1. The Smith
8.7
956 2nd Ave (at E 51st St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 362 tips and reviews
Ryan Platner: WOW! Oysters on the half shell, streamed mussels, and chicken pot pie! I said "DAMN"!!!!!
Jessica Stark: Shareable snacks/apps for a slightly larger group: Hot Potato Chips & Beer Battered String Beans. Dinner: Chicken Pot Pie. Was amazing but LARGE--be prepared to share or take some home!
Tatjana Tesic: Good food, fair prices. Try the chicken pot pie. Place a bit loud though. Check the unisex restrooms! Watch your steps when looking at the signage.
James John (Jay) Cudney IV: Chicken Pot Pie is so hot, you can't taste or eat it! Took 15 min to cool down and all the crusty bread turned to mush. Taste was ok but otherwise a miss.
Mark Heyert: Excellent tater tots, crab cakes, beet salad, and the bartenders are sweet and funny.
Michael Witbrock: Cocktails, old fashioned wedge salad, steak
3. P.J. Clarke's
8.7
915 3rd Ave (at E 55th St), New York, NY
Pub · Midtown East · 316 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: While the burgers are amazing here, don't overlook the chicken pot pie. Be sure to get yourself a side of the hash brown potatoes, they're amazing!
JenKudu: One of the the best Tom Collins I've ever had! The burger is really good, but not the best in NYC. Fried Mac and cheese is tasty.
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Now fight your way to the bar and get yourself a Guinness and a cheeseburger.
4. The Stag's Head
7.0
252 E 51st St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Pub · Turtle Bay · 103 tips and reviews
Alan Mooiman: Fair lunch special, $10 gets you one of a few meals and a half pint of certain meals. I always go for the chicken pot pie or shepard's pie. Not super fast service though (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
Bill McBain: 16 rotating taps of american craft beer plus a solid bottle list. Knowledgble friendly staff that can always provide solid beerducation or suggest a food pairing.
Brew York: Carved out of the back of another bar, this craft beer spot is an oasis in the vast wasteland of generic Midtown after-work bars. Check out the patio upstairs.
5. Sarabeth's
8.4
40 Central Park S (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 558 tips and reviews
Compass: Famed for its mouth-watering brunches, Sarabeth’s serves fluffy omelettes and addicting baked goods. Stop by for dinner to indulge in a flaky chicken pot pie.
Capital Spice: Great, kid friendly restaurant. Try the 5 flower juice!
Alya Nasser: The cream of tomato is the best in the city.
6. Hudson Malone
7.8
218 E 53rd St (by 3rd Avenue), New York, NY
Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 52 tips and reviews
Stephania: amazing atmosphere, delicious food, and truly great service. This is the first time I've ever longed to be a regular at a midtown bar...this place rocks!
Amy Leigh: Great new midtown east after work spot. Grab the lone table at the front, if available!
Andrew D.: Quinntessential New York joint!
Dawn Sandomeno: Great spot for a drink outside and the spiciest crab cakes I've ever had inside!
The Corcoran Group: Grab an outside table during the warmer months and enjoy a pitcher of sangria with a Beef Burger or Steak and Eggs. Relax, it’s the weekend, who cares if the service is slow.
Sexy LF: Put down the menu and order the truffle burger. Delish! You'll thank me later. The kale salad with shrimp is also delish but small.