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1. The Alderman
4.2
Awesome(158)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown West
Booked 42 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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2. Sandro's Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(993)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 29 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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3. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie
4.4
Awesome(2546)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Midtown East
Booked 21 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
4.5
Awesome(945)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Upper East Side
Booked 18 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. Sarabeth's West
4.6
Exceptional(1995)
Price: Moderate
• American • Upper West Side
Booked 10 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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6. Charlie Palmer Steak IV
4.2
Awesome(4873)
Price: Expensive
• American • Theater District
Booked 25 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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7. Rosie O'Grady's
4.4
Awesome(2401)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 47 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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8. Del Frisco's Grille - NYC
4.3
Awesome(4811)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Rockefeller Center
Booked 155 times today
Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.
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9. Rossini's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2146)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Murray Hill
Booked 18 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. Sushi Ryusei
4.8
Exceptional(418)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Murray Hill
Booked 2 times today
We are open to indoor seating, and take-out & delivery. Most of sushi counter seatings are for Omakase. We offer also regular menu a la carte, set menu, hot food, maki rolls as standard reservation. Click reservation the time ---> choose standard(tables) or counter. Another phone number (212)983-0525Sushi Ryusei is a new traditional Sushi restaurant located in Murray Hill. It features an Omakase Chef's Sushi Counter as well as traditional choices by former head chef Masato Oyama at Sushi of Gari Columbus and Sushi of Gari Tribeca. Our other skilled chef is also from sushi of Gari.

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  • RaquelVIP
    San Diego •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great middle eastern style food. Some options I expected were not on the menu like gyro or saffron basmati rice but what we did order were great traditional dishes.
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    Pera Mediterranean BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Midtown East
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    4.4
  • OpenTable Diner
    Nashville •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our family really enjoyed our experience at Sandro’s. The staff and atmosphere were welcoming and the food was amazing. The halibut was cooked to perfection, as was the Cacio e Pepe! We recommend dining there and will definitely go back.
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    Sandro's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.9
  • Nicole
    San Antonio •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This place is just perfect! First we had the Parker rolls (must have) the whipped butter with garlic was so tasty!! Second we had the wedge salad which was very fresh and the spicy ranch was so good. Third we had the skirt steak with twice baked potato. Skirt steak was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. The cranberry pear punch cocktail was great!! All around great atmosphere. Highly recommend!!
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    The AldermanPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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    4.2
  • AllenVIP
    New York City •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We sat upstairs and thoroughly enjoyed our rack of lamb dinners. Despite many tables being vacant, a group of eight people on the other side of the room were discourteously noisy. Our service was less attentive than it should have been, especially given the absence of other tables for her to wait on. Nonetheless, the food was excellent and we enjoyed ourselves.
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    David Burke TavernPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Upper East Side
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    4.5
  • AndrewVIP
    Hawaii •45 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 11, 2024
    We had the eggs Benedict and the lemon curd pancakes. Both were very good. I would definitely have the Benedict again. Good service.
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    Sarabeth's WestPrice: Moderate• American• Upper West Side
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    4.6

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