Tony's Di Napoli is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

1. Tony's Di Napoli

8.0
1081 3rd Ave (btwn E 63rd & E 64th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 64 tips and reviews

Elena G.Elena Gribok: A family restaurant, with giant portions and so tasty, that u can night your tongue off!!!!! Ravioli are perfect!!!!

Rochelle G.Rochelle Greenberg: Great food. Terrific service. Good for families. 💕

Bayan B.Bayan Bamukhayyar: Despite the mouthwatering items on the menu, Tony's offers specials of the day that I recommend you try. The family style portions are perfect for 2, even 3. Don't underestimate the house salad!

San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

2. San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina

8.2
1559 2nd Ave (81st), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Yorkville · 28 tips and reviews

Meghan M.Meghan McGee: Authentic Italian. Several native Italians grabbing a bite. It's as if you've walked into a family restaurant in Florence.

Julianna E.Julianna Esposito: Closest thing to authentic Italian pizza you’ll find. Get the classic margarita with prosciutto if you’re craving tomatoes—they’re super sweet and refreshing. Top it off with Hazelnut gelato.

Amy M.Amy Mixa: Love the calzone ztonino!

The Sweet Shop NYC is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

3. The Sweet Shop NYC

8.6
404 E 73rd St (at 1st Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Upper East Side · 34 tips and reviews

Kelly T.Kelly The Candyman: Like us on Facebook and Twitter for social specials

Jøsh S.Jøsh Saitz: Kelly is the owner if this charming and unique candy and ice cream shop. They have a lot of hard to find candy bars.

Lina L.Lina Lanovoi: Cotton candy ice ball! Yum

Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

4. Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream

9.0
1564 1st Ave (btwn 81st St & 82nd St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Yorkville · 84 tips and reviews

Cindy C.Cindy C.: Finally!! A place in UES that serves bubble tea!!

Anthony C.Anthony Ciolino: These people do things to Oreos that Paula Deen can only dream about

Tash C.Tash Concepcion: S'moreo! Best flavor of ice cream at Emack & Bolio's.

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

5. Yefsi Estiatorio

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

Paige A.Paige Anne: Must get the seafood orzo entree, lemon potatoes side & octopus appetizer! My favorite meal in the city to date!

Cappy P.Cappy Popp: Grilled octopus. JUST DO IT. All day, every day. And the dip plate. And shrimp saganaki. And lemon potatoes. Seriously, this place is utterly amazing. Just don't take my bar seat - pointing at you.

Chris H.Chris Heuer: Local gem. Must try when on upper east side.

Orwasher's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

6. Orwasher's Bakery

8.7
308 E 78th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bakery · Upper East Side · 86 tips and reviews

Paul T.Paul Tepper: Chewy donuts filled to order - amazing. Ale bread made w/Sixpoint Otis Stout - great. Seeded NY Rye - awesome. Wish this was in my hood. Worth a stop anytime you're in the UES.

VeniceVenice: freshly baked jelly doughnuts with your choice of jelly are heaven (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: An over 90-year-old bakery with some great, uncommon breads. Wine breads, ryes, and sourdoughs are very nice.

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

7. Le Moulin A Cafe

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

LitedreamerLitedreamer: Great cozy seating. La Columbe coffee is the standard-awesome. Croque Madame is brunch worthy. Apple turnover, to die 4. Pain au chocolate, sometimes is still warm--Ridic! Run there, don't walk.

André A.André Araujo: Great croissant!!! Nice place to do work. Wifi password: 2122886088

Molly L.Molly Little: Fresh macarons and plenty of seats - what more could you want?

Serafina Always is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

8. Serafina Always

8.2
33 E 61st St (btwn Park & Madison Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 107 tips and reviews

Nabeel H.Nabeel Hyatt: Good food for you and extremely kid friendly. Various locations make it an easy place to hop in with kids for dinner when hunger strikes early.

AlejandroAlejandro: This is the best Serafina location, try their Veuve-Cliquot Rissotto is to die for! You can only find it at this location and trust me it's amazing!

BravoBravo: Any spot that plays host to a fight disastrous enough to have Ramona in tears and Jill calling Bobby lamenting “She did it to me again” has to be included.

Mansion Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

9. Mansion Restaurant

8.1
1634 York Ave, New York, NY
Diner · Yorkville · 65 tips and reviews

LaurenLauren: Best diner on the UES. Solid staples: eggs, home fries, wraps, etc. Great service & staff, too.

Ruben B.Ruben Brosbe: The York Ave is without a doubt the best item on a very solid menu

Anna O.Anna Osgoodby: One of my favorite diners around the UES. The staff is great, the menu selection can't be beat and the food is delicious!

Mighty Quinn's BBQ is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

10. Mighty Quinn's BBQ

8.2
1492 2nd Ave, New York, NY
BBQ Joint · Upper East Side · 28 tips and reviews

Ryan G.Ryan Gallagher: An UES outpost of the mini chain BBQ spot. Solid BBQ

EaterEater: A big win for the UES, Mighty Quinn's is now open in the area! That means diners can feast on brisket, smoked sausage, pulled pork, brontosaurus rib, and more at this great location. Read more.

A L E XA L E X: The brisket was beautifully cut seasoned and taste great. Get the sweat potato casserole or the burnt end baked beans. Portions are small. Price is average. Eat slow and love it.

Bonjour Crepes & Wine is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

11. Bonjour Crepes & Wine

8.1
1442 Lexington Ave (94th st), New York, NY
Café · Carnegie Hill · 28 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew C: This place is hidden gem!!!! They have delicious savory and sweet crepes... perfect for any meal (various veg options, and tasty meat ones) and even dessert (nutella, yum)!! Grab some wine too

Christopher B.Christopher Berry: UPDATE: They now have a long playlist of great French music! Great job guys!

Jackie H.Jackie Hafner: Cute spot and delicious crepes - my dark chocolate, banana, and walnut crepe tasted like dessert!

Match 65 Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

12. Match 65 Brasserie

8.6
29 E 65th St (Madison & Park Avenue), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Upper East Side · 41 tips and reviews

JeivarJeivar: The chicken paillard is outstanding, fig pizzetta is perfect when available. Don't miss the burger with Swiss cheese on top.

Susan J C.Susan J Campbell: Tuna Tartare and the beet salad were both delicious. Special rack of lamb was excellent, salmon was really good.

Trae F.Trae F: A fantastic place to spend the afternoon drinking rosé. The staff here are amazing, friendly, and fun! We had a blast. The menu is perfect and the food and cocktails are top notch.

16 Handles is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

13. 16 Handles

8.3
1569 2nd Ave (btwn E 81st & E 82nd St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Yorkville · 60 tips and reviews

stephaniestephanie: don't miss the limited edition cinnamon streusel topping!

Sexy L.Sexy LF: Allow me to rave about the salted caramel froyo and the rainbow cookie topping! Not together tho.

Brookelyn S.Brookelyn Suddell: Can someone please out-mayor this girl?!?! She has been the "mayor" for months yet I've never seen her . . . Hmmmm

Scalinatella is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

14. Scalinatella

8.6
201 E 61st St (at 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 33 tips and reviews

Tamara J.Tamara Jade: Italian at its finest! A must try!! Can't go wrong with any order here.

Sab R.Sab Rena: This place is The temple of food!

Raquel B.Raquel Betesh: They'll make you any pasta you want but I'd recommend penne vodka - I've never had a better!

Isle of Capri is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in the Upper East Side, New York.

15. Isle of Capri

8.0
1028 3rd Ave (3rd Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 31 tips and reviews

James H.James H.: Consistently old world Italian dining. Friendly helpful family restaurant. Good food and reasonable prices. Nice experience.

Allen M.Allen Michael: chicken parm is top notch

Sam W.Sam Winnick: Best chicken parm in the world!!!