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A photo of Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8518)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 172 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. Join us for Happy Hour at our Bar!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.
A photo of NYY Steak - Yankee Stadium restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1868)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Highbridge
NYY Steak at Yankee Stadium is the perfect place for special occasions. It's a world-class dining experience, right in the heart of the famous Yankee Stadium. Reviews rave about the 'fantastic food', 'great service', and the 'amazing atmosphere'. The 'signature Yankee touches' and 'steak commemorating the 27 world championships' add to its unique charm. The fact that it's only open for Yankees home game days adds an extra layer of exclusivity.
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4.7
Exceptional(10592)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Harlem
Booked 78 times today
Located in the heart of Harlem, Red Rooster Harlem serves comfort food that celebrates the roots of American cuisine and the neighborhood's diverse culinary traditions. We seek to share the story of Harlem with our guests and offer a space that celebrates local artists, musicians and culinary talents alike. We embrace today's Harlem with a spirit of inclusiveness and community by hiring our family of staff from within the community, inspiring better eating through neighborhood cooking classes, and buying from local purveyors.
A photo of Sushi Kai - Fort Lee restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(153)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Fort Lee
Booked 10 times today
ATTENTION: We need 48 hours' notice of any allergies/dietary restrictions to ensure we can accommodate. We are unable to do so the day of. Thank you! Sushi Kai prides itself on offering a daily tasting menu, highlighting fresh and seasonal ingredients right in the heart of Fort Lee, NJ. Have a seat at our sushi counter and let our chef’s showcase their passion for a memorable omakase experience.Our Omakase experience is $155/person. This will include a multi course seasonal tasting menu, including appetizers, sashimi, nigiri and dessert. Seating's are strictly 2 hours with seating at the bar only. Please note we do have a 48-hour cancellation policy. Any cancellations made within that timeframe are subject to a $155.00 per person fee. This is non-refundable & non-negotiable. Please be aware we do allow BYOB of all types of alcohol with no corkage fee.
A photo of Nice Matin restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4751)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper West Side
Booked 67 times today
For nearly two decades, Nice Matin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed and sophisticated dining destination. Featuring a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine List and an extraordinary, inventive, French Provençal-inspired menu created by Chef Andy D'Amico, who was named "Best Chef" by New York Magazine food editor Gillian Duffy, Nice Matin is the essential French Brasserie and Wine Destination of the Upper West Side.
A photo of Audi Club Yankee Stadium restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(954)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Highbridge
The Audi Club Yankee Stadium is a unique dining experience with stunning views of Yankee Stadium. The food is consistently praised for its quality and variety, and the service is frequently highlighted as excellent. The ambiance, with its Yankee Stadium theme, is described as unbelievable. It's the perfect place to enjoy a meal before a game, making it an ideal choice for special occasions.
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4.6
Exceptional(1843)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Upper West Side
Booked 51 times today
Hailed as "The Best New NYC Restaurant of the Pandemic" by the NYC Post, Dagon is an exciting restaurant on Manhattan's Upper West Side that features cuisine from "somewhere in the Mediterranean." Named for the Phoenician and Philistine god of agriculture and the earth, the menu showcases modern Israeli cuisine with Levantine influences.
A photo of Roberto's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1169)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 39 times today
Roberto Paciullo opened his namesake restaurant almost twenty years ago. Since then it has become a neighborhood favorite and a destination for those visiting Arthur Avenue. He prepares the cuisine of his beloved hometown Salerno, Italy. The specials change weekly and reflect Roberto's creative use of the local ingredients from pasta in cartoccio to the perennial favorite veal osso buco.Now closed Mondays for the time being.
A photo of Sfoglia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1978)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 15 times today
Sfoglia is a charming Italian spot on the Upper East Side that's ideal for special occasions. It's praised for its cozy, romantic atmosphere, first-class service, and delicious food. As one reviewer put it, 'Our very favorite restaurant in NYC for special and even not-so-special occasions'. The rustic ambiance, excellent food, and attentive staff make it an exceptional choice for celebrating important milestones.
A photo of Cafe d'Alsace restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3569)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 105 times today
Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.
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  • Dana
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We plan our trip to NYC around eating at Carmine’s. This time we ate at the upper West Side location. We usually eat at the Times Square location. But this year it was booked solid for Christmas a month in advance. We were wowed again with an awesome meal at Carmines at 91st Street. We had the garlic bread with cheese. We always ask to add the cheese. So wonderful. We also split the lasagna. It is the best we have ever tasted. We brought over half of it home. I would recommend either Carmine’s to anyone wanting authentic Italian food at its best.
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    Carmine's - 91st Street - NYCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
    4.6
  • Toni
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great food, service and ambience! Try everything. The burger was the most basic dish. Everything else is a must try! I didn't expect the mac & cheese and greens to be such a great combination.
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    Red Rooster HarlemPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Harlem
    4.7
  • Melissa
    Baltimore / Maryland •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Fantastic, friendly bar with great cocktails prior to our dinner reservation. Cozy, stylish room; attentive, friendly service; delicious food including hearty vegetable soup, wonderful, simply composed salads, and terrific fish and poultry entrees. Large portions and well priced. A lovely experience as a starter for the holiday week!
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    Nice MatinPrice: Moderate• French• Upper West Side
    4.6
  • Stephanie
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 19 Dec 2024
    I had an exceptional dining experience at this sushi omakase restaurant. The attention to detail, both in the presentation and the flavors, was truly remarkable. Each piece of sushi was prepared with the utmost care, showcasing the chef’s incredible skill and dedication to the craft. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and the pairing of flavors was both innovative and harmonious. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the evening even more enjoyable. If you’re looking for an unforgettable omakase experience in Fort Lee NJ , this is the place to go. Highly recommended!
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    Sushi Kai - Fort LeePrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Fort Lee
    4.8
  • WilliamVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 23 Nov 2024
    Excellent as always. Great food and tremendous services Thanks Jason and Tanya
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    NYY Steak - Yankee StadiumPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Highbridge
    4.7
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