Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Upper East Side, New York

Pouya • December 13, 2022Delicious cocktail: “cardamom + golden kiwi” . Unique presentation cocktail: “grapefruit” and “nightcap” (only served after 9:00 pm and only good as the last drink)

Alyssa B. • June 7, 2022Try this combo: Milk choc pretzels + Pavlova mixed berries

Layla • October 19, 2019Honestly— best cookies in the world. Warm, sweet, soft inside, crisp on the outside. Get the walnut chocolate chip, it’s honestly the best! For something more sweet, get the double chocolate!

Rachel R. • August 1, 2013Great addition to the neighborhood. Delicious bento box with unique sides. Can't go wrong with the chicken teriyaki or the shrimp tempora. And definitely try the salad dressing-- incredible!

Indigo O. • December 18, 2012Great deli! More bang for your buck. Plz support small family businesses.

ZenFoodster • September 10, 2019Kao Nar Ped Krob Lunch Special (Qtr Duck Breast & Chinese Broccoli) has crispy skin & was juicy on inside but dish on saltier side. If ur lkg for a more sweet & savory balance, Moo Dang is dish to get

Dana M. • March 11, 2013GREAT hidden wine bar. Tell Heidi what you like and let her choose your wine...never a bad pick, plus EXCELLENT food!

Sophie W. • August 2, 2019The Mixto was bomb. Savory, a little fruity, so many kinds of sea animals and once in a while a surprise burst of flavor from a giant kernel of corn.

Leigh Ann • June 22, 2016Oh my goodness- this is my favorite tapas restaurant in NYC. I always make it a point to come on my birthday and anniversaries. Their red sangria is DELICIOUS and sneaky!! ALL of the food is amazing.

Paige C. • November 28, 2016Delicious cocktails and a great menu! Don't miss their tater tots (which are really like balled potato latkes) and their chicken fingers! Good place to meet friends and hang out at night!

S.M. • March 10, 2015Macaron lovers Need to go to laduree! Perfection!

Bruce T. • February 3, 2015Fabulous NYC transition. Visit this bar as it's known for featuring top music talents.

Cindy C. • May 31, 2011Finally!! A place in UES that serves bubble tea!!

Simon S. • December 20, 2016I come here twice or three times a week. Healthy food for a good price. Highly recommendable for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Very nice and quick service.

Nick C. • December 2, 2017Omakase is amazing !! Freshest sushi I’ve ever had!!!

Gretchen R. • October 8, 2016A restaurant of class and distinction- gorgeous room, beautiful dishes and one of the best sommeliers in the business.

Paolo B. • November 19, 2020Awesome french boulangerie some of the best croissants in the whole of NYC

Erin N. • November 8, 2023A hidden gem. Their brunch is fantastic.

Jasmine M. • August 28, 2022Tom yum soup was so flavorful. And I ordered the Khao Soi (with spicy level 3) and it was absolutely delicious- wish I could have finished the whole thing! Cool interior/decor too.

Andrew C. • February 22, 2018Amazing new cocktail bar... with fancy, yet old-school bar bites with Jewish flavors!!! Cocktails are named hilariously and taste incredible, so many fun twists to all the drinks!

Heidi • January 16, 2018Clockwise from top left: Tibetan Mama coconut peanut curry, spicy Chili over quinoa, GF fusilli with bolognese. $29.99 three bowl sampler is perfect for indecisive people. Food is fresh, bold flavors.

Kerry H. • January 31, 2010Best kept secret in the Upper East. Reservations recommended.

Rebecca L. • September 19, 2015The cortados at Birch are the best in the city, never bitter or sour. If you've never had a cortado, this is a great place to try one!

Paige C. • May 25, 2021One of the best lattes I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to go back and try more from their menu.

Tom D. • April 25, 2016An upper east side gem, excellent list of rotating craft beers on tap, great food. Come during daytime happy hour for cheap prices!

Steven V. • June 9, 2014The best place in town for either a nice meal or wine and snacks. They have an amazing selection of wine, cheese and dried meats for their bar snacks as well as a great dinner menu.

Shay B. • October 28, 2021Great Mediterranean breakfast

Karlina G. • August 30, 2017everything is great! they can check for allergens upon request! almond cookies, brownie cookies, orange almond cake are grain free and so delicious!!

Javier R. • February 17Amazing food and great service.

Julie S. • January 27, 2019A classic NYC weekend brunch spot near The Met. Try the Eggs Benedict. The desserts are also fantastic, especially the Sant Ambroeus (chocolate mousse cake).