San Matteo Pizza Espresso Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

1. San Matteo Pizza Espresso Bar

8.7
1739 2nd Ave (at E 90th St), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Yorkville · 109 tips and reviews

Chris M.Chris Marotta: An Italian's paradise! Best authentic margherita pizza in NYC.

Amanda L.Amanda Lee: Great cozy authentic Italian spot. Delicious pizza, house made mozz, perfect espresso, and wonderful staff! Came here with my boyfriend about a month ago and are looking forward to going back.

Christine Y.Christine Y.: Authentic amazing pizza. This place is a hidden gem!

Up Thai is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

2. Up Thai

9.2
1411 2nd Ave (btwn E 73rd St & E 74th St), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Upper East Side · 172 tips and reviews

Paull Y.Paull Young: Authentic thai - rare to find in NYC. Get the thai crepe dumplings & gai yang. Wash it down with an iced tea.

L. T.L. T.: Get the noodle dishes with shrimp! Authentic and tasty. Don't miss out on the lunch special!

Renard R.Renard Rogers: Most authentic thai food I've enjoyed since my visit to Bangkok!

Boqueria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

3. Boqueria

9.0
1460 2nd Ave (76th St), New York, NY
Spanish Restaurant · Upper East Side · 98 tips and reviews

HectorHector: Start with sangria, don't skip the octopus. Cozy authentic atmosphere with view to the open kitchen.

Roger R.Roger R: OMG this is like going back to Barcelona!! awesome tapas patatas bravas, croquetas and pan con Tomate are all authentic very close to what you'd get in Spain coming back for sure!!!!

Elena M.Elena Muehter: Amazing selection of authentic tapas. Try the bacon wrapped dates, quail egg flatbread and the croquetas! Goes great with a bottle of cava and don't forget dessert!

Schaller & Weber is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

4. Schaller & Weber

9.0
1654 2nd Ave (86th St.), New York, NY
Butcher · Yorkville · 31 tips and reviews

Mike M.Mike M.: Fantastic selection of German delights. Sausages, cheeses, etc. One of the last authentic places.

Daniel C.Daniel Chvatik: Authentic German butcher shop and other wares imported from Germany. Highly recommended. Try the German Bologna, it's much better.

Heather R.Heather Reynolds: Love this place. It's so authentic and all of the restaurants in the area buy their brats from here.

Zabb PuTawn is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

5. Zabb PuTawn

8.7
1584 1st Ave (82nd & 83rd St), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Yorkville · 11 tips and reviews

Russell H.Russell Hirschorn: First time was just take out but we were blown away. Super authentic thai. Pad Ped and Moo Num Tuk were extremely flavorful. Highly recommend if looking for a change. Cant wait to try everything!!!

Tomi V.Tomi Vest: The staff are amazing and the food is fantastic. Really authentic and a great deal.

Alice D.Alice Davis: Authentic and great. Pad Thai or the green curry

Café Sabarsky is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

6. Café Sabarsky

8.6
1048 5th Ave (at E 86th St), New York, NY
Austrian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 115 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Authentic Austrian food right on museum mile. You can't go wrong with any of the meat dishes but you better save room for the apple strudel.

Warrent S.Warrent Satt: Kurt Gutenbrunner’s “civilized” Neue Galerie cafes transport you to “fin de siècle Vienna”, Café Sabarsky boasts authentic Viennese specialties and traditional pastries.

Village VoiceVillage Voice: The desserts might be the highlight: typical ones (apple strudel, quark cheesecake) sit comfortably next to authentic Austrian fare such as mozarttorte, a chocolate cake with pistachio and nougat. Read more.

Tanoshi Sushi is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

7. Tanoshi Sushi

9.1
1372 York Ave (at 73rd St), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Upper East Side · 113 tips and reviews

Kunwei L.Kunwei Lin: The food is very delicious and authentic! But it is 100% reservation only+2 and half months ahead.

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: Popularly deemed the “holy grail of NY sushi” this spot is known for its authentic sushi and omakase tasting meals. We ordered the omakase meal and especially loved the branzino and scallop nigiri.

YaniqueYanique: Incredible sushi! The experience is authentic & will make you feel like you're dining in Tokyo! restaurant only seats ten however (bummer) & only does three seatings a night! Make your reservation!

Heidelberg Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

8. Heidelberg Restaurant

8.6
1648 2nd Ave (btwn 85th & 86th St.), New York, NY
German Restaurant · Yorkville · 106 tips and reviews

kathrin h.kathrin hoffmann: Authentic German food, delicious Sauerkraut and Pfannenkuchen. Avoid the bar, unless you want to get hit on by 50 yr olds!

Elliot W.Elliot Wehner: Great german food, and of course boots. In the summer great outside seating which is good for groups. Authentic German food, always get the wurst platter

Salvatore C.Salvatore Canfora: authentic spot, baked duck was big and tasty!

Schaller's Stube Sausage Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

9. Schaller's Stube Sausage Bar

8.8
1654 2nd Ave (btwn E 85th & E 86th St), New York, NY
Hot Dog Joint · Yorkville · 33 tips and reviews

Brett F.Brett Fromme: Authentic German sausage.

Brian B.Brian B: Amazing, authentic german quick eats plus friendly service. Don't miss the inside seating that's hidden to the right.

Mike M.Mike M.: Awesome sausages. Bratwurst is delicious. Come get your wursts.

Yefsi Estiatorio is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

10. Yefsi Estiatorio

8.5
1481 York Ave (at E 78th St), New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Upper East Side · 32 tips and reviews

Diana S.Diana S: hidden gem; amazing service & delish authentic dishes: grilled octopus, feta spread, veal pasta..,incredible

Morgan M.Morgan McKee: Lively place with great Greek staples. Start with the grilled octopus and beets (very yummy sauce). Go for the imported fish for more authentic (and better cooked) experience

Lee H.Lee Hoffman: Saganaki is amazing. The pikilla very good. As was the chicken kabob.

Vietnaam is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

11. Vietnaam

7.8
1700 2nd Ave (at E 88th St), New York, NY
Vietnamese Restaurant · Yorkville · 51 tips and reviews

Lisa L.Lisa L: Fresh, authentic Vietnamese. Service is slow, but food is fantastic. I enjoyed the pho.

Huaisi C.Huaisi Cen: Authentic food, affordable price, nice environment. It is almost full every night. I made it as my dining hall when I live one block away.

Meghan M.Meghan McGee: Been here many times. Never disappoints. Great, authentic Vietnamese. Lots of selection. Quick service.

Luke's Lobster is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

12. Luke's Lobster

8.8
242 E 81st St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Yorkville · 141 tips and reviews

Zach W.Zach Wallace: Authentic Lobster Rolls, and good beers to go with em'

Lauren G.Lauren Goodwin: Authentic New England style lobster roles! Yum!

Aldo B.Aldo B: Most authentic lobster rolls. Like the lack of heavy mayonnaise on the lobster and the slaw. Great taste. So good, I took 3 home with me.

Bar Italia is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

13. Bar Italia

8.1
768 Madison Ave (65th Street), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Upper East Side · 47 tips and reviews

Toth E.Toth Eme: Nice place! But they made a huge mistake. Espresso like an Americano, not authentic italian...

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: A comfortable, chic and authentic Italian restaurant on Madison Avenue with great quality food. We love the bronzino; it is always cooked to perfection without too much butter or salt!

JosetteJosette: Authentic Italian pasta; great friendly service and atmosphere

Le Moulin A Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

14. Le Moulin A Cafe

8.7
1439 York Ave, New York, NY
French Restaurant · Upper East Side · 65 tips and reviews

TessaTessa: good pain au chocolat & authentic French groceries

Austin H.Austin Hale: Best Brunch and authentic vibe!

Kathleen C.Kathleen Corless: Excellent chocolate croissant, solid coffee, lovely atmosphere and crappy service...just like Paris actually

Dulce Vida Latin Bistro is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

15. Dulce Vida Latin Bistro

7.9
1219 Lexington Ave (Btwn 82nd & 83rd St.), New York, NY
Latin American Restaurant · Upper East Side · 69 tips and reviews

Nikki V.Nikki Vargas: Delicious, authentic Colombian food in the UES! The juices are amazing; try the Guayaba juice. Also, the beef empanadas are delicious and definitely worth a try. Looking forward to eating here again!

Nicolas V.Nicolas Vargas: Great, authentic Ajiaco!!!

NaImah H.NaImah Holdman: They've got this chicken soup (its second under the soup section) it is DELICIOUS! So authentic and the serve enough food to fill you :)