Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Lincoln Square

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1. Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience

4.9

Exceptional(1111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 34 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. Legasea Bar & Grill

4.3

Awesome(1917)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 49 times today

Known for the best Ribeye deals in Midtown! Legasea Bar & Grill is a fresh take on bar & grill classics with a fun-casual atmosphere for an entertaining dining experience. Open for lunch, happy hour & dinner, enjoy a lively bar scene & inviting dining room that provides guests with an unforgettable evening full of good food & good company. Menu highlights include American bar & grill favorites. Experience our $55 Unlimited Ribeye & Fries (available Sundays, Mondays & the day after every Knicks home game win) & with purchase, pair with a $6 Rosé or $6 American Lager. Or, enjoy our new $42 Ribeye special available daily. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour every Mon - Fri from 3PM - 6:30PM including $2 Oysters, $4 Fries, $6 Beer, $8 Wine & $10 Martinis. Available at the bar only. Walk-ins welcome.Located in the heart of Midtown, located just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, Theater District, & Times Square.

3. JeJu Noodle Bar

4.7

Exceptional(64)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Korean • Greenwich Village

We are primarily reservation based and very limited for walk-in availability. Jeju, in Korean, also has a few different definitions such as “skill, talent, ability”.The close Korean equivalent of the Japanese Ramen, Ramyun is a comfort dish enjoyed by Koreans of all social class and ages. At Jeju Noodle Bar our main focus is to allow diners to experience and savor the distinct Korean flavor by using different techniques & ingredients from chef Douglas’s experiences.

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4. Mastro's Steakhouse - New York City

4.7

Exceptional(5210)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rockefeller Center

Booked 78 times today

Mastro’s collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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5. Drift Restaurant & Bar

4.3

Awesome(146)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Weehawken

Booked 22 times today

Drift Restaurant in Weehawken, NJ serves as a blend of modern flair and coastal charm. It is elegantly perched on the waterfront, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Drift's interior is sleek yet cozy, adorned with a nautical-themed de for that evokes a serene oceanic atmosphere. The menu is a delightful journey through contemporary American cuisine.

6. Sarabeth's West

4.7

Exceptional(2003)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Upper West Side

Booked 6 times today

Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

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7. Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side

4.7

Exceptional(4405)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 49 times today

For over 20 years, Tony’s Di Napoli has been a beloved New York City Italian restaurant, serving authentic, family-style Southern Italian cuisine in hearty, shareable portions. Open daily for lunch and dinner, we’re perfect for casual meals, special occasions, and group dining. Located in Midtown Manhattan, we offer private dining rooms for corporate events and celebrations, plus off-site catering and delivery from the 40s to the 90s. Takeout is always available for classic Italian comfort at home. We’re proud to be reopening on the East Side, where our story began. Whether you’re a longtime guest or first-time visitor, we look forward to welcoming you with warm hospitality and delicious meals.Come hungry, leave happy—just like family. Grazie & Ciao, Tony

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8. HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4154)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Edgewater

Booked 70 times today

FOR TABLES OVER 6 PEOPLE OR ANY UNAVAILABLE TIMES PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AT 201-943-1900.Rated "Very Good" by the NY Times, located on the banks of the Hudson River in Edgewater, with a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline, HAVEN offers New Modern American cuisine to be savored in it's relaxing lounge, bar, dining room or outdoor terrace. Serving lunch, brunch and dinner. HAVEN offers a Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm and a brunch prix fixe Sat-Sun 11am-3pm which includes one brunch entree and two mimosa's, two bellini's or two bloody mary's.

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9. Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

4.2

Awesome(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Chelsea

Booked 40 times today

At Oyamel, José Andrés and his team combine Mexico’s rich regional diversity with the vibrant urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos—Mexican small plates—ceviches and tacos, plus unique margaritas, and an impressive array of wine, tequila and mezcal.

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10. Nusr-Et Steakhouse New York

4.7

Exceptional(3132)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown West

Booked 33 times today

Nusr-Et Steakhouse in New York is a worth-the-drive place, as per the reviews. It's not just about the food, it's a whole experience - theatrical tableside dining, incredible smells, and an ambiance that's been called 'spectacular' and 'unforgettable' by patrons. One reviewer mentioned it's a 'symphony for the senses', and another called it 'an absolute blast'. Sure, it's pricey, but the overall experience is worth every penny.

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Denisse
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Loved this place, big portions, great food, awesome service
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Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East SidePrice: Moderate• Italian• Upper East Side
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4.7
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KVVIP
Philadelphia County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
A primary example of a stylishly elegant business establishment. I’ve dined there Monday afternoon. I was a visitor from the Morton’s King of Prussia location. The hostess was hospitable as well as the staff and bartender. The food was extravagantly amazing as well as the drink. Every bit of my Kansas City strip steak was devoured in such a savoring fashion. The manager, Mr. Robert, was very engaging through our dialogue. Thank you good sir for the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The culinary team did an excellent service. I was really intrigued by the way the food runner posed in a militant position while waiting for the manager to set up my eating space for my entree to be placed specifically on a napkin. Will be back very soon! I’m proud to be a an employee of the Landrys inc team
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Mastro's Steakhouse - New York CityPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Rockefeller Center
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4.7
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Charlene
Cumbria •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
Took my mom as she is a huge Ashford & Simpson fan, food was delicious, vibe was perfect and she got to meet Valerie Ashford! Perfect night we would say!!!
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Sugar BarPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Upper West Side
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4.4

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