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.
Ben Kay: A gem to visit. So firstly yes it's a cosy affair. Tables super close together (let's call it intimate). Staff equally intimate in a laid back, cooking for friends style. Incredible burger. Best ever?
Mark Heyert: Excellent tater tots, crab cakes, beet salad, and the bartenders are sweet and funny.
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!
Diego Rufo: One of the greatest hamburguer restaurants in NY (if not the best). A must! Read more.
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.
Pia: My new fave neighborhood bar that is def a "regulars" type of spot. The dirty martinis are solid. The spinach dip, pulled pork sandwich and Cajun fries are all delish. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
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.
Tina Hui Tina Hui: Dine al fresca on a lovely summer night for happy hour. It's almost magical.
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.
Dawn Sandomeno: Great spot for a drink outside and the spiciest crab cakes I've ever had inside!