1. Pampano
7.5
209 E 49th St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 86 tips and reviews
AskMen: It's a street-level job packing 100 wines from Latin America, 150 tequilas, mescals, south-of-the-border brewdogs, and fresh fruit sangrias fortified with the likes of pisco and schnapps Read more.
Devonta: Great atmosphere. I had the PAELLA abs it was piping hot, rich and delicious. A little salty. The gauc and chips were excellent.
The Wall Street Journal: For $39, the "bottomless brunch" covers unlimited small plates and all the Sangria, Bloody Marys or Margaritas one can handle. (There is a two-hour limit to the bottomlessness.) Read more.
3. Benjamin Steakhouse
8.7
52 E 41st St (btw Park & Madison Ave), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Midtown East · 102 tips and reviews
Bassim: Crab cakes, calamari, salmon, and ribeye steak were my dishes. Everything was delicious.
Khaled Nemat Alla: I believe this is one of the best steaks in NY
Anne Kutterer: The wait was not great but the food was amazing!!!!!! Totally worth the wait!!!
Nikki Reed: Jalapeño Poppers , Mac n Cheese Balls, hand cut French fries, Caprese flatbread and spiked hot chocolate !
Melody Ewing: Derek is my favorite bartender in all of NYC. Charming Irish kid, attentive, with great stories!!!
Brian Michael: Great burger lunch special and beer!
5. Crimson & Rye
198 E 54th St (at 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 25 tips and reviews
Joshua Ingram: Great drinks, fantastic bourbon selection. Try the fine cheese platter and soppressat.
Eater: Just in time for Cocktail Week, Crimson & Rye launches a dollar oyster happy hour today. The special will be offered every Monday from 4 p.m. until close, alongside half price drinks. Read more.
The Corcoran Group: Finally the perfect after work spot in Midtown East! Your best bet is snagging an outdoor seat while it's still nice out and enjoying a Main About Town, paired with the oysters and pulled pork tacos.
6. Uncorked
344 E 59th St (1st avenue), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Sutton Place · 31 tips and reviews
michelle jones: Relaxing atmosphere, with a great selection of wine and cheeses. Low key and a good place for a first date.
Elvis Rodricks: Came here on a weeknight. Great intimate ambience with music and lights.Had a very experienced waiter- love one who can recommend and hit the nail with what you're looking for. Right next to q-bridge.
Heather Barmore: They make an excellent French 75.
7. Bill's Bar & Burger
7.7
16 West 51st St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Rockefeller Center · 356 tips and reviews
Brittany Elizabeth: Grilled shrimp burger is made with whole shrimp. Delicious! Skip the cole slaw and add the guacamole. Trust me! EatSomethingNew.com
Time Out New York: Here, Chef Brett Reichler smashes the beef patty thin and sears it hard on the flattop for a crusty-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside consistency. (Readers Choice) Read more.
Lauretta: Service is terrible. Prepare for missing items and a long wait for the check.