Caledonia Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

1. Caledonia Bar

8.9
1609 2nd Ave (btwn 83rd and 84th), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews

NY WaterwayNY Waterway: This bar's Scottish heritage makes it stand out from the many nondescrcipt Irish-American bars that populate Manhattan. Whisky selection includes over fifty single malts and forty blended malts.

Aneesh S.Aneesh Sehmbi: If you're in a beer mood, i'd order an Innis and Gunn. If you're in a whisky mood, i'd order Laddie 10. If you're in a cocktail mood, i'd order Islay Old Fashioned. But that's just me. Cale. Drink up.

Matt K.Matt Kim: Extraordinary Scottish pub! A refreshing change of pace from the typical Irish pub doldrums; truly a UES gem. Satiate your thirst with a dram of Scotch, a pint of Belhaven or an Islay Old Fashioned.

Bemelmans Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

2. Bemelmans Bar

9.1
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 130 tips and reviews

PatrickPatrick: love the whiskey smash, a near perfect version of an old fashioned

Garrett P.Garrett P: FABULOUS Manhattan's!!

Mark M.Mark Munro: Great tequila manhattan and piece sour. Steep prices, but definitely a spot with history.

The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

3. The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites

8.9
311 E 60th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Upper East Side · 188 tips and reviews

UntappdUntappd: Fantastic new beer bar on UES! Check out the mixology station and year around patio. Always a great selection as this is a sister bar of Alewife NYC.

Donna D.Donna Dilmanian: Let Bryan, the resident mixologist, work up a drink using his favorite spirits...he's awesome!

Andy F.Andy Freedman: $12 lunch deal, craft cocktails, $1 oysters, brunch specials, beer list

Drunken Munkey is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

4. Drunken Munkey

8.7
338 E 92nd St (btwn 1st / 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Indian Restaurant · Yorkville · 62 tips and reviews

SparkieSparkie: Pimms cup for the win!

M G.M G: Casual class with a playful wink. Start at the craft cocktail bar (signature punch!), try the whole menu (crispy okra, prawns, pork vindaloo - YUM!!!), repeat often. Love this place.

Lisa L.Lisa L: Take a peak at the cocktail menu. The mint julep is extra boozy. The food here is A+

Bondurants is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

5. Bondurants

9.1
303 E 85th St (2nd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Yorkville · 113 tips and reviews

Mark M.Mark Milaszkiewicz: Rustic Style bar on the UES of Manhattan. Excellent selection of 24 keg and 1 cask beers.

Chris J.Chris Jobes: Rotating taps, delicious eats (pimento burger is a great staple), massive whiskey list and great craft cocktails. Add a friendly bartender and a warm atmosphere to all of that and you have Bondurants

Rafi R.Rafi Romero: great selection of beer and whiskey. the dangerous game cocktail was very smooth, especially if you dislike the burn of whiskey. IPA fries were delicious and abundant. I will definitely come back here

Eli's Night Shift is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

6. Eli's Night Shift

8.6
189 E 79th St (Third Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Upper East Side · 13 tips and reviews

Zack P.Zack Packer: Unique spirits, fancy cocktails, local craft beers, southern and Brooklyn vibe.

Alex R.Alex Robertson: Cool, weird spot with good cocktails and beers. I like expensive beers but Christ this is pushing it

Ryan E.Ryan Eick: Pretty good local bar with surprisingly good cocktails and local NYC brews

The Carlyle is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

7. The Carlyle

8.9
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Hotel · Upper East Side · 58 tips and reviews

Michael L.Michael Luckenbill: Bemelmans Bar - is the place to take a client for a Manhattan Cocktail.

Connect4 Wine - Tom H.Connect4 Wine - Tom Hawkett: Vodka Gimlets and piano player

Erica E.Erica Ellis: loved every minute of our stay here. very historic & just lovely! we had a comfortable room, the hotel was a nice respite from the hustle & pace of the city. it was a nice place to come home to.

Two E Bar/Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

8. Two E Bar/Lounge

7.4
2 E 61st St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 26 tips and reviews

Andrew P.Andrew Proto: Look for Paul (the Mixologist with the shaved head) and order a Sazerac. You'll be doing yourself the greatest favor of your life.

Valentina M.Valentina Monte: Order a gimlet and enjoy some parmesan too

Lee S.Lee Simpson: Again, consistently fantastic cocktails, amazing waiting staff, delicious snacks! So so good.

Uva is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

9. Uva

8.5
1486 2nd Ave (btwn 77th & 78th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 238 tips and reviews

American Eagle OutfittersAmerican Eagle Outfitters: Don't leave Manhattan without first trying the best Italian food in the Upper East Side!- Alyse, Assistant Buyer

Kelsey P.Kelsey Petrie: The section in the back is all glass and has stunning light. Feels like you're in a small Italian village far away from Manhattan! And the food and wine was delicious (get the Chianti Classico!!).

Michelle G.Michelle G: The pappardelle ragu is incredibly yummy! Start with the truffle polenta or pear and Gorgonzola salad. Charming back garden...almost like sitting on a hill in Montepluciano.

Maz Mezcal is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

10. Maz Mezcal

8.3
316 E 86th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave.), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Yorkville · 59 tips and reviews

Corinne P.Corinne Pulitzer: Best Frozen Margaritas the Manhattan side of the Rio Grande! Also try fajittas and fish tacos!

Corinne P.Corinne Pulitzer: Fajittas, fish tacos and shrimps in red or green sauce are off the charts!

EaterEater: Anyone who lives anywhere close to East 86th Street is a regular here—and no one minds the high kitsch factor. Fajita plates and margaritas are massive and immensely satisfying. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

The Surrey is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

11. The Surrey

7.8
20 E 76th St, New York, NY
Hotel · Upper East Side · 30 tips and reviews

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: The in-house mixologist, on hand 24/7, will craft your perfect cocktail in the comfort of your room—and show you how to concoct drinks like Basil Lime Gimlets.

Nicole T.Nicole Tiedemann: This may be my new favorite NY boutique hotel!! The service is outstanding, location is fab and the hotel just exudes a feeling of relaxation and comfort.

ToryBurchToryBurch: Have a relaxing moment on the rooftop deck where bespoke drinks are made with herbs from the garden.

Poke Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

12. Poke Restaurant

8.3
343 E 85th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews

AnyaAnya: The best sushi place in the UES! My favorite rolls here:Manhattan Roll, spicy tuna roll, poke roll and spicy scallop roll! Give it a try :)

Mourad S.Mourad S: Amazing Sushi. Friendly staff. Byob (liquor store next door with great sake). Cash only. Oh and it's pronounced Pohkay.

Linh N.Linh Nguyen: Portions are really small, food is mediocre, only good thing is byob. Over priced and still hungry.

Ichiro is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

13. Ichiro

8.1
1694 2nd Ave (88th Street), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Yorkville · 53 tips and reviews

Cody O.Cody Ozz: We liked the Manhattan, but LOVED the East Roll!

Sigalle B.Sigalle Barness: Consistently fresh fish and great prices. My go to in UES.

Miranda R.Miranda Rensch: Omg get the white truffle tuna, I just died of happiness.

Perrine is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

14. Perrine

8.2
2 E 61st St, New York, NY
French Restaurant · Upper East Side · 3 tips and reviews

ᴴᴴ: perrine salad, campanelle al tartuffo, roasted salmon and the creamy mashed potatoes worth to try🤤 loved the service too 👍🏻

Andrew C.Andrew C: Did not have restaurant week menu on weekend, so pricier than planned... but definitely worth it - all the food and service and atmosphere was wonderful (even as a hotel restaurant)!!!

SMASMA: If you are going for breakfast .. I recommend pancakes 😋

Yuka Japanese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fancy Cocktails in the Upper East Side, New York.

15. Yuka Japanese Restaurant

7.5
1557 2nd Ave (btwn E 80th & E 81st St), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · Yorkville · 98 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Try the Manhattan Roll - Yellowtail, tuna, whitefish, scallion and tobiko.

Micah S.Micah Schneider: The spicy maki combo is great! And the rolls are so huge you won't regret not getting all you can eat.

KaiKai: Get the all you can eat. I ate $75 of sushi in 5 minutes. For $20.