Where to dine in Upper East Side

From midnight cravings to morning brunch, and thai food to fast(ish) food, we have got you covered if you are looking for a place to eat close to home!

1. Shake Shack: A stop at the shack is a New York MUST. Get the shack burger, peanut butter or salted caramel shake, and fries on the side. Dare I say it is even better than In-n-Out?

Pricing: $$

Location: 154 E 86th Street

2. Up Thai: There is a wide variety of things on the menu and a cool atmosphere inside the restaurant, too. Try the different types of curry or the spicy veggie dish!

Pricing: $$

Location: 1411 2nd Avenue

3. Midnight Express Diner: Said to be the best bang for your buck--reasonably priced, fun menu, helpful servers, deliveries to the 92Y, and overall great diner food!

Pricing: $$

Location: 1715 2nd Avenue

4. San Matteo Espresso Bar: The feel of a traditional Italian Pizzeria and Zagat-rated as one of "the best places in the East-80's."

Pricing: $$

Location: 1739 2nd Avenue

5. Big Daddy's: I've heard the chocolate chip cookie dough pancakes are amazing, but don't take my word for it! This classy restaurant is sure to have all your diner favorites!

Pricing: $$

Location: 1596 2nd Avenue

6. Eli's Essentials: Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and dessert! The macarons here are priceless, and the breakfast bagels are quick with quality.

Pricing: $

Location: 1291 Lexington Avenue

7. Bocado Cafe: If you really want the New Yorker experience, you've got to do brunch at some point during your stay here. The Bocado Cafe is a trendy yet classy spot to have brunch with a few friends!

Pricing: $$

Location: 1293 Lexington Avenue

8. Green Cafe: This is another great place to eat if you are in the mood for something quick! It is convenient too, right on the way to the 86th street subway stop.

Pricing: $$

Location: 1324 Lexington Avenue

9. Sarabeth's: This is a great place to enjoy brunch on a lazy Saturday morning! Try their famous lemon ricotta pancakes.

Pricing: $$

Location: 1295 Madison Avenue

10. Saba's Pizza: Saba's is just down the street from 92Y, and you can get pizza by the slice here. The garlic knots are delish, too!

Pricing: $

Location: 1376 Lexington Avenue