What are some good Asian-fusion places in midtown Manhattan?

Question

For her 16th birthday party, my friend wants to go to an Asian Fusion/Pan-Asian restaurant in New York City with about 10 people. It has to be in midtown, and should be up-scale but not super-expensive (average of about $30-$40 per entree.) She also wants it to have nice/cool looking decor.

Any suggestions of a good place to go?

Thanks!

Answer 1

Check out Blue Chili located at 251 West 51st Street (Broadway & 8th Ave).

www.bluechilinyc.com

Answer 2

There's a Korean block on around 32nd St. and 6th Ave. I've been there a few times and they were great. Averages out to be about $20 per person each time. But make sure you ask what's in each dish before you order. A lot of times those menus can be quite arbitrary.

Answer 3

Tao is pretty popular.  It is on 57th and 5th.  It is very trendy.

Answer 4

Asia De Cuba on Madison Ave.

Answer 5

A little above midtown are two, Tao in high 50's I believe, very crowded, but excellent.

Much better, on 61st Btw Park &Mad. Gheshia, absolutely fantastic.