2. The Modern—Bar Room
8.7
9 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 51 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Sublime and peaceful dining experience. Try any of the tasting menus with wine, they’re well worth the price. Nice place to take a break and have a drink while exploring MoMA.
Eater: The tarte flambee is one of the best bar snacks in NYC. [Eater 38 Member]
HOBNOB Magazine: I just adore this place, decor-wise and food-wise. Prefer the bar room over the dining room. The mushroom soup is healthy and delicious.
8. The Smith
8.7
956 2nd Ave (at E 51st St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 362 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: While dinner here is awesome, we prefer to eat at this hip spot for brunch - reservations are a must. The BLT+E is to die for, and what makes it extra delicious is that it's served on a croissant!
Jasmine Benun: Unisex bathroom, enter at your own risk.
AskMen: Aside from seafood towers & ceviche, the menu also includes smart comfort food like fried chicken & potato waffles, and St. Louis-style sticky ribs. Read more.