1. The service was excellent. 2. The food was excellent…read more 3. Bring a flashlight if you're over the age of 40. I enjoyed everything about this restaurant from the cocktail bar... To the attention of each staff member. Thank you for creating a great atmosphere by being attentive and personable. Business dinner was excellent thank you again.

The vibe and food here is great! It's also very good for larger parties. We were a group of 10 and…read moreI was able to make a reservation without dealing with a pre fix meal or being put into a private room which I appreciated. We went family style for our dishes which worked very well. Everything we got was delicious, but the garlic fried rice, kung pao monkfish, crab rangoons and wok fried xo cheung fun noodles were my favorites. I also tried the Blush cocktail which was similar to a lychee martini. I loved it and it was perfectly sweet. Overall it was on the pricey side once we split everything, but the vibes were great for a nice night out.

Had a great meal at THEP Thai on the Upper East Side. The Tom Yum Shrimp Fried Rice was…read moredelicious--bold, spicy, tangy flavors with plump shrimp. The Khao Na Ped was also excellent, with tender duck. The service was excellent--friendly and attentive staff made us feel welcome, especially with the table . Modern, cozy vibe too. Highly recommend! Will definitely be back when I travel to New York again.

A much needed end of the week girls meet-up…read more Reservations were made and are STRONGLY suggested. A CC is required and you must agree to terms and conditions upon making said reservations. One of those terms is that there is a $25/pp fee for late cancelations or no shows. **Given the rules, I think it would be nice if THEP informs everyone when they book reservations that there is a great likelihood that you will be seated at a communal table.** Upon arrival we were seat when 3 out of the 4 arrived. Yes, we were seated at the communal table, which was off putting initially because we were looking for a more private experience and opportunity to catch up. However, we powered through and made the best of it. Service started off shaky and rushed initially, with incorrect drink orders presented. However once we all settled in things improved. The food was good and the atmosphere was lovely. A few entrée dishes were unavailable and required a little flexibility in the night's taste palate. Overall Thep was enjoyable and I would like to return now that I know what to expect. Just A Note: If a communal table is not ideal I would suggest reaching out directly to the restaurant to see if something can be arranged.

Stopped by on a Friday night for dinner with my best friend. The place itself is gorgeous, moody,…read moreand very architecturally pleasing. To start, we had the lychee martinis. It's not your typical lychee martini. It has Aperol and pineapple, which gives it a great flavor. My only note is that I wish it were a bit stronger. For appetizers we had the yellowtail, which is a must get. It was delicious. We also had the lobster spring rolls, another great dish, and the crispy wontons, which were good but not my favorite compared to everything else. For our entrée we got the beef tenderloin, another must get. It was amazing, super tender, and melts in your mouth. We had it with the fried rice, which was solid. For dessert we had the ice cream sandwich, which was different in the best way and extremely delicious. It wasn't too sweet and the cone "buns" were perfection. Overall, this place is gorgeous and the food matches. I would definitely return. The service was also great, the perfect balance of letting you do your own thing and truly enjoy your evening while still checking in. It is pricey. We each paid $184 including tip, but it's definitely worth it for a special occasion or to spoil yourself a bit.

Sometimes the best stops are the unplanned ones…read more After spending the afternoon at MoMA, my husband and I ducked into 53 to escape the heat and enjoy a cocktail before continuing our day. What started as a quick break turned into one of our favorite moments of the afternoon. We ended up chatting with the bartender for quite a while, swapping recommendations for speakeasies and cocktail bars around the city. It's always refreshing to meet someone who's genuinely passionate about their craft and happy to share local favorites. The cocktails were excellent, and the conversation made the experience even better. This wasn't actually our first visit--we celebrated my birthday here about three years ago, and I still remember how impressed we were with both the food and its presentation. It was nice to return and be reminded why we enjoyed it so much. We also learned that 53 has opened a speakeasy downstairs that's open on select weeknights and features live jazz. Needless to say, that's already on our list for our next trip to the city. Whether you're stopping in for a full dinner or just a well-made cocktail and a break from the Midtown bustle, 53 is well worth a visit.

It's elegant inside and the interior design is beautiful! I walked in for our reservation at 12:30…read morePM, and the place was just the two of us on a Friday afternoon. Within an hour, it started to fill up due to the heat rising outside. One thing worth mentioning is that it was breathtaking inside. It has beautiful decor and just felt like I was in a different part of the world. Our table was literally a cut stone and the plates were picked with great detail. Our server was kind and patient as we agonized over what to select for our meal. My friend doesn't eat red meat or raw fish but that didn't deter me from ordering the whole royale dorade sashimi. That was really soothing and delicious being that we walked in on a day hot enough to be considered a heat wave. My friend had the Thai tea swizzle. Yes, they have refreshers (non-alcoholic drinks) along with cocktails (alcoholic). I know my friend decided on the grilled chicken Lao style which was really good, whereas I ordered the grilled branzino which came with this delicious salsa Verde. I was debating on whether to get more: looking at the other delicious salads, gai lan, and the Isaan beef meatballs, but my tummy couldn't fit in another bite. I even saw a dessert section which looked yummy (ube creme caramel or the Thai tea affogato). I would recommend this spot especially for a celebration. I did not know about the tasting menus. Interesting!

Had dinner at Twin Tails on an early Sunday evening when they weren't too busy and had a truly…read moreexcellent meal from beginning to end. Started with the Netted Chicken Spring Rolls (great flavor) and the Emerald Goddess Salad (unique and refreshing) and both were terrific. Our main was the Cho Lon Duck which was nicely prepared and presented. Compared well with the best Peking Ducks that we have had. The Peekytoe Crab Fried Rice was an excellent side as was the Charred Brussels Sprouts. The Bamboo Sweet Sticky Rice was also good and presented on a unique way. The Soufflé (we had the Vietnamese Mocha - need to come back to try the other flavors) was a wonderful dessert to end the meal along with the Rainbow Sherbet Cake. Nice decor, great view and terrific service (our server Karmela was very helpful and friendly) Will definitely be back.

This bar is a bit hidden, but such cool vibes. Once inside, it feels like you're in an actual cave…read morewith mirrors throughout. It's very sleek and sophisticated --perfect for a date night. The husband and I came for my birthday. They specialize in tea-infused cocktails with signature, savory, and sweet drinks. All the drinks were so unique and intriguing with some interesting ingredients. We started off with the Clock Out ($20) and Cuke Flower ($18). These were their most popular choices and I really enjoyed clock out, but found the cuke to be too sour for my liking. Then we got the Popcorn ($20) and Shrimp Elixir ($20). The popcorn was essentially an espresso martini while the shrimp was a fun, savory option. I liked their correlating garnishes on the cocktails as well. When we saw the other tables have food, we decided to get a small appetizer even though we weren't hungry. We ordered the Fried Chicken Wings ($16) before the kitchen closed. These were nice and crispy, but quite pricey for 5 pieces. Overall, lovely spot with a unique vibe.

Kind of lame. Looks cool in pics but when you get there the ambiance feels cheap…read more At least when I went, the servers felt pretty untrained in proper etiquette. They kept coming to us one after the other to ask if we were ready to order when we had already said we needed a minute. The lack of communication or even awareness that they had each stop by in such a small space where it's easy to keep track was a bit alarming. No one was rude, it just felt like even when it came to presenting the drink, there was no explanation or instruction on how it's best enjoyed. The service, ambiance, food, and quite frankly the drinks didn't command that price tag. IDK maybe good for a younger crowd.

Wonderland is a hidden gem in the east village, although it really shouldn't be. Often overshadowed…read moreby noisier bar choices in the area, Wonderland offers a more refined alternative The space is intimate without feeling cramped, and there's a clear point of view behind everything, from the way the menu is constructed to how the drinks are presented. This sets it apart in a neighborhood that often leans the other way. What stands out most is the creativity behind the cocktails. There's a sense of play without it becoming gimmicky yet flavor still leads. The custom drinks, in particular, are a thoughtful touch and make the experience feel tailored rather than transactional. It's also one of the few spots in the area that genuinely works for conversation. Whether it's a date or catching up with a friend, you're not competing with the room. Given the location, I think it makes it a great spot for happy hours, late evening hangs or weekends out too. Wonderland isn't trying to be everything to everyone, It knows what it is: a considered, slightly understated cocktail bar that rewards you for slowing down and paying attention.

definitely more of a chill intimate bar. a very beautiful bar with whimsical decor, but they took…read moreso long to bring out each drink that the first few drinks were finished before the second half of the drinks came. each drink came one by one which was strange the "wonderland series" cocktails are the showy ones presentation wise and seem high effort to prepare. I really enjoyed my drink (toasted coconut reconstruction, $26) because it was pretty mild in alcohol and basically came with a dessert

Great service and meal. Enjoyed all our food and drinks…read more Favorites were the Shrimp & Walnuts and Salt and Pepper Chicken.

Ambiance: good space! Next time I would like to try the dining area because bar was hard to talk to…read moremy friends Service: quick and good Food $$: food was good! We did family style Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: I would recommend

We went for a birthday dinner and ALLISON was amazing and she worked her section amazingly. The…read morefood did take a bit long to come but the taste & flavors made up for it. The service was amazing and Allison made sure my friend enjoyed her bday. The ambiance was beautiful, however, we needed our lights from the phone to see the menu. I was like damn you really are needed glasses as dark as it was in there. We enjoyed the restaurant week menu and it came up to $208 with tip includ

I had went here for my birthday three days ago because it was Restaurant Week. The only reason why…read moreI gave it three stars is because of the great service I received from the staff which includes the hostess, the waiter, the bussers and the bathroom attendant. They even played throwback jams and I had liked how this one busser was vibing to the music as he was waiting to assist at a table. It was the food I had problems with. For appetizer I had order the Vegetable Egg roll and it didn't say on the menu that the dip was spicy nor did the waiter, my mouth was burning all through dessert, I had to drink so much water. That sauce tasted like hot sauce and I hate hot sauce!!! The sauce went through my nose and through my mouth, this sauce really messed up my pallet. I had order for the entree Thai Sweet and Spicy Shrimp, I couldn't tell if it was really that spicy because I still had the burning sensation in my mouth from the appetizer still!!! For dessert I had order the banana pudding crumble and it looked like a crumble of mess, it tasted good when you got to the bottom to the pudding. The presentation of this dessert was a hot mess, it looked like a rushed job the chef threw in the two cut banana's and the vanilla wafer cookies and chopped up the cookie and just dumped it in the dish. I did like the dish the dessert came in. My biggest complaint is that sauce never be served and the disappointing banana pudding. I mean how do you mess up banana pudding. I was taken to the second floor and was really shocked it had a top floor, just like I was stunned to learn that I had to go down the stairs to restroom. The restroom was clean. I thought it was funny how the men's room was called Yang and the woman's was called Yin. My biggest problem with the restroom was they have toilet seat covers over the toilet, but it was an empty box and I had used two different stalls before and after my meal. And I said how there was a bathroom attendant in there. For a well known restaurant, I had excepted a better experience from Tao's.