Six More Upper West Side Tables to Try

The Upper West Side reaches well beyond the brunch spots. These six run from speedy Sichuan and French rotisserie chicken to a Michelin-featured Palestinian kitchen, Vietnamese pho, and a cozy French wine bistro.

Han Dynasty
Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 01:00 (+1)
4.3 (1,103)
215 W 85th St

A grand Upper West Side dining room serving speedy, flavorful Sichuan classics, from cumin fries to dumplings. It fits a shared, spice-forward meal. Open daily to 1:00 AM. Pricing is mid-priced.

Amélie Upper West Side Bistro & Wine Bar
Mon – Wed, 16:00 – 21:30; Thu, 12:00 – 21:30; Fri, 12:00 – 22:30; Sat, 11:00 – 22:30; Sun, 11:00 – 21:30
4.5 (606)
566 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024, USA

A cozy Amsterdam Avenue bistro pairing classic French plates with wine flights in a warm, intimate room. It suits a relaxed dinner. Open to 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Pricing is mid-priced.

Plum Vietnamese Restaurant
Mon – Sun, 11:30 – 21:30
4.5 (437)
210 West 94th Street

A welcoming West 94th spot serving comforting Vietnamese classics, from homemade pho to banh mi. It works for an easy weeknight dinner. Open daily, 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM. Pricing is mid-priced.

Poulet Sans Tête
Mon – Sun, 12:00 – 21:00
4.8 (236)
590 Amsterdam Avenue

A cozy Amsterdam Avenue spot serving French rotisserie chicken with standout sides like dripping potatoes. It fits a simple, hearty dinner. Open daily, noon to 9:00 PM. Pricing is mid-priced.

Ayat Hinds Hall
Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:00
4.7 (246)
941 Amsterdam Ave

A Michelin-featured Palestinian spot serving generous, traditional halal favorites like slow-cooked mansaf. It suits a shared feast. Open to 11:00 PM on weekends. Pricing is mid-priced.

Mughlai Indian Cuisine
Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 14:45, 17:00 – 21:45; Fri, 11:00 – 14:45, 17:00 – 22:15; Sat, 11:00 – 22:15; Sun, 11:00 – 21:45
4.7 (244)
489 Columbus Ave

A cozy Columbus Avenue spot serving flavorful Indian classics, from creamy korma to spicy seekh kebabs. It fits a comforting dinner. Open daily, lunch to 2:45 PM. Pricing is mid-priced.

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