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1. Barolo East

4.7

Exceptional(1038)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown East

Booked 33 times today

Barolo East located in midtown east and offers Northen Italian Cuisine . The handmade pasta and daily specials is what differentiates this midtown gem. The rustic decor with contemporary details friendly and welcoming staff ceates a cozy ambience where you can unwind and simply enjoy what the chef has prepared. The bar area is welcoming with vast variety of liquors and cocktails. The wine selection is extensive which allows for many options in choosing a perfect match to go with your meal.

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2. The Smith - Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(8309)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 143 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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3. La Pecora Bianca - Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(1126)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown East

Booked 51 times today

La Pecora Bianca ("the white sheep") offers an unforgettable Italian dining experience in NYC, ideal for private dining, brunch, and takeout. Our menu showcases authentic Italian flavors with house-made pastas, like our signature rigatoni vodka and tagliatelle bolognese, alongside delicious pizzas-all crafted daily with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. Join us for brunch, where Italian favorites meet modern tastes, or unwind with spritzes, negronis, and La Pecora Rosa organic rosé during aperitivo hour. Whether you're dining in our stylish space or enjoying our dishes at home, we bring the best of Italian cuisine to every meal.

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4. Smith & Wollensky - New York

4.6

Exceptional(9815)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Midtown East

Booked 155 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.

5. Fasano

4.8

Exceptional(235)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Midtown East

Booked 42 times today

With a century-old tradition in hospitality and profound reverence for its Italian heritage, Fasano New York arrives in Midtown bringing forth gastronomic experiences that are as comforting as they are delighting. Restauranteur Gero Fasano and Chef Nicola Fedeli present elegant preservations of northern Italian cuisine and elevated recipes that have been passed down in the Fasano family since 1902.

6. Sea Fire Grill

4.8

Exceptional(3963)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Midtown East

Booked 35 times today

Offering seasonally focused, contemporary American seafood, where only the finest and freshest seafood is highlighted. Guests will be enchanted by the superb selection of raw bar favorites and delicious appetizers which include East & West Coast Oysters, Chilled Lobster, and expertly seasoned Yellowfin Tuna Tartare. Entrée selections are sure to delight, with succulent Alaskan King Crab Legs, elegant Herb Basted Black Bass and the menu wouldn't be complete without the addition of Sea Fire Grill's Surf & Turf - tender filet mignon and buttery steamed lobster and grilled shrimp.

7. tán

4.7

Exceptional(796)

££££Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Midtown East

Booked 24 times today

Imbued by the vibrant energies of Tulum and the Yucatán Penninsula, tán's hyper modernist menu by acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval and Chef Jonatán Gomez Luna Torres features coastal Mexican fare with rebellious and bold flavors inspired by their travels and heritage. Join us for dinner nightly. ¡Salud!

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8. Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

4.4

Awesome(554)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Midtown East

Booked 42 times today

Located on the lively corner of 52nd Street and 2nd Avenue, Rosa Mexicano offers a fun dining experience in midtown east. The Second Avenue location features iconic design elements, like the cobalt blue wall featuring Acapulco divers in energetic dining rooms, festive bar, private dining space and ample outdoor seating. known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and its global explorations and inspirations.

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9. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - New York, NY | Midtown Manhattan

4.5

Awesome(2652)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Midtown East

Booked 43 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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10. Crave Fishbar - Midtown

4.8

Exceptional(2766)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Midtown East

Booked 24 times today

Crave Fishbar—NYC’s first 100% sustainable seafood restaurant—is home to the #Oystergram Happy Hour, NYC’s best oyster happy hour deal. At home in Midtown East and the Upper West Side, we serve creative seafood in an upscale neighborhood setting, complete with warm hospitality. Global flavors and innovative preparations highlight our sustainable seafood, heritage meats, and organic produce. Our raw bar features a daily selection of east and west coast oysters, sometimes up to twenty varieties each night. For business dinners, special occasions, and dining out just-because, we’re here to serve you a sustainable and memorable meal.

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Houston •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good food and excellent service. I would recommend the restaurant.
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The Smith - MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service, nice food and beautiful place to stay.
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Smith & Wollensky - New YorkPrice: Expensive• American• Midtown East
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DonVIP
New York City •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As always, the good and service were excellent and the atmosphere was perfect for a social lunch.
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La Pecora Bianca - MidtownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Midtown East
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4.7
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Alison
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fettucine Alla Ragu Bolognese - Homemade Pasta with Bolognese Sauce was delicious. The sauce that comes with the bread was fantastic.
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Barolo EastPrice: Expensive• Italian• Midtown East
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4.7
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Rodel
New York City •61 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Feb 2025
Great staff and food was amazing! Will come back again.
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Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenuePrice: Expensive• Mexican• Midtown East
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