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A photo of Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(756)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 35 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.
A photo of Sushi on Me - Jackson Heights restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(597)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Jackson Heights
Booked 6 times today
Sushi On Me in Jackson Heights is a blast! It's a unique, speakeasy-style sushi joint that delivers a fun, intimate, and high-energy experience. Reviewers rave about the amazing food, the delightful and fun staff, and the great vibes. The omakase experience is described as 'incredible', with 'imaginative and scrumptious' dishes. It's also a great spot for special events and celebrations, and the place where you can 'make friends with the rest of the bar'. So, get ready to have a night to remember!
A photo of Central Park Boathouse restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(886)
Price: Very Expensive
• Continental • Upper East Side
Booked 54 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.
A photo of Lips NYC restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1651)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Turtle Bay
Booked 16 times today
LIPS has been NYC's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for almost 30 years! Dinner, Drinks & Fabulous Drag Shows nightly, plus Brunch on Sat & Sun.Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over that top drag queens. DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY thru SUNDAY!Wed: Wacky WednesdaysThur: The Divas ShowFri: Glitz & Glam Dinner ShowsSat: All You Can Drink Dragalicious Brunch, Glitz & Glam Dinner Shows plus the LATE NIGHT Dirty Show (18+ ONLY)Sun: Broadway Brunch & The Diva's Show-PRICES, MINIMUMS & COVERS BY NIGHT-WED, THUR & SUN, $20 Food Min + $15 Cover | FRI $59 Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) |SAT 6 ($59) & 8:30pm PRIME TIME Show ($69) Dinner Show Package (drinks additional) | SAT 11:00 DIRTY SHOW, 2 Drink Min + $15 Cover (18+ TO ENTER & 21+ TO DRINK) GOVT ID REQUIRED -ALL ID'S WILL BE CHECKED! |SAT & SUN - $47 All You Can Drink Brunch & Show |(8.875% tax & 20% suggested tip additional) --Age: 18+
A photo of Hoexters restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(238)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Upper East Side
Booked 39 times today
Cozy, warm and inviting, Hoexter’s revival pays homage to its origins as a vibrant Upper East Side destination. Come in for a perfectly chilled martini and shrimp cocktail at our bar or indulge in our decadent gorgonzola garlic bread and a steak au poivre in one of our elegant dining room banquettes. Our menu has a little something for everyone, life's simple pleasures perfected! Book online or by calling us at 212-288-1777
A photo of Ophelia restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1466)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 38 times today
Cocktail Lounge atop the historic Beekman Tower offering 360 views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.Ophelia offers a crafted a two-part cocktail menu featuring reinventions of classic and signature cocktails inspired by the natural elements and the glory of the lounge during its heyday in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Ambrosio sources ingredients from local and international artisans, farmers, and fishmongers to create an elevated and refined culinary voyage. Small dishes include Maine Lobster Spring Rolls, Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with dried cherries, Classic Caviar Service, Prime Beef Tenderloin, and Truffle Fries.
A photo of Piccola Cucina Uptown restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2097)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 95 times today
Piccola Cucina Cucina Uptown ! Located in the heart of New York City , offer an authentic Italian dining experience and warm ambience. The restaurant presents a menu rich in Italian flavors, featuring fresh seafood, handmade pastas, and traditional Sicilian specialties like the Pasta alla Norma .For a unique dining experience, guests can enjoy our beautiful and intimate balcony on the second floor, perfect for a cozy meal with a view.Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner or a lively gathering, Piccola Cucina Uptown delivers an unforgettable culinary journey in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere."
A photo of The Smith - Midtown restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8177)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 160 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.
A photo of Cafe d'Alsace restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3529)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 45 times today
Cafe d'Alsace is a lively spot with a vibrant ambiance. Reviewers rave about the great food, friendly service, and lovely decor. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere makes it a joy to visit, and the excellent service adds to the fun. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'fun buzzy vibe'!
A photo of Red Rooster Harlem restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10548)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Harlem
Booked 71 times today
Located in the heart of Harlem, Red Rooster Harlem serves comfort food that celebrates the roots of American cuisine and the neighborhood's diverse culinary traditions. We seek to share the story of Harlem with our guests and offer a space that celebrates local artists, musicians and culinary talents alike. We embrace today's Harlem with a spirit of inclusiveness and community by hiring our family of staff from within the community, inspiring better eating through neighborhood cooking classes, and buying from local purveyors.
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  • Halynnvip
    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always delicious food! The chicken bolognese was the best dish on the table. The pasta making experience was a lot of fun. I took some out of town guests. I would definitely do it again!
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    Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
    4.9
  • Mary
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first visit to New York and a friend recommended The Boathouse. We had a lovely window and very friendly server. I had the vegan and gluten free mushroom entree and members of our party enjoyed pasta, crab cake, burgers, soup and salad. All of the dishes we delicious! We walked to the restaurant after visiting The Met for a couple of hours. After lunch, we walked back to the museum until close. A magical NYC day!
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    Central Park BoathousePrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Upper East Side
    4.6
  • kori
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    out of everything i did on my new york trip, broadway brunch at lips was easily the most fun event on my list. some of these girls even sang live...WHAT!? the energy was insane, the service was top notch, and the food was surprisingly delicious. they had me singing, dancing, laughing, and screaming at the top of my lungs during a time of day i'm usually asleep for. i left with so much energy, i forgot that my feet were sore and danced all the way to the subway. don't read anymore reviews, just book it!
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    Lips NYCPrice: Very Expensive• American• Turtle Bay
    4.8
  • Mary
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Incredible experience. Truly never short of a fun and delicious event. The chefs and sake boy really know how to engage with the crowd, provide excellent service, and deliver and unforgettable night. You leave so full and so happy that the hour just flies by. Already the 2nd time my friends and I have dined here because we couldn’t stop talking about the first time. I recommend it to everyone!!
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    Sushi on Me - Jackson HeightsPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Jackson Heights
    4.9
  • Michaelvip
    New York City •51 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    A new neighborhood favorite! Outstanding service, exceptional food, proper cocktails and a feeling of pre-Covid NYC smart and chic that’s been sorely missing from the UES dining scene. Please keep the secret ;)
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    HoextersPrice: Very Expensive• American• Upper East Side
    4.6
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