Best Lunch Restaurants in Elmhurst

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1. Central Park Boathouse

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Upper East Side

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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2. The Smith - Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(8263)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 132 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.

3. Cafe d'Alsace

4.8

Exceptional(3600)

Price: Moderate

• French • Upper East Side

Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.

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4. Nami Nori - Williamsburg

4.9

Exceptional(29)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Williamsburg

Nami Nori is a casual, award. winning, temaki bar specializing in open-style sushi hand rolls. Our menu features signature temaki, including crunchy varieties, as well as takes on the classics and a special vegan section. The open-style temaki allows guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors, in each fun-to-eat, visually tempting bite.We also serve Japanese-inspired snacks and appetizers, along with a selection of beer, sake and wine, available on tap and by the bottle. Nami Nori is a casual yet elegant temaki bar offering guests a unique sushi dining experience in Williamsburg. Coming from the rarified Japanese restaurants in which they trained, partners Taka Sakaeda, Jihan Lee and Lisa Limb envisioned Nami Nori to be a more inclusive place that balances accessibility with a dedication to quality and creativity with a respect for traditional techniques.Nami Nori is a place to share with friends, old and new.

5. Noz Market

4.5

Awesome(10)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Upper East Side

Noz Market first opened its doors in October 2020, providing New Yorkers with a resource for high-end seafood, Japanese accoutrements, and delicious prepared sushi and sashimi.‍Past the hand roll bar and market front, a bamboo-lined hallway gives way to an intimate 10-seat counter where guests choose from two menu options: the Classic Menu ($80/person) and the Chef's Menu ($155/person). Lunch Omakase ($80/person) is available from Friday-Sunday.At our table seating, we offer an la carte menu of plated dishes, many of which also appear on our delivery menu.Reservations for our omakase counter and back tables are now available seven days a week. We look forward to hosting you!

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6. Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side

4.7

Exceptional(4286)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Upper East Side

Tony's Di Napoli has maintained its 20 year reputation by consistently serving delicious, straight forward, value oriented family style Southern Italian cuisine. Our staff continually wins rave reviews from the countless guests who have experienced the warmth and professionalism of our caring personnel. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, we offer multiple private party rooms at unbeatable rates. Our staff of planners can easily assist you in creating a memorable event. Remember no one ever leaves Tony's hungry. We offer off site catering, anywhere in Manhattan and deliveries from the 40's to the 90's. Take out is always available. We are so proud to be reopening on the East Side where our legacy began. Of course we look forward to seeing our old friends and neighbors, and we hope to make new friends as well. Please let us know how we can be of special service to you. Grazie, Ciao. Tony

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7. Fogo de Chão - Elmhurst, Queens NY

4.3

Awesome(381)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Elmhurst

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

8. Jacques Brasserie

4.7

Exceptional(1444)

Price: Expensive

• French • Upper East Side

Jacques Brasserie is a relaxing sanctuary deep in the heart of the Upper East Side. Low key and inviting, this two-room restaurant and bar serves classic French dishes amongst dark wooden walls adorned with vintage poster advertisements and bohemian scenes a la Toulouse-Lautrec. Open seven days a week, Jacques Brasserie serves lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.Our chef creates everything in house, producing classic dishes such as French Onion Soup, Escargot, Steak Frites, Poulet Roti, Salade Nicoise and our most popular dish, Moules Frites.Committed to serving the finest local and seasonal products, prepared in a stylish yet simple manner, a meal at Jacques Brasserie will captivate your senses. Bon Appetit!Note : we do not take reservations for BAR AREA ROOM it’s first come first served only.We cannot honor reservations for specific tables

9. Blue Mezze Bar

4.6

Exceptional(626)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Upper East Side

Booked 16 times today

Traditional food in a modern setting.Vibes of Mediterranean all around you while you taste the selected mezzes and sipping your drink. The Blue will leave your eyes and palate rejuvenated.

10. Sea Salt

4.7

Exceptional(278)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Upper East Side

Sea Salt is the new favorite neighborhood Modern Greek & Mediterranean Restaurant with three Course Lunch Menu, small plates, full dinner menu and well-thought-out craft cocktails. Perfect place for an intimate dining, groups, any special occasions, or solo dining with a feel at home vibes, casual atmosphere and a beautiful outdoor seating. Fun Brunch Weekends and Happy Hour specials Everyday!!

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Mark
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Excellent cuisine all around - AND one of the best burgers in town. Their crème brûlée is one of the best I’ve ever had.
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Cafe d'AlsacePrice: Moderate• French• Upper East Side
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4.8
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Celine
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good food and great ambiance . Would definitely recommend to go for a date night .
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Nami Nori - WilliamsburgPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Williamsburg
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4.9
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Alan
London •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A friendly and welcoming staff, very attentive and professional. Food/wine/beer was good and the view over the (frozen!) lake with the sun shining on it was a delight. Not cheap - but decent value for money for a special lunch with friends. Highly recommended.
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Central Park BoathousePrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Upper East Side
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4.5
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GrahamVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food is consistently very good (their bibimbop is a personal favorite - and the toffee pudding is incredible), service is always professional and attentive, the bar makes good drinks, and the setting is comfortable - if a bit loud (which can be good or bad depending on your audience, evening).
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The Smith - MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.7
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Maya
Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
I took my Japanese mom to Noz Market for their Christmas Eve special omakase, and it was truly a 10/10 experience. Every course was so carefully considered, the fish was fresh and delicious, and the chef was so kind and lovely to talk to. This meal was one of the best Omakases I’ve ever had, and for the quality and overall experience the price made it even better. Definitely coming back!
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Noz MarketPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Upper East Side
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4.5

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502 restaurants available nearby

1. Central Park Boathouse

2. The Smith - Midtown

3. Cafe d'Alsace

4. Nami Nori - Williamsburg

5. Noz Market

6. Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side

7. Fogo de Chão - Elmhurst, Queens NY

8. Jacques Brasserie

9. Blue Mezze Bar

10. Sea Salt

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