TAO Uptown
Asian Restaurant, Bar, and Sushi Restaurant$$$$
Midtown East, New York
This Asian restaurant is famous for their sea bass. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Must go back for the lobster fried rice and giant fortune cookie."(13 Tips)
"Try the Satay Of Chilean Sea Bass With Wok Roasted Asparagus"(18 Tips)
"The lychee martini is to die for!"(8 Tips)"The sushi and the Orange chicken is sooo good!"(13 Tips)
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Madeline CoppedeMarch 28, 2011Such amazing food and a great atmosphere...definitely get the spicy tuna on top of crispy rice. It's delicious!!
Elaine JordaFebruary 23, 2011Chilean sea bass just melts in your mouth!!! P.S. Don't let the waitress "throw an appetizer platter" unless u wanna drop 3billz on apps alone!
peking duck spring rolls are one of the best apps around bar none. also very good spicy tuna rolls and dumplings
Caroline R.August 16, 2011Great atmosphere... food and cocktails are amazing... the fortune cookie is great if you're having dessert.
KarinaApril 15, 2012Go on a weeknight so its not so crowded. Just always love their fortune cookie dessert!- Katrina KildareJune 26, 2016When they have it on the menu the lobster pad thai is ridiculously intoxicating.
Donde B.February 15, 2012Restrooms: it is boys on the left (Yang) girls on the right (Yin). If you read anything different person is trying to make you enter wrong lavatory or is just not paying attention.
The ruby red dragon is a fabulous drink and the spicy tuna melts in your mouth. Incredible atmosphere as well!
Eileen SheehanDecember 20, 2011Order little bit of everything when you go with friends! Makes for a great night out!
Lauren EllisonJanuary 11, 2012Try the Chilean Sea Bass! It's one of the best fish dishes I've ever had.
Daniel PowellJuly 16, 2017The food is pretty good but it's definitely proud of its nightclub reputation...
Remember : yang is for men's restroom!! And yin is for lady's
Tinkerbells WandMay 3, 2012Great food very sexy vibe bring someone you love and want to get closer to.. so romantic
The Corcoran GroupNovember 23, 2009Restrooms are unlabelled downstairs, but it's boys on the left (ying) and girls on the right (yang)
Junior IslamApril 18, 2010**Loved the food...specially the Fortune Cookie Dessert...wait time was really long tho...but definitely worth it...it was a beautiful night w. my beautiful Angel...!!!
Katrina DemlowJune 4, 2012Despite what some people say... Yin is girls bathroom. Yang is guys! Remember it by yang rhyming with Wang!
If you don't have a reservation, there's a six seat sushi bar on the second floor in the back that's usually empty or a short wait.
Rose Marie ParedesDecember 30, 2012Try the Sexy Lobster Sushi Roll - #yummy #love the #sushi here!!!
Carlo De MarchisOctober 9, 2010We got the private room on top of the restaurant with a view on the big area and the buddah AMAZING
JD MaloneSeptember 1, 2015I have so many mixed reviews of this place. The food is good but the service sucks most of the time. It can get very loud if they are busy!
MacNovember 26, 2013Came in on a Tuesday at 3:45 is hoping to grab a later lunch. Immediately seated, but took too long to get anyone to come to our table. Waited 7 minutes and decided to leave. Expected better service.
There's an awesome and affordable prix fixe dinner (around $30). Try the Wasabi Crusted Filet Mignon and Crispy Tuna Sashimi. Incredible. Read more
Travis PrimeDecember 30, 2010previous poster is slightly inaccurate re. bathrooms. mens room is to the left, but it is "yang." the "ying" room is womens. ask me how I know... or don't!
Marielle CastellanosNovember 3, 2011I LOVED TAO! Food was great. Must go back when I get around NYC.
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantJanuary 19, 2015Not my typical go-to but a super fun theme park experience. Food is good not great. Big for teen girl birthdays judging by last nite.
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- Wed–Fri
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
(212) 888-2288
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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