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1. The Met Dining Room
4.5
Awesome(3313)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Upper East Side
Booked 48 times today
The Dining Room is an elevated cuisine experience that overlooks Central Park, with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients. We locally source our ingredients from farms within a 150-mile radius of The Met. Entrance to the Museum and The Met Dining Room requires a ticket or Membership card. Window seats can be requested but are not guaranteed.
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2. Hoexters
4.7
Exceptional(388)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Upper East Side
Booked 66 times today
Cozy, warm and inviting, Hoexter’s revival pays homage to its origins as a vibrant Upper East Side destination. Come in for a perfectly chilled martini and shrimp cocktail at our bar or indulge in our decadent gorgonzola garlic bread and a steak au poivre in one of our elegant dining room banquettes. Our menu has a little something for everyone, life's simple pleasures perfected! Book online or by calling us at 212-288-1777
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3. Sistina
4.8
Exceptional(1753)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 21 times today
WE DON’T RESERVE SPECIFIC TABLES WHICHEVER TABLE WE HAVE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL IS WHERE YOU WILL BE SEATEDWE DON’T HAVE HIGHCHAIRS OR BOOSTER SEATS & WE DON’T ALLOW STROLLERS INDOORSWE DON’T PERMIT OUTSIDE ITEMS (liquor,flowers & cake) PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE: LET US KNOW 1 DAY IN ADVANCE IF YOU DECREASE YOUR PARTY SIZE TO AVOID THE $150 PER PERSON CHARGESistina restaurant, one of the most highly rated Italian restaurants in New York City, has been impressing its sophisticated clientele for over 40 years. Host/owner/chef Giuseppe Bruno, the Zagat Survey's "Host of the Year", is responsible for every aspect of his restaurant, from greeting his devoted patrons, to preparing special meals and dishes upon request.CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel your reservation please let us know a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Failure to notify the restaurant will result in a $50 cancelation fee per person in the group.DRESS CODE: We politely ask that you please avoid SHORTS & FLIP FLOPS.
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4. Serafina 79
4.4
Awesome(966)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 47 times today
Please notice that all reservations are for indoor dining. Outdoor dining works on a first come first serve policy. This location is not handicap accessible and is located on the second and third floor of a bi- level building. Reservations above 8 people must be booked with a prifix menu.Our original Serafina restaurant offers a cozy dining room and a family-friendly indoor terrace. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s art and museum district, we are across the street from Central Park and just 2 blocks from the MET! Enjoy our authentic Italian menu, prepared with the highest quality ingredients. Featuring homemade pastas, over 20 varieties of pizza from our cherry-wood burning oven and grilled meats, fish and vegetables.
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5. Mykonian House
4.6
Exceptional(229)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Upper East Side
Booked 26 times today
Mykonian House offers authentic and traditional Greek seafood specialties. The menu will feature a full selection of authentic Greek cuisine and will offer a lunch prix fixe menu for $35.00 that includes first and second courses including dessert. From Greek classics like spanakopita, shrimp saganaki, chicken souvlaki, to name a few. Each dish is prepared with the utmost care and attention to capture the true essence of Greek flavors. The restaurant will also offer a selection of fish directly from Greece.Mr. Politis has run other restaurants, including Yefis and Korali, two Greek spots on the Upper Eastside where he was a co-owner at both establishments.
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6. Sushi Noz
4.9
Exceptional(48)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Upper East Side
Booked 6 times today
Craftsmanship at its finest is displayed at Sushi Noz, where guests experience our seasonal omakase menu curated nightly by Chef Nozomu Abe. Known as "Noz" to his friends, Abe-san is part of a movement from Japan advancing Edomae-style sushi, incorporating aging and preparation techniques that date back to Japan's Edo period. Upon entering the restaurant, guests are transported by the Sukiya-style wooden interior, which was assembled using more than a dozen types of cedar. The centerpiece of our first dining room is our 8-seat, 200-year-old hinoki wood sushi bar and traditional ice chest, where Chef Noz refrigerates the evening's neta selections. Our second dining room features a sushi bar made from tamo ash wood, which accommodates an additional 6 guests. We welcome our guests in true Japanese hospitality, offering two nightly seatings at each counter.
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7. Kappo Masa
4.7
Exceptional(664)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Upper East Side
Booked 11 times today
Located at 976 Madison Avenue below the Gagosian Gallery. Kappo Masa is a collaboration between renown chef Masayoshi "Masa" Takayama and art dealer, Larry Gagosian. Kappo Masa offers a dining experience that is sophisticated yet relaxed, featuring fresh, modern Japanese cuisine.
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8. Toloache - Upper East Side
4.7
Exceptional(1675)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Upper East Side
Booked 21 times today
Welcome to Toloache (pronounced toh-lo-AH-tchay), chef-owner Julian Medina's contemporary Mexican bistro located in the Upper East Side. Toloache is named after a flowering plant famed in Mexico for its use in love potions. We hope that when you dine with us you too will fall under the spell of chef Medina's creative cooking, which incorporates seasonal and natural ingredients and more than a dozen types of chilies. Along with the authentic Mexican menu and an exceptional tequila list, we offer elegant decorative elements imported from Mexico. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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9. Noz Market
4.7
Exceptional(41)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Upper East Side
Booked 13 times today
Noz Market first opened its doors in October 2020, providing New Yorkers with a resource for high-end seafood, Japanese accoutrements, and delicious prepared sushi and sashimi.‍Past the hand roll bar and market front, a bamboo-lined hallway gives way to an intimate 10-seat counter where guests choose from two menu options: the Classic Menu ($90/person) and the Chef's Menu ($155/person). Lunch Omakase ($90/person) is available from Friday-Sunday.At our table seating, we offer an la carte menu of plated dishes, many of which also appear on our delivery menu.Reservations for our omakase counter and back tables are now available seven days a week. We look forward to hosting you!
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10. Water & Wheat
4.6
Exceptional(113)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper East Side
Booked 32 times today
Italian fast -casual dining experience. Simple and magical combination of Water & Wheat for traditional fresh pasta & Artisinal Flat breads.

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Discover the richness of art and culture at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a premier destination in New York City. Where to Eat Near Metropolitan Museum of Art? After exploring the museum's vast collections, treat yourself to the diverse dining scene in the surrounding Upper East Side. You’ll find a delightful mix of options, from cozy American eateries serving classic comfort food to charming Italian spots dishing out fresh pasta and artisanal flatbreads. For a taste of the Mediterranean, savor traditional Greek fare featuring fresh seafood and beloved favorites like chicken souvlaki. The atmosphere is often casual and welcoming, perfect for a relaxing meal after a day of art appreciation. Enjoying a flavorful meal nearby seamlessly completes your museum visit.

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