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4.7
Exceptional(6194)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Midtown West
Booked 126 times today
Quality Italian is New York's best steakhouse. Our renowned steak and delicious Italian food make us a popular destination for folks seeking a great meal. Whether you are looking for a wonderful lunch or an inviting brunch, we provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit us today to experience the best steak and Italian food in New York for yourself. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Italian is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and NYC.
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4.7
Exceptional(10653)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 103 times today
Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.
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4.7
Exceptional(6243)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 173 times today
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005.Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.
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4.4
Awesome(14620)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Midtown East
Booked 72 times today
A 16-foot Buddha, which floats above a reflecting pool filled with Japanese carp, presides over the scene at Tao. A favorite destination for celebrities and athletes, this Pan Asian restaurant specializes in authentic Hong Kong Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Tao has three levels of dining including the prized "Skybox" which offers views of this former movie theater unparalleled in New York. In addition to its 300 seats, Tao includes a sushi bar, lounge and two bars at which to enjoy the food and the show. Appetizers range from $8 - $18; Entrees: $16 -$39. Offering $31.50 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu year round.
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4.5
Awesome(2406)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 216 times today
A new lively, modern Italian restaurant from Quality Branded.
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4.2
Awesome(1533)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown East
Booked 37 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 Pink Taco - NYC restaurant
3.9
Excellent(813)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Theater District
Booked 46 times today
Welcome to Pink Taco - home of Iconic Rock n' Roll Vibe Dining. With every salted rim, Pink Taco is redefining the dining industry; crafting an unforgettable experience of Mexican-inspired fare, that is daringly imaginative with our uncomplicated and innovative approach to LA-style street tacos, perfectly shaken margaritas, signature cocktails and best-in-class service. Whether it's the music the moves you, or the Instagrammable moments you want to capture with our murals, decor, neon lights, Pink Tacos & Squirt Can Paloma (yes, you read that right), join Pink Taco for Lunch, Dinner, Taco Tuesdays, Hangover Brunch & Happy Hour. Your night starts NOW at Pink Taco!
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4.7
Exceptional(209)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • East Village
Booked 246 times today
Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.
A photo of Ocean Prime - New York restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6529)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Rockefeller Center
Booked 59 times today
Located in Midtown on 52nd between 6th & 7th, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
A photo of Koi - New York restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3593)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 29 times today
Rich earth tones of orange, red and brown impart warmth to the cool and tranquil space. Thin tapestries of translucent rose fabric are embellished with flame motifs and suspended from the ceiling, creating a separate seating area perfect for a light bite near the large front windows. Famous for its unique and mouth-watering interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Upscale Japanese fare is given a jolt of new life through an innovative use of ingredients, resulting in refreshing and exciting flavor combinations. Crispy Rice with Spice Tuna, an addictive version of the classic spicy tuna roll, featuring warm grilled rice topped with a thick layer of cool, savory tuna. Baked Crab Roll, for which succulent fresh crabmeat is wrapped in a thin rice crepe paper dotted with sesame seeds and baked to perfection. Hamachi Fusion with Soy-Citrus and Truffle Essence all artfully plated by Koi’s skilled culinary team.

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  • Shadae
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Lagos went above and beyond my expectations. The food was incredible. They weren’t cheap with the liquor in the drinks. The vibe was great and they played the best music. I love the fact that the manager and the waiters always checked on us to make sure that we were good. I would definitely go back again.
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    Lagos TSQPrice: Expensive• West African• Theater District
    4.2
  • AngelynnVIP
    Central Kentucky •40 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This was a nice restaurant. Our food was good. We ordered fried dumplings, house special fried rice, general tso chicken, and orange chicken. Both our chickens looked the same so I think they messed up our order and gave us both general tso chicken. Again, it was good but I was disappointed that I did not get to eat orange chicken. I loved their house special fried rice, it was delicious. Everyone was kind and the restaurant was clean.
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    川雲涧 Sky Pavilion NYCPrice: Expensive• Sichuan• Hell's Kitchen
    4.4
  • jamesVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 9, 2025
    The food was incredible—bursting with amazing flavors, especially the fried rice and chicken vindaloo. I can’t wait to return and explore more of the menu. Most importantly, the service was outstanding. The staff genuinely cares for their guests, making the experience even more memorable.
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    Spice Symphony Times SquarePrice: Moderate• Indian• Times Square
    4.7
  • Shirley
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 7, 2025
    The atmosphere, décor, and service were excellent—truly top-notch. However, I found the $60 Restaurant Week dinner menu to be on the lighter side. The staff encouraged us to order additional dishes for sharing, which we didn’t opt for, but unfortunately, we didn’t feel full and ended up getting food elsewhere afterward. For my main course, I chose the beef dish and was surprised to find it was a patty—I wish this had been clearly indicated on the menu. It wasn’t particularly impressive. That said, the cocktail and dessert were the highlights of the meal and truly stood out.
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    NAROPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Midtown
    4.6
  • Andy
    New York City •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 1, 2025
    Excellent food drink and service. Cant wait to go again
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    bombay grill housePrice: Moderate• Indian• Midtown West
    4.4
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