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Michael's Restaurant

American Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$

Midtown East, New York

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Ranked #9 for American restaurants in Midtown East
"Duck confit sliders, Korean tacos, it's all delicious..."(2 Tips)
"The best blueberry pancakes in the world!"(2 Tips)
"Try the duck confit tacos!!"(2 Tips)
"famous Waldorf salad"(2 Tips)

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breakfast food
duck confit
blueberry pancakes
good service
healthy food
roses
polenta
good for groups
lunch
salads
restaurants
bar
beets
small plates
dinner
goat cheese
chefs
good for special occasions
vegetables
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AmateurConciergeJanuary 31, 2019
While the famous Waldorf salad is beautiful, it’s too tangy and unbalanced. Preferred the cauliflower side. Def an old media hangout: Strahan, Rather & Carl Bernstein all in the corner
Mike KalenDecember 10, 2014
While I didn't like Peninsula bar, I loved this bar/restaurant. Great chef and diverse menu - small plates through nice entrees. Good mixed crowd. Try the duck confit tacos!!
Upvoted Oct 15
Stina P.December 15, 2017
beautiful dining room and great spot for a long long lunch in midtown - a place to be seen and not seen.
Melody GambinoNovember 23, 2014
A bit stuffy but great food. Fried polenta with goat cheese and a golden beet was out of this world. Nice big room in the back for private events
The Corcoran GroupNovember 6, 2010
See and be seen at this stellar restaurant. Try to grab a table in the Garden Room to dine surrounded by art from Jasper Johns, David Hockney and Frank Stella.
mikeyboxxNovember 25, 2016
Super expensive but great for a power lunch. Staff is very nice and makes you feel like a regular...even if your not.
Will ArnoneOctober 11, 2013
A beautiful place with a very personable owner who visits every table. Creative diverse menu . Eggplant ravioli is especially delightful.
Kristina PFebruary 25, 2018
pricey... but this place is such a time capsule from the 80s-90s that it’s almost worth it. food is actually pretty good.
Robin Taylor RothMarch 22, 2019
Do ask the price of the catch of the day, before ordering. Today's Dover sole was $75, considerably above most of the entrées.
The Negotiation Institute (TNI)May 26, 2012
"Power brokers teeter between wanting to be seen and wanting to be left alone, and the staff at Michael's has been trained on how to negotiate that fine line." -Forbes
ReevesNovember 13, 2014
The Salmon Tartare & Rosé Champagne was delicious. Very friendly atmosphere
Chris PhillipsMay 20, 2023
Classic old school media hang out spot. The Eton mess was a great dessert.
Jonathan PerkelMarch 12, 2013
The new menu is amazing! Duck confit sliders, Korean tacos, it's all delicious...
New York ObserverNovember 19, 2010
Sit down for lunch at Michael’s and you're sure to spot a few celebs, like David Patrick Columbia of New York Social Diary. And follow Michael’s on Twitter for a list of the literati in attendance. Read more
Valerie BrownDecember 7, 2012
You don't get more power than this. Breakfast is a must - blueberry pancakes
F-Factor NutritionSeptember 5, 2012
Favorite lunch spot. Bibb Lettuce-Endive Salad-- dressing on the side #FFactorApproved
Amar ModiMarch 4, 2016
Great salmon eggs benedict
Sarah ColvinAugust 9, 2013
This place is incredible. Are you kidding??? Do it!!!
Teddy LuMay 30, 2015
very cool spot to see celebrities
Ian SchaferDecember 17, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Make sure you notice the (now) vintage 80s artwork. This place is frozen in a very different time.
Ricky SherrillJanuary 24, 2015
Good for breakfast but a little pricy for what you get.
Tim ClarkeJuly 2, 2015
Have a breakfast meeting here!
Louis BruscoMarch 15, 2014
Stay away! Place was empty on Sat night. Waitress doubled as bartender - drinks horrible. Food all came put ice cold and they screwed up my order. Menu far too limited for restaurant of this price.
Brandon SmithOctober 1, 2013
Very nice staff.
Stephanie ParascandoloMarch 15, 2014
Never again! Overpriced, ice cold food, no bartender. The waitress was the bartender! They charge for a roll, $3.Never again. Pretty place, zero personality. Hot drink came out cold, food was cold!
John PomeroyApril 26, 2012
Try a rapid infused @PurityVodka martini!
Benjy WeinbergerAugust 16, 2013
Fish entrees were great. Desserts were terrible.
Monica CastellanosSeptember 22, 2010
it's always friggn' freezing in there but the braised mushroom app is ace!
Chris SimonNovember 23, 2010
The best blueberry pancakes in the world!
Mitch MMay 29, 2014
Overrated. They cannot seem to differentiate between "small" and "large" plates. And they charge for bread. #cranky

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