Cafe Evergreen

1288 1st Ave, at 69th St, New York, NY 10021-5569 212-744-3266

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This hip restaurant, whose contemporary décor is ideal for the Upper East Side, specializes in quality Cantonese cuisine. If you want a true Chinese experience, try their Five-Course Gourmet or Five-Course Seafood menus. Evergreen's surprising wine list sports several French and Californian selections, and their Wine Events are worthwhile affairs, featuring wine tastings and exclusive fixed menus. Dim Sum Brunch Sat-Sun 11:30am-3:30pm. Reservations are suggested, and required for Wine Events. TRAIN: 6 to 68th St
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Jasmine

1619 2nd Ave, at 84th St, New York, NY 10028-4401 212-517-8854

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This terrific Thai restaurant, one of the Upper East Side's faves, attracts a fairly upscale crowd, who appreciate the superb food and tasteful yet understated décor. Indeed, if you are looking for a quiet place to enjoy good Thai food and not lose your shirt in the process, head to the crossing of 2nd Avenue and 84th Street and try Jasmine's beef and noodle stir fry (lar nar) or chicken and rice wrapped in banana leaves. Traditional Thai vegetarian options are also available. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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Our Place

1444 3rd Ave, at 82nd St, New York, NY 10028-1904 212-288-4888

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This Upper East Side Chinese eatery enjoys a fair amount of positive pub for both its spicy Szechuan dishes and great prices. Expect to be treated like royalty by the sharply dressed waitstaff, who will go to the extra mile to ensure that you enjoy your meal at Our Place. Menu favorites include the Szechuan chicken, Grand Marnier shrimp, and lobster in white wine sauce. Reservations are accepted, and take-out is available. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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Regional Thai Sa-Woy

1479 1st Ave, between 77th & 78th St, New York, NY 10075 212-744-6374

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. The sister of Chelsea's Regional Thai Taste, this Upper East Sider specializes in traditional Thai cuisine. Spices and creative twists add to the delicious taste of food here, from the deep-fried chicken bits served with sweet and spicy dipping sauces to pad Thai and many other spicy dishes ­ some enhanced by the delicate flavor of curry. The regal dining area features chandeliers and red walls, and the formally clad waitstaff goes the extra mile to ensure that you won't soon forget dining here. Prices are as high as you might expect, but the tasty portions won't disappoint you . . . besides, this is New York. Reservations are suggested. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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Sushi Hana

1501 2nd Ave, at 78th St, New York, NY 10021 212-327-0582

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This popular little sushi joint tends to get packed for lunch and dinner, so it's best to get here early if you don't feel like standing. "Sushi Hana offers New York's Upper East Side both traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Sake Hana is the first sushi/sake lounge on the upper eastside of it's kind". Here, sushi is the stuff of dreams, but their Yaki soba and Okinawa Udon are worth sampling as well. Those not in the mood for raw fish will want to check out the Teriyaki or Tempura menus ­ rumor has it that the Seared Tuna Shichimi with vegetables is as good as it sounds. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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Vermicelli

1492 2nd Ave, between 77th and 78th Sts, New York, NY 10021-1348 212-288-8868

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. Hear that you're heading to "Vermicelli," and you'll mostly likely start preparing yourself for run-of-the-mill New York Italian fare. Not at this trendy eatery, whose forte is innovative Vietnamese cuisine! Expect to find a rather upscale crowd dining in the yellowish-orange Colonial-style dining area. All the traditional favorites are here, from seared monkfish to grilled chicken. All entrées are seasoned to perfection and accompanied by fresh vegetable sides. Keep in mind, though, thanks to the superb Southeast Asian dishes and surprisingly affordable prices, the place tends to pack quickly. Indeed, the thriftier hipsters know to head here for a great meal that won't cost them an arm or leg. Sidewalk tables are available. Reservations are accepted. Business dressy attire. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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