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1. Sandro's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(975)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 24 times today
Sandro's, a cherished family-run establishment, offers an authentic Roman dining experience. Chef Sandro Fioriti crafts timeless Roman dishes, while his wife Anna and son Sandro Jr. oversee the restaurant's day to day operations. Eschewing flashy decor and modern tunes, Sandro's ambiance transports guests to Italy, with its traditional cuisine and exclusively Italian wine selection, constantly evolving to delight wine enthusiasts.WHEN BOOKING PLEASE NOTE THE SEATING OPTION YOU ARE BOOKING FOR. BAR is for seats at the BAR, and DINING ROOM is for tables in the restaurant. We will do our best to accommodate any seating requests but cannot guarantee accommodation. As a busy establishment with limited space, we kindly ask that large strollers may be turned away to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all our guests.If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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2. The Alderman
4.3
Awesome(83)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 53 times today
Nestled right in the heart of Times Square, The Alderman, A modern American Tavern, promises an unforgettable dining experience that transcends mere sustenance—a symphony of flavors, a dance of textures, and a celebration of New York’s rich culinary heritage.
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3. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie
4.5
Awesome(2529)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Midtown East
Booked 24 times today
Rated a Top 5 Newcomer by Zagat, Pera brings an authentic taste of eastern Mediterranean cuisine to Manhattan.Pera derives its name from an elegant neighborhood in Istanbul that has served as the melting pot for many cultures and cuisines since the 17th century. Pera features numerous mezes, specially prepared and marinated cuts of grilled meats and seafood, traditional and modern Mediterranean side dishes and regional breads baked a la minute.Large group accommodations, private dining, special events, catering and delivery services are available. Please email events@peranyc.com.
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4. David Burke Tavern
4.4
Awesome(922)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Upper East Side
Booked 11 times today
David Burke Tavern is a modern American restaurant by award-winning Celebrity Chef David Burke. Situated on the first two stories of a stately townhouse on New York City’s Upper East Side, the restaurant showcases Burke’s creative and contemporary approach to classic fare – often with showstopping presentations. Signature dishes highlight seafood, steakhouse staples and beyond, including Lobster Dumplings with spicy tomato, Crab Cake Pretzel Raft, Tavern Cheeseburger, and Burke’s famous “Clothesline” Maple & Black Pepper Candied Bacon, plus a full SUSHI MENU. David Burke Tavern offers dinner, bar and lounge menus, as well as multiple private dining spaces including the intimate Himalayan Salt Room lined with pink sea salt bricks. Private dining spaces can accommodate anywhere from 10-100 guests, with options to reserve floors and the full restaurant.
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5. Isabelle’s Osteria
4.6
Exceptional(698)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gramercy Park
Booked 41 times today
Isabelle's Osteria is a New Restaurant in NYC offering Italian/Mediterranean Fare.
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6. Sarabeth's West
4.6
Exceptional(1992)
Price: Moderate
• American • Upper West Side
Booked 8 times today
Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.
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7. Ainslie Bowery
4.1
Excellent(141)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • NoHo
Booked 21 times today
Some things to know when booking with us! Due to high volume,No outside decorations or balloons are allowed for non private reservations. Outside desserts are welcome for a non-waivable fee of $25 per outside dessert. A specific dining room cannot be guaranteed. For any special requests, please leave a note in your reservation.We do not seat incomplete parties.An increase in headcount may not be accommodable, please contact us to confirm your request.** Brunch Reservations **All parties of 9 and under are subject to a 90 minute table limit.All Parties of 10 or more are subject to a 120 minute table limit.** Large Party Reservations (10+) **For parties of 10 or more, we require a different type of dining experience, called Family Style. Guest are required to order from our "Family Style Menu" up to 72-hours prior to their reservation. Any reservations without a "Family Style Menu" submitted 24-hours in advance, will be subject to cancellation.Hope to see you soon!
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8. Charlie Palmer Steak IV
4.5
Awesome(4861)
Price: Expensive
• American • Theater District
Booked 16 times today
Introducing Charlie Palmer Steak IV, the newest addition to Chef Charlie Palmer's renowned collection of steakhouses, restaurants, and bars. Nestled on the 4th floor of The Knickerbocker Hotel, a Beaux-Arts masterpiece by John Jacob Astor IV, this contemporary steakhouse celebrates the legacy and elegance of The Knickerbocker, the legendary luxury Midtown hotel. Its sophisticated design, specialty menu offerings, and immersive table-side service echo the opulence of its surroundings. True to the Charlie Palmer Steak philosophy, Charlie Palmer Steak IV transcends the institutional steakhouse tradition in a modern, welcoming, and exquisite setting.
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9. Rossini's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2132)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Murray Hill
Booked 12 times today
Located in the charming neighborhood of Murray Hill, Rossini's has been serving fine Northern Italian Cuisine for 46 years. The genuine friendliness and warm service makes diners feel right at home in this family owned restaurant. We specialize in Northern Italian Cuisine but also features dishes throughout the Italian Peninsula. Our cuisine is based on many long standing family recipes as well as new and innovative Italian presentations.Our menu offers a wide variety of pasta, chicken, veal and fish dishes or our chef will prepare your favorite dish if you don't see it on the menu.The large chairs and roomy interior provides an ambiance that is perfect for the important business lunch or the intimate romantic dinner.
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10. Rosie O'Grady's
4.5
Awesome(2357)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 26 times today
Walk- ins always welcomeFamily owned and operated for over 40 years,Rosie O’Grady’s is conveniently located in Midtown, at 148 West 51st Street. Full lunch and dinner menus featuring dishes for all tastes. You can enjoy the finest quality Prime USDA steaks and fresh seafood cooked to your liking, as well as hearty pastas, or light crispy salads. Prix Fixe Lunch and Dinner Menus are offered daily.Rosie's Pub offers Pub Menu and casual, friendly atmosphere.

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  • Ryan
    Utah •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing food. Literally everything we had, the duck appetizer, the wedge salad and the salmon and New York strip was incredible. The portions are big (the steak was 12 oz) and our server, Julio was outstanding as well. Loved everything about this place and it wasn't over crowded at all. Would highly recommend this place.
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    The AldermanPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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    4.3
  • Robin
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We very much enjoyed our dinner at Sandro’s. The food was extremely delicious and the service was courteous and efficient. The restaurant is small and the noise level increased as the restaurant got busier, but everyone seemed happy to be there and having a convivial time. All in all, it was a treat and we look forward to returning.
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    Sandro's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.8
  • Barbaravip
    New York City •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything was spot on for our dinner at Isabella’s. We were made to feel so welcome by everyone from servers to bussers to maitre d - even a trainee spotted a concern and immediately offered assistance. The food was excellent and generous for the price point in Manhattan. Stand outs were the roasted beets and endive salad. The homemade pasta was also cooked perfectly - al dente but not too much so. We will be back!
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    Isabelle’s OsteriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Gramercy Park
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    4.6
  • Siuresh
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The menu choices were excellent and so was the taste. Ambience although a little noisy is very nice with excellent service levels. I am a reasonable regular to Pera for the above reasons and would recommend the restaurant to anyone looking for tasty Mediterranean cuisine.
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    Pera Mediterranean BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Midtown East
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    4.5
  • Barbaravip
    New York City •96 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent prix-fixe lunch. Also great steak frites. Great service and quiet enough for easy conversation.
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    David Burke TavernPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Upper East Side
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    4.4

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