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1. Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel
4.5
Awesome(971)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Lincoln Square
Booked 16 times today
The Empire Rooftop is located on the top floor of the iconic Empire Hotel and overlooks the Lincoln Center complex. With over 8000 square feet of interior and exterior space, The Empire Rooftop has a seasonal open-air East Terrace, a West Terrace with a retractable roof cover, an Interior Main Lounge, and a seasonal Sun Deck. Enjoy our Signature Empire Sunset Cocktail, a light bite from our appetizer menu, and take a photo in front of the iconic neon sign to complete your experience. Guests of all ages (accompanied by a Parent) are welcome on the roof until 8PM, when those under 21 must vacate.Visit our website at www.theempirerooftop.com for more information.
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2. STK - NYC - Meatpacking
4.2
Awesome(4059)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Meatpacking District
Booked 48 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.
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3. Papillon Bistro and Bar
3.9
Excellent(1132)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Midtown East
Booked 16 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!
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4. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
4.9
Exceptional(975)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 38 times today
Join us at Aunt Jake's Upper East Side for our Pasta Making Class & 3-course pasta menu! The cost is $60 per person for pasta instruction and the prefix meal. We require a $10 per person non-refundable deposit. The entire experience is approximately 2.5 hours. Please use the OpenTable mobile app for best results when booking the Pasta Experience.–Aunt Jake's was founded in 2015, as the company set out to replicate the idyllic, simplistic cuisine we grew up to enjoy. However, we wanted to create Italian food for the “next” generation. The idea was to develop an Italian concept around the customer’s choice of how to eat pasta compared to how the restaurant wanted you to eat it. With that in mind, Aunt Jake’s core mission is to bring high-quality fresh ingredients daily to craft our handmade pasta and sauces health-consciously. The customer can mix and match sauce with shape and create a custom dish of their own.
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5. Nobu Fifty Seven
4.7
Exceptional(6279)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 201 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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6. Nubeluz
4.6
Exceptional(750)
Price: Very Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • NoMad
Booked 152 times today
Nubeluz by José Andrés is a lightbox in the sky, bringing together the Spanish word for cloud (“nube”) and for light (“luz”). Located on the 50th floor of The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, Nubeluz offers modern interpretations of classic cocktails and small bites coupled with remarkable 270-degree views of the New York City skyline.
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7. Cafe Luxembourg
4.8
Exceptional(8786)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Upper West Side
Booked 141 times today
Cafe Luxembourg is offering reservations for indoor dining. Walk-Ins are welcome. Our Outdoor Cafe is complete with electric heaters for your comfort. *Weather permitting, outdoor tables are first-come, first-served.Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-873-7411. Please note, we cannot guarantee immediate seating for incomplete parties. We look forward to seeing you soon. Per the rules of the FDNY and our Permit of Assembly, we are unable to accommodate strollers in the dining room. Guests are welcome to store them in our vestibule or outdoors.Thank you for your patronage!
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8. The Smith- Lincoln Square
4.6
Exceptional(12349)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Square
Booked 178 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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9. Tony's Di Napoli - Midtown
4.8
Exceptional(18595)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 165 times today
Tony's has served up some of the best old NY Italian favorites. Our cooking comes from Southern Neapolitan traditions and served up in huge family style platters that serve 2 to 3 people.
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10. Quality Meats
4.7
Exceptional(10687)
Price: Expensive
• American • Midtown West
Booked 152 times today
Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.

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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Upper West Side

Discover the vibrant dining scene on New York City's Upper West Side, where the keyword "hot spot" brings you to an array of exceptional restaurants. Each establishment in this bustling Manhattan neighborhood promises a unique blend of flavors and experiences, catering to a diverse range of culinary preferences. Known for their high-quality food, attentive service, and welcoming ambiance, these hot spots are celebrated for creating memorable dining experiences. From authentic Mediterranean-American dishes to innovative seafood presentations, every restaurant offers something special that keeps patrons returning. The Upper West Side is not just a location; it's a culinary destination where every meal is crafted with care and served in settings that blend comfort with chic urban style. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these restaurants are perfect for anyone looking to indulge in top-notch cuisine in one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods. Enjoy dining where the essence of New York's culinary excellence is showcased through every dish.

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