NYC restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of 86th Street Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

The food was pretty good. We ordered from the happy hour menu. The shrimp tacos were not the best. It was a tempura shrimp with a soft tortilla shell but that tortilla was hard and kinda stale. The taco is meant to be spicy but I got the spicy sauce on the side due to my battle with acid reflux. The taco left much to desired for $10 for 2 so I would try something different next time. The staff here has always been courteous and accommodating. The wings are my favorite. I wish you could order 2 portion sizes because I wanted more after these were done because they are so tasty. We also got an onion tower not pictured here but it was delicious nonetheless just make sure you eat it while it’s hot.
Camille G. - 3 weeks ago

At lunchtime on Tuesday, outdoor tables were available, no waiting. During the course of our leisurely lunch, tables turned over quickly. Sometimes all the tables were full, sometimes several tables were available. Enjoyed a table in the rare spring sunshine, on the sidewalk on Broadway, watching the people walk by. The onion rings tower was delicious and crispy, with both blue cheese and Caesar dressing for dipping. Shared an 8 ounce guacamole burger, which was plenty for two people. They substituted a different type of cheese at our request. We are on a low carb diet so they wrapped our burger in lettuce as a substitute for a bun. Since we already had cut the burger in half, I just used a knife and fork to eat my portion. Cooked at a perfect medium rare, an option that isn't available for the smaller burgers (medium and well done only). The burgers are tall and thick, with multiple toppings, which makes them a challenge to eat neatly. Fortunately, large, cloth napkins are provided. (One per person, not five, as the name indicates!) There were minor mistakes with side dishes and water glasses weren't refilled until the end of our meal. Staff was pleasant and resolved the issue. We would go back again.
Joseph Fischer - a month ago

I always have a great meal at 5 Napkin. Whether it's dine-in or delivery, the food is fresh and delicious. Service at the restaurant is friendly and attentive. Delivery is super quick and the food is still fresh. The breakfast burger, grilled chicken sandwich, onion rings, double tuna roll, and the Mac and cheese our some of my favorites.
Mealani Kaiser - a month ago

Last minute location find. Ended up going right before the kitchen closed. Loved that they had a great vegan selection. From apps, to entree to dessert. We got options! Had the impossible burger. Was very delicious and tall. And for dessert had the vegan sundae. It was very delicious. 10/10 would come again.
Desiré Fernandez - 5 months ago

The best word to describe the food at 5 Napkin is meh. It's not bad, though the coffee was extremely bitter, but it is just bland. I think this has to do with the general makeup of customers. The place seems to cater primarily to families with small children. I assume the inoffensive flavors are meant to satisfy the largest number of fussy children. Unfortunately, not being a child, I prefer food with flavor. I had the spinach and artichoke dip with stale chips and the five napkin salad which was drowning in Italian dressing. My girlfriend had the blueberry pancakes, which were tiny, and were served with toaster oven hash browns and rubbery turkey sausage patties. The service was excellent. Unless you are taking a picky child out for a meal, go elsewhere.
Assaf Rutenberg - a month ago

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Absolutely phenomenal. The food is all top notch. The staff is really efficient and really knowledgeable and helpful. Some restaurants it seems like the staff has never eaten there. Here, our server knew all about the different fish on the menu and made some helpful recommendations. I was also impressed with the logistics. They do a great job of making the most out of the space, and seating and serving people quickly.
Ryan Zelen - a month ago

A culinary Institution for over 100 years, located in the Upper West Side, offers one of the better Nova and other amazing Smoked Fishes in town. Other Deli specialties include Potato Latkes, Pastrami, Corned Beef, Blintzes and other delicacies. Beware that only Cash payments are accepted. Service is extremely helpful. Highly recommended experience!
M. H. - 2 months ago

One of those institutional places in nyc you have to try and won’t be disappointed! The food was so delicious and the staff were amazing. The restaurant is cozy with lots of table but it fills up super quickly depending on the time and day you go. On a weekend, you can definitely expect to wait during brunch hours. We went around 1:30pm and it was easier to get a table then. Make sure to have enough cash because it is cash only!
Queeny Qiu - 3 months ago

I really enjoyed my lox and egg scramble even if it was a bit crispy and I was already totally stuffed on latkes. Make sure you get the OJ- it's fresh squeezed deliciousness!
Cashelle Rose - a week ago

Given the legendary status, this place probably doesn't need a new review. The atmosphere, the vibe and especially the food won't disappoint you. We got latkes, herring sandwich and pastrami sandwich. There was a line before we got seated, the line goes faster if you are ok with seating outside.
vespinoita - 2 months ago

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The homemade fries are my favorite, but their new crispy chicken sandwich was insanely good. So tasty 😋
Spencer Perlman - 4 months ago

Loved the awesome food and such friendly caring service as well! I highly recommend going to this restaurant. really love Israeli food and will most definitely be returning! Henry is such a nice guy as well.
Robert M - 2 months ago

This is the standard while other restaurants have come and gone. Deli Kasbah remains. Expanded menu from steaks, burgers, wraps, Israeli dishes. Good service as well. Spots can be hard to come by as any NYC restaurant may have. It's was our 28th wedding anniversary. We got a spot right in front.
Ungarbled-tech #ungarbled tech - 3 months ago

Good kosher meat spot in the UWS. Enjoyed the deli sandwich and creative apps. Especially the pastrami wrapped schnitzel! Meats in general were delicious!
Justin Hayworth - a year ago

Excellent Kosher restaurant on the Upper West Side New York. Extensive choice of dishes, tasty food, friendly atmosphere. 251 W 85th St, New York, NY 10024, United States
Philip Segal - a year ago

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We visited Carmine’s Upper West Side for my daughter’s birthday. It’s definitely perfect for a special occasion or group experience. It’s family style so the servings are abundant. You can definitely feed at least three adults with certain dishes. The service was excellent and we arrived at a good time… around 4:30ish before the dinner rush started showing up. I highly recommend reservations. The first person we were assigned was a super kind Ghanaian guy (didn’t catch his name). I was a little sad when he said he was leaving and turned us over to Scott. Scott ended up being superbly attentive, professional and helpful. Our food arrived relatively quickly and we were checked on often enough. He didn’t rush us and helped sing happy birthday, The atmosphere is definitely old school Manhattan, Italian style…. Very vintage yet well maintained. The music was a little loud at times but the vibe was pleasant. Everyone we interacted with was kind and courteous. Bring a big appetite.
Sonii B - 2 months ago

This was one of the best Italian food places I've ever dined at. The portions are amazingly big! The Vodka Sauce Pasta dish was delicious! The salad was tasty and fresh! The variety of included bread was mouth watering. The service was pretty good. I enjoyed my dining experience here and the location was perfect before seeing our Broadway show.
Richard Rally - 7 months ago

Famous for its generous family-style portions. All the food is cooked to order and delicious. The salads, antipasto, and pastas are all made fresh. The restaurant caters to large parties with plenty of space in the main dining room. The bar is also a good place for dining.
Mark LoGiurato - 4 months ago

One of the highlights of our trip! We throughly enjoyed every bite of salad, calamari and the seafood special with rigatoni. Their portion sizes are no joke and a great value in my opinion. Boisterous, loud place but in a good way! The only weird thing is they asked us to pay the bill right after we ordered our food due to a shift change, which I’ve never experienced before. Otherwise service was solid.
Yvonne Cook - 5 months ago

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We had a reservation for 4 people at 1pm which we made 4 days in advance. We sat outside with a dog. They had heat lamps. We really enjoyed the food and the service. The Shakshouka and the baked eggs were similar with the baked eggs not being spicy. The avocado toast was fresh, with the eggs it made it filling. The steak and eggs were good, however we asked for it medium and it was closer to rare. Still tasted good. It took a bit to get the check but overall a great spot for brunch especially if you bring a dog. Bathrooms were nice and clean
Amelia T - a month ago

Had a Croque Monsieur and it was quite dry… the one from Maison Pickle is much better. The wait staffs were very friendly and welcoming though, and the interior was very cozy, good spot for a casual weekend brunch.
CJ Chen - 2 weeks ago

My husband and I visited for brunch with a reservation. The place was packed, which we took as a good sign. We were seated immediately but it was quite some time before a server visited our table. She was quite apologetic and it was understandable with the number of active tables. Unfortunately, no conversation could be had over the din and revelry. The mimosas were pedestrian at best; however, the entrees were outstanding. I had waffles and my husband had the croque madame. We both greatly enjoyed our meals. Each single entree would have been enough for two people. I doubt we will return, but only due to the noise level, not the quality of the food.
Nancy Dibert - 3 weeks ago

I was there during my trip to New York, and I can say that it is an amazing restaurant. I was attended to by Alejandra, who was the best part of the experience. She was incredibly kind, patient with our order, and she also suggested very good options. She is great! Excellent service and delicious food—I highly recommend it!
Diana Almanza - a month ago

Best restaurant in the Upper West Side.I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious, the drinks are marvelous and the service is hands down the best service in all of NYC. Juan, Jorge, Marcos and all of the staff here are always so welcoming. Stop by for a drink and grab a bite. I promise you’ll keep coming back!
Abigail Guzman - a month ago

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The food is amazing in Celeste. The owner is very friendly. The staff are attentive. We loved how the steak was cooked perfectly and with a good portion size. The fish was delicious. The pizza was unique, unlike other pizzas that we could have in other places. My husband liked the tiramisu (I am a picky tiramisu critic :P ). Make sure to bring cash because it’s Cash only.
G Frye - in the last week

This restaurant experience was very memorable. I went with my daughter for Mother’s Day, dinner and the food was definitely a highlight. I got the salmon and my daughter got the bolognese and both were absolutely delightful. They were all very flavorful. The service was also fabulous and Stefano, Our server gave us all the tips on the right thing to order and the right deserts and had a great attitude. we loved him. But it is definitely very cozy. And a real New York experience because you make friends with your neighboring diners.
Purva Bedi - a month ago

The food here was incredible, I really loved the Sea Bass Filet, and the sides it came with really filled me up. The staff were very attentive and friendly, and the owner walked around greeting people. We also got an appetizer of fried artichoke, and the bread starter was delicious, I'm going to remember that bread until my death bed. Also, I loved that the online menu has a picture of almost every dish, and that really helped me decide on what to order as an indecisive person.
Maya S - 2 months ago

This place is really lovely !! To start the bread was airy and I loved the hint of rosemary. Fried artichokes with parsley was amazing, I was a bit thrown off with fried parsley but it tastes really good , especially with a squeeze of lemon. Eggplant lasagna has so much flavor and is not soggy !! I had the margarita pizza with prosciutto which was great as well. Crispy crust! Service was great & attentive as well :) Will be coming back here and surely recommending to others. Cash only but they do have an atm
Gianna Ribecca - 5 months ago

Went today. Already love this place. Ordered the ravioli and the magarita pizza. Loved it. I think it was the owner who was like taking care of us all the time and the others in the restaurant. Enjoyed it. I think would highly recommend this place to visit to everyone who is interested to enjoy some nice italian food in the upper west side.
Mayur Patel - a month ago

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Usually the people native to the cuisines are most picky about their cuisine. I challenged Bodrum Brunch to the test by brining my Turkish friend here to testify their authenticity. In short, Bodrum excelled most of the parts. For starters, they don’t have the Turkish tea but they do have the Turkish wine, which is off-menu but you have to know the name to ask. That was the secret-only-to-Turkish thing I guess. My friend and I shared the complimentary bread with EVOO, Shakshuka, Sigara Borek, and Mucver. We also had Turkish coffee at the end of the meal. The complimentary bread is still hot and puffy when it came to the table! Super stretchy inside with lots and lots of bubbles. The evoo was excellent in flavor, simply dipping is enough for indulgence. (My friend and I both think maybe Turkey and Greece have the best olive oil farms as they are close and Greek Mythology states that Athena bestowed the Olive Tree to Athens in Greece.) Sigara Borek: The crispy filo pastry filled with parsley and French feta. It is not heavy as you would imagine when you think it is fried filo. It is incredibly crunchy on the exterior with a super creamy aromatic center. Very homey to my Turkish friend. I doubted about the parsley as I tasted dill more than parsley, but the aroma was very satisfying so I don’t complain about the mismatch. Mücver: The zucchini patties with feta, dill, and scallions, with a side of yogurt sauce. If you like scallion pancakes from Asian cuisines, you will definitely love this one. Simple and delicious. The patties almost have a mochi texture to it, alongside with the savory content. The yogurt sauce is light and added a bit of tangy to the patty’s aroma. Great dish for not-so-heavy-but-still-craves-savory brunch eaters. Shakshuka: The only dish I think I had better. It is a classic dish with baked eggs in tomato sauce, cumin, garlic and cubes of halloumi cheese. The eggs are a bit overdone as the yolks wasn’t as runny as I wished. The tomato sauce with the spices have a kick, but flavors are less complex to the ones I had before (if you have been to Boston area please try Tarte’s Shakshuka). Still a good dish, but not great. Turkish coffee: The coffee part is essential to wrap up the meal, as well as fortune telling with the coffee grinds. The coffee is very thick, and very strong. It is bitter but not acidic (which I dig!!!), and when I get to the bottom of the cup it was almost paste like. We did the whole ritual of rotating the cup 3 circles, flip it on the cup holder, wait until it is cooled, and see the cup interior sides for motifs. Interesting activity to do with your friends. (On my cup I saw trees and a thoughtful person 🤣) I recommend this place initially because my bestie’s boyfriend is also Turkish, and Bodrum is their staple for dinners. Heard greats things about kebabs, lamb shank, and tagines (though the latter isn’t technically Turkish lol).
Daphne Shen - a week ago

Food here isn’t above and beyond but isn’t bad for the price. We had a few plates for sharing including the sampler, I mostly liked their labne + cheese filled filo dough along with their fresh baked bread, the issue was that they did not bring enough for the table. Also had the eggplant baylidi which was flavorful. Their kofte wrap had no flavor what so ever it does not even taste like kofte. The fries taste like fast food restaurant fries, and the ketchup that came with the fries had way too much sugar in it. Lentil soup was decent.
Ghufran - 4 weeks ago

So much better than I ever hoped! Everything was perfectly wonderful. The spice combinations, the quality of the meats and veggies and the portion sizes were terrific, and everyone at our table was truly impressed with the food we ate. My lamb was perfectly medium rare as ordered, tender and lean -- not muttony or fatty. My kid's chicken was equally lovely. The appetizer, a mixed platter to share, was a true variety of flavors, which can be a challenge with what is essentially a bunch of dips. Highly recommended even for families.
Holiday Haber - a month ago

My girlfriend and I celebrate holiday dinner here and truly it was such a nice vibe, the service was incredible, as well as food. I definitely would come back! The margarita was delicious and strong ☺️
Chantha Thach - 5 months ago

I had Turkish sis kebob and the lamb dumplings. I really liked the dumplings. It was refreshing and tasty. Turkish sis kebob was lamb and it was pretty good but maybe slightly over cooked. The servers and host were really friendly and nice and the atmosphere was comfortable and nice as well. I would come back to try the lamb chop.
Mini Kim - 8 months ago

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Loved it ! Classic diner. Quick service considering we went for Sunday lunch. ordered waffles and chicken Caesar wrap. Everything was so fresh and tasty. Really enjoyed it. Plus good coffee. Definitely going back 👌🏻
Mariia Cherniakovych - a month ago

classic diner with such good food, wait is a little long but you don’t really notice it because the ambiance of the place is kinda iconic of diners. def on the expensive and longer wait side, so if you are looking for a quick breakfast lunch or dinner this is not the place. i haven’t ordered in though so maybe that’s faster.
Julia Spencer - 7 months ago

Nice clean diner service was ok. But the food was not too great my son ordered a medium well steak that was rubbery and way over cooked. My daughter ordered an avocado toast that had no flavor at all. The turkey blt and breakfast stuff was ok.
Vanessa Aquino - a week ago

Great diner. The food is always fresh and delicious. They have the best eggs in town. Always get a side of sausage. It is amazing!!! Great coffee as well. The staff is friendly and very attentive. Great neighborhood diner.
Luis A - a year ago

Absolutely delicious! Checked out this place for brunch at the suggestion of our hotel staff, and was delighted with the food and service! Great spot with lighting-fast service and the tastiest turkey bacon I've ever had! We'll be back tomorrow morning before we head back to Toronto!
Jamie Baker - 2 months ago

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This place is a little gem in the uws. If you are into Indian food you must try this place. Food is excellent, service is friendly, attentive and, polite. Prices are ok. Card ok!
Fabio Pizzuto - 3 months ago

A quiet, small, comfortable restaurant with delicious dishes and very personal service. Khan the owner is just lovely. I'm vegetarian and my husband likes eating meat and fish and we have enjoyed every dish we have eaten. Desserts are really tasty too as is the wine.
Sally Q Campbell - 2 weeks ago

August 2022. We came for lunch on a Saturday around 1:30 pm and were the only patrons. The restaurant is not huge but I liked the music and ambience. I had the lamb korai which was great and seasoned with the perfect amount of spiciness. The naan and chaputi were also very nice. The prices were surprisingly reasonable for a restaurant in NYC!!
Kevin Michalski - a year ago

It was good.. the only the waiter is flirtatious.. and purposely put the menu in my breast while my husband was there and I saw the waiter getting closed touching his body against a woman. This man has the wrong impression that white woman in usa are easy. I hope he is able he sees the message cause he is dirty.. he is an indian.. he violates women' s space.
Tamara Nair - 4 months ago

It is a hole in the wall type of the restaurant. I like it. The waiter was very attentive and polite. Food was pretty authentic. Whenever I go to the Indian restaurant, I taste a lot of sugar but this restaurant is very good with spice. I would like to come back to try other dishes. I wish they had a gobi appetizer in the future.
Lisa Kim - 4 years ago

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I walk past this starbucks every single day! I go in a lot and have gotten nothing but the best service. The staff is super friendly and helpful! The service is mostly quick, on busy hours it takes about 5-8 minutes to get the coffee, but they apologize for the wait and make sure the drink was perfectly made.
Cam Torres - 2 months ago

Probably the best Starbucks I’ve been to. Extremely spacious, with about 19 seats. Staff working efficiently, while being kind & courteous. There’s a bathroom available & of course WiFi. I don’t drink coffee, but I did have some tea, wasn’t anything special. This’ll be my new spot to work & chill in.
Delilah Peach-Williams - 2 years ago

Music is way too loud. Difficult to get any work done or have a conversation. Ample seating is available but not an idea work environment. Would prefer quieter coffee house style music, not club rave.
Joanna Halpern - 3 months ago

I haven’t had starbucks in a long time, and I was scared the drink wouldn’t be as good as I remember, but the barista Melvin made it per-fect! It was fast service, a great drink all served with a smile. Truly one of the best Starbucks experiences I have ever had !
Jasmine Z - 2 months ago

The typical high Starbucks quality coffee, with somewhat higher prices than elsewhere. This store has a lot of seating on three different levels. Restrooms need improvement on cleanliness.
Jim Levedakis - 4 years ago

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