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1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 155 times today

The Palm Court’s Afternoon Tea truly shines with custom tableware and china, a fragrant tea list steeped in history, and of course, a bit of precocious Eloise too. Guests are invited to nibble on our in-house Pastry Chef’s unique culinary offerings like delicate finger sandwiches, buttery scones and elegant desserts, which are all made from scratch with local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.Hours: Breakfast* | 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Confirmed breakfast reservations at The Palm Courtare reserved for hotel guests at this time.Afternoon Tea | 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.Evening Prix Fixe | 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Reservations are not required but recommended*Evening prix fixe menu ends at 10:30 p.m.*Based on hotel occupancy. Hotel guests will be priority.For parties larger than 6 guests, please send an inquiry email to PalmCourt.PLZ@Fairmont.com

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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29844)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 504 times today

Carmine's is a neighborhood gem in NYC's Theater District, serving up Southern Italian cuisine in a family style. Reviews rave about the generous portions, exceptional value, and warm, inviting atmosphere. It's praised for its 'authentic Italian trattoria' vibe and 'cozy and intimate setting'. The service is frequently mentioned as attentive, efficient, and gracious. The restaurant exudes a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere, perfect for dining with friends and family.

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3. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1087)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 32 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

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4. Red Rooster Harlem

4.7

Exceptional(10591)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Harlem

Booked 85 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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5. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(814)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 29 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. BG - Bergdorf Goodman

4.8

Exceptional(4676)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown West

Booked 81 times today

Sophistication on the Seventh Floor of Bergdorf Goodman with afternoon into evening Central Park views. BG is a modern interpretation of the aristocratic social salon. Like a Park Avenue residence from the age of cosmopolitan glamour. Well-appointed and bright, the drawing room atmosphere is an intimate conversational setting for lunch, tea and early supper or cocktails. The light and sparkling menu is a modern take on classic New York fare. All Day menu served Mon - Sat from Noon-6 PM , and Sunday from Noon -5 PM*Enjoy Afternoon Tea service Mon-Sat from Noon:-5:00 PM and Sun from Noon-5:00 PM, reservations required.

7. Cafe Luxembourg

4.8

Exceptional(8651)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Upper West Side

Booked 155 times today

Cafe Luxembourg is offering reservations for indoor dining. Walk-Ins are welcome. Our Outdoor Cafe is complete with rain-proof awnings, fans, and electric heaters for your comfort. *Per the rules and regulations of the DINING OUT NYC Program, Outdoor Seating will be limited beginning 11.01.24. Weather permitting, outdoor tables will be first-come, first-served.Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-873-7411. We look forward to seeing you soon. The safety and welfare of our employees and guests is a top priority.Cafe Luxembourg has newly installed Merv13 filters, installed in all ducts. The filters trap 98% of airborne particles as small as .3 microns The air is not recycled but forced fresh air. Thank you for your patronage!

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8. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(8517)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 184 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Join us for Happy Hour at our Bar!Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

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9. The Smith- Lincoln Square

4.6

Exceptional(12162)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Square

Booked 344 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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10. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

4.8

Exceptional(18312)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 236 times today

Tony's has served up some of the best old NY Italian favorites. Our cooking comes from Southern Neapolitan traditions and served up in huge family style platters that serve 2 to 3 people.

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Seattle / Eastern Washington •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an amazing birthday experience. Delicious cakes, sandwiches and scones, great tea and an extra birthday treat. All in the great space at the palm court. Arrive feom Friz was exceptional - we will be back just to see him again. A very special experience that I highly recommend
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The Palm Court at The Plaza HotelPrice: Very Expensive• American• Midtown East
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4.4
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Toni
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food, service and ambience! Try everything. The burger was the most basic dish. Everything else is a must try! I didn't expect the mac & cheese and greens to be such a great combination.
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Red Rooster HarlemPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Harlem
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4.7
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FlorenceD
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Such a decorative place & perfect for Christmas! Had a great time. Wish they had more vegetarian dish. Some vegetarians hot meal. But my quinoa & kale salad was very delicious so that made my night! Overall it was magical because of the ambiance!
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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Sarah
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I don’t recall his name but our server was outstanding! Pleasant, fun, and helpful. The family talked about what a great vibe he brought to dinner! We go as a family every time we go to NYC (our third trip) and food is always delicious, with PLENTY to go around. Also appreciated the water pitcher on the table. As a large family (table of 9), it’s so much easier to keep the water glasses full ourselves. Thanks again!!
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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Melanie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was a fun & greatly priced experience to share with your loved ones. Anthony, our instructor, was friendly and very personable and the food was delicious. A good bang for your buck! Will come again for the food alone.
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Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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4.9

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1. The Palm Court at The Plaza Hotel

2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

3. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4. Red Rooster Harlem

5. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

6. BG - Bergdorf Goodman

7. Cafe Luxembourg

8. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

9. The Smith- Lincoln Square

10. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown

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