Best Casual Restaurants in Upper East Side

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1. Flex Mussels - UES

4.7

Exceptional(2770)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Upper East Side

Booked 49 times today

Direct importers of mussels from Prince Edward Island and oysters that taste like you're kissing the sea.

2. Soothr

4.7

Exceptional(135)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • East Village

Booked 244 times today

Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.

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3. Caffe Buon Gusto - UES

4.8

Exceptional(1144)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 17 times today

This charming Upper East Side café exudes comfort and conviviality, with parchment shades that soften light from sconces that warm the room. Eager to please, the kitchen uses high-quality ingredients for its mix-and-match philosophy. Patrons can choose their meats, their pastas (dried or, for a slight surcharge, the restaurant's own homemade), and their sauces (from a simple marinara to a more complex carbonara) as they create their own dishes. For dessert, you can't go wrong with a cappuccino or a chocolate tartufo all served up with a smile. During this time, the Restaurant staff is taking temperature of diners and a phone number from one member of the party for contact tracing . Plexi-glass dividers are set up for both inside and outside dining areas.

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4. Legasea Bar & Grill

4.4

Awesome(1725)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Midtown West

Booked 89 times today

Known for the best Ribeye deals in Midtown! Legasea Bar & Grill is a fresh take on bar and grill classics with a fun-casual atmosphere for an entertaining dining experience. Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner, enjoy a lively bar scene and inviting dining room that provides guests with an unforgettable evening full of good food and good company. Menu highlights include American bar & grill favorites. Experience our $49 Unlimited Ribeye, Fries & Salad (available Sundays & Mondays only) and with purchase, pair with a $6 Rosé or $6 American Lager. Or, enjoy our new $39 Ribeye special available daily. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour every Mon - Fri from 3PM - 6:30PM including $2 Oysters, $4 Fries, $6 Beer, $8 Wine and $10 Martinis. Available at the bar only. Walk-ins welcome. Located in the heart of Midtown, the restaurant is a neighborhood staple just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, Theater District, and Times Square.

5. Costa

4.4

Awesome(20)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Upper East Side

Booked 15 times today

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6. Sarabeth's Central Park South

4.3

Awesome(4121)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 34 times today

Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

7. Yasouvlaki

4.7

Exceptional(226)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Upper East Side

Booked 10 times today

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8. L'Osteria

4.7

Exceptional(305)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 24 times today

At L’Osteria, we strive to constantly come up with plates that will surprise and excite your taste buds. Our dishes are inspired by the beauty of Italy, but also stand-out as something all their own. With the changing of the seasons, our menu will change to match what is at the peak for bringing you the freshest ingredients. Plus, our homemade pasta is unlike anything you’ve had before. Our commitment is to providing the very best food, in a cozy environment. This is the neighborhood spot you’ve been waiting for, to enjoy quality drinks and incredible food with the people you love. Be sure to stop in and see what we’re cooking up each night, as the daily specials are sure to offer something new every time you visit.

9. Serafina Always

4.4

Awesome(1348)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper East Side

Booked 29 times today

Everyone, from beautiful models, young professionals to families and businessmen, flock to Serafina Always for its energetic ambiance and delicious cuisine found in this upbeat three floor restaurant.Based on a very authentic approach to Italian food and using only the highest quality ingredients, family recipes are adapted by Vittorio Assaf and our expert chefs. Choose from a variety of thin crust pizzas, homemade pastas, pizzas and fresh grilled meats, fish and vegetables. UPDATED COVID-19 POLICY:In adherence to the NYC mandate, all eligible guests 12 years and older must be vaccinated against Covid-19 to enter our restaurant.You will need to provide proof of at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccination to enter & dine indoors. The following are acceptable proof of vaccination with a matching valid ID: NYS Excelsior Pass, State or Country issued digital pass or Vaccination Card. Unvaccinated guests are welcome to dine outdoors. Outdoor dining is on a first come, first serve policy.

10. Nat's on Bank

4.7

Exceptional(21)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Village

Booked 18 times today

Your local spot for unpretentious, whimsical NY classics. Nat’s is a neighborhood local, where people gather to celebrate the day, every day. We nurture community, and the opportunity to break bread with friends in a fun, artful environment. Our food is elevated, New York classics but with a touch of whimsy. Healthy, yet sinful when you wish.

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Heather
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was outstanding! It was very quiet but the servers were attentive and very friendly. The food was seasoned very nice and we will definitely be back again! Thank you!!!
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Legasea Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Midtown West
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4.4
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Lihi
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Soothr never fails - everything is just delicious! Dumplings for starters were amazing, the beef pad si wi so good and the tom yum delicious and spicy like we wanted. Highly recommend!
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SoothrPrice: Expensive• Thai• East Village
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4.7
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Evan
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Anniversary dinner with my girlfriend- very pleased with service and value. We both enjoyed our meals very much!
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Caffe Buon Gusto - UESPrice: Moderate• Italian• Upper East Side
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4.8
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Rachael
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Great service - every single person! Very appreciated & food was almost as good! The tuna tartare was recommended to us and it my favorite of what we ordered! It's a seafood based menu, a great spot for pescatarians. Only compliant was my cocktail. Highly recommend this place & glad I found it.
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Flex Mussels - UESPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Upper East Side
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4.7
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Sahba
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Very nice and pretty neighborhood restaurant. The food is very good. I prefer the front room, close to the bar, because I think one gets better service there and it's prettier. The back is nice if you want a quiet place, but the service there is less good. They don't see the guests there as easily.
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CostaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Upper East Side
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4.4

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473 restaurants available nearby

1. Flex Mussels - UES

2. Soothr

3. Caffe Buon Gusto - UES

4. Legasea Bar & Grill

5. Costa

6. Sarabeth's Central Park South

7. Yasouvlaki

8. L'Osteria

9. Serafina Always

10. Nat's on Bank

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