Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Upper East Side

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1. Nubeluz

4.6

Exceptional(932)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • NoMad

Booked 118 times today

Elevated Cocktails, Stunning Views Nubeluz by José Andrés is a lightbox in the sky, bringing together the Spanish word for cloud ("nube") and for light ("luz"). Nubeluz offers modern interpretations of classic cocktails and small bites coupled with remarkable 270-degree views of the New York City skyline.

2. Obvio

4.5

Awesome(42)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 48 times today

A new restaurant and late-night bar born from the collaboration between Santa Cruz Co. and JF Restaurants, Obvio is where distinctive design, exceptional cocktails, and imaginative cuisine converge.More drinks. More music. More fun.Need to Know: Please be advised that Obvio maintains an elegant dress code and as such requires guests to be well attired at all times. The following items are respectfully discouraged: athletic wear, flip-flops or casual sandals, tank tops, t-shirts, and baseball caps. Entry may be refused to anyone unsuitably dressed.

A photo of The Smith - Midtown restaurant

3. The Smith - Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(8387)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 84 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.

4. Ophelia

4.3

Awesome(1593)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown East

Booked 62 times today

Cocktail Lounge atop the historic Beekman Tower offering 360 views of Manhattan and Brooklyn.Ophelia offers a crafted a two-part cocktail menu featuring reinventions of classic and signature cocktails inspired by the natural elements and the glory of the lounge during its heyday in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Ambrosio sources ingredients from local and international artisans, farmers, and fishmongers to create an elevated and refined culinary voyage. Small dishes include Maine Lobster Spring Rolls, Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with dried cherries, Classic Caviar Service, Prime Beef Tenderloin, and Truffle Fries.

5. Vida Verde

4.4

Awesome(327)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 34 times today

New York meets Mexico at Vida Verde. Our own exploration of well-loved Mexican fare married with New York’s casual and metropolitan approach to food and drinks.Vida Verde is a tri-level space, a color bomb of food, drinks and the occasional graffiti wall mural, boasting a ‘Margarita Market’ on its rooftop patio space.The rooftop Patio is open 7 days a week (weather permitting) starting at 5pm, it is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE and not reservable.Vida's Boozy Brunchacha every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-5pm, boasts a wild experience, with DJ's, Dancing, Debauchery and much more! You get 90 minutes of bottomless for $30 in addition to the price of your entree. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.

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6. PHD Terrace – Dream Midtown

4.2

Awesome(1067)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Midtown West

Booked 65 times today

Located in the heart of NYC at the top of Dream Hotel Midtown, PHD Terrace is an all-season rooftop oasis perfect for after-work drinks, weekend revelry and private events.Experience our rooftop happy hour every Tuesday – Friday from 5PM-7PM featuring $5 prosecco, $7 bites, $8 beers, $9 wines, and $10 mixed drinks. ** PLEASE READ ***For immediate reservations assistance please email nyphdterracersvp@taogroup.com *Due to limited availability we cannot guarantee preferred indoor/outdoor seating in advance. We do our best to accommodate all requests based on availability. *Please have a physical ID. Copies are NOT accepted. We are 21+ venue.

7. Pearl Box

4.7

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • SoHo

Booked 5 times today

Step into a world of vintage glamour at Pearl Box, a hidden gem above Heroes restaurant in SoHo. This intimate cocktail bar transports you to a bygone era with its deep red interiors, reminiscent of the 1970s. Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails, from classic martinis to innovative concoctions, all served with sophistication. Enjoy the ambiance as you sink into plush velvet seating, surrounded by warm lighting and vintage accents. Whether celebrating a special occasion or seeking a stylish escape, Pearl Box promises an unforgettable experience.MINIMUM: Reservations are subject to a $45 per person minimum spend. CANCELLATION POLICY:Cancellations within 48 hours incur a $25 per person fee. For emergencies, email reservations@heroesrestaurantnyc.com. WE DO NOT HAVE A PHONE.

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8. Somewhere Nowhere NYC

4.4

Awesome(249)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Lounge • Chelsea

Booked 16 times today

Somewhere Nowhere NYC; A two-level venue featuring a rooftop pool and indoor lounge, sits at the top of the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel located at 112 W 25th St, on the 38th and 39th floors. The 5,156 square foot luxury day and night-life destination is designed to artfully merge progressive sound and lighting technology with magical garden-inspired decor to indulge guests in a uniquely immersive nightlife experience. The decadence ensues with Somewhere Nowhere’s indoor lounge and outdoor rooftop pool boasting 360-degree views of Manhattan’s majestic skyline extending as far as the eye can see. Kitchen closes at 11pm.

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9. Black Iron Burger Theater District

4.6

Exceptional(260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Theater District

Booked 24 times today

Fine dining chef based burgers - craft beer and cocktails - sports bar - private and corporate events and parties - late night lounge DJs - full bar license until 4am - best burger joint Zagat 2017 and 2018, best burger TripAdvisor 2019 to 2022New York Times Rated

10. Blu on the Hudson

4.8

Exceptional(1422)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Weehawken

Booked 118 times today

With views of Manhattan, BLU on the Hudson offers innovative drinks & fine dining featuring New American Mediterranean food with Asian accents. For a sushi experience, visit our sister restaurant BLU SUSHI.

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JacquelynVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Best views of NYC - with service and food quality to match!
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NubeluzPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• NoMad
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4.6
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carmen
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Was seated right away. Waiter was patient and explained all fish tacos are awesome
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Vida VerdePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Hell's Kitchen
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4.4
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CarolVIP
New York City •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was very good and the service was excellent!!
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The Smith - MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.6
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Erminda
New York City •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 26, 2025
I went for Happy Hour which was had a nice menu and drinks were reasonable. I think at night it might be more of a vibe. The views were stunning, but the bar area was smaller than I expected from social media.
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OpheliaPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown East
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4.3
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LilianaVIP
New York City •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 25, 2025
The ambience is fun and different, very cool. The food was delicious. The menu is mainly appetizers and plates are very small. There are no entries. It’s a place to go for appetizers and drink. Good music, not too loud but loud enough to have a conversation.
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ObvioPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Midtown
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4.5

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