Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Upper West Side

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1. Cafe Fiorello

4.7

Exceptional(10239)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lincoln Square

Booked 118 times today

Our outdoor cafe is first come, first served. We do not take reservations for our outdoor cafe.----------------------------------A forum for Lincoln Center’s performing arts culture for nearly 30 years, Café Fiorello features a sprawling bar filled with more than 50 kinds of antipasti. Finished in warm wood, brass and mirrors, the main dining room suggests a timeless charm. In addition to the hot and cold antipasto specialties of vegetables and seafood, the menu features updated Italian classics and specialty dishes, as well as a selection of seafood, steak, veal & pasta.

2. Sessions

4.2

Awesome(140)

Price: Expensive

• American • Theater District

Booked 12 times today

Sessions Restaurant & Bar represents the soundtrack of the city with farm-fresh all-day dining, art, and music memorabilia. Located on the main level this light-filled atrium offers live, unplugged musical performances and an open-air terrace that evokes the energy of New York City.

3. Grand Brasserie

4.2

Awesome(64)

Price: Expensive

• French • Midtown East

Booked 57 times today

About Grand BrasserieTimeless elegance of historic Grand Central Terminal with the laid-back elegance of French design. Landmark Vanderbilt Hall, once the Terminal's main waiting room, has been transformed into Grand Brasserie, a New York City meeting place with Parisian flair. Open daily from 5:30 AM to 2 AM, our brasserie features two impressive bars and dining rooms, offering a menu filled with timeless French classics. Whether you're seeking a morning espresso, a leisurely lunch, or a late-night drink, Grand Brasserie is your go-to destination for authentic French cuisine in the heart of New York City. What you need to knowHow to get to. Located inside Grand Central Terminal, in the grand Vanderbilt Hall. 89 E 42nd St. Entrance to Grand Central Terminal at 42nd Street & Park Avenue. Grand Brasserie is an airy 400-seat restaurant and bar, open during the terminal’s hours, 7 days a week. Brunch from 5:30 AM - 3 PM. Dinner until 2 AM. Lunch Prix Fixe menu available daily.

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4. The Blue Dog Cookhouse And Bar

4.4

Awesome(1844)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 53 times today

Step out of the Hot sun into our breezy outside seating available in the private rotunda. Blue Dog is dedicated to nourishment you can trust with quality locally sourced contemporary Ingredients. Our 7 day a week Brunch and Burger menu has made us famous in New York City with an established presence of over 14 years. We offer outstanding natural products including free-range chicken and all natural steak. We also provide a warm and intimate experience that will makes you feel right at home. We give you the options you need, regardless of dietary restrictions or choices. Keeping our promise, to offer nourishment you can trust, quality you can depend on, integrity you can rely on, and care in all we do. Join us for a filling breakfast, brunch, lunch, happy hour or dinner. There’s something for every appetite here at Blue Dog! Don’t forget to check out our full cocktail and espresso bar in the upscale, welcoming café. Enjoy!Have a Wonderful Day and we expect to see you very soon !!!

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5. TAO Downtown - New York

4.6

Exceptional(7047)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Chelsea

Booked 117 times today

Designed by Rockwell Group, TAO Downtown offers a distinct sense of arrival and discovery and is the first TAO venue where guests descend into a multi-level space. The subterranean restaurant, located in the heart of Chelsea, is intended to look and feel as if it has been there for decades and only unearthed recently to reveal the artifacts within. Upon arrival, guests immediately encounter a long corridor with a dragon scale patterned screen and Chinese calligraphy murals mounted on weathered brick walls.

6. Joe Allen

4.7

Exceptional(4667)

Price: Expensive

• American • Theater District

Booked 24 times today

Please note; we only take reservations up to one week in advance.With Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if you're desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call, as we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.We begin taking reservations seven days in advance starting at midnight online and at 11 a.m. over the phone. Because of staggered theatre times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more.For reservations after theatre, please check your show's running time at http://joeallenrestaurant.com/show_info

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7. Black Iron Burger Theater District

4.5

Awesome(99)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Theater District

Booked 38 times today

Fine dining chef based burgers - craft beer and cocktails - sports bar - private and corporate events and parties - late night lounge DJs - full bar license until 4am - best burger joint Zagat 2017 and 2018, best burger TripAdvisor 2019 to 2022New York Times Rated

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8. Knickerbocker Bar and Grill

4.8

Exceptional(2366)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Greenwich Village

Booked 37 times today

We are Open for Thanksgiving, see site for special menu and hours, but at this time please call for reservation availability."The place where New Yorkers eat"Knickerbocker is known for its great Jazz and its 28 oz. T- Bone Steaks and is a favorite among many celebrities including F. Murray Abraham, Chris Noth and Alec Baldwin. Racheal Ray listed us in her "NYC Favorites" and has praised our Shrimp Cocktail, Creamed Spinach, and of course our T- Bone Steaks.The word "Knickerbocker" itself, says "New York". Upon entering, you’ll know you're in the Village. Its wood paneled walls sport rare turn of the century posters and original caricatures by Al Hirschfeld. Large leather booths line the walls and brass rails accent the 100 year old marble bar, where Charles Lindbergh signed his Trans Atlantic contract.We have survived the times by using the freshest ingredients from local markets, and offering good solid value and quality.

9. Guantanamera

4.7

Exceptional(2098)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Midtown West

Booked 13 times today

Guantanamera is an instant escape from Midtown Manhattan to chic Old Havana.Guantanamera is a friendly, fun, vibrant Cuban restaurant featuring traditional Cuban fare, magnificent mojitos, complimentary hand-rolled cigars, & Live Cuban music. As indelibly Cuban as the classic love song that bestowed its name, Guantanamera, captures the essence of Old Havana with its exotic décor featuring exposed brick, candle-lit tables, rattan-covered ceiling fans, and hand-painted folkloric murals.

10. Playa Betty's

4.0

Excellent(1200)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Upper West Side

Booked 16 times today

A Road Trip Down the California Coast serving up California Beach Food to New York City's Upper West Side. Stop by & enjoy the best of the West Coast!

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TOBEYvip
New York City •55 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always outstanding meal & service! love my Caesar w Salmon salad. The pistachio gelato w espresso finished this special meal. The waitstaff is always so kind & professional. I come here alone, with family & with friends often.
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Cafe FiorelloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lincoln Square
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4.7
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Ms
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent experience beginning to end. The waitress was kind and attentive, and so was the staff that visited in between. The food and dessert was fresh and tasted amazing. Prices were fair for the size portions that were received. We had a great date night / bday celebration.
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TAO Downtown - New YorkPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Chelsea
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4.6
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Kara
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was delicious, fresh, with large portions and several options for vegetarians and vegans. The homemade veggie burger and rosemary fries were delicious and the sides and salads were large enough for a meal. Service was outstanding and the atmosphere became lively and louder later in the evening, but was cozy and quiet before the true dinner hour--though the seats are very close together so it would not be the ideal choice for an intimate, romantic dinner. Overall, I would highly recommend the Blue Dog Cookhouse and Bar and will definitely return if I'm in that neighborhood again.
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The Blue Dog Cookhouse And BarPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown West
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4.4
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Marianne
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Unexpectedly FANTASTIC! Food, Service, ambience and design.. excellent. A new GEM to relax and unwind in- while taking a break from the elegant but frenetic atmosphere of Grand Central terminal. Can't wait to return.
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Grand BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Midtown East
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4.2
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Kelli
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Nov 2024
Waiter was the best part. So kind and interested in where we were from and what we were doing:)
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SessionsPrice: Expensive• American• Theater District
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4.2

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75 restaurants available nearby

1. Cafe Fiorello

2. Sessions

3. Grand Brasserie

4. The Blue Dog Cookhouse And Bar

5. TAO Downtown - New York

6. Joe Allen

7. Black Iron Burger Theater District

8. Knickerbocker Bar and Grill

9. Guantanamera

10. Playa Betty's

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