OBAO Midtown is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

1. OBAO Midtown

8.2
222 E 53rd St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 167 tips and reviews

Aditi S.Aditi SVC: The sugarcane skewered ribs are amazing, and the service is always stellar. This place puts a big smile on my face.

DaveDave: The beef spare ribs on sugar cane skewers are pretty dope

David G.David Greenberger: One of the best lunch deals in Midtown (even on weekends). Go for the Pho Bo ($8) to heat you up on a cold day. Ask for extra noodles and make it two meals.

Sip Sak is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

2. Sip Sak

8.6
928 2nd Ave (btwn 49th & 50th St), New York, NY
Turkish Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 99 tips and reviews

Luca DLLuca DL: A must: grilled hand chopped spicy lamb on skewer + grilled lamb chops

Andreas C.Andreas Cohen: Focus on the Ottoman cuisine here and you’ll do well. Manti, Muhummara, Lebni, Adana, Turkish sausage, Calf’s liver, yum 😋

Rewan P.Rewan Parti: Excellent vegan options! Order the roasted red pepper dip, charred octopus and garlic shrimp. For mains order the lamb chops.

Tao is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

3. Tao

8.7
42 E 58th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave), New York, NY
Asian Restaurant · Midtown East · 389 tips and reviews

Jennifer D.Jennifer Daly: The sea bass skewers melt in your mouth! Absolutely delicious!

YanYan: Sea bass skewer, tuna sashimi, beef short ribs

Ram S.Ram Schvartz: Soups are special but not for everyone. Great and unique place!

Sen Sakana is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

4. Sen Sakana

7.2
28 W 44th St, New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Midtown East · 15 tips and reviews

Angela IsabelAngela Isabel: Delicious Japanese skewers and sushi rolls. The Peruvian style portions are very generous, be careful when ordering.

Michelle C.Michelle C.: Pure Wow-2/19-NIKKEI ASOPAO DE MARISCOS-The flavors of Peru and Japan twist on Peruvian asopao made with shrimp dashi-infused rice, ají panca peppers, giant choclo corn and assorted shellfish.

DRAZDRAZ: Omakase plate is way to go

The Bar Downstairs and Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

5. The Bar Downstairs and Kitchen

7.9
485 5th Ave (41st St, inside Andaz 5th Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 82 tips and reviews

kate kkate k: Cool vibe and intimate early in the night, but soon gets very loud. Marcona almonds well below average, don't bother. Lamb skewers very tasty and papas bravas wonderfully smokey. Arepas are OK.

Ksenia N.Ksenia Naumova: Great bar food: the secret paella and skirt steak is my fav. Infinite Wisdom for cocktails. Oh, and papas bravas!

Jeff T.Jeff Tropeano: This is really one of the coolest places I've been to in my 10 years in NYC. You HAVE to go. Read more.

Sinigual is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

6. Sinigual

7.2
640 Third Ave (E 41st St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Midtown East · 91 tips and reviews

Joe G.Joe Gruchacz: Filet Enchiladas and Shrimp Skewer is always on special but never on the menu. You will not be disappointed. Read more.

Oscar T.Oscar Trelles: Go for the guacamole (made table side) and the fish tacos. Also try the jalapeño infused margaritas.

MeliMeli: Upscale Mexican food that's worth the price. Lobster quesadilla & chicken quesadilla are savory; guacamole is tasty and chunky; pineapple & mango mojitos are must tries. Will def return for more.

The Shops at The Plaza is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

7. The Shops at The Plaza

7.7
1 W 58th St (5th Ave), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Midtown East · 5 tips and reviews

Emeltri G. A.Emeltri G. Alegre: Be sure to visit Gramercy Park Flower Shop ;). And also great place to hang tasty foods and frozen yogurt

Felicia V.Felicia Valentine: One of the cutest flower boy I did ever see ♥ and very charming too ;)

Sheshelaghost L.Sheshelaghost LaGhost: One of a kind pieces! A-List fav! Womens clothes & Accessories.

Nerai is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

8. Nerai

8.0
55 E 54th St, New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Midtown East · 42 tips and reviews

John S.John Shrimp: Nerai offers a contemporary twist on sophisticated Greek food in the heart of New York

rahul d.rahul d: Great King Salmon w/ spinach rice & crispy leeks

Leon J.Leon Josowitz: Salad tomatoes not good, zucchini chips soggy. I've had better Greek food.

Limani is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

9. Limani

7.7
45 Rockefeller Plz (51st Street), New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Rockefeller Center · 19 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Long Island Greek fish restaurant Limani recently opened its second location. The name means seaport in Greek and appropriately offers a fish focused menu including whole fish baked in salt. Read more.

John E.John E: Food is fantastic, particularly the chicken kebab, which keeps me coming back. Outdoor dining pop-up area during the summer is a rare find in this area. But service is consistently disappointing.

Özge Ö.Özge Özsoy: Very lazy guys! If you want to wait more than 30 minutes you can eat!

Four Seasons Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

10. Four Seasons Hotel

8.7
57 E 57th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 80 tips and reviews

AlAnoud A A.AlAnoud A AlGhunaim: Makes you feel like home❤️ the amazing location, the magnificent rooms and excellent service! Everything about this hotel is perfect, if you're looking for the luxurious side of NYC, this is it❤️

Nelson H.Nelson Hilton: Spacious rooms, electric drapes, outstanding warm welcome back. Loving Four Seasons New York! Read more.

Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts: Empire State Building offers VIP express tickets to the front of the line. Ask our concierge to purchase before arrival.

Delegates Dining Room is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

11. Delegates Dining Room

7.4
1 United Nations Plaza (First and 45th), New York, NY
Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 2 tips and reviews

Untapped CitiesUntapped Cities: Although the UN Headquarters can be visited on tours, one of the best secrets is the Delegates Dining Room. Despite what its name suggests, the restaurant is open to the public with a reservation. Read more.

Holly S.Holly Schulz: Beautiful setting for important work - changing the world for the better

Avra Estiatorio is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

12. Avra Estiatorio

9.1
141 E 48th St (btwn 3rd & Lexington Ave.), New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 104 tips and reviews

Jeffrey G.Jeffrey Glueck: Tarama salata with pita a rare find. Great oysters. And don't miss truffle fries.

Tracy L.Tracy Leiken: Good food bad service and rude hostesses.

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Simple Greek food done right. Don't come here without trying the fresh fish by the pound. We recommend the Tsipoura, Lavraki, and Fagri.

Mangia is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

13. Mangia

8.0
50 W 57th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Midtown East · 55 tips and reviews

Adam H.Adam Handley: Great fresh Italian. Lots of different salads and meats to choose from. High quality. Not cheap nyc Italian deli junk

Douglas K.Douglas Kurdziel: They have moved some hot sandwiches (like the wonderful Telera and steak sandwich) to the counter in the back - don't miss them!

Jackie B.Jackie Burnbaum: If you're an Italian food lover, this is heaven. From the chicken Milanese salad, goat cheese tarts, refreshing salads, great lunch spot

2 Darbar Grill Fine Indian Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

14. 2 Darbar Grill Fine Indian Cuisine

7.6
157 E 55th St (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Indian Restaurant · Midtown East · 41 tips and reviews

Kelsey L.Kelsey L: Best Indian food in Manhattan. Must try the butter chicken and cheese and garlic naan. But really you can order anything and it'll be delicious-- this place never disappoints!

Sheba K.Sheba Kunhimohammed: Good Indian food, not that expensive. Yelp checkin gives you a free dessert.

Caroline T.Caroline Thompson: Happy hour there is the best and even comes with a free app!

Tenzan is one of The 15 Best Places for Skewers in Midtown East, New York.

15. Tenzan

7.8
988 2nd Ave (at E 52nd St.), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 65 tips and reviews

Julie L.Julie Lindenman: Order the gyoza here, it's excellent. The green tea is great too and unlimited. My favorite Japanese restaurant in midtown east.

Heather U.Heather U: Peanut avocado roll = to die for!!!

Stephane A.Stephane Adam: Sushi is great, and lunch combo is ridiculous! They give you a ton of food!