Best Restaurants for Groups in Midtown East

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1. TAO Uptown

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Midtown East

Booked 108 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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2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29436)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 434 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.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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3. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

3.9

Excellent(3613)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 92 times today

Experience New York City’s largest all-season indoor and outdoor rooftop bar featuring multiple bars, live DJs, bar bites, cocktails, rotating seasonal pop-ups, and epic views of the Empire State Building skyline. Located on the 18th floor, this rooftop bar offers unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and is situated in the heart of Midtown, just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, the Theater District, and Times Square.We are a 21+ venue, except during our brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 3 pm, which is open to all ages. Physical ID is required; copies are not accepted. All reservations have a 15-minute grace period.Reservations are optional. Walk-ins and large groups are strongly encouraged.

4. Nobu Fifty Seven

4.7

Exceptional(6075)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 206 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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5. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1023)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 24 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!

6. Quality Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(3001)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown West

Booked 195 times today

Quality Bistro is a bustling brasserie in midtown Manhattan from the team behind Quality Meats and Quality Italian. Quality Bistro offers contemporary takes on bistro classics in a whimsical space serving the best French Onion Soup and Steak Frites in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Bistro is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.

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7. Smith & Wollensky - New York

4.6

Exceptional(9613)

Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 158 times today

Smith & Wollensky & Wollensky's Grill is open for indoor and outdoor dining.Since 1977, Smith & Wollensky has been New York City's best steakhouse serving USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood and award-winning wines.Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Smith & Wollensky is the best steakhouse in Midtown Manhattan and New York City.

8. Kellari Taverna

4.7

Exceptional(7398)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Theater District

Booked 58 times today

Kellari Taverna is located in the heart of New York City, three blocks from Grand Central Station, Times Square and the Theater District. The dining room décor evokes a subterranean wine cellar designed with contemporary elegance. Kellari features the traditional Greek taverna specialties, such as our signature grilled whole fish, prime lamb chops and chicken meats, and an eclectic selection of contemporary Hellenic savory appetizers ("mezedes") created by our Executive Chef. The Kellari dessert menu includes innovative specialties such as warm sokolata with goat milk vanilla ice cream as as well as traditional favorites such as Baklava and bougatsa. Kellari Taverna offers an extensive international wine list featuring a large selection of Greek wines.

9. Hawksmoor NYC

4.6

Exceptional(2560)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Gramercy Park

Booked 180 times today

Located in the heart of Gramercy in the restored Assembly Hall of the landmarked United Charities Building, Hawksmoor is a steak restaurant that celebrates all-natural, pasture-reared, and traditionally dry-aged beef. Our beef is seasoned simply with sea salt and cooked over live-fire charcoal. Our seafood is locally and sustainably sourced from northeastern waters and we use small-farm produce whenever possible. On Sunday afternoons Hawksmoor keeps with the tried-and-true British tradition and features a Sunday Roast. Completing our offerings are award-winning cocktails, including New York City's coldest martini, and a carefully curated wine selection. The restaurant houses 150 in the dining room and 35 in the bar area. There are also two private dining rooms that can hold 12 people and serve exclusive, family-style menus.

10. BONDST

4.8

Exceptional(3164)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • NoHo

Booked 76 times today

BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.

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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We are from Canada and celebrated our 25th Anniversary in NY. We chose Carmines for the wonderful reviews we read. The food was delicious, and the value was outstanding. They serve family style so one dish can easily feed 2 to 3 people. Keep that in mind when looking at the pricing. Absolute 5 star experience. Wait time was minimal with reservation and we booked 2 months in advance. We would 100% recommend this restaurant and their very professional staff made the experience perfect!!!
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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Danavip
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Tao is such a beautiful lively restaurant and my go to for taking people from out of town. Last night they had a great price fixed dinner that was a good deal. We each got it and it was enough to share and bring food home. We had a great time --the drinks were great, and the energy was fantastic. Lots of good photo ops by the Buddha! I will be back again of course. Our waiter was helpful too with suggestions.
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TAO UptownPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Midtown East
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4.4
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Chandlervip
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a wonderful time, went to celebrate my husband’s birthday. The food was incredible and the service was absolutely over the top. Can’t wait to return for another special occasion to celebrate.
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Nobu Fifty SevenPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Midtown West
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4.7
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Hannah
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
even though it was pouring rain, this was great for after work team drinks and light bites!
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & LoungePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Midtown West
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3.9
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Davidvip
Alabama •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Went for drinks and dessert. Our cocktails were delicious. The cheesecake may have been the best I've ever had, Highly Recommend!
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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533 restaurants available nearby

1. TAO Uptown

2. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

3. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

4. Nobu Fifty Seven

5. Papillon Bistro and Bar

6. Quality Bistro

7. Smith & Wollensky - New York

8. Kellari Taverna

9. Hawksmoor NYC

10. BONDST

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