Have your part(ies) here!…read more We used EDBM to throw a party at The East Wing (Upper East Side) for my daughter's 1st birthday celebration. My wife and I were beyond pleased! They guided us along from the beginning exploratory conversations, through the booking, the food and room setup, to the execution of the event. Wow...they are awesome and they know their stuff! Everything was a smashing success. Special kudos to how they knew all of what to expect too...ie. they were spot on right down to knowing certain foods wouldn't really be eaten as much as others (yes, we went against their advice and yes, we were wrong...lol...but good news is I have tons of leftovers for lunch this week!) Other notes: East Wing is perfect for about 50 people, especially if you need tables and other things laid out in the space. Its well lit but private, their is a bathroom in the room, there are great nooks and crannies to store things (strollers, presents, etc) and the food is both delicious and portioned correctly. We did a lot of research and the way EDBM prices its party packages is by far the best, especially for the nicer ambiance and food quality. They are upfront with all their charges, and at the end of the day, you definitely get more for your money than you would at other places around town of similar size and service. Also, a special kudos to their onsite party host, Lindsay. She is a master party manager, bartender, hostess, problem solver, and generally kind-spirited person. She answered questions, made us comfortable and assisted us in every possible way. Amazing at her job! They all are - Christine, Niki and Brittany. Bravo! We would 100% recommend EDBM to any and all who seek a suggestion for where to have a party.

Okay, so I booked my brother's bachelor party with the girls of Eat Drink and be Merry and let me…read moretell you how wonderful and accommodating they were and the services they provide. I can't remember all of the names but I believe there was a Brittany, Christine and I want to say Kate. Our first part of the night we started off at the Gin Mill for dinner. I got to be honest the food was a lot better than what I thought it was going to be. Pasta, Chicken, Steak, potatoes, tator tots, all delicious. Maggie, who was I guess the host of the party was excellent along with our bartender. I cannot remember her name but she was blonde (sorry) and very on top of whatever drinks we needed. I rate everything at this place a 10 Our limo driver Steve who was flat out the man...enough said!!!!! He catered to us as best as he could and went above and beyond. I would definitely have him as a limo driver again. As Steve took us to Down the hatch, the bartenders were there ready to wait on us, and they didn't disappoint. (Maggie called ahead for us!) The one down point of the night was when we ordered wings the staff brought the wings and set them up over on a shelf by the main door. The bouncer came over and asked us to clear the doorway. I understand 100% he was doing his job, but this is where the staff put the wings. I explained to him that we will move out of the way the best we could to not block the doorway, but asked him where were we going to go to eat? I said if you can find us a table I will gladly move. This bouncer had a Dallas Cowboys hat on and, said " you want me to find you a table, not my problem. Okay guy! We left immediately! Guy was just a rude................well you get the point. I called Maggie to explain to her the situation immediately and made sure she knew that we were not out of control, not causing any problems etc.... Next up, 3 sheets saloon. Everything about this place was outstanding. We had a waitress and I can't remember her name, but she was from Australia and she just kept bringing round after round until the open bar time was up! The bouncer Ivan was pretty awesome too. He kept us entertained throughout the night. All in all, the night turned out to be a good time..and I would recommend booking as everything went smoothly with the exception of the bouncer issue, but one guy with an ego, wasn't going to ruin our night.

One of several Felice restaurants in the chain, this one is on the smaller and more casual side…read more The food and service were excellent and we really enjoyed our meal. Four of us were there for dinner to celebrate a birthday, and at the end they brought out a huge tiramisu big enough for four and sang happy birthday. Nice touch. Tables are about as close quarters as you can get, especially 2 and 4 tops, which adds to the noise level. Big outdoor seating in front of and around the corner of the restaurant.

I loved my time here! I'd definitely come back…read more Food- I had the restaurant week. The ricotta was so good! The vegetable soup was great too and I thought the salmon was cooked perfectly and not salty! Definitely on the healthier side. I personally didn't like this dessert that much but it was a personal preference. Service- amazing friendly attentive, checks in on you a couple times as well! Love them! Ambiance- small cozy but intimate!

Walked into Blooms Tavern like I was about to write my own version of Ulysses... but let's be real,…read moreI was only there for the food and the fire. Midtown East doesn't usually hand you a pub with a legit working fireplace, but this place does. Cozy, classic, and a little dangerous for guys like me who like a good pint with their burger. Ordered the turkey burger with fries--and man, it was great. No nonsense, no fluff. Just a burger so good it almost made me feel poetic. Almost. Cheers to James Joyce for the inspiration, but tonight Leopold Bloom's got nothing on me. #bloomstavern #midtowneast #nycpubs #irishpub #jamesjoyce #ulysses #turkeyburger #pubfood #nyceats #foodienyc #nycfoodie #fireplacevibes #goodtimes

Always a good time! I've been here several times and always have a blast. Always meet the most…read morerandom people. Good and drinks are great. Lots of options. Clean bathrooms. Cute space. Great location. Easy and central to meet friends from around the city

We had one of the most amazing, unique experiences here. Chef Anne is a true gem. She has worked at…read moresome of the most outstanding restaurants around the world but is also a very down to earth, hard working New Yorker. My husband and I did a private cooking class and Anne curated the perfect menu for us, expertly tailored to our interests and skill level. Because she also can host private dinners in the space, we were able to arrange for a few of our family members to come and enjoy the dinner we prepared. It was really so fun, and so special, and to be able to have a private indoor dining space is especially great now with COVID. The price for all of it was very reasonable. We're already thinking about when we can come back for another class and/or dinner!

Chef Anne was amazing, friendly, personable, and created a delicious and fun experience! My wife…read moreand I decided to do something different this Valentines Day in doing a French cooking class with Chef Anne. Her detailed instructions and boundless culinary knowledge made for a dinner we would never forget. Highly recommend for all levels! This won't be a one-time experience- my wife and I are already planning our next class and hopefully a private dinner in the next few months.

My husband and I went there for dinner because it's very close to our home and we checked the…read morerestaurant online , we thought it would be nice to go there and check it out. As soon as we got there they put us on a table in the back of the restaurant behind the pillar far from other customers ( it looked like they were hiding us from the others for some reason). We ordered lasagna and they brought our food burned ( both plates) we couldn't even eat part of the food. We spoke to the waiter who brought the food and the only thing he said was " I'll let the chef know". So we waited, nobody came to talk to us or ask us if we needed anything ...we were hoping the manager would come to apologize for that and offer us something else to eat ...never happened. So we paid and left ! For a place where it's called sophisticated and great Italian restaurant in the area , I was expecting at least an apology and better service ! Shame! Never again !

The food is amazingly fresh and delicious. The heirloom tomato salad was varied with just the…read moreamount of flavors and dressing. The service was friendly and attentive. I was not approached every five minutes. It was refreshing to be able to sit and enjoy the ambiance. The chicken meatballs were good but not over the top. I couldn't eat the generous portion. It's a lot. If you're hungry and going to Caravaggio, I'd recommend asking about the size of the dish. It's a great experience with friendly staff.

So here I am after dropping a friend off to a meeting. I'm not terribly hungry but my trusty Yelp…read moreapp singles out this place. I find a metered space a block away and park. From the outside the place looks great. I go in and decide to sit outside and am told to pick a place My waitress comes and I ask for a glass of the house red. She says it's a pino noir and it is a great deal at $8 I know what I want right away the lasagna The wine comes shortly followed by the pasta. Everything is great. Wine is smooth, not too strong Lasagna a nice portion served on a cast iron skillet. The lasagne has a great tomato sauce that is smooth with a hint of sweetness I order a second glass of wine taking my time to savor everything. At the end I ask for the check which my waitress brings over. $56! Gee I look and the glass of wine isn't $8 they're $13 a glass! I motion to the waitress and point out the mistake. She explains she made a mistake. She brought me the more expensive pino because she forgot the house was a different wine. I decide not to make an issue of it. But wonder how many other people unsuspectingly have the same switcharoo, and just reflexively pay? I'm a bit disappointed and not happy about this. I think gee this is why people aren't going out? It comes the same week my other Brooklyn restaurant was an overpriced disappointment. Both times beverage, liquor or wine based. So I can't let this pass on Yelp here. If you come make sure you check the bill!

Mom said we were going out for Italian…read more Naturally, I assumed this meant unlimited pizza crust. We visited Osteria Cotta, a cozy two-story neighborhood Italian restaurant with a large outdoor patio in front. There was plenty of space for everyone, and I wasn't the only pup there--there were several other dogs enjoying dinner with their families. The humans who worked there were incredibly nice and spent a lot of time telling me how handsome I am. (It's important to surround yourself with honest people.) Mom ordered the Tartufo pizza with mushrooms and prosciutto, along with a non-alcoholic rosé. Dad ordered the Penne Pomodoro with a glass of red wine and somehow found room for an espresso martini after dinner. I ordered... ...absolutely nothing. There isn't a dog menu, and no water bowl was offered, so I'd recommend bringing your own water if you're visiting with your pup. Even though I didn't receive the pizza crust I had mentally budgeted for, the atmosphere was relaxed, the patio was spacious, and everyone made me feel welcome. It's a great place if you want a nice Italian dinner without leaving your best friend at home. Dogba's Verdict Big outdoor patio? Plenty of fellow dogs? Staff who immediately loved me? Dog water bowl? Pizza crust distributed to the dog? Also no. 4 paws out of 5. Excellent hospitality. Questionable crust-sharing policy. I'll still be back... mostly because I'm convinced I can negotiate better terms next time.

We enjoyed our dinner here. The ambience is nIce--quiet and calm. The portions are generous. We…read moreliked the food--we tried the karhai chicken, chana masala and some samosas. One of the better Indian options in the neighborhood

I usually head down to "Curry Row" on 6th Street, but this place is much closer to my apartment, so…read moremy wife and I decided to give it a try. I made a reservation for 2 on their Website, which was easy. We walked a few blocks and walked into Tandoor Oven, and were impressed with the upscale and modern feel of the restaurant. We were immediately greeted by the host. I told him we had a reservation and he knew my name, so I figured I was the only one who made a reservation that night! He guided us to a nice romantic table near the window, we sat, and he gave us menus and then brought water. My wife and I perused the menu and checked out some of the dishes the other customers were enjoying. I ordered papadum with Lemon Pickle, and for our mains, I ordered Chicken Tikka Masala, and my wife ordered Southern Spice Chicken, as well as Pilau rice and Naan bread. I prefer Lime Pickle, but I was impressed with the Lemon Pickle, as well as their chutneys. Our mains came, and while I ordered mine spicy, it wasn't very spicy at all, but wow, what great flavors! My wife and I both enjoyed our mains immensely, as well as the sides- the Naan was thin and crispy, and I could tell it was freshly made. The rice was perfect as well. Service was wonderful, attentive without being overbearing. This place is very nice and modern, and very welcoming. The staff is friendly, and I feel they really appreciate your business. It's great to find a great local Indian restaurant that appreciates the locals! I WILL be back!

Met our friend Marianne w here for lunch when they opened at 11:00 a.m. she had had awakened at…read more4:00 a.m. just for the occasion. Wife and I had walked 2 mi les from 57th Street and 6th avenue to 92nd Street and 2nd avenue. Wife have the $16 lunch enchiladas with Red sauce and chicken while I have the $23 cochinnita pibil. My dish had chunks of pork covered with a spicy sauce and raw onions together with five corn tortillas. Ate everything except the lime flavored rice. Marianne at first had the empanadas with ground beef. However once they found out that she was allergic to tomatoes she changed her dish too a cheese quesadilla with no pico de gallo and no guacamole. Very small order for the $15 price and definitely much to bland for my wife or myself to eat. When the bill came they charged us for the empanadas that never came. Marianne spoke to the owners the next day and got her free empanadas a second dish courtesy of myself making the trip worthwhile.

I've found really good Mexican restaurants virtually everywhere I've lived -- except NYC. That is,…read moreuntil last night. Red Grill falls short of five stars, but I'd guess people in the neighborhood disagree. Tuesday night -- not a traditional 'going-out' night -- the place was hopping. Chicken fajitas come with a lot of sauteed peppers and an adequate amount of chicken. I enjoyed it. The frozen margarita? Maybe seven on a scale of ten. I like mine a little fruitier. I was impressed with my husband's carnitas. Had a bit of a kick and the meat was lean. Portions are big. Ambience is lively. Prices not terrible for Manhattan. And on a day when temperatures soared over 100 degrees, air conditioning worked well. I know we'll be back.