Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar, New York, NY

The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar

4.6 (1600)
$31 to $50
American
133 East 65th St., New York, NY 10065

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
The East Pole, on the Upper East Side, is housed in an historic brownstone on a quiet block of 65th Street. Drawing on old maps and subtle nautical accents, the main dining room & bar is timeless and sophisticated with a clean, simple aesthetic focusing on high quality materials.

The menu features simple yet elevated home cooking with a focus on local, seasonal, organic produce and sustainably sourced proteins. For Drinks, our signature cocktail menu & full bar service, with a focus on small batch distilleries, breweries & wineries are all available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    As one of the leading chefs in the Farm to Table Movement, Chef Nicholas Wilber, has developed a simple yet thoughtful catering menu utilizing local, seasonal, organic produce and sustainably sourced proteins.<br /><br />For Drinks, our unique signature cocktail menu & full bar service, with a focus on small batch distilleries, are all available. From grower champagnes to biodynamic wines & a beer list featuring American Ale from Colorado to Nantucket, along with a variety of NY State beers, we’ve got you covered.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    The East Pole, on the Upper East Side, is housed in a historic Brownstone on a quiet block of 65th Street. Drawing on old maps and subtle nautical accents, the main dining room is timeless and sophisticated with a clean, simple aesthetic focusing on high quality materials.The second floor bar is the perfect place to meet for pre or post dinner drinks. The second floor Map Room is a private dining area for up to 22 guests with a private entrance and restroom. Outdoor seating under a custom designed arbor allows for a unique entrance or additional seating. If your party is larger, we can accommodate up to 80 guests for a seated meal or 150 guests for cocktails.
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    Lexington Avenue & 65th Street
  • Parking details
    Private Garage located at 200 East 65th Street, between Second and Third Avenues
  • Public transit
    4/5/6/N/R/W train to 59th StreetF/Q trains to 63rd Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 1,600 people are saying

The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "excellent food" and "wonderful service." It's a "favorite spot" for many, known for its "great brunch menu" and "incredible cocktails." While the ambiance can be "a bit too loud," the overall experience is "worth it."
1,600 Reviews
  1. Deborah VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    excellent host and server, food very good, nice ambiance, alittle loud. will definately go back. great neighborhood gem

    Is this helpful?

  2. john VIP

    South Carolina8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Quite disappointed with the food. Staff was very welcoming and server very competent. One and done for us.

    Is this helpful?

  3. JoeH VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot. Food always on point. Service fantastic

    Is this helpful?

  4. Douglas VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good. Excellent food and service. Quiet because we were there early.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Alessandra VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone has been very kind to us and the food is always fantastic. One of my favorite spot in the city!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Douglas VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food as always, but it is definitely too loud 

    Is this helpful?

  7. Brian VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was bland. Tables jammed too tightly together to have any space from neighbors.

    Is this helpful?

  8. laura VIP

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff are incredibly nice and the food is great.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Melissa VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Peter’s service was top notch, and Brian and the rest of the staff were awesome, as always. The food was amazing, of course! This is my favorite spot for a reason ♥️

    Is this helpful?

  10. Erin VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Easter brunch! Server was wonderful and we love the food and vibe as always. One of our fave spots on the UES!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1600 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New York City
  4. Manhattan
  5. Upper East Side

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for The East Pole - Kitchen and Bar

133 East 65th St., New York, NY 10065

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lexington Avenue & 65th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Garage located at 200 East 65th Street, between Second and Third Avenues
  • Public transit
    4/5/6/N/R/W train to 59th StreetF/Q trains to 63rd Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    As one of the leading chefs in the Farm to Table Movement, Chef Nicholas Wilber, has developed a simple yet thoughtful catering menu utilizing local, seasonal, organic produce and sustainably sourced proteins.<br /><br />For Drinks, our unique signature cocktail menu & full bar service, with a focus on small batch distilleries, are all available. From grower champagnes to biodynamic wines & a beer list featuring American Ale from Colorado to Nantucket, along with a variety of NY State beers, we’ve got you covered.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    The East Pole, on the Upper East Side, is housed in a historic Brownstone on a quiet block of 65th Street. Drawing on old maps and subtle nautical accents, the main dining room is timeless and sophisticated with a clean, simple aesthetic focusing on high quality materials.The second floor bar is the perfect place to meet for pre or post dinner drinks. The second floor Map Room is a private dining area for up to 22 guests with a private entrance and restroom. Outdoor seating under a custom designed arbor allows for a unique entrance or additional seating. If your party is larger, we can accommodate up to 80 guests for a seated meal or 150 guests for cocktails.
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant reservation software
  • Industry insights
  • Hospitality resources
  • Marketing resources
  • Operation resources
  • How to open a restaurant
  • For restaurants
  • For restaurant groups
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo