Restaurant in New York City, United States
JoJo
100Pearl PointsUpper East Side dinner
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About JoJo
JoJo is a sensible Upper East Side pick for Contemporary cooking when you want polish, conversation, a spend that stays below New York's higher-ticket tasting-menu tier. Book it for a smaller dinner or date night; cross-shop YingTao for a bigger splurge and Ruffian for a lighter bill.
JoJo is a New York City restaurant serving Contemporary cuisine at a $$$ price level. It is a practical option to consider when you want a planned meal in the city, with weekend lunch listed on Saturday and Sunday. The verified basics are direct: smart casual dress, a Michelin Plate recognition for 2025, evening hours throughout the week.
The value case is clearest for diners comparing restaurants by price, schedule, occasion. JoJo is not verified here as a tasting-menu restaurant, bar-led destination, or chef-counter format, so the safest way to frame it is as a $$$ Contemporary booking with confirmed dinner service and weekend lunch. If you are comparing other options, YingTao is another restaurant to check. Ruffian is also worth comparing.
Choose it for a planned Contemporary meal in New York City
This is a useful listing for diners who want Contemporary food in New York City at the $$$ level. The Michelin Plate recognition gives JoJo a confirmed quality signal, while the posted schedule makes it easier to plan around dinner service during the week and both lunch and dinner on weekends.
Because specific dishes, menu format, bar seating, dietary accommodations are not verified here, avoid building the meal around any one assumed feature. Check the restaurant's current channels before booking if you need a particular menu, seating style, or accommodation.
For a broader night out, use our full New York City restaurants guide to compare other dining options, then check our full New York City bars guide if the meal needs a second stop. Travelers building a full itinerary can also use our full New York City hotels guide.
How to cross-shop the meal before committing
If this slot is mainly about fit, compare JoJo with Il Fiorista, Carlotto, Madre as additional reference points. JoJo is the clearer choice when you specifically want a $$$ Contemporary restaurant in New York City with confirmed Michelin Plate recognition and the posted schedule fits your plans.
For readers scanning other options, Pearl also covers restaurants in New York City and beyond. Keep the comparison focused on verified basics: cuisine, price level, hours, dress code, any clearly confirmed recognition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at JoJo?
Do not plan on bar seating unless the restaurant confirms it directly. JoJo is listed as a Contemporary restaurant in New York City, with dinner service throughout the week and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Does JoJo handle dietary restrictions?
Ask before you book, because dietary accommodation details are not verified here. Check the venue's official channels for the latest information.
How far ahead should I book JoJo?
Book based on your preferred date and time, especially if you need a weekend lunch or dinner slot. JoJo's verified hours list dinner daily, with lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Is the tasting menu worth it at JoJo?
A tasting menu is not verified here. The grounded case for JoJo is a $$$ Contemporary meal in New York City; check the venue's official channels for current menu details before booking.
Is JoJo worth the price?
It can be, if you want a Michelin Plate (2025) Contemporary restaurant in New York City and are comfortable with the $$$ price level. If value is the main goal, Il Fiorista, Carlotto, or Madre are useful places to compare first.
Location
160 E 64th St, New York, NY 10065
New York City, United States
Compare JoJo
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JoJo | New York City | Contemporary | Michelin Plate (2025) | $$$ |
| YingTao | New York City | Contemporary | , | $$$$ |
| Il Fiorista | New York City | Contemporary | , | $$$ |
| Ruffian | New York City | Contemporary | , | $$ |
| Carlotto | New York City | Contemporary | , | $$$ |
| Madre | New York City | Contemporary | , | $$$ |
How JoJo NYC compares with similar nearby venues.
If You Can't Get In
Book Il Fiorista if you want a similar Contemporary price tier with a different point of view. Choose Ruffian if the backup plan needs to keep the bill lower.
How It Compares
Against YingTao, JoJo is the more restrained value play: YingTao sits a tier higher on price, so choose it when the meal needs to feel like a full splurge. JoJo is better when the goal is a polished Contemporary dinner without pushing into the $$$$ bracket.
Il Fiorista, Carlotto, and Madre are closer matches on spend. Pick Il Fiorista when the culinary angle matters more than the neighborhood; pick Carlotto or Madre when a livelier group dinner is the point. JoJo is the safer call for a calmer Upper East Side meal with a more composed feel.
Ruffian is the clear lower-spend alternative. If price sensitivity is driving the decision, start there. If the room, service rhythm, occasion matter more than shaving the bill, JoJo earns the upgrade.
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