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A photo of Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience restaurant
1. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(992)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 24 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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2. Bartley Dunnes
4.5
Awesome(135)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 9 times today
**Please note that we are strictly over 21's***Fernando's Hideaway is now on Open Table! Please follow the link below:https://www.opentable.com/r/fernandos-hideaway-new-york *Bartley Dunne’s is a new cocktail bar in the heart of New York City offering Music, Art, Cocktails & Food to its customers. With its sleek bordello-style interior design, signature cocktails crafted by celebrated mixologist Conor Myers and funky house & disco beats, Bartley Dunne’s is a unique and unforgettable experience. While reservations are recommended, we also welcome walk-in guests. If you're in the neighborhood, feel free to drop by, and we'll do our best to accommodate you. Our Food & Drink menus are symphony of flavors, carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Step into a world where every bite and sip is an adventure where tradition meets innovation and where your dining experience is nothing short of extraordinary.We look forward to welcoming you in soon!
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3. Benihana - New York, NY
4.2
Awesome(5611)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 117 times today
Benihana in New York is a fun dining spot with a unique dining experience. It's a lively place with personal chefs performing the ancient art of Teppanyaki right in front of guests. As one reviewer said, 'The chef's entertainment' makes for a 'fun and delicious' meal. Kids love the interactive 'cooking show' and the festive atmosphere. It's a great spot for family dinners and birthday celebrations.
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4. Sugar Factory - Time Square
3.2
Good(1025)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Theater District
Booked 73 times today
Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot, expands in New York with their new Times Square location. The family-friendly, high-energy, celebration destination known for its sweets and treats is set to open in New Yorks famous Times Square.“Our high-energy, sweet restaurant is enjoyed by guests across the state of New York, and we’re excited to introduce our brand to the residents of Manhattan,” shares Sugar Factory owner Charissa Davidovici. “From our colorful and vibrant dishes, to our over-the-top desserts, every moment at Sugar Factory Jacksonville will offer guests an extremely memorable and instagrammable experience from the minute they walk in to the minute they leave.”
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5. SAPPE
4.7
Exceptional(119)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Greenwich Village
Booked 170 times today
SAPPE is a trip to explore something unique, authentic and ethereal. Our guest will be indulged and pampered through all their five perceptions; visual, auditory, olfactory, haptic and gustatory. SAPPE is the extraordinary place where people come to rejoice and revel. The train market and street food style are what SAPPE aim to offer. The vibe of bustling ambience of train station, the food stalls that offer street bites ‘ปิ้งย่าง (Ping-Yang)’ which is variety of grilled goodies on bamboo skewers and BBQ, as well as the bold flavor of E-San style cuisine are what SAPPE is looking to introduce.
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6. The Dickens
4.6
Exceptional(110)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Hell's Kitchen
Booked 19 times today
The Dickens is a literary-themed cocktail bar and restaurant located in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, New York City. This venue offers a complete experience for dinner, drinks, and dancing, featuring six unique spaces, including a rooftop bar. The Dickens is celebrated for its inventive cocktails and tasty food, all within an inclusive and immersive atmosphere.
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7. Barolo East
4.7
Exceptional(1047)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Midtown East
Booked 10 times today
Barolo East located in midtown east and offers Northen Italian Cuisine . The handmade pasta and daily specials is what differentiates this midtown gem. The rustic decor with contemporary details friendly and welcoming staff ceates a cozy ambience where you can unwind and simply enjoy what the chef has prepared. The bar area is welcoming with vast variety of liquors and cocktails. The wine selection is extensive which allows for many options in choosing a perfect match to go with your meal.
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8. T-Squared Social
4.3
Awesome(66)
Price: Expensive
• American • Garment District
Booked 9 times today
T-Squared Social is a multi-dimensional dining and entertainment experience started by Tiger Woods and Justin Timberlake. Merging elevated cuisine and craft cocktails with state-of-the-art Full Swing sports simulators, Duckpin bowling, darts and premium sports-watching, T-Squared Social brings together the best of entertainment and sports. Whether you’re a group of two or 20, this venue has something for everyone to enjoy. Located just a block from Grand Central Station in Midtown Manhattan, T-Squared Social is the ultimate place to catch up with friends, enjoy a delicious meal, watch a ballgame and have some fun. The menu features a variety of hand-crafted cocktails, beers and wines, as well as shareable plates perfect for groups. T-Squared Social also has a variety of private event offerings and can host up to 400 people. Learn more about private event options on their website.
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9. Playa Betty's
4.6
Exceptional(1232)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Upper West Side
Booked 16 times today
A Road Trip Down the California Coast serving up California Beach Food to New York City's Upper West Side. Stop by & enjoy the best of the West Coast!
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10. Daniela's
4.5
Awesome(3502)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Daniela Trattoria! Offering age-old Italian tradition and timeless recipes that have been passed down through generations, this Italian restaurant successfully combines cuisine and atmosphere to create a dining experience that won’t soon be forgotten. Perfect for pre or post-theater visits and large parties, Daniela Trattoria is the kind of place that could be your home away from home. The smells of spices and homemade Italian cooking fill the air while a friendly and knowledgeable wait staff bends over backwards to cater to your every need. The menu is vast and impressive showcasing traditional Italian specialties. There is something here sure to tempt every palate even the most discriminating of gourmets! No matter what the occasion calls for or your appetite demands, the friendly staff at Daniela Trattoria promises to make your next dining experience truly unforgettable.

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Discover best fun restaurants in Upper West Side

Discover the epitome of dining fun on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, where a vibrant array of restaurants offers a lively and enjoyable atmosphere perfect for any fun-seeking diner. From charming spots that blend old-world elegance with modern flair to cozy locales offering intimate jazz evenings, each restaurant provides a unique vibe that captures the essence of fun. Delight in a range of culinary experiences from classic American comfort food with a twist to exquisite Mediterranean dishes, all served in settings that prioritize great service and a welcoming ambiance. This bustling neighborhood is celebrated for its diverse dining scene, where every restaurant promises not only delicious meals but also a memorable, fun-filled dining experience. Whether you're looking for an upbeat place for a group outing or a romantic spot with live music, the Upper West Side has an array of options that cater to all tastes and occasions. Enjoy the perfect blend of culinary excellence and lively atmospheres where every meal is an opportunity for enjoyment and celebration in the heart of Manhattan.

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