ones – we’ve got something for everybody.Monday - FridayLUNCH: 12pm -5pmSaturday & SundayBRUNCH: 11am - 5pmIn addition, our outdoor Express Cafe, is open daily from 8am to 5pm. *For parties of 10 or more: please contact us at info@centralparkboathouse.com **Please Note** Our restaurant is located inside of Central Park, which means all guests must arrive on foot, there is no parking at our property. The closest entrance and cross streets are 72nd street and 5th Ave.
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7. Cecconi's Dumbo
4.6
Exceptional(5263)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO
Booked 79 times today
In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.
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8. Penthouse on Park
4.3
Awesome(113)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Gramercy Park
Booked 15 times today
NoMad's luxe cocktail lounge located on the 22nd floor of the Royalton Park Avenue with floor-to-ceiling windows and a wraparound terrace.
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9. The Crosby Bar
4.5
Awesome(926)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 18 times today
The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.
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10. The Smith - East Village
4.7
Exceptional(4554)
Price: Moderate
• American • East Village
Booked 30 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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  • Kate
    New York City •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Had a delicious Christmas Eve dinner at Tao. The wait staff was courteous and kind. The Peking duck was delicious and we look forward to returning. Grateful to not be rushed on a holiday evening!
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    TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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    4.4
  • Nancy
    Utah •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Bad Roman was lively, festive and so much fun! I love the decor and find it inspires a good time with its whimsy. Our food was delicious… garlic babka, crispy calamari, Caesar salad and three types of pasta were all wonderful. Our server was terrific. All around great time!
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    Bad RomanPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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    4.5
  • KristinaVIP
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first experience and it did not disappoint. From the second we walked in we were blown away. The ambiance the food the service was top tier. We can’t wait to dine again next time we are in the city!
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    Quality MeatsPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown West
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    4.7
  • ShelbyVIP
    Orange County •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food, service, atmosphere was superb. We dined earlier in the evening, where it was just us two. Felt like a private date night, and that we weren’t even in the city. Can’t wait to return.
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    RH Guesthouse, The Dining RoomPrice: Very Expensive• American• Meatpacking District
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    4.8
  • Adam
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Fantastic experience! We arrived early and they were able to seat us. I ordered the meatloaf and my husband ordered the vegetarian stew. Both meals were delicious. Service was exceptional and very fast (thank you to our server Devon). I would def recommend and will return.
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    Joe AllenPrice: Expensive• American• Theater District
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    4.8

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