1. La Grenouille
8.1
3 E 52nd St (btwn 5th & Madison Ave), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Midtown East · 72 tips and reviews
M23: One of the most romantic spots! The flowers and dim lights are simply perfect topped with really good food and wines.
Michael Fox-Rabinovitz: Absolutely amazing atmosphere, more pompous downstairs very charming upstairs. Great foie gras, super duck and really tasty chocolate souffle. Service is top notch.
Tiffany & Co: The ruby banquettes at this classic French restaurant have been graced by presidents, Mad Men and movie stars. Make a dinner reservation tout de suite and request a small corner table.
2. Sofia Wine Bar
8.6
242 E 50th St (Bet 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Turtle Bay · 93 tips and reviews
Serena: an oasis of candlelight, legitimate wine and solid small plates amidst the wasteland of midtown.
Pia: The meatballs and crudo mozz (made in-house) were delish. Our waiters were friendly and personal. The ambiance is cozy and intimate with candlelight and exposed red brick. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
Christopher Tai: Order the Prosciutto mac n' cheese with the buffalo cheese and sea salt! Order it with some red wine and you're good to go!
3. Yelo Spa
5 E 57th St Fl 12 (btw 5th & Madison Ave.), New York, NY
Spa · Midtown East · 24 tips and reviews
The Wall Street Journal: If all you want to do is sleep, this isn't the place. But if background music, mood lighting and a foot massage sound like helpful additions to your nap, then you'll be nodding off in no time. Read more.
Jahayra_NYC: Had the best 60 min message and 20 min foot massage w Nick. His hands are A M A Z I N G!! The place is very welcoming and everyone is super nice. I'm coming back in 2 wks that's how good it was.
Denis Sosnovtsev: Get the TechBuster 20 min wrist + hand + forearm massage if your job involves sitting at a keyboard all day. Blew my mind.
5. 21 Club
21 W 52nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 129 tips and reviews
The Wall Street Journal: The lounge's dark wood paneling, fireplace, Frederic Remington horse paintings, the low lighting, and the men in suits and ties—despite a recent loosening of the dress code—still beckon another age. Read more.
Food Network: Ask for a side of 21 Sauce, a spicy blend of ketchup, English mustard, Worcestershire, horseradish and white wine, the sauce has been a signature staple for over 60 years. Via CityEats.com Read more.
HISTORY: The 21 Club is a world famous New York restaurant that started out as a Prohibition-era speakeasy.
6. Tao
8.7
42 E 58th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Midtown East · 389 tips and reviews
Elle Wang: It is more of a bar than a restaurant. Very loud, dim light. If you don't know what you want, just have the sample selection that includes all appetizers and different meat. They are huge portions.
Donde B.: Swordfish is amazing and my favorite item we had tonight on the menu. Sooo moist, flavorful and spicy.
Courtney Santana: amazing! Must go for the atmosphere and the food is the best!
7. The Campbell
7.8
15 Vanderbilt Ave (Grand Central Terminal), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 269 tips and reviews
Claire Barrett: Always a pleasure to come here. Low lighting, comfy seating and good atmosphere.
Lily Cutair: Swanky bar with a great 40's era vibe! In the mood for wine... try the Riesling, it's light and refreshing.
Tiffany & Co: Yes, Mr. Campbell once lived here; and you are invited to come up and have a cocktail in his 1923 Florentine-style living room. The gifted mixologist behind the bar crafts a marvelous martini.
8. Juan Valdez Café
140 E 57th St (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Midtown East · 85 tips and reviews
Chetta: Really bad decor. It's winter, and there is massive print/painted wall with tropical greens. Looks like a green house themed conference room. Really dim lighting. Depressing. Nice coffee though.
Frank Valletutti: My new favorite place to work in this part of Midtown. Decent coffee, but comfortable, spacious seating. Good ambience, not too loud, free WiFi. Road warriors rejoice!
Michael Hallett: Nice coffee. Poor service. WiFi code: CVJ75ERT10
9. Quality Meats
8.9
57 W 58th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Midtown East · 317 tips and reviews
Timothy J: allow your eyes to adjust before venturing down to the candle lit bathrooms
Russ Allison: If you like beets, the beet salad is one of the best I've ever had. Deconstructed, with multiple surprises -- wow!
Serious Eats: Updated take on the classic steakhouse with sights like a four pound rib steak to share.
10. The Plaza Hotel
8.9
5th Avenue, Central Park South (at Central Park S), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 234 tips and reviews
Tim H: Book early for the Afternoon Tea at The Palm Court restaurant in the hotel. The food is magnificent, service excellent and the Rose verve Champaign is tasty.
The New Yorker: Unfamiliar with the city and hiding out from fans, Charlie Chaplin once stayed here in 1916 because he didn’t know of any other hotel where you could dine. Read more.
New York Habitat: This historic landmark hotel has been seen in dozens of movies. Catch a glimpse through while making your way to Central Park.
11. Grand Central Terminal
8.9
87 E 42nd St (btwn Vanderbilt & Park Ave), New York, NY
Rail Station · Midtown East · 1469 tips and reviews
Nate Bennett: Impossibly large. Come to see the architecture, the constellation murals inside, and the statues and gargoyles outside. Bring a wide angle lens :D
Gossip Girl: This is where it all begins. Or ends. Where S returned from boarding school, where B headed to Yale, and where D and S struck up an unlikely romance. (I Will Always Love You) Read more.
TOOTIT.com Online Magazine: Spot someone that looks good and then don't talk to them because that's what you were going to do anyway!
12. Apple Fifth Avenue
8.9
767 5th Ave (btwn E 58th & E 59th St), New York, NY
Electronics Store · Midtown East · 1237 tips and reviews
EddieStarr: A Beautiful Location & World Class Service and Extremely Knowledgeable Genius help & FREE Classes , I highly reccommend . Save time and schedule and appoinent online, Apple 4 All
(RED): Choose the (PRODUCT) RED iPod nano & Apple gives a portion of the proceeds to help fight AIDS in Africa. It costs the same as all the others!
macnews: Apple Store 5th Avenue, ΤΗΕ MOST popular Apple Store around the world!
Carissa G: Definitely one of my favorite coffee houses in NYC. Get the Chai Latte—it's on the sweeter side but it's so good!
Jeff Tomczek: Drip coffee, fresh bakery and even almond milk. Communal table in front great for meetings. Back library perfect for relaxed reading. Could use more seating, but for Midtown East this is a real cafe.
Serious Eats: This coffee shop carries a greatest hits list of pastries from great bakeries around the city.
14. Lantern's Keep
7.9
49 W 44th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 108 tips and reviews
Kevin Skobac: Nice speakeasy close to the barren theater district. The waiter made great recommendations. Reservations are recommended.
Serious Eats: At this intimate bar tucked inside the Iroquois Hotel you can sip wine or beer, but we suggest trying the carefully-made, retro-style cocktails.
Nina Yiamsamatha: Perfect place to enjoy cocktails after a show at Radio City - a real midtown gem. You might be tempted to order every drink on the menu...