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Uva is one of UES.

1. Uva

8.5
1486 2nd Ave (btwn 77th & 78th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 238 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: We're obsessed with their sheep's ricotta cheese and black truffle honey bruchetta. Don't think, just get it. Pair it with the gnocchi di ricotta and a wine by the glass for a perfect experience.

Pio Pio is one of UES.

2. Pio Pio

8.1
1746 1st Ave (btwn E 90th & E 91st St), New York, NY
Peruvian Restaurant · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews
Flex Mussels is one of UES.

3. Flex Mussels

174 E 82nd St (btw Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Upper East Side · 180 tips and reviews

Eric L.Eric L: Get an off menu alcoholic doughnut, the s'mores one, and the salted caramel one.

Via Quadronno is one of UES.

4. Via Quadronno

8.3
25 E 73rd St (Madison Ave), New York, NY
Café · Upper East Side · 150 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Perfect place to go for a meal after visiting The Met – it’s like being transported to a little town in Italy. Their Paninis are perfect, the DIY Tiramisu is awe-inspiring and cappuccino is lovely.

Pizza Beach is one of UES.

5. Pizza Beach

1426 3rd Ave (81st), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Upper East Side · 30 tips and reviews
The Meatball Shop is one of UES.

6. The Meatball Shop

1462 2nd Ave (btwn E 76th & E 77th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 178 tips and reviews
Jones Wood Foundry is one of UES.

7. Jones Wood Foundry

8.5
401 E 76th St (btwn York & 1st Ave.), New York, NY
English Restaurant · Upper East Side · 156 tips and reviews

Anna H.Anna Hyclak: Favorite UES bar. Very authentically British. Some of the coolest, nicest and cutest bartenders in town. Try the Scotch egg!

8. Jones Wood Foundry

8.5
401 E 76th St (btwn York & 1st Ave.), New York, NY
English Restaurant · Upper East Side · 156 tips and reviews

ZacharyZachary: Steak and kidney pie and fish/chips should be your go to dishes here. Great ciders on tap on my last visit in Oct.

The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites is one of UES.

9. The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites

9.1
311 E 60th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Upper East Side · 188 tips and reviews

SarSar: Such a great addition to the area! Tons of beer!!! Also, the wine selection is pretty impressive. The bartenders are extremely nice as well. Best bonus? Free truffle popcorn. Def worth the trip.

Bondurants is one of UES.

10. Bondurants

9.1
303 E 85th St (2nd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Yorkville · 113 tips and reviews

Christin G.Christin Gabriel: Get the sourdough grilled cheese (sharp cheddar, gruyere, smoked gouda) with bourbon bacon jam. Amazing beer and whiskey selection too!

The Penrose is one of UES.

11. The Penrose

8.8
1590 2nd Ave (btwn E 82nd & E 83rd St), New York, NY
Gastropub · Yorkville · 252 tips and reviews
The Guthrie Inn is one of UES.

12. The Guthrie Inn

8.4
1259 Park Ave (btwn E 97th & E 98th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · East Harlem · 35 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: East Harlem's not known for harboring sexy date spots, but this relative newcomer's a pretty good neighborhood spot to bring a special someone. Check out cocktails like the Sharpie Moustache, Read more.

Earl's Beer & Cheese is one of UES.

13. Earl's Beer & Cheese

8.9
1259 Park Ave (btwn E 97th & E 98th St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · East Harlem · 169 tips and reviews

Matt C.Matt C: The taco is amazing. It's also huge.

ABV is one of UES.

14. ABV

1504 Lexington Ave (at E 97th St), New York, NY
Wine Bar · East Harlem · 79 tips and reviews

MichaelMichael: The lamb meatballs and also the fish tacos, foie gras fluffernutter, and summer gnocchi

15. Caledonia Bar

8.8
1609 2nd Ave (btwn 83rd and 84th), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews

Mita M.Mita M.: Scrumptious sausage rolls, shelves of scotch, a jukebox, handsome bartenders, this girl couldn't be happier.

Two Little Red Hens is one of UES.

16. Two Little Red Hens

1652 2nd Ave (btwn E 85th & E 86th St), New York, NY
Bakery · Yorkville · 362 tips and reviews

AlejandroAlejandro: Brooklyn blackout cake or cupcake is a must. followed by the red velvet cake and the mocha madness cookie

Dough Loco is one of UES.

17. Dough Loco

24 E 97th St (Madison), New York, NY
Donut Shop · East Harlem · 62 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Have you had a miso maple donut before? You should. Read more.

Lady M Cake Boutique is one of UES.

18. Lady M Cake Boutique

8.7
41 E 78th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Upper East Side · 128 tips and reviews

Elaine K.Elaine Kwan: First timer?! Must try the green tea crepe!

Alice's Teacup Chapter II is one of UES.

19. Alice's Teacup Chapter II

7.9
156 E 64th St (at Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Tea Room · Upper East Side · 176 tips and reviews

Juliana A.Juliana Amorim: Cutest place ever to have a cup of tea and some cake. There is something around 150 teas to choose! Lavender Earl Grey is amazing! Banana nutella cake too! Have a seat in the second floor and enjoy ❤️

Maison Kayser is one of UES.

20. Maison Kayser

1294 3rd Ave (at E 74th St), New York, NY
Bakery · Upper East Side · 152 tips and reviews

Marcelo B.Marcelo Bombardelli: Been to this pastry shop in 3 different countries and they're all outstandingly good. Chocolate financier, the "madalenas" and croissants are a MUST.

Oslo Coffee Roasters is one of UES.

21. Oslo Coffee Roasters

8.8
422 E 75th St (btwn York & 1st Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Upper East Side · 80 tips and reviews

Christopher R.Christopher Repole: Coffee is (of course) excellent, but also has one of best almond croissants around!

Uncorked is one of UES.

22. Uncorked

344 E 59th St (1st avenue), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Sutton Place · 31 tips and reviews
Shabu Shabu 70 is one of UES.

23. Shabu Shabu 70

314 E 70th St, New York, NY
Shabu-Shabu Restaurant · Upper East Side · 18 tips and reviews