Island

4.7

1159 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Lively

Welcome to Island. We have proudly been the neighborhood favorite in Carnegie Hill since we opened our doors in 1986. We take pride to offer the freshest seafood (think Jumbo Lump Crabcakes, Lobster Roll, Maple Glazed Salmon or Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl to name a few), a great variety of fresh salads, a burger that people die for and much more. We have a bar where you can dine or simply enjoy a cocktail or a glass of of wine (our entire wine list is served by the glass). Our warm and thoughtful service is hard to find in New York and is what continues to keep our customers coming back. We hope that you will come give Island a try and become one of our new regulars!

Please note that we cannot take reservations for specific tables or specific sections though we will do our best to accommodate a request.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 996-1200
Website
http://islandny.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.

Location
1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
92nd & 93rd Sts
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Hummus + Pita$15.00
hummus drizzled w. olive oil
Roasted Tomato Soup$13.00
light on cream + served w. a parmesan crisp
Portobello Bruschetta$15.00
marinated portobello mushroom w. melted parmesan + swiss cheese over grilled garlic sourdough bread w. a drizzle of balsamic glaze + chopped parsley
Guacamole$15.00
w. tortilla chips
Crispy Fried Calamari$17.00
tartar + spiced tomato sauce
Shrimp Cocktail$20.00
four jumbo shrimp w. cilantro cocktail sauce

Salads

Nicoise Salad$26.00
yellowfin tuna, olive, hard boiled egg, potato, tomato, green been + capers over a bed of mesclun greens w. red wine shallot vinaigrette
Apple Walnut Salad$18.50
baby arugula, endive, honey crisp apple, walnut, goat cheese + dried cranberry w. red wine-maple vinaigrette
Chopped Cobb Salad$22.00
organic roasted chicken, avocado, bacon, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, tomato + sherry shallot vinaigrette
Curried Chicken Salad$20.00
watercress, apple, red onion, endive + toasted almonds
Spring Kale Salad$20.00
chopped kale tossed w. roasted corn, heirloom cherry tomato, avocado, queso fresco, tortilla strips and a cilantro lime vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$16.50
baby romaine lettuce w. house made parmesan croutons

Entrees

Caprese Panini$19.00
mozzarella cheese, beefsteak tomato, basil, salt, pepper, w. olive oil + balsamic glaze on sourdough bread w. french fries
Maine Lobster Roll$35.00
w. coleslaw + french fries
Island Burger$21.00
grass fed beef + brisket blend w. pickles, tomato, boston lettuce + french fries
Grilled Salmon Bowl$28.00
over farro w. cole slaw, avocado, cucumber + cherry tomato w. ginger vinaigrette
Crab Cake Sliders$25.00
w. side arugula vinagrette salad, chipotle mayo dipping sauce + sweet potato fries
Tuna Poke Bowl$27.00
sushi grade tuna, ponzu sauce, avocado, cucumber, + crisp greens w. sesame seeds over basmati rice w. a drizzle of chipotle mayo
Yellowfin Tuna Burger$25.00
fresh ginger, wasabi mayo + sweet potato fries
Avocado Toast$18.00
mashed avocado, feta cheese, heirloom cherry tomato + olive oil sprinkled w. chili flakes + a side mesclun green salad
Maine Lobster Quesadilla$21.00
papaya glaze, wisconsin brie, pico de gallo + avocado
The Chicken Melt$19.00
organic roasted chicken, mozzarella cheese, arugula, salt, pepper, lite mayonnaise + balsamic vinaigrette on pressed on sourdough bread + french fries
Island BLT$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, boston lettuce, heirloom tomato, salt, pepper + mayonaise on grilled sourdough + french fries
Classic Grilled Cheese$19.00
applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, roasted tomato on grilled white bread w. sweet potato fries + chipotle mayo dipping sauce
Penne$23.00
plum tomato, basil + mozzarella cheese
Frittata$17.50
whole egg, spinach, goat cheese + roasted tomato w. a side mesclun green salad (+$2. egg white)

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$7.00
w. chipotle mayo dipping sauce
French Fries$7.00

Sweets

Warm Chocolate Brownie$11.00
w. chocolate sauce + vanilla bean gelato
Donut Holes$13.00
w. caramel dipping sauce + whipped cream
Blueberry Cobbler$12.00
w. vanilla bean gelato
Key Lime Meringue Pie$11.00
Apple Tarte Tatin$12.00
w. creme fraiche
Chocolate Chip Cookies$8.00
Fresh Seasonal Berries$12.00
w. whipped cream + mint
Milk Shake$10.00
your choice of up to two gelatos, whipped cream + sprinkles
Gelato$5.00
vanilla bean, chocolate, strawberry, pistachio
- 1 Scoop$4.00
- 3 Scoops$9.50
Sorbet$5.00
mango, lemon, raspberry
- 1 Scoop$4.00
- 3 Scoops$9.50

What 1,159 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Island offers a "wonderful neighborhood feel" with consistently "excellent food and service." The "friendly staff" and "attractive decor" create a welcoming atmosphere. Known for fresh, delicious dishes like the "amazing fig salad" and "delightful seafood," Island is a "neighborhood gem" perfect for both casual and special occasions.

1,159 Reviews

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Inna
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the service was great. Thank you!
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Robert
VIP
New York City
116 reviews
5.0
116 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thx again to all at Island allowing us to enjoy a wonderful dining experience! 👏👍
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Robert
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Valentine's Day, busy. Seated by the door, so extra busy. Our wait person was super, but overall, he had too many tables to care for, which meant that service for us - being so far from the central area - was slow. Worse, though, was the food. I've eaten here a number of times, and never had a problem. But this time, the food for each of us (two) was lukewarm. It was pretty clear that the food had been prepped and left under the heating lamp too long before serving. The restaurant took my plate of steak frites back, replaced French fries with hotter, fresh fries, but they did nothing with regard to the steak. It came back almost cold. My recommendation? A generally good restaurant that needs to beef up its kitchen and wait staff for busy days.
IslandResponded on February 16, 2025
Hi Robert! Thank you for sharing your Valentine's Day experience. We're disappointed we didn't meet your expectations due to the busy night. We're addressing the slow service and food temperature issues you mentioned. We value your feedback and hope you'll consider visiting us again soon.
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Raymond
New York City
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very good. Service excellent. Just a bit noisier than we prefer.
IslandResponded on February 16, 2025
Hi Raymond! Thank you for your review. We're delighted you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate your feedback on the noise and will consider it as we look for ways to improve.
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Sally
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We eat lunch as a family at Island almost every Sunday, and all three generations love the restaurant. Everything is perfect: the food, the service, the staff, the ambience.
IslandResponded on February 12, 2025
We're delighted to hear that all three generations of your family love Island! Thank you for your kind words about our food, service, and staff. We appreciate your loyalty!
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Gaby
New York City
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had the salmon and the sesame crusted tuna- both came with vegetables and they were delicious.
IslandResponded on February 4, 2025
Hi Gaby! We are so glad you enjoyed our salmon and tuna. We pride ourselves on our fresh fish. We hope to see you again soon!
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Jay
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant. Good choices for Brunch.. not the same old brunch menu all over Manhattan
IslandResponded on February 4, 2025
Hi Jay! Thank you for your great review! We're glad you enjoyed our brunch and appreciate our unique menu. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Nick
New York City
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The quintessential Carnegie Hill classic. A neighborhood favorite since the late 1980’s the restaurant remains a charming, fun and delicious upper east side staple.
IslandResponded on February 4, 2025
Hi Nick! Thank you for your wonderful review highlighting our restaurant's long-standing presence in Carnegie Hill. We're delighted that you appreciate our charming atmosphere and delicious cuisine that has made us a neighborhood favorite since the late 1980s. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're proud to continue serving our community with the same passion and quality that have defined us for decades. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
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Laura
VIP
New York City
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, meticulous service. We will be back soon!
IslandResponded on February 4, 2025
Hi Laura! Thank you for your amazing review. We're delighted you enjoyed your experience. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
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Mike
VIP
New York City
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Hadn’t been back here in years. It was like yesterday. Place is great, food excellent. Professional friendly sevice. Great bartender nice wine selection.
IslandResponded on February 4, 2025
Hi Mike! Thanks for coming back and for your wonderful review. We're glad you found everything as good as you remembered. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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FAQs

Island does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Island also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 996-1200.

Island is rated 4.7 stars by 1159 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1305 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
92nd & 93rd Sts
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://islandny.com/
Phone number
(212) 996-1200
Catering
We are pleased to offer catering services to make your event special. Please call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
We are pleased to host private events of varying sizes. Please call the restaurant to inquire.

Island

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Chopped Cobb Salad

Crab Cake Sliders

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

Starters

Hummus + Pita$15.00

Roasted Tomato Soup$13.00

Portobello Bruschetta$15.00

Guacamole$15.00

Crispy Fried Calamari$17.00

Shrimp Cocktail$20.00

Salads

Nicoise Salad$26.00

Apple Walnut Salad$18.50

Chopped Cobb Salad$22.00

Curried Chicken Salad$20.00

Spring Kale Salad$20.00

Caesar Salad$16.50

Entrees

Caprese Panini$19.00

Maine Lobster Roll$35.00

Island Burger$21.00

Grilled Salmon Bowl$28.00

Crab Cake Sliders$25.00

Tuna Poke Bowl$27.00

Yellowfin Tuna Burger$25.00

Avocado Toast$18.00

Maine Lobster Quesadilla$21.00

The Chicken Melt$19.00

Island BLT$19.00

Classic Grilled Cheese$19.00

Penne$23.00

Frittata$17.50

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$7.00

French Fries$7.00

Sweets

Warm Chocolate Brownie$11.00

Donut Holes$13.00

Blueberry Cobbler$12.00

Key Lime Meringue Pie$11.00

Apple Tarte Tatin$12.00

Chocolate Chip Cookies$8.00

Fresh Seasonal Berries$12.00

Milk Shake$10.00

Gelato$5.00

Sorbet$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Island offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Island restaurant rated?

Is Island currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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