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1. Daniel
60 E 65th St, New York, NY 10021 · 212-288-0033
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Renowned chef Daniel Boulud creates magical French cuisine in this luxurious location. This stylish space boasts 18-foot ceilings and exotic limestone columns. Simple foods become exotic dishes under the hand of this creative culinary wizard. Diners can choose from multi-course prix fixe and tasting menus, including a vegetarian option. The bar and lounge offres an à la carte menu (main courses around $40). Three-course prix fixe: $96; six-course tasting menu: $155. TRAIN: 6 to 68th St-Hunter College
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2. Aureole
34 E 61st St, Between Park and Madison Aves, New York, NY 10021 · 212-319-1660
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Touted for its exquisite, progressive American cuisine, this classy New York restaurant demands the best from both its chef and its patrons. The chef carefully prepares creations like Atlantic salmon with orange-miso vinaigrette and ginger-marinated magret of moulard duck with sugar snap peas. Warm tones, linen tabelclothes, and an intimate setting make for a perfect experience. Lunch tasting menu $38; Dinner tasting menu $95-160. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 59th St
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3. Café Boulud
20 E 76th St, Surrey Hotel, New York, NY 10021 · 212-772-2600
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Daniel Boulud, proprietor of the famous "Daniel" restaurant, also owns the stylish Café Boulud. The menu is comprised of four sections, each with a different focus. La Tradition features classic French preparations, with items like foie gras terrine, roasted duck breast, and chocolate soufflé; La Saison highlights the freshest meats, seafood, fruits, and vegetables of the season. Le Potager is a vegetarian's dream menu, while Le Voyage takes an international approach with dishes from around the world. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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4. Kai
822 Madison Ave, Ito En Tea Store, New York, NY 10021 · 212-988-7277
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Sleek, minimalist design elements mark the interior of this serene eatery, which was founded with the intent of honoring the harmony of the traditional Japanese dining experience. In keeping with this elemental balance, dishes from the both land and sea are well represented, including teriyaki kanpachi, sesame-grilled black cod, and Mishima rib-eye steak. Be sure to complement your choice with a glass of wine and, later, a cup of sake. Stop in between noon and 4pm for Ito En tea accompanied by a selection of sweets (try the chocolate-coated almonds dusted with Matcha powder). Prix Fixe is $85, Chef's Omakase Dinner is $150-200. TRAIN: 6 to 68th St
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UPPER EAST SIDE. This glamorous yet whimsical space retains its original mantel pieces, chair molding and antiques while also featuring sharp geometric patterns, contemporary artwork, and color scheme of bold reds, earthy browns, and creamy whites. Owner-chef David Burke weaves a spellbinding tapestry of New American brunch offerings, ranging from ginger-rubbed salmon with rock shrimp hash browns to lobster dumplings with black mussels. TRAIN: F to 63rd & Lexington; N, R, W to 59th & Lexington
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6. Erminia
250 E 83rd St, between 2nd and 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10028 · 212-879-4284
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UPPER EAST SIDE. This Upper East Sider features fabulous homestyle Italian cuisine and a cozy atmosphere, including candle lit tables, soft lighting and a friendly waitstaff. Expect to find an older crowd here – after all, they know best – as well as a few well-heeled youngsters who just adore the place's romantic atmosphere. Specialties include linguine with white clam sauce, stuffed veal, wood-fired fish skewers and lamb chops. Take your time and enjoy the break Erminia affords . . . just make sure you save room for dessert. TRAIN: 4,5,6 to 86th St
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7. JoJo
160 E 64th St, between Lexington and 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10021 · 212-223-5656
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Specializing in innovative takes on traditional French bistro fare, JoJo is one of the Upper East Side's true gems. Popular with area movers and shakers, this Lexington Avenue eatery boasts a comfortable dining area and superbly friendly waitstaff. The recipe for pleasure here is quite simple. Order a bottle of fine French wine, relax, and opt for the prix fixe dinner, which may feature lobster tartine, seasoned rack of lamb with cucumber-mint relish, or grilled sirloin with gingered shiitake mushrooms. Multi-course tasting menu $65. TRAIN: Q to Lexington Ave
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8. Donguri
309 E 83rd St, between 1st and 2nd Aves, New York, NY 10028 · 212-737-5656
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Combining a lovely mix of neighborhood charm and excellent Japanese cuisine, this East 80s treasure may tend toward the expensive side, but you won't hear many complaints from the steady flow of traffic dining here nightly. Donguri serves up a wide range of tasty sushi and sashimi platters, as well as grilled vegetable and seafood dishes. If it's after work, you'll definitely want to sample a little Hakkaisan Saki. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Ask the regulars, and they'll quickly tell you that the only thing this casual little sushi bar lacks is a bit of anonymity. Indeed, this is the type of place locals tend to keep to themselves, but as is always the case with a good food, news about this place is impossible to suppress. Understated and a tad snug (especially on the weekends), Sushi Seki has firmly established itself as one of the best places on the Upper East Side to enjoy a roll or two of yellowtail, snapper or octopus. TRAIN: N, R, W, 4, 5, 6 to Lexington Av-63rd
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UPPER EAST SIDE. Located in the East 70s, this handsome little eatery is one of the area's more upscale places to grab a little sushi, most of it seasoned with their spice of choice – you guessed it: pink gari. Saunter up to the counter and place an order for your favorite rolls, but pay attention – you can run up a tall bill pretty quickly here. If sushi isn't your speed, try one of the cooked dishes, like shrimp tempura or chicken and vegetable Udon. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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