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1. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC
4.7
Exceptional(8539)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper West Side
Booked 143 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.
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2. Nice Matin
4.6
Exceptional(4763)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper West Side
Booked 71 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.
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3. Red Rooster Harlem
4.8
Exceptional(10608)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Harlem
Booked 68 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.
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4. NYY Steak - Yankee Stadium
4.6
Exceptional(1868)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Highbridge
NYY Steak brings world-class dining to the world-famous Yankee stadium. Out of our award winning open kitchen, the finest dry aged USDA Prime steaks, five-star seafood and sumptuous desserts are presented with perfection. We have a full bar, featuring an extensive wine list and seasonal cocktails. Around every upscale corner, you'll find signature Yankee touches like our autographed wall of past and present players, baseball diamond-shaped dishes marked with retired Yankee numbers. Our signature steak is a 27oz long bone-in rib-eye commemorating our 27 world championships.**Please note- NYY Steak is only open for Yankees Home Game Days, all guests must have tickets to the game to enter security for the restaurant. Any questions, please reach out to Jason.Parker@nyysteak.com . For Play Off Games- reservations will not be released until game times are determined.
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5. Cafe d'Alsace
4.8
Exceptional(3587)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper East Side
Booked 95 times today
Cafe d'Alsace is a lively spot with a vibrant ambiance. Reviewers rave about the great food, friendly service, and lovely decor. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere makes it a joy to visit, and the excellent service adds to the fun. As one reviewer puts it, it's a 'fun buzzy vibe'!
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6. Dagon
4.7
Exceptional(1848)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Upper West Side
Booked 46 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.
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7. Sushi Kai - Fort Lee
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.
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8. Kuba Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(153)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • Fort Lee
Booked 11 times today
Kuba Restaurant is located in the town of Fort Lee, New Jersey, overlooking the iconic George Washington Bridge. We are a family owned business and love to share our passion of authentic Cuban cuisine. With all of our years of restaurant experience, we have decided to have some fun with our classic Cuban dishes and add a touch of Asian infused flare. We have created a warm, welcoming environment where family and friends can come and gather to enjoy our beautiful bar, classic Cuban drinks and delicious menu. We had fun infusing the two cultures and the decor is a creative reflection of our version of Kuba. We welcome you all to come & join the experience…Please note, we cannot allow outside alcohol to be consumed on premises.KITCHEN HOURSTuesday - Thursday CLOSES at 9pmFriday & Saturday CLOSES at 10:30pmSunday CLOSES at 8:30pmWE KINDLY ASK YOU ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO KITCHEN CLOSINGFridays and Saturdays after 6pm guests with children must sit on the second floor
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9. The Milling Room
4.4
Awesome(3038)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Upper West Side
Booked 37 times today
The Milling Room features seasonal New French-American cuisine, served in a sky-lit dining room and lively tavern-inspired bar in the heart of the Upper West Side.We are accepting reservations for the Main Dining Room. Our Tavern welcomes you for walk-ins.Our hours of operation for dinner are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm. We serve Brunch Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am - 3:30 pmWe have a 15-minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time otherwise, we will release your table. For larger parties, 6+ we require a credit card to hold the reservation due to limited availability. Any cancellations made within 24 hours of the reservation time or no-shows will be charged a $35 per person cancellation fee.
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10. French Roast
4.6
Exceptional(1185)
Price: Moderate
• French • Upper West Side
Booked 58 times today
French Roast has been fulfilling the appetites and quenching the thirsts of Upper West Side residents for over 27 years. The classic Parisian bistro offers a take on French cuisine that compels locals to return and newcomers to stop in. French Roast serves authentic French and American cuisine to all. Order essentials such as pain au chocolate from the bakery, burgers, and duck confit, and a variety of cocktails served against an antique backdrop of wood-polished chairs and vintage chandeliers reminiscent of a Parisian café.
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