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Alain Ducasse at the Essex House

The celebrated French chef offers outstanding delicacies in an upscale and intimate dining room. The sumptuous food comes at a price.
Blue Fin

One of the coolest places in the area, this restaurant is dedicated to serving seafood dishes including sushi.
Brasserie

Newly remodeled with sleek, high-tech decor. The updated bistro menu features modern French/American Pacific dishes but still includes a few classics.
Four Seasons

An award-winning New York institution with landmark decor and great celebrity spotting opportunities.
Grand Central Oyster Bar and Restaurant

A New York classic, this bustling and ever-popular restaurant serves only the freshest seafood.
La Bonne Soupe

A midtown haven for the thrifty, with comfortable, old-fashioned, French bistro charm. This theater district favorite is a great place to eat after a show. Three-course meals starting at $14.
Le Bernardin

Impeccable fish served in every imaginable way. Seafood doesn’t come any better than this.
Le Colonial

Sultry decor straight out of 1930s Saigon sets the scene for a Vietnamese/French menu full of delicate contrasts and combinations. Relax with an after-dinner drink in the lounge upstairs.
L’Impero

High-end Italian food served in a cozy dining room tucked away in Tudor City. Excellent prix-fixe menu, crowd-pleasing desserts, and outstanding service.
Osteria del Circo

The sons of Le Cirque’s owner have created their own whimsical circus, serving traditional Tuscan fare.

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with a glass of house wine, and all unavoidable charges including tax.
- under $25
- $25-$50
- $50-$80
- over $80