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Tao

Asian Restaurant, Bar, and Sushi Restaurant$$$$

Midtown East, New York

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Tao

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Ranked #3 for seafood in Midtown East
The sea bass at Tao is a can't miss
"Must go back for the lobster fried rice and giant fortune cookie."(13 Tips)
"Try the Satay Of Chilean Sea Bass With Wok Roasted Asparagus"(18 Tips)
"The lychee martini is to die for!"(8 Tips)
"Spicy tuna tartare on crispy rice and orange chicken are bangin!"(13 Tips)

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Queen LooshaJuly 12, 2015
Must go to if in nyc. Great food: rock shrimp in lettuce, duck spring roll, New York sirloin with mushrooms, cod/Seabass. Don't get the huge fortune cookie unless you like fruits. It tastes okay.
Ameen AqeelJuly 30, 2014
Big portions of delicious food, hot & sour soup, beef Kobe starter, the veg spring roles, the scallops were delicious, orange chicken, Singapore noodles and the banana as well as the apples dsrt.
Divya MenonJanuary 7, 2015
My husband & I came here to celebrate special day & this place was a cherry on top of a cake! We left being very happy with the food (10/10). Jumbo shrimp & chicken dmplin, Blk Sea bass, fortune cooki
Upvoted Feb 7
John AgapitosMarch 19, 2018
Great ambiance and music! The food was delicious, with large, filling portions. Best dishes were the Kung Pao Chicken, and the Yellowtail Sashimi special dish. Very friendly staff; reasonably priced.
Chee Wai WongDecember 2, 2017
Amazingly beautiful and chic place to hang out. Huge bar with nice music. Very very crowded during peak hours. Love their orange and kung pao chicken and miso sea bass.
Staff PicksJune 20, 2014
Midtown TAO is adding a dim sum brunch, with carts, stuff lit on fire, dumplings, & its sake bomb plunger. Try the Royal Rickshaw (the on-fire cocktail) and their quirky-shaped dumplings. Read more
AljoharahJune 19, 2015
start with TAO temple salad, rock shrimp lettuce cups and sushi, for main course I recommend vegetable noodles, crispy orange chicken with jasmine white rice!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍July 11, 2020
Been here 50+ times
Tao Uptown is such NYC staple. It's been around for a while, but everything about it is just flawless. TAO never disappoints! It is a more upscale restaurant but you definitely get what you pay for!
Jastine KhoOctober 23, 2015
Amazing atmosphere. The food was okay- but the dessert was fantastic! Definitely must try the big fortune cookie. Wish the filling was all vanilla mousse though.
Mohammed AlsaifDecember 14, 2017
I've been to alot of the famous New York restaurants, but this one is undoubatly the best. I always go for the Pad Thai and Orange chicken.
Leena NJuly 6, 2017
Absolutely hopping! The veg. fried brown rice ,the miso seabass are my repeats but you can't go wrong w/ others on the menu ..portions are a tad huge (compared to nobu or zuma) staff is attentive
KarenSeptember 22, 2022
The hosts in the front are absolutely the worst. The food is delicious and the rest of the restaurant staff were excellent, especially the wait and bartending staff. Try the spicy tuna roll.
LauraJune 2, 2014
Went here for my 30th birthday meal - gorgeous menu perfect for sharing. Sushi is out of this world. Get the choc cake with coconut ice cream for dessert
Simran DassDecember 18, 2022
Really cool spot with great eats. I really liked the gyoza, tempura shrimp & other small plates we got. Also enjoyed the fried rice & orange chicken
Katie AndradeJune 28, 2016
This place is bumping! Though it is pretty pricey, the food really is delicious and it is worth going to experience the amazing atmosphere. Recommend the shrimp tempura roll and lobster dumplings!
Gabriel ChungApril 14, 2016
Great for people watching, mingling, drinks and the food is also pretty good. I come here for the big statue ambiance, and impressive decorations. Great for groups and for out of towners.
Essa SharafNovember 30, 2013
Chicken satay, vegi dumpling, sweet onion rings, shrimp and lobster spring rolls 4 starter were amazing couldn't have enough of them. Main course was pecking duck! Desert jumbo fortune Cooke! Ur set!
Khaled AOctober 14, 2013
The jumbo shrimp tempura, ladies and gentlemen, the jumbo shrimp tempura...Try the chilean sea bass, chicken dumplings, coconut shrimp, kung pao chicken and the fried rice with beef~off-menu special
Rebecca PalmerAugust 18, 2013
Shrimp & lobster spring roll, squab lettuce cup both awesome and more than enough for 1 person. Washed down with fab glass of Sancerre. Lovely bar tender as well, hope she enjoys her trip to Vietnam!
Olga EpsAugust 27, 2014
I love the menu all around. Some of my faves - pad thai, the cod / sea bass (whatever the call it), dim sum. Atmosphere is ok - a bit too trendy for my taste. I did like the giant budha
Charlene Mae BautistaAugust 2, 2013
Lychee martini to start , Spicy Tuna Tartare on Crispy Rice is to die for!!!! an end with the most amazing Chilean sea bass or coconut shrimp! It's the most flavorful thing in the world!! :)
M23May 12, 2015
First time I came to Tao was years ago. I've come here for dinners, drinks, CLUB and recently dim sums (Sundays) I like this place a lot. It does get loud at dinner time though.
Taher AlmuslemaniSeptember 28, 2015
Lovely place for dinner. rolls were ok! Cong paw chicken was good. Chilean seabass was best.
Elizaveta T.September 19, 2015
In general, I love lychee martini. I hate it in the morning after a hangover... Try mochi👌🏼 or giant fortune cookie. Duck is awesome. Outstanding sushi.
Amna Bin DhaherJanuary 2, 2015
Those dishes: Salmon Sashimi with Avocado, Crispy Onions, Sweet Spicy Sesame Sauce (if you've got a strong stomach for raw fish). However, the pad Pad Thai noodles is a must.
Kyle KummerleApril 21, 2013
Tao is awesome i go there all the time. The sea bass is a must. However the last time i was there. My card got lost and they found out the manager accidentally took it home with him...not cool
Marie La RueMarch 14, 2017
Never disappoints. Consistent quality, amazing atmosphere, delicious food at any location. The seared runs along with spicy tune tartare on crispy rice were standouts.
FaithSeptember 4, 2012
Get the Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass with Wok Vegetables. It's absolutely amazing!!!! It melts in your mouth and has just the right kick of flavor. Supposedly people travel to Tao JUST for this dish!
Robert MadisonMay 27, 2018
The entire menu has something for everyone! The tartare was great. The main dishes were prepared with care. I had the snapper with bok choy, excellent!!
Paige CSeptember 3, 2014
I love that they deliver. Fantastic, fresh and creative sushi options. Try the sauteed vegetable/udon side dish that they offer. It was really good!
Paige CMay 21, 2015
Their pork fried rice with a fried egg on top is amazing. For drinks, I like the ruby red dragon!
Gabriela GrossmannOctober 24, 2015
Crispy orange chicken, sirloin with mushrooms, and fried rice with peking duck. The best dim sum: pork spring rolls
Mervin HernandezMarch 28, 2015
We created our own tasting menu, and everything was superb! Service was timely and professional, it wasn't loud, and the food was indescribably delicious. Five stars!
M ContrerasJuly 12, 2016
Great for groups, lychee martini cocktails are strong but good taste. Sushi is delicious, very well portions.
Ian McAdoreyDecember 8, 2016
During the holidays, make sure to ask for the lunch special menu.. they seem to "forget" to give it to you, trying to get you to purchase off of the full menu
yuna leeJanuary 19, 2013
The combination of good food, decent drinks and amazing atmosphere never fails :> also don't forget their awesome chocolate cake with coconut ice cream for dessert! xx enjoy!
Boon YapOctober 29, 2013
Total B&T scene, great ambiance ruined by sub-par food, comme si comme ca service - helps if you drink enough to disregard all. Budakkan across the street is consistently superior, food-wise.
Shabana ChowdhuryMarch 14, 2013
The decor is beautiful and food is yummy too. The giant fortune cookie is so cute and usually has a dirty fortune :)
dawn.in.newyorkJune 22, 2015
The gigantic fortune cookie with two kinds of mousse inside was actually so good. It's very home made style.
Mark WrightMarch 2, 2020
I’ve been here a few times and it’s been excellent each time. Great food, service and buzzy atmosphere
Anna ShapiroFebruary 9, 2016
You can't go wrong with their spicy tuna tartare on crispy rice and soy ginger glazed salmon!
Dave KornreichJanuary 25, 2015
Delicious food. Drink portions are large. Be careful about the crab and lobster: the shells are still on and you might get a bit messy!
Maria StylesNovember 5, 2011
Consistently good, great scene. The Tempura vegetables, coconut shrimp, sea bass and kobe rib eye, lobster fried rice, for dessert the apple blossoms and chocolate spring roll are my favs.
Romain D.September 27, 2022
Food was delicious! Don’t sit upstairs though, it’s freezing cold! Too bad they’re playing basic pop music in such a nice place… except for the men’s bathroom which was an absolute, embarrassing dump!
Alicia LuqueAugust 19, 2011
Try a Tao-Tiny at the bar upstairs while waiting for your table! Live music and very nice atmosphere! Pad Thai was good and sushi rolls were yummy! The fortune cookie dessert was great!
Mafe Sotillo LairetMay 31, 2017
Amazing place! Try the chilean sea bass, duck rolls, lychee martini and for dessert the giant fortune cookie
Jinnie LDecember 27, 2014
I had the thai crab cake (mango chili sauce) & wok seared sirloin with shiitake mushrooms n potatoes :) very delish!!!!
2 Dine OutJanuary 31, 2012
Tao serves its three course prix fixe lunch for $26.95 per person Monday-Friday. Out of the six choices (which is quite unusual for a prix fixe) for my main, I went with the Kung Pao Chicken.. Read more
Nat FJuly 25, 2011
Wasabi Crusted Filet Mignon was amazing!!!! The love potion #9 was delicious!! I need to find out how to make that drink at home because I in love! The doughnuts and the chocolate cake to die for (:
Candy CamachoMarch 2, 2016
Everything about this place is on point from the decor to the food to the attentive staff . 💯

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