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    Upland

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Ali M.

    Opened in October 2014 to fanfare about its California-inspired approach to produce and generalized Italian-cum-Mediterranean cuisine, thanks to chef Justin Smillie's inventiveness, Upland just seems run-of-the-mill today. The reception staff were friendly and efficient, whisking away my wool-overcoat in seconds. My spirits lifted as a seat at the end of the bar was located for me. Upland's tall street windows, double-height ceilings, milk-glass sconces, green-enameled pendants, pale panelling, banquettes, and the primacy of its bar echo the modernity of Charlie Bird in SoHo and the unfussiness of Via Carota in the West Village -- but lacks the energy of either of them. Over-use of wine bottles and jars of lemons in brine as decorative elements just feels dated now, rather than charming. Like the space, my little gem salad first-course and beef tartare second-course each lacked verve. Despite ribbons of ricotta salata and walnut vinaigrette the former lacked flavor, while the latter was overpowered by a dusting of chilies that I was not expecting. My glass of Mendocino Chardonnay served in a shapely Spiegalelau glass was delicious, as was the macchiato. Service at the bar where I ate could have been better; I had to ask for plates to be cleared. Perhaps it was because activity at the bar centered around cocktails and beer. The room was far from empty, and the appeal is obvious. Still, next time in the neighborhood, I'd likely choose Borgo.

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    Deli B.

    Food, service, & vibe were top notch. The team at Upland were friendly, knowledgeable, and detailed. They went above and beyond when to ensure anyone with food restrictions had options. The food and wine (Cade Sauvignon Blanc) were delicious and regret not taking pictures of everything. Attached is a picture of the menu for our group. I look forward to returning and trying more dishes.

    Michelle L.

    Elevated restaurant with reliably good food and service. Plenty of natural light in their space, which I'm always a sucker for. If you're looking for a little pizazz in your restaurant rotation, Upland is the place on an unassuming stretch of 26th. The menu options vary depending on the season, but is California inspired, which as a native, makes me nostalgic every time I come here. Their burger is worth the hype (and sticker tag) but only if you're in the mood. Love their brunch options, which if you go early, makes for a relaxing and pleasurable experience. My toddler son, husband and I dined here on a recent visit, and it was the most relaxing brunch I've had in years. Quiet, calm and kudos to our server who had the infinite patience of an angel with our toddler (who was, thankfully, on his best behavior). Oh, limone pizza - get it. It sounds so wrong, but probably was the star of the show for me. Perfect balance of citrus zest and cheese - and the arugula adds a kick. YUM.

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    Kathy S.

    Upland has a wide variety of food options to choose from whether you are a meat lover or vegetarian. The ambience was nice and the service was excellent. We came with friends on our last night visiting NYC and also celebrated our friend's 25th Wedding Anniversary with some awesome dessert. There were more items I forgot to take photos of like the skirt steak, Cesar salad, Upland "Nutter Butter" and sorbet.

    Carlton R.

    What a delightful experience! Came here for dinner on a Tuesday evening and it was absolutely amazing! The wait staff here were extremely attentive and ensured we had a great dining experience! Special shout out to Olive for making the experience that much better. The food was delicious, and we were able to try a nice range of different options. Ambience was really upscale and pleasant! Drinks were well made with a good variety of cocktails! Highly recommend! Thank you Olive and the upland team for an amazing experience.

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    Farah K.

    Food - butter and bread was yummy; branzino was delicious and they were able to split in two which we appreciated. Limincello cake was good Service - attentive and it was the perfect pace. However, I did notice our waiter offering the table next to us recommendations but didn't do the same for us Ambiance - it was a Thursday evening so it was a bit noisy. Decor was simple but felt cozy

    Lobster Cavatelli, Beef Tartare, eggs
    Koreen D.

    Pretty resto for brunch. Managed to snag bar seats for walk in. Beef tartare was on the sour side and not the best I've had but portion size was decent for tartare. Lobster cavatelli was pretty good, perfectly cooked pasta and luscious sauce The eggs were also pretty good. Warm and comforting as one may expect. Overall, pretty good. Nice ambience and service was good.

    Roasted chicken -- DELICIOUS
    Sol G.

    Food was delicious as well as dessert. Service was excellent. Restaurant is really pretty. Cocktails were good-- not very strong though. Ambiance is upscale. Recommend the roasted chicken and the brussel sprouts and veggies with ricotta. The nutter butter dessert was really good. Great for a fancy date or birthday dinner.

    Bella T.

    I am so happy I was able to try this restaurant. I went to @upland_nyc and all the food and desserts were amazing. The margarita pizza was unbelievably delicious. The little gem salad as a starter was light and a great addition to the night. I also got the pappardelle and the rigatoni pasta which were cooked to perfection with the freshest ingredients and a tasty bolognese. To add on, I got the roasted beef short rib and it was to die for! To finish off the night, I got the peanut butter oatmeal cookie, the chocolate layer mousse cake, and the burnt cheesecake which were each remarkable in so many different ways! -@bellieeats

    Dalilah B.

    I was visiting my daughter for the weekend in NY and she suggested we came here for lunch. It's pretty cozy. The service was good as well, we didn't have to wait too long for our food. Now for the food! We ordered the Caesar salad and the steak tartare for appetizers, they were both pretty good. However, the Caesar salad had sardines in it? I didn't mind it too much since the dressing made up for the fishy taste... But I've never had a Caesar salad with sardines, not bad but I would prefer to go without it. My daughter loves a good Caesar salad but refused to eat it because of the sardines in it. The steak tartare was delicious and very fresh! We ordered the steak and eggs and the cacio e Pepe, both entrees were pretty decent. My daughter enjoyed her steak and eggs, I loved my cacio e Pepe. For desert she got the chocolate fudge cake, it was pretty good if you love chocolate. I had the limoncello olive cake and absolutely loved it, it was fresh and sweet without being too tart. I'd come back here for sure!

    Yuna C.

    Came here for dinner and was impressed by how delicious the dishes were! We got five dishes to share amongst four people - Crispy Artichokes, Crispy Duck Wings, Vodka Pizza, Eggplant w Labne, and Short Rib for Two. The complimentary bread and butter was so soft and fluffy, but we were so glad to see our dishes come out within 5 minutes of being served the bread. I really enjoyed the sauces that were served with the artichokes and duck wings and had wished something like that were offered alongside the short rib - with only the celery salad, the short rib was a bit lacking. But my favorite of the night had to be the pizza - unlike a typical flat, thin crust pizza, this slice had a lot to offer: cornmeal yet airy and soft texture, loaded toppings with a deep cheese flavor. We also appreciated how attentive the servers were with refilling our waters. I'd like to come again - ideal for large groups and intimate dates.

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    Always enjoy coming here. The food is reliably good. Service is excellent and the place is quiet so one can converse with others.

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    Are shorts acceptable?

    During the day, sure! But evenings, I'd stay away from it.

    Is this business Motorized Large Permobil accessible to get in and Is the bathroom accessible?

    Price range? Is it expensive?

    Typical NYC pub pricing. Moderate 3***

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    Hi Maggie, We do offer gluten free pastas available in all the preparations listed on the menu. Your server can also guide you through dishes that can be modified as well.… 

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