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Where to Dine on the Upper East Side

From luxe omakase to atmospheric afternoon tea, here'south where to go on the Upper East Side

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The Upper East Side'southward restaurant scene doesn't exactly scream destination dining, but the options are certainly plentiful. There's a surprising latitude of cuisine to exist found, from excellent Cambodian fare to satisfying Persian nutrient. Here are the standouts for eating and drinking on the UES, whether information technology's for handmade pasta, exceptional late-night omakase, or some standout pastrami sandwiches.

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1402 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10128

Head to this Nantucket import for stellar pastas and vegetable dishes in an intimate chandelier-accented environs. Ultra-fresh produce is a highlight, with frequent seasonal menu shifts and new dish cameos, like ravioli that harness any's in flavour. The bread is too phenomenal, so be sure to catch a piece or two before the activity fully starts.

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1614 tertiary Ave
New York, NY 10128

Kaia is a rare place in the city to find South African fare, such as bunny chow, comprised of a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry, Durban-style Indian samosas, and biltong, a blazon of meat jerky served with spicy chakalaka relish. It likewise boasts an extensive South African wine listing — making it a solid pick for a drinking glass of wine and snack or a full-fledged repast, especially before heading to an event at the 92nd Street Y, just around the corner.

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1596 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10128

This coincidental ramen shop serves up satisfying, affordable bowls of curly noodles in a rich, dense shoyu broth. Top a bowl with roasted pork and sweet corn for a filling tiffin — or for an even more hearty option, opt for the chicken cutlet curry ramen. The gyoza, nicely greasy and crisped toward the bespeak of charred, are an ideal starter to share. There are likewise locations on the UWS and Park Slope.

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1652 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

Cheesecake aficionados, take notation: The version served at bakery and cafe Two Niggling Red Hens is ane of the best in town. Here, the decadent, creamy dessert is mild in flavor, with a thick and buttery graham cracker nibble crust and burnished top. Pretty fruit pies with elaborate latticework are worthy choices, too, as are cupcakes filled with chocolate pudding or peanut butter buttercream. Seasonal specials grace the menu also, like super-moist pumpkin spice cake with apricot-pumpkin cream cheese frosting, offered in the autumn.

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322 East 86th St
New York, NY 10028

This Yorkville spot, opened in 2016, comes courtesy of chef Xavier Monge, a Minetta Tavern veteran who spent nearly a decade at the West Village staple. The unfussy French fare includes steak tartare, moules frites and a whole roasted duck, served in a classic Parisian bistro-inspired space. The $42 three-grade prix fixe menu is well worth a try, with options like a classic French onion soup, well-baked half-chicken and crème brûlée.

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1631 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

Roman pizzaiolo Angelo Iezzi is the pie powerhouse backside this superb spot, his first in the U.S. Iezzi'due south pizzas are made using a long-fermented, high-hydration technique, and the chaff'southward interior is uncommonly frail. Toppings include burrata and lycopersicon esculentum sauce or smoked prosciutto, stracchino cheese, and truffle sauce.

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1609 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

This cozy Scottish spot — which is long, narrow, and dimly lit — has dubbed itself the "world'due south least pretentious whisky bar." It offers a wide pick of scotch, as well every bit hard-to-find bar bites like Scotch eggs, steak and kidney pie, and sausage rolls. There's also a daily happy hour until 7 p.1000. with fifty percent off all beer, vino, cocktails. At that place's a 2d location in the Upper West Side.

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1590 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

One of the neighborhood'due south best options for cocktails, the Penrose is a welcome respite from the sloppy hoards of drunkard private high schoolers at places like Dorian'southward and the unremarkable Irish bars that populate the area. Complement a drink or two with above-average American bar fare, and come up Sunday evenings for live jazz.

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1553 2d Ave
New York, NY 10075

The vibe at Jaiya may approximate an early 2000s nightclub, one that could accept been featured on Sex and the City aslope Tao and Buddakan, but the trendy cocktails and spacey interior won't backbite from the super spicy only well-counterbalanced curries, soups, and woks here. This restaurant was get-go established in Elmhurst in 1978 just has since made the movement to Manhattan, with a second location in Gramercy. Exercise circumspection when ordering: even medium spicy is threshold level for most seasoned spice lovers.

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1125 Lexington Ave # ii
New York, NY 10075

Some of the city'due south finest pastrami on rye can exist found at this Lexington Avenue spot, which was originally in Forest Hills and dubbed Pastrami Rex. The sandwiches are dressed simply with grainy mustard or Russian dressing. The corned beefiness is tasty, too, so gild a sandwich with both pastrami and corned beefiness and enjoy it aslope some crunchy half sour pickles.

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35 E 76th St
New York, NY 10021

Tucked within the posh Carlyle Hotel, this classy and pricey cocktail bar — cocktails are upwards of $21 — is a piece of NYC history, open since 1931. It'southward bedecked in original murals by Ludwig Bemelmans (the creator of Madeline) and features live piano music, servers in suits, and lots of old-timey New York vibes. Bemelmans makes for a snazzy pre- or post-museum jaunt, but do annotation that there'due south a cover charge once the music starts up, at 9 p.m.

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181 Due east 78th St
New York, NY 10075

Sushi Noz landed on the UES to near-immediate acclamation, including a Michelin star. The tranquil room is full of delicate cedar woodwork with an viii-seat sushi counter carved from a single 200-year-old hinoki tree. Details such equally centuries-one-time ceramics and an ice chest to go on the edomae-style sushi cold are very traditional — though chef Nozomu Abe is a charmer. It's an expensive omakase at $325 per person, but a more lively and lower cost $175 nigiri-only meal is available in a dissever room.

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1550 1st Artery
New York, NY 10028

The Upper Due east Side has no shortage of onetime school diners, only Gracie Mews, which never closes, seems to have an especially comforting quality, in part due to the unfailingly pleasant service. Settle into one of the big booths: There are a wide selection of cakes at the counter, fresh pancakes, loaded waffles, and omelets at any hour, and floor-to-ceiling windows for people watching.

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945 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021

This minimalist, simply expensive, seafood spot on the lower-level of the Met Breuer comes from the experienced team behind Estela and Buffet Altro Paradiso, led by chef Ignacio Mattos. Start with something from the expansive raw bar selection — oysters with Sichuan mignonette or white shrimp cocktail — before mains such as the wagyu steak or lobster and crab dumplings in yuzu broth. In the morning, the accompanying Flora Coffee serves the stellar pastries of Natasha Pickowicz. The long bar is a dainty spot for a engagement or solo meal, besides.

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1496 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10075

Employ this meat-centric restaurant for affordable cuts of steak — bavette and hanger for under $30 — and inventive sides, like cacio e pepe orzo, corn crème brûlée, and brown bag curly fries. Dessert is also a standout, like the strawberry ice cream sandwiched between a lemon glazed Doughnut Project doughnut or the highly photogenic altogether cake sundae. Additional locations are in the West Village and Nomad.

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1486 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10075

This cozy, casual Italian place that's been open up since 2005 has the look of a country house, with warm lighting, well-worn wood tables, exposed brick, and a hodgepodge of antiques. In fact, its decor is and so mannerly that pieces take fifty-fifty been pilfered over the years, similar proprietor Massimo Lusardi's grandfather'southward drove of antique corkscrews. It'due south a solid brunch choice, too, for dishes that eclipse standard-issue Benedicts; for late night eating, a special listing of dishes like veal meatball sliders, focaccia with Nutella, and pizzas are available after 10 p.m.

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401 E 76th St
New York, NY 10021

Named after a forest that occupied the infinite in the mid-19th century, Jones Wood Foundry serves traditional English pub fare. Information technology's one of the city's best British gastropubs, and was a relatively early inflow of the genre in NYC. Don't sleep on the fish and fries, made with beer-dilapidated cod and served with triple-cooked chips. Other carte du jour highlights include a bangers and brew, a solid burger, and a Lord's day roast served on weekends.

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339 E 75th St
New York, NY 10021

NR is the second offering from Shigefumi Kabashima, who owns the splendid ROKC in Harlem. Like the Harlem eatery, NR serves ramen with unusual goop bases, similar beer, and cocktails in unique vessels, like a porcelain egg, simply unlike the small and ofttimes cramped ROKC, NR has the capacity to seat 120 diners. Only open for dinner.

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1411 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

For very reliable Thai fare on the UES, Upwards Thai is the motility. All the familiar noodle dishes are well represented, and the Panang curry and grilled half-chicken with coconut sticky rice are tasty choices, as well. When pad thai on the couch is a necessity, Up Thai offers a brisk takeout business.

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1407 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

Feast on solid Persian fare at Persepolis in an elegant, white tableclothed dining room. Focus on the traditionally prepared stews and kebabs, like khoresht fesenjan, a unique blend of pomegranate and walnuts served with shredded chicken. The elegant establishment too offers dishes that deviate from strictly Farsi fare, instead representing more full general Center Eastern dishes such as hummus or falafel.

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1442 1st Artery
New York, NY 10021

This Kosher institution is one of the top places to find reliable Jewish deli fare on the UES. The classics are all at that place — pastrami and corned beef sandwiches and matzo ball soup — besides as more traditional dishes that are harder to find, like ptcha (jellied calves anxiety) and kasha varnishkes (bow tie pasta with barley). second Ave Deli expanded to this location in 2011 from the original in Murray Hill, and in 2017 added an upstairs cocktail bar to entice a younger crowd.

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22. Mission Ceviche - Restaurant & Bar

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1400 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

This Peruvian spot focuses on fresh, bright ceviches from chef José Luis Chávez, who besides runs a ceviche counter in the Canal Street market. This is the chef's first sit-downward eatery, where he pairs tuna tartare-like tuna tiradito with typical Peruvian dishes similar ají de gallina, shredded chicken breast in a creamy yellow pepper sauce. His ceviches are the star of the prove, though — they landed the restaurant a one-star review in the Times .

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1347, 2nd Av at, E 71st St
New York, NY 10021

Full of glistening chandeliers, framed movie posters, and antiquarian furniture, this plush restaurant dedicated to the movie star Rudolph Valentino serves all sorts of 1920s glamour. The former Il Mulino chef serves Italian dishes similar risotto with ossobuco ragout, scialatielli with octopus and spicy 'nduja sausage, and duck breast with wild blood-red sauce, cremini and oyster mushrooms. Owners also have fashion haunt Al Valentino in Milan.

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lx E 65th St
New York, NY 10065

This two-Michelin-starred, James Beard Award-busy fine French institution from chef Daniel Boulud is the prototype of a special-occasion restaurant. It's extremely refined, fancy, and expensive; but for a slightly more affordable meal here, opt for the $135, 3-course prelude carte available Monday through Thursday earlier 6 p.thou.

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156 Eastward 64th St
New York, NY 10065

Alice's original location is in the Upper Due west Side, just its two-story east side counterpart is equally, if not more than charming. The interior features quotes from the namesake Lewis Carroll book and is unsurprisingly a hit with kids, but the wide option of fresh scones served with jam and clotted cream, an extensive listing of unusual teas, and delicate finger sandwiches volition appease fifty-fifty those for whom the kitschy decor is a detractor. Head there after a day in the park or a nearby museum; there are plenty of afternoon tea specials to take advantage of.

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408 East 64th St
New York, NY 10065

This Cambodian restaurant, a dimly lit precious stone located in the far southeast stretches of the UES, is a 2020 Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient. The extensive carte encompasses curries, roast meats, a number of noodle and rice dishes, and no less than three preparations of frog legs on offering. Don't miss the Khmer fish block to start, roast duck in red curry, and tapioca with blackness beans in kokosnoot milk for dessert.

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1143 1st Artery
New York, NY 10065

Known as a tardily-night sushi den, Sushi Seki stays open until ii:30 a.thousand. every 24-hour interval merely Sunday. The bill of fare, bachelor in a la carte and omakase form, features all the classic rolls, sushi, and sashimi, as well as a Golden Bloom Trio that comes with 3 special rolls: Gold Tuna Tofu, Golden Salmon Tomato plant, and Gold Eel Avocado. The restaurant has two other locations in Chelsea and Times Square, just this original outpost remains the favorite for its post-midnight snacking potential.

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1135 1st Artery
New York, NY 10065

Head to Ravagh when a peckish strikes for satisfying skewers of meat: The barg kababs, featuring chunks of beef tenderloin, and jujeh kebabs, comprised of cornish hen marinated in lemon and saffron, come highly recommended. Charred tomato plant and onion accompany meat entrees; choose from an array of soups, dips, stews, and desserts, besides. The Iranian-run Persian chainlet has five locations throughout the New York metropolitan area, three of which are in Manhattan, all on the east side.

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311 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022

Run by the same team behind Fools Skilful, this all-day craft beer and coffee bar is a casual, roomy hang that's nifty for groups. The food holds its own aslope the all-encompassing arts and crafts beer list, with burgers and salads to line the stomach, but the truthful describe is that beer, with a geeky, rotating list of 29 drafts.

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ane. Sfoglia

Head to this Nantucket import for stellar pastas and vegetable dishes in an intimate chandelier-accented surroundings. Ultra-fresh produce is a highlight, with frequent seasonal card shifts and new dish cameos, like ravioli that harness whatever's in season. The breadstuff is also phenomenal, so be sure to grab a slice or ii earlier the action fully starts.

1402 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10128

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2. Kaia Vino Bar

Kaia is a rare place in the metropolis to notice South African fare, such equally bunny chow, comprised of a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry, Durban-style Indian samosas, and biltong, a blazon of meat jerky served with spicy chakalaka relish. It also boasts an extensive Due south African wine listing — making information technology a solid option for a glass of wine and snack or a full-fledged repast, especially before heading to an event at the 92nd Street Y, just effectually the corner.

1614 third Ave
New York, NY 10128

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three. Naruto

This casual ramen store serves upward satisfying, affordable bowls of curly noodles in a rich, dense shoyu broth. Summit a bowl with roasted pork and sweet corn for a filling lunch — or for an fifty-fifty more hearty option, opt for the chicken cutlet curry ramen. The gyoza, nicely greasy and crisped toward the point of charred, are an platonic starter to share. There are as well locations on the UWS and Park Slope.

1596 tertiary Ave
New York, NY 10128

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4. Two Niggling Ruby-red Hens

Cheesecake aficionados, take note: The version served at bakery and buffet Ii Footling Cerise Hens is ane of the best in town. Here, the decadent, creamy dessert is balmy in season, with a thick and buttery graham cracker crumb crust and burnished peak. Pretty fruit pies with elaborate latticework are worthy choices, too, as are cupcakes filled with chocolate pudding or peanut butter buttercream. Seasonal specials grace the menu as well, like super-moist pumpkin spice block with apricot-pumpkin foam cheese frosting, offered in the fall.

1652 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

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v. Little Frog

This Yorkville spot, opened in 2016, comes courtesy of chef Xavier Monge, a Minetta Tavern veteran who spent near a decade at the West Hamlet staple. The unfussy French fare includes steak tartare, moules frites and a whole roasted duck, served in a classic Parisian bistro-inspired space. The $42 three-form prix fixe menu is well worth a try, with options like a classic French onion soup, crisp half-chicken and crème brûlée.

322 East 86th St
New York, NY 10028

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half dozen. PQR - Pizza Quadrata Romana

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Roman pizzaiolo Angelo Iezzi is the pie powerhouse backside this superb spot, his showtime in the U.Due south. Iezzi's pizzas are made using a long-fermented, loftier-hydration technique, and the crust's interior is exceptionally delicate. Toppings include burrata and tomato sauce or smoked prosciutto, stracchino cheese, and truffle sauce.

1631 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

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7. Caledonia Bar

This cozy Scottish spot — which is long, narrow, and dimly lit — has dubbed itself the "world'due south least pretentious whisky bar." Information technology offers a wide selection of scotch, as well as hard-to-find bar bites like Scotch eggs, steak and kidney pie, and sausage rolls. There's likewise a daily happy hour until 7 p.m. with 50 percent off all beer, wine, cocktails. There'southward a second location in the Upper West Side.

1609 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

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eight. The Penrose

Ane of the neighborhood'south best options for cocktails, the Penrose is a welcome respite from the sloppy hoards of drunkard individual loftier schoolers at places like Dorian's and the unremarkable Irish confined that populate the area. Complement a drink or ii with in a higher place-average American bar fare, and come Sunday evenings for live jazz.

1590 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10028

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ix. Jaiya UES

The vibe at Jaiya may guess an early on 2000s nightclub, one that could have been featured on Sexual activity and the City alongside Tao and Buddakan, but the trendy cocktails and spacey interior won't detract from the super spicy simply well-counterbalanced curries, soups, and woks here. This restaurant was first established in Elmhurst in 1978 but has since fabricated the move to Manhattan, with a 2d location in Gramercy. Practise caution when ordering: even medium spicy is threshold level for nearly seasoned spice lovers.

1553 2d Ave
New York, NY 10075

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10. Pastrami Queen

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Some of the city's finest pastrami on rye tin be institute at this Lexington Avenue spot, which was originally in Forest Hills and dubbed Pastrami King. The sandwiches are dressed just with grainy mustard or Russian dressing. The corned beef is tasty, too, and then order a sandwich with both pastrami and corned beefiness and bask it alongside some crunchy half sour pickles.

1125 Lexington Ave # 2
New York, NY 10075

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11. Bemelmans Bar

Tucked inside the posh Carlyle Hotel, this swish and pricey cocktail bar — cocktails are upwards of $21 — is a piece of NYC history, open since 1931. It's bedecked in original murals by Ludwig Bemelmans (the creator of Madeline) and features live piano music, servers in suits, and lots of one-time-timey New York vibes. Bemelmans makes for a snazzy pre- or post-museum jaunt, but exercise note that there'south a encompass charge one time the music starts upwards, at 9 p.m.

35 Due east 76th St
New York, NY 10021

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12. Sushi Noz

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Sushi Noz landed on the UES to nearly-firsthand acclaim, including a Michelin star. The tranquil room is full of delicate cedar woodwork with an viii-seat sushi counter carved from a single 200-yr-old hinoki tree. Details such as centuries-quondam ceramics and an water ice chest to keep the edomae-style sushi common cold are very traditional — though chef Nozomu Abe is a charmer. It'south an expensive omakase at $325 per person, but a more lively and lower cost $175 nigiri-but repast is bachelor in a separate room.

181 E 78th St
New York, NY 10075

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13. Gracie Mews Diner

The Upper East Side has no shortage of old school diners, merely Gracie Mews, which never closes, seems to have an specially comforting quality, in part due to the unfailingly pleasant service. Settle into 1 of the big booths: In that location are a wide selection of cakes at the counter, fresh pancakes, loaded waffles, and omelets at any hour, and floor-to-ceiling windows for people watching.

1550 1st Artery
New York, NY 10028

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14. Flora Bar

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This minimalist, but expensive, seafood spot on the lower-level of the Met Breuer comes from the experienced squad behind Estela and Cafe Altro Paradiso, led by chef Ignacio Mattos. Start with something from the expansive raw bar pick — oysters with Sichuan mignonette or white shrimp cocktail — before mains such equally the wagyu steak or lobster and crab dumplings in yuzu broth. In the morning, the accompanying Flora Coffee serves the stellar pastries of Natasha Pickowicz. The long bar is a dainty spot for a date or solo repast, too.

945 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021

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15. Quality Eats

Utilise this meat-centric restaurant for affordable cuts of steak — bavette and hanger for under $30 — and inventive sides, like cacio e pepe orzo, corn crème brûlée, and brown pocketbook curly fries. Dessert is besides a standout, like the strawberry ice cream sandwiched between a lemon glazed Doughnut Project doughnut or the highly photogenic birthday block sundae. Boosted locations are in the Westward Village and Nomad.

1496 second Ave
New York, NY 10075

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sixteen. Uva

This cozy, casual Italian place that's been open since 2005 has the look of a country house, with warm lighting, well-worn wood tables, exposed brick, and a mishmash of antiques. In fact, its decor is and so charming that pieces accept even been pilfered over the years, like proprietor Massimo Lusardi'southward grandpa'due south collection of antique corkscrews. It'southward a solid brunch option, too, for dishes that eclipse standard-issue Benedicts; for late dark eating, a special listing of dishes similar veal meatball sliders, focaccia with Nutella, and pizzas are available afterward 10 p.m.

1486 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10075

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17. Jones Woods Foundry

Named after a forest that occupied the space in the mid-19th century, Jones Woods Foundry serves traditional English pub fare. It'due south one of the city's best British gastropubs, and was a relatively early on arrival of the genre in NYC. Don't sleep on the fish and chips, made with beer-battered cod and served with triple-cooked fries. Other carte du jour highlights include a bangers and mash, a solid burger, and a Sunday roast served on weekends.

401 Eastward 76th St
New York, NY 10021

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18. NR

NR is the second offer from Shigefumi Kabashima, who owns the excellent ROKC in Harlem. Like the Harlem eating place, NR serves ramen with unusual broth bases, like beer, and cocktails in unique vessels, similar a porcelain egg, but different the pocket-sized and oftentimes cramped ROKC, NR has the capacity to seat 120 diners. Only open for dinner.

339 E 75th St
New York, NY 10021

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nineteen. Up Thai

For very reliable Thai fare on the UES, Upward Thai is the motion. All the familiar noodle dishes are well represented, and the Panang curry and grilled half-chicken with coconut sticky rice are tasty choices, too. When pad thai on the couch is a necessity, Up Thai offers a brisk takeout business concern.

1411 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

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20. Persepolis

Banquet on solid Western farsi fare at Persepolis in an elegant, white tableclothed dining room. Focus on the traditionally prepared stews and kebabs, similar khoresht fesenjan, a unique blend of pomegranate and walnuts served with shredded chicken. The elegant institution as well offers dishes that deviate from strictly Persian fare, instead representing more general Centre Eastern dishes such as hummus or falafel.

1407 2d Ave
New York, NY 10021

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21. second Ave Deli

This Kosher establishment is one of the top places to find reliable Jewish deli fare on the UES. The classics are all there — pastrami and corned beef sandwiches and matzo ball soup — also every bit more traditional dishes that are harder to detect, similar ptcha (jellied calves anxiety) and kasha varnishkes (bow necktie pasta with barley). 2nd Ave Deli expanded to this location in 2011 from the original in Murray Hill, and in 2017 added an upstairs cocktail bar to entice a younger crowd.

1442 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10021

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22. Mission Ceviche - Eatery & Bar

This Peruvian spot focuses on fresh, bright ceviches from chef José Luis Chávez, who also runs a ceviche counter in the Canal Street market. This is the chef'due south outset sit-downwards eatery, where he pairs tuna tartare-similar tuna tiradito with typical Peruvian dishes like ají de gallina, shredded craven breast in a creamy xanthous pepper sauce. His ceviches are the star of the show, though — they landed the eating place a ane-star review in the Times .

1400 2d Ave
New York, NY 10021

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23. Il Divo

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Full of glistening chandeliers, framed movie posters, and antique furniture, this costly restaurant dedicated to the movie star Rudolph Valentino serves all sorts of 1920s glamour. The sometime Il Mulino chef serves Italian dishes like risotto with ossobuco ragout, scialatielli with octopus and spicy 'nduja sausage, and duck breast with wild crimson sauce, cremini and oyster mushrooms. Owners also accept fashion haunt Al Valentino in Milan.

1347, second Av at, E 71st St
New York, NY 10021

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24. Daniel

This two-Michelin-starred, James Bristles Honour-busy fine French institution from chef Daniel Boulud is the epitome of a special-occasion restaurant. It's extremely refined, fancy, and expensive; but for a slightly more affordable meal here, opt for the $135, iii-course prelude menu available Mon through Thursday before 6 p.one thousand.

sixty E 65th St
New York, NY 10065

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25. Alice's Tea Cup, Affiliate 2

Alice's original location is in the Upper West Side, but its two-story due east side analogue is every bit, if not more charming. The interior features quotes from the namesake Lewis Carroll volume and is unsurprisingly a hit with kids, simply the wide selection of fresh scones served with jam and clotted cream, an all-encompassing list of unusual teas, and delicate finger sandwiches will gratify fifty-fifty those for whom the kitschy decor is a detractor. Caput there afterward a solar day in the park or a nearby museum; there are plenty of afternoon tea specials to take advantage of.

156 East 64th St
New York, NY 10065

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26. Angkor

This Cambodian restaurant, a dimly lit gem located in the far southeast stretches of the UES, is a 2020 Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient. The extensive carte du jour encompasses curries, roast meats, a number of noodle and rice dishes, and no less than three preparations of frog legs on offering. Don't miss the Khmer fish cake to offset, roast duck in cerise curry, and tapioca with blackness beans in coconut milk for dessert.

408 E 64th St
New York, NY 10065

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27. Sushi Seki

Known as a tardily-night sushi den, Sushi Seki stays open until 2:30 a.chiliad. every day simply Lord's day. The menu, available in a la bill of fare and omakase course, features all the archetype rolls, sushi, and sashimi, every bit well as a Golden Bloom Trio that comes with three special rolls: Golden Tuna Tofu, Gilded Salmon Lycopersicon esculentum, and Golden Eel Avocado. The restaurant has two other locations in Chelsea and Times Square, but this original outpost remains the favorite for its post-midnight snacking potential.

1143 1st Artery
New York, NY 10065

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28. Ravagh

Head to Ravagh when a peckish strikes for satisfying skewers of meat: The barg kababs, featuring chunks of beef tenderloin, and jujeh kebabs, comprised of cornish hen marinated in lemon and saffron, come highly recommended. Charred love apple and onion accompany meat entrees; choose from an array of soups, dips, stews, and desserts, too. The Iranian-run Persian chainlet has five locations throughout the New York metropolitan expanse, three of which are in Manhattan, all on the east side.

1135 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10065

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29. The Jeffrey

Run by the same team behind Fools Skillful, this all-day craft beer and coffee bar is a casual, roomy hang that's great for groups. The food holds its own aslope the extensive craft beer list, with burgers and salads to line the stomach, but the true draw is that beer, with a geeky, rotating list of 29 drafts.

311 East 60th St
New York, NY 10022

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