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Italianissimo
$$$$•Italian•4.9(657)The instant you walk into Italianissimo Ristorante, you are overcome with a feeling of romance. When you arrive, your hosts for the evening sits you at a table adorned with gorgeous fresh flowers that evoke a certain elegance and charm. The maitre d' presents to you the nightly specials that Chef Luigi Campoverde (who is no stranger to the Upper East Side, with stints at Il Nido, Il Monello and Portofino Grill) is about to prepare in the kitchen.Pavin 86
$$$$•Italian•4.9(24)PAVIN 86 NYC, we pride ourselves on serving a delightful menu featuring classic pasta dishes, succulent meats, and a carefully curated selection of Italian wines & more.
Each dish is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, bringing the rich flavors of Italy to your table.
Altamirano's Italian Ristorante
$$$$•Italian•4.9(126)A Taste of Italy on the Upper East Side
Step into Altamirano’s Italian Ristorante, where classic Italian flavors meet elegant New York charm. Located at 1479 York Ave, we serve fresh house-made pasta, elevated seafood dishes, and timeless Italian specialties in a cozy, upscale setting. Enjoy our signature cocktails and explore a curated wine list designed to perfectly complement every dish. Whether it’s a romantic evening, a family gathering, or a night out with friends—your table is waitingSandro's Restaurant
$$$$•Italian•4.8(1,265)Sandro's, a cherished family-run establishment, offers an authentic Roman dining experience. Chef Sandro Fioriti crafts timeless Roman dishes, while his wife Anna and son Sandro Jr. oversee the restaurant's day to day operations. Eschewing flashy decor and modern tunes, Sandro's ambiance transports guests to Italy, with its traditional cuisine and exclusively Italian wine selection, constantly evolving to delight wine enthusiasts.
WHEN BOOKING PLEASE NOTE THE SEATING OPTION YOU ARE BOOKING FOR. BAR is for seats at the BAR, and DINING ROOM is for tables in the restaurant. We will do our best to accommodate any seating requests but cannot guarantee accommodation.
As a busy establishment with limited space, we kindly ask that large strollers may be turned away to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all our guests.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Aunt Jake's Pasta Experience
$$$$•Contemporary Italian•4.9(1,570)Join us at Aunt Jake’s Upper East Side for an immersive Pasta Making Class and three-course pasta dining experience. The cost is $60 per person, which includes hands-on pasta instruction and a full meal, prior to tax, gratuity, and beverages. A $10 per person non-refundable deposit is required at booking and is applied to your final bill. The experience runs approximately 2.5 hours.
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Founded in 2015, Aunt Jake’s was built around the idea that pasta should be personal. Our instructors guide guests through the process of making fresh pasta while emphasizing quality ingredients, technique, and customization. For the post-class meal, each guest gets to mix and match pasta shapes and sauces to create a dish that reflects their own taste, making every experience unique.Arturo's
$$$$•Italian•4.8(50)Opened in 1982, Arturo's is one of the few remaining authentic, old-fashioned Italian Restaurants on the Upper East Side. Chef and owner Joseph Napolitano, who took over the business started by and named after his father, is proud to offer to his dedicated clientele a "no frills" dining experience. The food at Arturo's has hints of influence from the old Italian neighborhoods in New York City and traditions that are long forgotten by many of today's more trendy Italian eateries.
Treadwell Park - UES
$$$$•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.6(44)Craft beers, cocktails & New American bar bites feature at this hip hangout with pingpong & pinball. For Parties of 8+ please email celine@merchantshospitality.com for booking.Oda House - Upper East Side
$$$$•Georgian•4.8(477)Oda House Offers authentic Georgian cuisine and natural wines. A liberal use of spices, kebabs, khinkali (oversized meat-and-cheese dumplings), mtsvadi, khachapuri (Georgian cheese bread) and adjaruli (Cheese boat) typify the kitchen’s preparations. But, more classic dishes may reveal satsivi, or boiled chicken, served cool in a warmly spiced and seasoned walnut sauce, accompanied by gomi. Oda House uses mostly fresh and organic ingredients sourced from local farms. Menu has plenty of vegan and Gluten-free choices.
Maia Acquaviva, managing partner and executive Chef of Oda House, brings Georgian cuisine and a dose of Georgian culture and pride to NY. The passion she had from an early age to cook blossomed. Maia said, “Words cannot fully express how grateful I am for the opportunities that have been presented to me.” Her life motto is: If you want something with all your heart, the entire universe mobilizes around you to make your wishes come true!
Tinos
$$$$•Greek•4.8(315)Tinos Restaurant with 20 years of experience on greek food in the finest Greek Restaurant NYC, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us.Barbaresco
$$$$•Italian•4.8(690)Welcome to Barbaresco Restaurant!
There's a Neighborhoody feel to this Friendly Upper Eastern Side Restaurant. Old School Cuisine, exceptional wine list and warm attentive service. Very convenient for pre or post shopping dining from Bloomingdales.; Barbaresco Restaurant serves fresh, flavorful upscale-casual Italian-style dishes prepared from the finest ingredients sourced from around the world. We make everything by hand every day—from our delicious soups and flavorful sauces to our salad dressings and desserts. We recently expanded our wine list to include more moderately priced bottles of fine quality wines.;
If you have a special occasion to celebrate or a business meeting, our menu offers more to choose from. Share the good times and come dine with us for fun, food, and spirits. ; We look forward to sharing our passion for good food and service with you, and welcome you as our guests.
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- PPaulNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoAn absolute gem for fresh bivalves and standout cocktails. Coming into this spot for happy hour completely exceeded expectations. We started with a dozen raw oysters that were impeccably shucked, ice-cold, and packed with just the right amount of ocean brine. You can genuinely taste the freshness, and the accompanying cocktail sauce added a crisp, bright kick without overpowering the seafood. On the drink side, the cocktail menu delivers just as much as the raw bar. My drink was balanced, artfully presented, and mixed with top-tier spirits rather than hidden under heavy syrups or mixers. The vibe strikes that ideal balance of lively and relaxed, and the service was attentive from the second we walked in. Whether you are dropping in for a quick round of shells and a drink after work or settling in for a full evening, this place is well worth the visit.More infoCrave Fishbar Upper East$$$$• Seafood• Upper East Side•4.8
- PPeterWest Palm Beach •24 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoLove it there, we celebrated our anniversary there it was superMore infoCentral Park Boathouse$$$$• Continental• Upper East Side•4.6
- KKseniaNew York City •1 review5.0Dined on 17 Oct 2026My favorite place in the world. Best staff, best food, and if I could go every day, I would. 100/10!!!!More infoPil Pil$$$$• Spanish• Upper East Side•4.6
- SSaraGoldNew York City •11 reviews5.0Dined on 6 Oct 2026Great food and drinks. Would definitely go back thereMore infoZoi Mediterranean UES$$$$• Mediterranean• Upper East Side•4.6
- KKarlPhiladelphia County •1 review5.0Dined on 29 Sept 2026Food and wine spectacular. Dani, owner, very attentive. Great place for a casual dinner.More infoCaffe Buon Gusto - UES$$$$• Italian• Upper East Side•4.7
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Just a few years back, the stately neighborhood near Central Park was mostly stale, white-tablecloth spots with very little to attract the foodie set. Well, times have changed, and the area has a slew of fresh places to experience. Not-too-fancy French brasseries include favorites without the stuffiness, California-inspired fish tacos bring a golden glow to winter afternoons, and creative tavern fare undo the top button. But since this is the UES, there are still high-end sushi institutions. Uptown is still refined in its inimitable way, it’s now just a bit more accessible and vibrant, just like a foie gras mini taco.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Upper East Side is Casa Tevere
The best vegan restaurants in Upper East Side are Central Park Boathouse, Island and Up Thai
The best vegetarian restaurants in Upper East Side are Central Park Boathouse, Island and Up Thai
The restaurants with the best service in Upper East Side are Nica Trattoria, IL Carino Restaurant and Dulce Vida Latin Bistro
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Upper East Side are 2nd Floor Bar & Essen, IL Carino Restaurant and Afghan Kebab House
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