Just back last nite from NYC and was amazed at the price increases since our last vist one year ago. In a time when one might think they would be trying to stimulate the economy..such was not the case!
Serendipity was mentioned..it's very mediocre and pretty costly. Young people seem to enjoy it though. Mars is so touristy and gimmicky and Ellen's Stardust..yuck. Tavern on the Green is a little less costly for Brunch and pretty.
Del Frisco's Steakhouse is very good but also expensive.
Wish I could suggest somewhere good and reasonable but I am so disappointed after this trip I am drawing a blank. Sadly..