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1. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(1053)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 42 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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2. The Leopard at des Artistes

4.7

Exceptional(3372)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 38 times today

Located in the New York landmarked Hotel Des Artistes, and surrounded by the astonishing 1920s murals by Howard Chandler Christy, THE LEOPARD at des Artistes cuisine respect the rich Italian cultural traditions, the absolute quality of ingredients, and the balance between dishes based on rural elements, such as pasta, vegetables, cheese, and seafood ingredients from the Mediterranean. We look forward to welcoming you to our home, in one of the most iconic spaces in New York City, Hotel des Artistes. Buon appetito!

3. Pappardella

4.6

Exceptional(2938)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 57 times today

Welcome to PappardellaPappardella restaurant brings to you the flavors and food of Tuscany. Established in 1983, Pappardella offers a romantic setting of timeless charm with 20 foot ceilings, French doors; a stunning mural of Florence.Menu and service reflect the warmth and attention of the old world, as well as the diversity and techniques of today. we feature homemade pasta, artisanal pizza; other great Italian staples, like chicken parmagian, grilled branzino; scrumptious tiramisu.A beautiful outdoor terrace makes for great people watching in the warm months. Pappardella is conveniently located near the beacon theater, the museum of natural history &Central Park offering lunch; dinner pre fix, brunch.

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4. Benihana - New York, NY

4.3

Awesome(5633)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Midtown West

Booked 117 times today

Benihana in New York is a fun dining spot with a unique dining experience. It's a lively place with personal chefs performing the ancient art of Teppanyaki right in front of guests. As one reviewer said, 'The chef's entertainment' makes for a 'fun and delicious' meal. Kids love the interactive 'cooking show' and the festive atmosphere. It's a great spot for family dinners and birthday celebrations.

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5. Sugar Factory - Time Square

3.3

Good(1076)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Theater District

Booked 54 times today

Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot, expands in New York with their new Times Square location. The family-friendly, high-energy, celebration destination known for its sweets and treats is set to open in New Yorks famous Times Square.“Our high-energy, sweet restaurant is enjoyed by guests across the state of New York, and we’re excited to introduce our brand to the residents of Manhattan,” shares Sugar Factory owner Charissa Davidovici. “From our colorful and vibrant dishes, to our over-the-top desserts, every moment at Sugar Factory Jacksonville will offer guests an extremely memorable and instagrammable experience from the minute they walk in to the minute they leave.”

6. The Dickens

4.6

Exceptional(125)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 40 times today

The Dickens is a literary-themed cocktail bar and restaurant located in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, New York City. This venue offers a complete experience for dinner, drinks, and dancing, featuring six unique spaces, including a rooftop bar. The Dickens is celebrated for its inventive cocktails and tasty food, all within an inclusive and immersive atmosphere.

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7. Friedman's - Theater District

4.5

Awesome(854)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Theater District

Friedman’s at the Edison is an experience all should have when visiting Times Square. Whether it's pre-theatre, after a show or just browsing the area - we're a must do. Located inside the art deco Hotel Edison, our exquisite dining room is truly breathtaking. Friedman's is proud to announce our partnership with Gayle’s Broadway Rose - Singing Servers! Enjoy live music during dinner services on select days. See Upcoming Events below. We consider ourselves the gluten-free pioneers of NYC and our food is always delicious. Dinner at Friedman's consists of classics like Moms Famous Meatloaf, Pan-Seared Ginger Salmon and Chicken & Waffles. With a wide range of options for vegetarians and vegans, we know how to make anyone feel like family.Our extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails shouldn't go unnoticed either. Join us at our wrap around bar before your meal in the dining room.

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8. Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square

4.3

Awesome(4818)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Theater District

Booked 94 times today

Hard Rock Cafe - Times Square is a fun place to dine, as described by customers. It's an awesome music-stylized restaurant with a vibrant ambiance that guests love. The food is delicious, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is energetic. Customers say it's a great place to have fun, eat good food, and that the restaurant is full of props to wander around and look at. It's also a great place for memorabilia lovers.

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9. Rise Bar - Drag Brunch

4.8

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 10 times today

MAY 17TH -- Rise will have one brunch seating at 11:00AM only for this day.Rise Bar is an LGBTQ+ bar located in Hells Kitchen Manhattan serving the gay community with entertainment and cocktails. Providing a safe place for LGBTQ+ and their allies.PLEASE NOTE: Rise Bar is a 21+ establishment

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10. Medium Rare - New York

4.7

Exceptional(196)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Murray Hill

Booked 65 times today

Good News.. We are walk-in only for dinner 7 days a week. INSIDER TIP: Dinner reservations after 9pm can be made here. You can make Brunch reservations here and you can also contact us a mail@mediumrarerestaurant.com for larger parties and private events. A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dining experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak (with our secret sauce); and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great bottomless prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers.

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Peter
New York City •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food and diverse menu. Service was exceptional.
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The Leopard at des ArtistesPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.7
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Laura and Chris
Orlando / Central Florida East •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and an extensive gluten free menu. Loved it.
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PappardellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.6
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Lexi
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I highly recommend Aunt Jake’s Pasta making class!! It was a great experience, and I can honestly say I feel confident to make pasta now. There are many class options, but I recommend being the first class (5pm) because you get the restaurant to yourself, creating a more personable experience. The staff could not be friendlier, and they do an incredible job!! On top of all of that - the food was delicious :)
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Aunt Jake's Pasta ExperiencePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Upper East Side
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4.9
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tylill
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was my 2nd time going, and it was a perfect time out again. No complaints . I'll be back soon
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Benihana - New York, NYPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Midtown West
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4.3
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Ann
Greater Boston •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Grabbed lunch before going to the theater. Our server made sure we were out with plenty of time. She also kindly checked with the kitchen about a special request. Food was plentiful and delicious.
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Sugar Factory - Time SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Theater District
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3.3

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